Title: Pine Cabin on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34093496&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Pine Cabin on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus Cabin with kitchen, near Shawnee National Forest ## Photo gallery for Pine Cabin on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus ![Property grounds - Pine Cabin on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus (Carbondale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34093500/34093496/ee209741.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Pine Cabin on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus (Carbondale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34093500/34093496/ae3bc372.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, stereo - Pine Cabin on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus (Carbondale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34093500/34093496/c3841b87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, stereo - Pine Cabin on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus (Carbondale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34093500/34093496/863106a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Pine Cabin on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus (Carbondale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34093500/34093496/c012dc6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked away on 30 wooded acres, Cabin by the Pond offers a secluded retreat. Unwind on the furnished deck or around the firepit while taking in the sounds of wildlife and nature. With a king-size bed in master bedroom and loft space for extra guests, this cozy cabin is perfect for families or couples looking to escape. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroom816 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pine Cabin on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus Cabin on 30 wooded acres with lots of wildlife and access to pond for canoeing. Pond is located about 200 ft away in the back of the property. King-size bed in master bedroom and a full and twin beds in loft. 47-inch flat screen TV (only local channels) NO WIFI, a vintage 1970s pinball machine, outdoor furnished deck and firepit, and blacktop drive with ample parking 3 night minimum stay for holidays, SIU events, Christmas, thanksgiving, etc cabin by the pond LLC is not responsible for any accidents, injuries or death occurring while staying at the cabin. Recycling is mandatory, pets ok for an extra fee, wood available for an extra fee. If you have any problems while staying at the cabin please contact me personally so I can address them ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Limo/town car service - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: SMOKING OUTSIDE ONLY ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Golf - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 816 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75872400/75872396/w506h683x259y0-7753572c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lab! 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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 Located in Carbondale, this cabin is in the city center and near theme parks. 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 The Science Center and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pine Cabin on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 49 8 - Good 19 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 4 ### 7.8 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Archer B. Sep 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Crabtree lake Nice spot for what we wanted. Relaxing and fun ##### Archer B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alice B. Sep 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Had a good time We were visiting family and needed a place that allowed our dog. It was a nice place, it could use some updating on living room furniture. ##### Alice B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tonya E. Nov 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Jeep Ride The location was very nice, and Tom made the check in very easy. He responded very quickly to each question I had. ##### Tonya E. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Joe m. Apr 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Cabin in the woods The cabin could use some upkeep/ Deck is in poor repair. Coffee pot did not fit maker and would not pour. Bathtub would not drain properly. But it was clean and the host was available when called. ##### Joe m. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rocco C. Aug 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easy stay Kind host and great location ##### Rocco C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Welma T. Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cabin is cozy, retro, with a definite "hippie" camp vibe. The short walk to the lake is well worth it to paddle around in the canoe, check out wildlife, fish, and just take in nature! We had such a good time. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2f0f19f7-ee65-4b4f-a4b1-89ed71ab7544-1759260002833.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2c589282-c40f-481e-99fd-9e8bfc7cf2d9-1759260001804.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c401f406-9318-434c-b0ac-6dd265ccc826-1759260002023.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Welma T. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian K. Sep 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Weekend getaway with family. Went to Giant City, kayaked Cache river (was amazing), Shawnee National park, Little Grand Canyon, and stopped by Boo Castle down the road from the cabin. ##### Brian K. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig W. May 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect little getaway Just wanted to do a change of scenery for me and my dog. Even with it storming at night, it was a great stay! Nice pond about a block away too! Great host. ##### Craig W. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### C M. Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Cabin 1 is the best kept secret in all of Carbondale with a beautiful spacious house and large deck overlooking a private pond with fountain and dock for swimming, fishing and kayaks. I will definitely grab that one next time around. Cabin 2 where I stayed was perfectly functional, loved the rural setting. Perhaps a bit rustic for some, but was a perfect spot for me while visiting family in the area. The pinball machine was a big hit with my young nephews. Gracious host. ##### C M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susanne Z. Nov 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving trip Thank you for the perfect sized cabin to host a few friends and family for Thanksgiving! Created great new memories! ##### Susanne Z. