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Shawnee |Original Log Cabin Overlooking Ohio River

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A two-story house with a large porch, surrounded by trees and a rocky terrain.
A log cabin interior with a fireplace, leather furniture, and large windows.
A small, compact bathroom with wooden walls, a white sink, a toilet, and a mirror.
A deck with outdoor furniture, a large umbrella, and a view of a lake.
A log cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, wicker furniture, and a stone wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Recently updated
    Guests love the recent renovations and modern finishes.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Elizabethtown, IL
  • Place, Hardin County Court House
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cave in Rock State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

+3
3 Queen Beds, 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Shawnee |Original Log Cabin Overlooking Ohio River

Perched proudly overlooking the Ohio River stands a time-honored treasure - an original 1906 log cabin. Stepping inside reveals hardwood floors worn smooth by generations of footsteps, while antique windows frame timeless views of the river. This living relic bears quirks and eccentricities - slightly askew walls and floors that breath as the rock foundation moves underfoot, and doors with character. Outside, a new all-seasons porch and new deck add luxury relaxation to the century old cabin.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

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
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No fires except designated fire pit area by river front, NO smoking inside or near cabin due to age of the cabin. Indoor Fireplace is NON FUNCTIONAL

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3855507vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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
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

Elizabethtown

Located in Elizabethtown, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The Chocolate Factory is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee National Forest and Cave in Rock State Park.
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Elizabethtown, IL

What's nearby

  • Hardin County Court House - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cave in Rock State Park - 13 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 25 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 30 min drive - 37.6 km
  • Dixon Springs State Park - 33 min drive - 50.6 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪E-Town River Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lucy's Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪e-town tap - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Town & Country - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shawnee |Original Log Cabin Overlooking Ohio River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shawnee |Original Log Cabin Overlooking Ohio River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shawnee |Original Log Cabin Overlooking Ohio River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shawnee |Original Log Cabin Overlooking Ohio River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shawnee |Original Log Cabin Overlooking Ohio River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Ohio River Valley and Shawnee National Forest. Hardin County Court House and Ohio River are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing!!! Super clean and cozy!!! Will be coming back for our family vacation!!! There was 8 of us and all had plenty of room. There was a wonderful ice cream shop that my kids loved and a gas station near by. Even with it raining some days we were there we had plenty of things to do!! 10/10 I do recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kellie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
There is a great outdoor fire pit area, and the view of the Ohio River with the sun rising is beautiful. However, getting to the fire pit area without a formal 'walking' path is a bit tricky for anyone with balance or stability issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay at the cabin was fantastic! It was the perfect size for our group of 7 and it had everything we needed available. The all seasons room overlooking the Ohio river was amazing and our favorite place to hang out! The hose was very prompt and answered all our questions. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

GARY D.

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

Pleasant Stay

Great overall stay, very comfy and relaxing. The property should offer the use of a grill and they need to remove the hot tub from their listing as there is no hot tub. It would also be nice to see a bit of history of the house, if they can find some. Great view of the Ohio River!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr, 2024
We are so thankful you loved your stay. As far as the hot tub being removed, we removed it before your stay, when you inquired about booking. We are unsure why it was on there in the first place, but I have taken care of that. As far as the grill, as mentioned in the listing due to age of the home we can’t offer a fire close to the home unfortunately. Even though we offer the history of the house on the booking site, we are working on also putting it in the home as you had suggested. We do thank you for your stay and your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

Amazing getaway

This property is gorgeous! We absolutely loved the sun room and outdoor space looking over the Ohio River. The bedrooms were comfortable and the bathroom was renovated recently and was wonderful. We loved the charm of the cabin and the history. The kitchen is small for cooking but doable. Everything was clean and update to date and easy to use! I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2024
We are so glad you loved your stay, the views of the river and the great review. We look forward to hosting you again soon at one of our properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Gorgeous Cabin on the Ohio River

My husband and I took our 3 sons ( 22 years old and twins that are 19). The cabin was perfect! It was very hot outside while we were there ( between 92-95 degrees every day but the AC kept up great and I was thankful for that! They have put a lot of wonderful touches and finishes on this cabin. It was very clean and comfortable. We loved the son porch that overlooked the river. We also loved the fire pit in the evenings. The cabin was even better in person than in photos. The mercantile store was a few minute walk and the people there were so friendly and the ice cream and coffee were outstanding! Would highly recommend this special spot to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa R.

