10/10 Excellent
David R.
27 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable house and great host!!
David R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Entire home
We Bring The Comforts Of Home To The Outdoors!
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Whittington, IL
- Place, Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park1 min walk
- Place, Rend Lake College2 min drive
- Place, Rend Lake2 min drive
- Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
We Bring The Comforts Of Home To The Outdoors!
Gun Creek Sportsman’s Club is located at 17631 State Highway 37 in Whittington, Illinois one mile east of Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park. The Park surrounds beautiful Rend Lake with over 160 miles of shoreline, which covers over 18,000 acres providing excellent fishing, boating, hunting, hiking, bicycling, camping and more exciting activities for everyone in the family. This area also presents opportunities for bird watching, golf, horseback riding, sailing and shooting complex activities.
Close by is Rend Lake Golf Course, a 27-Holes course that provides for a challenging golf experience and exciting golf outings in a beautiful setting alongside Rend Lake.
The Southern Illinois Art & Artisans Center is located next to the Rend Lake Golf Course that displays the works of over 900 of Illinois' Finest Artists. The Art Gallery features continuously changing exhibits.
Our recently remodeled facility contains 3 bedrooms, and 2 baths with a 16' X 30' covered patio which is great for BBQ’s and outdoor gatherings providing relaxing accommodations amidst a sportsman’s paradise. We are minutes away from a full service marina, 6 boat launch ramps, and the Pheasant Hollow Winery. We offer amenities including a flat screen television, full kitchen with refrigerator/freezer, stove, oven, Microwave, a coffee maker, washer and dryer. Will accomodate 8-10 people. Prices are based on per person per night price. # of people x price per night= total per night x number of nights stayed = total amount for your stay. Not including VRBO service chatges and fees.
Gun Creek Sportsman’s Club is a 5 hour drive from Chicago, Illinois and a 90 minute drive from St. Louis, Missouri, Paducah, Kentucky, and Evansville, Indiana.
Come relax among the natural beauty and comfortable atmosphere creating a memorable family get-together.
Close by is Rend Lake Golf Course, a 27-Holes course that provides for a challenging golf experience and exciting golf outings in a beautiful setting alongside Rend Lake.
The Southern Illinois Art & Artisans Center is located next to the Rend Lake Golf Course that displays the works of over 900 of Illinois' Finest Artists. The Art Gallery features continuously changing exhibits.
Our recently remodeled facility contains 3 bedrooms, and 2 baths with a 16' X 30' covered patio which is great for BBQ’s and outdoor gatherings providing relaxing accommodations amidst a sportsman’s paradise. We are minutes away from a full service marina, 6 boat launch ramps, and the Pheasant Hollow Winery. We offer amenities including a flat screen television, full kitchen with refrigerator/freezer, stove, oven, Microwave, a coffee maker, washer and dryer. Will accomodate 8-10 people. Prices are based on per person per night price. # of people x price per night= total per night x number of nights stayed = total amount for your stay. Not including VRBO service chatges and fees.
Gun Creek Sportsman’s Club is a 5 hour drive from Chicago, Illinois and a 90 minute drive from St. Louis, Missouri, Paducah, Kentucky, and Evansville, Indiana.
Come relax among the natural beauty and comfortable atmosphere creating a memorable family get-together.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after noon
Check out before noon
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start 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, lock the doors and return the keys
Make sure house and garage are looked up and the keys are back I the lock box. Make sure to clean out fridge and take out trash to garbage can.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Whittington
Whittington is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park and Rend Lake, while Benton Civic Center and Veterans Military Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at I-57 Drag Strip or DuQuoin State Fairgrounds.
Whittington, IL
What's nearby
- Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Rend Lake College - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
- Rend Lake - 2 min drive - 3.5 km
- Pheasant Hollow Winery - 4 min drive - 7.0 km
- I-57 Drag Strip - 15 min drive - 25.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Love's Travel Stop - 6 min drive
- Porch Chair BBQ PCB - 5 min drive
- Bubba's Place - 29 min drive
- Burton's cafe - 4 min drive
- The Bonnie Cafe - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Hunter C.
