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Peace, quiet and nature at your back door

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Grand Chain, IL
  • Henry N Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Superman Statue
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Harrah's Metropolis
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Large Single Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peace, quiet and nature at your back door

Why drive to the Smokies when nestled in the heart of 66 acres of wooded wonder, this secluded location has all the comforts of home within minutes of a variety of recreational activities? Cabin sleeps 3 comfortably (we suggest a maximum of 3 adults) with a queen master bedroom and a futon. Full kitchen stocked with dishes and cookware, electric fireplace, washer/dryer, TV/DVD, central heat & air, etc. Outdoor features stocked lake, fire pit, covered picnic area, hot tub, gas grill, rope hammock, walking trails and more.

Property manager

Joyce and Rick Hubbard
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

North America

Map
Grand Chain, IL

What's nearby

  • Henry N Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center - 19 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Tunnel Hill State Trail - 25 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Superman Statue - 25 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Harrah's Metropolis - 26 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Paducah Riverwalk - 44 min drive - 45.7 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wineaux's Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Our Place Pizza & Deli - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peace, quiet and nature at your back door pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peace, quiet and nature at your back door?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peace, quiet and nature at your back door?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peace, quiet and nature at your back door located?

Situated in the city centre, this cabin is in the same region as Shawnee Community College, Henry N Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center and Lower Cache River Access Area. Regional attractions also include Vienna Public Library and Vienna City Park.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 391 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 391 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 391 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 391 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 391 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quick getaway

Such a great secluded property close to home but far away from it all. We’ve stayed before and will be back. Always enjoy this cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grove D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best little get away

Don’t hesitate staying here if you like to get away from it all and relax. This was our fourth time at this wonderful cabin. So thankful the owners share this place with others. It is truly a special place. Clean, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really beautiful

It’s a lovely piece of property and a beautiful cabin. Unfortunately there was an issue with the bed that caused us to cancel our weekend after a few hours staying. Having said that the property owners worked with us on a refund and again it is a lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat!

We have stayed at this property several times, and the seclusion and amenities keep us going back! The kitchen is well stocked with tools to make meals, the furnishings are comfortable, and the hot tub and view are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Weekend Getaway!

Clean, private, super quiet property perfect for a weekend getaway. Listing was accurate and owners were incredible & responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Arthur S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

The Weekender

My fiance and I needed a getaway. A quiet country cabin is exactly what we needed. A hot tub with some wine on a cold windy night really hit the spot. The drive to the cabin was a bit off the beaten path, but in the morning sun, the property was gorgeous. We're looking forward to getting back out there soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet is right on.

Great remote location. No wifi Internet - only broadcast TV and DVDs! Perfect to get away. Hot tub overlooking pond is breathtaking. Deer and turkey are frequent visitors. We were attacked by the Invasion of the Lady Bugs but that is a common issue in the entire region. Kitchen was well equipped! There is a loft but it's basically inaccessible. There needs to be a ladder to access it safely. We didn't really miss it though.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a very restful and relaxing stay

We booked the property because of the hot tub and the seclusion, but all the incredible comments of the people who stayed previously hooked us. My husband and I enjoyed the privacy, the gorgeous lake, and the wildlife. We ventured out once to Metropolis for dinner and found a little Mexican place that was nice. We were pleasantly surprised to also find a Superman museum and had a fun time exploring that. The owners were extremely responsive and very helpful. We would definitely love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Angela N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to have some quiet time

Loved the cabin. It was updated and clean. It had everything we needed. The hot tub was clean and enjoyable. The backyard/porch was an awesome place to watch the sunset and relax. Very private. My only complaint is about the bed. The mattress seemed old or maybe the box spring was broken down the middle. My husband and I both rolled to the middle while laying in the bed. It was hard to stay on your own side with a dip in the middle as bad as the one in the bed. It was very uncomfortable. We did not get very good sleep. Overall, I would go back again since the outdoor space is so enjoyable. I just hope they fix the bed situation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Treva P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Whispering Oaks Hideaway

Very private, very peaceful and beautiful location, with everything you need to relax and step away from the hustle of life! We HIGHLY recommend staying here for your next mini vacay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin!

My Co-Workers and I rented this cabin for our supervisor, for appreciation. He was so impressed by the cabin and grounds, he is ready to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location for private getaway!

The cabin was an awesome retreat for my wife and I! So many trails to go hike around the cabin made for a beautiful October weekend stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

This cabin is a great place to getaway and relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect weekend getaway!

This was our third time staying here and it never disappoints. The pictures dont do it justice. I will come back as long as they'll have me.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Zachary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love the Location

All and all our stay was wonderful. The location of this property is exactly what we were looking for beautiful views tucked away from the rest of the world. The cabin was clean and well maintained. Only a few updates may help a comfier stay in the future. The first night we arrived it had stormed the last visitor or person in the house must have forgot to strap hot tub cover down, so it was nowhere to be found in the dark and hot tub was cold (we found it next morning cleaned it off and put it back on hot tub then worked great!). The power also went out and made our first night more interesting maybe some candles or a lantern be a nice thing to have there. Wi-Fi was nonexistent and only basic cable which we knew but the DVD player they had was broken when we tried to use it. Lastly the bed could definitely use an upgrade it was a little to broken in and hurt both our backs. Overall, our stay was pleasant and well worth it just a few fixes and this would have been a definite five-star review and return visit just the location alone may get us to give it another visit but I'm bringing a mattress to sleep on haha.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful retreat!

This time was our second stay here. Thank you for a great get-away! We hope to return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet

It’s so nice to get away and decompress here. A good place to recharge!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

Absolutely beautiful cabin. Already recommended it to another couple. Very romantic getaway. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best getaway ever!

We have stayed at this property 3 times and will be back again and again, as long as we are able. The property is just beautiful, and we love the many natural attractions in Southern Illinois. And favorite on the property is enjoying wonderful sunsets from warmth of the back porch hot tub. The owners are super nice and responsive. 10 stars!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place to stay

Beautiful property will definitely be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

It was wonderful. Very peaceful the owners communicated very quick. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend getaway

We had a great time on my birthday weekend getaway. The property was beautiful, peaceful , and relaxing. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely be booking again next year ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away

Nice little piece of heaven tucked away. Very pretty location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

We realy enjoyed our time here. The cabin is cozy, the property is beautiful and very private.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply great

This is a perfect get away cabin. Lots of privacy and everything you need. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Joyce and Rick Hubbard

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Like to fish and hunt. Love the outdoors.

Why they chose this property

This property is our dream come true. It is the perfect getaway for relaxing, recharging, and enjoying the best nature has to offer. It's been such an amazing place for us, we wanted to give others an opportunity to enjoy it.

What makes this property unique

The entrance to the property is a beautiful path through the center of the woods, which opens up into a breathtaking meadow in the back. It's a picture-perfect setting for the cabin, overlooking the lake for a gorgeous sunset. It's also very close to many attractions, including wineries, Tunnel Hill Bike Trail, Ohio River, Mermet Springs Scuba Diving, and a other state nature areas like Mermet Lake. There is much to do nearby or you can bring your fishing pole and fish the lake for a nice catfish cook-it-up-on-the-grill dinner. If you prefer you can also sit by the fire or relax in the hot tub under the stars for the rest of the night. Don't forget to watch for the amazing wildlife. There is something for everyone here.

Languages:

English

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