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Spacious 5 Bed 2 Bath Sleeps 10

Spacious 5 Bed 2 Bath Sleeps 10

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July 4th boat parade and fireworks
Living room with large screen tv and electric fireplace
Kitchen and dining area (seating for 8+)
First floor master, access to deck, hot tub and master bath
Master Bath

Overview of Spacious 5 Bed 2 Bath Sleeps 10

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Enjoy the area

Map
Effingham, IL
  • Popular LocationLake Sara17 min drive
  • Popular LocationEffingham Performance Center18 min drive
  • Popular LocationCardinal Golf Course18 min drive
  • AirportSt. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)105 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Master Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom Downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Guest

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Spacious 5 Bed 2 Bath Sleeps 10

Perfect for a family and friends getaway whatever the season. Quiet wooded neighborhood with beautiful views of one of Lake Sara's deepest coves. This 5 bedroom 1-3/4 bath two story home features 4 spacious rooms on the second floor with king beds (or can be split to 2 twins) with room to add a full blow up mattress. Each offer a view of the lake or the many trees well away from the road. The master is on the first floor with access to a full bath and the lakeside deck with a hot tub just out the sliding doors. The dining area can seat 8 comfortably and is open to the kitchen which is fully equipped with electric stove, fridge, wine fridge, microwave, dishwasher and washer and dryer. The living area opens to an enormous wraparound deck with a firepit, hot tub, gas grill and room to seat more than 10 comfortably. From the deck is access to the lake cove with good deep water and offers plenty of room to float, paddleboard, canoe and enjoy views of the main lake. And the fishing is great, both in the cove or on the main lake!
The back yard (street side) is very shaded with many pin oaks and a perfect space to throw frisbees or play yard games, and build a giant bonfire. When you walk out to the quiet street you have many easy paths to choose from for biking or walking.
Minutes away is a wooded park with a play area and interpretive nature trail, and is also open to public fishing (with an Illinois fishing license). Also on the lake are two golf courses: the Foreway 9 hole and Cardinal 18 hole, a 5 minute drive from the house.
The main park on Lake Sara has a small beach and picnic and shelter areas, and also offers a disc golf course. On the same park roads you can casually dine at the lake's recent establishment Pinky's Restaurant.
When you enter Lake Sara road, you can stop at the Dollar General or the gas station which has a well stocked liquor store.
The city of Effingham features most major retailers including Menards, Walmart, Hobby Lobby and many other brand name stores.
Within minutes you can access Highway 40, the first National Road built in the United States, where you can visit quaint towns and an abundance of flea markets.


Property manager

GAIL STARKWEATHER

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Lots of indoors space for games and crafts.

Events

Events allowed
Add $10 per night for each additional guest.

Pets

Pets allowed
An extra deposit will be required to be refunded

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outdoor spaces only.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Add $10 per night for each additional guest.
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

About the area

Effingham

Located in Effingham, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Cardinal Golf Course and TREC Calico Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ballard Nature Center and Lake Sara. Bliss Park and Effingham County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
Map
Effingham, IL

What's nearby

  • Lake Sara - 17 min drive
  • Effingham Performance Center - 18 min drive
  • Cardinal Golf Course - 18 min drive
  • Effingham County Courthouse - 19 min drive
  • Cross at the Crossroads - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Effingham Station - 19 min drive
  • Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 18 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 19 min drive
  • Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen - 18 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 18 min drive
  • Culver's - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious 5 Bed 2 Bath Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious 5 Bed 2 Bath Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 5 Bed 2 Bath Sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 5 Bed 2 Bath Sleeps 10 located?

Located in the heart of Effingham, this golf cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Cardinal Golf Course, Lake Sara and Effingham Performance Center. Bliss Park and Ballard Nature Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie W., Florida, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family funeral
Perfect # if bedrooms and location. Owners very flexible.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing time and place
We loved this place and will absolutely come back some day!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
This lake house is perfect for relaxing and has amazing views. Gail is a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall on the Lake
We were visiting Effingham for the long weekend and returned to the Hasty Retreat since our experiences there have always been pleasant. Gail communicates through the app and even offered us a late check-out which was much appreciated. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Shawn S., Collinsville

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for Hosting a Large Group
We enjoyed our stay. The weather was amazing, so we were able to spend most of our time on the very spacious deck, fire pit table, and hot tub. We also used the wood firepit which was nice, but wished it faced the lake. The gathering areas indoors are small, and our group of 10 would have been crowded if we spent our time inside. The host was awesome. She was very responsive to all our questions. The place was very well stocked with linens, dishes, games, etc. We also liked the Bluetooth speaker near the deck that we used to play music. The hot tub is a nice addition and was clean. We also rented a pontoon boat and was able to tie up the dock. As for the cleanliness, it could have used a better cleaning. The sink was dirty and there was food left in the fridge from a previous stay. Since we were to clean out the fridge when we left, we didn't know if we should throw out the stuff that was already in it. It also had a strong mothball smell when we first got there which slowly dissipated over the weekend. The rooms were comfortable, and each had its own A/C unit. The upstairs bathroom is small with a shower that is quite small. Downstairs bathroom is nice. Overall, we really enjoyed this place and would stay here again. It could use a little updating and a better cleaning, but it was comfortable and has good access to the lake. If you have a large group that plans to spend time together indoors, then just know it will be crowded.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by GAIL STARKWEATHER

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In 2004, we were looking for a vacation home to rent for our large family, kids, grandkids and friends, scattered around the country. We came upon this listing right on Lake Sara in the southern Illinois town of Effingham, Illinois. It was a 4 hour drive for us and most of our family. So instead of renting, we purchased the property immediately and have been so grateful for being able to comfortably accommodate so many people and make so many memories.

Why they chose this property

Lake Sara is a quiet 800 acre lake with many amenities, easy travel from St Louis (1 1/2 hrs), Chicago (3 hrs), Indianapolis (4 hrs), Nashville (5 hrs). Established in the 70's, Lake Sara is very well maintained by the Water Authority. We have city water and electricity, and a newly built wi fi tower nearby. Because it is the southern portion of the state, the warm weather season is extended, from late May through September, we are able to enjoy the water much earlier than northern areas of the midwest.
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