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Hidden Gem- with the best view of Lake of Egypt! - Kayaks included/1 bed/1 bath!

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A view from a room with a sliding glass door to an outdoor deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake and greenery.
A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and wooden cabinets.
A room with wooden walls, a ceiling fan, a grey sofa, and a white appliance.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a dining table with two chairs, a ceiling fan, and a clock on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window, and a staircase.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Creal Springs, IL
  • Place, Lake of Egypt
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Giant City State Park
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • 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 patio, a sofa bed, and a TV.
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What's nearby

  • Lake of Egypt - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 24 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Tunnel Hill State Trail - 29 min drive - 27.5 miles
  • Giant City State Park - 35 min drive - 26.9 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 39 min drive - 33.1 miles

Getting around

  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Acee's Neighborhood Market & Deli - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Macks Marina - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cross-Eyed Bear - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Texas Taco - ‬17 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.

Hidden Gem- with the best view of Lake of Egypt! - Kayaks included/1 bed/1 bath!

Lake of Egypt vacation rental. Cozy and Cute 1-bedroom, 1 bath, split level unit at the Lake of Egypt in Southern Illinois. Newly Renovated! Nice lake view from your own private porch. Relaxing sitting area facing the lake. Grill included and fire pit included. Your own boat dock, paddle boards, and kayaks for use. Kitchen and living room and bathroom upstairs with porch overlooking the lake and bedroom downstairs with a spiral staircase.

Standard check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request for an additional fee and subject to availability.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a patio and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Out of respect for our neighbors and for everyone's enjoyment, please observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 6 AM
Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request for an additional fee, subject to availability and approval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around 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.

Will I be able to park at Hidden Gem- with the best view of Lake of Egypt! - Kayaks included/1 bed/1 bath!?

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

Is this vacation home next 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.

Are there hot tubs at Hidden Gem- with the best view of Lake of Egypt! - Kayaks included/1 bed/1 bath!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Hidden Gem- with the best view of Lake of Egypt! - Kayaks included/1 bed/1 bath!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA), which is 18.6 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hidden Gem- with the best view of Lake of Egypt! - Kayaks included/1 bed/1 bath!?

Yes, every house at Hidden Gem- with the best view of Lake of Egypt! - Kayaks included/1 bed/1 bath! comes with a patio.

Hidden Gem- with the best view of Lake of Egypt! - Kayaks included/1 bed/1 bath! Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and pleasant. As other reviews have said, the spiral staircase would likely be difficult for guests with mobility issues, but we didn’t have a problem with it. We quite enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

eric Y.

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

Nice lake view

Good place clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Sweet little place

Loved the view, had everything we needed, perfect spot for a great getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Aleecia H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Clean home
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay at this place. It was very small but overall it was a good time. Wonderful view!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Chrystal H.

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

Beautiful location in quaint location

We enjoyed our visit so much! The view of Lake Egypt was gorgeous. The home was small, clean and had everything we needed for a weekend stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anton c s.

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

Gone with the weekend

Friendly helpful host. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

roger b.

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

Hunting trip with brother

Great property dock was good for fishing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Durk F.

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

Get away weekend

Only bad thing was bathroom on 2nd floor bedroom on first .enjoyed stay would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

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

Fantastic customer service!

This property is cozy - perfect for 2 people. Beautiful view of the lake! We had to extend our stay due to car trouble and the property management company was very helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Justin O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake trip

Beautiful place could use a little more cleaning but overall pretty nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

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

fall getaway

Very nice unit with patio overlooking the lake. Great area with lots of outdoor activities with nearby national forests, wildlife refuges, etc. The host was very helpful with quick responses. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dercks

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

Spring Weekend in Shawnee

Took a long weekend stay here to do some hiking at various places in the Shawnee forest. The place itself was perfect for my needs - clean, good internet, and had all the items I needed. It was nice waking up to the morning view of the lake. Would stay again if I wanted to visit the western part of the forest.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Keith H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Overall, this place has potential and could be really cute with a bit more attention to detail. The location near the water is definitely a plus and made the setting enjoyable.Unfortunately, our stay had several cleanliness and comfort issues. There was dog hair all over the furniture when we arrived, the floors didn’t appear to be swept, and some of the glasses in the kitchen were dirty. We also found towels and a bath mat left in the dryer, which made it seem like the cleaning process may have been rushed or incomplete.The bed was another challenge—it was extremely uncomfortable and noticeably sunk in, which made it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. We also expected there to be a grill outside based on the listing, but there wasn’t one available during our stay.With more thorough cleaning and some attention to the furnishings, this could be a really nice spot, especially given the location. Hopefully these issues can be addressed for future guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Peggy T.

