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Tiny home, River View near Shawnee Forest, hiking and boating Ohio River

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Laundromat turned lodging
Aerial view
The simple details throughout
Living room
Fully stocked kitchen, coffee bar, and big windows give a view of the river

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Elizabethtown, IL
  • Hardin County Court House
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Cave in Rock State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Tiny home, River View near Shawnee Forest, hiking and boating Ohio River

The E'Town Riverside Lodge is a newly remodeled space in beautiful, quaint Elizabethtown nestled on the Ohio River. Once a laundromat, the history is in the details, built in 1928 it now has been turned into a beautiful lodge. Stay and relax by the river or explore nearby attractions and sightseeing- From Garden of the Gods to Cave-in-Rock, Shawnee Forest, Riverside Mercantile next door; The Riverside Lodge is a hop, skip and jump to all things Southern IL.

The space
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
1 King Bed in the Bedroom
1 Queen Sleeper Sofa in Living Room

INDOOR LAYOUT:
All one level. No steps!
Tinted living room windows allows great views without anyone seeing in.
Living Room w/ Smart TV
Kitchen & Dining Area
Washer and Dryer
1 Full bathroom with shower

OUTDOORS:
Fully fenced patio
Fire pit for relaxation on the patio
Charcoal grill on the patio, charcoal available in Rosiclaire at DG
Walking distance to the Ohio River; E'Town River Restaurant
Step outside and see the river
Right next door to the cute Riverside Mercantile

NEARBY TOWNS:
In Elizabethtown, IL
5 mi to Rosiclare, IL
11 mi to Cave-in-Rock, IL
16 mi to Golconda, IL
31 mi to Harrisburg, IL
32 mi to Sturgis, KY

RECREATION:
11 mi to Cave-in-Rock
14 mi to Rim Rock
14 mi to Pounds Hollow Beach and Rec Area
16 mi to Garden of the Gods
27 mi to Jackson Hole
31 m to Bell Smith Springs

Try out our Riverside Mercantile store in town at the 4 way and enjoy ice cream, shakes, coffee, lattes, local meats and artisan local goods.
Or how about, fresh Ohio River catfish at the E'Town River Restaurant between March and October!

PET POLICY: Pets allowed $50 fee, 2 max allowed.

OTHER:
Visitors: not staying overnight are welcomed, loud, disruptive parties are not.

Check out instructions: We ask that you wash your dishes, pick up any trash left outdoors including cigarette butts, turn off lights, thermostat down to 65 in winter and 78 in summer.

Firewood: Available for purchase at local convenience stores in Rosiclare
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels, coffee bar: creamer, coffee and sweetners, snacks.

Property manager

Stephanie Higginson
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown is home to this holiday home. The Chocolate Factory is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee National Forest and Cave in Rock State Park.
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Elizabethtown, IL

What's nearby

  • Hardin County Court House - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shawnee National Forest - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cave in Rock State Park - 17 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 27 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 31 min drive - 30.7 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Top Dog Snack Bar & Gift Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ma & Pa's Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪River Front Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Town & Country - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tiny home, River View near Shawnee Forest, hiking and boating Ohio River pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Tiny home, River View near Shawnee Forest, hiking and boating Ohio River ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tiny home, River View near Shawnee Forest, hiking and boating Ohio River ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tiny home, River View near Shawnee Forest, hiking and boating Ohio River located?

Situated in Elizabethtown, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hardin County Court House and Shawnee National Forest. Ohio River is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

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

Good staging spot for hiking Shawnee Nat. Forest

Great spot for hiking Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock, Cave in Rock etc... Nice and quiet location for sleeping between hikes!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Great place to overnight near Garden of the Gods

Just as adorable as the photos look. Was a great place to recoup after a long hike, wish we went in the summer when the catfish kitchen around the corner was serving!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

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

Great place to stay and experience a quaint, IL town

We enjoyed this tiny house during our stay. It’s clean, dog-friendly with a fenced patio and within a 20-30 minute drive to the surrounding popular hiking and nature sight-seeing spots. The town itself is very small and you’ll need to drive a little ways for restaurants and groceries. The mercantile shop directly next door is very cute and a great spot to get coffee, Ice cream and local goods. Would recommend for a family of four (like us) or smaller.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved our stay. The owner is the sweetest and has kept her property so neat and tidy. I plan on coming back again !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney S.

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

Perfect for a short getaway

We met in the middle of TN, IN, and MO for a girl's weekend—very clean, very responsive owner. It was very close to the river and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry V.

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

Unique

Unique history and comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg E.

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

Family Visit

Tiny Home is beautiful and steps away from the Ohio River. Close to many attractions in Southern Illinois
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria G.

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

Lovely spring break getaway!

