8/10 Good
Donald L.
8 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Donald L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Cabin
Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Makanda, IL
- Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort10 min walk
- Giant City State Park9 min drive
- Southern Illinois University12 min drive
- Carbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.
Cabin located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest. Only 2.5 miles from hiking in Giant City Stat Park, 5 minutes to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, minutes from SIU, and Cedar Lake. This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.
Property manager
Steve Young
Premier Host
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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9.6 out of 10, (36 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 9
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Makanda
Located in Makanda, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. African American Museum of Southern Illinois and General John A. Logan Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort and Rustle Hill Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Makanda, IL
What's nearby
- Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Giant City State Park - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
- Southern Illinois University - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
- Campground Beach - 20 min drive - 17.3 km
- Blue Sky Vineyards - 31 min drive - 19.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Lentz Dining Hall - 13 min drive
- Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - 15 min drive
- Alto Vineyards - 23 min drive
- Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl W.
19 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay
Cheryl W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angela L.
17 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great all the way around
Angela L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Shawn F.
25 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hiking & Wine
Shawn F.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brandi S.
30 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country Cabin
Brandi S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joe B.
2 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place close to giant city
Joe B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nancy W.
7 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit
Nancy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Charles H.
16 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very nice place to stay
Charles H.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
dominic k.
25 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
dominic k.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy D.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SIU family weekend
Amy D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tina C.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Tina C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah J.
8 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin and location
Sarah J.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brendan H.
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend.
Brendan H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin B.
20 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nicely nice
Kevin B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Carrie M., Raymond IL
13 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Location
Carrie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Glenn P.
3 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Fun
Glenn P.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill G.
19 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good wheelchair accessibility
Jill G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda B.
5 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay
Brenda B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan T.
7 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Susan T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mamie F.
10 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!
Mamie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Caitlin S.
27 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great getaway!
Caitlin S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
kathy S.
16 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to everything
kathy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kory B.
15 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Kory B.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
John R.
24 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and orderly
John R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Peter G.
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and comfortable short stay
Peter G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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