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Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away!

Cabin perfectly located for exploring Makanda

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Smart TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 584 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Makanda, IL
  • Place, Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Giant City State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the area

Makanda

Heart of Makanda.Within half a mile (1 km) of this Makanda cabin, you'll find Shawnee National Forest and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. Makanda Boardwalk and Giant City State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Giant City State Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 7 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 29 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 34 min drive - 45.7 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 12 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Vine Community Church - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬23 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.

Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away!

Cabin located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest. Only 2.5 miles from hiking in Giant City State 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.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
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The price is CA $334
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino 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: 900 square feet

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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: 39
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: 39. 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away! to the airport?

This cabin is 21.4 mi (30-min drive) away from the Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away!?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away! on Jun 8, 2026 start from CA $166, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away! to the beach?

This cabin is 10.8 mi (20-min drive) from Campground Beach.

Does Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away! have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away! to downtown Makanda?

This cabin is 1.3 mi away from Makanda.

Winetrail Cabin - SIU, Giant City SP, Shawnee Forest, & Cedar Lake minutes away! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easily the best cabin experience I’ve ever had! Wonderful amenities everything we needed for a nice weekend stay was there and ready when we got there. Very comfortable space with plenty of room perfect destination for a small family get away will be returning soon thanks Steve!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was clean. Contact with host was very good and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very nice. We enjoyed our stay! The cabin had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming and kind. All amenities included covered everything anyone would need. The cabin was spacious, clean and welcoming. Our little dog loved it too.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay! Peaceful and relaxing, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Everything needed was available. Clean and very accommodating unit. Excellent communication and perfect location for our needs. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was perfect for our 5 nights in the area. There was plenty of room and everything we needed. The pictures online were nice but in real life, it was a real gem. Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice Cabin

Had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin in So IL, close to everything, yet quiet and cozy. Well appointed kitchen with everything needed! Clean and spacious! Look forward to visiting this one again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Southern Illinois Hike Trip

Me and my buddy chose these cabins for our annual Southern Illinois hike trip and we were delighted with our stay. Our cabin offered a convenient location and plenty of amenities. Would definitely book again if we were in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

Cabin was great for what we needed. Would book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet, comfortable and accommodating. Will be staying here as my go to spot when I visit family throughout the years. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a girls weekend

This cabin was the perfect place for a girls weekend. Within 15 minutes of most of the wineries in the area. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SIU family weekend

Clean, comfortable beds. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary Getaway

We stayed here for a long weekend and it was great and exactly what we were looking for. We have already talked about possibly renting a few to have some family members come with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Choice!

Perfect location! Host was very responsive and gracious. Cabin was near perfection and very comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great as always

We’d stayed here before and chose to return because of the convenient location and large space. It’s really nice to have the full kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

gina b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Perfect for a weekend of hiking

Very clean and convenient for hiking. Pet friendly was a big draw for me as we enjoy traveling with our Shetland Sheepdog.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What an upgrade from a hotel room.

This was easy to find, feeling of a home with everything we needed. From charging ports to every kitchen utensil and appliance, we saved so much on eating out and cooked as if we were home. Plenty of linens and towels, we didn’t need anything additional.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin and Great Location

The cabin was clean comfortable and a quiet place to relax between excursions to Giant City State Park, Giant City Stables, and Ferne Clyffe State Park. The cabin was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. We appreciated that the people in the other cabins were friendly and respectful. If we ever travel to southern Illinois again, this is definitely where we will stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debi N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cute & super clean cabin!

True to pics, super clean, soft water! Thanks for a great weekend! It was our 51st fall drive trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home base for vineyards and hiking.

Nicely provisioned home. Quiet, clean and comfortable. Immediate response from owner when contacted. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend

Wife, dog and I came down to get away and relax. We hiked the trails in Giant City S.P. We enjoyed the scenery and the stay. This was our 2nd stay at this cabin complex. Neighbors in the cabins were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

corrine s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to stay

We were here for a funeral. Steve was very gracious and answered any questions we had. Everything was clean and operational. Bedrooms are very spacious and the living room furniture is very comfy!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Early mother's day gift from my daughter.

The cabin was very nice and I liked where it was located. We were very comfortable and really enjoyed out stay. I would recommend this place and I will be back. I need to look on your website and see the different sizes of your cabins. Looking to book one for 5 women and a baby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023