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Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome
Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 6 232.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Effingham, IL
- Place, Cardinal Golf Course11 min walk
- Place, Effingham Performance Center13 min drive
- Place, Lake Sara15 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Half Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome
Perfect for days spent lounging poolside or out on the lake, this Effingham home is perfect for the whole family! The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom vacation rental invites you to feel at home in the bright living space or cook up dinner in the modern, fully equipped kitchen. For a relaxing sunny afternoon, practice your swing on the greens of Cardinal Golf Course, grab a bite at Firefly Grill, or head down to the private dock to cast a fishing line into Lake Sara, just steps from your back door!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Private Pool | Pets Allowed | Free WiFi & Smart TV | Waterfront Deck
Perfect for those seeking a quiet getaway, this family home will have you relaxing lakeside and exploring the charming town of Effingham in the heart of the midwest!
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Day Bed, Trundle Bed
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private pool (open mid-April to mid-November), patio space, furnished deck, private dock, hammock, covered front porch
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, decorative fireplace, large windows, wooden dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, kitchen island
GENERAL: Free WiFi, air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, washer/dryer
FAQ: Quiet hours (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM), pet fee (paid pre-trip), step-free access
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), RV parking available, no street or lawn parking
-- THE LOCATION --
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Lake Sara (on-site access), Cardinal Golf Course (1.3 miles), J & J Marina (1.7 miles), Evergreen Hollow Park (6.4 miles), Bliss Park (7.5 miles), Wildcat Hollow State Habitat Area (20.9 miles), Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic State (37.1 miles)
THINGS TO DO: Sculptures of the Avenues (7.0 miles), Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum (7.0 miles), Village Square Mall (8.2 miles), My Garage Corvette Museum & Retail Store (8.3 miles), Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion (12.5 miles)
EFFINGHAM EATERIES: Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse (5.0 miles), Firefly Grill (5.3 miles), Niemerg’s Steakhouse (6.4 miles), Gabby Goat American Pub & Grill (7.2 miles), Puerto Vallarta (9.2 miles)
AIRPORTS: Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (89.8 miles), Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (111.0 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2, must be leashed at all times)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- No loud music is allowed at any time
- Must be at least 21 years old to book and must be present on premises
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
- NOTE: RVs may be parked on the property but may not be used for sleeping accommodations due to Lake Authority Ordinances
- NOTE: The pool is open mid-April to mid-November
- NOTE: There is a strict max occupancy of 6 guests
-- THE PROPERTY --
Private Pool | Pets Allowed | Free WiFi & Smart TV | Waterfront Deck
Perfect for those seeking a quiet getaway, this family home will have you relaxing lakeside and exploring the charming town of Effingham in the heart of the midwest!
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Day Bed, Trundle Bed
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private pool (open mid-April to mid-November), patio space, furnished deck, private dock, hammock, covered front porch
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, decorative fireplace, large windows, wooden dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, kitchen island
GENERAL: Free WiFi, air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, washer/dryer
FAQ: Quiet hours (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM), pet fee (paid pre-trip), step-free access
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), RV parking available, no street or lawn parking
-- THE LOCATION --
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Lake Sara (on-site access), Cardinal Golf Course (1.3 miles), J & J Marina (1.7 miles), Evergreen Hollow Park (6.4 miles), Bliss Park (7.5 miles), Wildcat Hollow State Habitat Area (20.9 miles), Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic State (37.1 miles)
THINGS TO DO: Sculptures of the Avenues (7.0 miles), Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum (7.0 miles), Village Square Mall (8.2 miles), My Garage Corvette Museum & Retail Store (8.3 miles), Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion (12.5 miles)
EFFINGHAM EATERIES: Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse (5.0 miles), Firefly Grill (5.3 miles), Niemerg’s Steakhouse (6.4 miles), Gabby Goat American Pub & Grill (7.2 miles), Puerto Vallarta (9.2 miles)
AIRPORTS: Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (89.8 miles), Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (111.0 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2, must be leashed at all times)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- No loud music is allowed at any time
- Must be at least 21 years old to book and must be present on premises
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
- NOTE: RVs may be parked on the property but may not be used for sleeping accommodations due to Lake Authority Ordinances
- NOTE: The pool is open mid-April to mid-November
- NOTE: There is a strict max occupancy of 6 guests
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Effingham
Located in Effingham, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Ballard Nature Center and Lake Sara reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bliss Park and Effingham County Fairgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.

Effingham, IL
What's nearby
- Cardinal Golf Course - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Effingham Performance Center - 13 min drive - 9.3 km
- Lake Sara - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
- Cross at the Crossroads - 16 min drive - 14.1 km
- Effingham County Courthouse - 17 min drive - 12.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Golden Corral - 12 min drive
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 11 min drive
- Culver's - 12 min drive
- Niemerg's Steakhouse - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Evolve

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