The Canary at Lake of Egypt

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Location
Host

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4130 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Creal Springs, IL

Shawnee National Forest1 min walk
Lake of Egypt4 min walk
Ferne Clyffe State Park22 min drive
Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)28 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

The Canary is a small home with an open floor plan located directly on the Lake of Egypt in Creal Springs, IL. Perfect for a small family or couple’s retreat. Swim safely in the quiet cove with no thru traffic, enjoy morning coffee on the perch or in the spa overlooking the lake surrounded by trees and local wildlife. Many nearby attractions including hiking, fishing, boating, wineries, and much more.

The space
Entire house, keyless entry, free uncovered parking, access to dock and swimming area, paddle boat and 4 kayaks, spa tub. Pontoon boat rental available to qualified renters, although we do not rent it on the major summer holiday weekends (Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day) and boat is in winter storage from November through March depending on weather.
Guest access
Entire house, dock, swimming area, spa tub. Ask owner about free local boat ramp use if needed.
Other things to note
Loft bedroom requires ladder entry

New house has been built next door, not visible in pictures, but does not interfere with spa privacy.

Property manager

Erin Anderson

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 deadlock

About the area

Creal Springs

Located in Creal Springs, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Harmony Trailhead and Kokopelli Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Creal Springs, IL

What's nearby

Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk
Lake of Egypt - 4 min walk
Ferne Clyffe State Park - 22 min drive
Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 24 min drive
Giant City State Park - 43 min drive

Getting around

Carbondale Station - 37 min drive
Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

Wendy's - 16 min drive
Subway - 21 min drive
Big Blues Que - 15 min drive
Town Square Pub - 21 min drive
Whiffle Boys Pizza Goreville - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Canary at Lake of Egypt pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

5 March 2024

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

Canary on the lake

We enjoyed our stay at the house. There was plenty to do from kayaks to hot tub and grilling, etc. Would stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nichole M., Pinckneyville, Illinois

18 February 2024

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

Nice Getaway Property

My husband and I had a really nice time at The Canary. The property was very cute and had everything we needed for the weekend. I appreciated that the kitchen was stocked with everything needed to cook with and there were plenty of towels and linens provided. I also noticed there was a nice stock of shampoo, conditioner, and body wash if you were to forget anything at home. The Canary was also stocked with extra toilet paper, trash bags, and cleaning supplies as well as full access to the washer/dryer. My husband and I enjoyed lounging on the couch and watching tv as well as watching the sunset from the hot tub. If I were to play another trip to this area, I would stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniece R.

11 November 2023

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

Stay at lake of Egypt

We stayed here while visiting family at the lake, everything was as described, comfy bed and couch, nice size tv’s and lighting. Would stay again!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 October 2023

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

Awesome place.

This is a very nice place to stay. Loved the boat dock and the swings on it. Loved the hot tub and the location of the hot tub. Inside was very nice and easy access to the outside. Many wineries that you can spend the day at like we did.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Anna T.

17 September 2023

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

Great little place!

This was the perfect house for our weekend getaway. Very clean, the host was very responsive, and we had everything we needed. We would definitely recommend this place and would love to stay here again next time.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Erin Anderson

I grew up on Lake of Egypt and am happy to live here full time so my kids can have the same unforgettable experience. My husband and I own and manage 2 short term rentals as well as a nearby boat rehab and repair shop. We love sharing Southern Illinois and all it has to offer with guests from around the world!

Why they chose this property

The Canary is located directly on the water in a quiet and fairly private no wake cove with very little road or water traffic. We love that our kids can kayak, swim, and paddle boat safely right off the dock. Several amenities are just minutes away including restaurants, Just Add Water bait and tackle shop, Dollar General, and even an ice cream shop. The City of Marion is just a short drive and has anything else you could need from shopping, restaurants, and entertainment.

What makes this property unique

Peace and quiet, being tucked away in a small cove gives The Canary a wonderful sense of tranquility. Morning coffee on the perch is always an experience with squirrels, birds, deer, rabbits, foxes, turtles, fish, and more. It is also very easy to get to and doesn't require miles of hilly, curvy roads.