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Maple Ridge Cabin at Panther's Rest

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Living area
Interior
Interior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 539.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Makanda, IL
  • Blue Sky Vineyards
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Giant City State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Lake of Egypt
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Maple Ridge Cabin at Panther's Rest

Secluded, yet convenient, we’re within 5 min of two wineries, ziplining, trail heads, and I-57. This is your unforgettable romantic wine country retreat or comfortable rest after hiking or travel.

There is no TV or Wi-Fi (good cell signal though) but that is not why you’re here! Explore the vineyards, walk the trails, buy some of our eggs, and drink complementary on-farm roasted coffee!

Maple Ridge Cabin at Panther’s Rest Farm is your gateway to the Shawnee Wine Country!
The space
The cabin is nestled into the hillside 200 ft from a quiet country road, the kind that has no lines. It is small (16’x20’) but comfortably and well appointed, especially for the wine and coffee lover.
Other things to note
If you have guests who do not want to climb the ladder, we can set up an air mattresses downstairs.

Property manager

Keith Phillips
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$20 per stay pet fee
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Makanda

Located in Makanda, this cabin is in a rural area. Blue Sky Vineyards and StarView Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Makanda, IL

What's nearby

  • Panther Den Trailhead - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Giant City State Park - 20 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 21 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 23 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 40 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪StarView Vineyards - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Katy-Lynn Winery and Distillery - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Whiffle Boys Pizza Goreville - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maple Ridge Cabin at Panther's Rest pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Maple Ridge Cabin at Panther's Rest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maple Ridge Cabin at Panther's Rest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maple Ridge Cabin at Panther's Rest located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is steps from Shawnee National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Panther Den Trailhead and Blue Sky Vineyards. Giant City State Park and Goreville City Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

Spring break trip

Had fun. Nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

leslie w.

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

wine trip

Property Manager was so easy to deal with and the cabin was clean, and perfect for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Cabin

This cabin has everything you need and nothing you don’t. Great spot for our 2-day stay in a peaceful, quiet setting. Hosts were attentive although we didn’t need them for anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

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

Wonderful stay!

This is our second time staying with the Phillips family. It was, once again, an incredible time. We love the location. The property is beautiful. So much to do and see. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane S.

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

Beautiful place

Enjoyed the views and the host was very friendly and accommodating! Would recommend and stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

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

Great little cabin

We both loved the property and views from the porch. We saw deer everyday and enjoyed watching the wood stove in the evening. The cabin had everything we needed and was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni B.

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

Fantastic sisters’ retreat!

Clean, cute cabin! Very peaceful & beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler F.

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

Perfect Escape!

We had a wonderful experience at the cabin. It was the perfect setup for two people and the dogs enjoyed it too! The cabin was clean and comfortable and the surrounding woods felt secluded and private. We enjoyed hiking in the nearby state parks and sipping wine just down the road at Blue Sky. Not having the distractions of WiFi and television were an added benefit. The hosts were kind and responsive to our requests. Overall a fantastic experience. Would love to escape there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mckenna M.

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

Great time!!

Great time!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Great place to unwind

Had a great stay, dogs had a blast! Hosts were wonderful. Had some car trouble when trying to leave for home, and they called us immediately to see if they could help! (They were at church)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Such a delightful cabin

The cabin is nestled in the woods right off the road. It is so peaceful and tranquil and we loved our stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

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

Everything you need is right here

Enjoyed everything cabin had to offer. Front porch sittin or campfire in the fire ring outside. Dogs enjoyed the cabin too. Close to wineries and hiking. Highly recommend, plan to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cady K.

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

Cozy cabin

Cozy cabin in quiet setting. We had everything we needed. Host was easy to communicate with. Location to Giant City Park was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Oasis in the Weeds

My husband and I had an absolutely lovely time at Maple Ridge Cabin. It has everything you need AND no WiFi or TV for distractions. Plus our dog was welcome and he really enjoyed getting to be out in nature and off leash. Thank you for a great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Great secluded location!

The property was nice, clean and the listing was very accurate. The host was very responsive. We had a great time. Very laid back!!!! Great location!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

chris

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
This property is setup inthe country on some farm property. It is secluded, so there are a few neighbors a few acres away, and a paved road, gravel drive. The bedroom loft requires a ladder instead of stairs, so if you get up from bed often that could be inconvenient. I dislike the use of IoT and other data technology. While this is booked as a cabin, it has full bath and kitchen, A/C, and it was well furnished. You may need to bring extra linens, not sure how it works for a long stay. It is set up more like a small apartment than a rustic cabin. The amount of tech humming made this a displeasing stay, and I spent time sleeping in my car. I think individuals and property owners act like total creeps whether they are data hunting their customers, or if its part of the hospitality data pools, or that is society just hunting for data prey, being wrong and creepy, and reinforcing the stereotype of evil discriminating property owners. I will not book again because of the electrical components used in the building making me sick, and because of the antagonistic behavior of the property manager in regards to data stalking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Keith Phillips

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