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Waterfront Next to Egyptian Hills Marina and KOA!

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KOA Campground to the right- with food, drinks and fun!
Lower Level deck
Front entrance
On Marina Circle next to Marion KOA
Living room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Creal Springs, IL
  • Shawnee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lake of Egypt
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Waterfront Next to Egyptian Hills Marina and KOA!

SUMMARY:
Beautiful 4 bedroom house located right next to Egyptian Hills Resort and Marina and new KOA campground. The dock has a ladder so you can easily swim and kayak with our 2 kayaks. The next door marina offers food, drinks and entertainment regularly on weekends throughout the summer.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
* 1 King Bed in Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom in lower level
* 1 Twin Bed; 1 bunk bed; 1 pull-out twin in 2nd bedroom in lower level
* 1 King Bed in 3nd bedroom in main level
* 1 King Bed in 4rth bedroom in main level

THE LAYOUT
Main Level:
* Full Bath
* Living Room with Smart TV
* Kitchen & Dining Area for 10
* Walkout Upper Deck
* Bedroom with king bed
* Bedroom with king bed
* Washer/Dryer

Lower Level:
* Master bedroom with king bed and ensuite bathroom
* Bedroom with 1 twin; 1 bunk bed; 1 pull-out twin (pull out from under bunk bed, stays ground level)
* Full bathroom
* Walkout Patio and sidewalk to dock
* Living room with gas fireplace and Smart TV

OUTDOORS:
* Outside decking areas and fire pit for relaxation
* Weed removal completed in fall 2021
* New ladder installed in 2021 for swimming off dock
* 2 Kayaks for your enjoyment
* Cleats on either side of dock to tie on own boat.

MORE INFORMATION:
* Egyptian Hills Resort and Marina next door- $30 ramp/boat launch fee
* Pyramid Acres Marina 10 minute drive- $5 ramp/boat launch fee
* Just 15 min drive to Marion
* Close to hiking in the Shawnee National Forest, Ferne Clyffe State Park, Giant City State Park
* Close to biking trails at Tunnel Hill Bike Trail, and mountain biking at the new Touch of Nature bike trail
* Each guest receives a personalized online Welcome Guide immediately upon booking- so you can plan your trip with all of our personal recommendations of places to go and things to do.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
Rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: 1 pet limit. $150 per stay (not per night). Dogs only
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
Guests not staying overnight are welcomed. Loud, disruptive parties are not.
BYO Beach Towels. We provide bath towels
BYO Life Vests HIGHLY encouraged to ensure proper size.
Firewood is available for purchase.

Property manager

Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking of any kind (including cigarettes, cigars,
Rental agreement must be signed within 48 hours of booking or the reservation will be cancelled.
This includes an ID upload to prevent identity fraud.
Absolutely no smoking of any kind indoors including but not limited to all tobacco products and marijuana. $100 charge for smoke odor.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Creal Springs

Located in Creal Springs, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Kokopelli Golf Club and Blue Sky 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 Ferne Clyffe State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Creal Springs, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 25 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 27 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 48 min drive - 47.8 km

Getting around

  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Big Blues Que - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Town Square Pub - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Next to Egyptian Hills Marina and KOA! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Next to Egyptian Hills Marina and KOA!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Next to Egyptian Hills Marina and KOA!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Next to Egyptian Hills Marina and KOA! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. Marion Carnegie Library and Goreville City Hall are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trish B.

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

Trish and family

Great time. Wonderful place. Property owner was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

A Week at the Lake

Every summer the family takes a week to go fishing, swimming, boating, and floating. Pharoah's Retreat was a good choice this year. Plenty of room, nice dock, and a great recommendation for a pontoon boat. Caught fish, swam at the dock, and wandered the area. Great time had by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harriet K.

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

Family trip

The house was perfect for my family. Plenty of room and very comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. Beautiful and clean. We would definitely rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

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

Awesome Family Time at Egypt Lake

We booked Egypt Lake Cabin for my father's 90th Birthday. It's almost 1/2 way for each family to meet for this special occasion. We loved this house/cabin. Very spacious, very clean, with a full main level and another lower level with a complete living room, and walk out door that leads down to the lake. My husband enjoyed several days of fishing, catching large bass and more blue gill then he could count. He loved it! There is plenty to do in the area, for shopping, Marion is about 20 minutes away, small grocery store in Goreville, State Park within 20 minutes. There is a KOA Campground less than one block away, for extended family. There are lots of places to walk, and the cabin had two kayaks for guests to use. We are hoping to make this an annual trip. We have stayed at several VRBO's throughout the years and this one is right on the top of the list. We would not hesitate to recommend it to family and friends.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd F.

