Spring is for Hiking! In Town-Private Hot Tub-2 Bikes-Shawnee National Forest

Harrisburg, Illinois
$224 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Condo

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Please note we will be traveling and not have access to internet for the month of April. Our instant booking will still be on for May onward, but because internet is not readily available, it may be several days before you receive a reply from me.

Wake up in your relaxing two bedroom carriage house and leisurely make a cup of coffee to start your day. (K pods & French vanilla creamer provided or Mr. Coffee available) or take a 5-7 minute walk down to the Steam Cafe coffee shop andhave a latte or breakfast! You will pass by our beautiful new mural, “Shawnee Sunrise”, sit and enjoy at a picnic table …it’s beautiful any time of day!

Or perhaps you want to enjoy greeting the day inside on the comfortable leather sofa. However, my favorite is sitting outside on the comfortable sofa area by the hot tub and enjoying the birds singing and the sound of the fountains running. The coneflowers and patio plants are beautiful as you enjoy our private backyard oasis.

Spring is also a great time for taking a Wildflower Walk. The Giant City State Park is doing guided Trillium Trail walks in April...or you can go on a self-guided hike. It's very kid-friendly and a fun, shorter trail to explore. They post great pictures and insights.

Please note that we have a no pet policy so that our next guests with allergies will not have any problems. We want to respect and welcome all our guests.

Enjoy hiking or the bike trail (we have two bikes for guest use), and now we have an electric bike rental business down the street. Ride or walk half a mile to the Tunnel Hill bike trail or half a mile in the opposite direction will take you to our Harrisburg Park. It has a fenced preschool area, lagoon with benches, bridges and flowering trees. It's a great time to get outdoors!

While you are here you can go inside & relax with your favorite shows streaming on the 55 TV or go outside for a soak in the private hot tub. In the living area, we have added a desk, chair, and computer (WIFI is fast) with shortcuts to our favorite trails, restaurants, and activities such as ziplining, kayaking, and horseback riding. Use the keyboard to explore or search the internet so you can “know before you go”. Watch your favorite shows on our 55 Smart TV with Roku (55 Smart TV -Paramount+/Discovery+/Amazon Prime available or sign into your Netflix, Hulu, etc.)

We have an electric fireplace under the Smart TV (ROKU remote) which is so nice for the cooler evenings. Stay connected with fast WIFI. Grill/cook inside or walk to nearby restaurants. Enjoy the fire pit or fireplace, hammock chairs, outdoor Adirondack chairs, and a dining area with charcoal grill.

We also have a washer & dryer available for our guests to use downstairs, in the garage under the Apartment.

The private, upstairs living space, is over 800 square feet, but please, no smoking or pets on property.
We send your door access code and welcome letter to your phone before your visit, so checking in is a breeze.

Our Apartment is in a building detached from house, over our 3-car garage.
Whether you are here for business or exploring the Shawnee Forest, we hope to change your lodging experience by your stay with us. When you are here, relax in this two-bedroom apartment to enjoy your home away from home!

Located in the historic part of town, the Apartment is in a separate building from the main house, over a three-car garage. It's three blocks from the town square where you will find several restaurants and a coffee shop.
The front door has a lock code/keypad entrance. Guests receive the door code before their arrival. Free wireless internet access and a desk with computer make it easy to stay connected.
Living area:
~ Relax on the leather sofa while enjoying the wall mounted 55 Smart TV.

Our library area has some great books, all genres for reading inside or outside in the swinging chair in the patio area. We also have some games in the drawer under the books. We have added a desk and computer for a workstation in this area. It has icons to visit our favorite trails, restaurants, and activities such as ziplining, kayaking, and horseback riding.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 850 Sq Ft (79 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Limited Onsite Parking (max 3 Spaces) Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Charcoal Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Golfing On Site Horse Riding Nearby Hunting Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Tennis On Site Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Music Library Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Children's Toys Playground Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Limited Housekeeping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Note From Host: Please Do Not Smoke On The Property. Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Kathleen

    Submitted May 21, 2026

    Stayed May 17, 2026

    Beautiful home and relaxation space.