8 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome cabin close to Rend Lake
Hunter C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Tyler W.
13 Sept, 2015
Cabin stay
Tyler W.
10/10 Excellent
Randy P.
13 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fishing/ hunting place to stay
Randy P.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary V.
10 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean and roomy. We felt safe on the property. Would recommend to others
Mary V.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Craig P.
18 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and convenient
Craig P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Craig P.
17 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf Trip 23
Craig P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
stephen c.
6 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good place
stephen c.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian M.
23 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing cabin
Brian M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
billy e.
31 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great trip !!
billy e.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Valerie P.
9 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time at Rend Lake rental home!
Valerie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Lester W.
9 Jul, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tar pit getaway
Lester W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Mary L.
16 Aug, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication
Not our favorite
Mary L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mike A.
8 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet location
Mike A.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bryan N.
31 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Bryan N.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Stephanie W.
25 Sept, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Stephanie W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Naomi C.
18 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Naomi C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brooke A.
15 Jun, 2022
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Overnight stay
Brooke A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robin M.
7 Apr, 2022
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Perfect place to stay
Robin M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christel Z.
24 Mar, 2022
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Nice house
Christel Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
david g.
13 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental
david g.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Carlee K.
29 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time fishing!
Carlee K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rodney P.
19 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Rodney P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Cindy M.
9 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Home Base
Cindy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Clark F.
20 Apr, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for sportsmen!
Clark F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
About the host
Hosted by Ric Barth
Why they chose this property
My son, Ric, at the age of 15 and I went down to the Wayne Fitzgerald State Park on Rend Lake in 2001 to attend the annual Celebrity Quail Hunt, sponsored by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources Foundation. It was such an enjoyable experience and beautiful surroundings that we have attended this three day event every year since then.
As a result of our travels around the area we had the opportunity to meet a local Hall of Fame Fishing Guide who ended up taking us out fishing every time we went south to participate in the Quail Hunt. What was scheduled as a three day hunting event ended up becoming a five day event, split between fishing and quail hunting.
During one of our trips to southern Illinois we came upon a 9 acre parcel of land with a house, 10 stall enclosed boat storage building and a pole barn. It was for sale. Except for one neighbor it was totally surrounded by government land. In addition, it was practically right next door to Wayne Fitzgerald State Park and Rend Lake. We bought it!
Ricky was about to graduate from Bradley University with a degree in Construction Management. As a result he put his education to work and undertook to completely remodel the house and manicure the grounds in 2011.
Upon graduation he took up residency adjacent to the property and accepted a position with Shawnee Professional Services, a local Survey and Engineering company.
In addition, he is now a fishing guide with that Hall of Fame Fishing Guide, Todd Gessner of Todd Gessner Outdoors. He also has access to private goose and deer hunting facilities within minutes from our location.
As a result of our travels around the area we had the opportunity to meet a local Hall of Fame Fishing Guide who ended up taking us out fishing every time we went south to participate in the Quail Hunt. What was scheduled as a three day hunting event ended up becoming a five day event, split between fishing and quail hunting.
During one of our trips to southern Illinois we came upon a 9 acre parcel of land with a house, 10 stall enclosed boat storage building and a pole barn. It was for sale. Except for one neighbor it was totally surrounded by government land. In addition, it was practically right next door to Wayne Fitzgerald State Park and Rend Lake. We bought it!
Ricky was about to graduate from Bradley University with a degree in Construction Management. As a result he put his education to work and undertook to completely remodel the house and manicure the grounds in 2011.
Upon graduation he took up residency adjacent to the property and accepted a position with Shawnee Professional Services, a local Survey and Engineering company.
In addition, he is now a fishing guide with that Hall of Fame Fishing Guide, Todd Gessner of Todd Gessner Outdoors. He also has access to private goose and deer hunting facilities within minutes from our location.
What makes this property unique
Close to many outdoor and recreational activities.
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