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Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest

Makanda, Illinois, United States

Sat atop a scenic hillside and overlooking a breathtaking meadow, this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath Makanda vacation rental is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of southern Illinois. Be engulfed by the Shawnee National Forest at this secluded cabin, which provides an escape from the fast-paced city life. If you want to venture out, Panther Den Trail is only a half-mile away and Giant City State Park is just under 11 miles away, providing for endless exploration, memory making, and rejuvenation.brbr-- THE PROPERTY --brbrFire Pit | Screened-In Porch | Nature ViewsbrbrBuilt in 2015, this upscale cabin is perfect for smaller families, friends, or couples traveling together to experience the thick woodlands of southern Illinois.brbrBedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin BedsbrbrOUTDOOR LIVING: Front porch, patio, patio furniture & outdoor dining area, expansive yard, charcoal grillbrINDOOR LIVING: Cable TV, DVD player, gas fireplace, utility sinkbrKITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, breakfast bar, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, water filter, ice maker, Crock-Pot, spices, dishware/flatwarebrGENERAL: Central heating & air conditioning, washer & dryer, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, linens, towelsbrFAQ: 2 steps required to access, no WiFi, 4WD recommended in winterbrPARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)brbr-- THE LOCATION --brbrOUTDOOR WONDERS: Shawnee National Forest (surrounding), Panther Den Trailhead (0.6 miles), Devil's Kitchen Lake (7.6 miles), Ferne Clyffe State Park (9.4 miles), Giant City State Park (10.7 miles), Trail of Tears State Forest (17.0 miles), Crab Orchard Lake (20.6 miles), Garden of the Gods (55.5 miles)brVINEYARDS: Blue Sky Vineyard (2.1 miles), Feather Hills Vineyard and Winery (2.8 miles), StarView Vineyards (6.9 miles), Alto Vineyards (18.1 miles), Von Jakob Winery & Brewery (19.8 miles), Pomona Winery (25.0 miles)brNEARBY TOWNS: Carbondale (17.6 miles), Marion (19.2 miles), Cape Girardeau (40.5 miles), Paducah (54.0 miles), Mt Vernon (61.0 miles), St. Louis (119 miles)brAIRPORTS: Barkley Regional Airport (53.8 miles), St. Louis Lambert International Airport (131 miles)brbr-- REST EASY WITH US --brbrEvolve 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.brbr-- POLICIES --brbr- No smokingbr- No pets allowedbr- No events, parties, or large gatheringsbr- Additional fees and taxes may applybr- Photo ID may be required upon check-inbr- NOTE: 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is recommended in the winter months to access the propertybr- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape and, therefore, does not include WiFibr- NOTE: This property requires 2 steps to access and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
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Secluded treehouse with indoor fireplace

Makanda, Illinois, United States

Come nestle amongst the leaves at Panthers Inn Treehouse. This secluded, well equipped, elevated cabin has the perfect combination of natural beauty and artful luxury. Isolated yet conveniently located 2 minutes from Blue Sky and Feather Hill wineries, within 5 minutes of Panthers Den hiking trail and the Shawnee Hills canopy tour and only 10 min from I-57 exit 40. Panthers Inn is the perfect starting and ending point to your Shawnee Hills Wine Country vacation!brThe spacebrThe property is on a road that usually isn’t traveled much and it borders the Shawnee National Forest. The driveway is gravel and on a hill. The outdoor area has plenty of room and privacy for a family or small get together with a nice level space to sit next to a fire pit. There is one outdoor toss game so far but plan to add more games outdoors. Inside there is a spiral staircase to the loft bedroom but there is also a couch available downstairs that turns into a single bed. The loft has 1 twin long and 1 queen size bed that are both very comfortable, extra pillows and bedding are available. There is extra bedding and board games in a drawer under the twin bed. There is 1 tv that can be seen almost anywhere in the treehouse however there is no cable, internet or WiFi do to the location it’s simply not available, cell service is limited however this is not why you are staying here at all. There is a small kitchen with most of the things you would need to cook meals and a good size refrigerator. There are cleaning supplies under the sink just in case they are needed. The bathroom is very nice and has ample room to get ready for anything from hunting to a wine trail tour.brGuest accessbrYou will have the entire treehouse to yourself along with approximately an acre of yard/woods
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Breathtaking A-frame with Impressive Nature Views in Carbondale, Illinois

