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6/10 Okay
Jerry D.
Jul 11, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lake Sara
Jerry D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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Retreat at the lake
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6.06.0 out of 10
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
Effingham, IL
- Lake SaraPlace, Lake Sara1 min walk
- Effingham Performance CenterPlace, Effingham Performance Center10 min drive
- Effingham County CourthousePlace, Effingham County Courthouse14 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Effingham
This vacation home places you next to Lake Sara and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Cardinal Golf Course. This vacation home welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
What's nearby
- Lake Sara - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Cardinal Golf Course - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
- Effingham Performance Center - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles
- Effingham County Courthouse - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles
- Lake Shelbyville - 43 min drive - 33.9 miles
Getting around
- Effingham Station - 13 min drive
Restaurants
- Dairy Queen - 15 min drive
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- Golden Corral - 12 min drive
- Niemerg's Steakhouse - 13 min drive
- Taco Bell - 11 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.
Retreat at the lake
Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly place. Over an acre of lake relaxation. Plenty of room for the kids to explore. Great fishing, paddle board and kayaking, rope swing, swimming, and plenty of sun or shade!!!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 2 bathrooms and space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a washing machine.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether 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
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: 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 birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 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.
- Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Effingham, just steps from Lake Sara. Cardinal Golf Course is also within a driving distance of 3.1 mi.
Is this vacation home associated with 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.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
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