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Secluded Lakefront Chalet. Private dock with amentities. Book today!

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Eagles Nest Chalet facing Lake of Egypt. Picture taken from ENC private dock.
Rear  view & yard facung lake with newly expanded firepit conversation area.
Upper parking area for 2-3 cars.
Lighted stairs from the upper parking area to the Chalet
Steep driveway to lower parking area Accessible to all wheel & 4WD vehicles only

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Goreville, IL
  • Lake of Egypt
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Marion Cultural and Civic Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 2- Fish Room

1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3- Turtle Room

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Common area 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom-Boat Room

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Lakefront Chalet. Private dock with amentities. Book today!

The Eagles Nest Chalet, located 3.6 miles from I-57 and 3.4 miles from I-24 on Lake of Egypt,.
You’ll enjoy the privacy of the entire beautiful Chalet for you and your guests during your stay. Just bring your clothes, personal items, food, drinks, fishing tackle & ife vests. The Chalet and property is pet free. Due to adjacent woods and rural location the property is a smoke and vape free property.
This secluded inviting, newly updated lakefront chalet boasts 3 bedrooms with USB charging ports, ceiling fans, 2 full baths, open concept, including a well-appointed kitchen with complimentary refreshments, snacks and coffee bar. A welcoming vaulted great room and lower gathering area. Desk workspace with ample plugs,USB's and task lighting. New paint, decor and furnishings throughout makes this chalet the perfect relaxation getaway. The upper and lower levels each have a wall of glass sliders providing stunning lake views and access to the covered upper and lower furnished decks including a large electric grill and Blackstone griddle for use in all seasons. This property includes ample parking with additional parking adjacent to the chalet, well-lit sidewalks and stairways which may be turned off to enjoy the evening under the stars. The outdoor space is just as amazing as the chalet, located in a lush wooded valley with deer, geese, ducks,birds, occasional eagles, breath-taking sunrises and lake views which you may enjoy from one of the two covered decks or the private dock
Perfect for morning coffee, playing games, dining or evening cocktails.
Outdoor activities abound with a new custom private boat dock with huge swim deck, ladder, covered tables and seating area, full fish cleaning station, electric, lights, and fans on a quiet No Wake Cove near ski area. The Chalet's private dock has an available open slip to bring your own boat (at no additional charge) swimming, fishing, use of paddle board, canoe, kayaks and lily pad float.(No jumping on Lilly pad) (** BRING YOUR OWN PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES AS THEY ARE NOT PROVIDED, NO DIVING & NO LIFEGUARD on Duty**). Enjoy the newly expanded outdoor fire-pit with large seating area and complimentary use of hot dog roasting sticks and pudgy pie makers. Firewood available for purchase and flame clicker is provided. Due to conservation, erosion control and neighboring properties, wood gathering is strictly prohibited.
If you prefer to venture during your stay at the Eagles Nest Chalet, you will find a host of availability including a convenience store and a quaint shop with sandwiches, ice cream, candy and convenience items just a few minutes drive. Local restaurants, three marinas, fuel, bait, local bars, liquor store, grocery and pizza are also nearby. Don’t forget to plan an outing to one of the areas many local award winning wineries or hire a local tour van to take you to the many wine trail vineyards for wine, micro-brews, local entertainment, 6 minutes from Lake of Egypt golf course, about 30 minutes from SIU, about 25 minutes to John A. Logan, food, unique shopping, and gifts. The chalet is within 12 miles of 4 of the wineries. maybe a zip lines tour is your interest. visit, the longest zip line in Illinois just 9 miles away,
For outdoors enthusiasts, the chalet is in proximity to several state parks that have, hiking, biking, seasonal waterfalls, cliffs for climbers, zip lines, beautiful natural areas and awe-inspiring views like Herin Pond, Little Black Slough (35 min) with boardwalk views of cypress and Tupelo Bayou, or Bald Knob Cross (52min). State parks include: Ferne Cliff SP (10 min) Giant City SP (30 min) Little Grand Canyon SP (46 min) Garden of The Gods SP (60 min) If your interest is biking rather than hiking, the biking enthusiasts will appreciate Tunnel Hill biking trail that offers 45 miles of trail through natures beauty (24 min).
The Lake of Egypt has local vendors offering pontoon and jet ski rentals and personal watercraft launch for a nominal fee.
Recycling is encouraged and available on property.


