Consider a stay at Lakefront Cabin w/ Patio in Havana! and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 784 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Lakefront Cabin w/ Patio in Havana!
Fire Pit w/ Seating | Multiple Indoor Living & Dining Areas | Private Matanzas Lake Access | Canoes & Kayaks Provided
Settle into this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath vacation rental with a mesmerizing lakefront view in Havana. This cozy cabin has convenient lake access and even a canoe! Bask in the scenic beauty of nearby Emiquon Nature Preserve or Chautauqua National Wildlife Refuge. Or catch a race at Midstate Dragway! Then unwind on the deck, enjoy the view, and fire up the BBQ.
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed - Sleeping Nook: 1 twin bed - Family Room: 1 full sleeper sofa - Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib
INDOOR LIVING - 2 Smart TVs w/ cable, DVD player & VCR - 2 dining tables - Board games
OUTDOOR LIVING - Deck, patio - Lakefront, lake access - Paddleboard, canoe, youth kayak - Fire pit, charcoal grill
GENERAL - Free WiFi - Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans - Washer/dryer & laundry detergent - Linens/towels - Pool toys, beach chairs, towels & umbrella
FAQ - Pet fee (paid pre-trip) - 1 Ring doorbell camera (facing out)
ACCESSIBILITY - Multi-level home, 3 steps to enter - Bedrooms on upper entrance level, stairs required to access kitchen & full bathroom on lower level - Walk-in shower only, no bathtub
PARKING - Driveway area next to garage (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
- Secluded area w/ Matanzas Lake on-site - 6 miles to Midstate Dragway - 6 miles to Havana Riverfront Park -9 miles to Chautauqua National Wildlife Refuge - 10 miles to Emiquon Nature Preserve - 23 miles to Sand Ridge State Forest - 47 miles to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking inside the home; designated outdoor smoking areas are available - Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 pets) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - The hot tub is not available for use at this time - The gas grill is not available for use at this time - This multi-level home requires 3 steps to enter. While it offers bedrooms on the upper entrance level, stairs are required to access the kitchen, full bathroom, and other rooms on the lower level - Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the entryway and garage. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when the device detects motion. It will record when it first senses motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Hunting nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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 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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Located in Havana, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area and Dierker Lake. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hunting. Visit our Havana travel guide
Is Lakefront Cabin w/ Patio in Havana! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Lakefront Cabin w/ Patio in Havana!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lakefront Cabin w/ Patio in Havana!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront Cabin w/ Patio in Havana!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront Cabin w/ Patio in Havana! located?
This family-friendly Havana cabin is located on the waterfront, steps from Dierker Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Riverfront Park and Rockwell Park. Dickson Mounds Museum is 11 mi (17.7 km) away.
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Lakefront Cabin w/ Patio in Havana! Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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We enjoyed the house and location. Perfect for enjoying kayaking on the lake, fishing (didn't catch anything), listening to the birds, sunsets, stars, s'mores on the fire, and just relaxing. Please look at prior reviews...I brought our own bath towels (I'm a towel snob), paper towels, etc. Be aware of the very tight staircase to get downstairs.
We will be back! We even lucked out that there was a special market downtown on the riverfront Saturday morning..instead of the farmers market.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jason
1 Apr 2026
Great stay!
We had a great stay at such a nice place, the host were great and very responsive if anything was a concern or needed. Would stay again 100%
Great place to spend a weekend or week away! The kayaks and canoes were amazing to spend time out on the lake and river. Nearby nature preserves allowed for some fantastic hikes. Comfortable beds and great spaces for lounging and cooking with an incredible porch with view of the lake to watch the bald eagles and herons while sipping your morning coffee. Highly recommend!
Great for the price. Small, older house on a lake with view of the Illinois River. You'll see boats, barges, jet skis, kayaking. Loved the deck and firepit! Wish we had a patio umbrella, though. If you're taller than 5'9, downstairs might be a bit challenging. Super small shower, but did the trick. Only 4 towels, 3 washcloths, 2 hand towels, and not enough dish towels. Wish there were more and some paper towel. Very peaceful.
This is a rustic cabin. Be prepared for an outdated, piecemeal place. No towels or dishrags in the kitchen and no hand towels in the upstairs bath. Very small basement shower was dirty and mold on the silicone. Curtain rod in the bedroom was falling off the wall. I shared my concerns with VRBO after arrival and I got a call at 11pm to tell me that if I left by midnight, I could get a full refund. Since I was already asleep I declined. I left the next day instead of staying another night.Also the neighbors ate very close and you can hear all their conversations
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Antonino
13 Nov 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Confusing or conflicting instructions in advance of arrival, entry code incorrect during late evening check in, but most notably bug infestation affecting most all rooms including bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen. We did not stay on the property upon keying in a seeing the infestation or hundreds of bugs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Lori A.
24 Jul 2025
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
It wasn’t very clean. More rustic than stated. Poor water pressure dirty stained carpets, spiders and webs throughout the house , very outdated silverware pots pans pot quality towels mold in shower. Grill was filthy, no firewood unkept landscaping etc. I would not recommend. Front door never unlocked had to keep back door unlocked.