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Breathtaking views and an absolute hiking paradise!!!

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Exterior
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Goreville, IL
  • Place, Goreville City Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Goreville City Hall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Ferne Clyffe State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

2

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Breathtaking views and an absolute hiking paradise!!!

Beautiful view; Look no more for an escape to the great outdoors! Grandpa's View is located in scenic Southern Illinois amidst beauty like you have never seen in Illinois! This home is located on 80 private acres loaded with wildlife, peace and quiet and everything at your fingertips! We provide everything you and your guests need for a wonderful getaway!

Grandpa's view has plenty of room to roam around and explore the property! Please consider us for your next group getaway - a weekend away, a family reunion destination, a girls weekend out, there are no limits to what you can do in Southern Illinois and Grandpa's View is your jumping off point to see it all! Email, call or text for more information and ideas to plan your vacation! We are located just a few miles from Interstate 57, exit 40. Convenient, comfortable, safe and outstanding! You won't be disappointed when you choose us and you will want to come back the minute you leave!!!!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking of anything🚭

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Garbage goes in white box at the end of the driveway
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We are able to ask any travelers to leave at any time during the duration of your stay if you’re not following the rules.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Goreville

Goreville is home to this vacation home. 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 Ferne Clyffe State Park.
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Goreville, IL

What's nearby

  • Goreville City Park - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Goreville City Hall - 5 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 9 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Ferne Clyffe Lake - 10 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 35 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Acee's Neighborhood Market & Deli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue Sky Vineyard - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Triple E BBQ at Lake of Egypt - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Breathtaking views and an absolute hiking paradise!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Breathtaking views and an absolute hiking paradise!!!?

As of May 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Breathtaking views and an absolute hiking paradise!!! on May 10, 2026 start from $280, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Breathtaking views and an absolute hiking paradise!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Breathtaking views and an absolute hiking paradise!!!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Breathtaking views and an absolute hiking paradise!!! located?

Situated in Goreville, this vacation home is steps from Shawnee National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Goreville City Park and Goreville City Hall. Ferne Clyffe State Park and Panther Den Trailhead are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, beautiful place. Worked well for a family trip. We will definitely be back! Thank you for sharing your place with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was Great. Plenty of room and beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very comfortable with plenty of space for the kids to play both inside and outside. There are many nice state parks around to hike at, and a nice trail on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

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

Great place

Place was amazing, plenty of property to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Amazing view. Look forward to going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jane f.

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

Great Time Was Had by All!

Wonderful place to stay! It was perfect for a weekend getaway! Nice large yard for the kids to play! Sat on the back porch overlooking a beautiful view early in the morning while drinking coffee. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine A.

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

Picturesque Cabin

The cabin is clean, spacious, and well maintained. We enjoyed the views especially. This would be a great place for large families.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

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

Excellent!!! This place is fabulous!! Perfect in every way—highly recommend!!!

Wonderful!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott m.

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

Relaxing.

Everything about this place is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

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

Happy 4th

We had a great time and really loved the openness and large back porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna M.

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

Second time renter

The property was super clean, close to wineries, and very accomodating. There is everything you need. Great for a family or friend vacation gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter C.

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

Beautiful Property

A little far from desired location, but it was a clean and beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

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

Perfect

This is my 3rd time staying at this cabin and I can’t say enough good things about it. It’s the perfect place for our group and the cabin is amazing. Thank you for letting us stay!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Family Thanksgiving

Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

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

A Great Place for Families

We loved the privacy of the dead end road, and we felt like our kids were safe to play outside while we enjoyed the beautiful view from the back porch. The cabin was perfect for our 2 families, plenty of seating in the main room, the eating area, and the outdoor area. We also loved the location, very close Ferne Cliff State Park and not too far from Giant City State Park for hiking. We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

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

Family Fun Paradise

Great, big place with a lot of property for littles to run on. Perfect for kid families and friends. 3 bedrooms each with a queen and a bunk. Amazing view of the surrounding mountains!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

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

Amazing Place!

We stayed for our annual youth hunting trip. This place exceeds all expectations for a getaway weekend trip. Everything is great and exactly as described. Thanks so much for opening up your home for us to enjoy. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

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

A+A+ - AWESOME - A+A+

Does not get better than this!!!!! EXCELLENT location, secluded but close to interstate, BEAUTIFUL views, and Plenty of both inside and outside. We will DEFINITELY be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
We had such a great stay and it was properly described. After a four night stay, we were accused of “destroying” the house by the cleaning person for having two piles of what appeared was her sweeping the entire house and a photo we set out on the counter so it would be easily found by the owners after it fell off the wall. There was also a photo of a stain ON A WHITE LINEN (which can, and obviously should be bleached anyways) We take great pride in having all 7 of our boys help us clean and we stay in several rentals every year and have never been accused of this. To say we are disappointed would be an understatement and I would just really consider what you are willing to deal with before booking and spending your money here. If we were ever to break or damage someone else’s things, we would obviously just reach out and make it right.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth F.

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

Spectacular views

Perfect location for our family trip! The pictures listed do not do the property justice. This hike is clean, spacious and has everything you need to make a wonderful meal. The covered porch kept us safe from the sun and rain. The beautiful views were breathtaking and relaxing. We wanted to take a kiddie pool with us but we weren't sure if we could or had access to a spigot. Luann not only allowed the pool but she made sure there was a hose we could use to fill it with. This was a great time and we hope to go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Annual hunting trip

My husband and several friends go on an annual hunting trip to Shawnee national forest in Illinois. This was their first time staying at this house & everyone loved it! They said the view was amazing commendations were great and they will definitely book this house again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

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

Great Home

The property and home is beautiful. Could definitely tell it’s someone’s home away from home. We enjoyed it, especially the seclusion, fire pit and cleanliness. Thank you for opening your home to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

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

Amazing Place!!!!

This place far exceeded our expectations. Will definitely be back. I can’t say enough good things about it. Thank you for letting us stay. We had an amazing trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Friend Trip

Reunion of friends now located in K.C. and Indy. The location was perfectly in the middle. Super convenient check in and out. Clean place, great view. Private location. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott m.

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

amazing

I hope we are lucky enough to book this place again. Pictures do not do this place justice. If you looking for beautiful, clean, comfortable and relaxing this is it for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

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