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Serenity at the Lake

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Goreville, IL
  • Popular LocationLake of Egypt1 min walk
  • Popular LocationFerne Clyffe State Park13 min drive
  • Popular LocationGiant City State Park40 min drive
  • AirportCarbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)52 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 8
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
    3 single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bath
Bathroom 2
    No shower or bath

About this property

Entire place

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

Serenity at the Lake

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and balcony
A garden, barbecues and camper van/bus/lorry parking are available at this smoke-free cabin. WiFi in public areas is free. The cabin has 2 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cabin offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge (mini)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Serenidad en el Lago
Serenity at the Lake Cabin
Serenity at the Lake Goreville
Serenity at the Lake Cabin Goreville

About the area

Goreville

Located in Goreville, this cabin is on the waterfront. Panther Den Trailhead and Harmony Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt.
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What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Lake of Egypt - 1 min walk
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 13 min drive
  • Giant City State Park - 40 min drive
  • Southern Illinois University - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 38 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's - 11 min drive
  • Subway - 12 min drive
  • Katy-Lynn Winery and Distillery - 23 min drive
  • Big Blues Que - 22 min drive
  • Town Square Pub - 27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity at the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serenity at the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity at the Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serenity at the Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. Goreville City Hall and Goreville City Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 102 reviews" "
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Matthew G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Property was occupied
Upon arrival, we found the property was actively occupied by a family member of the owner, and not intended for us to be there... The bed had been slept-in, personal mail and tax forms were on the table, laundry was in the dryer, someone's toothbrush and other toiletries cluttered the bathroom, dirty laundry was on floor, a full wardrobe of clothing in the closet, dishes in the sink, food in the fridge and on the counter... The list goes on. We left, in fear we were violating someone's privacy. We never received arrival information, and we (and VRBO support) were unable to contact the property owner over the course of our reservation. Very disappointed to have been left homeless during our stay in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashley W.

We enjoyed ourselves, but won’t stay here again due to stressful communication issues
There was an error in the schedule and two separate parties were booked for the same day. We weren’t notified of this error until less than 2 days before we were suppose to arrive. We had this property booked for 6 months prior and had paid appropriately. We were told we couldn’t stay and we proceeded to look for another place. 5+ hours pass and we were notified that it was corrected and we could stay. Luckily we were able to cancel the 2nd place we had just booked. The manager/owner is hard to reach..I had tried to get in contact with him several months prior to our stay so it was very frustrating to have this issue so close to when we were scheduled to arrive. The house had a weird musty smell but otherwise appeared clean. One of the beds was broken down stairs. The owner/manager drove by to check on us on and had said he would come by again later, which we didn’t feel was really necessary after the first check in. We enjoyed the lake and all the winery locations close by. We also visited an alpaca farm and had fun there. This location is certainly not for people who have mobility issues, which is stated in the description.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay
This was our third stay at this property. The location on the lake is perfect & water toys are great. Love that we were able to dock our rental boat at this property over night. Glen is a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myrna E., Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful opportunity to relax
We enjoyed our stay immensely. Loved the water toys including kayaks especially. Our family took time to chill on the beautiful deck, and play games. True serenity. However internet only allows one person on at a time. We had a student taking an online class and the internet was totally unsatisfactory. Also unable to watch television.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Lauren S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
In need of a deep clean
We’ve stayed in many rentals on the lake, and this was by far the dirtiest one we’ve stayed in. The toilets were not clean. The fridge was filthy and had leftover food from other renters. The stove had grease splatter on it, and the appliances all needed to be wiped down. The forks and spoons were dirty. The ceiling fans had layers of dust, and there were cobwebs everywhere. The entire place smelled musty, and almost all of the furnishings were old and beat up. Worst of all, we saw mouse droppings everywhere and a couple of traps. I do have to say the beds, linens and towels were clean and fresh. The living room couches also seemed new. It's worth noting that the layout of the unit is odd. The downstairs area with the twin beds and the bar cannot be accessed from the main floor. You must go outside and walk down the deck steps. We found the space kind of unusable due to its inconvenience. Cleanliness aside, the unit’s location is great. The no-wake cove is nice for swimming. We enjoyed the kayaks, lilypads and paddleboard at the dock. If this unit was cleaned, had the carpet removed and had some modern updates, it'd be much better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Brenda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place! We needed extra room for birthday party weekend up the cove from here.
Cute place! We needed extra room for our gma 87th birthday party up the cove from here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

roger r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
Had a great time! We had unexpected snow and the owner was great about cleaning off the walking areas and putting down sand. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gwen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The View says it All!
Glen was a great host and so nice to talk with. We loved the Lake House! The view was amazing!!! Beds were comfortable and had all the necessities. We will definitely return. Sad to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Angela I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun at the Lake
Really enjoyed the location of this house and accessibility to the kayaks and fire pit. It was perfect for my annual ladies' trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit #2
This was our second time staying in this house. Last time we came alone-this time we brought the kids. They loved that they had their own separate space downstairs. The house is very cute and cozy and the view from the deck is wonderful. My only suggestion would be that more forks are needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022