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kacey S. Mar 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway Quiet but very close to the city - cute/clean/homey ##### Kacey S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah D. Jul 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cabin in the woods Exactly what we were looking for. It’s a great little cabin in the woods, very secluded and Tom was so very nice. The place was well stocked with everything we needed. A real gem, would definitely come back. ##### Leah D. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara M. Apr 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful get away My children and I enjoyed a wonderful stay at Tom's cabin over Spring Break. The pond was a fun place for my kids to play and enjoy themselves. The cabin was clean and perfect for the four of us. We really enjoyed ourselves. ##### Sara M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Z. Jul 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cabin in Carbondale Very peaceful and quiet. Had an old retro vibe. My kids loved playing tthe old pinball machine. ##### Lisa Z. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Bo S. Aug 14, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Terrible Stay We started off with the wrong address to the cabin. We were give the address to cabin three when we booked cabin two. We re ##### Bo S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Gage N. Jul 4, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Fun stay with bad cabin scenery Overall a good experiance and fun, owner was nice and was willing to work with us if we needed anything. The only real issue was the scrap littering the woods on the driveway to the cabin such as mattress frames, fuel tanks, and other random odds and ends. The cabin interior was clean and well kept and the pinball machine was definitely a cool addition that made up for the scenery. ##### Gage N. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Will K. Mar 20, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A quiet time Cabin was a very cozy quiet spot. Loved the arcade machine and owner was very relaxed. You are within 5miles of beautiful hiking over at giant city state park. We will definitely be trying g to return. Only criticism was the cabin could use a good deep clean. Wasn't dirty by a normal person's standards, but if you are a neat freak you'll probably not be pleased ##### Will K. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lisa R. Sep 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication Disliked: Location, listing accuracy #### Picture The picture on vrbo showed a house with a pond right off the back deck. That was not the house we got. Poor communication on what the property really is. ##### Lisa R. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Catherine J. Sep 9, 2019 Liked: Check-in #### Description a bit deceptive... We stayed in cabin 2\. Although we did indeed have access to the pond there are two other cabins closer to the access and although the other renters were very nice and gracious it is a very small pond and rather awkward to share. The grounds are cluttered and unkempt. The beds were nice with good linens. We had a good laugh over '1' steak knife and shared it! The boys enjoyed the pinball machine. We all enjoyed the fire pit but everything outside was grimy. Not bad for the price but a bit short of expectations. ##### Catherine J. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Jun 22, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Horrible Cabin in the woods. Upon entering the property the smell of old cigarette smoke and dust over powered me. The place was filthy. I immediately call VRBO to tell them I could not stay on the property. The VRBO agent put me on hold and reached out to the property owner who was on premises in no time. The unkind property owner asked me what the problem was and when I showed him the dried feces on the toilet and the dirt and hair in the tub he admitted it was his fault for not cleaning. When I asked him about the smell and the dust that was an inch thick on all the furniture his response was “ your the only person out of 400 that has complained.” I attempted to have more dialogue with him about my concerns but he told me to get out. So my family and I left . We had to pay for a hotel room and to top it off VRBO won’t help me at all. They refused to refund my money. I have video evidence and all. Buyer beware! The owner is aggressive and mean. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Linda K., Missouri USA Jul 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication Disliked: Location, listing accuracy #### Different So much to say...Communication with the owner went well. He was very nice and knowledgeable about the area. He gave a lot of suggestions for where to go and what to do although he seems to be a bit scattered in his thought processes. The cabins are located close to town, tucked away in the trees. If your not careful you will miss the drive to get to them. Once you turn into the road leading to the cabins, cabin one will be on your left. This is the cabin we saw online and booked but when we got our email, we were told cabin three. So, we continued down the drive. Here you will find a lot of junk laying aside the road, really unkept and "hillbilly" style. Once we got to cabin three, the deck and exterior could use a lot of cleaning up, if you plan on sitting outside, know the table, chairs etc. will need to be cleaned unless you want dirt on your clothing. Once inside the cabin however, you will find an eclectic mix of furnishings and decor. The cabin interior is clean and well kept. ##### Linda K. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom M. Jan 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great overnight stay as we were traveling during the holidays. Easy - no problems ##### Tom M. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick D. Oct 23, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Nice little cabin that was great for launching out for day trips into Shawnee and the surrounding areas. ##### Nick D. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aga R. Aug 9, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful very secluded charming cottage, perfect if like to fully relax . Grill , campfire, forest Loving dog friendly environment, we have two big huskies who enjoyed nature as much as we did . Highly recommend hidden gem escape from city . ##### Aga R. ### 8/10 Good #### Matthew M. Jul 11, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Good Good ##### Matthew M. 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