Makanda, Illinois, United States

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: brbr1 Queen bed in lower bedroom brbr1 Queen bed in the loft brbr brbrAMENITY HIGHLIGHTS: brbrFull-sized, fully furnished kitchen (no oven, but has cooktop) brbrSmart TV brbrWIFI brbrWorkspace at desk in Living Room brbrCharcoal Grill- utensils provided. BYO charcoal brbrFire pit brbrFully stocked pond brbrWalking distance to public land brbr brbrRECREATION HIGHLIGHTS: brbrShawnee National Forest- You’re literally in the heart of it and have access to multiple trailheads within minutes. brbrShawnee Bluffs Canopy Tours ~ across the street from the cabins brbrPanther's Den 5 minutes brbrRiver 2 River Trail 10 minutes brbrRolling Oak Alpaca Ranch 10 minutes brbrFerne Clyffe State Park ~ 15 minutes brbrGiant City State Park ~ 20 minutes brbrDevil’s Kitchen Lake and Little Grassy Lake ~ 20 minutes brbrCrab Orchard Wilderness ~ 25 minutes brbrLake of Egypt 20 minutes brbrMakanda Marion Golf 25 minutes brbrMakanda, IL ~ 25 minutes brbrOzark, IL ~ 30 minutes brbrTunnel Hill State Trail ~ 35 minutes brbrRendleman Orchard (with Zinnia field!) ~ 30 minutes brbrLake of Egypt 20 minutes brbrBurden Falls ~ 45 minutes brbrJackson Falls ~ 45 minutes brbrBell Smith Springs - 50 minutes brbr brbrWINERIES & MORE: brbrBlue Sky Vineyard & Feather Hills Winery 10 minutes brbrStarview Vineyards ~ 12 minutes brbrKaty Lynn Distillery 20 minutes brbrHonker Hill Winery & Wichmann Vineyard 20 minutes brbrOwl Creek Vineyard & Lincoln Heritage Winery ~ 20 minutes brbrAlto Vineyards & Peachbarn Winery & Cafe ~30 minutes brbrVon Jakob Winery & Brewery ~ 30 minutes brbr brbrKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: brbrCheck in is after 4PM. Check out is before 11AM. brbrOff-site rental agreement and security deposit required. brbrSecurity Deposit Hold of $300 (just like a hotel) brbr$40.00 pet fee applicable, per pet, per stay. Max 2 pets brbrGuests not staying overnight are welcomed, loud, disruptive parties are not brbrCheck out instructions: We ask that you wash your dishes and pick up any trash left outdoors including cigarette butts brbrTotal of 3 cabins and 6 acre lake sits on 30+ acres brbrInventory: We provide a starter package of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels. brbr This property is managed by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals, a veteran-owned, woman-owned business. Allison, owner of SIVR, is an SIUC alumni and has a deep love for the hospitality industry and showcasing beautiful southern Illinois. brbrRECREATION HIGHLIGHTS brbrShawnee National Forest- You’re literally in the heart of it and have access to multiple trailheads within minutes. brbrShawnee Bluffs Canopy Tours ~ across the street from the cabins brbrPanther's Den 5 minutes brbrRiver 2 River Trail 10 minutes brbrRolling Oak Alpaca Ranch 10 minutes brbrFerne Clyffe State Park ~ 15 minutes brbrGiant City State Park ~ 20 minutes brbrDevil’s Kitchen Lake and Little Grassy Lake ~ 20 minutes brbrCrab Orchard Wilderness ~ 25 minutes brbrLake of Egypt 20 minutes brbrMakanda Marion Golf 25 minutes brbrMakanda, IL ~ 25 minutes brbrOzark, IL ~ 30 minutes brbrTunnel Hill State Trail ~ 35 minutes brbrRendleman Orchard (with Zinnia field!) ~ 30 minutes brbrLake of Egypt 20 minutes brbrBurden Falls ~ 45 minutes brbrJackson Falls ~ 45 minutes brbrBell Smith Springs - 50 minutes brbr brbrWINERIES & MORE brbrBlue Sky Vineyard & Feather Hills Winery 10 minutes brbrStarview Vineyards ~ 12 minutes brbrKaty Lynn Distillery 20 minutes brbrHonker Hill Winery & Wichmann Vineyard 20 minutes brbrOwl Creek Vineyard & Lincoln Heritage Winery ~ 20 minutes brbrAlto Vineyards & Peachbarn Winery & Cafe ~30 minutes brbrVon Jakob Winery & Brewery ~ 30 minutes
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Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake

