Title: Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly Lakefront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74140000/74137100/74137048/14594454.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74140000/74137100/74137048/28c75053.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74140000/74137100/74137048/89b4f839.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74140000/74137100/74137048/adc718e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74140000/74137100/74137048/60178ac8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the tranquil Lakehouse at Lakecrest, nestled in a private cove on Southern Illinois' stunning Lake of Egypt. Unwind by the saltwater pool or soak up some rays on the expansive upstairs deck overlooking the lake's natural beauty. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly Located in a private cove on Lake of Egypt in Southern Illinois, Lakehouse at Lakecrest is the ideal place to escape for a well-deserved vacation from the busy city. This expansive 3-bedroom, 2-bath luxury home is smartly styled with a fresh nautical theme, has multiple social gathering areas, comfortable private bedrooms, and fantastic outdoor entertaining spaces. Guests will discover wonderful opportunities for close encounters with nature and plenty of room to gather with extended family and friends, all making for an unforgettably perfect stay. The residence’s main level boasts 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a living room, and convenient coffee station. Head down the fun spiral staircase to the lower level and find the main living areas. An open kitchen set up for preparing and serving full course meals with direct sightlines to the dining and family room areas are an entertainer’s dream, and an additional bath and patio walkout are also found on this floor. Sleeping arrangements comfortably accommodate up to 12 in the following configuration: Main bedroom: King bed Bedroom #2: Queen bed Bedroom #3: Queen bed Lower level: In open living space- Queen pull-out sofa + queen bed Upstairs: inflatable bed that can be set up in living-room. Outdoor living at the Lakehouse is amazing, too! A large saltwater pool is the ideal place to play and soak up some rays when not spending time on the lake (pool is not heated). The downstairs level offers a great entertainment space with a BBQ grill, huge patio, and seating area for dining alfresco. Additional outdoor living options include a small private dock and an expansive upstairs deck that overlooks the natural private cove with a bald eagle and gorgeous trees being the only neighbors in sight. Coffee stations on both levels of the home, and parking space for up to 5 vehicles add to the long list of thoughtful on-property service extras. Amenity Highlights Include: \- Lake access less than ¼ mile from the home \- Complimentary unlimited Wi-Fi \- Smart TVs with streaming capabilities \- Comprehensive housewares package + standard small appliances \- Fresh linens and towels for every guest \- Full-size washer and dryer Lakehouse at Lakecrest is in a beautiful location set in a private cove on Lake of Egypt, just a short distance from the family friendly towns of Creal Springs and Marion, Illinois. Several area attractions, marinas, restaurants, and activities are within a few minutes’ drive from the property. • With 93 miles of secluded wooded bays and inlets Lake of Egypt is one of Southern Illinois’s hidden treasures. Boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and swimming are prime activities, and water-skiing, tubing, and jet skiing are also available in certain areas. Three marinas on the lake – all accessible via boat or personal vehicle - offer everything from food trucks almost every Friday and Saturday, full bars, live music, and delicious restaurants serving Mexican food and amazing pizza. • Adults will enjoy a leisurely day of touring the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail set among the scenic countryside of Southern Illinois. Spend time discovering the distinctive character of each winery, exploring the charming towns and unique local restaurants that dot the trail, and leaning about the region’s rich history. • The town of Marion has some amazing eateries to check out including The Vault Café, a breakfast restaurant that resides in an old bank building, and Pookie’s Beer, Burgers and Bocce with three bocce ball courts and live music. • Take a day trip to the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge where 44,000 acres of land and water are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. The Refuge serves as a winter feeding and resting area for waterfowl, and opportunities to view geese, bald eagles, songbirds, raptors, white-tailed deer, and wild turkey can be found in many areas of the Refuge. Points of interest, trails, auto tours, and viewing blinds have been developed throughout the Refuge to enhance wildlife encounters. Of note • Guests have access to the lake less than a 1/4 mile from the house where there is a dock offering free boat tie up. A covered slip is available to rent for an additional $50 per day and there is parking for vehicles at the dock. Please note the small dock at the property is NOT accessible by boat. • Towels for the pool are included, however guests must bring their own towels for use on boats or at the lake. Pool will be opened by Memorial Day Weekend and closed anytime after Labor Day weekend. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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 - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97420000/97413800/97413766/w1024h582x0y50-440ad1e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront, amazing views, boat rentals available Creal Springs - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=97413766&PinnedHotelID=97413766&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35528000/35527936/44ad4533.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful, LAKEFRONT Home at Lake of Egypt! 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But be sure to place the pump back on the cover. