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Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.

Lakefront cabin with kitchenette and balcony

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Cabin #1 @ Stone Creek - Living Room looking out on back deck
Cabin #1 @ Stone Creek - Dining Area
Cabin #1 @ Stone Creek - Front entrance with fireplace, DirecTV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Makanda, IL
  • Place, Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Giant City State Park
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.

Cabin located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest. Only 2.5 miles from hiking in Giant City Stat Park, 5 minutes to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, minutes from SIU, and Cedar Lake. This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 9
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Makanda

Located in Makanda, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Railroaders Memorial and King Neptune Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Makanda, IL

What's nearby

  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Makanda Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 10 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Campground Beach - 19 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 32 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 12 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lentz Dining Hall - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Vine Community Church - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more. located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. Makanda Boardwalk and Giant City State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cori C.

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

Great stay

The cabin was comfortable and a great location for our weekend activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures didn't do it justice. Owner answer questions very quickly. The only thing I wish is it had a full kitchen. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Charles H.

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

very nice place to stay

this is a very nice cabin and really nice location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

dominic k.

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

Great Location

Perfect place to stay for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dewayne R.

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

A Magnificent Magnolia - No Stove-olía

After passing an open field with a large pond to accompany it; you’re greeted with over 10 burgundy wooden cabins
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Very nicely nice

Had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

Family visit

We enjoyed our visit in the clean and cozy cabin. The weather was beautiful and provided the opportunity to gaze at stars not often seen at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

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

great getaway!

Very cozy, well equipped cabin that was central to hiking trails and wineries. Steve was great host and super prompt with communication. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Awesome place to stay

Definitely will come back next year. I will recommend this to my friends and families ☺️. Thank you !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

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

Nice and comfortable short stay

I rented this cabin for a short Saturday to Monday stay while waiting to pick up my kids from a nearby summer camp. Cabin was comfortable but spacious, with a great little deck off to the side. All the amenities you could need for a weekend and close to Carbondale and limitless outdoor options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry P.

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

GREAT place

Cabin was clean and nicely decorated. EVERYTHING one could need was furnished. Location was near enough to Carbondale but still felt "woodsy" . Be sure to check out the night sky. I've never seen so many stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Nice

Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

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

Mid-May stay

This cabin was great! It was like we landed in Oz after the cabin we stayed in for two nights right before this. It was spacious, comfortable, and the location was absolutely perfect for visiting giant city. Also, very close to Carbondale for hopping into town for anything you need or to go to a restaurant. The host was super nice and very accommodating. We’d definitely stay here again when in the area. Thanks for a great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anson H.

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

great place to chill

We came down to visit friends and the cabins were great to come back to each night . The cabins are close to town but far enough away . I enjoyed a peaceful sit on the deck and a nice walk . The management responds quickly to any question and it was really easy to check in and out. I will say if you are shorter person like myself bring a stool the bed is kinda high.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

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

Perfect jumping point!

Really enjoyed our stay at the cabin! We were in the area to return two kids to SIU and it was nice to be able to end our day in the comfort of this location. The beds were comfortable, every room was emasculate and tastefully decorated. The boys really appreciated the snacks that were in the room, too! Thank you for being so helpful! We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Sharpsburg, GA

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

Nice location

Right next to golf course close to many lakes and Giant City and Carbondale. I'll be back. Could use some minor repairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Glenn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fun

No TV service. Streaming only No networks no sports
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Shawnee Hills Wine Trail weekend

Here's the thing: when we arrived at Stone's Throw, we discovered the roof had leaked; water was standing in the living room; bedroom carpets were soaked. Bad rain earlier that week. Steve immediately moved us to another fabulous property in Alto Pass w/ no rate increase -- he couldn't have been more accommodating. So he gets a 5-star rating across the board despite our not being able to review the property we booked!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Sue g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

4 day stay

It was good for the price. Nice size. I didn't like that our cottage was made to accommodate someone in a wheelchair. No one in my party was in a wheelchair. The bathroom sink had no place to put your items because it was all made to accommodate a wheelchair. No bathtub because it was a handicap shower. Also, there was no stove. The owner should provide some kind of portable plug in electric or infrared stove top, some pots and pans, so people can cook. Otherwise, everything was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was probably the best rental experience I've had. No surprises and quick communication with our host. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

A T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great place to stay and the only one we look for when we visit our daughter at SIU.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

I P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! In one of the other cabins they had three dogs and they were loud. Alto winery was a great visit. Fast response from owner. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Violet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Description was perfect. Price was appropriate. Host was easy to contact.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Excellent Central Location for all things Wine / Hiking

Very impressed at how well stocked the cabin is, very close to many places we enjoy to venture.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barret B.

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

Great centrally located spot

We stayed three nights. We were able to get around to many great hiking and rock climbing spots. Everything was smooth and easy and the cabin is very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Steve Young

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