Dam Near Lake of Egypt Cabins â Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals
â Unique and Upscale Vacation Rentals- Lake of Egypt â
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THE YELLOW DOOR CABIN â
Our charming cabin offers an ideal retreat for a romantic couple's escape or a memorable family outing. Thoughtfully designed, the 565-square-foot living space embodies the essence of a quintessential southern Illinois experience. With its pet-friendly policy and convenient proximity to the Lake of Egypt, hiking trails, and wineries, it promises an all-encompassing getaway.
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WHO LOVES THIS PROPERTY?
â Couples- The cozy "tiny house" design, romantic setting by a private pond, and proximity to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail make it an ideal retreat for a couple's getaway.
â Families with young children- On-site amenities like the private pond for swimming and paddleboarding, a separate loft sleeping area, and proximity to a large water park provide built-in entertainment for kids.
â Adventure seekers- The cabin serves as a perfect base camp with its central location near numerous hiking trails, Lake of Egypt for water sports, and opportunities for fishing right on the property.
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SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
â 1 Queen Bed in Bedroom on the lower level
â 1 Queen Bed in the loft (sleeping room only; accessed by secured ladder)
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ON SITE ENTERTAINMENT & AMENITIES INCLUDE:
â Fire pit and 4 Adirondack chairs for relaxation close to the deck
â 1.5-acre lake to fish, swim, paddleboard
â Paddle Boards on site for use
â Great base for Lake of Egypt visits- only 1 mile from Lake of Egypt dam & public boat ramp at Pyramid Acres Marina
â Ample space for walking/exercise
â Charcoal grill (BYO charcoal)
â Smart TV for streaming and movie nights
â Fully stocked kitchen with premium appliances
â Spacious living area with eclectic, modern dĂ©cor
â High-speed Wi-Fi throughout
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CONCIERGE SERVICES
Weâre pleased to offer access to our full-service concierge team, ready to make your stay unforgettable.
â Romance Packages
â Birthday Packages
â Baby and Pet Equipment Rentals
â Grocery Delivery/Pre-Stocking
â More coming soon!
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NEARBY FAVORITES
â Lake of Egypt < 1 mile
â Shawnee National Forest- all over! Trailheads within 10-40 minutes
â Ferne Clyffe State Park < 15 minutes
â Tunnel Hill State Trail- < 20 minutes
â Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tours < 20 minutes
â Southern Illinois University- Carbondale < 25 minutes
â Panther's Den < 25 minutes
â Camp Ondessonk- < 25 minutes
â Burden Falls < 35 minutes
â Jackson Falls < 35 minutes
â Bell Smith Springs < 40 minutes
â Garden of the Gods ~ 1 hour
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WINERIES & MORE
â Katy Lynn Distillery < 12 minutes
â Honker Hill Winery < 15 minutes
â Clad & Cordon Winery < 15 minutes
â Blue Sky Winery < 25 minutes
â Feather Hills Winery < 25 minutes
â Starview Vineyards < 25 minutes
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WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
â Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
â A rental agreement is required with ID verification within 48 hours of booking.
â Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
â Guests not staying overnight are welcomed. Loud, disruptive parties are not.
â A total of 3 cabins and a 1.5-acre pond sit on 5 acres behind our home estate, separated by a privacy fence.
â Our Golden Retriever, Kevin, occasionally greet guests.
â Live music plays on weekends at the local bait store, Just Add Water, and Pyramid Acres Marina during lake season- it carries across the field to the cabins.