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Lakefront at Lake of Egypt sleeps 10! Dock/2 kayaks 2 paddleboards!

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A deck with a fire pit, overlooking a lake with a sunset view.
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A dining area with a table set for four, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, an oven, and a coffee maker.
A spacious living area with a dining table and chairs, a grey sofa, a fireplace, and a television.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Shawnee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Creal Springs, IL
  • Place, Shawnee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake of Egypt
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

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About the area

Creal Springs

Creal Springs is home to this holiday home. Shawnee National Forest and Ferne Clyffe State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Marion Cultural and Civic Center and Williamson County Fairgrounds.
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Creal Springs, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 24 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Giant City State Park - 35 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 39 min drive - 53.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Acee's Neighborhood Market & Deli - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Whiffle Boys Pizza - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Macks Marina - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront at Lake of Egypt sleeps 10! Dock/2 kayaks 2 paddleboards! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront at Lake of Egypt sleeps 10! Dock/2 kayaks 2 paddleboards!?

As of 28 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront at Lake of Egypt sleeps 10! Dock/2 kayaks 2 paddleboards! on 10 March 2027 start from NZ$613, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lakefront at Lake of Egypt sleeps 10! Dock/2 kayaks 2 paddleboards!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront at Lake of Egypt sleeps 10! Dock/2 kayaks 2 paddleboards!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront at Lake of Egypt sleeps 10! Dock/2 kayaks 2 paddleboards!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront at Lake of Egypt sleeps 10! Dock/2 kayaks 2 paddleboards! located?

