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Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi

Cabin with kitchenette, steps from Shawnee National Forest

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Interior
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Makanda, IL
  • Place, Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Giant City State Park
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Makanda

This cabin places you next to Shawnee National Forest and within a 15-minute walk of Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. The cabin includes a kitchenette, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Makanda Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 13 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Campground Beach - 23 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 38 min drive - 14.5 miles

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 12 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lentz Dining Hall - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Vine Community Church - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 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.

Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi

Cabin located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest and Shawnee Hills Wine Trail!

Only 3 minutes from hiking in Giant City State Park, 5 minutes to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, 6 minutes from SIU, and 8 minutes to Cedar Lake. This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, an ironing board, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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: 6
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 25

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cabin?

This cabin is located in Makanda, just steps from Shawnee National Forest. You'll also find Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort and Giant City State Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this cabin?

No, there isn't parking available at the cabin.

Is this cabin associated with a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi?

Couples staying at this cabin will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi have a hot tub?

No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Does this cabin have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.

How far is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional), which is 21.4 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi?

Yes, every cabin at Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi comes with a balcony.

Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Ripley N.

Liked: Cleanliness
I was actually switched by the owner to another of his properties, bot a fan at all. The place was clean. Thats about the best i can say.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Maggie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good location on the wine trail and a cute & cozy cabin! The cabin is a nice alternative to a hotel for a weekend away. There were a few bugs, but nothing too bad and nothing you wouldn’t expect in an area surrounded by woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

The place was great for our needs and as advertised. Very near to beautiful hiking and some nice wineries.The bed was not very comfortable, but everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

This cabin is in a great spot! Very cute and clean. I'd highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haroletta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wine trail

Pet friendly that was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

This is my 2nd time staying here. Nice little place. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hutning base camp

Property was better than expected! Property was clean and a short commute to Giant City State Park. It was quiet and the host was attentive. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lauri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great alternative to a standard hotel room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

This cabin is an awesome spot for hiking and wineries! Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

william k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Makanda Cabin

Pros: convenient location; quiet; clean cabin; very comfortable Cons: hard to find in dark of night; not informed of change in entry key code, but quickly solved with phone call to owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet getaway

Cabin was clean and comfortable. Host was easy to get in contact with and helpful. Location was great as it was less than 10 minutes to Carbondale but still in a quiet country setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway

We loved this cute, cozy, comfy cabin. Just the right size for a couple - not too big, but not too small either. Very quiet location, wi-fi worked great, comfy bed, water temperature/pressure for the shower was perfect. The entire cabin was very clean. Loved the Americana decor and the small basket of snacks added a nice touch. Looking forward to staying again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ray B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grateful

Needed a stove!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness

3 days in “Wine Country”

Other than not having a range top the cabin had everything we could ask for! Cleanliness and location were premier.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Second time we have stayed at this cabin. We are very pleased and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cabin

Scrupulous cleanliness, thick towels and toilet paper, a comfortable bed, Americana decor and a well equipped kitchen lent to a general air of welcome and comfort. We enjoyed the benefit of the kitchenette and grill, walked in the golf course and used the opportunity to see Giant City, the John A. Logan museum in Murphysburo and to lunch in Anna with our son. Steve, the cabin host, was very easy to communicate with as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Almost spring

The cabin met my expectations and was in a convenient location for what we needed. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great spot for Dirty South Roubaix racers!

Just 15mins from Alto Pass was perfect. We had a cozy stay in the Merica themed cabin, quiet, clean & pet friendly. Great communication from the host made our stay easy & stress free.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S., Decatur, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Right

The cabin was nice. It had enough room for me to relax in after a day with family or in Shawnee National Forest. The area felt very safe and there was no ouside noise. I will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024