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Minutes From Shawnee National Forest in Golconda, IL

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a menu on it.
A small building with a sign for River Roast Lodging, two red chairs outside, and a gravel driveway.
A small building with a sign for River Roast Lodging, a picnic table, and a satellite dish.
A cozy living room with a brown sofa, a red pillow, a wooden coffee table, and a suitcase.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window, and wall decorations.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Shawnee National Forest

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Golconda, IL
  • Place, Shawnee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Golconda Marina State Recreation Area
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Paducah Riverwalk
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the neighborhood

Golconda

Located in Golconda, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. Fort Massac State Park is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee National Forest and Golconda Marina State Recreation Area.
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Golconda, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Golconda Marina State Recreation Area - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 30 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Paducah Riverwalk - 43 min drive - 70.7 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 43 min drive - 75.5 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riverview Mansion Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lusk Creek Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dam 51 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Mansion of Golconda Inn & Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Riverport Antiques - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Minutes From Shawnee National Forest in Golconda, IL pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Minutes From Shawnee National Forest in Golconda, IL?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Minutes From Shawnee National Forest in Golconda, IL on Nov 4, 2026 start from $155, 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 Minutes From Shawnee National Forest in Golconda, IL?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Minutes From Shawnee National Forest in Golconda, IL?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Minutes From Shawnee National Forest in Golconda, IL located?

Located in the heart of Golconda, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Ohio River Valley. Golconda Marina State Recreation Area and Ohio River are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

River Roost

The property was clean and the location made accessing local attractions and dining easy! I would definitely stay at this location again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for a stay!

We had a fantastic time during our stay! The location was ideal for us since we had family camping nearby in Shawnee, and it was close to everything we needed. The host was great! Incredibly nice and responsive! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little place if you are hiking in the area

Cute clean property with everything you need, enjoyed our stay. The only downside is the road street noise before midnight if you are a light sleeper bring a load fan or ear plugs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hunting cabin

Perfect for our group, rented both sides.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Quilt Week

River Roost was great getaway for our visit to Paducah for Quilt Week. Adorable accommodations with everything we needed. Enjoyed dinner at several local restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and Convenient

House was conveniently located right off the street and just minutes away from amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked staying in Golconda, however, it seems like a forgotten city. We did enjoy walking the city and had a really great meal at Diver Down. It was also beautiful to walk along the Ohio River. The property was nice and had all we needed, however, it is shared with another unit and the walls are very thin. The couple we shared the walls with were very nice and thankfully not loud, but we could definitely hear them talking (not what they said, just voices). Overall, I would stay here again because we were out exploring more than we were at the property and it was a good location for us and had all we needed. The only other unfortunate part was that we did not get any check-in information prior to arriving and had a difficult time getting in touch with someone. Thankfully, a nice neighbor was outside and was able to get in touch with someone for us. It was a unique situation because it turned out the property manager was sick, but it did put a damper on things at first. All worked out and the property manager was very nice and apologetic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This rental worked well for hiking at Garden of the Gods, local diner eats, and quick night out to Paducah Kentucky.Very clean and convenient place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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