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Family Home on Lake Sara
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 2 upstairs
1 Queen Bed
BunkRoom
2 Double Bunk Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Family Home on Lake Sara
The Bunkhouse is a fantastic place for families and friends to reconnect and make lasting memories. With walk-in lake access, this is the ideal spot to put in a kayak, canoe, or float. Enjoy swimming and fishing for a variety of fish including bass, crappie, catfish, or bluegill. Boat rentals and slips are available at both the Blue Gill Marina and Larson’s Landing.
The Bunkhouse is quiet and peaceful, it is located at the end of Illini cove surrounded by trees, water and wildlife. This cozy cabin was constructed in 2020 and is a wonderful place to unwind and spend time in nature. Our front deck is perfect for bird watching and animal spying while soaking up some sun. Don’t be surprised if you spot a blue heron, turtles bathing in the sun, or even an occasional bald eagle. The lower walk out area includes a grill, picnic table and beautiful views of the lake. There is a fire pit for hanging out, roasting marshmallows and enjoying the night sky.
Amenities include a washer and dryer, WIFI, 4 TVs, a dishwasher, air conditioning and heating, a full kitchen stocked with pots and pans, dishes, and everything needed to prepare your own meals. Downstairs is a kitchenette which includes a snack area and full coffee bar. Enjoy a night in by playing one of a variety of board games or simply find a quiet place to read a book. Numerous smart TV’s are available to stream your Netflix or Hulu account, as well as a DVD player for old school movie viewing. A large parking area is available for up to 6 cars. If you are bringing a pontoon or ski boat contact Blue Gill Marina for slip rental, no dock available at property.
The Bunkhouse is quiet and peaceful, it is located at the end of Illini cove surrounded by trees, water and wildlife. This cozy cabin was constructed in 2020 and is a wonderful place to unwind and spend time in nature. Our front deck is perfect for bird watching and animal spying while soaking up some sun. Don’t be surprised if you spot a blue heron, turtles bathing in the sun, or even an occasional bald eagle. The lower walk out area includes a grill, picnic table and beautiful views of the lake. There is a fire pit for hanging out, roasting marshmallows and enjoying the night sky.
Amenities include a washer and dryer, WIFI, 4 TVs, a dishwasher, air conditioning and heating, a full kitchen stocked with pots and pans, dishes, and everything needed to prepare your own meals. Downstairs is a kitchenette which includes a snack area and full coffee bar. Enjoy a night in by playing one of a variety of board games or simply find a quiet place to read a book. Numerous smart TV’s are available to stream your Netflix or Hulu account, as well as a DVD player for old school movie viewing. A large parking area is available for up to 6 cars. If you are bringing a pontoon or ski boat contact Blue Gill Marina for slip rental, no dock available at property.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
1 small dog, extra charge
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the neighborhood
Effingham
Located in Effingham, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Ballard Nature Center and Lake Sara reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bliss Park and Effingham County Fairgrounds.
Effingham, IL
What's nearby
- Lake Sara - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Effingham Performance Center - 18 min drive - 13.0 km
- HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital - 18 min drive - 12.6 km
- Mid America Motorworks, My Garage Museum - 21 min drive - 19.4 km
- Lake Shelbyville - 56 min drive - 61.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 21 min drive
- McDonald's - 21 min drive
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 21 min drive
- Starbucks - 21 min drive
- Sbarro - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Jan 11, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
bob f.
Oct 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
bob f.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
John P.
Sep 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca M.
Jul 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spotless. Very roomy! Quiet. Wonderful property
Rebecca M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy J.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jul 9, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to vacation
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cindy O.
Sep 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cindy O.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
BETH H.
Sep 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BETH H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Peggy M. G.
Oct 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peggy M. G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
C Luanne F.
Dec 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
C Luanne F.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy S.
Nov 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Kathy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chasity B.
Nov 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic family location
Chasity B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ken L.
Oct 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ken L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
BETH H.
Sep 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay!
BETH H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angie L.
Jul 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home!
Angie L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tara S.
Aug 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time at the Bunkhouse
Tara S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alexia B.
May 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Holiday weekend
Alexia B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tony H.
Jul 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bunkhouse
Tony H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lori R.
Apr 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Lori R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gwen a.
Jun 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Gwen a.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris H.
Jul 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bunkhouse is great
Chris H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
BETH H.
Sep 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two thumbs up for Bunkhouse stay!
BETH H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
kathy p.
Dec 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family gathering
kathy p.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason S.
Oct 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Jason S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jane D.
Aug 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was just what we needed. What a wonderful trip.
Jane D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Diana Kirkpatrick
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