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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Harrisburg, IL
  • Shawnee National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Hitching Post Trailhead
    12 min drive
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead
    26 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    46 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming cottage on 6 acres with private hot tub, cozy deck & firepit

Getaway of the Gods

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Outdoor Midwest adventures await! This charming cottage sits on six acres, located just down the road from the Shawnee National Forest. Drive 12 miles to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Garden of the Gods Recreation Area.

A cozy, covered deck offers outdoor seating, creating a tranquil spot to sip a glass of wine during sunset. The private hot tub is perfect for unwinding and releasing your cares and worries. As evening falls, gather around the firepit and swap stories under the stars.

Inside, an updated interior offers plenty of space to unwind with a welcoming living area. The well-equipped kitchen is detailed with stainless steel appliances, providing everything you’ll need for home-cooked meals after a hearty day of hiking.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 PM
Check-out time: 10:00 AM
All guests shall abide by Vacasa's good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
No smoking is permitted anywhere .on the premises.
Firewood is not provided.
Netflix is provided and other streaming services available with guest accounts.

This Vacasa Guestworks vacation rental is operated and managed locally by an independent host.
Prior to your arrival, you will receive local host contact information, who will manage your guest reservation. Your local host will provide in-stay support, secure entry, and arrange pre- and post-stay housekeeping services.
If you need anything during your stay, the home’s independent local host is ready to help 24/7! Guestworks is a service offering of Vacasa that allows homeowners to smoothly and efficiently manage their own properties.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Security camera details: Security cameras: one outside that points to street, one in parking area pointing to house, another on side that points down side



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Shawnee National Forest. You'll find features such as 1 hot tub and self-parking (surcharge). Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Steps from Shawnee National Forest and 12 minutes by car from Hitching Post Trailhead
Charming cottage on 6 acres with private hot tub, cozy deck & firepit offers its guests a hot tub. The front desk is open around the clock. Parking is available for a fee.

Property manager

Vacasa of Illinois

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 security system
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Charming cottage on 6 acres with private hot tub, cozy deck & firepit Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlo W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway
Cute, quiet place near Shawnee National Forest. A few neighborhood dogs came to hang out on the porch at night but they were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ronald C., Schaumburg, IL

You Get What You Pay For
Location and price were great. The property outside is pretty run down and needs painting and upkeep. The 3 car “circular” driveway is some loose gravel and needs definition. They have 6 acres that are going to waste. The hot tub reeked of chlorine and was cloudy, it needs cleaning and tlc. We arrived on a very hot day and went to bed with the AC reading 74 and woke up to it being 76. The owner called someone while we were out who supposedly fixed it. We arrived home to 79 degrees, not fixed. Another repairman was called and got it working but was unsure it would hold. That was 8pm, we were without AC for roughly 28 hours. No mention of a refund or anything. We usually stay on the western side of Shaunee and the owners there gave us $100 back when a tv didn’t work even though we said it wasn’t necessary. Inside the house, the king sized mattress is mushy and horrible. The couches sag. There are rodent traps in the open in the house. At one point we contemplated going to a hotel, because of the AC issues. It would have been nice for the owner to have offered something but after the repair, we never heard from him again. The house and property has promise, but just needs greater upkeep. We will be back to Southern Illinois, but not to this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cortney C., Collinsville, IL. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
It was a short trip for us to visit Garden of the Gods. This house was exactly what we needed! The kitchen was stocked with all the basic necessities, the house was clean and smelled great, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms make it great for group trips, the laundry room was an added bonus and great to wash our clothes after hiking! We could not beat the location either. Super close to the hiking trails but also close enough to town for dinner. We will be back for more trails!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little place
Location was central to where we were going. The hot tub was a nice perk after long days of hiking
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Martha L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, hiking!
Minutes from Garden of the Gods and River to River Trail. Temps too hot so we tried to be on trail by 7:30. On dead end road but noisy compared where we live (not bad). Great wildflowers and birds. Loved having a full kitchen. My husband in hot every day.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Thanks for letting us stay we had a reat time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abraham F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The farmhouse
The house was very clean. It was nice and comfortable as well. The area is very quiet and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
very nicely equipped & clean
I loved that it's very rural & secluded, the hot tub was really nice after hiking Garden of the gods park. Only about a 20 minute drive away& about 1/2 hour drive to the Tunnel Hill trail head. I appreciate having a ceiling fan in the master bedroom. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice House Out in the Woods
It appeared like the house was newly remodeled. The appliances were new. The bathrooms were up to date and nice. The beds were comfortable. The hot tub was excellent. The place was clean, though the pots/pans and silverware tray could have been cleaner. This place is close to places to hike in Shawnee. The house is several miles to restaurants or stores. If you are looking for something remote this is the place. I would bring your own coffee. It would also be nice if they moved the fire pit closer to the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location
We found the location clean and as described. The only issue was not enough toilet paper for our group. We would stay there again, if given the opportunity.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023