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Mudline Lodging your premier Cabin Rental in Southern Illinois!

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A sign for Mudline Lodging with a green roof and a landscaped area with plants and mulch.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining table with chairs.
Three bunk beds with purple bedding in a room with wooden walls and a small table with a lamp.
A small building with a door and windows, a picnic table, and a bench in front.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and cabinet.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Murphysboro, IL
  • Place, Kinkaid Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Levan Townhall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Paul Ice Recreation Area
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mudline Lodging your premier Cabin Rental in Southern Illinois!

Mudline Lodging Cabin, Rental in Southern Illinois is one of the closes rentals to Kinkaid Lake and in the heart of Southern Illinois in a quiet country setting. We currently have 1 fully stocked 1 room Cabin (Whitetail).

Mudline Lodging is the perfect location for your Hunting, Fishing, Family Vacation, Romantic Weekend, or Girls Get-A-Way. We are able to fit your every need. We have a common area with a swing, a fire pit, a picnic table, and a large area for the kids to play. As we said before we are in the heart of Southern Illinois just minutes from Kinkaid Lake and the Shawnee National Forest. Not to mention several Breweries, some of our favorites are a few: Big Muddy Brewing, Scratch Brewery, Brews Brothers, and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Mudline Lodging is located 10 miles from Murphysboro, IL the BBQ Capital of Illinois. Home to the World Famous 17th Street BBQ and Pat’s BBQ and several other great places to eat and shop. We are only 11 miles from Ava, IL which also has great food and quaint little shops to explore. We hope you enjoy your visit with us and can’t wait to show you what Southern Illinois and Mudline Lodging has to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 845416vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Murphysboro

Located in Murphysboro, this cabin is in a rural area. Kinkaid Village Marina and The Bluffs Vineyard and Winery 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 Mississippi River. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Murphysboro, IL

What's nearby

  • Kinkaid Lake - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Levan Townhall - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Paul Ice Recreation Area - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Glenn Schlimpert Recreation Area - 13 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Lake Murphysboro State Park - 15 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 29 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Slips Hideaway - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Corner Tavern - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Southpaw Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mudline Lodging your premier Cabin Rental in Southern Illinois! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mudline Lodging your premier Cabin Rental in Southern Illinois!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mudline Lodging your premier Cabin Rental in Southern Illinois!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mudline Lodging your premier Cabin Rental in Southern Illinois!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mudline Lodging your premier Cabin Rental in Southern Illinois! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Levan Townhall and 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Kinkaid Lake. Paul Ice Recreation Area and Glenn Schlimpert Recreation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, property and area!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was easy to find, clean, and right in the middle of everything we wanted to do
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was quiet,clean and just a good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

bob&cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying here. The place was overall really clean, and It met the expectations of our family. We will definitely stay here again given the opportunity. The hosts are very accommodating and responsive to anything you ask.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice secluded location. Just a short drive to Kincaid Lake Marina. convenient parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

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

Great location

Great location close to Kinkaid Lake. Clean, comfortable beds. Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was looking for a place to relax and unwind, this place worked perfect.It was off the beaten path, clean, and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

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

Another Great Stay

We have stayed at this property several times and as always another great experience. Owners are the absolute best and the Cabin is always clean and ready before check in.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

ANDREW C.

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

Stay

Nice place to stay if fishing or hunting in the area for 4 guys.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tripp N.

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

Perfect for hunting trips

We had a five day hunt on public land and the cabin met our needs perfectly!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig and Marsha J.

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

Great stay as usual

Nice privacy and location for fishing Kinkaid. Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

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

Great stay

The cabin was just what we needed for fishing at lake Kinkaid. Only 6 minutes from the boat launch. The beds were comfortable,kitchen well stocked, the bathroom and shower very nice. We thought it was perfect for 2 guy's fishing and not spending a boat load of money.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terresa H.

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

Cabin getaway

Love this place!!Peaceful and very clean. Had all we needed except food and drink. Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

Awesome

Our stay for the 2017 Eclipse couldn't have been better, Cabin was very clean and had everything we needed. Couldn't ask for more. Will be staying again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We enjoyed having you stay with us during the Eclipse and you were so friendly and helpful to our other guest. Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review and we can't wait until your next visit. Jay & Melba
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri K.

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

Awesome Moon rise

Very laid back, quiet, and relaxing!! We had a wonderful time as usual! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessayca H.

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

Perfect place to stay

Property was quiet and nice. Perfect for a place to stay for a hunting or fishing get away. Or even a little family as a place to sleep. As a family of 4 with a 4 year old and 1 year old it was perfect size. Country / outdoors setting and cheaper than most hotel rooms but about the same size. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth P.

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

Pool tournament

We rented this because SIU was graduating and all hotels were booked in the area. This place knocked it out of the park way better than a hotel. Will be back again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tana J.

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

Eclipse

It was the perfect place to view the Eclipse. Open fields...very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rickie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Relaxing and Quiet Trip

This is the 2nd. time we stayed there and it is worth the money. Clean Quiet. The one thing would help is to have a small Love seat to set on and a couple wood kitchen chairs. I would recommend it. So close to the Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Matt C.

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

Bedbugs?

Woke up with many bug bites on back, arms and legs
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nicole A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Second stay

This was our second stay at this cabin. The location is great for our needs to be close to Kinkaid Lake. Easy access in and out of the property. The cabin is as described but could use a deep clean as the fall spiders were very noticeable, cobwebs all over the ceiling and bathroom needed cleaned as well. There are also two small leak spots with mold on the walls. We did stay 3 days and would recommend staying here again with a little upkeep for future travelers.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Gaining access into the cabin was a bit confusing because it seemed like there were two separate numbers to use and it was very unconventional, unlike any other place we've stayed. But we figured it out and it was fine. The place itself was really cute, albeit a bit more rustic than we had thought. Also, it could have been helpful if there were a few more towels, I.E, hand towels in the bathroom and perhaps a mat to step on when getting out of the shower. But the price was very fair for what it was, and we're not staying at the Ritz carlton, so for the price there's really not much to complain about.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Ruth O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Perfect for glamping

A better description of the property would be "glamping". We weren't prepared for the rustic (perfect fishing or hunting lodge) accomodations.We were not able to stay there the last two nights. The rating for the property manager isn't a fair question. It didn't apply in this instance but it wouldn't take the review otherwise.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jay & Melba

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We built Mudline Lodging so families like us who love to travel to new place and enjoy the outdoors had a place to stay when coming to visit Southern Illinois. We have 4 daughters and have travel all over with them and we love what renting a house gives you time together as a family.

Why they chose this property

We built our Cabin so our guest would get the chance to experience one of the best things it has to offer.... The Outdoors, fresh air and a million stars.

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