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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10183 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Goreville, IL
  • Shawnee National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Lake of Egypt
    12 min walk
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park
    13 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    26 min drive

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About the area

Goreville

When you stay at this cabin in Goreville, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Shawnee National Forest and 12 minutes by foot from Lake of Egypt. .This cabin is 5.1 mi (8.1 km) from Goreville City Hall and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Ferne Clyffe State Park.

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Lake of Egypt - 12 min walk
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 13 min drive
  • Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 24 min drive
  • Giant City State Park - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 39 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Katy-Lynn Winery and Distillery - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Big Blues Que - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

WIFI FLEXCATION & RELAXATION! Cozy fireplace, reading, movies, fire pit & more!

If you like what you see but the dates you prefer aren't available, check out our other rentals on the Lake of Egypt: The Eagle's Nest (#4714115) and the all new CYPRESS VIEW (#9386466).

Well-maintained lake front property on Lake of Egypt. Watch the boats from the covered deck. Enjoy the lake with a two boat slip covered dock. Fish and swim right off your dock. In the evening, roast some marshmallows in the fire pit with an amazing view of the lake. Inside, enjoy a huge sun room with gas fireplace and open/eat in kitchen. The property boasts a whopping 155 feet of rip/rap shoreline. Experience lake life at its finest as you relax and enjoy the fantastic views from your deck or sun room. Three marinas service the lake, with live entertainment for you to drop anchor and enjoy. Located near the wine trails and several state parks, it truly is a vacationer's dream. Come see the view and experience the fishing, swimming, boating, and relaxing in this awesome home.

There are two bedrooms with queen-sized beds, one bedroom with twin/full bunk beds as well as a trundle, and a pullout couch with a full-size bed. Air mattresses are welcome (but please do not exceed 10 people).

Additionally, there is a blacktop, horseshoe driveway!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a pickleball court or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Jeff and Heather Goelz

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 10 steps to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Pickleball court
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1968 sq ft (183 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Lifetime Memories Kayaks Fire Pit Grill Wineries Fishing More
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WIFI FLEXCATION & RELAXATION! Cozy fireplace, reading, movies, fire pit & more! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 287 out of 301 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Reunion
We were thrilled with how clean and well labeled everything was. We found everything we needed to make our stay more comfortable. The view was awesome! We might have to plan a trip to bring our boat next summer. A special thanks to our host for being so welcoming and quick to respond to all of our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernest S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Directions to the property where easy, check in was a breeze and the boat flip was a plus! House was great inside and out! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyson A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The house was great, located right on the lake with boat slips for our 4 boats. The house was clean and comfortable for 6. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M., St. John, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Fisherman’s Dream!
Great accommodations and very clean. You can catch fish right off the dock. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!!!
Everything was as described. This is my 3rd time staying here and it is always great. Clean and great location and great view.. thanks for sharing your place for us to enjoy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Always great! 3rd time at this property. Will be back Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin Getaway
Had an amazing time exploring the parks and forests the region had to offer. That said, the cabin served as a wonderful launching point for our adventures and the property checked every box we could have asked for. Whether it was s'mores at sunset or watching the sunrise over the lake, the cabin helped make amazing memories for the kids and grown ups alike!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

