Sat atop a scenic hillside and overlooking a breathtaking meadow, this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath Makanda vacation rental is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of southern Illinois. Be engulfed by the Shawnee National Forest at this secluded cabin, which provides an escape from the fast-paced city life. If you want to venture out, Panther Den Trail is only a half-mile away and Giant City State Park is just under 11 miles away, providing for endless exploration, memory making, and rejuvenation.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Fire Pit | Screened-In Porch | Nature Views
Built in 2015, this upscale cabin is perfect for smaller families, friends, or couples traveling together to experience the thick woodlands of southern Illinois.
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds
OUTDOOR LIVING: Front porch, patio, patio furniture & outdoor dining area, expansive yard, charcoal grill
INDOOR LIVING: Cable TV, DVD player, gas fireplace, utility sink
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, breakfast bar, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, water filter, ice maker, Crock-Pot, spices, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Central heating & air conditioning, washer & dryer, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, linens, towels
FAQ: 2 steps required to access, no WiFi, 4WD recommended in winter
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
OUTDOOR WONDERS: Shawnee National Forest (surrounding), Panther Den Trailhead (0.6 miles), Devil's Kitchen Lake (7.6 miles), Ferne Clyffe State Park (9.4 miles), Giant City State Park (10.7 miles), Trail of Tears State Forest (17.0 miles), Crab Orchard Lake (20.6 miles), Garden of the Gods (55.5 miles)
VINEYARDS: Blue Sky Vineyard (2.1 miles), Feather Hills Vineyard and Winery (2.8 miles), StarView Vineyards (6.9 miles), Alto Vineyards (18.1 miles), Von Jakob Winery & Brewery (19.8 miles), Pomona Winery (25.0 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Carbondale (17.6 miles), Marion (19.2 miles), Cape Girardeau (40.5 miles), Paducah (54.0 miles), Mt Vernon (61.0 miles), St. Louis (119 miles)
AIRPORTS: Barkley Regional Airport (53.8 miles), St. Louis Lambert International Airport (131 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is recommended in the winter months to access the property
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape and, therefore, does not include WiFi
- NOTE: This property requires 2 steps to access and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
