10/10 Excellent
Kevin J.
21 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellently
Kevin J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Secluded Tipi {Teepee} In The Shawnee National Forest
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Simpson, IL
- Shawnee National Forest1 min walk
- Dixon Springs State Park18 min drive
- Lake of Egypt56 min drive
- Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional)61 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Dining area
About this property
Secluded Tipi {Teepee} In The Shawnee National Forest
Enjoy a truly unique and relaxing stay at the first glamping Tipi in the Shawnee. The Tipi is in a very secluded, remote and private location only steps away from the Shawnee National Forest. Experience a luxurious and remarkable getaway and explore everything the Shawnee has to offer. You will have direct access to the trail system from the Tipi with Sand Cave, Maxwell Ford and Millstone Lake nearby.
We do have a no guests under 18 and no pets policy.
THE SPACE:
Queen Bed
Coffee Bar
Dining Area
Seating Area
Bathroom (outside shower)
OUTDOORS
Deck Chairs
Gas Grill and Camp Stove
Grate to cook over open fire
Fire Pit Area (Some
Firewood Provided)
Outdoor Bar for Dining
Outside “Kitchen" Sink
Outside Shower
RECREATION IN THE
SHAWNEE
Hogg Hollow Winery- 5 miles
The Chocolate Factory-9 miles
Lake Glendale- 7 miles
Millstone Bluff
Archaeological Area- 5 miles
Shotgun Eddy's/Eddyville-10 miles
Dixon Springs State Park-10 miles
Trigg Tower- 15 minutes
Burden Falls- 15 minutes
Bell Smith Springs- 17 minutes
Jackson Falls- 25 minutes
Pounds Hollow-50 minutes
Rim Rock-45 minutes
Garden of the Gods-45 minutes
E-town River Restaurant-45 minutes
Golconda-25 minutes
Tunnel Hill State Trail (Vienna)-20 minutes
We do have a no guests under 18 and no pets policy.
THE SPACE:
Queen Bed
Coffee Bar
Dining Area
Seating Area
Bathroom (outside shower)
OUTDOORS
Deck Chairs
Gas Grill and Camp Stove
Grate to cook over open fire
Fire Pit Area (Some
Firewood Provided)
Outdoor Bar for Dining
Outside “Kitchen" Sink
Outside Shower
RECREATION IN THE
SHAWNEE
Hogg Hollow Winery- 5 miles
The Chocolate Factory-9 miles
Lake Glendale- 7 miles
Millstone Bluff
Archaeological Area- 5 miles
Shotgun Eddy's/Eddyville-10 miles
Dixon Springs State Park-10 miles
Trigg Tower- 15 minutes
Burden Falls- 15 minutes
Bell Smith Springs- 17 minutes
Jackson Falls- 25 minutes
Pounds Hollow-50 minutes
Rim Rock-45 minutes
Garden of the Gods-45 minutes
E-town River Restaurant-45 minutes
Golconda-25 minutes
Tunnel Hill State Trail (Vienna)-20 minutes
Property manager
Mark Jones
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 fire extinguisher
About the area
Simpson
Simpson is home to this campsite. While the natural beauty of Shawnee National Forest and Dixon Springs State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Hogg Hollow Winery.
Simpson, IL
What's nearby
- Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Hogg Hollow Winery - 13 min drive - 8.7 km
- Dixon Springs State Park - 18 min drive - 17.0 km
- Tunnel Hill State Trail - 30 min drive - 26.6 km
- Lake of Egypt - 56 min drive - 37.1 km
Getting around
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Reviews
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Danielle Z.
23 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect couples getaway!
Danielle Z.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ashley K.
16 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
Ashley K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda R.
7 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Rhonda R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Renee O.
11 June 2025
Renee O.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelsey N.
13 April 2025
Kelsey N.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
About the host
Hosted by Mark Jones
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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