Liked: Cleanliness
60th Bday
We thought the property was beautiful and the property manager was extremely kind and friendly. We would highly recommend this property. We had 6 adults and 2 children to celebrate my 60th birthday. The weekend was perfection!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P., Charleston, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter get-away!
We loved this winter get-away; off-season is a great time to explore and hike. We also kayaked and did a polar plunge off the boat dock! (They have a ladder, which helps for chilled adventurers). The kitchen is well equipped, and we baked & cooked extensively. Huge fridge/freezer, so you can pack in all your meals (eat at Walt’s Pizza in Marion. Superb). Hosts we responsive, brought over firewood upon request; they have skewers, so bring hot dogs & S’Mores. We will return again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week stay
Definitely met expectations. Everything went smoothly
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jillian E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun for Thanksgiving
We enjoyed our stay and the place was clean and cozy. There are a lot of stair and not a lot to do in the fall and winter. I'd love to come back in the spring and summer months. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth R., Central IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Couples Getaway
This was the 2nd time we stayed at a property owned by Heather and Jeff. 1st time was at Eagles Nest, and while names were familiar it was the business card that confirmed this. (I've now saved their 3rd property to my wish list.) Place was perfect for us, very clean and comfortable. No problem with anything. Loved the light switch labels. Beds were very comfortable. Even enjoyed some time outside on the cool November weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Girls Trup
Great place to relax and visit. Awesome views and clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

craig l., Mattoon

Liked: Cleanliness
Great clean house, very peaceful settimg
House was clean and well stocked with towels, blankets, kitchen utensils, etc. very quiet and peaceful. As others have said a lot of stairs to dock. Would go back. Things to note : jetted tub doesn’t work/leaks so there’s only showers and horseshoe drive would hold several cars but you can’t get around each other.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, spacious, fall weekend
We had a wonderful stay. Fabulous hikes 15 min drive. Well-equipped. Extremely clean and tidy little cabin. Fantastic deck, dock, and firepit. Easy and responsive host!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin with Beautiful views!
We stayed in this cabin on the lake hoping to fish, relax and enjoy southern Illinois fall colors, wine trail and Shawnee National Forest. The cabin was beautiful and everything we expected. The neighborhood was the only downfall as it was a maze to get to the property and had to do a lot of careful driving on short, curvy, bumpy and hilly roads to get to the cabin within the neighborhood. Only other forewarning is that there are many steps to get down to the dock and back up. Totally worth it though and great property, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful. Nice centralized spot for climbers
We chose this place for it's awesome location between all the great climbing areas, the lake view, and room for all the kids. It's no more than 45 mins from all the great climbing spots: Gaint City, Ferne, Holy Boulders, and Jackson. Lake Egypt is very quite. Beautiful in the fall. Hoping to come back in the spring for our next family climbing trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great fall break escape
Enjoyed the view of the lake from the cabin. Had all the amenities we needed inside plus we used the kayaks, fire pit & fished off the dock outside. Drove 1/2 hour to beautiful blue sky winery for an afternoon & visited ferne clyffe park 15mins away for a short hike before we headed home. Had an absolutely beautiful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
What a fabulous place. This was our annual girl's weekend. Wanted to try new place, We were so lucky, everything was absolutely spotless. The property owners were amazing. Heather met me at check in friendly and helpful. We have already decided to go back next year and stay longer. If I could, I would give it 10 stars. Beautiful place,furniture and view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Wine Trail Lake House
Great place on Lake of Egypt. Close to wine trail and hiking. Jeff was fantastic to work with and even took us out for a sunset pontoon ride. Great stay! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous
Loved. Will go back. There was nothing about the whole experience I didnt love. Great place, great scenery and great people.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jared

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet property. Lots of steps to the boat slip though. Beautiful lake and views of the lake. Not a lot of dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome weekend on the lake!!!
This is the 2nd time we’ve stayed at Heather and Jeff’s lake house! Heather is so easy to communicate with and we even had the pleasure of meeting them when they came over to show us how to use the boat. Great people! We had the best weekend with our family and friends. The house had everything we needed and more! We loved hanging out of the deck and swimming off of the dock. Our kids caught so many fish and turtles. They had a blast. The lake is absolutely beautiful. We can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake Views
The rooms are nice and large and the main area is huge with great lake views from the large windows and doors in the sun room. We enjoyed every bit of our stay. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful home!
We absolutely loved our stay! The house is magnificent and super clean! It is a great house for two families because it is two floors and the lake is right there for swimming! You will not be disappointed in this house! The surrounding area is beautiful so make sure you check it all out!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023