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

Lake of Egypt

It is a great place right on the water. We did not realize that the only bathroom is up a narrow, winding staircase. We are both in our mid seventies, so we probably won’t rent this particular home again because of that. It would be perfect for someone younger! We may consider renting a different property near by though, because it is really beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Diane R.

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

Lovely

It’s a beautiful area. The lake view from the balcony was very pretty. The space itself is very nice. But because of our age ( upper 60’s)we found the up and down of the winding staircase to be difficult. The bed being on the first floor with the bathroom and kitchen on the top floor made for interesting evenings. But it was very clean and had everything you need for a nice weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina F.

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

Comfy bed, nice view...

Overall, this place was fine. Bed was comfortable and the view was nice. Could use some improvements for safety such as smoke alarm up instead of on top of frig and spiral staircase secured so it doesn't wobble. Dogs are allowed which we knew, but clean up better after they visit please. Loved the hiking and biking in the area. No condiments, spices, etc were provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Michael G.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Stairs from lower level to upper level…deal breaker

This small property has a lower level bedroom, no bathroom. You must traverse a very small, circular staircase to get the upper level and the bathroom. The circular staircase is extremely narrow and the climb is steep. It is a very difficult climb and return at anytime however that much more difficult in the middle of the night. It is not convenient at all. The property also did not have any hand soap in the bathroom. It is a good location to hiking and the lake. We left after one night of our two night planned stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Carol M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

STAY AWAY

The steps to go to the second floor were not steady, they felt flimsy. Dog hair on the couch and kitchen counter tops and the bed was very uninviting. We went in climbed the steps my husband sat down on the couch n had dog hair on his clothes. We went back down the steps and I laid on the bed it it was not firm. I texted the property manager and said we will not be staying at your location due to the steps, I’m up at least 4 times at night and would be afraid of falling down the steps. I asked if he would consider a partial refund and he never responded. Would have been nice to at least got our cleaning and dog charge back. When getting verbo make sure to read the reviews I wish I had not been in a rush and read them. I would of never rented.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Cindy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Lovely view and location but lacking otherwise

This is in a beautiful location, but it really needs some updates to the basics. The plan was for my husband and I to have a romantic getaway. The primary queen size bed was so flimsy that only one person could sleep in it. We thought we would try fold out couch in hopes we could sleep together, again mattress was extremely thin so we had to have one sleep on bed and one on couch. No working light bulbs in outside lights and in night light which made maneuvering in and outdoor staircases more difficult. Also need to upgrade locks as simple key with some doors that automatically lock behind one, left us outside for over 2 hours with no way to get in (which sounds like a common problem). It appears the manager may be doing the best he can, and the owners need to invest a little more money into their properties. It is too bad as we really loved the locale.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

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

Great eclipse location

We did enjoy the stay immensely. It was perfect location for the eclipse and proximity to the water. The washer and drier were great and the BBQ (although we did not use it). A few suggested improvements: I do think that the statement "fully stocked" kitchen was a bit overstated. I would add to the supplies--a colander to drain pasta,, salad tongs, wine glasses and maybe more than 1 small glass. I would also clearly state: Bring your own hair drier. Plus: Note: bathroom is on a separate level from the bed. Also, I would suggest you remount the paper towel holder. Having screws protruding thru the shelf not only limited the storage but, was an accident waiting to happen with someone cutting their hands. And finally, for a $400/nite rental, I would expect a more comfortable bed and not covered with a plastic cover (this was very hot). I would highly recommend your rental to others once the improvements were made. Thanks again for your prompt response to a pot with a lid
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura Y.

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

Great location, very beautiful

We had a great time with our family of 5 exploring the area. They were wonderful about answering questions, so I was prepared to bring what we needed to make this lightly stocked rental work. We were glad we brought sheets for the futon, and they had sheets for the hide-a-bed. They had a breakfast nook with 4 stools, so we brought in a bag chair from home to use, although it was harder to play boardgames from a short chair. If I were coming back and planning board games, I might bring a card table--or bring another stool! There were 4 chairs and a table out on the balcony with a beautiful view, so we ate together out there. They were very accommodating about getting us access to kayaks for our whole group, since they own the houses immediately around what we rented, so we shared with them. It was close quarters with the neighbors and a shared backyard, so we had some nice chats and shared some s'mores over the fire pit! We had a wonderful time. The lake was warm, there were great hikes close by, and we loved being able to hop on the kayaks whenever we wanted. I think they are just starting out at this property, and I think an information sheet would have been helpful--the questions that they were so gracious to answer probably would have been included in an info sheet, including wifi password, which kayaks were we allowed to use, where the sheets were for the hide-a-bed, etc. We brought disposable plates, cups, etc, since we were a larger group, and that was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jamie W.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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