Title: HotTub! FirePit, Private 2.5 acre Pond, 2 Kayaks! GameRoom! Slps12+ - 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 cabin # HotTub! FirePit, Private 2.5 acre Pond, 2 Kayaks! GameRoom! Slps12+ ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101180000/101175500/101175415/w7350h4901x24y16-f85bd128.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101180000/101175500/101175415/c0b94b38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101180000/101175500/101175415/494b0a46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101180000/101175500/101175415/365e4aa5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101180000/101175500/101175415/80a62458.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a serene location, Dongola Bay Cabin offers the perfect blend of comfort and nature. With a spacious deck overlooking a 2.5-acre pond, unwind in one of four cozy bedrooms or relax by the firepit with beautiful views. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Kitchen - Fireplace - Dryer - Washer - Parking available ## 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. ### HotTub! FirePit, Private 2.5 acre Pond, 2 Kayaks! GameRoom! Slps12+ Discover the perfect blend of comfort and nature in our Dongola Bay Cabin, now under new ownership! With a previous rating of 4.97 from 181 reviews, our cabin welcomes you to the same experience with a fresh perspective. Nestled in a serene location with a spacious deck overlooking a 2.5-acre pond, it's the ideal getaway for family gatherings or a peaceful retreat! 15 miles to Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tours 17 miles to Blue Sky Vineyards 18 miles to StarView Vineyards 20 miles to Giant City State Park Explore Dongola Bay’s magic with us & Learn More Below! KEY FEATURES: ☀ 2,000 sq. ft. deck with pond views ☀ Great room with large TV, bar, and ample seating ☀ Recreation room with pool table and small bar ☀ Infant-friendly amenities: pack and play, highchair, and more ☆☆ BEDROOMS ☆☆ Unwind in one of our four cozy bedrooms, providing comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to 10 guests. Additional sleeping options include a sleeper sofa, futon and couches, with extra linens available in the closet. Bedroom 1: \- Queen Bed \- TV \- Dresser Bedroom 2: \- King and a Full bed \- TV \- Closet Bedroom 3: \- Queen and Full bed \- TV \- Closet Bedroom 4 (upstairs master): \- King-size Bed: \- En Suite Private Jacuzzi Tub and shower: \- Large Closet \- Dedicated Vanity Area \- TV \- Views all around Additional Sleeping: \- Sofa sleeper in the living room \- Futon in-between living room and dining room \- Additional couch in living room \- Additional couch in game room ☆☆ BATHROOMS ☆☆ Full Bath: \- Located near in hall with bedrooms 1-3 \- Dual sinks \- Walk-in shower \- Separate Jacuzzi tub Half Bath: \- Convenient access from the living area and laundry room Upstairs Ensuite Bath: \- Shower \- Jacuzzi tub \- Large closet Half Bath (Gameroom): \- Located off the main house in the game room and convenient to the hot tub ☆☆ KITCHEN, DINING ☆☆ The fully equipped kitchen invites cooking adventures with a bartop island and a nearby TV for entertainment while you cook or hang out! With a gas stove, dishwasher, plenty of dishes, cups, pots, pans, and flatware, this kitchen ensures a seamless cooking and dining experience. The coffee bar offers regular strength coffee, non-dairy creamer, and sugar, providing the perfect start to your day! The dining area includes a large dining table for 8, perfect for family meals. ☆☆ LIVING ROOM ☆☆ Step into our cozy living room, the heart of our cabin retreat. Kick back on the couch, or grab a seat at the laid-back bar area for some easygoing vibes. Large windows let in the natural beauty outside, creating a relaxed and tranquil setting. Need to catch up on work? We've got a small, no-fuss workspace for that. And of course, there's a TV for entertainment and an electric fireplace for that extra cabin warmth. This space is all about kicking off your shoes and making yourself at home. ☆☆ GAME ROOM ☆☆ Indulge in the ultimate hangout spot—our game room, just off the deck and steps from the hot tub. This cozy space provides a half bath, a nice bar area with a sink and mini-fridge, a dart board, a new TV, and a pool table. Easy access to the hot tub, bathroom, and bar area makes it the perfect hub for relaxation and entertainment! ☆☆ OUTSIDE SPACE ☆☆ Step outside where relaxation meets nature. Relax on the fenced deck, spanning 2,000 sq. ft., with beautiful views of the 2.5-acre pond. Jump on 1 of our 2 kayaks to enjoy a stroll around the pond or grab your fishing gear to catch some fish. The kids will enjoy playing in the beach area of our pond. Near the pond you will find a firepit to gather around. This tranquil space is perfect for outdoor activities, family moments, and embracing the tranquility of Dongola. The covered hot tub area invites year-round indulgence, offering a secluded retreat to unwind and soak away your cares, surrounded by the beauty of Dongola Bay! ★☆ Book Dongola Bay Cabin Today & Let Us Take Care Of You! ☆★ OTHER THINGS TO ADD: \- Garage is for owner storage and locked. \- No hunting allowed; fishing in the pond allowed with personal tackle. \- Pond hosts non-poisonous water snakes for a healthy habitat. \- 7 Roku Smart TVs in "Guest Mode" for privacy. \- Enter Checkout Date for information erasure. \- Personalize streaming with your subscribed accounts. \- Explore free TV options like Roku, Vix, ABC Live, and more. \- Infant amenities: pack and play (bring bedding), bottle warmer, highchair, and some books/toys. \- Driveway caution: steel plate covers well; navigate around for a smooth arrival. