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

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Exterior
Interior
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

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 accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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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
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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 - 0.9 km
  • Giant City State Park - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Campground Beach - 20 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 31 min drive - 19.5 km

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. 43 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country Cabin
It was a great stay! As advertised. Comfortable and homey.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place close to giant city
A great place good sized and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit
We enjoyed our visit in the clean and cozy cabin. The weather was beautiful and provided the opportunity to gaze at stars not often seen at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SIU family weekend
Our weekend was made so much easier when we had a lovely place to stay with lots of room. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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

Tina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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

Brendan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend.
Close to everything we needed, winery’s, hiking, Giant City our SIU student. Yet far enough away in a quiet quant cabin south of Carbondale. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 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

6/10 Okay

Glenn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Fun
No TV service. Streaming only No networks no sports
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good wheelchair accessibility
Property was accessible. The shower was great. The cabin was in a great location, close to lots of different activities. The furniture was easy to move to meet our needs. Steve was super responsive when we had an issue, and he fixed it right away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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

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

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

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