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Charming 2BR/1B cabin - Winetrail, SIU, Shawnee Forest, Giant City, Cedar Lake

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Makanda, IL
  • Place, Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake of Egypt
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming 2BR/1B cabin - Winetrail, SIU, Shawnee Forest, Giant City, Cedar Lake

Make yourself at home in this 2-bedroom Makanda retreat. This adorable cabin features 1 queen bed, 1 full bed, and a cozy living room with a sofa bed. Enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings while having access to modern amenities like AC, heating, and a hairdryer. Experience the magic of Makanda at our cabin.

Located on the Apple Creek Gold Course and Shawnee Hills Winetrail, this cabin is just minutes from all of your favorite Southern Illinois attractions:

Giant City State Park - 5 Minutes/2.4 Miles
Cedar Lake - 8 minutes/5.4 miles
SIU Arena - 9 Minutes - 6.8 Miles
Feather Hills Winery (Closest) - 4 Minutes /2.7 Miles
Shawnee Hills Wine Trail - 4-30 Minutes (Depends on the winery)
Bald Knob Cross - 24 Minutes/13.6 Miles
Little Grassy Lake - 16 Minutes/7.7 Miles
Giant City Lodge - 11 Minutes/5 Miles
Appl Creek Golf Course - 1 Minute (You can see the fairway!)

This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.

This charming retreat offers a living room with a comfy sofa and chair, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring Giant City or the Shawnee National Forest. Guests can enjoy the fresh air on deck with includes a table and chairs. Experience the fantastic charm of this cabin during your stay in Makanda. Enjoy your time in Southern IL at our cabin.

Please note that this cabin has a kitchenette (no stove/oven) which includes a mini fridge, microwave, toaster, grill, and crockpot. While you cannot bake a casserole, you can certainly grill a steak, and do some sides in the crockpot and microwave!
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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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Makanda

Located in Makanda, this cabin is in a rural area. Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort and Owl Creek Vineyard 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 Giant City State Park. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Makanda, IL

What's nearby

  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Giant City State Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 7 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 29 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 34 min drive - 45.7 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 12 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Vine Community Church - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cook Club, SIU Arena - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2BR/1B cabin - Winetrail, SIU, Shawnee Forest, Giant City, Cedar Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Charming 2BR/1B cabin - Winetrail, SIU, Shawnee Forest, Giant City, Cedar Lake?

As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming 2BR/1B cabin - Winetrail, SIU, Shawnee Forest, Giant City, Cedar Lake on May 31, 2026 start from $140, 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 Charming 2BR/1B cabin - Winetrail, SIU, Shawnee Forest, Giant City, Cedar Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2BR/1B cabin - Winetrail, SIU, Shawnee Forest, Giant City, Cedar Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2BR/1B cabin - Winetrail, SIU, Shawnee Forest, Giant City, Cedar Lake located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shawnee National Forest and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. Makanda Boardwalk and Giant City State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint cottage very convenient to the Shawnee Wine Trail. The lack of an oven and stove did not hamper our foodie lifestyle as the grill and a camp stove (which we brought) met all our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lena P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was on a cul de sac with other cabins. Our neighbors were very friendly. It was quiet. Close to restaurants and stores. Hiking in Giant City State Park. Best was it was 'pet friendly'! We saw the Northern lights!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, well stocked cabin. There were complimentary snacks and coffee provided. Plenty of towels, linens, pillows, dishes, everything we needed. No stovetop, but the grill on the porch had a side burner that we used for cooking. Any issue or question that we had was promptly responded to by the host. We visited Giant City state park and went ziplining while in the area. Thanks for a nice spring break visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica L.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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