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

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A wooden cabin with a green door, a number '2' sign, a small porch with a wooden railing, and a wall-mounted lantern. - 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! (Makanda)
A wooden cabin with a porch, a chimney, and a satellite dish. - 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! (Makanda)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a window with a view. - 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! (Makanda)
A bedroom with a large window, a ceiling fan, and a wall-mounted thermostat. - 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! (Makanda)
A living room with a plaid sofa, a wooden bench, and a window with blinds. - 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! (Makanda)
Take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a firepit and a garden at 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$325
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

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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.

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About the area

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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. Visit our Makanda travel guide
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Makanda, IL

What's nearby

  • A rock formation with a tree growing in the center.
    Giant City State Park
    6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • A river with a fallen tree trunk partially submerged in water.
    Southern Illinois University
    6 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards
    29 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Lake of Egypt
    34 min drive - 45.7 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station
    12 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Giant City Lodge & Restaurant
    15 min drive
  • Lipe Orchard
    6 min drive
  • Havisham Bourbon Bar
    21 min drive
  • Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar
    5 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).

How much does it cost to stay at 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!?

As of 6 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! on 9 Nov 2026 start from NZ$325, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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. Makanda Boardwalk and Giant City State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

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

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, cozy accommodations..... The only thing I could have used was a blender....
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin. Location is great, near many wineries. Host was super friendly. We had no issues arise.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great value and plenty of room, with a nice deck and BBQ. Cabin 2 had separate rooms and a very spacious living room. I would stay there again and it is my favorite for the region.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice

We had a nice time, lovely location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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Better than a cabin

Although this property was referred to as a cabin, I would hardly call it one! It was more like a tiny house or apartment, and it had everything we needed, was very clean, conveniently located, and nicer looking than the pictures.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, quiet cabin. Several cabins fairly close by on the property. A thicket of trees separates the property from a golf course and it is a couple of blocks from a highway, so not exactly secluded. That isn't necessarily a negative. I felt safe there and it was easy to find with the directions from the host It was a quiet environment and very pleasant to sit out on the deck which was shaded by a tree at Cabin 2. Unlike some of the other cabins, mine had only two steps up to the deck, so access was quite easy. Had a nice stone fireplace that would've been cozy if I was there in winter. As it was in the mid- nineties. I appreciated the AC. Had everything I needed for making simple meals. Bed was very comfortable, and was a great base for day hikes to many different areas of the Shawnee, not just Giant City. Close to places to get gas, groceries, too. Good value and I hope to stay there on my next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a wonderful stay, we can't recommend these cabins enough!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The cabin was great! A few little extras for a welcome package. Did not skimp on the towels and bedding. Great decor. Loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was extremely clean and well cared for.would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025