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Luxury 4BR Log Cabin Near SIU & Wine Trail

Family-friendly cabin with kitchen, steps from Shawnee National Forest

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Escape to a luxurious log cabin in Shawnee National forest, where the stars shine bright and the Milky Way is on full display. Unwind with real fireplace, game room with ping-pong table and dartboard or enjoy RV plug-in available for your convenience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10221 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$889
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury 4BR Log Cabin Near SIU & Wine Trail

Brilliant log cabin built with luxury in mind. Located in the Shawnee National forest near the Makanda smiley face water tower.. Sit under the stars and view the Milky Way away from any light pollution! Bringing your boat? No problem, large parking area to travel with your toys! Come and experience a log home the likes that can only be found on mountain resorts! RV plug in available as well!

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
• 1 King Bed in main level w/ensuite Bathroom
• 1 Queen Bed in main level w/Jack & Jill Bathroom
• 1 Queen Bed in main level w/Jack & Jill Bathroom
• 2 Queen Beds in 4rth bedroom in lower level

MAIN LEVEL LAYOUT
• Living Room with real log fireplace
• Kitchen & Dining Area
• Walkout Deck overlooking 5 private acres
• 3 of the 4 bedrooms
• Washer and Dryer

LOWER LEVEL LAYOUT
• Game room with ping-pong table, dart board and ring-toss games
• 4th Bedroom with Half Bath
• Gentlemen's Bar Room with seating

NEARBY TOWNS
Makanda, IL & Makanda Boardwalk- 6 minutes
Carbondale, IL- 10 minutes
Cobden, IL- 13 minutes
Alto Pass, IL- 15 minutes
Marion, IL - 36 minutes

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
Rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: Maximum 2 pets (dogs only). $100/pet, per stay.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
Firewood is available for purchase.
We do not provide propane exchanges for the grill. The nearest exchange is approximately 5 miles at the Dollar General Store.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking indoors. Fees for violations.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,384 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Rental agreement must be signed within 48 hours of booking or the reservation will be cancelled.
This includes an ID upload to prevent identity fraud.
Absolutely no smoking of any kind indoors including but not limited to all tobacco products and marijuana. $100 charge for smoke odor.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only, maximum of 2. Pets must be disclosed be

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking indoors. Fees for violations.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Makanda, this cabin is in a rural area. African American Museum of Southern Illinois and General John A. Logan Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort and Rustle Hill Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider The Science Center, or check out an event or a game at Banterra Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Makanda travel guide
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Makanda, IL

What's nearby

  • Giant City State Park
    Giant City State Park
    7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Campus Lake at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL.
    Southern Illinois University
    8 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards
    33 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Lake of Egypt
    36 min drive - 42.5 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station
    11 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Lentz Dining Hall
    13 min drive
  • Starbucks
    11 min drive
  • Giant City Lodge & Restaurant
    17 min drive
  • Vine Community Church
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury 4BR Log Cabin Near SIU & Wine Trail pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury 4BR Log Cabin Near SIU & Wine Trail?

As of 7 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury 4BR Log Cabin Near SIU & Wine Trail on 9 Feb 2026 start from NZ$889.23, 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 Luxury 4BR Log Cabin Near SIU & Wine Trail?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury 4BR Log Cabin Near SIU & Wine Trail?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury 4BR Log Cabin Near SIU & Wine Trail?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury 4BR Log Cabin Near SIU & Wine Trail located?

This family-friendly Makanda cabin is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Shawnee National Forest and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. Makanda Boardwalk is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Luxury 4BR Log Cabin Near SIU & Wine Trail Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Plenty of room & comfortable

Home was in great shape a few spiders when we arrived but to be expected. We were given plenty of information for the surrounding area for things to do and places to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a beautiful cabin located in a gorgeous setting. Front and back decks allowed us to enjoy stunning sunrises and sunsets.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica K.

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

Great Family Get Away

Very clean, nice and plenty or space both indoor and outdoor. A lot of thing to do nearby! Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Beautiful Cabin in a tranquil setting.

The cabin is absolutely beautiful and a delight to stay in. It had all the listed amenities and then some. The cabin was clean and nicely decorated. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice Cabin

Amazing place. needs a shower for every bedroom
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

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

Absolutely beautiful!

