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Waterfront 4-Bedroom Pet Friendly Lake House w/ dock for boat, fishing, swimming

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A lakeside property with a dock, a small shed, and a covered seating area.
A kitchen with a window view of a lake, a stainless steel sink, and a brick backsplash.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, a microwave, and a dishwasher.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A single-story house with a garage, a small shed, and a dock extending into a lake.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1639 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Creal Springs, IL
  • Place, Shawnee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake of Egypt
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Creal Springs

This vacation home places you next to Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lake of Egypt - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Giant City State Park - 35 min drive - 26.9 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 39 min drive - 33.1 miles
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 59 min drive - 45.8 miles

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 44 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Acee's Neighborhood Market & Deli - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Whiffle Boys Pizza - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Marion / Shawnee National Forest KOA - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront 4-Bedroom Pet Friendly Lake House w/ dock for boat, fishing, swimming

Enjoy a family-friendly getaway at our spacious Sunset Family Lake House! With 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and multiple decks. Relax with BBQs, direct lake access, and stunning views. Dock your own boat (shared space) or rent one nearby. Perfect for swimming, fishing, or exploring the outdoors. Close to hiking/biking trails.
Each bedroom has a queen bed. There is an air mattress available to allow 2 additional guests. The master bedroom has a full bathroom. There is another full bathroom located near the kitchen.

Attached to the house is a screened in porch. Outside of the porch is a beautiful patio overlooking Lake of Egypt. The dock and driveway are a shared space with the guest house on the property. The guest house is available for rent if additional space is needed. The boathouse is also a shared space with the guest house.

Parking allows for up to 2 vehicles. Please message us if more spaces are needed including boats and trailers.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 1,639 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Rules

No additional street parking is allowed. Please keep all vehicles within the parking spaces designated in the listing photos/welcome guide.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: There is a $50 pet fee per stay.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Creal Springs and just steps from Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. You'll also find Ferne Clyffe State Park and Goreville City Park nearby.

Is there parking available at Waterfront 4-Bedroom Pet Friendly Lake House w/ dock for boat, fishing, swimming?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Waterfront 4-Bedroom Pet Friendly Lake House w/ dock for boat, fishing, swimming?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Waterfront 4-Bedroom Pet Friendly Lake House w/ dock for boat, fishing, swimming?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Waterfront 4-Bedroom Pet Friendly Lake House w/ dock for boat, fishing, swimming?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA), which is 18.8 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Waterfront 4-Bedroom Pet Friendly Lake House w/ dock for boat, fishing, swimming?

Yes, every house at Waterfront 4-Bedroom Pet Friendly Lake House w/ dock for boat, fishing, swimming comes with a patio.

Waterfront 4-Bedroom Pet Friendly Lake House w/ dock for boat, fishing, swimming Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property. Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family and friends had a good time. Host was friendly & easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place right on the lake. We caught A LOT of catfish! Host was very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at this well equipped lake house. We enjoyed the house, sunsets,. porch, dock, decks, swimming, floating, fishing, boating, kayaking, games, grilling, and fires; all the lakeside fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had plenty of room for our whole family. Great bathrooms and kitchen with everything you needed. The outdoor space was enjoyable. But of course the sunset on the lake was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just amazing. Thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

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