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Peaceful Country Escape • Pond & Private Hot Tub

Waterfront vacation home with a water park and a hot tub

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Dining
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, IL
  • Place, Shawnee National Forest
  • Place, Rend Lake
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Place, I-57 Drag Strip
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)

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About the neighborhood

Thompsonville

This vacation home places you 30.9 mi (49.7 km) from Shawnee National Forest. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Harrisburg Township Park District - 46 min drive - 24.8 miles
  • Franklin County Fairgrounds - 55 min drive - 23.4 miles
  • Rend Lake - 58 min drive - 26.6 miles
  • I-57 Drag Strip - 60 min drive - 28.1 miles

Getting around

  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪K and D Thompsonville Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪K &D Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Best - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Thompsonville Cafe - ‬27 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.

Peaceful Country Escape • Pond & Private Hot Tub

Spacious 4-Bedroom Retreat with Pond & Private Hot Tub ✨

This beautiful 3,000 sq. ft. home is the perfect getaway for families or groups of friends looking for relaxation and outdoor fun.

🛏 Accommodations

4 spacious bedrooms

2 pullout couches

Comfortably sleeps large groups

🌿 Outdoor Features

Home and lodge sit on 5 acres of peaceful countryside

Pond shared with the lodge, stocked with plenty of fish

Guests may keep only the fish they plan to eat during their stay — all others should be released

Private hot tub exclusively for this home’s guests

Plenty of space to explore, relax, and unwind outdoors

🏡 The Space

Guests have access to the entire 3,000 sq. ft. home, offering plenty of room to gather, cook, and relax. Whether you’re planning a family get-together, a reunion, or a quiet retreat with friends, this home provides comfort and charm.

🛠 Guest Access & Support

We live nearby and are happy to assist if anything comes up during your stay.

📍 Location

Conveniently located near Galatia and Thompsonville, Illinois, this property offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility.

📝 Additional Notes

The home shares a driveway with another vacation rental on the property.

A lodge above the garage is also available for larger gatherings and shares access to the pond.

Exterior security cameras are in place for the safety of all guests.

🎥 Take a virtual tour here: Watch on YouTube
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Rules

Guess must sign rental agreement. Security deposit required. Minimum $500.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 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 first aid kit
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: 5:00 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Southern IL House Pond hot tub
Southern IL House hot tub met een Vijver
Southern IL House Pond hot tub $99 Special
Southern IL House, pond, and hot tub Thompsonville
Southern IL House, pond, and hot tub Private vacation home
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Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the 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, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Peaceful Country Escape • Pond & Private Hot Tub?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Peaceful Country Escape • Pond & Private Hot Tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

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

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional), which is about 23.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Peaceful Country Escape • Pond & Private Hot Tub?

Yes, every accommodation at Peaceful Country Escape • Pond & Private Hot Tub comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.

Peaceful Country Escape • Pond & Private Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna D., troy, il

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet get away

Beautiful quiet area, enjoyed the hot tubafter a day of exploring the area. Thw weather had s ow but roads were cleared pretty quick. The house was very homey feeling you walk in and felt like home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Amazing and great host
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles C., Benton,IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding

Location was great. Owners very good to work with. Everyone loved it.
Stayed 90 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quite Getaway

The view with all the wildlife, deer, turkeys and also the pond. Best getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Nathan A.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Dead bugs 1 was definitely a roach.

We didn't even stay at the home after walking around it seemed like things were only superficially cleaned but as we walked around the house it be came clear that it was not really done well. The couches had dog fur all over (one more so than the others). The biggest issue was the dead roach and no one in the group was will to stay at that point. We spoke with the owner who lead up to things was very nice and even during the process but was not willing to do a refund. After only being at the home for about an hour we packed up and left to stay in a hotel. We will have to pursue a refund through the credit card company. Not happy with how things turned out as far as cleanliness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and peaceful

We really enjoyed our stay! It was relaxing and peaceful! We made the most of the nice weather and found plenty of room to enjoy being outside! We had a very nice time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Amy A.

Quiet

Nice location. Quiet. Big house.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Diane F.

Couples getaway

The home was very spacious. Bedrroom nice size. Fully stocked very large kitchen. Love the layout. Enjoyed the hot tub. A slight musty smell in the hone in general. Linens smelled soured. Please change the mattress covers they may be clean (I hope) but they are terribly stained. 2 of our couples washed their bed coverings because of the smell. Both ovens are in desperate need of cleaning. The grill was dirty and therefore unusable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Randy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bach. Party

Just what we were looking for. Quiet away from everything. Great getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Danielle H., IL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Country living

Just what we needed. Peace and quiet. We had such a nice time grilling for our kids and hot tubbing. Walking around the property was an adventure. Lots of corn fields and deer to admire. Great place to unwind.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Kristalynn D., Hilliard, OH

Disliked: Cleanliness

Falls short of expectations

The property was not as described. One picture shows another building nearby and when the property owner was asked, they indicated that it was a rental but was under renovation. They did not notify me that it was going to be occupied during my stay. We managed to get one relaxing night after our surprise neighbors had left. The other nights they partied late into the night (past 2am) and were also lighting fireworks and were drunkenly screaming and/or singing. The property was not cleaned as there was a toad in the bedroom, dead bugs in the kitchen sink, rat/mouse droppings in some closets and the jacuzzi had brown debris floating in it and on the sides. Unfortunately, due to the state of the jacuzzi we were not able to use it. We luckily brought our own cleaners. Since we could not trust what had been cleaned prior to our arrival, we spent some of our time disinfecting and cleaning what we could. It was clear this property does not adhere to higher levels of cleanliness in response to COVID. Safety of the property was a concern as the neighbors had parked us in for a time and we found two doors that did not lock. Several windows and door locks were not set when we arrived and I would encourage any future visitors to verify the windows and doors when checking in. The listing also indicates an ice-maker but we were not informed this was not able to be used. I would suggest the listing be updated as such and/or the owners notify if amenities have changed from the posting. It would have been sufficient to have an available ice-cube tray as a replacement. Overall, we did not have a pleasant stay and did not appreciate that we were misled. The owner, when contacted, also did not take my safety concerns seriously. I hope this review helps a future vacationer choose another home if they are looking for a relaxing and secluded getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation 2020

We had a wonderful time in this home. Very relaxing and spacious. Our pets had plenty of space to run free. Will definitely come back. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gary w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Soooo relaxing

Had a great time fishing, hiking, and relaxing. Wish the golf cart had been available but we enjoyed the trails on foot since it wasn't. Beautiful property and so quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristina H., Bettendorf, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful getaway

We enjoyed our time and loved fishing in the pond. We walked the trails and saw deer in the cornfields while fishing from the pond. The house is large and would be perfect for a large family to enjoy. I will keep this on our list of places we would return to again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracey N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful getaway

This property gave us just what we needed - a peaceful get away! Such a fun property to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

April R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

This was a great place to get away from it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxation in the country

Peaceful location. Great place for a family getaway. Nice size rooms and family room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Judy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

The property was very nice. The house was clean and neat. We enjoyed the peace and quiet setting on the enclosed front porch, while watching the deer play in the field. The location was great. My husband was able to go on his morning walk on the trails. He loved checking out the ponds on the property and see all of the wildlife. We will recommend this location to family and friends. My husband and I look forward to visiting again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019