10/10 Excellent
Sharon B.
8 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cousin's Weekend Retreat
Sharon B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Relaxing escape or fishing getaway! Central location for hiking, wineries, fun
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9157.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Goreville, IL
- Lake of Egypt5 min drive
- Ferne Clyffe State Park11 min drive
- Marion Cultural and Civic Center22 min drive
- Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Main Bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Sunroom
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
En Suite Bathroom
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Relaxing escape or fishing getaway! Central location for hiking, wineries, fun
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 Lake Cabin (#4303299) and Cypress View (#9386466).
The perfect place for EVERYONE in your circle. Centrally nestled in the Shawnee National Forest and wine trail, you can enjoy the many hiking and site seeing opportunities all around you!
The Eagle's Nest has only one step to the house and one step to the dock ON the Lake of Egypt. A paved sitting area is ideal for all ages to rest, play, and enjoy the view. A GRASSY YARD makes a great setting for yard games, while the PORCH & SUN ROOM are perfect for visiting, game playing, and plain RELAXATION. There is a COVERED, 2-slip BOAT DOCK with POWER for your boat(s), or you could rent our PONTOON for an additional fee. Make this location your next destination for serenity, fun, or whatever you need!
The perfect place for EVERYONE in your circle. Centrally nestled in the Shawnee National Forest and wine trail, you can enjoy the many hiking and site seeing opportunities all around you!
The Eagle's Nest has only one step to the house and one step to the dock ON the Lake of Egypt. A paved sitting area is ideal for all ages to rest, play, and enjoy the view. A GRASSY YARD makes a great setting for yard games, while the PORCH & SUN ROOM are perfect for visiting, game playing, and plain RELAXATION. There is a COVERED, 2-slip BOAT DOCK with POWER for your boat(s), or you could rent our PONTOON for an additional fee. Make this location your next destination for serenity, fun, or whatever you need!
Property manager
Jeff and Heather Goelz
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 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Small beach is perfect for kiddos - No stairs
Events
No events allowed
OK to have up to 15 people for meal or lake time
Pets
No pets allowed
Absolutely no exceptions - SORRY!
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outdoors with proper waste disposal is OK
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
Note from host: OK to have up to 15 people for meal or lake time
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 044-5000-3-001
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Goreville
Located in Goreville, this holiday home is 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Goreville, IL
What's nearby
- Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Lake of Egypt - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
- Ferne Clyffe State Park - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
- Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 22 min drive - 24.5 km
- Giant City State Park - 39 min drive - 33.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wendy's - 10 min drive
- Subway - 10 min drive
- Katy-Lynn Winery and Distillery - 22 min drive
- Subway - 12 min drive
- Whiffle Boys Pizza Goreville - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
noreen s.
25 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to re-charge
noreen s.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Val P.
5 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
stunning location
Val P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Aaron O.
22 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Aaron O.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Denay K.
20 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Denay K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patrick B.
25 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Stay
Patrick B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dan H.
17 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great hosts
Dan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leeanne L.
19 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SIU Graduation
Leeanne L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deborah R.
11 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Only Trip
Deborah R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
James J.
25 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall getaway
James J.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa L.
1 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake view!
Lisa L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard J.
7 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relating retreat
Richard J.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jack H.
3 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation Home
Jack H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Becky B.
11 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
Becky B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sherri K.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
Sherri K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lori D.
3 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
Lori D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather N.
6 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing!
Heather N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Denine C.
16 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Respite
Denine C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Neala T.
1 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter Trip
Neala T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jamie G.
14 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Returning every year
Jamie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ashley J.
18 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual LOE Vacation
Ashley J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie W.
8 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Lake House
Julie W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda C.
25 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay
Linda C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
John F.
30 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend at the lake
John F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debbie D.
11 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Debbie D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jeff and Heather Goelz
Jeff is a WI native, and I hail from MN. We met at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and made southern IL our home. We've lived on the Lake of Egypt for over 20-years, raised our 17-year-old son here, and made countless memories with family and friends. We feel like we are on a continuous lakeside retreat in the Shawnee National Forest, which provides endless beauty, adventure, and fun.
We chose to become hosts because we wanted to give other people the lake life experience, encourage them to find their inner adventurer, and to explore all that beautiful Southern Illinois has to offer. We hope guests can enjoy fishing, boating, swimming, camp fires, wineries, hiking, family time, friend time, relaxation, and most importantly, making memories that will last a lifetime.
We chose to become hosts because we wanted to give other people the lake life experience, encourage them to find their inner adventurer, and to explore all that beautiful Southern Illinois has to offer. We hope guests can enjoy fishing, boating, swimming, camp fires, wineries, hiking, family time, friend time, relaxation, and most importantly, making memories that will last a lifetime.
Why they chose this property
The Eagle's Nest is a well-maintained lake front property on Lake of Egypt and centrally located in the Shawnee National Forest. You can enjoy the lake, site-seeing, and sipping wine all in the same day! The closest hiking trail is the beautiful Ferne Clyffe State Park, which is only 5-miles away.
The bulk of hiking trails and wineries are within 30-minutes of the property. The Little Grand Canyon and Garden of the Gods are both within only an hour drive to the east or west, too! There are dozens of hikes, restaurants, wineries, and more in between.
Come enjoy the view and experience fishing, swimming, boating, grilling, and relaxing in this awesome home while you make memories that will last a lifetime!
The bulk of hiking trails and wineries are within 30-minutes of the property. The Little Grand Canyon and Garden of the Gods are both within only an hour drive to the east or west, too! There are dozens of hikes, restaurants, wineries, and more in between.
Come enjoy the view and experience fishing, swimming, boating, grilling, and relaxing in this awesome home while you make memories that will last a lifetime!
What makes this property unique
Only two steps to get to the Lake!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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