Title: Lake Sara cottage: 3BR/2BA, hot tub, swim dock, firepit, kayaks, & lake views! - 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 Sara cottage: 3BR/2BA, hot tub, swim dock, firepit, kayaks, & lake views! Lakefront vacation home with a sauna and a hot tub ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104223500/104223450/6db642dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104223500/104223450/f37603a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104223500/104223450/044d5017.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104223500/104223450/d891d93e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104223500/104223450/3d24f822.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located on Lake Sara in Effingham, Illinois, The Cottage on Cardinal Lane offers a cozy retreat with breathtaking lake views from the spacious living areas and bedrooms. Unwind in the private hot tub or gather around the firepit for memorable evenings under the stars. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Hot tub - Parking available - Kitchen ## 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 Sara cottage: 3BR/2BA, hot tub, swim dock, firepit, kayaks, & lake views! Welcome to The Cottage on Cardinal Lane in Effingham, Illinois, on beautiful Lake Sara! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom lake house offers the perfect blend of comfort and adventure year-round. Enjoy breathtaking lake views from the spacious living areas and cozy bedrooms. Unwind in the private hot tub, gather around the firepit for memorable evenings under the stars, or take advantage of the swimming dock for a refreshing swim. Explore Lake Sara with our complimentary kayaks. The property also features a boathouse with an available boat slip, making it easy for you to bring your own boat or rent one locally. Ideal for families and friends, The Cottage on Cardinal Lane is your perfect vacation rental for relaxation, recreation, and fun, with a selection of games to keep everyone entertained. At the cottage, you'll find a variety of amenities designed to enhance your stay. Prepare meals in the fully equipped kitchen, enjoy outdoor cooking with the gas grill, and unwind with a variety of games for family fun. Relax on the water with our provided rafts and floats, or explore Lake Sara using our complimentary kayaks. Stay connected with Wi-Fi, watch your favorite shows on the TV, and make the most of your downtime. Beach towels are provided for your convenience. Whether you’re cooking, staying connected, or simply relaxing, we’ve got everything you need for a memorable stay. When you’re ready to explore beyond the property, Effingham, Illinois, offers a variety of local attractions and activities. Rent a boat to discover the scenic beauty of Lake Sara, or enjoy a day at the nearby public beach and park. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy a round at the nearby course, while food lovers can savor delicious meals at local restaurants. Nature lovers will appreciate the walking trails that highlight the tranquility of the countryside. With so much to see and do, Effingham enhances your stay at The Cottage on Cardinal Lane with both leisure and adventure. For the safety and security of our guests, our property is equipped with two Ring doorbells, in compliance with Vrbo’s policy on security devices. \*\*\*For your safety, please supervise any children near the water at all times and use the provided standard life jackets. We also recommend that guests bring life vests that properly fit their little ones to ensure maximum safety. We’re dedicated to ensuring that everyone has a safe and enjoyable stay. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 4 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Pickleball - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23780000/23778100/23778015/07ed4a77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. 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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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=39.13805,-88.63123&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7B_%7CmFdx%7D%7BO%3FS%3FS%3FS%3FS%40S%40S%40U%40S%40SBQ%40S%40SBSBSBSBQBSBSDQDSBQDSDQDQFSDQDQFQFOFSFOFQFQFOHOHQFMHQHMHOHOHMHOJOHKJMHOJMJKJMJKJMLKJKJILKJKLIJILKLGLKLGLILGLGNGLGLGLENGLENELENELCNCNELCNANCLANCNANANALAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40NBLDNBLBNDNDLDNDLFLDLFNFLFLFLFLHLFLJLFLJJHLHJJLJJHLJJJJLJJJLJLJJHNJLJJHNHNHLJNFNHLHPHNFNHNFNFPFPHNDRFNFPDPDPFRDPDPDRBPDRDPBRBRBPBRBRBR%40RBR%40P%40R%40R%40T%40R%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FR%3FRARARARARARARCRARCRCRCRCPCRCREPERCPEREPEPGPEPEPGRGNEPIPGPGNGPINGNINININGNKLINILINKLKLILKLKJKLKJKLKJMJKJMJKHMJKHMHMHMHMHMFMFMHMFODMFMFMDODMDODODMDOBMBOBOBO%40MBOBO%3FOBO%40M%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FM%3FOAOCO%3FOCMCOAOCMCOCOCMEOEMEOEMEOEMGMGMEOGMIMGMGMIMIMIMIKIMKKIMKKKKKMKKMKKKMKKKMIMKMIMKOIMIOIMIOIOIOGOIOIOGQGOGQGQGQGOGSEQEQGQEQEQESCQESEQCSCSCQCSCSCSASASCSASASASASAS%3FS%3FS%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WXnreaFvpEYZbTQ3QoeHRECkcFQ=) Effingham, IL #### What's nearby - Cardinal Golf Course - 11 min walk - 0.9 km - Effingham Performance Center - 10 min drive - 9.3 km - Lake Sara - 12 min drive - 11.8 km - Cross at the Crossroads - 13 min drive - 14.1 km - Effingham County Courthouse - 14 min drive - 12.8 km #### Getting around - Effingham Station - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬11 min drive - ‪Niemerg's Steakhouse - ‬13 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lake Sara cottage: 3BR/2BA, hot tub, swim dock, firepit, kayaks, & lake views! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lake Sara cottage: 3BR/2BA, hot tub, swim dock, firepit, kayaks, & lake views!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lake Sara cottage: 3BR/2BA, hot tub, swim dock, firepit, kayaks, & lake views!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Lake Sara cottage: 3BR/2BA, hot tub, swim dock, firepit, kayaks, & lake views! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Cardinal Golf Course and within 9 mi (15 km) of Effingham Performance Center and Lake Sara. HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital and Evergreen Bark Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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