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

Peacefull

Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katina Y.

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed our time fishing, boating, and swimming (in October!). The house was comfortable and big enough for our group of nine.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Lake House

Very nice place and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Celebrating my parents

My mom and dad lived on the lake. We came back as a celebration of them.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

cindy O., Collierville

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

Great house!

5 adults and 4 children stayed here and there was plenty of room for all. The bunk room was nice for the kids. The beds were all comfortable, the kitchen was very nice, and bathrooms were updated. Having the pontoon boat available was a perk as well. We rented it two days. Communication with Allison was awesome!!! She got back with me quickly if I had any questions. I especially loved the link for the app that gives you wonderful information about the house and area. Will definitely stay here again and rent with this company!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth R., East Lansing, MI

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

Anniversary Trip

Great location on Lake of Egypt! The house is an open floor plan which we enjoyed. The two decks also made for great relaxing areas. The beds were comfortable, bedrooms had plenty of closet space. The cabinet space in the kitchen was amazing! Everything was clean upon arrival. Thank you for a comfortable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary ellen c.

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

Beautifully Renovated House on the Lake of Egypt.

House was very clean and the location was nice. We were there in the offseason but were lucky enough to have a pontoon boat day. We were able to enjoy the kayaks too. Great little spring break! Thank you Allison for your quick responses to our inquiries. Highly recommend this getaway escape!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginger J.

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

Family gathering

Last minute trip. House was very clean and had proper kitchen and bedding. Host responded immediately ! Very helpful during our stressful situation.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Lori T.

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

Girls’ Weekend

Good experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jay B.

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

Great lakeside home.

Our family celebrates our Christmas in July at the lake each year. This year we chose this property to house our kids and grandkids all in one place. This became the gathering spot for our entire weekend. It worked out very well. The amount of space was perfect. The kitchen and dining area are perfect for a large group. We highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy E.

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

Great Vacation

A group of 3 couples stayed at the propoerty. It was very large with a very convenient pontoon rental onsite. 3 king beds with 3 full bathrooms was a key feature. We would book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

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

Enjoyed Our Stay at Pharaoh’s Retreat.

The house was roomy and clean. Allison was very responsive. Great location. The internet service was spotty, however, and cellular reception wasn’t great either. Nevertheless, we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori D., Plainfield

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

Great Family Time

We had an amazing stay. The house was perfect for my family and stocked with everything we needed to make meals and enjoy our time together. Having the boat available to rent made our stay even more fun!! The owner was great and communication with her was easy and she was very responsive when we needed to ask questions. The welcome packet helped us find a great little beach to visit too!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke O.

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

Getaway

The house was perfectly sized and equipped for our combined family getaway! The boys enjoyed fishing and playing in the yard! The property manager was always available for quick answers to questions! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

bonnie f.

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

serenity on the lake

We had a great stay…… Allison was wonderful to work with and would respond to my questions right away…..WiFi was down in the area the day we arrived so entry code didn’t work and she replied within 2 minutes giving us the back-up code…… house was clean and roomy and loved sitting on the decks having coffee in the morning!!! Only suggestion I have in this is from several homes we’ve rented from VRBO in the past that have done this and it was very helpful…… place little labels above each light switch it does make things easier!!’ 🤷‍♀️😂 would rent this home again!! We were very pleased!!! Bonnie F
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

maggie k.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Could be better!

