Hilltop Retreat, a modernly-rustic getaway!

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A wooden deck with a wicker sofa and a wooden chair, overlooking a lake and surrounded by trees.
A dining table set with plates, cutlery, and a bowl of decorative items.
A wooden sign with 'Hilltop Retreat Est. 2019' written on it, supported by a wooden frame, with a planter below containing flowers and greenery.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a dining area in the background.
A sign for Hilltop Retreat with a grassy lawn and trees in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find โ€” relax in the peaceful, private garden space.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Murphysboro, IL
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    โ€ช17 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Place, Giant City State Park
    โ€ช33 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Place, Lake of Egypt
    โ€ช45 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    โ€ช32 min driveโ€ฌ

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower ยท Toilet

Bathroom #2

Bathtub or shower ยท Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Murphysboro

Located in Murphysboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Kite Hill Vineyards and Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Mississippi River. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Murphysboro, IL

What's nearby

  • Southern Illinois University - 17 min drive - 17.4 km
  • John A. Logan College - 27 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Giant City State Park - 33 min drive - 39.6 km
  • DuQuoin State Fairgrounds - 35 min drive - 46.4 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 45 min drive - 63.6 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 19 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • โ€ชMcDonald's - โ€ฌ9 min drive
  • โ€ชCasey's - โ€ฌ11 min drive
  • โ€ชCircle K - โ€ฌ10 min drive
  • โ€ชCircle K - โ€ฌ10 min drive
  • โ€ชDairy Queen - โ€ฌ10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hilltop Retreat, a modernly-rustic getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilltop Retreat, a modernly-rustic getaway!?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilltop Retreat, a modernly-rustic getaway! on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$1,101, 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 Hilltop Retreat, a modernly-rustic getaway!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hilltop Retreat, a modernly-rustic getaway!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hilltop Retreat, a modernly-rustic getaway!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hilltop Retreat, a modernly-rustic getaway! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Shawnee National Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Town Square and Sallie Logan Public Library. Town Center Park and General John A. Logan Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to get away but you didnโ€™t have to drive far to get to some great places.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it! It was a great property for my elderly parents. Everything was easy for them to get around the house. It is beautiful and has a wonderful energy!Thank you!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice quiet location

Great place for family visits to SIU.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay. Lots of room in the house. Nice fire pit area. Overall, a fun relaxing getaway spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas Trip

Nice open floor plan to spend time with family. Quiet area and fun fishing but not that far from stores when something was needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

We had such a good time. This place has everything you need. The house was perfect. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House was perfect for our needs!

Spacious house, fire pit was perfect, driveway is a little scary but the overall stay was perfect! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

SIU Law graduation

We had a wonderful time, and the house was just perfect for what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Weekend

Our granddaughter attends SIU and marches with the band. Our family of six stayed at Hilltop Retreat and it was very nice and convenient to the campus. We also went to several wineries on the Wine Trail and to the Little Grand Canyon. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

November wine trail trip

Great location, very quiet and end of road. Loved seeing the stars so bright. Close to food and in the middle of the wine trail. Three couples each had their own bedroom and the living room " Love Pit " LOL, had plenty of space to fellowship and talk about our time together on this trip. Will try to stay again if in area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious and relaxing

This house had. Large bedrooms, well stocked kitchen, plenty of outdoor seating, 2 rooms for entertainment and a great firepit outside. It was very nice to come home after an outing and relax by the fire pit. Convenient to wine trail and other amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and accommodating! The host was quick to respond and went out of her way to make sure our stay was perfect. We actually rented both homes on the hill and it worked out perfectly for our large group of fisherman. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lotta Room and Everything You Need

Ashley was always quick to respond with questions that I had! We had everything we needed and the house was ready for us! The kitchen was an open concept with the living room, which was very nice! The house situated on a dead end and it was very quiet and peaceful! Nice to set on the front porch where you could see the lake and watch the deer! Would definitely recommend this nice home!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birding Blitz stayover

We came into town for our annual birding competition. We did not use much of what was available to us as we were out birding all day. Plenty of room for 5 adults. We had all the dishes, towels, and bedding we needed. Everything looked clean. No hassle check-in and the host communicated all we needed to know in a timely manner. Eastern Whip-poor-will heard outside at night which was a reat bonus for us. We might make staying here an annual thing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fun Time but No AC last night/morning

House was nice and secluded location .. few things were broken .. ceiling fan in bedroom and they had a standing fan in that room that legs were broken.. drains in both bathroom sinks hardly worked at all. 2nd night (we only stayed 2 nights) the AC stopped working and only blew warm air .. let owner know .. she refunded me $50.. but felt like I should have received more .. overall we had fun just uncomfortable 2nd night and morning
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ashley is great to work with! Great communication and a great property! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Roomy, comfortable, quiet.

All three bedrooms were very large. The kitchen was roomy and well stocked with necessities. It was very quiet outside while we were there. One small thing, the TV in the main living room didn't work properly. Dish satellite was available in the back sitting room, but we could never get it to work in main living room. Overall, great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice home, nice layout, nice fire pit.

It was a nice house. If you plan on fishing, the lake is not actually in your yard like it appears in photos, just know that you have to walk down a steep incline into the neighbors back yard. It was ok, but not actually as it appears in the photos. The chairs around the fire pit were janky and not like the comfy chairs that are in the pictures. That bothered us because we would have brought lawn chairs had we known. Otherwise, the house is very nice and clean, and very nicely furnished and the kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Relaxing

Relaxing and fun weekend getaway with wife and friends. We enjoyed the many wineries in the area. The house was low key, secluded and relaxing. We plan on returning next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2nd Stay - Still Wonderful

This was our 2nd time staying at the Hilltop retreat. The firepit is wonderful and the house is cozy and comfy and big. We love staying here when it's time to take our daughter back to college at SIU for the fall semester.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Perfect house for our group. We had 4 adults and 5 kids and the open floor plan and large bedrooms worked so well. We enjoyed the deck front and back and the fire pit. Very nice house for family or friends gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

69th bday

Very spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get alway

Home is very roomy and was great for family
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend get away

We got a group of friends together for an adult weekend get away and this place was perfect for our get away! It was able to accommodate all of us comfortably and gave us all our own personal space!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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