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Paddle Boards for Water + Near Hiking & Wineries

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Exterior
Golf
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4565 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Marion, IL
  • Lake of Egypt
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Marion Cultural and Civic Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Loft Bed

1 Queen Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Paddle Boards for Water + Near Hiking & Wineries

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
1 Queen in bedroom
1 Queen in the loft (sleeping room only)

AMENITY HIGHLIGHTS:
Full-sized, fully furnished kitchen (no dishwasher)
Smart TVs with complimentary Netflix
Complimentary WIFI

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK:
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
An off-site rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: Pets must be reported prior to arrival. $50/pet; per stay. Max 2; dogs only. If unreported, you will be subject to pet fee plus $50 unreported pet fee.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
Guests not staying overnight are welcomed. Loud, disruptive parties are not.
BYO Beach Towels: There is a pond/beach area on site. We only provide bath towels.
A total of 3 cabins and a 1.5-acre pond sit on 5 acres behind our home estate, separated by a privacy fence.
Our Golden Retriever, Kevin, occasionally greet guests.
Live music plays on weekends at the local bait store, Just Add Water, and Pyramid Acres Marina during lake season- it carries across the field to the cabins.

Property manager

Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Outdoor space
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking of any kind (including cigarettes, cigars,
Rental agreement must be signed within 48 hours of booking or the reservation will be cancelled.
This includes an ID upload to prevent identity fraud.
Absolutely no smoking of any kind indoors including but not limited to all tobacco products and marijuana. $100 charge for smoke odor.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marion

Located in Marion, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Kokopelli Golf Club and Blue Sky Vineyards 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 Ferne Clyffe State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marion, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 17 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge - 19 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 40 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Route 166 Treats - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Katy-Lynn Winery and Distillery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Big Blues Que - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paddle Boards for Water + Near Hiking & Wineries pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Paddle Boards for Water + Near Hiking & Wineries?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paddle Boards for Water + Near Hiking & Wineries?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paddle Boards for Water + Near Hiking & Wineries located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. Marion Carnegie Library and Williamson County Historical Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

See you in the fall!

This is my 3rd time staying in this exact same cabin. I lived in the area years ago and this cabin is located exactly in the middle of everywhere I like to go. The host, Allison, is wonderful. Always a pleasure. Hope to be back this fall!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Such an awesome little short trip stay!

We LOVED this little cabin. We had a work trip to check out local wineries for the restaurant and this place was just amazing. The details, to the small finishes were exceptional. I didn’t think to even pack coffee (my bad) but they had us covered from grounds to creamer and it saved my life. Kevin (the dog) is such a bright spot to the experience. I took more pics of him than anything else as he fished in the pond. The owners really do make tiny details stand out and we will definitely be back and bring friends! Nothing but good vibes from our stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

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

Guys fishing trip

Well very kept cute cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Small cabin on a pond

Quaint little cabin on a pond. We only stayed 1 nigh5 but would gave stayed longer. Cabin was as described. Alison was very accomodating. I absolutely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Greg T.

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

Quite getaway

Place was smaller than expected but very cozy. Great place for a small family with kids that could sleep in a loft and enjoy the fishing during spring, summer and fall. Could use some more cookware, like a cookie sheet and 9x13 pan and more glasses. Only 2 juice and one large glass. During our stay the WiFi was cut by owner during a dig near their house, it was out most of our stay. Bought a CD player and movies since it was during snowy cold weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen w.

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

Nice place

Quiet, love it, enjoyed meeting the setter. I was sitting having coffee on the back deck when the dog came up and greeted itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Veterans day getaway

We went to antique stores, followed the wine trail and ate at restaurants. When we were done each day we came back to a cozy cabin. I walked around the lake or sat on the covered porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla A.

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

Teal Micro Cabin

Nice, remote, but within a short distance to many attractions! The cabin was very clean, spacious, scenic, and peaceful! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

We love it

My wife and I have a son at SIU and we visit the area a few times a year. We've always stayed in a hotel but not anymore. We'll always stay at this cabin from now on. It was so peaceful and away from the hustle and bustle, yet just a short drive in the country to SIU. The cabin is clean, well stocked with everything you could need and we'll enjoyed the sunsets by the pond. We highly recommend this property. The owners were also easy to communicate with and made sure to check in with us before we arrived. We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent L.

