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Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors.

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A kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a dining table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.
A modern kitchen with a wooden island, a dining area with a sofa, and a living room with a couch.
A small, single-story building with a covered porch and a staircase leading to a door.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, a window with blinds, and a door.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Carrier Mills, IL
  • Place, Shawnee National Forest
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Saline County Area Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrisburg Township Park District
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Carrier Mills

Carrier Mills is home to Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors.. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee National Forest and Harrisburg Township Park District, while Saline County Area Museum and Williamson County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Ross Cottom Lanes and Williamson County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting.
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Carrier Mills, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 5 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Saline County Area Museum - 6 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Harrisburg Township Park District - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Shawnee Hills Country Club - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Ross Cottom Lanes - 13 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar-B-Q Barn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors.?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors. on 27 February 2027 start from NZ$488, 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 Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A clean and comfortable place to stay. Very convenient with its amenities like a big kitchen and dining table and a washer and dryer. Plus, it is a short drive to Harrisburg which is a larger town with stores and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
We are happy you found our home comfortable and spacious. You were a gracious guest and we would be happy to see you return.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When you pull up don't let it fool you. Very clean on the inside and well stocked with everything you would need for a weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and place, we’ll rent again!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great little place

My buddy and I had a great few days staying here. It was perfect for our hunting trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 December 2024
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. John and his friend were wonderful guests and were so easy to communicate with. We would be happy to have them as guests again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shawnee getaway

Very clean, comfortable accommodations. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was like home away from home. Loved it would go back .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quiet Weekend

Nice place to stay close to outdoor activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for Shawnee

Perfect place for two friends during our hiking trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
We are happy you both enjoyed your time here in beautiful So Illinois. There is much to do and see in the area. Our home provides a great place to rest from your adventures. We would be happy to welcome you both back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for two nights and it’s stocked very well and kept pretty clean! The mattresses are kinda thin but overall, the stay was great!! The hosts were extremely nice and thoughtful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family visit

The property was clean and next to the trail which was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Deer camp

Great place to set up camp to enjoy southern IL.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2024
We are happy you enjoyed your stay Andy. Southern IL has great places to view and explore.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, I plan on booking alot more
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Conveniently located

Was a good stay that put me close to everything I needed for the week. Don was great to deal with and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2025
Scott was a wonderful guest and easy to communicate with. We would happily have him back.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean but it’s not a Hampton Inn but it’s not the price of one either. Get what you pay for.

The host was very responsive, the place was clean and neat. It’s not some luxury place to stay but for the price you can’t beat it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
We are always happy to assist our guests, as well as providing clean, comfortable, and affordable accommodations.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great base location

Convenient to hikes in the area.Great host. There was bad weather in the area and they messaged us to warn us and also afterwards to check on us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2025
Michael, we are so glad you had a great experience despite the weather. There is too much to see in just a couple days. We would be happy to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

hunting trip 2024

the place was exactly what was stated and was perfect for our purpose.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 November 2024
Jack and his crew were wonderful guests. They took great care of our home and were easy to communicate with. We would be happy to host them again anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Hosts

Such a nice, quiet, and relaxing place to stay. Only a few minutes ride to visit family. Lots of amenities, very clean, and hosts were easy to contact. Could not have asked for a more comfortable experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2024
It was our pleasure hosting your stay. We strive to have open communication with our guests. As well as, making you feel at home. Please reach out to us if you are in our area again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfect HQ

We booked this location for the proximity to all the amazing outdoor adventures in this area. It served as the perfect HQ for this and was otherwise clean and well appointed. I would definitely book this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2024
We are so delighted that you enjoyed your stay and were able to explore the beauty found in our southern home. We would be happy to be your hosts again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a great stay here! It was so convenient and perfect for our family visiting the Garden of the Gods. The kitchen was fully stocked with all cooking utensils, dishes, coffee, pans, etc. My kids loved the big bunk bed! The beds were all very comfortable. We made great memories here! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2024
Thank you for the positive comments and choosing to stay at our home. We are thrilled that your family enjoyed their visit. Making joyful memories is such a blessing.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Carrier Mills

Great location. Very clean, has everything you need. Owner is very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2024
Providing a clean and comfortable place for our guests is always a priority. Thank you for choosing our home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Carrier Mills

The online process to check in was great, the communication with the site manager is awesome, he gets back to you at a reasonable time. The location is convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2024
Thank you for your kind words. We enjoyed hosting your return stay and we appreciate how well you take care of our home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good Stay

We enjoyed our stay at your trailer, the location was good for us, the place was clean and spacious, we would definitely book there again. I would like to see a larger television in the living room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2024
We would be happy to have you as our guests again. Making our place a home away from home is our goal and we appreciate your suggestion.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Country feel

Loved the stay the decor was beautiful . If i forgot soemthing they had it will stay again. Hosts was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 November 2024
We appreciate your kind words. We have tried to make our vacation rental feel like a home away from home for our guests.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Comfy and close to the forest!!

We loved how close we were to all our hikes! The bed was really comfortable and there was plenty of ac and fans to keep us cool in this 90degree heat. The carport was nice to beat the heat. Everything was clean and tidy when we arrived. There was great water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2024
We are so happy you enjoyed your time exploring here in beautiful Southern Illinois. It is our goal and pleasure providing a clean and comfortable stay. Melanie and friends were wonderful guests and we would be more than happy to host them anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The property was very and peaceful. Everything we needed for our stay was provided. Our host had put a porch light on for us and a lamp inside so we would"nt have to be in the dsrk. The air was also turned on so the home would be cool for us. There is a washer and dryer as well as an ironing board and iron. We were very pleased with our stay. I would definately stay again if i was in Carrier Mills.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Mary, We are so pleased that things were to your liking and we want all our guests to feel welcomed from the moment they arrive. The amenities we provide make our place a home away from home. It would be our pleasure to see you and your family stay with us again at the Outpost.
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