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3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!

Escape to a forest paradise where adventure awaits around every corner. Connect with nature on scenic trails or sip wine at nearby vineyards.

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 442 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.

3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!

Cabin located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest and Shawnee Hills Wine Trail!

Only 3 minutes from hiking in Giant City State Park, 5 minutes to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, 6 minutes from SIU, and 8 minutes to Cedar Lake. This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.

Property manager

Steve Young

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Spelunking 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: 450 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: 40
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
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 area

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 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Palace Pizzeria - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! located?

Situated in Makanda, this golf cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. Giant City State Park is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

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3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Great place
We can for the wine trail. Cabin is very close and convenient. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin & Tammy B.

Beautiful place to get away from the city.
Great location for attractions, quiet & peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan K., Racine, WI

Great location
Easy access to the Shawnee Wine Trail. Cozy cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

Great cabin and owner, we will be coming back to stay again.
Steve, thank you for an awesome weekend, we really enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean G.

Cozy cottage
The cabin was very comfortable and well appointed. It was just as listed. The bed was great. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B., Champaign

Very Nice Getaway!
Very clean and pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Val B.

Spring break in Makanda
I will definitely be staying here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry

It was close to many state parks and very close to Carbondale. Very quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Perfect location
The location of this cabin was perfect for our trip! It was close to SIU where we visited our son while also minutes away from Giant City Park. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

Very nice
We had a nice time, lovely location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan C.

Perfect weekend getaway
This was the cutest little cabin, a perfect place to end the day after visiting the wine trail. It had everything you needed and was very charming. The little details like snacks and toiletries were much appreciated! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Pleasant and quiet
Stocked nicely. Clean and comfortable. Near Carbondale and easy to access. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Very Pleased
Nice cabin, perfect for me and my husband for a weekend getaway. The location is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL S.

Nice getaway
Relaxing and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juanita s.

3 night stay
Cabin was located close to our family members that we were visiting. Easy to come an go as needed. Very quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

cheri h.

Wonderful Weekend
We had a great weekend visiting winery’s, relaxing with friend, exploring campus. Didn’t spend much time at the cabin., but it was very nice, good location would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily Z.

Nice
Very clean cabin. It was an easy process to book and check in. Would have loved to have had a stovetop but will definately stay there again!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Time away
It was good. Everything was good and easy to find
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marla V.

Stay at Cabin #2
I had a wonderful stay at cabin #2! Everything was very clean and comfortable. The location was close to hiking trails, which I love and also close to town for convenience. Steve was a great host and replied very quickly when I had questions. Would definitely recommend and hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

mikki V.

Cabin
The cabin was perfect for the two of us plus our dog. It was close to parks in the area where we had great hiking. I would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve K., Dwight,Illinois

Peach run
Property was in pretty good shape. Neighborhood was great. We came down for peaches and antiquing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

We loved our stay at this adorable cabin! It is the perfect location- close to Carbondale and near many hiking trails and wineries. The property was beautiful as well. We loved the small touch of a snack basket as well. Very thoughtful! Will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy c.

Mid week spring get away
Clean, comfortable, with all the amenities. Pretty decor and attention to small details. Responsive host. Close to attractions and easy to access.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Quiet and comfortable
I stayed for ten days to help family in the area. A great location, just a quick drive away from Giant City, Makanda, and Carbondale. Comfortable furniture and nice amenities. The owner was quick in responding to questions, and the rate was very reasonable. Pet friendly and nice and cool in the 100 degree heat.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah s., Kirkwood, Mo.

Better than a cabin
Although this property was referred to as a cabin, I would hardly call it one! It was more like a tiny house or apartment, and it had everything we needed, was very clean, conveniently located, and nicer looking than the pictures.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023