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming 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. - Front entrance ramp - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Gym - Kayak ### 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: 2,500 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules POND USE: Our pond is "SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK." Children under the age of 18 are NOT ALLOWED to use the pond KAYAK USE: Our kayaks are "USE AT YOUR OWN RISK." Children under the age of 18 are NOT ALLOWED to use the kayaks. GENERAL LIABAILITY: The Homeowner is not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Note from host: $200 fee added for up to (2) dogs. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Adults are responsible for children under 18. ### 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 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=37.410545,-89.12078&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_sjcFzk%7D%7EO%3FS%3FS%40S%3FS%40S%3FQ%40S%40S%40QBS%40SBQBS%40SBQBSDSBQDSBQDQDQDQDQDSFODQFODSFOFOFQHOFQFMHQHMFQHMHOHOHKJOHMJMHMJMJKJMJKHKLMJKJKLKJILKJILILILILIJGLINGLGLGLGNGLELENELENELENCLENCNALENANCN%3FNCLANAN%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%3FN%40L%40NBN%3FNBNBLBN%40NBLDNDLBNDLDNDLDLFNDLFLFLFNFLHJFLHLHLHLHJHLJJHLJJJJJLLHJJJJLJLJJHLJLHLJNHJHNHNHLFPHLHPFLFPHNFPFNFNDRFNDPFPDPDPDPDPDPBRDPBPDRBRBP%40RBRBP%40RBR%40P%40R%40R%3FP%40R%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRARAR%3FRAPARARCPARCRCPARCRCPERCPEPCREPEPEPEPEPGPEPGPEPGNGNGPINGPGLIPILGPILININIJKNILKLILKLKJKLKJIJMLKJKJMJKHMJKHMHMHMHMHKFMHOFMFMFMFODMFMDODMDODMBODMDOBO%40MBOBOBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOAMAOAOAOCOAMEOAOCMEOCMEOEMEOEMEMEOGMGMGMGOGMIKGMIMIMIMIKIMKKIMKKKKKMMIKKKKMKKKMIKKOIMKOIKIOIOIMGQIMIQGMGQIOGQGOGOEQGQEQGOESEQEQEQEQCQESCQESCQCSASCQCSASCQASASAQ%3FSAS%3FSAS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=spx_1fP3Vr58yJ4c8ULwa2n1SQ8=) Dongola, IL #### What's nearby - Tunnel Hill State Trail - 32 min drive - 29.7 km - Lake of Egypt - 40 min drive - 46.1 km - Blue Sky Vineyards - 42 min drive - 30.8 km - Giant City State Park - 55 min drive - 39.1 km - Southern Illinois University - 57 min drive - 52.8 km #### Getting around - Cairo, IL (CIR-Cairo Regional) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bluefish Cafe - ‬13 min drive - ‪Blue Fish Lagoon Bar And Grill - ‬13 min drive - ‪Remington Lounge - ‬19 min drive - ‪Hoggy's Southern Style - ‬23 min drive - ‪SubWay - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is HotTub! FirePit, Private 2.5 acre Pond, 2 Kayaks! GameRoom! Slps12+ pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at HotTub! FirePit, Private 2.5 acre Pond, 2 Kayaks! GameRoom! Slps12+? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at HotTub! FirePit, Private 2.5 acre Pond, 2 Kayaks! GameRoom! Slps12+? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is HotTub! FirePit, Private 2.5 acre Pond, 2 Kayaks! GameRoom! Slps12+ located? > Set in Dongola, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Dongola Public Library, Dongola Lake, and Cypress Creek National Wildlife Refuge. Henry N Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center and King Neptune Memorial 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 ## HotTub! FirePit, Private 2.5 acre Pond, 2 Kayaks! GameRoom! Slps12+ Reviews 10 ### 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) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacob K. Sep 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! Awesome place with plenty of space for bigger groups. We are already planning to return in the future. ##### Jacob K. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pete K. Mar 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for family trip Awesome place, well maintained, supper clean and things to do for all ages. Great area close to state parks, wine trail, good food Kids loved the game room, adults loved the hot tub, everyone loved the fire pit and beach area ##### Pete K. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nadia F. Jun 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for Girls Weekend This was a perfect place for a girls weekend trip. The space was big enough to walk away and do your own thing if you wanted, and the open floor plan was great to socialize in during mealtimes. Great great place! ##### Nadia F. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura H. Apr 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect weekend getaway! This home was the perfect space for two families! We loved utilizing the game room, fire pit, dock for fishing, and of course the hot tub! Wish we could have stayed longer! The owner was also quick to respond on any questions we had. We would definitely recommend staying here! ##### Laura H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary w. Aug 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely Perfect The property was perfect. Exactly as described but better. My family had an amazing stay. The owner and manager were very friendly and helpful. We cant wait to return for another vacation. ##### Gary w. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan S. Feb 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Jonathan S. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie Y. Dec 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Thanksgiving We had a blast and the place was perfect for what we needed. The well stocked pots, pans, and kitchen supplies helped with all of our culinary needs. ##### Stephanie Y. 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