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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Smart TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroomSleeps 4450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Makanda

This cabin places you next to Shawnee National Forest and within a 10-minute walk of Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. The cabin includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 13 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Owl Creek Vineyard - 16 min drive - 7.4 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
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Palace Pizzeria - ‬14 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.

Winetrail Cabin - Giant City SP, SIU, Cedar Lake, & Shawnee Forest minutes away!

This cabin is the perfect base for all your southern IL adventures. In less than 5 minutes you can indulge in the area wineries, hike Giant City Stat Park or the Shawnee National Forest, hunt, fish, visit SIU, or just relax. This is the perfect base for all of your adventures in beautiful Southern IL.

Located on a 4 acre property with several other cabins, this cabin feels private and has beautiful ad relaxing scenery. While small it has all the necessities to Sleep, eat, cook, grill, and relax!
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen 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 sofa bed, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Steve Young

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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: 39
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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.
  • 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: 39.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this cabin?

This cabin in Makanda is within a 10-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. You'll also find Giant City State Park and Rustle Hill Winery within a short drive.

Will I be able to park 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.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What do couples enjoy most about Winetrail Cabin - Giant City SP, SIU, Cedar Lake, & Shawnee Forest minutes away!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cabin include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.

Does Winetrail Cabin - Giant City SP, SIU, Cedar Lake, & Shawnee Forest minutes away! have a hot tub?

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

Does this cabin offer breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at this cabin?

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

What is the closest airport to 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 Winetrail Cabin - Giant City SP, SIU, Cedar Lake, & Shawnee Forest minutes away!?

Yes, every cabin at Winetrail Cabin - Giant City SP, SIU, Cedar Lake, & Shawnee Forest minutes away! comes with a balcony.

Winetrail Cabin - Giant City SP, SIU, Cedar Lake, & Shawnee Forest minutes away! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephenie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short getaway

This was a last-minute trip and a quick getaway. The cabin was nice and was fully stocked. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alex P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely amazing

I would definitely recommend this cabin for all events and all gatherings it's cozy, beautiful property, clean and I felt like home... we came Illinois to visit our grandkids we brought them to the property they had a great time we were able to go see Giant City Park we had a wonderful time 10 out of 10 five stars will be staying again next time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet

Quiet
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Experience

I really enjoyed my stay. I came to spend some time with my daughter who goes to SIU. It was nice, quiet, and had the great charm. It is a cabin so it is rustic but that was the charm of the cabin. The bed was great, we were able to cook and relax like the comforts of home. The wifi had an issue and needed to be reset and the host was very prompt on fixing the issue. He was available! I will definitely stay here again when I visit my daughter!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

boywndr52

Liked: Cleanliness

Eclipse Getaway

Had a great couple nights. Saw the eclipse, ate some great food. It's really dark there at night though, could use a bit more light.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A., Madison, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cabin and location for our Shawnee Forest Hiking trip

This cabin was the perfect home base for my son and me during his college Spring Break/our hiking trip to the Shawnee forest. During our stay, we enjoyed hiking and exploring the Panther’s Den, Ferne Clyffe State Park (especially Bork Falls), Giant City State Park, the Pomona Natural Bridge, the Little Grand Canyon, as well as kayaking with Cache Bayou Outfitters and visiting Blue Sky’s Vineyard. The cabin had everything we needed and lots of extra thoughtful touches too. It's in a nice surrounding, located next to a golf course, which is lovely. Steve was wonderful to work with. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cleanliness and privacy of the cabin. Added bonus was the basket of snacks left by the property manager!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short getaway

This was a perfect place to stay. Small clean cozy cabin that’s not far from the wineries. I really liked the place and plan on coming back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary getaway

Nice a quiet, good place to just go and be alone.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great! Super clean and so quiet! We will definitely be back to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic cabin/location

The area and the cabin were fantastic. Great accomodations close to the wine trail. Steve is a wonderful host and we look forward to staying with his properties again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

Close to the wine trail, Giant City State Park, Shawnee National Forest, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely!

This cabin was comfortable and cozy. The deck provided a perfect view of the stars in a quiet location. Just a few minutes from a number of hiking trails. The host was very responsive and so accommodating. We enjoyed our stay so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

This was a great place to stay. Close to wine trails. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie and Dan M., Springfield, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

The cabin was perfect for my husband and I and our dog for our 4 night get away. Had everything we needed. Steve was great in helping us get the gas fireplace started as we were unfamiliar with how to operate it. He had someone stop by and start the pilot light while we were gone so that when we got home we just had to turn it on. Made the evening and the next morning so cozy!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome find!

I stayed at this cabin for a long weekend while taking a two day board exam in Carbondale. It was the perfect find. Clean, quiet, affordable, and great amenities. The bed was comfortable and you had everything you needed to prepare your own food. The property manager reached out with clear instructions on checking in and what to expect. Thank you for making a stressful weekend a bit brighter.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great discovery for visiting Carbondale!

Such a cute and peaceful little cottage and had everything we needed for a great weekend! Now if only the bed were bigger than full size. I'm going to check into the other cottages to see if we can get a unit with a bigger bed next time. Cabin 3 had a great view of woods and with the windows open at night we listened to crickets and hoot owls, which was lovely. Suggestions... provide tea for tea drinkers, broom off all the cobwebs around porch, put a screen on slider doors, bedroom carpeting could use a shampoo. PROS...comfy bed, soft linens, 4 pillows plus extras in closet, fluffy new towels, lovely shampoos etc..., french vanilla creamers, air conditioning, peaceful surroundings. All in all a great place! We're so glad that all the Carbondale hotels were full for parent's weekend and that, having to explore further, we found this place! This will be our new place for visiting our son at SIU! Thank you! Oh, also, print out your cabin number or take a screen shot before you get there. We couldn't get any internet and had to drive a ways away to be able to check e-mail on my phone for check in information. My fault. I should have had that on hand before we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice plcae

Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location next to state park

Great value. Location was centrally located next to state parks and other attractions. Didn’t realize it was a duplex but was rear unit and ended up being quite private. Gas fireplace went out several times during stay, would flicker back in eventually.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Running away

We came to relax and we did
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lorraine J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and quite cabin

Cute Cabin in a beautiful and quiet area. Needs a little updating but overall was nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our cabin was very clean, and the whole property was quiet while we were there. Location is great with easy access to everything we were there for. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing setting

We had a wonderful time in Makanda, IL. The cabin and setting is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023