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Ideal Couple's Wooded Retreat near Giant City Park

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Exterior
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Carbondale, IL
  • Campground Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Giant City State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Southern Illinois University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Carbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Ideal Couple's Wooded Retreat near Giant City Park

Welcome to Tulipwood Cabins! Managed by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
1 King Bed in bedroom
1 Sleeper Sofa in Living Room

THE LAYOUT
Living Room w/ Smart TV & Fireplace
Kitchen & Dining Area (no dishwasher)
Walkout Deck with hot tub
1 Bedroom; 1 bathroom
Washer/Dryer

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
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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
Maximum 2 pets. Dogs only. $50/pet; per stay.
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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
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 first aid kit

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.
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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

  • Carbondale Station - 15 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 28 min drive

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

Is Ideal Couple's Wooded Retreat near Giant City Park pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ideal Couple's Wooded Retreat near Giant City Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal Couple's Wooded Retreat near Giant City Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ideal Couple's Wooded Retreat near Giant City Park located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is steps from Shawnee National Forest and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Campground Beach. Jeremy Rochman Memorial Park and Giant City State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We very much enjoyed our stay here. Very cozy, clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler E.

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

Great getaway

Wonderful place to stay for a few days. Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Great cabin and location!

Beautiful place, updated and modern but still cozy and rustic also. Super clean. Host is very communicative and helpful. Great place and would love to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

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

Anniversary Getaway

This was an AMAZING trip! The hosts are helpful & the cabin is perfectly beautiful. We had everything we could imagine. HIGHLY recommend & will be back if we ever are in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Loved our visit!!

This was the nicest place we’ve been at! Very clean, beautifully decorated and furnished. Very comfy king bed! Peaceful and quiet location! Thanks for the great visit!

10/10 Excellent

DOUG B.

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

Perfect Cabin

We booked this cabin for an anniversary weekend getaway. Everything about the cabin was perfect! We enjoyed the trail behind the canin. We also enjoyed hiking at nearby, Giant City State Park. Southern Illinois is beautiful in the fall. We hope to be back and highly recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

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

Anniversary

The cabin was beautiful inside and out. We didnt want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas D.

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

Beautiful/Quiet Getaway

Really pretty properties. Very quiet. Cabins are very modern. Can’t recommend it enough for a couples getaway
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Wonderful Cabin

Spent time at this cabin for a wonderful couple weekend. Everything that was needed was already provided at the cabin. It was easy to find and close to all activities. Would recommend this property to anyone and hope to return for a visit soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Perfect Cozy Cabin

This cabin was pristine, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. It had everything you would need for an enjoyable getaway including a fire pit, salt spa, and a great assortment of books and games. It’s close enough to trails and outdoor activities to keep your days full and there are some great dining options within 15-25 minutes away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Brand new cabin in the woods

Cabin was perfect and exactly as described. Everything is brand new and just like the pictures showed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Fantastic

Love this place. Cozy cabin in the woods with amazing hot tub on the back deck overlooking the woods. The stars are so bright from the back deck. 10-15 minutes from all the wineries. Will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taryn S.

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

Our dog loved Elm cabin!

This place is SO CUTE! Inside was refreshing, clean, homey and really just right. My husband & I stayed here with our dog, and they took their morning walk through the trail behind all the cabins. The salt water hot tub after a day of hiking is soooo delightful. It was nice to have spices already stocked, and there was even a dog bowl for our girl. Sitting on the porch with a cup of coffee and my dog? 12/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peggy P.

Beautiful and relaxing cabin with all the comforts of home!

We recently took a trip to Southern Illinois and stayed in the “Elm cabin”. The cabin is deceiving from the outside as the interior is VERY nice and provides all the comforts of home and more. It seemed far more spacious than what we expected. The large front porch and back deck with hot tub provide some great outdoor time enjoying the beautiful wooded area surrounding. You also have an outdoor fire pit with LOTS of wood available for campfires, roasting marshmallows, etc. We would not hesitate to come back and stay here again. It was truly an enjoyable time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

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

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.

Why they chose this property

Escape to peace and quiet at Elm Cabin, where modern comfort meets rustic charm. This cozy cabin sits on a ridge surrounded by 35 acres of woods, offering a serene retreat just 10 minutes away from Carbondale.

What makes this property unique

With a king-size bed and a queen sleeper sofa, Elm Cabin accommodates up to 4 guests. Relax on the elevated back deck with beautiful forest views, featuring a grand elm tree. Enjoy outdoor activities with an included fire pit and complimentary firewood, or unwind in the hot tub.

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