10/10 Excellent
Angela F.
17 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation
Angela F.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Hot Tub | 4 Kayaks | Great Swimming | Sleeps 10
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10195.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Creal Springs, IL
- Lake of Egypt1 min walk
- Ferne Clyffe State Park26 min drive
- Marion Cultural and Civic Center27 min drive
- Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Single Bunk Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Lower level bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Main level bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Upper level bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Hot Tub | 4 Kayaks | Great Swimming | Sleeps 10
Beautiful 2100 sq. ft. log house on shores of Lake of Egypt
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
1 Queen Bed + ensuite bathroom on main level
1 King Bed in 2nd bedroom in upper level + daybed
1 Queen Bed in 3rd bedroom in upper level
1 Queen Bed in 4rth bedroom in lower level
1 Twin over full size bunk bed in 5th bedroom in lower level
MAIN LEVEL LAYOUT:
Living Room with propane fireplace
Kitchen & Dining Area
Office working space with USB ports
Walkout Deck with large charcoal grill and dining table + chairs for 4
Master Suite featuring queen bed & ensuite full bathroom
UPPER LEVEL LAYOUT:
Bedroom with king bed + daybed
Bedroom with queen bed with sitting area overlooking the lake
Bathroom with walk-in shower
LOWER LEVEL LAYOUT:
Second living room with TV, DVD player, and electric fireplace
Wooden game table with chess, checkers and more in addition to board & card games
Kitchenette with microwave, full size refrigerator and dry bar
Bedroom with queen bed and ensuite full bathroom
Bedroom with 1 twin over full size bunk bed
Patio walkout to the hot tub and soft seating conversation furniture.
Laundry closet with full size washer and dryer
OUTDOORS:
Private dock with second uncovered boat slip for your own boat or boat rental
7-person hot tub with 65 jets and LED changing lights
1500 sq ft. of decking areas with multiple landings
Fire pit for relaxation close to the patio
Charcoal Grill
4 Kayaks for use
Large Swim Mat
Clean deep water for swimming off dock
Great base for water skiing and lake lounging- located on the main channel
It's a gentle slope of 110 steps down from the house to the dock. There are three landings with seating where you can stop, take your time and enjoy the view along the way.
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
Rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: Absolutely no pets. Ring camera on entrance of property If guest are caught with a pet, guests may be subject to an immediate cancellation without refund. If evidence is found after your stay, there will be a $150 penalty for rule violation.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
BYO Beach Towels. We provide bath towels
BYO Life Vests HIGHLY encouraged to ensure proper size.
Firewood is available for purchase.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
1 Queen Bed + ensuite bathroom on main level
1 King Bed in 2nd bedroom in upper level + daybed
1 Queen Bed in 3rd bedroom in upper level
1 Queen Bed in 4rth bedroom in lower level
1 Twin over full size bunk bed in 5th bedroom in lower level
MAIN LEVEL LAYOUT:
Living Room with propane fireplace
Kitchen & Dining Area
Office working space with USB ports
Walkout Deck with large charcoal grill and dining table + chairs for 4
Master Suite featuring queen bed & ensuite full bathroom
UPPER LEVEL LAYOUT:
Bedroom with king bed + daybed
Bedroom with queen bed with sitting area overlooking the lake
Bathroom with walk-in shower
LOWER LEVEL LAYOUT:
Second living room with TV, DVD player, and electric fireplace
Wooden game table with chess, checkers and more in addition to board & card games
Kitchenette with microwave, full size refrigerator and dry bar
Bedroom with queen bed and ensuite full bathroom
Bedroom with 1 twin over full size bunk bed
Patio walkout to the hot tub and soft seating conversation furniture.
Laundry closet with full size washer and dryer
OUTDOORS:
Private dock with second uncovered boat slip for your own boat or boat rental
7-person hot tub with 65 jets and LED changing lights
1500 sq ft. of decking areas with multiple landings
Fire pit for relaxation close to the patio
Charcoal Grill
4 Kayaks for use
Large Swim Mat
Clean deep water for swimming off dock
Great base for water skiing and lake lounging- located on the main channel
It's a gentle slope of 110 steps down from the house to the dock. There are three landings with seating where you can stop, take your time and enjoy the view along the way.