Makanda, Illinois, United States

Your cozy cabin in Makanda with 1 bedroom featuring a queen bed. brbrThis cabin is located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest and Shawnee Hills Wine Trail! It is close to all of the attractions in the area:brbrGiant City State Park - 5 Minutes/2.4 MilesbrCedar Lake - 8 minutes/5.4 milesbrSIU Arena - 9 Minutes - 6.8 MilesbrFeather Hills Winery (Closest) - 4 Minutes /2.7 MilesbrShawnee Hills Wine Trail - 4-30 Minutes (Depends on the winery)brBald Knob Cross - 24 Minutes/13.6 MilesbrLittle Grassy Lake - 16 Minutes/7.7 MilesbrGiant City Lodge - 11 Minutes/5 MilesbrAppl Creek Golf Course - 1 Minute (You can see the fairway!)brbrThis is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.brbrThis charming retreat offers a living room with a comfy sofa and chair, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring Giant City or the Shawnee National Forest. Guests can enjoy the fresh air on deck with includes a table and chairs. Experience the fantastic charm of this cabin during your stay in Makanda. Enjoy your time in Southern IL at our cabin.brbrPlease note that this cabin has a kitchenette (no stove/oven) which includes a mini fridge, microwave, toaster, grill, and crockpot. While you cannot bake a casserole, you can certainly grill a steak, and do some sides in the crockpot and microwave!
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Charming 2BR/1B cabin - Winetrail, SIU, Shawnee Forest, Giant City, Cedar Lake

Makanda, Illinois, United States

Make yourself at home in this 2-bedroom Makanda retreat. This adorable cabin features 1 queen bed, 1 full bed, and a cozy living room with a sofa bed. Enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings while having access to modern amenities like AC, heating, and a hairdryer. Experience the magic of Makanda at our cabin.brbrLocated on the Apple Creek Gold Course and Shawnee Hills Winetrail, this cabin is just minutes from all of your favorite Southern Illinois attractions:brbrGiant City State Park - 5 Minutes/2.4 MilesbrCedar Lake - 8 minutes/5.4 milesbrSIU Arena - 9 Minutes - 6.8 MilesbrFeather Hills Winery (Closest) - 4 Minutes /2.7 MilesbrShawnee Hills Wine Trail - 4-30 Minutes (Depends on the winery)brBald Knob Cross - 24 Minutes/13.6 MilesbrLittle Grassy Lake - 16 Minutes/7.7 MilesbrGiant City Lodge - 11 Minutes/5 MilesbrAppl Creek Golf Course - 1 Minute (You can see the fairway!)brbrThis is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.brbrThis charming retreat offers a living room with a comfy sofa and chair, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring Giant City or the Shawnee National Forest. Guests can enjoy the fresh air on deck with includes a table and chairs. Experience the fantastic charm of this cabin during your stay in Makanda. Enjoy your time in Southern IL at our cabin.brbrPlease note that this cabin has a kitchenette (no stove/oven) which includes a mini fridge, microwave, toaster, grill, and crockpot. While you cannot bake a casserole, you can certainly grill a steak, and do some sides in the crockpot and microwave!
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Beautiful A-frame with Hot-tub in Makanda, Illinois

