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Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest.

Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Shawnee National Forest

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Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 142300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Elizabethtown, IL
  • Place, Hardin County Court House
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cave in Rock State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Hall bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Hall bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Hall bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall bath

Master bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest.

Walnut Hill is a modern home that will sleep 12 -14 ppl. There are 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a large kitchen with seating for 4 at the Island and 10 at the dining room table. The kitchen is equipped with a full-size refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, toaster, coffee pot and all the dishes you'll need. We supply complimentary coffee, coffee filters, cream, sugar packets, salt, pepper, hand soap, dish soap, laundry pods, dishwasher pods, toilet paper, paper towels, campfire wood and camp chairs and of course, FREE high speed fiber optic WiFi (500 mps). There is a printer in the workstation but we DO NOT supply the paper. Please bring your own paper.
Walnut Hill is affordably priced based on number of people. If you are looking for a real country get a way where children can run outside without concern. This is the place for you.
Located just minutes from the famous Garden of the Gods Wilderness area, Pounds Hollow Lake and Rim Rock in the Shawnee National Forest, this little gem is right where you want to be.
There is a 15' x 30' game room with card table, fireplace (winter only; firewood is not supplied for the inside fireplace), large chalk board and high-speed fiber optic FREE Wi-Fi (50mps) and Dish TV with over 250 channels. There is also a laundry room with washer and dryer. This property sits on 100 private acres.
The base price is for 2 guests. Any more than 2 guests is $10 per night per guest extra.
We have been in the vacation rental business for 11 years and live across the street from Walnut hill. We are always available to our guests if needed.
Come see what all the fuss is about and go home with memories to last a lifetime!

*** Pets and Kids:***
We are a Pet and Kid Friendly rental. We allow up to two pets per unit for no additional charge, however, we do require a credit card to be on file in the event there is any damage to the unit or its furnishings. To remain a pet friendly rental, pets that are aggressive towards other dogs, cats or people, will NOT be allowed. Pet owners assume ALL liability for their pets. Aggressive animals will be asked to leave immediately.
All pets are required to be current on shots and must be protected with Flea and Tick medicine BEFORE you arrive. All pets must be crated if left unattended in the units. No exceptions please! For your convenience, we do rent crates of all sizes for $8 per visit (not per night) but it is BYOB (Bring Your Own Blanket). Please call us in advance if you will need a crate in your unit. Please note, we will automatically charge your credit card for any damages done to the units, furnishings, linens or towels.
PLEASE help us remain a pet friendly resort and just let us know if your pet had a bad day and accidentally chewed the towel or corner of the rug. We ask only that you reimburse us for the cost of the damaged item.
Even if your pet typically doesn't jump on the furniture, PLEASE bring thick blankets to cover the furniture with anyway! This goes a long way to helping the cleaning people get all the dog hair up before the next guests arrive. Thanks!
The unit is guaranteed to be ready by 4pm. If you plan to arrive early, you MUST CALL us in advance. We will make arrangements to get you in as soon as it is cleaned and ready for you. Please do not arrive earlier than 4pm without calling 1st.

We charge a $100 security deposit at time of check in that is fully refundable after check out as long as the house and hot tub are in good condition. If we have to drain the hot tub, we will keep the security deposit.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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: 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Shawnee National Forest and Cave in Rock State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Hogg Hollow Winery.
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Elizabethtown, IL

What's nearby

  • Hardin County Court House - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shawnee National Forest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cave in Rock State Park - 20 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 32 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 37 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪E-Town River Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Town & Country - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lucy's Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪e-town tap - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest. located?

Situated in Elizabethtown, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Hardin County Court House and Shawnee National Forest. Ohio River is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth

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In 2010 Marty & Elizabeth Canfarelli relocated to southern Illinois from the suburbs of Chicago. After a 25-year career building high rises in Chicago, Marty turned his attention to building something unique that would provide a venue for families and couples to make life long memories. In early 2012 they opened Timber Ridge Outpost & Cabins, A treehouse and log cabin resort in the heart of the Illinois Ozarks. In 2017 they opened The Garden of the Gods Outpost, an ice cream and gift store. In the fall of 2022 Marty & Elizabeth sold Timber Ridge and The Outpost but continue to rent their Walnut Hill home and their Prairie House homes thru VRBO and personal connections. When you stay at Walnut hill, you are in good hands with experienced hosts that know how to do it right.

Why they chose this property

For over 10 years your hosts, Marty and Elizabeth have hosted properties that are ranked #1 in our area on TripAdvisor with over 200 FIVE STAR reviews. We have been featured National Geographic book (2022) in Better Homes & Garden (2021), Washington Post (2021), Life & Style in southern Illinois (2016), Chicago magazine, AAA travel magazine, Midwest Traveler magazine, The Saturday Evening Post (August 2016), Chicago Parent Going Places magazine (2012 & 2014 & 2017), on Cruisin' Illinois with Julian Cruz (WGN-TV spring 2013) as well as a long list of various blogs, regional publications and more.

Come see what all the fuss is about and go home with memories to last a lifetime!

What makes this property unique

Enjoy wonderful sunrise and sunsets from the brand new 12' x 60' long covered back porch while overlooking the rolling hills of southern Illinois. Play a game of tether ball in the back yard. Relax in the hammocks or hang out around a campfire (firewood supplied). You are just minutes away from the famous Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock, Pounds Hollow Lake and more.

Unlike many vacation rental places, the owners, Marty and Elizabeth live across the street from Walnut Hill home and are available if you need anything during your stay.

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