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

Girls Trip- Relax & Recharge

This property was breathtaking! It’s tucked away down from the main road, and we both got super excited when we saw the cabin waiting for us overlooking the river! My best friend and I took a short trip to get away from the busy city life to relax and recharge. We spent a lot of time in the 4 season’s room, it also had a separate heating/cooling unit we appreciated. It’s walking distance to an amazing shop that had coffee & ice cream, and we went there multiple times a day and enjoyed our goods while soaking in the sun of the 4 seasons room. The entire home was clean and had everything we needed, and more. We didn’t cook anything, lots of PB&J + hiking, so we didn’t get to enjoy the kitchen. It would be a great place for a family with the patios & yard with fire pit, 4 seasons room, and plenty of seating throughout. Located in a good spot to drive to neighboring towns for restaurants and especially for getting to several hiking trails. Standout things I personally loved:: -Our host was super attentive. She sent a message before we arrived and when we left. I goofed up the key code and she had it re-set in minutes. -Check out has the least amount of house rules I’ve seen in a long time, added to realization of the trip. -Comfortable seating throughout the entire property and lots of throw blankets as well. Don’t think twice about this property, book it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2024
Wow, What a great review! I’m so glad you enjoyed the home, the views, our little store and your time spent at the river. What such great memories you made and we are so glad they were made at Shade Rock. We hope you come back to the river soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, quiet area, gorgeous view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Higginson

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I’m Stephanie, entrepreneur at heart. Owner of Riverside Mercantile in the heart of Elizabethtown, IL with 2 lodging options available, Shade Rock or Riverside Lodge. Two very different, unique options to enjoy the Ohio River and Shawnee Forest area.

We own and operate another store as well, Higginson Farms Mercantile in another county in Southern IL. Both locations, sell the meat from our farm along with other local goods, ice cream, coffee and sweets. We work hard at bringing customer satisfaction in all areas of our businesses, including hosting. Our hearts long to revitalize the area, offer fun and unique lodging and stores for tourists and locals.

Why they chose this property

In the heart of Southern IL, the Ohio River and Shawnee National Forest meet. Some of the most unique, scenic trails and breathtaking views that have people coming in from around the country to explore and experience are right here in this area. From bluffs, trails, rock formations, hiking, historic sites, wilderness areas, scenic drives, waterfalls, and boating. Some things to see while in the area: National Historic Trail of Tears, Cave in Rock, Garden of The Gods, Iron Furnace, River to River Trail, Scenic Byway, Southern IL Wine Trail, Pounds Hollow, Bell Smith Springs, Rim Rocks National Trail, Lake Glendale, Fern Clyffe, Trigg Observation Tower, Tunnel Hill State Park, Jackson Falls, and Lusk Creek Canyon Nature Preserve to name just a few.
The beauty of this area is the reason we chose to place invest in the area with our Mercantile and Lodging options.

What makes this property unique

The original 1926 cabin sits perched up on a hill overlooking the Ohio River. Surrounded by trees and woods, its secluded area is still within walking distance to the heart of town all while feeling shut off from the worries of the world. The log cabin home has river access, when the river is low you can walk the beach to find the treasures left behind from the winter's high waters. The all-seasonal porch is the perfect place for morning coffee, late night game of cards while watching the river traffic and the river moving. Inside the warmth and the history of the 100yr old logs and craftmanship of the wood tells its own story. Shade Rock Cabin is more than a place, it's a feeling.
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