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

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Exterior
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Makanda, IL
  • Popular LocationStone Creek Golf Club and Resort10 min walk
  • Popular LocationGiant City State Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSouthern Illinois University12 min drive
  • AirportCarbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)24 min drive

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About the area

Makanda

In Makanda .Your stay at this Makanda cabin places you within a 10-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. Also, Giant City State Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Rustle Hill Winery is within 6 miles (10 km).

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
  • Campground Beach - 20 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
  • ‪R&R - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬5 min drive

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

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchenette

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling 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: 450 sq ft (42 sq m)

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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: 40
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Excellent Choice!
I received immediate feedback from the host with all the necessary information. Mr. Young also made it clear he would be available to provide additional assistance if needed. And he was! We were all impressed with the cleanliness of the property and the nice little extra touches like a very well stocked snack basket and excellent coffee. The location is ideal. It is off the beaten track, but with easy access to many choice locations in Southern Illinois. With several cabins close by, it would work well for a multi-family gathering. All in all, an excellent choice!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jean G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Marla V.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Susan K., Racine, WI

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

10/10 Excellent

S T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cabin
Quiet! Clean! Soft, fluffy towels and plenty of them! Had everything we needed while in town visiting family. Thermostat was set between 75-78 and we couldn't change it. But the ceiling fan in the bedroom kept me cool enough. If you are picky about pillows I'd bring your own bc the ones at the cabin were kinda flat. Couch wasn't super comfy but the recliner was decent. Has satellite TV but not a lot of channels so bring your laptop or switch to stay entertained. No hairdryer that I could find. Overall recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jeffrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

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