A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Lake of Egypt
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Dogs and cats allowed
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Creal Springs, IL
Lake of Egypt
Place, Lake of Egypt
1 min walk
Giant City State Park
Place, Giant City State Park
35 min drive
Southern Illinois University
Place, Southern Illinois University
39 min drive
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
26 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Lower Level Studio Apartment
2 Double Beds
3 bathrooms
Basement Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Master Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Perfect Lakeside Retreat at Lake of Egypt-Huge home for 2 Families, Dock & Beach
***DOCK WITH 2 COVERED BOAT SLIPS, SUNDECK, BEACH, PEDAL BOAT, & FIRE PIT!*** Home has been remodeled with new flooring, kitchens, granite countertop. Check out our newly designed shoreline, firepit, and huge sandy private beach!
Come explore what Southern Illinois has to offer for your next family vacation!
Our Lakeside Retreat is located on the beautiful Lake of Egypt, popular for fishing, boating, and water sports. This tranquil waterfront home is situated on a private road and features vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a stone wood burning fireplace, and a large deck overlooking the lake. There is also a separate full walkout Basement Studio Apartment with 2 double beds, Living Room, full Kitchen, and full Bath plus Patio with beautiful lake views as well! Room enough for at least 2 families comfortably! The house has lake views in the front and back, and is situated off the ski area in a no wake zone with deep water off the dock. The dock is a covered one boat slip with huge 12'x28' sundeck to enjoy all the lake has to offer as well as the picturesque sunsets! There is a 4 person pedal boat for your use during your stay. There is also a private sand beach and a built in fire pit on shore for evening campfire activities!
The open floor plan of the main living area is ideal for entertaining. The large kitchen has loads of cabinets that wrap around the entire kitchen and includes a built in kitchenette area with seating. Full dining room with seating for 8 and living room with leather couches and stone fireplace. The Master Bedroom with queen size bed is complete with Master Bath with a roman tub and double sink and walk-in closet. The upper level consists of 3 bedrooms (all Queen beds) and 2 full baths. In addition to the spacious main floor, there is a fully finished Basement with separate entrance accessed from the outside. The lower level living area is set up as a studio apartment and includes a bathroom with shower, kitchen, dinette area, living room area with couches and TV, and a bedroom area with two double beds. New cooling memory foam mattresses placed in basement Aug. 2021. The walk out patio with sliding glass doors and picture window offer beautiful views of the lake. All bed linens are provided and a washer/dryer are on premises. Guests are asked to bring towels.
There is also a small book library and a selection of games, toys for your use during your stay. A portable crib/ playpen and queen air bed is available. Pets may be allowed per owner approval at an additional fee and deposit, however, the yard isn't fenced, and dogs must be on leashes. Dog leads are also available.
If traveling with a boat, you may launch it at any one of the marinas, which are only 5 minutes away. Boats may also be rented at the marinas.
Self-check-in / No-contact check-in Check-In at 4pm Check-Out at 10am
This home is located within minutes from I-57, Giant City State Park, Tunnel Hill, Southern IL wine trails, and plenty of shopping and restaurants in the town of Marion.
Keywords: Private, getaway, ranch, house, home, hotel, vacation rental, vacation home, resort, Southern Illinois, Lake of Egypt, Illinois lakes, Illinois vacation, Creal Springs, Marion, Crab Orchard, wine trails
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Only allowed outside
Refer to Guest Agreement signed upon booking.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 354805vb
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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Creal Springs
Located in Creal Springs, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Kokopelli Golf Club and Blue Sky Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Marion Cultural and Civic Center and Williamson County Fairgrounds. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.
Southern Illinois University - 39 min drive - 53.2 km
Getting around
Carbondale Station - 44 min drive
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Acee's Neighborhood Market & Deli - 22 min drive
Wendy's - 17 min drive
Tommy Macks Marina - 13 min drive
Cross-Eyed Bear - 13 min drive
Phil’s Bar And Grill - 25 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Perfect Lakeside Retreat at Lake of Egypt-Huge home for 2 Families, Dock & Beach pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Perfect Lakeside Retreat at Lake of Egypt-Huge home for 2 Families, Dock & Beach?
As of 5 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Perfect Lakeside Retreat at Lake of Egypt-Huge home for 2 Families, Dock & Beach on 8 September 2026 start from NZ$1,101, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Perfect Lakeside Retreat at Lake of Egypt-Huge home for 2 Families, Dock & Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Perfect Lakeside Retreat at Lake of Egypt-Huge home for 2 Families, Dock & Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Perfect Lakeside Retreat at Lake of Egypt-Huge home for 2 Families, Dock & Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Perfect Lakeside Retreat at Lake of Egypt-Huge home for 2 Families, Dock & Beach located?
