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Rustic Cabin - Jetted Tubs - Wi-Fi - Wonderful Views - Grill - Firepit - Porch

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Interior
Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Escape to Toolshed Corner Guest Cabin on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. With a 180 degree view of surrounding hills and bluffs, unwind on the porch or explore nearby wineries, Giant City State Park, and other attractions that Southern Illinois has to offer.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

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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.

Rustic Cabin - Jetted Tubs - Wi-Fi - Wonderful Views - Grill - Firepit - Porch

The Toolshed Corner Guest Cabin is located on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail and only minutes from Giant City State Park, Ferne Clyff State Park, and Lake of Egypt. Two Bedrooms (2Q) with a fold out queen couches to sleep 6. Sit on the porch and enjoy the 180 degree view or the surrounding hills and bluffs.

The property is conveniently located close to area wineries, Giant City State Park, and other attractions and beauty unique to Southern Illinois. Nearby towns include Cobden, Goreville, Anna, Jonesboro, Alto Pass, Makanda, Dongola, Carbondale, Marion, Vienna, Carterville, Herrin, and Murphysboro.

Property manager

Steve Young

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed in outdoor areas.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Parties/Events must be pre-approved.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed in outdoor areas.

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: 12
Note from host: Parties/Events must be pre-approved.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

Property is also known as

4th Night Free jetted Tubs Wi-fi Wonderful Views Grill Firepit
Rustic Jetted Tubs Wi-fi Wonderful Views Grill Firepit Porch
4th Night Free jetted Tubs Wi fi Wonderful Views Grill Firepit
4th Night Free jetted Tubs Wi fi Wonderful Views Grill Firepit
4th Night Free jetted Tubs Wi fi Wonderful Views Grill Firepit
4th Night Free jetted Tubs Wi fi Wonderful Views Grill Firepit

About the area

Located in Makanda, this cabin is in a rural area. StarView Vineyards and Blue Sky Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and ecotours.
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Map
Makanda, IL

What's nearby

  • StarView Vineyards - 13 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 14 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 21 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Giant City State Park - 27 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 51 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 34 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪StarView Vineyards - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blue Sky Vineyard - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bald Knob Room - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Elizabeth's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪E & J Lounge - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Cabin - Jetted Tubs - Wi-Fi - Wonderful Views - Grill - Firepit - Porch pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Rustic Cabin - Jetted Tubs - Wi-Fi - Wonderful Views - Grill - Firepit - Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Cabin - Jetted Tubs - Wi-Fi - Wonderful Views - Grill - Firepit - Porch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Cabin - Jetted Tubs - Wi-Fi - Wonderful Views - Grill - Firepit - Porch located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is steps from Shawnee National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of StarView Vineyards and Blue Sky Vineyards. Panther Den Trailhead and Giant City State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Rustic Cabin - Jetted Tubs - Wi-Fi - Wonderful Views - Grill - Firepit - Porch Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 186 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gena E.

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

Great place for adult family

Comfortable, clean, and nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim & Karen C.

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

Very comfortable with nice furniture

Great location for hiking and wine trails! We loved the deck!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia T.

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

Cozy

This cabin is so cozy! And the back view from both bedrooms and living area is beautiful!Got to see lots of lightning during the storms. Couldn’t ask for a better spot to unwind. Quick drive to Blue Sky winery for delicious pizza too!Host supplied nice snacks that came in handy and was available any time I had a question.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly H.

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

Perfect and relaxing

Great visit
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Peaceful retreat

My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed our 2 week stay at this beautiful cabin. The location is quite remote, but all services are available 20 minutes away. I would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great set up
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

lori b.

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

Girlfriends getaway

Clean, comfortable and so relaxing. Enjoyed having fires and hanging out on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

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

Best place to stay on the wine trail!

The cabin was so cute and comfy. Perfect for two couples or a small family. Very clean and conveniently located to many wineries. Steve, the owner, was very easy to contact. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete C.

Great Place!

The place is amazing. Will go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

catherine n.

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

Perfect getaway

The location was perfect for outdoor adventures and stargazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bessie B.

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

Great get away

We had an enjoyable time away from home at the Rustic Cabin. Everything was clean and just as the pictures showed. The host was very helpful with all information that we needed. Will definitely use this cabin again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

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

Everything was as described it was a very nice place to stay. Close to several wineries.

We will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Perfect Getaway

My husband and I along with our sweet great Pyrenees Zoey At the perfect little weekend getaway here! The cabin is adorable and very clean. We love sitting outside on the back deck and we were able to visit most of the wineries in the area. Recommend this place 10 out of 10.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille Stamp

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful, comfortable, clean, cozy cabin in the country, yet close enough drive to surrounding towns. One of the best hosts I have ever worked with, my family would definitely again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob E.

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

Quiet cabin on the wine trail

Nice clean cabin with a nice deck that is close to all the wineries. Easy to get to from the interstate. Also right across the street is an alpaca farm and you can feed them. So cute!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Lovely setting

The cabin was lovely and comfortable. We enjoyed watching the deer in the field behind the cabin in the evening.. Our stay was so relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry k.

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

Great cabin, in the heart of everything

Great cabin. Clean comfortable spacious well stocked. One minor appliance wasn’t working, text to manager — and it was replaced before we got back from our day activities! Short drive to Garden of the Gods, lake, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff D.

Great Place

Very quite
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W., Taylorsville, USA

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

Fantastic cabin

A very modern cabin. A five star experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

So Comfortable

What a lovely place everything was perfect. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz F.

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

Wonderful!

My husband and I wanted a few days away for the grind of work, and we found the perfect place! The cabin is quiet and has great views. Plenty of things to do nearby - hiking, wineries, fishing, etc. Loved sitting on the back porch drinking coffee in the morning, taking in the views. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna Z.

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

Very clean

Very nice cabin. Nicely decorated and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan P., Stanford

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

Great place to stay!

Extra clean and comfortable. The decor was super cute. The cabin had everything we needed! Would definitely stay again! The kids really enjoyed watching the deer walking in the backyard. The view of the valley was spectacular :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Michael S.

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

Shawnee Wine trail

It was a really nice Cabin inside. Needed more chairs outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T., Fennville, MI

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

Very clean and cozy cabin

This property was very clean and cozy. They have thought of everything that anyone could ever need while away. The beds are also very comfortable. I have stayed at two other properties owned by the same person and all have been clean and well appointed. Thank you for another great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

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