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Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Interior
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$318
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

About this property

Entire place

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

Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi

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.

Property manager

Steve Young

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Garden

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Exterior

Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 55 reviews
The price is NZ$376
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
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 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

Map
Makanda, IL

What's nearby

  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 13 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Arrowwood Trail Trailhead - 13 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Campground Beach - 23 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 38 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 12 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lentz Dining Hall - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi?

As of 11 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi on 12 Jul 2025 start from NZ$318.09, 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.

What time is check-in at Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi located?

Situated in Makanda, this 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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Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Pet friendly that was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This is my 2nd time staying here. Nice little place. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

It was a great alternative to a standard hotel room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Very nice, clean, and quite cabin. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

This cabin is an awesome spot for hiking and wineries! Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Second time we have stayed at this cabin. We are very pleased and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Property was better than expected! Property was clean and a short commute to Giant City State Park. It was quiet and the host was attentive. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Just 15mins from Alto Pass was perfect. We had a cozy stay in the Merica themed cabin, quiet, clean & pet friendly. Great communication from the host made our stay easy & stress free.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Cabin was clean and comfortable. Host was easy to get in contact with and helpful. Location was great as it was less than 10 minutes to Carbondale but still in a quiet country setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

Property was very clean and had nice deck to enjoy the weather outside.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10

Pros: convenient location; quiet; clean cabin; very comfortable Cons: hard to find in dark of night; not informed of change in entry key code, but quickly solved with phone call to owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Nice cabin, would stay again when in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

We loved this cute, cozy, comfy cabin. Just the right size for a couple - not too big, but not too small either. Very quiet location, wi-fi worked great, comfy bed, water temperature/pressure for the shower was perfect. The entire cabin was very clean. Loved the Americana decor and the small basket of snacks added a nice touch. Looking forward to staying again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

The cabin was nice. It had enough room for me to relax in after a day with family or in Shawnee National Forest. The area felt very safe and there was no ouside noise. I will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

It was very relaxing. First time staying at Makanda. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10

Nice simple clean 1 bedroom with a sofa bed to stay in while exploring the Shawnee National Forest & the Shawnee Wine Trail. Safe area close to main roads. FYI--no oven for cooking but includes a nice BBQ grill on the patio.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at the cabin 😊 loved the location and atmosphere. The cabin was so cozy and not far from the state park. The basket of snacks were perfect! We will definitely be going back!! ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

The cabin met my expectations and was in a convenient location for what we needed. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Scrupulous cleanliness, thick towels and toilet paper, a comfortable bed, Americana decor and a well equipped kitchen lent to a general air of welcome and comfort. We enjoyed the benefit of the kitchenette and grill, walked in the golf course and used the opportunity to see Giant City, the John A. Logan museum in Murphysburo and to lunch in Anna with our son. Steve, the cabin host, was very easy to communicate with as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Beautiful country setting. Even better than the pictures indicate. We love the patriotic decor. The goody basket was a bonus
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10

Needed a stove!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10

This beats every hotel I have ever stayed at. Talk about clean? Everything was perfect from the location, accommodations and the host himself.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10

Awesome place. Just needs a little more vacuuming to get spider webs!! But clean and convenient otherwise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10

Nice little cabin. Did not realize from the listing that it was a duplex but worked out ok for us. Nice little grill—no stove, just a microwave so plan for that. “Queen” bed ran small and the heads was loose and noisy. Overall enjoyed our stay and would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

A very nice cabin. Quiet, clean, nicely furnished, convenient access to Carbondale. In Cabin#6, nice morning sun through windows. Everything worked well. Bed was very comfortable, didn't take very long for hot water to come out of faucet shower (very nice during this colder time of year). The basket of snacks was a nice unexpected surprise. Tap water tasted great.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023