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Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake

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A bed with a wooden headboard, a window with a view of greenery, and a bedside table with a lamp and a remote control. - Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake (Makanda)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV above it, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs. - Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake (Makanda)
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Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake provides amenities, such as an adjacent golf course and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake

  • Your cozy cabin in Makanda with 1 bedroom featuring a queen bed.

    This cabin is located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest and Shawnee Hills Wine Trail! It is close to all of the attractions in the area:

    Giant City State Park - 5 Minutes/2.4 Miles
    Cedar Lake - 8 minutes/5.4 miles
    SIU Arena - 9 Minutes - 6.8 Miles
    Feather Hills Winery (Closest) - 4 Minutes /2.7 Miles
    Shawnee Hills Wine Trail - 4-30 Minutes (Depends on the winery)
    Bald Knob Cross - 24 Minutes/13.6 Miles
    Little Grassy Lake - 16 Minutes/7.7 Miles
    Giant City Lodge - 11 Minutes/5 Miles
    Appl Creek Golf Course - 1 Minute (You can see the fairway!)

    This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.

    This charming retreat offers a living room with a comfy sofa and chair, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring Giant City or the Shawnee National Forest. Guests can enjoy the fresh air on deck with includes a table and chairs. Experience the fantastic charm of this cabin during your stay in Makanda. Enjoy your time in Southern IL at our cabin.

    Please note that this cabin has a kitchenette (no stove/oven) which includes a mini fridge, microwave, toaster, grill, and crockpot. While you cannot bake a casserole, you can certainly grill a steak, and do some sides in the crockpot and microwave!

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About the area

Located in Makanda, this cabin is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Railroaders Memorial and King Neptune Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort and Owl Creek Vineyard. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and horse riding nearby. 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)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Fuzzy's Tavern
    15 min drive
  • Giant City Lodge & Restaurant
    15 min drive
  • Havisham Bourbon Bar
    21 min drive
  • Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake located?

Situated in Makanda, this golf cabin is within a 15-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

Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Cedar Lake Reviews

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Cleanliness

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This was a well-maintained, super cute cabin. The bed was comfy! The set up was great and everything we needed was provided. Would definately stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check-in, host reached out immediately on booking, very responsive. Nice cabin, had everything we needed for cooking, linens and towels like a nice hotel. Great location for getting out and about.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy and the place was perfect for my stay. I came down for a fishing trip and was able to park my boat at my rental. The owner was very helpful when I had questions about my stay as well. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small and quaint!! Didn’t spend hours inside, busy exploring the outdoors! Will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Awesome.clean and checked all boxes. This is how you rent a property!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is great. The host is an excellent communicator. Wifi is great. Great water pressure. Great towels. Nice little touch, they had a few little snacks waiting for us. Awesome stay. Will definitely be back if I'm up that way again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have rented a couple of times with Steve, and both of his properties have been very nice and fit exactly what I needed. Steve is very responsive and helpful with any questions I have had. He does an amazing job at making his guests feel very welcome, and has a little snack basket for each stay. I will definitely be renting with Steve again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, cute cabin, very convenient for our needs but downside was no stove, oven or pots and pans. If you don’t plan to cook any meals it’s a winner.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026