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3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 41.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Makanda, IL
- Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort11 min walk
- Giant City State Park
- Southern Illinois University13 min drive
- Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!
Cabin located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest and Shawnee Hills Wine Trail!
Only 3 minutes from hiking in Giant City State Park, 5 minutes to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, 6 minutes from SIU, and 8 minutes to Cedar Lake. This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.
Only 3 minutes from hiking in Giant City State Park, 5 minutes to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, 6 minutes from SIU, and 8 minutes to Cedar Lake. This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, 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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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: 40
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Makanda
Located in Makanda, this cabin is in a rural area and next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park, while African American Museum of Southern Illinois and General John A. Logan Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Makanda, IL
What's nearby
- Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Makanda Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
- Southern Illinois University - 13 min drive - 12.9 km
- Campground Beach - 23 min drive - 19.1 km
- Blue Sky Vineyards - 38 min drive - 23.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - 5 min drive
- The Litter Box - 9 min drive
- Alto Vineyards - 23 min drive
- Palace Pizzeria - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Steve Young

Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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