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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

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Effingham, IL
  • Place, Lake Sara
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Effingham Performance Center
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Shelbyville
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.

Vacation Rental Amenities: Our lake house is a year round cottage that includes heaand central air-conditioning. The cottage is a 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom open concept with huge vaulted ceilings and picturesque windows to capture the scenic lake views. The bedrooms accommodate 6.

-2 bedrooms & 1 loft bedroom (sleeping a total of 6)
-Queen size Sofa-bed in living room (sleeps 2)
-Queen size air mattress
-All Beds include pillows, sheets, and blankets
-Towels & Beach towels provided
-2 Hair dryers in both bathrooms
-Baby gate, pack & play, high chair, & baby walker available
-4 person raft & paddle board
-Full size washer and dryer
-Fully equipped Kitchen includes: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, crock pot, blender, air fryer, coffee pot, pots & pans, dishes and kitchen utensils
-Firewood provided for outside camp fires
-Outdoor table & chairs & 2 rocking chairs
-Charcoal & Gas Grill
-Board games & puzzles

Details & Things to Do/Attractions: Lake Sara is an 800-acre lake located 4 miles west of the city of Effingham. Lake Sara's attractions include 2 marinas, 1 restaurants: PInky's, 1 bar- Rusty Reel, an ice cream truck, bait shop, and public beach. The public beach includes 2 playgrounds, along with 4 pickle ball courts, a ninja challenge course, weight and cardio exercise machines, beach volleyball court, a quarter-mile walking trail, disc golf courses, bocce ball court, and an All Access fishing dock. The lake offers boating, fishing, swimming, water sports, kayaking, & paddle boarding. Pontoon rentals available both at the marinas and online. Other recreational activities in the area include hiking, biking, golf, hunting, and sledding. The downtown area of Effingham is filled with unique shops & boutiques, local restaurants and cafes.

Area Attractions near Lake Sara:
-Pinky's (Lake-side)
-Rusty Reel Bar (Lake-side)
-Local restaurants & cafes
-Wineries
-Historic downtown Effingham
-Local festivals & seasonal farmers markets
-Grocery stores
-Ice cream shops
-Liquor stores
-Golf courses
- Theaters
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Refrain from using the indoor fireplace

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
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Effingham

Located in Effingham, this cottage 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Effingham, IL

What's nearby

  • Lake Sara - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Effingham Performance Center - 20 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Effingham County Courthouse - 21 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Mid America Motorworks, My Garage Museum - 24 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Lake Shelbyville - 55 min drive - 61.0 km

Getting around

  • Effingham Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Sbarro - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants. on Mar 27, 2026 start from $230, 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 Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants. located?

This family-friendly Effingham cottage is located on the waterfront, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Sara, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bliss Park and Village Square Mall. Ballard Nature Center and Cardinal Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an awesome place with an awesome location! We totally enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roderick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice little hideaway on a small inlet finger on Lake Sara.We stayed there in January and were pretty much on our own....very peaceful.The house if very clean and everything was exactly as promoted....will plan on returning in the future
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house. Has everything you need. Outside area perfect for our kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous, clean home right on the lake. Located at the inlet with lots of privacy, perfect for our escape from busy city life. Hosts were prompt to reply when we had a question about the thermostat. Loved the attention to detail in the decor! We spent most of our time outside taking in the changing colors, and enjoying a bonfire at twilight. Smart TV was perfect for day 2 when it rained. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Cute lake house

Great rental, nicely decorated and very clean. Owners responded promptly to all questions and were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was as advertised and very clean. Plenty of kitchen tools, ect. Nice location and water floats, ect. While I doubt this would keep us from going back, the request to wash and dry towels before leaving was unusual and washer and dryer cycles were both slow. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Great Stay

Lovely house, very clean. We loved the location and the access to the lake. Our kids had a great time fishing, boating and going to the beach. Owners were very responsive. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Perfect lake house

Hosts were super easy to communicate with. House is in a great location and setup to make the most of your stay with dock, grill, firepit, deck, and nicely decorated interior.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are quite familiar with Lake Sara and the area the house was located so easy to find. It is a wonderful house and property. The owners were very responsive to all questions and concerns. There was a severe rainstorm one day with a power outage but a simple fix with the owner's help was all that was needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rob V.

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

Good overall

Clean good location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

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

Very cute and well designed

House was super cute and great design. Very well stocked with everything we needed for a fun weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley M.

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

Getaway with friends

Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Family Vacay

Our family thoroughly enjoyed this lake cottage! The place was very clean, accurate to the listing and the hosts communicated quickly. There were a lot of extras available; toilet paper, paper towels, dish/laundry detergent, trash bags, outdoor insulated cups, spices. We enjoyed the numerous lake floats and the paddle board. My husband and kids caught quite a few fish from the dock as well. I would highly recommend staying here and also checking out Lakeside Marina for a pontoon rental. It was nice to have a boat for the day to explore the main lake (this cottage is at the end of an inlet). Overall, this lake was quiet and peaceful and exactly what our family wanted :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

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

The take away

My kids and my wife and I had a great trip and a great stay. We loved the property and the privacy. It was a beautiful place and we loved the night lights. The only bummer was that the host only provided decaf coffee. Other than that, it was a perfect place to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHELE G.

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

Aug 20

Hottest week of the year however we had a fabulous time. I would recommend your spot to anyone. 🤗
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christin R.

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

Ross Family

A small mishap with not having the code to get in but was remedied within 15 minutes. The house was beautiful, and the huge porch was a plus for early morning coffee, very clean and well stocked. Will absolutely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerrod F.

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

Perfect for Us!

We wanted a decent sized getaway home right on the water with a dock and this delivered! There ended up only being three of us there so there was plenty of room. The deck area around the back of the house is really large and we enjoyed our coffee out there. It would be a cool place for a family birthday party. We saw deer and a fox and wild turkeys. It is located back in a cove, but we caught lots of bluegill and a decent channel cat off the dock. We would definitely do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

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

Cozy and Perfect!

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Tuckaway Cottage! It was definitely one of the best rentals we’ve stayed in. The cottage was well stocked (dishes, pots, mixing bowls, spices, towels, etc.) & had many personal touches to make you feel like home. It sits back in a quiet cove which makes for a peaceful, relaxing experience. The kids loved swimming off the dock and spent HOURS fishing. Many bluegill and catfish were caught :-) We even saw a couple deer down by the water one morning. I can’t say enough great things about this cottage and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Great property!

We had a good time with our family despite poor weather! This house has just about everything you need for fun days at the lake. We enjoyed the fire pit as well. Things to note - swimming right off the dock is pretty shallow, if you swim a bit from the dock, it’s better. Also, make sure to bring bug spray. The bugs are unreal and going in and out at night if you’re wanting to enjoy the deck is very buggy. Over all it was great, the house was really prepped to host a family with kiddos which was very convenient!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Peaceful Lake Getaway

We stayed at the cottage for a quick getaway for our anniversary and it was so wonderful. The home is clean and very updated with wonderful lakeside decorations. The kitchen is well stocked and the outdoor spaces are great. We loved the seclusion of the location - nestled in a back cove of the lake with lots of privacy. The beds were comfortable and everything was so cozy and nice. The Effingham area is a great place to explore the walking trails and the great food options. We ate at The Firefly, Pinkys and the Gabby Goat and loved all 3 for different reasons. The only discrepancy in the listing is in one place it says it's 4 bedrooms and in other it says its not. Its only 3 bedrooms but the couch does pull out. Not a big deal for us but if you're having more people you will want to know for privacy sake. We completely would recommend this home and look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justo M.

It was such a a great place to
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

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