The good: This house fit our group comfortably and we had a great time. The location was great (next door to Egyptian hills resort) and the beds were comfortable. We enjoyed the proximity to the lake/ dock, really enjoyed swimming and the pontoon boat and kayaks! There are several things I should mention- some of which I consider major safety hazards. The house was large and had the basics, but several things were in disrepair- lights out/not working, broken dock ladder, outlets not working, ice maker not working. It wasn’t the cleanest - while major things in the house were clean, corners have been cut- junky stuff in closets/garage, stuff left under beds, outside was dirty, icemaker not working, there were some personal effects left in a drawer. Our internet did not work the entire time we were there (we did notify the managers during our stay, and I specifically asked about this prior as I had read a review where this was an issue). The manager offered a personal hotspot, but it wasn’t up to the full task. The TVs were streaming only- so if no wifi…. Then what? Our sewer backed up the first day and we couldn’t enjoy sitting on the deck due to the smell. (As homeowners, we understand this happens, and the situation was addressed on Friday) Major concerns/safety issues: Privacy- The bedroom window in the basement was lacking blinds over the bed- mirror was directly across from the window…. The front porch was lacking stairs and a small paver was placed as a stair. (We had several people in our party trip and almost really injure themselves) There was a very large water runoff ditch that has been formed in the driveway. Deck hand railing was sketchy to say the least The hot water coming out is SCALDING hot, so much so I wouldn’t allow my kids to take a shower without supervision The property managers showed up two times without prior notification to us. The first to fix a broken ice maker (yes, it was broken, but we didn’t call about it) and the second to take the pontoon boat to be fixed. We had no issues with the boat the prior day, and he seemed confused when I said we had the boat for two days. If we hadn’t been on the porch, the manager would have taken the boat and we could have been confused/thought the boat was stolen. Both times, we should have received a text or call to us telling us he would be there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Best rental on the lake!

We’ve rented for years on LOE and this house was the best one yet! The location was perfect. The house had everything we needed for a fun weekend. Having the boat available to rent was so convenient. Everything was very clean and well maintained. We will definitely rent here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Breanna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Nice big house on the lake.

It was a nice big house on the lake with ability to rent pontoon and they have some water equipment that was fun to use. Lake water is nice and warm. They have a nice upper and lower deck. Before our stay when I booked the rental the owner did not respond back to me about questions I had until I asked them twice. She would say I’m checking on that and you would never hear back. She did respond during our stay. She was accommodating about our pontoon rental. Did have to contact her about missing supplies in the house and she did bring those right away. The ice maker was broke and no way to make ice so had to go buy some. They did not offer to go get us some. No internet or ability to watch tv during our 4 night stay. Very nice pontoon. Their driveway had big gullies you had to watch for when walking around to load or unload vehicle. The hot water heater was set at an extremely high temperature so kids could easily get burnt even when you warn them. You barely turn hot water on and it steams and easily burns adults too. Very dangerous. The first welcome email had a lot of inaccurate information about a different house and not even the house we rented. Had to keep asking for updated accurate information. She didn’t contact me when info had been corrected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kenneth D., Belleville, IL

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

No internet accesses

Overall it was very good, that is for 6 men all over 70 in good physical health only interested in fishing and playing cards all night. If you was wanting to spend some time watching TV it was not good. There was no Wi-Fi internet access all 3 days that we were there. That means no TV and only our individual phones using up our own data plan access to the internet. The host was very good about working on fixing the problem the first day in coming to house and working with the provider on fixing the problem with no success. The host worked with the provider the next day and the problem never was resolved. I think there should be some compensation for the lack of internet access as that is a major point in picking a place to stay. We had 2 boats and made use of the dock provided which was very nice to have. Although it would have been nice if the light would have worked by the dock for night access to the dock. The fish cleaning station was good especially with the over 50 fish we had to clean but would have been better if the water pump by it was working. I know the covered area of the dock was not offered it in the listing for use but it doesn’t show the pontoon boat that was in it when we was there. We will not be back next year as having the covered dock area for our boats is a top priority for us. Some things for easier access to the house that did not cause us problem but could for some is the lack of a proper steps to the front porch instead of some loosely laid bricks. The rock drive way also has some huge ruts in it to walk over to get to the house and could easily get your car stuck in if you did see them if backing in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S., Athens Illinois

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

Beautiful lake house

Stunning home on the lake! Allison was quick to respond to messages and made the process so easy! We will be staying again when we come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals

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This property is managed by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals, a veteran-owned, woman-owned business. Allison, owner of SIVR, is an SIUC alumni and has a deep love for the hospitality industry and showcasing beautiful southern Illinois.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful 2-level home with fireplace and amazing views of the lake.
4 bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
Walking distance from Egyptian Hills Resort and Marina
Private covered boat dock
Just minutes from hiking and biking trails, Shawnee National Forest, golf courses, wineries, and restaurants for all tastes.

Languages:

English

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