Biking on Tunnel Hill State Trail - Solitude - Peaceful - Quiet - Johnson County

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2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

New Burnside, IL

Shawnee National Forest1 min walk
Lake of Egypt23 min drive
Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)32 min drive
Ferne Clyffe State Park33 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Basement Bathroom

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

King Bathroom

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

Queen Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Biking on Tunnel Hill State Trail - Solitude - Peaceful - Quiet

Raley (Rail-eee) Road Retreat is your secluded getaway for cycling and more - quiet and private. This property sits back off the road to the northwest, and is mostly obscured from view by trees and the sloping land. A horseshoe gravel driveway allows guests to drive up from either the east or west entrances. Each driveway entrance has the Raley Road Retreat signage to help identify the property. At any time as you step outside or drive up, you might encounter deer, turkeys, or an occasional eagle. Though rural, the house has smart locks and internet which uplifts the functionality a guest might need! Each room has been decorated with a tasteful and fun mixture of old and new décor and furniture; many pieces guests use now were used by the owners. Two bedrooms are available; one has a King Bed and the other a Queen Bed. Both bedrooms have ensuite full bathrooms, and each bathroom has a double sink. Both mattresses are cooling memory foam, and if you enjoy a firm mattress, the Queen Room is your best bet! Shampoo, conditioner and lotion are stocked in each bathroom as well as towels for drying off and makeup towels. The hair dryer is stored in the King bathroom. Each bedroom has USB recharging ports either on the bedside lamps or nightstands, or both! THE KITCHEN has all basic utensils and items for preparing food; including a coffee maker and coffee grounds ready to be used! Speaking of coffee, THE BASEMENT is outfitted with a Keurig and microwave. It also has a bike stand for indoor storage of any bikes you bring along. One fun feature of the basement is a large, 3'X4' map of Tunnel Hill Bike Trail and where Raley Road is along that path, in addition to listings of area attractions! The basement also has a full bath which is handy if a guest just arrived from the trail and needs a quick bathroom stop. Two bookshelves, one in the basement and another on the main floor are stocked with various books, maps, games, and guides to local areas of interest.

Need to do laundry during your stay? We have you covered. Our new LG washer and dryer are set up in the mud room just outside the kitchen. Laundry detergent and dryer sheets will be provided for your ease.

Property manager

Lena Fairless

Premier Host

Amenities

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please inquire about baby items you might need.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please stay within the marked yard perimeter boundaries. Your comfort and safety is solely your responsibility.

Your comfort and safety is solely your responsibility; the presence of wild animals is to be expected.

These terms and conditions can change at any time. If there are any legal proceedings, all shall be in the county in which the unit is located.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Creal Springs

Located in Creal Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area. Tunnel Hill State Trail and Hogg Hollow Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Williamson County Fairgrounds and The Chocolate Factory. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

New Burnside, IL

What's nearby

Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk
Lake of Egypt - 23 min drive
Ferne Clyffe State Park - 33 min drive
Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 55 min drive
Giant City State Park - 57 min drive

Getting around

Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

Big Blues Que - 14 min drive
Bella Terra Winery - 12 min drive
Bynum's RT 45 BBQ - 11 min drive
Big Boys On The Loop - 6 min drive
Windy Hill Vineyard & Winery - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Biking on Tunnel Hill State Trail - Solitude - Peaceful - Quiet pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Biking on Tunnel Hill State Trail - Solitude - Peaceful - Quiet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Biking on Tunnel Hill State Trail - Solitude - Peaceful - Quiet?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Biking on Tunnel Hill State Trail - Solitude - Peaceful - Quiet located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Shawnee National Forest and 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Lake of Egypt. Vienna City Park and Vienna Public Library are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

27 March 2024

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

Wonderful location and fantastic stay!

Literally right across from the bike trail. Extremely clean. Extremely quiet. Host went out of their way to deliver items we requested after our arrival. Host also went out of their way to acquire a bag toss game and arrange a grill setup (which was not on the list of amenities). One of very few places that we have stayed where we did not have to take time to clean the microwave and refrigerator prior to use. Ferne Clyffe State Park has very nice hiking trails and is within half an hour. Garden of the Gods is also very nice, but is slightly farther away. We stayed with another couple, enjoyed the fact that the house is set up with two master bedrooms and bathrooms, and we would certainly stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

K B., Manchester

18 October 2023

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

Wonderful Stay

This was a perfect place for a long weekend adventure in Shawnee National Forest. We loved our stay and were able to enjoy hiking, biking, wineries, and all the region had to offer. Would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

8 October 2023

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

Wonderful Property

Lovely cabin on a beautiful property! Great location away from it all but close enough to all the hiking trails and activities. The owner was not only very responsive, but provided so many little extras to make your stay comfortable. Thank you for a great weekend!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joni W.

25 September 2023

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

What a GREAT getaway!

Wow! What an amazing place to stay right on the Tunnel Hill Trail! We were able to ride right out of the basement onto the trail. From the moment we walked in the house, you could tell the hosts had thoroughly thought out what renters may need or want. From having the tools for bikes, to having sandwich bags there so we could pack a lunch for the trail. They had magazines, pamphlets, and maps to inform you of what other things to do in the area. They supplied everything! The house was warm and very welcoming. We woke up every morning to walk out and see the deer in the yard eating and squirrels gathering nuts. It was very peaceful and quiet, a GREAT getaway. A definite 10 out 10!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lena Fairless

We are grateful for the opportunity to allow our guests to enjoy the peacefulness of this house. It might surprise some, but southern Illinois has a lot of interesting places to visit and Raley Road Retreat is a great jumping-off point for those.

Why they chose this property

Stepping outside, if you are quiet you might catch a glimpse of deer or turkey (especially on the west side of the property out by the orchard)! The wind blowing through the leaves is a soft, quiet sound. Every once in a while you can hear the far-off voices of someone enjoying the Tunnel Hill State Trail.

What makes this property unique

As far as we can tell, there are very few houses for rent along the Tunnel Hill Bike Trail. We've decorated the interior with a mixture of old and new as well as mixing furniture styles.