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Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Interior
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.

Cabin located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest. Only 2.5 miles from hiking in Giant City Stat Park, 5 minutes to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, minutes from SIU, and Cedar Lake. This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.

Property manager

Steve Young

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 9
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Makanda, IL

What's nearby

  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 10 min walk
  • Giant City State Park - 9 min drive
  • Southern Illinois University - 12 min drive
  • Banterra Center - 12 min drive
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 12 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lentz Dining Hall - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more. located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. Giant City State Park is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

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Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very nice place to stay
this is a very nice cabin and really nice location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

dominic k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Perfect place to stay for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin and location
Had a wonderful stay at Cabin #1. Well supplied and comfortable. Great location. Perfect for our quick weekend in Southern Illinois.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nicely nice
Had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Carrie M., Raymond IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Location
Location was great close to everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay
Definitely will come back next year. I will recommend this to my friends and families ☺️. Thank you !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
We selected this cabin for its location to the wine trail and Giant City State Park. It was clean, ac worked well and had a nice deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mamie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!
The cabin had everything we needed!! Was cozy and quiet. We will definitely keep it in mind for future visits to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great getaway!
Very cozy, well equipped cabin that was central to hiking trails and wineries. Steve was great host and super prompt with communication. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to everything
A good place for peace.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
The place was great. Plenty of room. Close to everything. No complaints, and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and orderly
We enjoyed our stay at this property. It was very clean, stocked with everything you would need and very well organized.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anson H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place to chill
We came down to visit friends and the cabins were great to come back to each night . The cabins are close to town but far enough away . I enjoyed a peaceful sit on the deck and a nice walk . The management responds quickly to any question and it was really easy to check in and out. I will say if you are shorter person like myself bring a stool the bed is kinda high.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and comfortable short stay
I rented this cabin for a short Saturday to Monday stay while waiting to pick up my kids from a nearby summer camp. Cabin was comfortable but spacious, with a great little deck off to the side. All the amenities you could need for a weekend and close to Carbondale and limitless outdoor options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Southern Illinois cabin
This cabin was nice, quiet, and very clean. The whole family, including our dogs, loved it! It was close to everything we wanted to experience and the Wine Trail. We just wish we could have stayed a couple more nights. We highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smiley face water tower
Cabins were great, peaceful and great location. Lighting bugs are always a pleasant surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
Nice, clean, cozy, hideaway. Close to everything! No complaints about anything. Would recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
The cabin is in a convenient location near town and parks. The first night we had an issue with hot water. We contacted the owner and he quickly resolved the issue. We would recommend this place to our family and frends.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT place
Cabin was clean and nicely decorated. EVERYTHING one could need was furnished. Location was near enough to Carbondale but still felt "woodsy" . Be sure to check out the night sky. I've never seen so many stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable cabin
We were comfortable, and had a great time relaxing, making puzzles, and enjoying the nice weather. It was very close to hiking opportunities which we enjoyed also. The cabin was clean and had what we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property
We enjoyed picking blackberries along the golf course and walking the dog around the pond. Very conveniently located close to Giant City and Carbondale. We had fun! Watch out for ticks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Trip to Giant City State Park
We stayed 2 nights in cabin 1 with my husband and our dogs. The cabin was so clean, well stocked and comfortable. We will differently recommend your place to others traveling your way. Thanks for the fun ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mid-May stay
This cabin was great! It was like we landed in Oz after the cabin we stayed in for two nights right before this. It was spacious, comfortable, and the location was absolutely perfect for visiting giant city. Also, very close to Carbondale for hopping into town for anything you need or to go to a restaurant. The host was super nice and very accommodating. We’d definitely stay here again when in the area. Thanks for a great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay near SIU
The pictures don't show how cute this place is! Very clean, well equipped and quiet. We came to visit our son who goes to SIU, and it was the perfect place to lay our heads, yet close enough to help our son. We also had our dog with us, he liked it too! Cozy, clean, quiet, we will definitely be back. Thanks Steve!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023