Makanda, Illinois, United States

Hike, Wine, Dine, then HOT TUB under the stars! brbrSLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: brbr1 Queen bed in lower bedroom brbr1 Queen bed in the loft brbr brbrAMENITY HIGHLIGHTS: brbrHot Tub brbrFull-sized, fully furnished kitchen (no oven, but has cooktop and convection microwave) brbrSmart TV brbrWIFI brbrWorkspace at desk in Living Room brbrCharcoal Grill brbrFire pit brbrFully stocked pond brbrWalking distance to public land brbr brbrRECREATION HIGHLIGHTS: brbrShawnee National Forest- You’re literally in the heart of it and have access to multiple trailheads within minutes. brbrShawnee Bluffs Canopy Tours ~ across the street from the cabins brbrPanther's Den 5 minutes brbrRiver 2 River Trail 10 minutes brbrRolling Oak Alpaca Ranch 10 minutes brbrFerne Clyffe State Park ~ 15 minutes brbrGiant City State Park ~ 20 minutes brbrDevil’s Kitchen Lake and Little Grassy Lake ~ 20 minutes brbrCrab Orchard Wilderness ~ 25 minutes brbrLake of Egypt 20 minutes brbrMakanda Marion Golf 25 minutes brbrMakanda, IL ~ 25 minutes brbrOzark, IL ~ 30 minutes brbrTunnel Hill State Trail ~ 35 minutes brbrRendleman Orchard (with Zinnia field!) ~ 30 minutes brbrLake of Egypt 20 minutes brbrBurden Falls ~ 45 minutes brbrJackson Falls ~ 45 minutes brbrBell Smith Springs - 50 minutes brbr brbrWINERIES & MORE: brbrBlue Sky Vineyard & Feather Hills Winery 10 minutes brbrStarview Vineyards ~ 12 minutes brbrKaty Lynn Distillery 20 minutes brbrHonker Hill Winery & Wichmann Vineyard 20 minutes brbrOwl Creek Vineyard & Lincoln Heritage Winery ~ 20 minutes brbrAlto Vineyards & Peachbarn Winery & Cafe ~30 minutes brbrVon Jakob Winery & Brewery ~ 30 minutes brbr brbrKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: brbrCheck in is after 4PM. Check out is before 11AM. brbrOff-site rental agreement and security deposit required. brbrSecurity Deposit Hold of $300 (just like a hotel) brbr$40.00 pet fee applicable, per pet, per stay. Max 2 pets brbrGuests not staying overnight are welcomed, loud, disruptive parties are not brbrCheck out instructions: We ask that you wash your dishes and pick up any trash left outdoors including cigarette butts brbrNo washer/dryer in cabin brbrTotal of 3 cabins and 6 acre lake sits on 30+ acres brbrInventory: We provide a starter package of inventory for our cabin: 2 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels. brbr This property is managed by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals, a veteran-owned, woman-owned business. Allison, owner of SIVR, is an SIUC alumni and has a deep love for the hospitality industry and showcasing beautiful southern Illinois. brbrRECREATION HIGHLIGHTS brbrShawnee National Forest- You’re literally in the heart of it and have access to multiple trailheads within minutes. brbrShawnee Bluffs Canopy Tours ~ across the street from the cabins brbrPanther's Den 5 minutes brbrRiver 2 River Trail 10 minutes brbrRolling Oak Alpaca Ranch 10 minutes brbrFerne Clyffe State Park ~ 15 minutes brbrGiant City State Park ~ 20 minutes brbrDevil’s Kitchen Lake and Little Grassy Lake ~ 20 minutes brbrCrab Orchard Wilderness ~ 25 minutes brbrLake of Egypt 20 minutes brbrMakanda Marion Golf 25 minutes brbrMakanda, IL ~ 25 minutes brbrOzark, IL ~ 30 minutes brbrTunnel Hill State Trail ~ 35 minutes brbrRendleman Orchard (with Zinnia field!) ~ 30 minutes brbrLake of Egypt 20 minutes brbrBurden Falls ~ 45 minutes brbrJackson Falls ~ 45 minutes brbrBell Smith Springs - 50 minutes brbr brbrWINERIES & MORE brbrBlue Sky Vineyard & Feather Hills Winery 10 minutes brbrStarview Vineyards ~ 12 minutes brbrKaty Lynn Distillery 20 minutes brbrHonker Hill Winery & Wichmann Vineyard 20 minutes brbrOwl Creek Vineyard & Lincoln Heritage Winery ~ 20 minutes brbrAlto Vineyards & Peachbarn Winery & Cafe ~30 minutes brbrVon Jakob Winery & Brewery ~ 30 minutes
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4BR Log Cabin · Fireplace, Bar & Game Room

Makanda, Illinois, United States

Brilliant log cabin built with luxury in mind. Located in the Shawnee National forest near the Makanda smiley face water tower.. Sit under the stars and view the Milky Way away from any light pollution! Bringing your boat No problem, large parking area to travel with your toys! Come and experience a log home the likes that can only be found on mountain resorts! RV plug in available as well!brbrSLEEPING ARRANGEMENTSbr• 1 King Bed in main level w/ensuite Bathroom and TVbr• 1 Queen Bed in main level w/Jack & Jill Bathroom br• 1 Queen Bed in main level w/Jack & Jill Bathroom br• 2 Queen Beds in 4rth bedroom in lower levelbrbrMAIN LEVEL LAYOUTbr• Living Room with real log fireplace and TVbr• Kitchen & Dining Area br• Walkout Deck overlooking 5 private acres br• 3 of the 4 bedrooms br• Washer and Dryer brbrLOWER LEVEL LAYOUTbr• Game room with ping-pong table, dart board and ring-toss games br• 4th Bedroom with Half Bath br• Gentlemen's Bar Room with seating and TVbrbrNEARBY TOWNSbrMakanda, IL & Makanda Boardwalk- 6 minutesbrCarbondale, IL- 10 minutesbrCobden, IL- 13 minutesbrAlto Pass, IL- 15 minutesbrMarion, IL - 36 minutesbrbrWHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOKbrCheck-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM. brInventory: We stock the basics to get you startedbrFirewood is available for purchase.brWe do not provide propane exchanges for the grill. The nearest exchange is approximately 5 miles at the Dollar General Store.
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