  • david

    Submitted Nov 1, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Homey, comfortable and a short drive from some beautiful scenery.

  • Pat

    Submitted Oct 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    This apartment was well furnished and very clean. It was perfect for 2 people, including sitting area, fireplace and nice outdoor space to sit and relax. We found the hot tub clean but not too hot and jets were okay. The shower did give a nice high pressure massage and kitchen was furnished with all the necessities. We enjoyed the stay and sorry we didn’t find time to make use of the bicycles provided. It was close to all the Shawnee NF spots but did keep us out all day enjoying the great hiking and fall colors. The owners were very thorough with information and instructions and we appreciated all the detail and cozy features of this apartment.

  • Jean

    Submitted Mar 21, 2025

    Stayed Mar 19, 2025

    This was a super cute place, a reasonable distance from Garden of the gods and other hiking areas near Shawnee State Park. There are lots of choices for pizza and other things for dinner and breakfast. They have the cutest little area for their hot tub that we definitely enjoyed. Is Hickory place to stay over when you’ve spent the day hiking.

  • Barbara

    Submitted Oct 17, 2023

    Stayed Oct 6, 2023

    Very comfortable and cute apartment. Lovely backyard sitting area. Walkable to downtown area of Harrisburg. Owner provided lots of information ahead of visit and we appreciated the maps, brochures and information in apt on local hiking and outdoor activities. Would definitely stay there again!

  • SHAHRIAR

    Submitted Aug 29, 2022

    Stayed Aug 26, 2022

    The place is nice an cozy, super hot tho even with fans on, some one needs to de a deep cleaning of it, and replace the beds on both of the rooms.

  • Kevin

    Submitted Jun 12, 2022

    Stayed Jun 2, 2022

    Very nice place with many amenities. Owners thought of everything and we had a great time. The keureg and coffee maker were a great surprise and we used both. No complaints from our teenagers.

  • Submitted Apr 6, 2019

    Stayed Mar 29, 2019

    This is a wonderful quiet little apartment that had everything you could possibly need. We just stayed for a quick overnight, but would love to come back and explore the area. The apartment decor was beautiful and the owner thought of everything, from robes for the hot tub to every flavor of coffee or tea you could want. Not to mention the delicious brownies that were awaiting us upon arrival. Just wonderful!

  • ChrisSwymeler

    Submitted Oct 22, 2018

    Stayed Oct 14, 2018

    The apartment was updated, cozy and had a wonderful host. Judy was super accommodating to all our needs and then some. If you are ever in the Harrisburg IL area, don't go to the sketch hotels on the highway. Book with Judy. You'll love the experience.

  • Submitted May 22, 2018

    Stayed May 20, 2018

    This was a great experience for us. It allowed us and our 4 kids to come and go as we pleased and the rates were very reasonable. Judy is a great hostess and I would highly recommend her and this apartment.

  • BethAnn C.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2026

    Stayed Jun 12, 2026

    Judy has the most peaceful beautiful place! Definitely a must if RnR is what seeking!

  • Melinda M.

    Submitted May 30, 2026

    Stayed May 29, 2026

    This was a delight. Charming with all the amenities Enjoyed my stay would definetly stay again.

  • Katie V.

    Submitted May 16, 2026

    Stayed May 13, 2026

    The stay was perfect! Great communication with the host. I actually met the host and she was very polite, cheerful - just a delight. The place was spotless and quaint and there was a treat welcoming us. Information was left for what to do in the area and instructions were very clear for check out.The outdoor setting was beautiful, relaxing, and private. If in the area again, I would love to stay there again.

  • Mike S.

