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Spacious four bedroom country private home, large kitchen, wi-fi. Nature awaits.

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1/ upstairs

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2/ main level/west

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3/ main level/ east

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4/basement

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1/upstairs

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

Bathroom 2/main level

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

Bathroom 3/basement

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Spacious four bedroom country private home, large kitchen, wi-fi. Nature awaits.

Private rural location bordering the Shawnee National Forest. This home sits on 30 acres. Approximately twelve miles south of the closest town and about eight miles from Garden of the Gods and other hiking recreational sites. The home is roomy and cozy. It is large enough for a couple of families or just to let your own family members have their own space. It is a great place to relax, grill out, or just do some porch sitting. Or if you want to take in some sights, you aren’t far from Garden of the Gods, Bell Smith Springs, Burden Falls, Rim Rock or Pounds Hollow. This area is also very horse friendly and this home is not far from several trails and horse campgrounds such as Double M, High Knob, Little Lusk, and Bear Branch Campgrounds. It is also about two miles from Williams Hill Pass that supports four wheeling and dirt biking trails and about four miles from the River to River Trail. So if you want to do a lot of nothing or lots of everything, it is a great location. You most likely will see some wildlife daily whether it is deer, birds, foxes, turkeys, etc in the spacious yard or fields. The home has everything you should need for your stay and is very clean and neat and private. It boasts a full kitchen that is fully stocked. The large front and back yard allows plenty of room for you or your kiddos to walk or run. The back of the property meets a running creek in the woods. Very nice home in the country. You won’t be disappointed

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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

Be aware of drop off of front porch and creeks.

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3819063vb
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Herod

Located in Herod, this holiday home is in a rural area. Shawnee National Forest and Garden of the Gods Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ross Cottom Lanes and The Chocolate Factory.
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Harrisburg, IL

What's nearby

  • Hitching Post Trailhead - 10 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Saline County Area Museum - 14 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Harrisburg Township Park District - 16 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Shawnee Hills Country Club - 16 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 18 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Town Square Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Gap - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Alyssa and Seth's Reception - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Krispy Krunchy Chicken - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious four bedroom country private home, large kitchen, wi-fi. Nature awaits. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious four bedroom country private home, large kitchen, wi-fi. Nature awaits.?

As of 3 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious four bedroom country private home, large kitchen, wi-fi. Nature awaits. on 10 Oct, 2026 start from S$416, 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 Spacious four bedroom country private home, large kitchen, wi-fi. Nature awaits.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious four bedroom country private home, large kitchen, wi-fi. Nature awaits.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious four bedroom country private home, large kitchen, wi-fi. Nature awaits.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious four bedroom country private home, large kitchen, wi-fi. Nature awaits. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Shawnee National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Hitching Post Trailhead and Garden of the Gods Recreation Area. Saline County Area Museum and Shawnee Hills Country Club are also within 12 miles (20 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. 27 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is definitely a gem worth staying in! Beautiful home, beautiful country setting, perfect for large family or friends traveling. Host very responsive and has taken great care to make the experience full and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was fully equipped. They also had two coffee makers, a Keurig, and a regular, which was very nice! Everything was very clean very roomy and it’s very well stocked. The location was absolutely beautiful plenty of land around to just feel at peace. Everything was very well manicured.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house close to lots of awesome hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is very homey, spacious and accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony J.

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

Great retreat

This place was fantastic and the perfect setting for some time away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious and nice area. A big yard and nice furniture inside. Would recommend if staying in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place in a great location. It was perfect for multiple families. We are already planning our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keamarose H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property, and immaculately clean! I am so happy this location was available to book.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

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

Great Location

We had a great time staying here for our annual Shawnee trip. Looking forward to next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great large home for a whole family. Out in the country. Which is great for us. But know it’s a 15 minute drive to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ray y.

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

A good home away from home

Relaxing and quiet very nice kitchen to cook in plenty of room for the kids to roam around out in the country.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect home away from home for a weekend of exploring some of the trails and sites of beautiful southern Illinois. The location was perfect, an easy fifteen-minute drive from Garden of the Gods. It is located in a beautiful, peaceful, country setting, complete with a visiting cat and a couple of horses to watch as they graze in the pasture. The house itself was very clean, great layout, tastefully decorated, with wonderful outdoor spaces to relax in as well. In every room there were thoughtful touches added to make you feel right at home. It truly felt like they thought of everything. If we are ever in the area, we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F C.

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

The Best

This property and the owners are the ABSOLUTE BEST!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2024
Very kind and wholesome family. They are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Very clean and well stocked with things most likely to be forgotten. We enjoted the firepit in the evening and did not need to bring fire. Great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful and quiet out in the country, close to Garden of the Gods and Rim Rock for hiking, friendly vacation cat and horses in the pasture. Little creek to explore on the property. House was clean and comfortable. Our family of 4 had plenty of room to spread out, could easily accommodate larger groups with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Dollar General is about 4 miles away for snacks and beverages, but you probably want to bring most groceries with you as there aren’t close by restaurants. Plenty of kitchen equipment and a few basic spices, cooking oil, etc. are provided for cooking.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

will g.

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

Clean and spacious house!!

Came into town for a funeral with some other family members and rented this house. It was very clean and had plenty of room for our needs. Enjoyed our stay here in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david r.

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

Quick hiking getaway

House was very clean and equipped well. Convenient location to the eastern Shawnee Forest areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was just what we were looking for. Clean, spacious, and welcoming. We were able to visit local attractions easily and relax on porch and back deck. Host provided recommendations for restaurants and attractions which were very helpful. House was stocked with spices and condiments which was great. Property was amazing with gorgeous views. There were horses in the pasture, turkeys in the back yard and a friendly vacation cat to pet.Overall this was an excellent place to stay, kick back and enjoy a weekend with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Girls weekend

This is an amazing property. We enjoyed our weekend away at this beautiful house. It had everything we needed. We were even lucky to watch the deer come out in the field around the same time each night. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

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

Friends Get Together

Four friends from school got together with spouses to hike, relax and have fun over a long weekend. The house was perfectly situated and appointed to meet all of our expectations and needs. Everyone was comfortable, and pleased with the home. It made our get together a wonderful success.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2025
Thanks Dan. Let your crew know I finally found some Terramycin cream for the cats eyes. Everywhere has been out of it. I went over there last night and he looked brushed, fluffed, and spoiled. lol thanks for the cat stuff.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loretta B.

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

Awesome Ladies Hiking Trip

Well appointed, clean, spacious home in a beautiful pastoral setting. The property is exactly as pictured with lots of thought given to guest comfort. The bedrooms and bathrooms are nicely decorated with every thing you need for a relaxing stay. The kitchen is well equipped including extras like ingredients for S’mores. There are three nice spaces to enjoy the outdoors, plenty of parking and easy access for luggage. We had a great stay and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent D.

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

Stunning property

The house and the property were stunning and very clean. It was tastefully decorated and fully stocked with all your needs. Prime location to the Shawnee forest. Excellent communication with the owner. If it was me, I would be nervous renting this out, so I appreciated the opportunity and treated the home as my own which from the looks of things everyone else has done the same.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendi B.

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

Hiking headquarters

What a great property! Clean. Scenic. Well stocked. Great communication w owners. Great location for all kinds of hiking. We loved our stay including the stay at the property. Plenty of room for barbecuing and family game nights!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

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

Exceeded expectations!

Seven women here for hiking. We were thrilled with this property. Much roomier than we expected. Well stocked, clean, neat and tidy house and property. Loved the horses meeting us at the corner! Communication with owner was prompt and helpful. Great communication
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

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