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
Rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: Absolutely no pets. Ring camera on entrance of property If guest are caught with a pet, guests may be subject to an immediate cancellation without refund. If evidence is found after your stay, there will be a $150 penalty for rule violation.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
BYO Beach Towels. We provide bath towels
BYO Life Vests HIGHLY encouraged to ensure proper size.
Firewood is available for purchase.
Property manager
Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Absolutely no pets. Ring camera on entrance of pr
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking of any kind (including cigarettes, cigars,
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- A damage deposit of USD 500 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Creal Springs
Located in Creal Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Kokopelli Golf Club and Blue Sky Vineyards 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 Ferne Clyffe State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Creal Springs, IL
What's nearby
- Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Lake of Egypt - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Ferne Clyffe State Park - 26 min drive - 20.9 km
- Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 27 min drive - 19.2 km
- Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge - 28 min drive - 24.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wendy's - 19 min drive
- Subway - 24 min drive
- Big Blues Que - 18 min drive
- Subway - 19 min drive
- Town Square Pub - 24 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Amanda L.
10 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect and peaceful
Amanda L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole F.
27 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing family vacation
Nicole F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
David B.
29 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Stay
David B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ashleigh B., Mapleton, IL
8 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing trip!
Ashleigh B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Janet H.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for Family Time
Janet H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennie P.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable waterfront house
Jennie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maureen P.
15 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Lakeview Property
Maureen P.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
4/10 Poor
Lee A.
5 November 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Could have been good… but wasn’t.
Lee A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
mary c.
21 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lakehouse getaway
mary c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
John B.
13 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family time
John B.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals
This property is managed by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals, a veteran-owned, woman-owned business. Allison, owner of SIVR, is an SIUC alumni and has a deep love for the hospitality industry and showcasing beautiful southern Illinois.
Why they chose this property
Just 15 min drive from town of Marion
Close to hiking in the Shawnee National Forest, Ferne Clyffe State Park, Giant City State Park
Within 30 minutes of five wineries on the Shawnee Wine Trail
Close to biking trails at Tunnel Hill Bike Trail, and mountain biking at the new Touch of Nature bike trail
Each guest receives a personalized online Welcome Guide immediately upon booking- so you can plan your trip with all of our personal recommendations of places to go and things to do.
Close to hiking in the Shawnee National Forest, Ferne Clyffe State Park, Giant City State Park
Within 30 minutes of five wineries on the Shawnee Wine Trail
Close to biking trails at Tunnel Hill Bike Trail, and mountain biking at the new Touch of Nature bike trail
Each guest receives a personalized online Welcome Guide immediately upon booking- so you can plan your trip with all of our personal recommendations of places to go and things to do.
What makes this property unique
Beautiful three-level home with fireplace and amazing views of the lake.
Five bedrooms with a bathroom on all three floors of the home.
Gorgeous multi-tiered decking areas, luxury hot tub and fire pit for ultimate relaxation.
Private dock with an extra covered slip for your own boat; pontoon boat and fishing boat rentals are available. Two new ten-foot kayaks are on the property and available for use.
Just minutes from hiking and biking trails, Shawnee National Forest, golf courses, wineries, and restaurants for all tastes.
Excellent Wi-Fi access.
Three marinas are located on the lake for entertainment, food, gas, and amenities.
Five bedrooms with a bathroom on all three floors of the home.
Gorgeous multi-tiered decking areas, luxury hot tub and fire pit for ultimate relaxation.
Private dock with an extra covered slip for your own boat; pontoon boat and fishing boat rentals are available. Two new ten-foot kayaks are on the property and available for use.
Just minutes from hiking and biking trails, Shawnee National Forest, golf courses, wineries, and restaurants for all tastes.
Excellent Wi-Fi access.
Three marinas are located on the lake for entertainment, food, gas, and amenities.
Languages:
English
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