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Spacious Cabin with Beautiful Sunsets in the Heart of Hiking and Wine Country

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Kitchen area
Outside view of porch and main entrance
Bedroom with king bed
Private dock
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Goreville, IL
  • Place, Lake of Egypt
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Goreville City Hall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ferne Clyffe State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living area

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Cabin with Beautiful Sunsets in the Heart of Hiking and Wine Country

Escape to the tranquil beauty of Lake of Egypt! This property is a perfect landing for those seeking a relaxing retreat just minutes from the Shawnee National Forest & local wineries. You’ll be surrounded by stunning scenery & endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Our spacious one-bedroom rental features a king bed & a full-sized pullout, making it the perfect size for a romantic getaway or a small family vacation. The full kitchen is equipped with everything you need to cook up delicious meals, & the covered porch provides the perfect spot for enjoying breakfast with a view. Step outside & follow the path to the lake, where you’ll have access to your own private dock for boating & swimming. In the evenings, gather around the fire pit for s’mores and stargazing while watching the twinkling glow of the fireflies. Located 4 miles from I-57 & I-24. Comfortable for up to 4 people.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2455740vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit

About the area

Goreville

Located in Goreville, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Blue Sky Vineyards and Kokopelli Golf Club 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 Ferne Clyffe State Park. Marion Cultural and Civic Center and Williamson County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Goreville, IL

What's nearby

  • Lake of Egypt - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Goreville City Hall - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Goreville City Park - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Ferne Clyffe Lake - 11 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 38 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Acee's Neighborhood Market & Deli - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Macks Marina - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cross-Eyed Bear - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Triple E BBQ at Lake of Egypt - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Cabin with Beautiful Sunsets in the Heart of Hiking and Wine Country pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spacious Cabin with Beautiful Sunsets in the Heart of Hiking and Wine Country?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Cabin with Beautiful Sunsets in the Heart of Hiking and Wine Country?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Cabin with Beautiful Sunsets in the Heart of Hiking and Wine Country?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Cabin with Beautiful Sunsets in the Heart of Hiking and Wine Country located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Shawnee National Forest and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lake of Egypt. Goreville City Hall and Goreville City Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cozy cabin was perfect for our little getaway of 3 adults. It was very comfortable & well stocked in a beautiful, peaceful setting. The lake & boat dock area were nice and might be a bit of a hike for some. The cabin is centrally located to all parts of Shawnee National Forest attractions. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Levi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Clean and nice but expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We wanted to visit this area of IL for our 36th anniversary. The cottage is in such a beautiful location, very scenic views that we loved waking up to in the mornings. Everything was clean and cozy and comfortable, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for such a spot. It was a very nice place to come back to after a day at Giant City State Park, and finding various area restaurants with great BBQ.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar, 2026
Thank you for being such a wonderful guest and for your thoughtful review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This stay met all our needs. It was a very comfortable stay. The host was kind and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2025
We appreciate guests like you and your family. Thank you for choosing to stay at the cabin during your visit to southern Illinois.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the stay! Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice people. This place looks like it was opened the day we came for the first time .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov, 2025
Thank you for staying at the cabin and treating it as yours. You left it sparkling! We hope you come back in the near future!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our hosts communicated with us before our visit and provided great information and reviews about area activities and restaurants in the cabin when we arrived. The cabin was nicely decorated, clean, and included everything we needed in the kitchen. The porch provided a peaceful place to sit and watch the wildlife and sunsets. We look forward to returning again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay!

Beautiful and hosts went above and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2025
Thank you for choosing us for your special celebration!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael R.

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

Country cabin

It was a cozy place and was in the country.We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2025
Thank you for choosing our property and for your message during your stay, mentioning that the place was beautiful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2025
You all are amazing guests! The cabin was left spotless!! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeff G.

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

Great stay

Two nights of peace and quiet in country.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is located close to plenty of antique shops and two beautiful state parks as well, yet secluded from any traffic after a day of adventuring. A super clean and comfortable place with modern amenities and charmingly decorated. While relaxing on the front porch, we saw deer, turkey, bluebirds, and even a fox. It was a great place to wind down for a few days. Denise made sure we had everything we needed.
Breakfast spot perfect for wildlife and bluebird viewing on the front porch.
Open field beyond fence where deer gather in the mornings and evenings.
Living room with two recliners, sleeper sofa, cozy fireplace, and ROKU-equipped tv.
Entry from front porch
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
Thank you for the lovely review and pictures of the property! Please come visit us again! Such wonderful guests!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary K M.

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

Perfect cabin

This place is really a gem in SoIL. We loved everything about it-very well appointed in a beautiful setting. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2025
Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super clean and comfortable setting. About 30 minutes away from Garden of Gods and Giant City State Parks. Owners gave goods recommendations for local spots. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect! Cute, clean cabin, very well stocked and sweet little extras like frosted mugs in the freezer. Hosts are very responsive and kind. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2025
Thank you! We enjoyed hosting you all!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time on Crews Mountain during our visit to the Shawnee National Forest! The cabin has a great location in near the center of the park and is better than shown in the photos. It is an accessory dwelling on a well-landscaped property that has an in ground pool and a lake with swimming dock. The cabin was fully stocked with everything we needed. We saw lots of wild life, such as a fox, turkeys, geese, toads, and a hawk. We had a lovely visit and would certainly visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This cabin was super clean and up to date! It has everything you need for a nice getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Nice little getaway!

The cabin was very clean and charming!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Very Peaceful quite stay

So much nicer than staying in a hotel, I will be back, plenty of room to stretch out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2022
Thank you for staying at the cabin! We would love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

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

Great spring weekend in south Illinois

We had a great stay. Property was clean and very comfortable. Enjoyed touring the wineries in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte W.

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

Great stay!

Very comfortable and clean space, hospitable hosts (who greeted us even though we had a late arrival), timely responses to questions, and we had everything we needed (and then some). It was a great place to relax and rejuvenate!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2023
Thank you for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

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

Great place to stay!

Everything about this stay was wonderful. Check-in, communication with the hosts, the cleanliness of the place, everything. There is quick access to the lake, to a state park, and to highways, and the place is surrounded by acres of woods and fields.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Perfect!

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was so spacious, clean, adorably decorated, had everything we needed and more. The location was perfect for day trips to Garden of the Gods, Paducah and excellent antiquing. We enjoyed walks around the property in the evening and dinner at several locations recommended by Denise. We hope to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2025
Wonderful guests! Thank you for allowing us to host your stay in southern Illinois.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janette L.

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

Beautiful home

This home was very clean and beautifully decorated. We felt very welcomed by the hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2024
Thank you! We appreciate you choosing the cabin for your getaway.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

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

Anniversary Getaway!

My husband & I had such a relaxing time! Such a beautiful property! If you are looking for a place that is quiet & peaceful then this is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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