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1 BR Hot Tub Cabin- Closest Cabins to Garden of the Gods-Shawnee National Forest

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Cabin 5 Exterior
Hot Tub with Outdoor Fire Pit
Relax in the hot tub after a long day of hiking!
Living area
Full Kitchen with Living Area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Herod, IL
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Trailhead
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Cave in Rock State Park
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Family Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

1 BR Hot Tub Cabin- Closest Cabins to Garden of the Gods-Shawnee National Forest

Cabin 5 at Shawnee Forest Cabins: The closest cabins to the God of the Gods at the Shawnee National Forest in Herod, IL. Our one-bedroom hot tub cabins are perfect for a romantic couple's getaway or for small families. This one-bedroom cabin has a private hot tub, a fireplace, WiFi, satellite TV, an EV charger, a full kitchen for simple cooking, a queen-size bed, and a leather queen-size sleeper sofa, which is ideal for up to two children.
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Cabin 1 Exterior
1 BR Hot Tub Cabin- Closest Cabins to Garden of the Gods-Shawnee National Forest
Herod
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
1 BR Hot Tub Cabin- Closest Cabins to Garden of the Gods-Shawnee National Forest

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed
Pet Policy: Dogs are permitted in designated cabin
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Renter Agreement must be signed and a security deposit hold of up to $150 is also required in case of any damage.
Pets are allowed in designated cabins only with applicable fees.
Any and all types of smoking (cigarettes, vaping, or cannabis) are prohibited inside the cabins. A $250 deep cleaning fee will be charged for smoking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3837537vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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 deadlock

About the area

Equality

Equality is home to this cabin. Shawnee Hills Country Club and Ross Cottom Lanes are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Garden of the Gods Recreation Area and Shawnee National Forest. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking and hunting.
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Herod, IL

What's nearby

  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cave in Rock State Park - 38 min drive - 45.0 km
  • Dixon Springs State Park - 44 min drive - 61.3 km
  • Tunnel Hill State Trail - 60 min drive - 88.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Square Pub - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Gap - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Trails End Restaurant - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 BR Hot Tub Cabin- Closest Cabins to Garden of the Gods-Shawnee National Forest pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 BR Hot Tub Cabin- Closest Cabins to Garden of the Gods-Shawnee National Forest?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 BR Hot Tub Cabin- Closest Cabins to Garden of the Gods-Shawnee National Forest on 5 Aug 2026 start from £168, 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 at 1 BR Hot Tub Cabin- Closest Cabins to Garden of the Gods-Shawnee National Forest?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1 BR Hot Tub Cabin- Closest Cabins to Garden of the Gods-Shawnee National Forest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 BR Hot Tub Cabin- Closest Cabins to Garden of the Gods-Shawnee National Forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1 BR Hot Tub Cabin- Closest Cabins to Garden of the Gods-Shawnee National Forest located?

Situated in Equality, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Garden of the Gods Recreation Area and Garden of the Gods Trailhead. Shawnee National Forest is just steps away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

jillian h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to Garden of the Gods. Everything is as stated in the listing, cabin was clean, and great communication from the property owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Nice cabin, easy process

Lots of good info and easy check-in/out. Nice cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Perfect getaway

Second time staying here. We love how close you are to all kinds of hiking trails, and being able to come back after a long day of hiking and relax in the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pam S.

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

Great hot tub and location

We loved the fact that we could sit in the hot tub and watch the rain come down. And the cabins couldn’t be much closer to Garden of the Gods!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Wonderful Getaway

It was a beautiful stay and the hosts were very communicative. It was private and felt secluded. Great location for multiple different hikes. 10/10 would recommend and would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anne m.

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

Very good!

The little cabin had everything we needed. The bed was super comfy, night reading lights (very important), nice hot tub and a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Checkin was no hassle and the cabin was close to all of the trails we wanted to hike. Nearest grocery store is about 30 minutes away so it is recommended to bring essentials with you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

angela c.

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

Shawnee cabin in the woods

Love this place!!! So glad we discovered these beautiful cabins in the Shawnee Forrest!!! They are as described, very well taken care of, love the ease of check in!!! Host was a pleasure to work with, accommodated all our needs!! Will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie and Steve S.

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

Beautiful, nicely located, and well-equipped cabin!

Beautiful, nicely located, and well-equipped cabin! Very clean and easy to access. Our only issue was with the European hornets when using the hot tub at night. They were not aggressive, but really liked the light.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Denise

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Was Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Turn and Burn

Wife and I decided last minute to take a quick trip to see the Garden of the Gods and to just simply get away. We found this beautiful place and have been talking about it since we left. Clean (most important) and simple. Enjoyed the fire pit and the hot tub, but most importantly the privacy. I’d recommend it to anyone, hands down A+.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First trip to Shawnee for our anniversary and we chose this cabin because of it’s location and were very pleased. Super close to garden of the gods which is great. Easy to find and check in, host checked in with us multiple times to make sure all was good, nice clean cabin! Our only complaint was that the neighboring 8 cabins were pretty close so it wasn’t the most private, but it also gives you a little area to walk around which is nice. And when we went to use the hot tub after our day of hiking, it wasn’t hot yet and took a while to heat up- which is totally not the hosts fault- just more of a heads up to future guests to check the temp because we forgot to as soon as we got there! We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

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Why they chose this property

The Shawnee Forest Cabins are the perfect cabins for any getaway trip to the Shawnee National Forest. The cabins are the closest cabins to one of the most photographed locations in the state, The Garden of the Gods, and are just down the road from the Rim Rock Hiking and Pounds Hollow Recreational and Swimming areas. The cabins offer many of the comforts found at home, such as high-speed internet access, an EV charger, smart and satellite televisions, full kitchens and baths, and luxuries such as air conditioning, fireplaces, and hot tubs. Guests who are looking to relax, hike, bike, photograph, hunt, or horseback ride and just want to get away make the Shawnee Forest Cabins their first choice when visiting the Shawnee National Forest. Discover for yourself why the Shawnee Forest Cabins are one of the most popular cabins in Southern Illinois, with over 800 5-star positive reviews on multiple platforms.

What makes this property unique

Experience the allure of the Shawnee National Forest and indulge in the ultimate retreat at our exclusive cabins. Nestled in Southern Illinois, our pristine accommodations offer unrivaled proximity to the enchanting Garden of the Gods, Pounds Hollow and Rim Rock. Unparalleled in popularity, Shawnee Forest Cabins stand as the top choice for visitors seeking an unforgettable stay in this scenic region. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors as you unwind in our invigorating hot tubs, a perfect way to rejuvenate after a day of exploring the breathtaking wilderness.

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