Disclaimer:
** Eagles Nest Chalet owner is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any accidents, injuries or personal property while at the property. Use of items offered are at users risk and renters & their parties are responsible for proper use of home & its contents, outdoor spaces, canoe, kayaks, lilly pad, dock, dock ladder, fish cleaning station, outlets, fire pit safety, swimming, amenities and the renter/users shall hold Chalet owner harmless as the property owner is not responsible for injury, accidents or fatalities **.

Property manager

Gerald McClallen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The LOE sewer system allows only toilet paper to be used. No “flushable items” of any kind are to be disposed of in the toilets. No lit candles.
Put used dishs in D/W with provided soap pod and turn on when leaving. Put used towels in the laundry room basket. Leave dry used linen on the beds.
No parties/ events allowed inside the home or on property. S-TH 9:30p F- SA 10:30 quiet time. Trash bagged , tied,and put in outside garbage container

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Goreville

Located in Goreville, this chalet is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Blue Sky Vineyards and Kokopelli Golf Club 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 Ferne Clyffe State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Williamson County Fairgrounds, or check out an event or a game at Marion Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Goreville, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 12 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 23 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Giant City State Park - 39 min drive - 33.3 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 36 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Katy-Lynn Winery and Distillery - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Big Blues Que - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Lakefront Chalet. Private dock with amentities. Book today! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Lakefront Chalet. Private dock with amentities. Book today!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Lakefront Chalet. Private dock with amentities. Book today!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Lakefront Chalet. Private dock with amentities. Book today! located?

This family-friendly Goreville chalet is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. Goreville City Park and Ferne Clyffe State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amos K.

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

Our stay on the Chalet

It was really great! Would rent again! The doc was nice and the fish cleaning station was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie W.

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

Fishing trip

Amazing dock for fishing and very nice and clean house
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martina S.

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

Amazing stay

Our stay at the chalet was amazing and the host was nothign ahort of wonderful. He was excellent about communicating everything concerning the check in/out process, gave us some suggestions on what to visit and even checked on us during a tornado warning. We are hoping to come back for another visit soon
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our stay at this property. The lake access is hard to beat. The driveway was really steep though, and we were nervous about driving the car down. It would be a real problem in icy weather. Outside of that, the house was great. The hosts were very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam V.

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

Perfect get away

This property was very welcoming, clean, and communication with the owners were wonderful and friendly. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a quiet getaway in a lovely lake. My son and I loved the kayaks that were available and the boat dock was an amazing place to hang out and do a little fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

10/10 Excellent

laura s.

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

Beautiful Fall retreat

This was our second time staying at the Chalet. Beautiful view of the lake, quiet surroundings, and sounds of nature. The Chalet has everything you need to make you feel right at home! A beautiful place to recharge!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

We loved our time out on the great dock along with all of the adventures available nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

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

Just add family!

This property came equipped with everything we needed to have a great time on the lake. Just a few steps from the house you have a very nice private dock with kayaks and lily pad mat. The driveway is steep and the property has lots of stairs but the listing was upfront about that. It was not A problem for us in a minivan. Just add family and life jackets and have a great time. a problem for us in a minivan. Justadfamily
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

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

Lake House

Beautiful home !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Even Rain Couldn’t Dampen Beautiful Experience

The five of us stayed for family weekend wedding. The home is wonderfully decorated and host thought of all important details. Beautiful relaxed atmosphere with nooks for quiet contemplation. Host so responsive and helpful. So glad we stayed here for our special weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great Little Getaway!

Great Lake House with plenty of amenities! Owner was very responsive and friendly. We will definitely be back to enjoy more of the lake and relaxing nature this place offers!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha W.

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

Beautiful home

Property was very beautiful and clean. Beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Amazing place to stay!

The lake front chalet was AMAZING in every way! The new dock was our "home" throughout our stay. The dock was spacious and provided a great view of the lake. The hosts were absolutely incredible. They were responsive and great with their communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonica S.

