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Hilltop Retreat, a modernly-rustic getaway!
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom #1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom #1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom #2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Hilltop Retreat, a modernly-rustic getaway!
At the top of the Shawnee Wine Trail, amidst the Shawnee National Forest, and tucked away in the country, is your next comfortable get-away from home. Located off the scenic highway, South 127, our newly renovated house atop Hillbilly Hill Trail, has everything you and up to 9 others would need in a guest home. Relax at the fire-pit in the private back yard with an uninhibited view of the sky, pasture, and private lake. Just pack a bag of clothes, your favorite food and drink, and come on over!
Hilltop Retreat
This house provides everything 1 person or 10 people would need for a get-away from home.
This vacation home has 3 bedrooms, each equipped with a queen bed and full closet, 2 full bathrooms, 2 separate living rooms each with their own large, flat-screen TV, a futon and sectional couch, a large kitchen that is stocked with all the utensils you should need to cook or grill, 2 spacious porches, and a 2-car garage. For parties of 8 or more people, a full-size air mattress will also be provided.
Wi-Fi is now available at this home! T-mobile is the carrier, and the username/password details are printed out inside the home. DVD's are also provided for your enjoyment.
Explore what Murphysboro and the rest of Southern Illinois has to offer while you're here. With South Highway 127 less than one mile to the east of this home, and Hickory Ridge Road less than one mile to the west, you are at the ideal location to see it all. Within 10 miles, numerous hiking trails, cliffs, and waterfalls can be found that change with every season. Being at the top of the wine trail, four wineries are located within this short distance, as well as a variety of unique and tasty restaurants, and so much more. BBQ and Beer fan? Visit Murphysboro! Carbondale and SIU are also a short drive from this home.
Hilltop Retreat
This house provides everything 1 person or 10 people would need for a get-away from home.
This vacation home has 3 bedrooms, each equipped with a queen bed and full closet, 2 full bathrooms, 2 separate living rooms each with their own large, flat-screen TV, a futon and sectional couch, a large kitchen that is stocked with all the utensils you should need to cook or grill, 2 spacious porches, and a 2-car garage. For parties of 8 or more people, a full-size air mattress will also be provided.
Wi-Fi is now available at this home! T-mobile is the carrier, and the username/password details are printed out inside the home. DVD's are also provided for your enjoyment.
Explore what Murphysboro and the rest of Southern Illinois has to offer while you're here. With South Highway 127 less than one mile to the east of this home, and Hickory Ridge Road less than one mile to the west, you are at the ideal location to see it all. Within 10 miles, numerous hiking trails, cliffs, and waterfalls can be found that change with every season. Being at the top of the wine trail, four wineries are located within this short distance, as well as a variety of unique and tasty restaurants, and so much more. BBQ and Beer fan? Visit Murphysboro! Carbondale and SIU are also a short drive from this home.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
Murphysboro
Located in Murphysboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Kite Hill Vineyards and Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center 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 Mississippi River. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Murphysboro, IL
What's nearby
- Town Square - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
- General John A. Logan Museum - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
- Saint Joseph Memorial Hospital - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
- Sallie Logan Public Library - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
- Lake Murphysboro State Park - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Circle K - 10 min drive
- Casey's - 11 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
- The Corner Tavern - 12 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erik P.
29 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erik P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
DOUG B.
21 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
DOUG B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rianne G.
30 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas Trip
Rianne G.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa B.
29 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Lisa B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sheri B.
8 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for our needs!
Sheri B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynn K.
14 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SIU Law graduation
Lynn K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
J Kitt L.
2 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Weekend
J Kitt L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Lance M.
12 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
November wine trail trip
Lance M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa B.
27 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and relaxing
Vanessa B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Deb C.
1 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lotta Room and Everything You Need
Deb C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas W.
30 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birding Blitz stayover
Nicholas W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Deb B.
15 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Time but No AC last night/morning
Deb B.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Donna B.
15 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roomy, comfortable, quiet.
Donna B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Crystal S.
6 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home, nice layout, nice fire pit.
Crystal S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
DOUG B.
12 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
DOUG B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marketta V.
20 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd Stay - Still Wonderful
Marketta V.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay S.
6 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Lindsay S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brenda O.
22 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
69th bday
Brenda O.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Derek M.
3 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SIU Football 🏈
Derek M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nancy R.
10 Apr, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get alway
Nancy R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael L.
3 Apr, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend get away
Michael L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ben Z.
24 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleased
Ben Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
William W.
2 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
William W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marketta V.
14 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Quiet Getaway!!!
Marketta V.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
About the host
Hosted by Ashley Youngberg
Ashley is a registered nurse who enjoys managing rental properties and doing DIY projects in her spare time.
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