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

Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Shawnee National Forest

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor spa tub
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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

Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Shawnee National Forest
This smoke-free holiday home features Access to hot tub, self parking and laundry facilities. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with Netflix, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a washing machine.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Televisions come with Netflix. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Vacasa of Illinois

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot 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
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

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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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

Property is also known as

79698

About the area

Map
Harrisburg, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hitching Post Trailhead - 16 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Harrisburg Township Park District - 19 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 27 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 31 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Krispy Krunchy Chicken - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Derel's Bar-B-Que - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Gap Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Harbisons Country Market - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Long John Silver's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage on 6 acres with private hot tub, cozy deck & firepit pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Charming cottage on 6 acres with private hot tub, cozy deck & firepit?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage on 6 acres with private hot tub, cozy deck & firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage on 6 acres with private hot tub, cozy deck & firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage on 6 acres with private hot tub, cozy deck & firepit located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Shawnee National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Hitching Post Trailhead and Saline County Area Museum. Harrisburg Township Park District and Shawnee Hills Country Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great place, very peaceful property with a lovely hot tub. Well equipped. Awesome hiking nearby!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Louise D.

Everything you need; well stocked kitchen, towels, comfortable beds. Exterior grounds could use ...

Updated interior and furnishings.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Garden of the Gods

Great house. Perfect for hikers, star watchers and those who just want to relax. Great hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlo W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda J.

Country garden lane

This stay was so lovely in the country and close to garden of the gods and rim rock areas. Kitchen and beds were so nice and fresh. Hot tub was amazing after hiking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Thanks for letting us stay we had a reat time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory N.

Peaceful and comfortable

Beds were very comfortable! Loved the set up of the home and hot tub was a plus after long days of hiking! The place is conveniently located for many different hiking trails!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Travis K.

Garden of the Gods

This place was centrally located for all the neighboring hikes. Town with anything you could possibly need right down the road. We loved the cabin and its quiet setting! We would 10/10 return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abraham F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth B.

Cute little house for the most part it was great!

Great location cute house plenty of room. Could use a few things, but overall a good stay. I let the host know about the flaws directly.

10/10 Excellent

Cortney C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
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10/10 Excellent

tony c.

Very comfy and secluded

We loved the style of the house everything is modern and up-to-date with a country feel. It was cozy and relaxing when your not hiking!!! And the jacuzzi was phenomenal!!! 10 out of 10 would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Martha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

6/10 Okay

Ronald C.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

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

Max M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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