Situated in Creal Springs, this holiday home is steps away from Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. Marion Carnegie Library and Goreville City Hall are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 163 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great! We had a goodTime putting the kayaks in the water. Very calm area of the lake to paddle around.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean. The host was accommodating. The view of the lake was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely lake home on a quiet section of Lake of Egypt. Beautiful sunsets and access to the lake is easy. Screened in porch to enjoy the view of the lake with no bugs to bother you Huge space great for reunions or a group of friends. Slept well in this serene lake life setting. Enjoy hiking and grill right there. Easy to get groceries at Kroger in town and pack some sandwiches and drinks for your hike. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So beautiful, we had a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
One of the beds in the double room really needsReplaced and the bedding was thin and no extra blankets easily found. Also the kitchen table has a sticky finish. And the dock is pretty weedy. Besides all that the place is nice. We really enjoyed our time there and wish it could have been longer. Paddle boards were a plus for sure. The area is very relaxing and the house has a lot of space. Watching stars at night was the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the spacious accommodations, relaxing area, paddle boards, and beautiful nighttime views. We’re especially happy to hear you had such a great time and wished you could have stayed longer. We appreciate you bringing the concerns regarding the bed, bedding, and kitchen table to our attention. We will review these items with our team to ensure they receive the appropriate attention. As for the dock, natural lake vegetation can vary depending on the season and lake conditions, but we understand how it can affect the overall experience. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us and for your helpful feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed your time at the property and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice peaceful beautiful view . Could use new beds in some areas. But otherwise it’s nice .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We had a great time. The paddle boards were a big hit with the kids. The place was clean and had tons of room. The wrap around porch was excellent for our dog. We felt the added pet fee was a bit expensive. The sunsets were absolutely amazing. The only thing I would say that was not expected was the dock area. We had our own dock, which was nice, however, there were so many weeds and so much algae we had to paddle out of the cove area in order to be able to swim. The kids swam in their life jackets. The waterfront had no beach area and there were medium sized rocks that went down into the water which made it a bit difficult getting in and out of the kayaks/paddle boards. Otherwise is was nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful review! We’re glad you had a great stay, that the kids enjoyed the paddle boards, and that you had plenty of room to spread out. We’re especially happy the wraparound porch was great for your dog, and those lake sunsets really are hard to beat! We do want to clarify that the property does not advertise or have a beach area. The waterfront includes the private docks and a designated area for kayaks and paddle boards, as shown in the listing. The shoreline is natural, with rocks leading into the water. As for the weeds and algae, unfortunately, those are natural lake conditions that we cannot control. We don’t own the lake, and the conditions in the coves can change throughout the year. We certainly understand that this can affect swimming and water access. Regarding the pet fee, we understand your concern. Our pet fee is actually below average compared with similar properties in the area. The fee is primarily due to repeated issues we've experienced in the past with guests not being responsible with their pets, resulting in additional cleaning and maintenance. We appreciate your feedback and are glad you enjoyed your stay overall. We’d be happy to have you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful lake views and amazing sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2026
Thank you for choosing one of our 9 lake front properties. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2026
Thank you for choosing one of our 9 lake front properties. We hope to host you again soon, safe travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rented the house for three years now. Very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2026
Thank you for choosing one of 9 lake front properties again! we are always happy to host you and hope too again soon! Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great place. Just a note for the owners, it looks like rain water is flowing over and out of the gutters in the corner up by the house and keeping the deck wet there. Loved being so close to the lake and having use of the kayaks. Air worked great. We really enjoyed our weekend there.
View of the lack from the living room.
View of the back of the house from the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Thank you for choosing one of our 9 lake front locations. We are excited you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again soon. Also note we are in the middle of spring cleaning at the lake and have gutters on our list this week.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended spacious home with waterfront access steps away with amazing sunsets. It had all the basic needs with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Dollar General is conveniently nearby for any supplies. Lake of Egypt is centered nicely to be able to enjoy Shawnee National Forest that has so many opportunities to enjoy the most beautiful trails in Illinois. Would love to come back to take advantage of the lake for boating and fishing (stayed in March).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2026
Thank you for choosing one of our 9 locations we hope to host you again soon! The summers are a blast at the lake!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on the lake and plenty of space for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2025
Thank you for choosing our lake properties. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place for a quick getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2025
Thank you for choosing our lake house and hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Inadequate towels, garbage towels, tv inoperable; repairman never came and repaired the TV as we were told by owner. Very disappointing. Good location, plenty space.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the location and the spaciousness of the property. We do want to address a few of your concerns. The TV has been checked and is functioning properly, and it appears the issue may have been related to operation rather than the equipment itself. We’re always happy to assist guests during their stay if any questions come up. All towels and linens were replaced at the start of this season. While they may not be luxury-brand, they are clean, well-maintained, and generally considered appropriate and comfortable for a lake property stay. We appreciate you sharing your experience and will continue working to provide a solid and enjoyable stay for our guests.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is very accommodating. The house is nice, but well used.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 December 2025
Thank you for choosing one of our 9 Lake front properties. Thank you for your feedback. We will go over the property this week and see what items maybe well used and update. This property is highly desired and stays booked and is highly used throughout the year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here last year as well and loved it so much that we came back this year. And we plan to come back every year. Beautiful views and a tranquil setting. House is clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2025
Thank you for choosing one of our 9 lake properties. Safe travels and we hope to host you again in the future.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
We were disappointed in the overall condition of the property. We had rented this home a few years ago so we knew what we were getting in terms of location and layout. While the reservation and check-in processes were seemless, the unit was not as expected in terms of general maintenance, upkeep, and cleanliness. The unit was "picked up" but was not deep cleaned between visitors. The towels and bed linens were not high quality and the number of towels was not sufficient. The condition of the deck was poor and we had to strategically place chairs over the weak boards to prevent any accidental injuries. And the grill was not usable. While on lake vacations we rely heavily on the grill as we cook nearly every meal. We ended up having to transport the grill from the nearby property that our other family members were renting. Then of course we had to transport it back. Not something we would expect to have to do when we paid over 2,000 for the week. We are not likely to book this unit, or other Heartland managed units, in the future. It's a shame too, because we love the location and the dock access for our boat. Disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We apologize that the property did not meet your expectations during your recent stay, especially since you had stayed with us previously. We are disappointed to hear about the concerns regarding the cleanliness and general upkeep of the unit. We take these concerns seriously and will review them with our cleaning and maintenance teams. We will also address the concerns regarding the condition of the deck and the grill to ensure these items are properly evaluated. We understand that having a functional grill is an important part of the experience for guests who plan to prepare meals at the property, and we apologize for the inconvenience of having to transport a grill from another property during your stay. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the number and quality of the towels and linens provided and will take that into consideration as we review the property's amenities and supplies. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the location and dock access, and we appreciate you choosing to stay with us again. We value your feedback and will use it to help improve the property and the experience for future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Relaxing Location

This was an amazing property in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view of lake. Quiet and peaceful. Host very responsive. About 30-40 minutes from SIU. Would recommend.
Looking for turtles
View from the porch
Watching the water
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2025
Thank you for choosing our lake home, we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good and quick communication, especially for a holiday weekend. Setting and location were lovely and I bet it’s really nice in the summer. House was big and spacious - perfect for a big group. Everything was clean, if a little basic. There were a couple areas that needed a little maintenance.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 January 2026
Thank you for choosing one of our 9 lake front properties, we are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was nice and served our purpose. Everyone had a place to sleep and the living room is spacious. Kitchen is a bit small, but I was there to relax, not be a short order cook lol! The view is beautiful and the kids had fun paddling around on the provided kayaks and paddleboards.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great time

We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2022
Excellent - glad to hear it!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lake side cottage

It was a great place to stay. Everything we needed was there and we enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for staying with us. Hope to see you again.
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