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The Best of Lake Egypt | Lake Access + Covered Dock

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Parking and walkway for guest to the dock and Lake access and a slip
Open Concept Living Area
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Open Concept Living Area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Creal Springs, IL
  • Lake of Egypt
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Marion Cultural and Civic Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Best of Lake Egypt | Lake Access + Covered Dock

This beautiful vacation home is located on a private cove on Lake of Egypt. Featuring a neutral palette, everything has been designed to curate a cozy ‘home away from home’ feel! With an open-concept layout for easy socializing, lake access, and use of a private covered dock, you’ll want to book this hidden gem soon!
✔ 3 bedrooms (sleeps up to 8)
✔ 2 bathrooms
✔ Lake access w/ covered dock
✔ Fully equipped kitchen
✔ Free parking & laundry

THE SPACE

Looking for a well-deserved vacation away from the city? You’ve come to the right place! Come enjoy life at a slower pace here at Lake of Egypt. Soak up some time on the water as you get some much-needed rest and relaxation. Step in through the front door and let the busyness and stress of everyday life slip away!

★ KITCHEN ★

Fully equipped for all your cooking needs, this kitchen includes all your cooking essentials to make this your home away from home. With a functional L-shaped layout, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of natural light, this kitchen makes it easy to whip up a tasty meal without missing a beat!

✔ Fully equipped kitchen for all your cooking needs
✔ Stainless steel appliances, including fridge, freezer, stove, oven, dishwasher, and microwave
✔ All basic cooking essentials included
✔ Complimentary coffee and coffee maker

★ DINING ★

No need to eat off your lap while huddled around the coffee table. Gather around the dinner table with family and friends and raise a toast to creating unforgettable experiences together! Here’s to good times with great food and even better company!

✔ Dedicated dining area for sit-down meals
✔ Dining table with seat settings for 6
✔ Place settings and dining utensils
✔ Open-concept layout

★ LIVING ROOM ★

Featuring plenty of comfortable seating, this living space was designed for creating lasting cherished memories! Tastefully furnished with your comfort in mind, use this space to catch up with good company, read a book, or watch your favorite TV shows!

✔ Couch and two armchairs
✔ Ottoman, coffee table, designer rug
✔ Flat-screen TV and high-speed Wi-Fi
✔ Tasteful décor and artwork

★ BEDROOMS ★

There will be nothing but sweet dreams and restful nights from the comforts of these bedrooms! We know how important the little details can be so each bedroom has been carefully curated with your comfort in mind. From the plush mattresses and fluffy pillows to the tasteful décor and furniture selection, you can rest assured knowing you’re in good hands!

✔ 3 fully furnished bedrooms w/ overhead fans
✔ Plush mattresses, fluffy pillows, and crips linens
✔ Matching nightstands and seating areas
✔ Can comfortably sleep up to 6 guests

★ BATHROOMS ★

Whether you prefer a bathtub or glass walk-in shower, we’ve got you covered! With 2.5 bathrooms, this vacation home has both so you don’t have to choose between bubble baths and convenience! All bathrooms are sparkling clean and tastefully decorated so you can enjoy some quiet “me time” in comfort!

✔ 2 private bathrooms
✔ Jack-and-Jill dual sink vanities
✔ Bathtub for relaxing bubble baths
✔ Essential toiletries included (toilet paper, towels, etc.)

★ ADDITIONAL AMENITIES ★

✔ Free parking for guests
✔ Washer and dryer available should you need to refresh your clothing during your stay
✔ Access to a covered dock available for guests to use

Property manager

Kristine & Scott Rhodes
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Creal Springs

Creal Springs is home to this holiday home. 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.
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Creal Springs, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 21 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 23 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge - 23 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 38 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Big Blues Que - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Town Square Pub - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Best of Lake Egypt | Lake Access + Covered Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Best of Lake Egypt | Lake Access + Covered Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Best of Lake Egypt | Lake Access + Covered Dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Best of Lake Egypt | Lake Access + Covered Dock located?

Situated in Creal Springs, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. Marion Carnegie Library and Goreville City Hall are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Weekend retreat

Was a great spot to get away and everything was clean and just described in the listing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juhle P.

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

Perfect place to stay

The house was perfect for our little girls day. The house was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

claudia l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Short and sweet stay

The house was perfect for our family of 6. Plenty of room in the 3 bedrooms, small but efficient kitchen and small and cozy living room area. We were a little disappointed that some items that have been a given in other rentals were missing: no hangers for our clothes, no iron or board, no hair dryer. The last 3 rentals we have been in have had complimentary coffee, but we did not have that here. My sister in law was in a home by the event venue and had a Keurig with pods. It's a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Great stay at the Lake

It was a perfect getaway for friends. They house was just as listed and was in perfect shape.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., St Louis, MO

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

Terrific

Everything we needed and very clean! Wonderful home. Kristine was very easy to contact and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Weekend at the Lake

Wonderful weekend! The property was clean, updated, and beautiful. We enjoyed our stay and will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

April H.

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

Cozy home near the lake

Booked this home last minute for Thanksgiving. The host was very easy to work with for check in and out and answered any questions I had very quickly. The house was very clean and well maintained with modern farmhouse decor. All bedrooms were decent sized. You can easily walk down to the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Lovely by the lake

A beautiful house located in a quiet area right by the lake. Super comfy beds and everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kristine & Scott Rhodes

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I'm Kristine, my husband Scott and I purchased a lake home on Lake of Egypt after visiting with one of our friends and falling in love with the lake life. We are avid travelers and in the winter go to many warm places but spend the summer enjoying our awesome lake. We live in Jackson, Missouri about an hour and fifteen minutes from the lake. So its an easy commute over for us. I'm a realtor and my husband is in commercial construction. We also have a construction company where we design and build homes. In the fall and spring we enjoy the outdoors by riding our side by side in various place around the country. We have 7 grown children between us and 6 grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

We love the location of Lake of Egypt because it is so much more then just the Lake. There is live music almost every Friday and Saturday night in the summer and sometimes even on Sunday afternoon. There are many awesome wineries on the Shawnee wine trail and Marion, IL isn't 10 minutes away with many shopping and dining options. If you don't own a boat then boat rentals are available. The fishing on the lake is amazing and you will find if you want to try your hand at a competition there are fishing tournaments a couple of weekends a month. This lake is the best for another reason. It' spread out so doesn't feel so crowded but isn't as large as some lakes so it is easy to get from place to place.

What makes this property unique

With 93 miles of secluded wooded bays and inlets Lake of Egypt is one of Southern Illinois’s hidden treasures! Come enjoy a taste of the outdoors and be on with Mother Nature. Boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and swimming are prime activities. Depending on when you’re traveling, water-skiing, tubing, and jet skiing may also be available!

Here are a few local suggestions:

✔ Sip your way through the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail and explore the distinctive character of each winery
✔ Explore the family friendly towns of Creal Springs and Marion
✔ Enjoy food trucks and live music at three marinas on Fridays and Saturdays
✔ Take a day trip to the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge where 44,000 acres of land and water are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna

Languages:

English

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