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Beautiful custom built cabin near Garden of the Gods

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Exterior
Exterior
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Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 72800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Herod, IL
  • Place, Shawnee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Trailhead
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Beautiful custom built cabin near Garden of the Gods

Escape to a delightful cabin in Herod for a peaceful retreat. This charming 3-bedroom property features 2 full baths, 2 queen beds, 1 twin bed, and 1 king bed, ensuring a superb night's sleep for all guests. With amenities like a stocked kitchen, gas grill, AC, WiFi, and a washing machine, your stay will be convenient and comfortable. Relax in the cozy living space or unwind sitting on the porch or hot tub enjoying the beautiful view or around the fire after a day of exploring. Our place will help you feel at home while you're visit the Shawnee National Forest.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events must be pre-approved.
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Events must be pre-approved.
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 fire extinguisher
Property # 4672674

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This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

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Herod, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Illinois Iron Furnace - 18 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 22 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Hitching Post Trailhead - 26 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 26 min drive - 13.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Eluzabethrown Fish Market - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪The Gap - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful custom built cabin near Garden of the Gods pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful custom built cabin near Garden of the Gods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful custom built cabin near Garden of the Gods?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very remote and private
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, cozy, well-appointed cabin in an amazing woodland setting. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay while enjoying the fall colors and natural beauty of the area. All of the amenities of comfortable living in a true log home. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! We loved every minute of our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third time staying at this cabin. As always, it was a lovely time. This time was just my husband and I. We enjoyed some fishing, hot tub time, walks around the property, and fires at night. We will be planning a family Christmas trip back for next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing. Tucked away and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful and relaxing experience. The hosts were awesome and helpful. The cabin was clean with a lovely veiw off the porch. My favorite part was the hot tub!
The veiw
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonnie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and very peaceful. Plenty of space indoors and out if you have yard games. We enjoyed the hot tub and having s'mores around the fire. The home was lovely and comfortable. Loads of activities close by for family fun. We are so grateful for being able to stay in this beautiful home!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay here. First, I would like to imitate that the host was incredibly friendly and communicative. The cabin was cozy and immediately upon pulling up the driveway, the feelings of privacy, peace, and comfort came in. We loved the aesthetic of the cabin. The beds are comfortable. There were plenty of towels available. The cabin remained warm even while it was 11 outside. The sunrises and sunsets were beautiful. The hot tub was incredibly cozy, but only about 3/4 full in volume so we couldn’t quite get cozy and submerge fully to avoid the cold winds. The grill worked great. The campfire outside is cozy and quaint. Overall we loved the stay here and I’d recommend it for a getaway with your partner or some friends!Some things of note- I would still give this property five stars, but, I think it’s important to at least know these things before you book:Cookware - I would bring your own cookware if you are planning on prepping your own meals. There were an array of pots and pans, but many were scratched up, Teflon. One thing we really needed constantly was a large bowl for making batter for waffles, popcorn, etc. I would just bring your own knives and kitchenware. They had plenty of cutlery.Bring your own body wash, shampoo, conditioner, the host does not have any. Cleaning supplies - the host does not leave many cleaning supplies, I would recommend bringing your own for the dishwasher and wiping the countertops. Still, an amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by Melinda Fricker

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