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

STAY WITH CONFIDENCE!!!!

We travelled 12 hours and booked for 8 days. Arrived at 2:00am and loved the look/feel of the place. Unpacked quick and jumped into bed. The mattress was ok but older and my wife and I kept settling into the middle. Woke the next morning talked with them about it. Mike checked things out while my wife and I hiked for the day. We came back to a brand new box spring and mattress. I can’t say enough about the atmosphere and the service.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

timothy m.

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

Almost Heaven.

We have a cabin in UP Michigan and love the peaceful atmosphere you get so this was a great option for us. Could use a bit more towel bars and hooks and small platforms when you undress in bedrooms but otherwise was fully functional with all conveniences you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

Liked: Communication, location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen J.

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

Hiking Getaway

Beautiful cabin, very clean and super easy to find! Definitely recommend and want to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

venny z.

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

So quiet, so lovely

My husband and I stayed here for a couple of nights on our travels. The mini-cabin is perfect for a coupe or small family. Easy to get to Marion and Crab Orchard is a must see destination. The pond on the property is a nice addition and brings in so many birds and deer. Thanks for the nice mini-vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cabin

Very charming cabin in a peaceful, secluded area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Peaceful and Clean

Loved it! Very clean and cozy cabin, and the pond and fire pit in the back were great for us and the kids.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Dam Near Lake of Egypt

Damn near perfect. Only issue is I mistakenly checked into the wrong cabin. It was dark and cold, however.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

william p.

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

Great stay

Nothing bad here, great place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody S. W.

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

Perfect getaway

What a great way to spend time away. Close enough to wineries and Fern Clyffe State Park. The Teal Door cabin was so comfortable. The campfire was very nice too. Our host was amazing and I will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

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

Nice and Cozy Place

Very clean with nearly everything one would need. Free firewood for our evening fires was an unexpected plus. The owners were super friendly. My only complaint would be the proximity to a soybean field. We happened to show up when they were being harvested (late Sept) and the harvesting went on until 8:00 in the evening. This created a lot of dust. If you have allergies or COPD, you may want to inquire. There is no way the owners could have known when the field was being harvested and was very apologetic. It only went on for the one evening. Everything else was very nice and I would recommend this place to anyone. Oh yes, the chickens are quite friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

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

Excellent place to stay to explore shawnee national forest

Clean quiet and prett location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

Perfect for a visit to SIU

Our stay was short and sweet. We came to visit SIU, arrived late & were up & out early the next morning but the place was perfect for our needs. Next time we’ll stay longer. Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

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

Amazing experience

Relaxation at it's best! This is a must do. We would definitely return. The mattress was a little uncomfortable and our only issue but, everybody is different. We have told all of our family and friends this is a must do.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Needed Get Away

Relaxing environment
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

Fantastic

Beautiful and quiet. You would never know there are two other rental properties close by. They allow dogs too! My partner and I had the most relaxing evening using the paddle boards on the little lake in back. This place is a gem and I will provide my highest recommendation to others looking for a weekend get-a-way!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals

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This property is managed by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals, a veteran-owned, woman-owned business. Allison, owner of SIVR, is an SIUC alumni and has a deep love for the hospitality industry and showcasing beautiful southern Illinois.

Why they chose this property

We started our hosting journey with a 50 ft. motor yacht on Kentucky Lake in 2016. We chartered the yacht and offered a novel nightly stay to Kentucky Lake guests. Although we loved the experience, we felt that there was a way to offer a great experience in a more logistically favorable way. In 2017, we broke ground on the back 5 acres of our property. We finished our first 2 cabins in 2018 and have since added a lake with a beach and a 3rd cabin. We have a 5-year vision for a "glamping" attraction that will feature 6 cabins, a lake, and a community building for small reunions, retreats, and celebrations.

What makes this property unique

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stay in a micro cabin or tiny house? Our cabins are considered "large" tiny homes at 560 square feet- making them fun, but very roomy and comfortable.

We love the modern appeal and we designed them with our young... and young at heart travelers in mind. They feature warm wood elements with soft white shiplap and plenty of natural light.

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English

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