Loved the cleanliness, quality of finishes, and quietness of this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Riverside lodge

Unique vrbo with history and top notch craftmanship. The store next door is adorable with great coffee, delicious ice cream and a wide variety of high quality goods and souvenirs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Very Nice

Very nice place. Simple and clean. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique M.

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

A hiden gem

The "tiny home" is not so tiny, very well restored, well furnished and so quiet. Excellent communication with the host, extremely responsive and friendly.. The area has a lot to offer. We certainly will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute little two room house. There's an ice cream shop on the corner and a bar across the street from that. An excellent place to start your southern Illinois trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel W.

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

Anniversary Celebration

Elizabethtown is a quaint river village. The tiny house was perfect for us. Would definitely stay here again. There is so much to see in this area of Southern Illinois.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

tim b.

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

Great place

Nice and clean comfortable bed the little town is nice and little 93 year lady next door was just as sweet as she could be we will be coming bac next year hope we get to stay here again and has good icecream right next door
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emilie S.

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

Perfect stay

We loved our stay! The mercantile next door was so cute with great ice cream. Stephanie was so kind and quick to respond! I would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi M.

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

Lodge

Perfect stay for a couples get-a-way!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly I.

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

Beautiful

The house was wonderful and well stocked. It was clean and comfortable. The area was perfect distance to get to Cave Rock and Garden of the Gods. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Cute house on the Ohio River

We visited Gardens of the Gods and Cave in the Rock, both places we loved. The rental property was near both parks. The house was just what we wanted. It had everything we needed. There were limited restaurants but we enjoyed cooking at home and then sit by the fire pit afterwards. Would rent this place again if we find ourselves in that area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

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

Great stay

Wonderful rehabbed property in a neat, tiny town. Very clean and updated. Close to garden of the gods hiking. No restaurants or groceries very close though.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Short walk to the River!

We really loved our stay here. The river was right by us and we could take a nice little walk to it. Loved the original pictures of the building and it was all we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby R.

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

Great short weekend

I booked this place as a surprise trip for my brother-in-law and sister. They loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane U.

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

Rustic

Such a cute place, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna I.

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

Excellent house!

Great communication with host, super accommodating, clean and new. Would 100% recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Y.

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

Welcoming little town

This little house has everything one would need. The bed was amazingly comfortable. The fried catfish on the river was excellent but is closed the first part of the week. We cooked meat purchased from the little store next door one night and it was delicious. Very high quality. We were hiking some of the paths in Shawnee and enjoyed our stay. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pops C.

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

A perfect get away

Our experience was great! The home was beautiful and perfectly located for peace and quiet. The host was amazing to work with. I couldn't have asked for better communication. If you stay in this house, make sure you visit the ice cream shop next door for cool stuff and the best ice cream around!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Higginson

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I’m Stephanie, entrepreneur at heart. Owner of Riverside Mercantile in the heart of Elizabethtown, IL with 2 lodging options available, Shade Rock or Riverside Lodge. Two very different, unique options to enjoy the Ohio River and Shawnee Forest area.

We own and operate another store as well, Higginson Farms Mercantile in another county in Southern IL. Both locations, sell the meat from our farm along with other local goods, ice cream, coffee and sweets. We work hard at bringing customer satisfaction in all areas of our businesses, including hosting. Our hearts long to revitalize the area, offer fun and unique lodging and stores for tourists and locals.

Why they chose this property

In the heart of Southern IL, the Ohio River and Shawnee National Forest meet. Some of the most unique, scenic trails and breathtaking views that have people coming in from around the country to explore and experience are right here in this area. From bluffs, trails, rock formations, hiking, historic sites, wilderness areas, scenic drives, waterfalls, and boating. Some things to see while in the area: National Historic Trail of Tears, Cave in Rock, Garden of The Gods, Iron Furnace, River to River Trail, Scenic Byway, Southern IL Wine Trail, Pounds Hollow, Bell Smith Springs, Rim Rocks National Trail, Lake Glendale, Fern Clyffe, Trigg Observation Tower, Tunnel Hill State Park, Jackson Falls, and Lusk Creek Canyon Nature Preserve to name just a few.
The beauty of this area is the reason we chose to place invest in the area with our Mercantile and Lodging options.

What makes this property unique

Our 1928 property stood as an abandoned laundromat right along the Ohio River before we turned it into a lodging option for our Riverside Mercantile store right next door. The property has been kept to its original structure and foundation, including the restored floors and the old front doors that have been restored and hang as the interior sliding doors. You can still see the old 'Pepsi" sticker on the door that hangs in the living room. On the walls you will find portraits of the old laundromat throughout the years. The property has been restored with modern amenities, while keeping the history of the building offering a simple but peaceful environment. The views out the front door of the river and steps away to the boat launch, floating catfish restaurant and the historic rose hotel is not like any other lodging option in the area.

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