Nestled on the beach, this Creal Springs holiday home is just steps away from Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. Goreville City Park and Ferne Clyffe State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful cabin, gorgeous surroundings, amazing time with family which included children and 2 small dogs! Thank you so much for your kindness, flexibility, and allowing this us to make wonderful memories together at your splendid cabin! A
Wonderful long weekend stay for our family. Owners were so wonderful and were very easy to communicate with about the check-in, check-out and with any issues we may have had.
Exactly what we needed! Great location and good place for families. We had 6 adults and two kids and plenty of space. We rented a boat and a jet ski. The property was clean and had everything needed in the kitchen. The host was responsive to questions. Would absolutely stay here again.
Loved everything about this vacation! Beautiful view, nice deck, and the fire pit was fantastic! The house was the perfect size for our group of 8! I will stay here again!
My husband is on oxygen 24/7 and this location was perfect, he could sit on the deck and watch everyone fish and swim . Beautiful weather too. Really enjoyed ourselves
Jane W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2023
I'm so happy to hear that all of you enjoyed your trip to our Lakeside Retreat!
Loved the separate area for the teens downstairs. Great gentle slope to the boat dock and the fire pit was nice to relax at by the water in the evening.
The house is very accommodating for large families. It was very clean and the owners paid attention to detail, making it a warm and inviting place to enjoy being with family and at the same time enjoy the lake. We would choose this place again!!
Piotr H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Thank you so much! I take great care in keeping the home clean, cozy, and inviting for all of my guests. I look forward to welcoming your family to stay again soon!
The view and access to the Lake was amazing! The house was clean and simple, just enough to stay in and enjoy the Lake for the weekend. Host was friendly during this time. Neighborhood quiet. We enjoyed the visit.
This home exceeded our expectations, it was beautiful and the perfect lake house adventure. It was spacious, clean, inviting, comfortable and it had everything we needed for our family weekend getaway. The deck, yard, dock and firepit were perfect for sitting outside to soak up some sun and to finish off our evenings with a cozy fire. We will definitely be making a return trip to this location.
My extended family was looking for a place to meet up for a long weekend, and this house ticked all the boxes. We enjoyed the outdoor area and spent most of our time swimming/skiing off the dock. It was also nice to have the separate downstairs apartment for people who wanted to stay up later by the fire. We will be back!
This place was perfect for our girl getaway! The house is adorable, clean and convenient! Our favorite part was the little beach! Is was awesome to be able to walk in and out and it was just fun! The fire pit area was also a treat! (Even though it was way too hot for a fire :) Perfect vibe!
Heather S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
I'm so glad that you enjoyed! Hey, come on back in the fall for another girls trip when you can use the fire pit and enjoy the beautiful fall foliage surrounding the lake!
Thank you for the lovely week. The views were amazing. We have travelled to a lot of lakes in the Midwest & this one tops them all. Very peaceful & quiet! The beach & dock were clean and wonderful to lounge on all day and night! Bonfire area was a huge perk. We will be back!
Kendra S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Lovely review, thanks so much! We look forward to hearing from you to book your next trip!
About the host
Hosted by Cynthia Doehler
I am a Realtor with RE/MAX and also am a real estate investor. I have assisted clients buy and sell their homes and move to the Lake of Egypt area. It's a great spot to retire. I've had clients vacation at this Lakeside Retreat and fall in love with the area. If you or your family or friends are considering a move, I'd be happy to help.
Why they chose this property
We are from the Chicagoland area, and I have been traveling to Lake of Egypt since I was a little girl with my family. It is a special part of my memories as a child, and now that I have children of my own, it is special for them, too. I've been to lakes in Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin, and nothing compares to Lake of Egypt. We love it and we love Southern IL. We would like to open our home to other families and friends so that they can also create fond memories of their own at Lake of Egypt!
What makes this property unique
Cyndi's favorite spot- Drinking my morning coffee on the deck overlooking the peaceful, still lake and watching the Great Blue Heron perched on my dock.
Tom's favorite spot- In his fishing boat searching for those Largemouth Bass in Sugar Creek.
The Kids' Favorite spot- On the private beach playing in the sand, catching minnows with nets, and swimming.