Secluded Ohio River Retreat Retreat with Hot Tub - Sleeps 10

Elizabethtown, Illinois
$601 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to Escape to Elizabethtown

Escape to your own private retreat overlooking the Ohio River. Nestled on 300 private acres, Escape to Elizabethtown offers breathtaking bluff-top views, complete privacy, and the perfect place to reconnect with family and friends.

Whether you're soaking in the hot tub, gathering around the fire pit, exploring Shawnee National Forest, fishing along the Ohio River, or simply enjoying coffee on the deck while watching barges drift by, this is where unforgettable memories are made.

Just minutes from the charming river town of Elizabethtown and within easy driving distance of Garden of the Gods, Cave-In-Rock State Park, and other Southern Illinois favorites, you'll enjoy the best of nature without sacrificing comfort.

Why Guests Love It:
✔ 300 private acres to explore
✔ Stunning bluff-top views of the Ohio River
✔ Private five-person hot tub
✔ Outdoor fire pit
✔ Spacious home that sleeps up to 10 guests
✔ Gas fireplace
✔ Fully equipped kitchen
✔ Sonos speakers & Roku Smart TVs
✔ Luxury Aveda bath amenities
✔ Fishing from the riverbank below the property
✔ Minutes from Shawnee National Forest
✔ Peaceful setting with incredible wildlife viewing

The Home:
Designed for gathering, the open-concept living area features soaring ceilings, comfortable furnishings, expansive windows, and incredible river views. The fully equipped kitchen has everything needed to prepare meals for your group, whether you're making a quick breakfast before hiking or cooking dinner after a day on the river.

Large windows throughout the home bring the outdoors inside, making the river the centerpiece of nearly every room.

Outdoor Living:
This is what makes Escape to Elizabethtown truly unforgettable.
Spend your mornings watching the sunrise over the Ohio River.
Relax in the private hot tub after a day exploring Shawnee National Forest.
Cook dinner on the charcoal grill while overlooking the river.
End the evening around the fire pit beneath a sky full of stars.
Explore hundreds of private acres where you may spot white-tailed deer, wild turkey, and bald eagles.

Nearby Attractions:
• Shawnee National Forest
• Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
• Cave-In-Rock State Park
• Rim Rock Recreation Area
• Dixon Springs State Park
• Ohio River Scenic Byway
• Local restaurants and shops in Elizabethtown

Included Amenities
• Self check-in
• Free Wi-Fi
• Roku Smart TVs
• Sonos speakers
• Washer & dryer
• Dedicated ice maker
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Keurig K-Duo coffee maker
• Luxury Aveda shampoo, conditioner & body wash
• Premium linens and towels
• Outdoor yard games
• Grocery stocking service available before arrival (additional fee)

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • 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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shared Bathroom Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Flat-screen TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Andrew

    Submitted Apr 15, 2024

    Stayed Apr 6, 2024

    Absolutely gorgeous property right on the Ohio River. So peaceful. Lots of great hiking nearby. What a treat to sit out on the spacious deck and relax. Hot tub and fire pit were a huge plus. House is spacious and very comfortable. We would love to come back.

  • Petro B.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2025

    Stayed Nov 9, 2025

    So nice house I love

  • Geralyn H.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    The facilities were very adequate. The house was very clean. The river view was spectacular and we enjoyed watching the barges traveling up and down the river. Would definitely recommend it.

  • Vicki P.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    Perfect place for friends to gather and enjoy each other.

  • S S.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    The property was exactly as described. The property was very clean and well appointed. Jill (host) knows how to host! She was very communicative through messages. She provided an advance look at the property’s welcome book (which is very detailed with great information) helping us plan our stay. The property had plenty of outdoor play space for the kids and relaxing areas for adults. While isolated and private, it is conveniently located close to many hiking options. This is a 5 star plus rental. We highly recommend and would definitely stay again.

  • Chelsea L.

    Submitted Nov 13, 2023

    Stayed Nov 10, 2023

    We were looking for a comfy, large and beautiful location for a friends getaway for hiking and boards game and this was perfect. Kitchen was well-stocked and plenty of sleeping space for a group of 8 adults!

  • Lesley I.

    Submitted Oct 24, 2023

    Stayed Oct 18, 2023

    Beautiful home! Deck with plenty of chairs, also a screened in patio in case of rain. Most comfortable beds ever! Fully stocked kitchen with newer appliances, great pots and pans, wine glasses and every utensil you need. Good shampoo, conditioner, bath soap, plenty of towels. Love our stay abd hope to go back soon. Everything was perfect!

  • Anita M.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2023

    Stayed Oct 13, 2023

    We had a group of 7 people from 4 different states gathering here for the weekend. We had plenty of space for us all. The house and property is beautiful. The weather wasn't the best for us, we wished we could have used the outside a little more. Communication with the owner was wonderful. We had a couple things pop up, but the owners were on top of handling things over and above our liking. Would love to come back again with better weather, the views are beautiful.

  • Matt L.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2023

    Stayed Sep 29, 2023

    Perfect for a friends getaway. Property was in great condition. Loved sitting on the large deck watching boats go by on the river. Hot tub at night was a must. 5 stars!!

  • Misty R.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2023

    Stayed Sep 1, 2023

    My group of friends was looking forward to a relaxing getaway where we could just hang out and have a good time. This place was perfect! From the beautiful deck with the hot tub and adirondack chairs that overlooks the river, to the screened in porch, comfy living space with fantastic views to the oh so comfy beds this was everything we had hoped for and more!! We made one trip to Walmart and that was a bit of a drive, but we made sure to get everything we needed in the one trip. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. We cooked most meals at the house, but did visit the E-town River Restaurant for lunch and Shotgun Eddy's for dinner one evening. Shotgun Eddy's was a bit of a drive but worth it. We visited Cave In Rock which was a short drive and had beautiful views. We had a wonderful stay and loved the house!! Thank you for hosting us.

  • Andria D.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2023

    Stayed Jul 29, 2023

    This house was amazing! It had everything we could have asked for! A couple days before we left, the owner texted me the pin to the exact location of the house because Google maps will only take you to the driveway and it's a bit of a drive after that (nothing too serious, just a couple twists and turns). It was in a great location that wasn't terribly far from anything we wanted to do. The hot tub was great and a wonderful place to watch the sunrise and sunset. The kitchen was stocked with things that other places I have stayed didn't think of, such as ziploc bags, cooking oil, etc. I did communicate with Jill (host) because I could not figure out how to operate the fan in the master bedroom. She was more than willing to have a maintenance person come out the next day to look at it but I told her not to worry about it. I also had to communicate as we got a pretty nasty storm that had done a little damage to the home (nothing major, just some screens and siding) and she always responded immediately and was very gracious in her responses. My son really enjoyed staying in the area of the house that I believe was an addition because he felt like he had his own apartment with a bedroom, bathroom, and his own entrance! We would DEFINITELY stay here again!

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$601+
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