    Submitted May 6, 2026

    Stayed May 3, 2026

    Our stay was absolutely exceptional from start to finish. The hosts were incredibly warm, welcoming, and attentive, making sure every detail was just right without ever being intrusive. You can tell they genuinely care about creating a great experience.The space itself was spotless and thoughtfully designed, with every amenity you could possibly need. From the cozy fireplaces to the relaxing hot tub, everything felt both luxurious and comfortable. The inclusion of a fully set-up computer and reliable WiFi was a great bonus, especially for staying connected or getting a bit of work done if needed.The attention to detail throughout the home really stood out—everything was perfectly arranged and clearly well-maintained. On top of that, the location couldn’t have been better: set in a beautiful part of the city that made exploring easy and enjoyable.Overall, this was one of the best stays I’ve had. I would absolutely return and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a clean, well-equipped, and truly welcoming place to stay.The Scarbrough's

  • Marc N.

    Submitted Apr 10, 2026

    Stayed Mar 23, 2026

    This was the ideal property for our family of 4 on spring break! Only a 30 minute drive out to some of the most amazing hiking spots in Shawnee Nation Park. After hiking all day, the hot tub just was just what we needed to relax our sore muscles. The hot tub is cleaned throughly after each stay so it was spotless. Temperature is spot on as well! The inclusion of the pickleball/tennis rackets was perfect for the courts at the huge nearby park. On our down day we biked (on the included bike plus the kids bikes we brought) to the nearby Dairy Queen, which we got a tip from the neighbor that their soft serve is the best around…she want lying :POverall a perfect stay! We will certainly be hitting up Jody in the future when we decide to see more of Shawnee!

  • Lisa B.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    The place was perfect for our stay. The kids enjoyed the hot tub. The hiking in Shawnee National Park was wonderful and the local park was very nice. The host even had pickle ball paddles and balls for us to use.

  • April

    Submitted Mar 24, 2026

    Stayed Mar 21, 2026

    The hot tub was perfect!

  • Janet

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    My son loved the hot tub!

  • Nolen T.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    This was our second time staying at this location when we come into town to visit family. The hosts are wonderful and very responsive and accommodating. If able, we will always stay at this location when coming into Harrisburg. Highly recommended!

  • Kimberly C.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Oct 11, 2025

    Super clean, nice and homey apt. Nice outdoor area also. Highly recommend!

  • Jeffry E.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Hot tub, close to restaurants and nearby attractions

  • David & Linda S.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    We came for our anniversary weekend so we could hike. This place was fabulous! So many little details were provided; the linens were amazing, the bathrobes and towels were cozy as well. Judy went to the florist to pick up flowers my husband had ordered so they were there when we arrived! Just thoughtful all around. The backyard is a true sanctuary and we loved the flowers and hummingbirds!

  • Michael M.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    Host is very accommodating and friendly. Comfortable patio with flowers and outdoor sofa. TV works well and offers many viewing options. 3 air conditioning units. Good privacy. Kitchen stocked with all the essentials. You feel like a welcomed guest. Nice proximity to Shawnee National Forest.

  • Lesley P.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    Beautiful place to stay and judy is the sweetest host you will ever find!!! Would definitely recommend staying here

  • Jonathan B.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    Clean fun and best of all had a hot tub nice place to hang out after hiking the Shawnee.

  • Andrea B.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 24, 2025

    Hosts answered questions in a timely manner and were a joy to talk to. The apartment was just the right size. A quiet quaint neighborhood with stores and restaurants not too far away. Highly recommended!! Garden of the Gods is a must see!!

  • mark S.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    The property was very clean the hot tub and the little garden area in the back were so relaxing. The neighborhood was quiet and Judy was a great host. We got a chance to say hello to you while we were there. It was nice to meet you. I will recommend your place to anyone who just wants a quiet getaway. Lots of cute little things to do around the area, antique stores and such we had a great anniversary. Thanks to you

  • Elizabeth M.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    Excellent host, this place was beautiful and has everything you could possibly need. Extremely clean! A perfect getaway!

  • Sharon M.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2025

    Stayed Jun 5, 2025

    Wonderful location and a beautiful property.

