Maple Oak Tree House by Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest

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A treehouse with a wooden deck, a hammock, and a picnic table.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a door with a 'Welcome' sign, and a view of autumn trees and a green field.
A cabin surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
A wooded area with a wooden bridge over a stream, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
A wooden attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, two octagonal windows, a bed with floral bedding, and a wooden railing around the bed.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Shawnee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free internet
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Elizabethtown, IL
  • Place, Shawnee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Cave in Rock State Park
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Loft Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden

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About the area

Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown is home to this cabin. Shawnee National Forest and Garden of the Gods Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ross Cottom Lanes and The Chocolate Factory. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.
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Elizabethtown, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 12 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 18 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Cave in Rock State Park - 33 min drive - 39.8 km
  • Dixon Springs State Park - 45 min drive - 63.4 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trails End Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Gap - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maple Oak Tree House by Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Maple Oak Tree House by Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest?

As of 7 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maple Oak Tree House by Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest on 1 Dec 2026 start from £265, 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.

What time is check-in at Maple Oak Tree House by Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maple Oak Tree House by Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Maple Oak Tree House by Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest located?

Situated in Elizabethtown, this cabin is steps from Shawnee National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Garden of the Gods Recreation Area and Rim Rock National Recreation Trailhead. Garden of the Gods Trailhead and Illinois Iron Furnace are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time, very friendly people. Only set back was not any food choices in the immediate area but that's not their fault.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2026
Thank you so much. I agree we definitely need some more restaurants in the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanks!

Thank you for a relaxing vacation! Easy check in and beautiful area. Our 12 year old beagle had fun too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2024
Thank you so much for staying with us Erin! We hope you'll return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Very relaxing. Enjoyed going to the garden of the gods trails and hiking. Host was very responsive and friendly. My pets had the best time and I think it’s so awesome that they allow them. Location is beautiful. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2026
Thank you so much! Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay we hope you'll come break soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It's a freaking tree house. Wonderful experience and a very cool place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying in this treehouse was so cool! It was clean, easy to find, and as comfortable as a tiny house in a tree could be. It was TINY though so I wouldn't stay there with more than 2 people (and be sure to pack light!) Its location is excellent. The space under the tree and the pavillion were nice areas to hang out in. We drove down the road to look at the Iron Furnace ajd went to the gift shop for ice cream each night.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us. So happy to hear you enjoyed the tree house and the area. We would love to host you again anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and cozy! Minimal hot water but not unexpected for a treehouse.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2026
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bucket list- check!

We loved staying in the tree house. We came with our twin 19 year old daughters and while it was small there was plenty of room and beds were very comfortable. I think the expectation should be camping with very dry, comfortable enclosure air conditioned, heated and indoor plumbing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thank you so much Kathryn. Happy to hear your family enjoyed the tree house. We would love to host you all again anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Treehouse

I loved the property. I would highly suggest a tankless water heater endless hot water supply more efficient and less space overall loved my stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2024
Thanks so much for staying with us Rien. We hope you'll return again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Quiet Getaway

We love staying in unique accommodations and this was one of those experiences! My family had a great time talking around the fire every night. The resort is so quiet and peaceful. The tree house has everything we needed. They have a fan upstairs to keep us cool at night. Somebody mentioned there’s no pots and pans, now they have everything we need to cook during our stay. Thank you for this wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us. So happy you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful Experience

The treehouse was exactly as described online. It was small of course but very functional. The resort was clean and quiet. Lots of things were provided including firewood. We enjoyed sitting among the trees in the evening around a fire. This is definitely a two person stay as it is small. Such a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2022
Thank you so much Christine!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy check-in, beautiful location

We loved staying at the treehouse! The staff were friendly and the host was very responsive. There was a t-storm warning in the area so we had concerns about safety but they were reassuring to us and said that should we feel unsafe they had alternative temporary accommodations available. Luckily the weather stayed nice so we didn't have to move around. They have basic kitchen stuff (dishes, eating and cooking utensils, knives) and a stove but bring a pot or pan if you plan on cooking inside too. The upstairs bedroom got a little hot but luckily we brought a box fan that we positioned on the bottom floor to blow air upwards that quickly cooled off the top beds. Even though it rained recently there weren't as many mosquitoes which was great. If you have kids or dogs there were many red poisonous mushrooms growing around the picnic area so just be careful. The only thing we wish they had was an EV charger or at least a 220- or 110-volt outlet next to the parking space so we can charge the car overnight. Being located near the main attractions is great, including the ferry you can take on the Ohio River to get to Kentucky and shop at the Amish stores. We plan on visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2021
Thank you for staying with us come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Review

Very cozy, very clean, would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb 2021
Thank you!
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