Title: Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks ![Smart TV, fireplace - Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks (Creal Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70390000/70387400/70387346/28b315cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks (Creal Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70390000/70387400/70387346/46c8e277.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks (Creal Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70390000/70387400/70387346/5c25d27f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks (Creal Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70390000/70387400/70387346/fbf1cf6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks (Creal Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70390000/70387400/70387346/5d3c55d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a serene getaway at this beautiful 4-bedroom house, nestled next to Egyptian Hills Resort and Marina. Unwind by the gas fireplace in the lower level living room or enjoy a dip in the water from our dock with ladder access for easy swimming and kayaking with our 2 provided kayaks. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## 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. ### Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks SUMMARY: Beautiful 4 bedroom house located right next to Egyptian Hills Resort and Marina and new KOA campground. The dock has a ladder so you can easily swim and kayak with our 2 kayaks. The next door marina offers food, drinks and entertainment regularly on weekends throughout the summer. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: \* 1 King Bed in Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom in lower level \* 1 Twin Bed; 1 bunk bed; 1 pull-out twin in 2nd bedroom in lower level \* 1 King Bed in 3nd bedroom in main level \* 1 King Bed in 4rth bedroom in main level THE LAYOUT Main Level: \* Full Bath \* Living Room with Smart TV \* Kitchen & Dining Area for 10 \* Walkout Upper Deck \* Bedroom with king bed \* Bedroom with king bed \* Washer/Dryer Lower Level: \* Master bedroom with king bed and ensuite bathroom \* Bedroom with 1 twin; 1 bunk bed; 1 pull-out twin (pull out from under bunk bed, stays ground level) \* Full bathroom \* Walkout Patio and sidewalk to dock \* Living room with gas fireplace and Smart TV OUTDOORS: \* Outside decking areas and fire pit for relaxation \* Weed removal completed in fall 2021 \* New ladder installed in 2021 for swimming off dock \* 2 Kayaks for your enjoyment \* Cleats on either side of dock to tie on own boat. MORE INFORMATION: \* Egyptian Hills Resort and Marina next door- $30 ramp/boat launch fee \* Pyramid Acres Marina 10 minute drive- $5 ramp/boat launch fee \* Just 15 min drive to Marion \* Close to hiking in the Shawnee National Forest, Ferne Clyffe State Park, Giant City State Park \* Close to biking trails at Tunnel Hill Bike Trail, and mountain biking at the new Touch of Nature bike trail \* Each guest receives a personalized online Welcome Guide immediately upon booking- so you can plan your trip with all of our personal recommendations of places to go and things to do. WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM. Rental agreement is required with ID verification. Pet Policy: 1 pet limit. $100 per stay (not per night). Dogs only Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels. Guests not staying overnight are welcomed. Loud, disruptive parties are not. BYO Beach Towels. We provide bath towels BYO Life Vests HIGHLY encouraged to ensure proper size. Firewood is available for purchase. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking indoors. Fees for violations. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120460000/120453800/120453800/8c70775b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Log cabin with walkout basement and loft located on Ohio River’s edge. 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This includes an ID upload to prevent identity fraud. Absolutely no smoking of any kind indoors including but not limited to all tobacco products and marijuana. $100 charge for smoke odor. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Dogs only, maximum of 2\. Pets must be disclosed be ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking indoors. Fees for violations. ## 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b5148ax ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.58664%2C-88.89539&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_3RwqkhcO-acKA_bFLUdcU-NUbs=) Creal Springs, IL #### What's nearby - Shawnee National Forest \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Lake of Egypt \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Marion Cultural and Civic Center \- 27 min drive \- 23.6 km - Giant City State Park \- 39 min drive \- 43.2 km - Southern Illinois University \- 44 min drive \- 53.9 km #### Getting around - Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Acee's Neighborhood Market & Deli - ‬24 min drive - ‪Cross-Eyed Bear - ‬15 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min drive - ‪Tommy Macks Marina - ‬15 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬24 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks? ### What time is check-out at Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks? ### Where is Upscale Lakefront Home w/ Dock & Kayaks located? ## Have a question? 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