  • Allie W.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2025

    Stayed May 31, 2025

    We were traveling with our 1 and 4 year olds and had a great stay - our 4 year old was bummed we had to leave so soon! The house was well stocked, spacious enough for our crew, and the yard was by far the best part - we spent most of our time out there. We were in town to do some hiking in Shawnee nearby and it was the perfect distance away. We hope to be back!

  • Eric W.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2025

    Stayed May 28, 2025

    We loved staying at this quaint home. The garden is absolutley beautiful, great location to access downtown restaurants, and perfect base camp for exploring the Shawnee National Forest. Hot tub was a fun added bonus!

  • Alan B.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    Super clean and well decorated. Great to work with.

  • Nathan N.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    This location is a great place to stay for those who are exploring the Shawnee National Forest. We really enjoyed the hot tub after a long day of hiking the Gardens of the Gods. The house is located next to several great restaurants. 10/10 stay!

  • Lee T.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2025

    Stayed Apr 10, 2025

    Cozy lil apartment was great for an anniversary getaway, hot tub was a great addition for nice relaxing evenings. The bikes were a treat to ride around town for sightseeing or visiting the coffee shop. Would definitely book it again for a future stay.

  • K D.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2025

    Stayed Mar 27, 2025

    The hosts were so welcoming and the apartment was perfect for our family. The bikes were great and able to use on the bike path. Spent everyday outside at Shawnee and came back to lovely apartment and garden/ hot tub to relax. A fantastic getaway!

  • Cher L.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Apr 2, 2025

    Exploring the Shawnee national forest trails for the first time, we had so many resources and a very pleasant stay. Our hosts were so helpful and friendly. Great experience

  • Ryan F.

    Submitted Mar 29, 2025

    Stayed Mar 18, 2025

    The owners are fantastic, the hot tub was amazing, everything was clean and well appointed. They thought of everything.

  • Brianne V.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2025

    Stayed Mar 20, 2025

    This was an amazing place to bring my mom and grandmother. I felt much better having the owner close by, in case anything unexpected happened. She was lovely, and everything was so well thought out and convenient. It was such a blessing for us to make memories here

  • Colton D.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 13, 2025

    Our stay was amazing! Harrisburg is in the perfect spot for Shawnee, and Judy’s apartment is the nicest spot in town hands down. The bikes were perfect for a little riding on the Tunnel Hill trail which is a great workout with some scenic views! We were well within driving distance to all the spots we wanted to hit for hiking as well. A bad storm blew through on our second night there at 2 in the morning, and Judy was kind enough to call us when the sirens went off and let us stay safe in her basement until the tornadoes passed. Couldn’t have asked for a better host for a perfect weekend getaway with my fiancée.I would give it a 6/5 if I could!!

  • Greg C.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2025

    Stayed Mar 9, 2025

    My wife & I really enjoyed this place and proximity to Shawnee National Park. Great hiking. The host(s) are great.

  • Angela L.

    Submitted Jan 25, 2025

    Stayed Jan 20, 2025

    Always feel like it’s home away from home. Easy check in, always very clean and always feel safe.

  • David B.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2024

    Stayed Oct 29, 2024

    A great property that is well maintained. Beautiful flowers out back make it a little paradise in the middle of town.

  • Megan K.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    My best friend and I stayed at this charming property for a quick girls weekend. We were so pleased with our stay and the hosts were so kind! Would definitely stay again.

  • Andrea D.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    We were in town for a wedding and couldn’t have stayed in a better place. Judy was the perfect host! Their place is impeccably decorated for the fall as I’m sure it is for other seasons. She made us feel like part of the family. I wish we were there longer.

  • Steven H.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Sep 18, 2024

    Clean, great location, great stay! One of the nicest we've stayed at. Highly recommended!

  • Julie g.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 8, 2024

    It is clear that a lot of love and attention have been poured into this cozy apartment. It has been lovingly decorated (season themed) and has a charming garden with hummingbirds included. The apartment is walking distance to a park with pickleball courts and a nice Italian restaurant (healthy portions and super friendly staff). Thank you for a great stay.!

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