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Whispering Oaks - Cozy cabin in the woods

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A cabin with a porch, two chairs, and a covered grill area.
A compact kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, and a window providing natural light.
A gravel path leading into a wooded area with a signpost indicating a deer crossing area.
Exterior
A bathroom with a white door, a sink with a mirror above it, and a wooden wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Bluford, IL
  • Place, Jefferson County Fairgrounds
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, King City Square Shopping Center
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Rend Lake
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms

About this property

Whispering Oaks - Cozy cabin in the woods

Get away from the hustle and bustle of life. Enjoy the stately trees, the soothing water fountain, and the deer, turkey, and squirrels roaming the premises. Need to stretch your legs? Take a stroll on the trails on this 14 acre property. Bring your camp chairs, pull some wood from the lean-to, and enjoy a cozy evening around the fire ring. Fire up the gas grill, and put your grilling expertise to work. Kick back and relax.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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 and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Put towels in washer And sheets in clothes hamper.
Text ‘check out’ to the host when leaving.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No pets on furniture and bed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3216396vb
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 first aid kit
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

Bluford

Bluford is home to this cabin. Veterans Memorial Park and Lincoln Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jefferson County Fairgrounds and Cedarhurst Center for the Arts.
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Map
Bluford, IL

What's nearby

  • Jefferson County Fairgrounds - 24 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Veterans Memorial Park - 24 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Lincoln Park - 25 min drive - 33.2 km
  • King City Square Shopping Center - 25 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Rend Lake - 34 min drive - 58.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪American Legion Bluford - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Derail's Elevator Adjacent Blues Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tsamma Juice - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Jacks Burrito Shack - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Yellow rose smokehouse - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Oaks - Cozy cabin in the woods pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Whispering Oaks - Cozy cabin in the woods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Oaks - Cozy cabin in the woods?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Oaks - Cozy cabin in the woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Oaks - Cozy cabin in the woods located?

Situated in Bluford, this cabin is within 16 miles (25 km) of Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Veterans Memorial Park and Cedarhurst Center for the Arts. Crossroads Community Hospital and King City Square Shopping Center are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time ,very quiet and serene.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time and cant wait to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2026
Great! Thankyou for leaving the cabin in great shape!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great for what we needed. Cozy and quiet. A awesome place to relax after a long trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Thankyou for being great guests!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
It was functional and the location was convenient for what we needed. Was a bit smaller than what we expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice, quiet cabin in a beautiful location! We enjoyed walking around the pond and exploring the property!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2026
Thanks for staying at Whispering Oaks and leaving the cabin in excellent condition!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Great place!!

We absolutely loved the cabin and the property will absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Eric was a great guest! We would host them again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angel M.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Property was just what we were looking for to getaway for an evening.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam A.

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

nice cabin

Nice cabin with all the essentials and INCREDIBLE
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2024
Adam was a fine guest. Would host again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah T.

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

Just traveling through.

This was a great spot to stop on our travels. Private and relaxing!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2023
Thank you for being great guests! The cabin was left in super shape! would host again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rod p.

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

Enjoyable getaway

Nice little cabin tucked away in the woods Very relaxing with fire pit & front porch overlooking the pond and fountain
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2023
Rod left the cabin in super shape and was very respectful! Would be glad to host again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Perfect getaway

We had such a great time! It was a beautiful property and definitely much needed for everyone. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Abigail D.

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

Whispering Oaks Review

My friends and I enjoyed staying at the property ver my much! it was so cute and homey. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2023
Thankyou and we are glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

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

Peace Cabin with privacy

Our stay was wonderful. It was the perfect little cabin in the woods, very peaceful, quiet, and relaxing with lots of privacy. Glendon was great to work with and responded quickly to any questions we had. Will definitely stay at in the future.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2024
Great guests! Very communicative! Welcome back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

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

AAA+

Very nice cabin, it was everything we needed, very peaceful would definitely recommend to everyone that enjoys staying away from the hustle and bustle
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Delightful spot hidden away

We loved hanging out by the pond and took our dogs for a great walk where we all had a fantastic time. It's cozy here and very peaceful. Wonderful family bonding time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle K.

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

Wonderful quiet cozy cabin

They had everything you needed it was super clean and the location is ideal The host was very kind!!! Thanks again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2023
Thank you for being great guest! We would host again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad W.

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

Wonderful Cabin in the woods!

We loved our stay at the cozy cabin! Our teenage daughter was excited to have some of her own space in the loft. Came for the eclipse and were so delighted with the beautiful setting of this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 April 2024
Chad’s family were very respectful guest! Would definitely host again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Will book again

Very clean and everything you would need. Close to towns and small family cafes to eat. Yet off the road enough it was very private and felt like camping but in a tiny house. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2023
Great communication! Would host Pat again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bootsy L.

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

Lovely

Thank you for allowing our dog to be there. The house had all the things we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2024
Great communication! Thanks for respecting house rules!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Liked the place. Sleeping five is a stretch. Gas grill did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kirstyn D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good little spot for a private getaway

We enjoyed our stay, although the pest control people came and knocked on the door in the morning and there were cockroachs in the coffee maker, as well as mice in the outside storage box. Otherwise, perfect for a private getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
It is our goal to provide an enjoyable experience while you stay with us. We have been taking steps to remove the pests and hopefully the problem will not reoccur.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harriett Z.

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

Quiet Get Away

Loved watching all the woodpeckers in the woods. What a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2023
Great guests! Welcome back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful getaway

I loved being surrounded by timber! The water fountain gave off some beautiful sounds and it was so peaceful. My mom, her best friend and I stayed for the weekend and had a blast. It was super clean!! It was the cleanest Air B&B I’ve ever been too. The owners were also very nice and laid back. I would definitely go again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2023
Super guests! Very communicative !! Would definitely host them again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candice V.

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

Anniversary

It was perfect,unfortunately we had to leave 3 days early and qyickly due to a family emergency,but we will for sure be back!!! Very peaceful, the cabin had everything we needed i packed toiletries, dishes,ect. And it already had everything,down to towels as well. Owners greeted us and were very kind,definantly give this place 5 stars plus!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2023
Great guests! Would host again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

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

Little oasis

Loved staying at yhe cabin,my dogs loved running around the house and pond! Itwas super quiet and tranquil. I just would have liked ceramic coffee mugs instead of plastic.Coffee tastes better in glass or ceramic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2023
We’re glad you enjoyed your stay! There are ceramic coffee mugs in the drawer. I’m sorry if you did not find them.!

About the host

Hosted by Glendon Strite

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We are a family with six children that live on a farm. We are involved in the food production business and do some hay farming.

Why they chose this property

This property allows you sit back and enjoy nature that God has given us to enjoy.

Languages:

English

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