This house was stunning and was the perfect place to reset after a long week. Perfectly located. This is also the cleanest place we have rented on VRBO. The fireplace is the perfect touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

Makanda House

The property was as described. It was very clean and accommodated 7 adults very comfortably. Check in was easy and Allison was very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Very Clean

The Cabin was very clean and comfortable. My kids loved the ping pong table and games in the basement. The Gentleman’s lounge was the perfect spot to hang out. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Quiet Getaway

We were looking for a quiet getaway for our family. It ended up raining while we were there but with the arcade games and other games on the lower level we were still able to enjoy ourselves and have an amazing time. We really enjoyed ourselves and felt right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

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

Beautiful property in central location

We "stayed in" for a low key "relax and refresh retreat" with family, and enjoyed the living room with fireplace and porches. Communication was superb. Location is easy to get to with a rural feel and city amenities within easy reach. The family agreed we would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

RVT V.

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

Peaceful and Comfort Country Style

Exceptional property. Clean, quiet and so comfortable. The Owner was attentive and excellent communication. Everything you need is on the property. Check in and checkout was perfect. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A Great Place

This is the best place that I have stayed at. The interaction with the host was delightful. Far and above the best stocked kitchen I have seen. The first night of the stay we had a stellar view of a meteor shower. We will be staying here or at another one of Allison’s properties again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Shawnee Birthday Celebration

The home is even nicer than the pictures! It was perfect for our 3 generations to gather to celebrate a milestone birthday. Close to hiking, vineyards, and orchards. The home had all of the amenities needed. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Perfect for everyone to hang out together!

This house was the perfect setup for our family to be together in one big room to eat, play games and just hang out. We made use of the ping pong table and dart board and enjoyed sitting around the campfire in the evenings. It was very clean and nicely stocked. I would definitely recommend to any group. We had a really nice weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Perfection!

A gem of a rental❗️ Photos are spot-on. Great space. Glorious fall foliage setting too. House is well equipped and suitable for anyone; couples, groups or families with kiddos. Our group of 6 enjoyed all of the house amenities ( especially the outside fire-pit area), wine country and the nearby casino. Highly recommend a stay in this well appointed place❗️
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Wow!

We had a wonderful family weekend get away! We could not have asked for better communication and recommendations for fun activities and great food. The online manual was a super helpful tool for planning food and fun activities appealing to the whole group. The cabin was beautiful and clean. My nephews enjoyed the game room. The kitchen was stocked with everything you could think of. We were able to relax and enjoy each others company around the fire pit at night.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing Cabin near Giant City State Park

We had a wonderful family get away seeing the sights around Giant City State Park. We enjoyed hiking the trails and being together. This cabin is beautiful, clean, spacious and just as pictured. From the moment we arrived we were happy with our decision to stay at Hartline Hill Cabin. The game room was a fun for our granddaughters. We were very comfortable, had plenty of room and it was perfectly clean. We would stay here again, if ever back in this area. It was close to everything and Allison and Ashlyn were easy to communicate with. The night sky is spectacular!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Salvador B.

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

Celebration of college graduation and selection as US Air Force officers.

Simply outstanding property. Saw picture of cabin on VRBO but it’s one of those instances where you must see to believe. I am 70 years old and my son and his friends asked me to join them for four days to celebrate their college graduation and all getting commissioned as 2nd Lieutenants in the military (5 Air Force & 2 Army). Plenty of outdoor space to play flag football(I can still hang), spikeball and corn hole. Hiking trails nearby. Indoors, we had ping pong, darts and to the delight and surprise of the boys, video arcade with LOTS of games. With 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, the cabin was spacious to accommodate all 8 of us. Large living room/ dining room/ kitchen. Had indoor fireplace but did not use. The fire pit area was great and a great place to hang out. The surrounding area was wooded and beautiful. Already thinking of bringing wife and my other children for a stay. We did lose power for a little over an hour one day due to thunderstorms but quick communication with Ashlyn kept us informed of our status. Thank you Hartline Cabins. We will come back
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was beautiful and just as described. Location was relaxing and really enjoyed the firepit. Will definitely consider staying again when in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaquana G.

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

Great place to stay

Had a great time at this property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Family Vacation

The cabin was very nice, we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in a quiet area of Makanda. We made several trips to Giant City State Park which was extremely convenient.We had to contact the host several times and Allison was very speedy with her responses and resolved a couple of minor issues that we experienced. We had 5 seniors in our party and we all had plenty of room to spread out and enjoy our week.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Hannah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from host throughout the process. Amazing house for a large group. Kids loved the basement and backyard especially. Would recommend and will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

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

Wine Trail Trip

Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

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

Graduation Stay

Great home! Great communication!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025