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Cozy country setting minutes from Rend Lake

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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Benton, IL
  • Place, Franklin County Fairgrounds
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Rend Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Benton City Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

Sunroom

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy country setting minutes from Rend Lake

Fishing, hunting, and lake life in a semi-rural area, Hill House is a perfect setting for your summer vacation, offering 3 bedrooms, sunroom, and outdoor living space in a peaceful country setting. Rend Lake is the perfect spot for water sports, hunting and fishing, or just enjoying a beautiful hike along the concrete bike trails! Hill House is just 5 minutes from the town of Benton, 10 minutes from Rend Lake, 30 minutes from a more urban area and one hour from the Wine Trails. Spend your days on the lake, going on a winery tour, or exploring the area and your evenings on the porch enjoying the firepit! In addition, Hill House has a covered barn that will hold two boats with electricity to charge batteries!

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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 (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3278442vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Benton

Located in Benton, this holiday home is in a rural area. Pheasant Hollow Winery and Kokopelli Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Franklin County Fairgrounds and Jefferson County Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at I-57 Drag Strip or DuQuoin State Fairgrounds.
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Benton, IL

What's nearby

  • Franklin County Fairgrounds - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Rend Lake - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Benton City Park - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Benton Civic Center - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • I-57 Drag Strip - 9 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Du Quoin Station - 38 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Scooter's Coffee Drive-Thru - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy country setting minutes from Rend Lake pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Cozy country setting minutes from Rend Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy country setting minutes from Rend Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy country setting minutes from Rend Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy country setting minutes from Rend Lake located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Franklin County Fairgrounds and within 6 miles (10 km) of Benton Civic Center and Benton City Park. Rend Lake and Pheasant Hollow Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2026
Thank you for choosing Hill House for your stay! We would gladly host you again if you are in the area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location. Quiet neighborhood. Response from owner was excellent when need. Pet friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2026
Thank you for the review, I'm happy it worked for you all!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay on our drive through the area. Very comfortable home with all of the amenities you could need!Great communications and easy check in!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful hosts, beautiful property. Home was warm and welcoming. Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2026
Thank you for choosing Hill House for your stay!!! We hope to host you all again when you come down!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2025
Thank you for choosing Hill House!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

Great place to stay

Very nice owners and very close
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2024
Thank you for choosing Hill House for your stay! We are happy that our place worked out for you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room. Very accommodating and made it feel like home. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay. Not far from Lend Lake. The house was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

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

Beautiful setting

Very clean and spacious farmhouse. Comfortable and had plenty of little extras to make the stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2025
Thank you! We are happy Hill House worked out for you all!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Payton C.

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

Just what we needed!!!

Perfect location right by our family for some much needed time together. Plenty of space and a beautiful porch to sit on even if it rains!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you for choosing Hill House for your stay! We are happy it worked out for you all!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail E.

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

Fishing trip

Good location,easy to get to Rend Lake. Several good places to eat nearby
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2025
Thank you for choosing Hill House!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
all was good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Great Stay For Local Wedding

This was a perfect location for a local wedding our family attended. Plenty of room to spread out both inside and outdoors.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2024
Thank you Connie for choosing Hill House! I'm so happy it worked out for you and your guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hill House is a great place to stay! Clean, roomy, has plenty of extra supplies. Patio area super nice! Some of our family loved the fishing pond. Ed was very friendly. Close enough for family reunion and plenty of stores and restaurants close by. But still out in the peace n quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachariah S.

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

Great place

The house was nice and clean and the host was very nice and easy to work with. Will definitely come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2024
Thanks for choosing Hill House for your trip! We enjoyed having you all and looking forward to hosting you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Great

It was a great place to stay. Clean and easy to get to. Thank you for the wonderful trip.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2024
Thank you Jason for choosing Hill House! I'm glad it worked out for you, we would love to host you if you are ever in this area again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry J.

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

Fishing trip

Clean, well described and near activities and restaurants. Perfect for our fishing trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2024
Terry thank you for choosing Hill House for your fishing trip! We would love to host you again if you plan another trip down our way!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline V.

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

Family Reunion

Great space for our family to stay in while we were in town fir a family reunion at Rend Lake. Plenty of space to prepare meals and play board games.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
Thank you for choosing Hill House!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CARI M.

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

Great!

This house is the perfect place for a get away with family or friends. We brought our boat and was glad to store it under cover just in case it rained. 10 minutes from S Marcum boat ramp. Owners are very friendly and accommodating. Great communication! We will for sure stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
Thank you Cari for the kind remarks! We look forward to seeing you all again!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

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

Fishing retreat

This property checked all the boxes we wanted, very clean, cozy and close in proximity to fishing spots. We really enjoyed our stay! Thanks Dru
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2024
Thank you for choosing Hill House for your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

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

Fishing trip

Excellent host. Responded to all questions in timely manner. House was in excellent condition and all amenities were great! Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 April 2025
Thank you for choosing Hill House!! I’m so glad it all worked out for your group and we would love to host you again on your future trips down to Southern IL/Rend Lake!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

grandpa

My self and two sons and one great sun in law, stayed at the house while on a fishing outing.The house was clean and very comfortable, the hoste and family was very helpful If we go back to this area would probably stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Thank you for choosing Hill House!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Moms celebration of life

Thank you for the property. It was perfect for celebrating my mom as she has passed on. Allowing us to spent time with family and friends was a great help to allow me to have some closure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2025
Thank you for choosing Hill House! We would welcome you back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty B.

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

Family Time

Great place to stay to visit family in the area. Daughter was impressed with the cleanliness of the tub/shower in main bath. Really worked well for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2024
Thank you for choosing Hill House! We are happy to hear your stay was comfortable and provided you with your needs!

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