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Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove!

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Effingham, IL
  • Popular LocationLake Sara17 min drive
  • Popular LocationEffingham Performance Center17 min drive
  • Popular LocationCross at the Crossroads20 min drive
  • AirportVandalia, IL (VLA-Vandalia Municipal)42 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.

Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove!

If you are looking for a place to unwind from daily life, this is the place!!!! Sit back & relax anytime of year with our covered screened in patio. Enjoy nature at it's finest.

Cozy Cabin nestled among the trees at Lake Sara. Home has an open concept living space with beautiful views of the lake. Private area you won't have to worry about unwanted noise.
Lovely outside space great for relaxing and enjoying nature! Bring your boat with during your stay. There is plenty of space to swim from the dock and participate in all the water sports you desire.
4 bedrooms and 2 full baths make this getaway a truly relaxing and spacious retreat. One of the bedrooms is located in an open space with air conditioning above the garage. Great for couples or the entire gaggle of children leaving the adults to enjoy their time in the house. The other remaining bedrooms are inside.
The home is located in a private cove that is away from the worries of wake from boaters passing by.

Outside there is large deck off the house that is great for entertaining or eating a meal. We have a charcoal grill on the deck for your use to grill out. There is a fire pit outside for your use. We do not usually stock firewood so I would recommend getting some beforehand for your use. If there is wood provided, feel free to use some of it. A short path leads down to the boat dock from the large deck, there you will find Adirondack chairs for relaxation & floats for use in the water. The door on the left side of the boat house has floats & noodles for use. Please be respectful of the neighbors and keep noise to a minimum later in the evenings. Failure to do so will result in funds taken from deposit.

If anything is damaged during your stay PLEASE let us know so we can replace what has been broken.

We want to invite anyone who wants to enjoy Lake Sara to its fullest to come relax! We strive to make your experience the best it can be. We hope to see you soon!

A couple notes:
-Please respect our home as you would your own.
-be respectful of the neighbors. They are within close proximity to the vacation rental and we would hate to disturb them.

We own the home next door as well so if you are in need of a place for several guests, look no further! That is located on VRBO has well under "Lake Sara Dream"


Property manager

The Cox Family

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Note from host: There is carpet, please keep that in mind!

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great space for children!

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
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

About the area

Effingham

Located in Effingham, this cabin is on a lake. Effingham Performance Center and Mid America Motorworks, My Garage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bliss Park and Effingham County Fairgrounds. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Sara - 17 min drive
  • Effingham Performance Center - 17 min drive
  • Effingham County Courthouse - 18 min drive
  • HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital - 18 min drive
  • Cross at the Crossroads - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Effingham Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 21 min drive
  • McDonald's - 18 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 18 min drive
  • Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen - 18 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove! pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove! located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Cardinal Golf Course, Lake Sara and Effingham Performance Center. Bliss Park and Ballard Nature Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jill G., Bartlett, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake!
House wasn’t fancy but met our needs. Owners were very friendly and responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip A., TULSA

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable
Our stay was great. Only recommendation would be larger pans to cook in.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lola P.

Great little getaway
Very nice secluded spot on the lake. Wish it had a gas grill, and was a little more clean, but it was a perfect get away. Loved the neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
We stayed here for a big family trip (including small child), and had a great time! We loved Lake Sara and the convenience of having a dock right off the back deck when we rented boats for the day, and the house itself had everything we could’ve wanted both inside and outside. Thank you for letting us enjoy the home!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Helpful and responsive owners
We needed the room over the garage. The weather was hot and humid, and the A/C could not keep up. The owner was very responsive to our needs and worked with us to find a good solution.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Shelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Weather was perfect. Relaxing sitting out on the deck. Fishing. Canoe ride.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

ralph p., tinley park, il

Liked: Cleanliness
Family week Vacay
Very enjoyable home Had everything we needed in the house Sleeping beds were fine Plenty of room to spread out in the many rooms of the home Screened in patio a plus Caught a bunch of fish Enjoyed laying on the sundeck and using the boat dock for launching our paddle board and boat we rented Will most likely return again Owners very responsive
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Karla J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location, Good Price, Lovely Outdoor Areas, Easygoing Hosts, Could Have Been Cleaner
We booked this home for a girlfriend weekend retreat. It was perfectly located for us (coming from 4 different states). The outdoor areas are lovely and we were sad that the weather was such we didn't get to use them. The furnishings are dated (described accurately in listing), which would have been fine had the inside areas been cleaned better. The bathroom and kitchen were clean enough (though the cleaning process left an unpleasantly strong disinfectant smell behind, which lingered for a long time, bit of a musty smell later), but there was a fairly thick layer of dust on surfaces throughout the rest of the house and the floors were cleaned only in the centers of the rooms if at all. There were mouse droppings, dead insects, and accumulated dust/dirt in the corners and under the furniture. That all said, we are all 60-something yo women who keep our own homes so we are relatively tough critics. Also, we were mostly housebound for the weekend, so the condition of the indoor areas mattered a lot to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Angie H.

Pretty place
The place in general was nice. We had an incident with our dog where he got into mouse poison that was left in plain sight by the pest control company. Needless to say we had to make an emergency visit to the vet.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deidre M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
This was my second trip to Lake Sara, but the first to this particular property. Cabin as described, very spacious and had everything needed for my extended stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022