Creal Springs, Illinois
"The Southern" is an adorable country home centered on 45 private acres. Fish, Hunt, Hike and Bike all without getting back into your vehicle. The remoteness of this home, next-door state public land and Tunnel Hill Bike Trail provides the perfect R & R for outdoor enthusiasts.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
1 Queen Bed in Master bedroom main level
1 Full Bed in 2nd bedroom in upper level
1 Single Bed in 3rd bedroom in upper level
1 Full and 1 Twin in 4th bedroom in upper level
THE LAYOUT - MAIN LEVEL
Living Room w/ Smart tv and dvd player
Kitchen & Dining Area
Walkout Deck with charcoal grill
Washer and Dryer
Master bedroom with Queen bed and ensuite bathroom
THE LAYOUT- UPPER LEVEL
1 Full Bed in 2nd bedroom
1 Single Bed in 3rd bedroom with writing desk
1 Full and 1 Twin in 4th bedroom with writing desk
Full bathroom
OUTDOORS
Fire pit for relaxation between house and pond on front side of property
Fully stocked pond in front of the house for bank fishing
Trails and Trails! 45 acres of mowed/cut trails on property
Walking distance to 555 acres of public land- Only access is from our private 30 acres
Walking/biking distance to Tunnel Hill Bike Trail- Only 1/4 mile from the trail
RECREATION HIGHLIGHTS
Tunnel Hill State Trail- Shawnee National Forest- all over! Trailheads within 10-40 minutes
Camp Ondessonk- Burden Falls Jackson Falls Ferne Clyffe State Park Bell Smith Springs Garden of the Gods Rim Rock Pounds Hollow
Each guest receives a personalized online Welcome Guide immediately upon booking- so you can plan your trip with all of our personal recommendations of places to go and things to do.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
Check in is after 4PM. Check out is before 11AM.
A rental agreement and $500 security deposit hold is required (just like a hotel).
Absolutely no hunting on owner's land- violators will be prosecuted. We can provide hunting locations within walking distance.
Absolutely no trespassing on private land- neighbors will prosecute.
$75.00 pet fee applicable, per pet, per stay. Max 2 pets
This is an adorable country home built in 1978. That comes with imperfections and authentic charm :)
Basic checkout procedures are appreciated: start a load of used towels and start the dishwasher before you go.
We loved our stay at The Southern. The property is amazing - beautiful, spacious, and wonderfully private. It's the perfect place to unplug from a busy life. The house is lovely and we immediately felt right at home. It's comfortable, spacious, and the kitchen has everything a home chef needs. We spent our mornings reading and playing guitar by the pond. Afternoons hiking at one of the many trails a short car ride away. We were sad to leave and definitely plan to return to this gem in the woods. Highly recommend.
The open and airy beautiful house was spotless, and the grounds are wonderful as is the view out of every window. We had a great visit and hope to come back soon
Very nice stay, good country vibes :)
The Southern exceeded our expectations. It’s a great property & Allison promptly respond to questions. I asked if a crock pot was available and a brand new one was on the counter waiting to be used! The night sky was amazing as well as the wildlife that allowed us to see them & share their space. The location allowed us to explore to the east, west & south easily. We are planning another vacation in Southern Illinois next year because this year was so easy.
Perfect for our home base for our daily hiking adventures. Great location and hiking on property. Very comfortable and clean!
Relaxing inside and out, clean, beautiful house, great amenities, good setup for our family makeup, close enough to Bell Smith Springs, Garden of the Gods, and other natural attractions
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Includes taxes and fees