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=37.604027,-88.91672&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:glpdFnpu%7DO%3FS%3FS%3FS%40S%40S%3FS%40S%40S%40QBS%40SBS%40QBSBQBSBQDSBQDQDSBQDQFQDQDQFQFQDQFOFQFOFOHQFOHOFOHOHMHOHOHMJMHOJMHKJMJMHKLMHKLKJKJMJILKJILKLGLKLGJKLGLGLINELILGLENGLENELELENCNELCNCNCLCNCNALANCNAN%3FNAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%3FL%40NBN%40N%40NBLBNBLBNBNDLBNDLDNDLDLFNDLFLHLDNHJFLFLJLFLJJFLJLHJJLHJLJJJJJJJLJJJLJLHJJLHNJLFLJNHNHLFNHNFNHNFPFNHNFPFNDPFPDPFPDPDPDPDPDRBPDPBRDP%40RBPBRBPBR%40R%40RBR%40P%3FR%40R%40R%3FR%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAP%3FRARAR%3FRAPCRARARCRCPCRCPAREPCREPCPEREREPENEPGPERGNEPGPGNINGPGNINGNINGNINILKNGNKLILKLILKLKLKJKLKJKJKJKJMHKJMJMHKHMHMHMHMHKDOHMFMFMFODMFMDODMDODMBOFOBM%40ODM%40OBO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAOAOAMCOAOCMAOEOAMCOGOCMEMEOEMEOGMEMGMGOGMIMEMIKIMIMIMIMIKKMKKIKKKKMKIKMMIKKMKMIMKMIMKMIOIOIMIOIOGOIOGOIOGQGOGOGQEQGOGSEQEOGQEQCSESEQCQESCQCSCQCSAQCSASCSAQASAS%3FSASAS%3FQ%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=85qUUmIraWMzRL2VDMzxK-ktTMc=) Creal Springs, IL #### What's nearby - Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Lake of Egypt - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Ferne Clyffe State Park - 21 min drive - 21.5 km - Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 24 min drive - 22.2 km - Southern Illinois University - 44 min drive - 46.4 km #### Getting around - Carbondale Station - 39 min drive - Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Acee's Neighborhood Market & Deli - ‬20 min drive - ‪Cross-Eyed Bear - ‬11 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive - ‪Tommy Macks Marina - ‬11 min drive - ‪Phil’s Bar And Grill - ‬23 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. Marion Carnegie Library and Goreville City Hall are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 40 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather F. Jul 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family getaway The weekend was so great and the place is a great getaway the family and I really enjoyed ourselves and the pool was a great perk. The house was perfect for the whole family and the host was even better we will definitely be back. ##### Heather F. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer R. Jul 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time! Property was beautiful- loved the back porches and view of the cove! Pool terrific! Close to dock to for kayak launch. Host amazingly quick response time. ##### Jennifer R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn M. Aug 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Clean, well-kept, spacious house, nice, spacious patio, very nice pool, everything is in good working order, all the amenities you need, quiet, private, we would highly recommend ##### Dawn M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason H. Feb 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Place for Pets The hosts are great. The property is beautiful. And we can bring our dogs. Wouldn’t change a thing. ##### Jason H. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael H. Jun 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Best Weekend Kristine was so responsive to all of our questions and the property is wonderful. We had a girls' weekend and the days spent by the pool were perfect. The house was beyond stocked with everything we needed. We are already planning a trip back! ##### Rachael H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Mary. M. Aug 3, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Yearly Family Getaway The pool was wonderful! The beds were comfortable. The upstairs living room was very nice. We spent most evenings up there. Lake Egypt was clean and fishing, boating and kayaking were great! We left the grill and charcoal for the next guests. Wish the downstairs area was better arranged for larger groups (there were 9 of us). Switching out the bed for the couches would be a good start. Then the table could be placed in an area that is easier to access. ##### Mary. M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracie P. Aug 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Can't wait to come back again The house was great. The layout was really nice. Lots of places to stretch out and relax. Everything is decorated beautifully. The pool was incredible. One of the days we were there the temp was over 100 degrees. The pool felt great. I like how when we weren't using it with a flip of a switch you can cover and uncover the pool. One day while we were there it rained almost all day. I went out on the deck and sat on the outdoor sectional. It was so peaceful. Never got wet. I pretty much stayed on the top floor while my son took over the lower level. I called it the bachelor pad. My son was.likr MOM I have a girlfriend....yes but you aren't married. Lol The owners were fast to respond with any questions or concerns we had. Highly recommend staying here. ##### Tracie P. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Laurie P. Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Nice property, it just didn’t work well for us The property was very nice, and was exactly as it was depicted in the description. However, we experienced several snags during our trip. No instructions ever mentioned that it was the upstairs back door that would be the entry door to the property. We had to search to find how to get in. We were never able to find the accessible boat dock from the water. Directions from the marina to the property would have been nice. We knew about the spiral staircase, but it was much more of a hindrance than we could have imagined. Most of us ended up going outside to get to the upstairs. The kitchen was not set up for 8 people. There was not enough silverware and there was no mixer that we could find. When we left, all the doors locked from the inside, so we had to leave one door unlocked when we left. The saving grace was the pool. We all enjoyed it immensely. Again, this was a very nice property, it was just not good for our particular family and could have had clearer instructions on some of the details. ##### Laurie P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy P. Aug 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was ridiculously hot, but the pool was awsome! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/61a534e2-5889-434e-801c-6fc89ede306a-1754430227691.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/13db38c2-8f56-4d67-80f1-4607068b6f5e-1754430227315.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kathy P. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam M. Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This house was perfect for our family get-away. We spent most of our time outside on the back patio area or around the pool. Both are nice areas with plenty of room. The lake view in back is grown up significantly more than shown in pictures but we enjoyed searching for and watching the wildlife. Provided pool towels are a great perk. The hosts are very friendly and promptly answered any questions. ##### Adam M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy K. Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect for our group of girls. The pool was a plus. There was plenty of room for 9. We enjoyed watching the wildlife from the patio and balcony. We would stay here again. ##### Cathy K. