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Outdoorsman Paradise

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Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Deck or patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Wolf Lake, IL
  • Place, Union County State Fish and Wildlife Area
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Grassy Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Anna City Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Girardeau, MO (CGI-Cape Girardeau Municipal)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
Price is avg per night

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About this property

Outdoorsman Paradise

The Rest Area Lodge was built new in 2022 to serve outdoor enthusiasts visiting Southern Illinois for a variety of outdoor activities. The Lodge is located centrally to a lot of fun things to do and features ample room for your traveling party. Guests may enjoy relaxing inside or outside the Lodge as there are a variety of leisure areas to unwind at the end of the day. The Lodge features three bedrooms, six beds and two bathrooms. Each room has a TV with internet access, modern bedding and plenty of storage room. Guests can make use of the mud room to store boots, clothing and gear for easy access and fast entry after a long day. The kitchen features a full set of modern appliances (including dishwasher), a large table with dishes and cookware, and pantry space for dry food storage. Guests can prepare a full meal at any time - or make use of the local delivery services.

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3366165vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Outdoorsman Paradise pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Outdoorsman Paradise?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Outdoorsman Paradise?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Outdoorsman Paradise?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Outdoorsman Paradise located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is steps from Shawnee National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Grassy Lake and Union County State Fish and Wildlife Area. Mississippi River and Anna City Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Outdoorsman Paradise Reviews

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. 12 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri C.

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

Nice

Very nice, comfortable property. Great place for R&R!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Great space in a beautiful cabin. We really enjoyed the screened in back porch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

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

Private

Very relaxing and comfortable with plenty of room for our needs. Very clean, with good amenities. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Friends trip

It was so amazing & host was so easy to communicate with! Such a beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place to stay

Everything was super clean and nice. Beds were super comfortable. The back porch views were great. Jason and his business partner were great host and went above and beyond to make sure we had a good stay. Hopefully we will be back next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Very Nice

The place was as described, clean, roomy and in a very nice country setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Perfect getaway

So we are some SIUC Alumni that have rented this particular home twice for a girls weekend getaway. It so so cozy, clean, and peaceful. We are hoping to keep this an annual trip and we’ve all agreed this is the perfect home to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

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

Guys Weekend

Jason is a great host and the house is clean and beautiful! This rental was a great fit for our group. Hopefully we will be back this year !!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Beautiful home

This house was like new. It was perfect for us 3 couples. We had a great time checking out local bars and hitting wineries. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janette C.

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

Mom Squad Girl Trip

We decided last minute to hit the Wine Trails in Southern Illinois. This new cabin like VRBO was a super find. We loved the layout, the plush towels and robes and the huge screen tv. The screened in back porch was perfect for coffee every morning. It is outside the city - but centrally located to most of the wineries we wanted to visit. Shuttle services are an option for visiting the wineries as well - just do your research. Communication was superb before, during and after our stay. Jason is a great host and has an excellent VRBO setting. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

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

saluki alumni reunion

The rental was absolutely perfect for our girls weekend stay! Set in the middle of farmland, but not too far from town. We hit up coffee shops, wineries and did some hiking. Morning walks were so lovely! Everything was extremely clean and new; every detail was in place. We appreciated the extra touches; the house felt warm, not sterile. Jason was a great communicator and responded quickly. As we made our way through town, so many people commented that they've been watching the house go up & complimented the finished product:) We absolutely plan to return; this may be an annual retreat location for us! Thanks Jason for your home and hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trese F.

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

What a Get-A-Way

We truly enjoyed our stay and all of the amenities. The Cabin was clean enough to let my 7 month old grandson crawl around on the floors. This is a perfect home for a get-a-way or for hunters. I cannot say enough good about this home. You sink into the beds after a long day. There are large bottles of shampoo, conditioner, and soap in the bathrooms with plenty of towels and washcloths. A very large screen TV to relax in front of and a screened in back porch with a screen underneath to keep the flies and.insects out. My partner is a hunter and spent most of his time outside and talking about the amenities for hunters. The kitchen is fully stocked with all of the cooking utensils you will need for your trip. We all had a great time and were fully able to enjoy ourselves just like we were home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024