Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake | Cabin in Makanda

9.4 (3 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Makanda Cabin | Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake

1 Bedroom Cabin in Makanda

Your cozy cabin in Makanda with 1 bedroom featuring a queen bed.
This 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:
Giant City State Park - 5 Minutes/2.4 Miles
Cedar Lake - 8 minutes/5.4 miles
SIU Arena - 9 Minutes - 6.8 Miles
Feather Hills Winery (Closest) - 4 Minutes /2.7 Miles
Shawnee Hills Wine Trail - 4-30 Minutes (Depends on the winery)
Bald Knob Cross - 24 Minutes/13.6 Miles
Little Grassy Lake - 16 Minutes/7.7 Miles
Giant City Lodge - 11 Minutes/5 Miles
Appl Creek Golf Course - 1 Minute (You can see the fairway!)
This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.
This 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.
Please 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!

Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake is located in Makanda. Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Cabin features Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Makanda has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Makanda, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Eco Friendly
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Microwave
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 total pets
Accessibility
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smoke-free property
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • 1 stairs to reach property
Activities
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
General
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (47 sq m)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • In a rural location
  • Next to a golf course
  • Near a hospital
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Housekeeping (on request)
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Reviews

Shannon M.
Oct 8, 2025 03:04:28 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Check in was easy and the place was perfect for my stay. I came down for a fishing trip and was able to park my boat at my rental. The owner was very helpful when I had questions about my stay as well. I will definitely stay here again.
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