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Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.

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A wooden cabin with large windows, a deck, and string lights.
A wooden cabin with large windows and string lights, surrounded by trees.
A rustic wooden interior with a large table, a coffee maker, and a sign reading "LAKE".
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a hanging light fixture.
A spacious room with high ceilings, large windows, a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden table, and a bench.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Pickleball on-site
    A rare find — enjoy pickleball without leaving the property.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Sara
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Effingham, IL
  • Place, Lake Sara
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Effingham Performance Center
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Shelbyville
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area

About this property

Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.

Vacation Rental Amenities: Our lake house is a year round cottage that includes heaand central air-conditioning. The cottage is a 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom open concept with huge vaulted ceilings and picturesque windows to capture the scenic lake views. The bedrooms accommodate 6.

-2 bedrooms & 1 loft bedroom (sleeping a total of 6)
-Queen size Sofa-bed in living room (sleeps 2)
-Queen size air mattress
-All Beds include pillows, sheets, and blankets
-Towels & Beach towels provided
-2 Hair dryers in both bathrooms
-Baby gate, pack & play, high chair, & baby walker available
-4 person raft & paddle board
-Full size washer and dryer
-Fully equipped Kitchen includes: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, crock pot, blender, air fryer, coffee pot, pots & pans, dishes and kitchen utensils
-Firewood provided for outside camp fires
-Outdoor table & chairs & 2 rocking chairs
-Charcoal & Gas Grill
-Board games & puzzles

Details & Things to Do/Attractions: Lake Sara is an 800-acre lake located 4 miles west of the city of Effingham. Lake Sara's attractions include 2 marinas, 1 restaurants: PInky's, 1 bar- Rusty Reel, an ice cream truck, bait shop, and public beach. The public beach includes 2 playgrounds, along with 4 pickle ball courts, a ninja challenge course, weight and cardio exercise machines, beach volleyball court, a quarter-mile walking trail, disc golf courses, bocce ball court, and an All Access fishing dock. The lake offers boating, fishing, swimming, water sports, kayaking, & paddle boarding. Pontoon rentals available both at the marinas and online. Other recreational activities in the area include hiking, biking, golf, hunting, and sledding. The downtown area of Effingham is filled with unique shops & boutiques, local restaurants and cafes.

Area Attractions near Lake Sara:
-Pinky's (Lake-side)
-Rusty Reel Bar (Lake-side)
-Local restaurants & cafes
-Wineries
-Historic downtown Effingham
-Local festivals & seasonal farmers markets
-Grocery stores
-Ice cream shops
-Liquor stores
-Golf courses
- Theaters

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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
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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
Refrain from using the indoor fireplace

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3433714vb
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Effingham

Located in Effingham, this cottage is on the waterfront. Ballard Nature Center and Lake Sara reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bliss Park and Effingham County Fairgrounds. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Effingham, IL

What's nearby

  • Lake Sara - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cardinal Golf Course - 13 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Effingham Performance Center - 20 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Effingham County Courthouse - 22 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Lake Shelbyville - 52 min drive - 60.7 km

Getting around

  • Effingham Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Niemerg's Steakhouse - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.?

As of 30 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants. on 7 Sept, 2026 start from S$1,839, 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 Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants. located?

This family-friendly Effingham cottage is located on the waterfront, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Sara, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bliss Park and Village Square Mall. Ballard Nature Center and Cardinal Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Clint & Erica Schilling

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