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Shawnee Forest In Town Retreat

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Living area
Room
Living area
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Shawnee Forest In Town Retreat

About this space
Hi! Our home is pet friendly with a one time pet fee of $50.00. Our cozy home is located in the heart of Harrisburg, which is know as the "Gateway to the Shawnee National Forest." The home is within walking distance of some very nice downtown shops and restaurants. The Tunnel Hill Bike Path is only one block away, and the beautiful Garden of the Gods is a scenic 22 mile drive away. Come put your feet up on our screened in porch and watch the squirrels play!
The space:
This home is over 100 years old. You can expect high ceilings, and original wood accents. It is very cozy and welcoming to families. With an older home, please also expect old pipes and things like that.
Guest access:
Local restaurants and shops can easily be reached on foot. There is a bike path only a block away. Grocery and other stores having anything you may need are only a short drive away.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
50.00 pet fee, please inform us if one is coming
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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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Harrisburg

Harrisburg is home to this vacation home. Shawnee Hills Country Club and Ross Cottom Lanes 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 Harrisburg Township Park District. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Harrisburg, IL

What's nearby

  • Harrisburg Township Park District - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Shawnee Hills Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Saline County Area Museum - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 34 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 43 min drive - 68.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bar-B-Q Barn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shawnee Forest In Town Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Shawnee Forest In Town Retreat?

As of Mar 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shawnee Forest In Town Retreat on Mar 31, 2026 start from $128, 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 Shawnee Forest In Town Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shawnee Forest In Town Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shawnee Forest In Town Retreat located?

Situated in Harrisburg, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Harrisburg Township Park District and within 3 mi (5 km) of Shawnee Hills Country Club and Saline County Area Museum. Ross Cottom Lanes is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin Z.

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

Perfect spot

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

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

Home

The stay was great we enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen p.

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

Nice place

Great location- easy to get to any place you want to go. Loved the bike trails
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Shawnee Forest In Town Retreat

Very nice place. Clean, comfortable and spacious. Enjoyed listening to the albums provided.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the perfect location for us. There is plenty of spac
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisha R.

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

Amazing historical house in Harrisburg.

Pictures of the house do not do it justice, it is so beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathie B.

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

Perfect Home

This is a huge home with plenty of space! We loved the fenced in backyard for our poodle. This home has a lot of character and felt cozy. Nice stay, close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The yard and porches were so nice. Love the antique feel about it. Location so close to everything we needed. House was stocked with cooking seasoning and coffee, as well as snacks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Quaint, Quiet and Comfortable

Nice older home with a beautiful backyard to sit in and visit. Comfortable to relax and an excellent collection of vinyl music to listen to. Will take this house over a hotel anytime. The atmosphere and the ability to visit at your leisure is well worth the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

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

Homecoming

I came to Harrisburg for my 60th class reunion. Best place to stay in town. It was clean and great space. The pocket doors were beautiful. Great place to stay! Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah O.

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

Spacious comfortable older home

The house has lots of room to spread out or gather together with one another. We enjoyed watching a movie on the giant TV and the sun room and screened porch were my favorite.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca S.

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

Close to Shawnee National Forest.

Charming older home with plenty of room! The purpose of our trip was to hike in the Shawnee National Forest, and the house was conveniently located to all that we wanted to do. The house is very close to town (within walking distance), but we did not do much there except for having breakfast at the Steam Cafe, which I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

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

Authentic country bungalow stay

Clean, quiet, convenient. Neighbors waved. The host communications and check in/out instructions were so easy. Thank you for letting us stay here. Next time we'll have a fire in the lovely, huge yard. The front porch area could use blinds or other for privacy from the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Home in Harrisburg IL

The hone was quiet, it was listed as 100 year old house. It was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal L.

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

Family Wedding

This house is perfect and has everything you need. We rented this house for a family wedding. The location was perfect as the wedding venue was 3 blocks from the house. This was very convenient. The house is located close to shopping and restaurants. We would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Bright, spacious, & thoughtful amenities

We had a wonderful stay here! Loved having our morning coffee on the screened in back porch. The back yard has a fire pit, we had fun toasting marshmallows! Kitchen has everything needed for cooking. The host is thoughtful and good with communication. All the best places to eat in this small town are in walking distance. A perfect spot to stay if you’re here to explore the Shawnee National Forest!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jimmy D.

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

Close to everything!

The property, while an older home, was very clean and comfortable. The backyard is fenced, but it is really not suitable for a dog to run free in as there are several places it could get out. I loved the screened porch and watching the dozens of squirrels in the backyard.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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

Great Place to Stay!

I have a client who moved to this area. The house was so comfortable. We slept so good! I need to reach out to the owner to find out what the sheets and blanket brand was. I will be visiting my client yearly so I plan to rebook this home. I had to reach out to the owner on a tv issue and they responded right away. We also did a lot of site seeing and the home is in a great location. Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication from Michael, answers questions promptly. The house has everything we needed and was a great location to swing from to see Garden of the Gods and Shawnee National Forest. Would definitely recommend in the area, and allowed pets. THANK YOU!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Bigger space then we expected

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house is spacious and well-equipped. Very comfortable and great location. Very pleased.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

Thanksgiving stay

We stayed here while in-town visiting family for the holiday. Property was as listed, and loved that we were able to travel with our pet. The backyard is very dark at night, seems the solar lights have stopped working. Other than that, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

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

Quaint older home with lots of character

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was cozy and clean. It was situated in the middle Of All the sights we wanted to see. Easy in and out to everywhere. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

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