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Boutique Lake-Side Home with Magical Views

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Best lot on the Lake!
Lake view of the home.
Entrance to the home.
View down at boat dock.
Veranda with the best view on the lake!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Effingham, IL
  • Place, Lake Sara
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardinal Golf Course
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Effingham Performance Center
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Boutique Lake-Side Home with Magical Views

Experience this Iconic Mid-Century Modern home with 200+ feet of stunning frontage and a mesmerizing 180-degree view. Step into this meticulous curation of high-end designer furnishings and international art that creates a plush, spa-like ambiance filled with love and unparalleled comfort.

Reserve this harmonious haven where luxury and nature blend seamlessly.

Search "ICONIC LAKE SARA HOME" on YouTube to view an amazing video of the home!

Inquire if interested in extending your stay.

The main floor living spaces include floor-to-ceiling windows looking out at 180-degree views of Lake Sara. The sliding patio doors allow guests to blur the line between indoor and outdoor spaces.

This floor includes the common areas: the living room, dining area, and kitchen. Two wings span from the common areas to create separate bedroom suites with full bathrooms. The North Wing of the house includes a luxurious King-sized bed, and the South Wing consists of a comfortable Queen-sized bed. Both bedrooms face the lake and have separate entrances from the veranda.

Downstairs, you will find the home theater, another living area, a retro-wet bar, a Finnish sauna, a full bath, and a third bedroom suite that accommodates a Queen-sized bed.

Contemporary art is displayed throughout the home, indoors and out. Please enjoy the space and its amenities; the property owner is available when assistance is needed using the grill, fireplace, sauna, etc.

Please be aware that lake homes require additional maintenance due to trees, humidity, and other natural elements. To ensure guests enjoy a top-tier space during their stay, occasional maintenance, landscaping, and upkeep may occur. Guests will be informed of any anticipated disruptions. Also, a cat resides in the home when guests are not present, though the space is thoroughly cleaned between stays.

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About the area

Effingham

Located in Effingham, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Cardinal Golf Course and Pepper's Ridge Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ballard Nature Center and Lake Sara. Bliss Park and Effingham County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Effingham, IL

What's nearby

  • Lake Sara - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cardinal Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Effingham Performance Center - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Mid America Motorworks, My Garage Museum - 15 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Lake Shelbyville - 44 min drive - 55.6 km

Getting around

  • Effingham Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Niemerg's Steakhouse - ‬15 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing 70's era floorplan with unbeatable views of the lake!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May, 2026
Keith and his wife were amazing guests who I would invite back in a heartbeat!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Doug J.

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

Wonderful stay

This property and the host does not disappoint. It’s even better than advertised. Our family had a great time and plan to return again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2025
Thank you, Doug, for choosing my home! It was a pleasure meeting you and your wife. I'm glad you all enjoyed it, and you are always welcome to return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erich was amazing with communication and the property was gorgeous highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George H.

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

Thanksgiving stay

Great home with wonderful views. Owner was very friendly and gave us insights into the area and clear communication about the house. My family had a wonderful time and appreciated the kitchen that was well stocked with pots, pans, utensils, etc! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Peace & Love

Erich was awesome and his place is super cool and the views and the peacefulness were unbeatable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2024
Amy and her family were amazing guests! She was responsive, communicative, and very respectful of my home. Upon returning home, it was as if no one was even there. I would invite Amy back in a heartbeat!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

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

Gorgeous girls' getaway

We had a wonderful time at Erich's place. Being right on the water was such a treat, and we took full advantage of the deck, lawn chairs, and lily pad in the lake. The house had everything we needed and then some- including a sauna! Erich was so easygoing and great to communicate with. We'd definitely make this a repeat trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2024
Erin and her college friends were awesome!!! I loved that they kept in contact, telling me about their adventures throughout their stay. They seemed to make maximum use of the home, the lake, and the vicinity. It heartened me to see the 3 of them share their friend's weekend to the utmost extent. They were communicative, upbeat, respectful, and clean... I truly appreciated having them and hope to see them again sooner rather than later. In a heartbeat, I would suggest any host to open their doors to Erin.
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