10/10 Excellent
Joe A.
9 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Joe A.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Cabin
Hot Tub | Cabin in 35 Acre Forest | SIUC < 10 min.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 569.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Carbondale, IL
- Campground Beach5 min drive
- Giant City State Park7 min drive
- Southern Illinois University11 min drive
- Carbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Loft
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Hot Tub | Cabin in 35 Acre Forest | SIUC < 10 min.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
1 King Bed in bedroom
2 Twin XL beds in loft
1 Sleeper Sofa in Living Room
THE LAYOUT - MAIN LEVEL
Living Room w/ Smart TV & Fireplace
Kitchen & Dining Area
Walkout Deck with hot tub
1 Bedroom; 1 bathroom
Washer/Dryer
THE LAYOUT- LOFT
2 XL Twin Beds
OUTDOORS
Fire pit for relaxation with Adirondack chairs and complementary firewood
Surrounded by 35 Acres of forest
Less than 10 minutes from SIUC campus
Short drive to public land (Giant City State Park and Shawnee National Forest) for fishing, hiking, hunting, cycling, kayaking and exploring
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: Pets must be reported prior to arrival. $50/pet; per stay. Max 2; dogs only. If unreported, you will be subject to pet fee plus $50 unreported pet fee.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
No Grill on site
There are a total of 4 cabins on the 35 acres. They are spread far apart but please be aware there will be other guests on property.
1 King Bed in bedroom
2 Twin XL beds in loft
1 Sleeper Sofa in Living Room
THE LAYOUT - MAIN LEVEL
Living Room w/ Smart TV & Fireplace
Kitchen & Dining Area
Walkout Deck with hot tub
1 Bedroom; 1 bathroom
Washer/Dryer
THE LAYOUT- LOFT
2 XL Twin Beds
OUTDOORS
Fire pit for relaxation with Adirondack chairs and complementary firewood
Surrounded by 35 Acres of forest
Less than 10 minutes from SIUC campus
Short drive to public land (Giant City State Park and Shawnee National Forest) for fishing, hiking, hunting, cycling, kayaking and exploring
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: Pets must be reported prior to arrival. $50/pet; per stay. Max 2; dogs only. If unreported, you will be subject to pet fee plus $50 unreported pet fee.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
No Grill on site
There are a total of 4 cabins on the 35 acres. They are spread far apart but please be aware there will be other guests on property.
Property manager
Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
$50 per pet, per stay; Max 2. Dogs only.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking of any kind (including cigarettes, cigars,
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Carbondale
Located in Carbondale, this cabin is in a rural area. Blue Sky Vineyards and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Carbondale, IL
What's nearby
- Campground Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
- Giant City State Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
- Southern Illinois University - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
- Banterra Center - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
- Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 18 min drive - 15.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Panera Bread - 14 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 12 min drive
- McDonald's - 13 min drive
- Starbucks - 14 min drive
- Quatro's Deep Pan Pizza - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jenna K.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy winter stay
Jenna K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
dawn d.
9 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday celebration
dawn d.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
vivian j.
6 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip
vivian j.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carrie B.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax in the woods
Carrie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alissa S.
27 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Alissa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angela D.
22 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!!!
Angela D.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
30 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College visits
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ruth Lovell B.
13 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin Luxury
Ruth Lovell B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Millie R.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Millie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Nina R.
1 July 2024
Beautiful bachelorette weekend!
Nina R.
10/10 Excellent
Jeannette W.
14 Nov 2024
Jeannette W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amber B.
12 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amber B.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Nina R.
1 July 2024
Beautiful bachelorette weekend!
Nina R.
About the host
Hosted by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals
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.
Why they chose this property
For a serene escape, Shagbark Cabin provides a perfect blend of modern comfort in a rustic setting. Shagbark Cabin, nestled on a ridge in 35 wooded acres, is a tranquil retreat just 10 minutes from Carbondale. The cabin sleeps up to 5, with a king-size bed, twin XL beds in the loft, and a queen sleeper sofa. Guests can enjoy nature on the elevated back deck with stunning forest views including a majestic shagbark tree, an outdoor fire pit with complementary firewood, and a hot tub.
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