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PEGGY W. Jun 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another great stay This was our 2nd year of doing our family vacation here and we absolutely love it. Even with the crazy heat we had a great week of fun. ##### PEGGY W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kady L. Jun 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for Family Vacation We were a group of 6 adults, 2 teens, and 3 kids ad we all loved staying here. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and the pool fit all 11 of us, no problem. It was hard to get the kids to leave the pool to do anything else, but they also enjoyed the dock down to the lake where they saw frogs, turtles, deer, and all kinds of other wildlife. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Kady L. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mikaelyn J. May 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property, enjoyable stay The pool was very clean and we had a great time. ##### Mikaelyn J. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber D. Sep 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family getaway spot The house was large enough for me and my 2 brothers and some of our kids to stay. The 3 bedrooms on the main level was nice to each have a room for the adult couples. The spiral staircase to the lower level was a little small so you should definitely unload all kitchen items (which is on the lower level around the stairs to the back, the lights and dining table out back were nice. We ate most of our meals outside since it was so nice. the lake was not really inviting and pretty mucked but the pool on site more than made up for that. Great location and quiet area. good to have the 2 bathrooms and enjoyed having the use of the grill. the owners were very responsive when we had questions. Bed were comfy. couple small minor things that were in need of repair but nothing that would give this place a bad rating. Great getaway house for the family. ##### Amber D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam Z. Jul 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good place to stay Everyone liked this property. Kids had very fun with the pool . Ans we had fun too fishing I would like to book again . ##### Sam Z. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PEGGY W. Jun 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What an amazing family vacation This was the perfect family vacation for my family and my brother’s family to come together for week (we live 12 hours apart) and spend the week soaking up the sun, playing, fishing, and relaxing. Cannot wait to return next year! ##### PEGGY W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri L. Jun 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls weekend Lovely place. Had so much fun. The pool was wonderful. ##### Terri L. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert K. Jun 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic place to stay The family had a great time... the pool was awesome and plenty of space for everyone... All of the information was spot on and really enjoyed the stay. ##### Robert K. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kari H. May 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly Recommend! I can't think of a thing I would change and we have rented a different VRBO every year for 13 years now.. This place was very clean, spacious and had everything you could need. Everything was high quality, well decorated and homey. The pool was beautiful and so was the scenic backyard. Porches were awesome for getting out of the sun or sitting out to safely watch a summer storm roll in (which i love on a lake vacation). Lots of day trip/outings options close by. We recommend MA's Fillipino restaurant and Lakeside Power sports dor jetski rental. House was more than enough room for 5 adults and a dog. Could easily accomodate more. We had a wonderful time! ##### Kari H. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amme B. May 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home Like some other reviewers have said, the set up of the house is unconventional, but it worked out fine for us! A couple of us weren’t huge fans of the spiral staircase, but I like that you can walk outside if you don’t want to use the spiral staircase. We enjoyed our short stay and would definitely stay here again! ##### Amme B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tristan G. Apr 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Lakeside Cottage This was a great cottage! It features a beautiful back patio overlooking a small arm of Lake of Egypt. One thing to know: the kitchen is downstairs, and the stairs inside the cottage are a metal spiral staircase; if you're bringing in groceries, you'll probably want to carry them in through the door downstairs. There's a meat smoker (no propane grill or anything like that, but the meat smoker is very straightforward to use). With three bedrooms, it's most comfortable if you fit in with just those, but we had more people and made it work -- we still had a lovely time. Beautiful area: check out Makanda and Giant City State Park while you're in Southern IL, or go fishing on Lake of Egypt! ##### Tristan G. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacob F. Oct 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easy and convenient Overall happy with the house would be so much fun during the summer ##### Jacob F. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jul 23, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness, location #### Strange layout This property is not for someone who cannot do stairs. The kitchen is down a spiral staircase in the basement while the living area is upstairs. The dock is located with no water (so no fishing there) and zero view of the lake with the stairs down to the dock unsafe. The pool and upstairs were nice but we felt like we were constantly going up and down stairs to get a drink or snack. The host was very nice and extremely helpful with our questions. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikole D. Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Country Retreat This is the second year my family has stayed at this property. The property is clean and well maintained. The pool offered plenty of space for our group of 12. The option to use the dock is very convenient if you are bringing your boat or renting one like we did. The host is friendly and very responsive and lives nearby. We truly enjoyed our time here! ##### Nikole D. 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