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3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!

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Interior
Room
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 441.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Makanda, IL
  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Giant City State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Southern Illinois University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Carbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!

Cabin located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest and Shawnee Hills Wine Trail!

Only 3 minutes from hiking in Giant City State Park, 5 minutes to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, 6 minutes from SIU, and 8 minutes to Cedar Lake. This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.

Property manager

Steve Young
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock

About the area

Makanda

Located in Makanda, this cabin is in a rural area and next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park, while African American Museum of Southern Illinois and General John A. Logan Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Makanda, IL

What's nearby

  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Giant City State Park - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Campground Beach - 20 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 31 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 12 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Palace Pizzeria - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! located?

Situated in Makanda, this golf cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. Giant City State Park is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

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

Good price

This cabin was a good stay for the price. Location was a short drive to what we were visiting. A new couch should be on the to purchase list. We were sitting pretty low.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Weekend for wedding

Owner was so helpful and the cabin was just right for our weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Scott S.

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

Nice little cabin

Nice little cabin conveniently located near Carbondale. Also close to Giant City National Park and lodge as well as many of the wineries in the area. Cabin was very clean and near perfect size for a couple or small family. Just was easy to communicate with and had no problem dealing with him.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

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

Cabin by the course

we had a great time and really enjoyed our accommodations. so much better than a hotel. everything was very nice in the cabin and it was a perfect choice. thank you for your great accomodationd.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Great stay!

This place was perfect for our weekend stay. The cabin was clean and cozy, thought it could be buggy due to the location but not one in sight. We used the pullout couch bed which was good for our needs but the mattress is thin so it was helpful we brought a second comforter to add more cushioning. Also, the host was very attentive and responsive. Place had everything we needed and I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

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

Cute cabin

Cute cabin Clean Well equipped Conveniently licatedy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd D.

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

Getaway

It was just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Cozy, comfortable cabin.

We had a great stay. All was great and we would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mona C.

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

Cute and cozy

I visited my daughter at SIU for parents weekend. So cute, and cozy. The perfect stay!😍
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anson H.

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

cool cabin in the country but close totwon

great place with quiet space . clean easy drive to Carbondale . this was my second stay and will come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Adorable Cabin!

This cabin is adorable - super clean and has everything you could need! Exactly as advertised, the pictures truly represent the space. I went with my dog to try and find a quiet place for the 4th of July - the property is very quiet during the day, but there were some fireworks in the neighboring community after dark. Not as bad as we would have had at home, so it was worth the trip. I highly recommend this cabin for a getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

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

Birthday weekend

Location was great. We felt very safe and place was really clean. Small, but perfect for a couple or couple with 1-2 small kids. While there is not a stove for cooking, we used the grill and even learned to make grilled broccoli. Sooo good. So close to the giant city park and wineries. It was perfect for a weekend get away. The refrigerator is college dorm size, so we had it packed to brim and everything stayed cold in the refridge section and frozen in The freezer section. Lots of room for walking and the view was so pretty. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacie L.

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

An Excellent Choice!

I received immediate feedback from the host with all the necessary information. Mr. Young also made it clear he would be available to provide additional assistance if needed. And he was! We were all impressed with the cleanliness of the property and the nice little extra touches like a very well stocked snack basket and excellent coffee. The location is ideal. It is off the beaten track, but with easy access to many choice locations in Southern Illinois. With several cabins close by, it would work well for a multi-family gathering. All in all, an excellent choice!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was close to many state parks and very close to Carbondale. Very quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Great place

We can for the wine trail. Cabin is very close and convenient. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla V.

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

Stay at Cabin #2

I had a wonderful stay at cabin #2! Everything was very clean and comfortable. The location was close to hiking trails, which I love and also close to town for convenience. Steve was a great host and replied very quickly when I had questions. Would definitely recommend and hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan K., Racine, WI

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

Great location

Easy access to the Shawnee Wine Trail. Cozy cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

S T.

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

Quaint cabin

Quiet! Clean! Soft, fluffy towels and plenty of them! Had everything we needed while in town visiting family. Thermostat was set between 75-78 and we couldn't change it. But the ceiling fan in the bedroom kept me cool enough. If you are picky about pillows I'd bring your own bc the ones at the cabin were kinda flat. Couch wasn't super comfy but the recliner was decent. Has satellite TV but not a lot of channels so bring your laptop or switch to stay entertained. No hairdryer that I could find. Overall recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan C.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

This was the cutest little cabin, a perfect place to end the day after visiting the wine trail. It had everything you needed and was very charming. The little details like snacks and toiletries were much appreciated! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

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

Great cabin and owner, we will be coming back to stay again.

Steve, thank you for an awesome weekend, we really enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Perfect location

The location of this cabin was perfect for our trip! It was close to SIU where we visited our son while also minutes away from Giant City Park. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

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

Very nice

We had a nice time, lovely location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

Pleasant and quiet

Stocked nicely. Clean and comfortable. Near Carbondale and easy to access. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi G.

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

Nice cabin

Don’t let the listing picture deter you. This is a nice cabin inside and out. AC was nice and cold. Bed was comfy. There is not a stove/oven however, a nice gas grill is provided. Work as expected. Hosts communicate very well, gave all the information necessary quickly and easily
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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