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Cabin w/ Private Beach 1 mi from Carbondale, IL and SIU Tesla charger at cabin

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Exterior
Spacious luxury cabin with 4 bedrooms with all sand beach on private pond.
Guests enjoying the private pond and beach.
Blacktop drive down lane in fall.
living room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Other (See Description)

+2
2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 3 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

First floor

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Lower level

Toilet · Shower only

Master bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Cabin w/ Private Beach 1 mi from Carbondale, IL and SIU Tesla charger at cabin

TESLA CHARGING STATION ON THE PROPERTY. Cabin with four private bedrooms on 30 wooded acres. Full kitchen, dinning table, washer and dryer, vintage pinball machines, and pool table. Three bathrooms. Knotty pine interior. Private sand beach on 1.5 acre pond. Elevated wood deck with patio seating. Canoe available for catch and release fishing or fish from 27 foot 10' wide dock. Cabin located on 30 wooded acres with blacktop drive and ample parking. There is a fire pit on the beach. wood available for an extra fee. Pets allowed for an extra fee. Wheelchair accessible. check our website out for details. NO WIFI, only local channels on TV. CHECK IN AT 4:00 pm CHECK OUT AT 11:00 am weekends must be booked together or a different rate for one day will be required. ALL HOLIDAYS AND SIU EVENTS REQUIRE A 3 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY. Fees are set for 10 persons there is a $20 per night per person addition fee for over 10 occupants If you have any concerns please CONTACT ME PERSONALLY so I can address them. If you are going to use the zip line Please talk to me so I can go over it's use. There is an extra charge for large groups (family gatherings) etc. I must be made aware of this and there will be an extra charge depending on the number of persons in your group. fees for large gatherings will be determined between myself and my guests. cabin entrance is by a key. please call a week before your reservation to verify and ask any questions.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

All chindren must be accompanied by an adult

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Events

Events allowed

Must be confirmed by owner

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Pets

Pets allowed

Contact owner

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Outside only

firewood $10 per day (night)

Important information

You need to know

Property # 426929vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are allowed on site
Note from host: must be confirmed by owner
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

Carbondale

Located in Carbondale, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Giant City State Park and Lake Murphysboro State Park, while African American Museum of Southern Illinois and General John A. Logan Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider The Science Center, or check out an event or a game at Banterra Center. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and rock climbing nearby.
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Map
Carbondale, IL

What's nearby

  • Southern Illinois University - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Giant City State Park - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 29 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 32 min drive - 44.7 km
  • Century Casino & Hotel Cape Girardeau - 57 min drive - 89.9 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 5 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lentz Dining Hall - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Quatro's Deep Pan Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin w/ Private Beach 1 mi from Carbondale, IL and SIU Tesla charger at cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cabin w/ Private Beach 1 mi from Carbondale, IL and SIU Tesla charger at cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin w/ Private Beach 1 mi from Carbondale, IL and SIU Tesla charger at cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin w/ Private Beach 1 mi from Carbondale, IL and SIU Tesla charger at cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin w/ Private Beach 1 mi from Carbondale, IL and SIU Tesla charger at cabin located?

Nestled on the beach, this Carbondale holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Southern Illinois University, Shawnee National Forest and Banterra Center. Jeremy Rochman Memorial Park and Giant City State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 130 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Matt T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tom was super nice and accommodating. The cabin was beautiful with an equally nice setting
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to get away and have some fun!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2025
Thanks for the visit we will be here the next time you want to come to Southern Illinois. Tom and Martha
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

Charming

We had a great stay and lots of fun! The host was very helpful. The location and activities on site were perfect for a fun stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place for a large group.

Very beautiful view and just a short distance from the college, shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

Gem!!

Loved it!!! Thanks Tom-the aviation crew
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A B.

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

good place to stay

This was about 6-7 min drive from the strip. Good place to stay for our group of 9.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

William W.

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

Great place

Had an awesome stay at the cabin. Pond was awesome. Recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gracie B.

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

Awesome

Cabin looks much bigger in person!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

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

Great place

It was a nice trip. Unfortunately I didn't get to spend much time there due to one of my sons having car trouble. I would stay again though.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2024
Dave was an excellent guest and will be welcomed back anytime
Verified

8/10 Good

glenna j.

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

Good

Had a good stay weather was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Love this place

I have stayed here many times over the last 10 years. The pond in the back is great for swimming, fishing, and canoeing. The back deck overlooks it so you never really feel like you’re disconnected from the rest of the group. I hope to be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecka B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Nice

It was breath taking with the pond the private beach and everything. Will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederick T.

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

Family reunion

The property was perfect for our family. We had a great time. Tom is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Liz B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Decent stay but needs TLC done

Overall a pretty decent stay. Would have been better if the moment we got there the porch didn't have piles of clothes on it and the master bedroom didn't leak when it rained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cassie C.

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

Friends Weekend - Visiting the Wine Trails

This house was perfect for our trip. It is remote, so we weren't worried about playing music on the beautiful deck when we got home after an afternoon of enjoying the Southern Illinois Wine Trail. There were 10 of us total, and everyone reported that the beds were comfy and the bathrooms were clean. I would definitely stay at this location again. The house is beautiful and the scenery even more so.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great time

Very nice family weekend. Had a great time kids and grandkids. Tom the owner very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
The Mills group were great guests and will be welcomed back anytime
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda S.

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

The perfect location for a family reunion

We had 12 people ages 1-73 and everyone had a great time. The highlight of the property i the private pond and beach. Canoes and a paddle boat are there and we brought lots of floats. The fishing was also good. The game room downstairs was also a hit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

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

Girls Trip

Nice and quiet place to stay that felt far enough away/ secluded but also convenient to anything we needed. Quick trip to the wine trails. We all enjoyed our weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Victoria was an excellent guest and will be welcomed back anytime
Verified

8/10 Good

Jamie R.

Liked: Communication, location

Friends getaway

Had a great time at the pond, with the dock and Zipline. Kids had a great time! Was a really great space for all of us friends who have kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thanks for the review you are welcome back anytime tom and martha
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

S Goddard

Liked the beach and the laundry access on every floor
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice weekend getaway!

Tom’s cabin is perfect for a group of friends. The grill is great to cook on and there are enough bathrooms for a larger group. The beach is fun to relax on and have a nighttime bonfire. It’s not the most updated or modern, but it has good bones. Overall we would recommend for a friends getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Josh J.

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

Wonderful vacation

Stayed here for 5 days and we didn't have any issues. Tom was very easy to contact if needed and came out promptly to adjust the zipline when asked. He gave some great recommendations for local restaurants as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Quick getaway

Went to pick up our daughter from SIU and enjoyed the water and private beach. Kids had fun on the zip line and our dogged loved playing in the water.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Amanda was an excellent guest and will be welcomed back anyitme
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

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

Great time

We were in the area for a wedding and needed a place that could hold a medium sized group of people. This place did not disappoint! Tom was great with communication and was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily S.

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

Family wine trip

Great site for our family wine trip. Convenient check in. The turn off for the cabin wasn't marked and quarters are needed for the games in the basement. Note, that it's right across the road from a track and trains went by twice (day and night) while we were there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by TOM EGERT

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Tom is a retired special needs teacher, and still runs a small rag company and a vintage clothing store in Carbondale, Il .

Why they chose this property

Property is on 30 wooded acres 1/2 mile from city limits, 1 mile from Southern Illinois University campus. No thru-traffic and very private wooded grounds. this property is in the country and there are various animals (squirrels possum raccoon snakes ) and bugs. there is poison ivy and oak in the woods on the property. If you walk off into the woods take precautions. Please contact me personally for any concerns you have so I can address them

What makes this property unique

A 3 NIGHT STAY IS REQUIRED FOR ALL HOLIDAYS AND SIU EVENTS. Our cabin offers a ramp to the porch and wide doors for wheelchair accessibility. There are hand bars in the bathroom and bedroom with a lift chair. This cabin offers fishing , swimming on a private beach on the pond, canoeing, and other outdoor games. There is a fire pit with wood available for an extra fee. Inside there are 3 vintage pinball machines, a standard pool table. charcoal grill available. Gas grill available at your request. recycling is mandatory, . There is a zip line at the beach you must talk to me before using it for safety reasons. Please contact me personally for any concerns you have so I can address them

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