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

A great escape in Southern Illinois

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Chalet! It fit the needs of our extended family vacation & had extra amenities that made it a lovely stay! If we have any comments it would be that the drive is VERY steep & while Gerald did AMAZING accommodating our extra vehicles it proved to be a challenge - also there are quite a few stairs everywhere that could be difficult for anyone older or who has mobility issues. They went the extra mile being available for questions & although the dock had issues we understood it was out of their control. As was the issue with the spider webs - we were aware being in the middle of nature that bugs are an issue but bless their hearts the spiders were relentless, they would clean & the next morning webs everywhere - but again Gerald was a dear about trying to fix those things! We all enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois F.

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

Mid-week outing

Our group of 8 women wanted to get away to chillax. That’s all we did. Plenty of room. Enjoyed the fire pit & dock. Gerald was accessible if needed. Thank you. Go shmgan.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay W.

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

Fantastic house, fantastic location, fantastic owners!!

The other reviewers have nailed it -- this was simply a fantastic VRBO rental experience, from beginning to end!! Wonderful, spotlessly clean house; fantastic location on a lake, and we made good use of the kayaks, the paddleboard, the lily pad float; great location in terms of access to area sites and attractions... and Gerald and Cindy were simply WONDERFUL hosts/owners!! We were fortunate enough to run into them as we were moving our things in to the house, and we stood in the driveway and chatted for half an hour. Delightful, delightful, and thoughtful people. Later in our stay, they dropped off an unexpected and thoughtful surprise that showed that they had been listening throughout our conversation a few nights earlier -- the kind of added little touch that makes you feel extra-well-cared for. Fantastic experience -- would absolutely stay here again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald K.

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

Great place for a getaway

Property was spotless with many amenities. Great Lake house and owner was very accommodating. Renters should be aware that there are many stairs. That was the only downside, otherwise perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Lake Life

Our group had 9 people- one teen and the rest adults. We all had the best time. If you are on the fence about booking, just do it. You will be so happy you did. Gerald was a absolute top notch host. Excellent communication! We got stuck on the lake in our pontoon boat (human error) and Gerald and Cindy came to our rescue:) We rented our boat from Big Worm. Big Worm delivered the boat to our dock. The lake house has everything you will need to make your stay wonderful. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. There are numerous kayaks and a paddle board. Our entire group of 9 were on the lake either in a kayak, on a paddle board or on a paddle boat. There is something for everyone. You will love coffee in the morning on the deck or grab a chair and sit on the dock. So peaceful. Listen to the birds and enjoy some tranquility. You must drive an hour to Garden of the Gods. You will feel like you are in Utah or Colorado. Amazing. We are already planning for next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie b.

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

Lake Elgin stay

Gerald and Carol are awesome hosts, checking in to be sure we have everything needed and are great about helping everyone get on kayaks. Such a lovely area with hiking and swimming - thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary S.

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

Perfect house right on the water

The house was clean, beautiful view, and the complimentary treat were a plus! The owners were very helpful and quick to response. We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Communication with host was great. Always check to see if need anything. If you have mobility issues beware there are a lot of stairs fortunately we didn't have any issues. Having a dock to bring our pontoon to was a bonus. House was very clean and stocked with k-cups little boxes of cearel and orher treats. We were there when Gorville was having some hot temperatures just to let know the AC works great. Thanks for great stay made lots of memories. 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Great family vacay

This house is very well stocked and located for a fun family vacay. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill E.

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

Great place to stay !

Great place to stay at the lake. The owner does an over and above job to make your stay memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

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

Great Sister Trip

This beautiful chalet located in a quiet cove on the lake was a perfect place for our annual sister trip. This place is beautifully decorated with many great amenities. The owner added some personal touches which made us feel right at home. There were so many activities such as hiking, wineries, kayaking, swimming and fishing to keep us busy during our stay. Gerald was a wonderful host and made sure we were enjoying ourselves so we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gerald McClallen

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Hosting allows me to share the beauty and lake living on The Lake of Egypt with my guests in a beautiful, comfortable well appointed home.

What makes this property unique

The Eagles Nest Chalet is on a large private no wake Cove near ski area and has private custom dock with no extra charge extra long covered boat slip, extra wide ramp, full fish station, lighting, fans, swim deck, covered eating. Ample parking, large conversation fire pit. Close to SIU and John A. Logan, wineries, zip line, hiking, biking, and Marion Airport.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests