Title: Lake Sara Dream - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34017769&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lake Sara Dream Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Lake Sara Dream ![Terrace/patio - Lake Sara Dream (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34017800/34017769/7d007f52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Lake Sara Dream (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34017800/34017769/b8ce606d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Lake Sara Dream (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34017800/34017769/916b2b9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Lake Sara Dream (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34017800/34017769/e87d3da0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Game room - Lake Sara Dream (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34017800/34017769/d06b958a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Lake Sara's tranquil waters await at this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom retreat. Unwind on the rooftop dock or explore the cove by boat or rent one from a local marina. Inside, find two living spaces and a kitchen equipped with everything you need; outside, enjoy charcoal grilling and stargazing around the fire pit. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms2000 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 home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lake Sara Dream This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom renovated retreat provides you with everything you need to have fun at the lake this year! Great location on the water of Gypsy Cove where you can relax in the water or drop a line in to fish. New platform roof top dock gives you plenty of space to relax and catch some sun rays! There is space for you to bring your own boat or rent one at the local marina. The cove is the perfect place to learn how to waterski, wakeboard, or tube. Inside the home you will find two living spaces along with a small mini kitchen downstairs, a full bathroom, and a bedroom. There is also access to the lake and outside patio areas from the downstairs living space. The home sleeps 8 comfortably in beds and is the max for this vacation retreat. The kitchen is equipped with everything you will need during your stay. A Smart tv is located in the living room upstairs & living room downstairs. We do NOT offer Direct TV. bring your firesticks or PW for netflix, amazon, etc. A washer & dryer is available for your use as well downstairs. The home has central air conditioning & heat. We do have wi-fi...all the connection instructions will be inside the home. Outside there is large deck off the house that is great for entertaining or eating a meal. We have a charcoal grill on the deck for your use to grill out. There is a fire pit outside for your use. We do not usually stock firewood so I would recommend getting some beforehand for your use. If there is wood provided, feel free to use some of it. A short path leads down to the boat dock from the large deck, there you will find Adirondack chairs for relaxation & floats for use in the water. The door on the left side of the boat house has floats & noodles for use. Please be respectful of the neighbors and keep noise to a minimum later in the evenings. Failure to do so will result in funds taken from deposit. If anything is damaged during your stay PLEASE let us know so we can replace what has been broken. We use this home as well as our home away from home retreat with our family. Anything you may find in the fridge as far as condiments or in the pantry or freezer, was food that we may have bought for use during our stay. Everyone is more than welcome to consume these items, but please do not throw anything away unless it has expired/gone bad. We want to invite anyone who wants to enjoy Lake Sara to its fullest to come relax! We strive to make your experience the best it can be. We hope to see you soon! A couple notes: \-The boat in the lift is not for rental use, there are a couple marinas on the lake that offer boat rentals. \-There is plenty of parking for boats on each side of dock. \-Please respect our home as you would your own. \-be respectful of the neighbors. They are within close proximity to the vacation rental and we would hate to disturb them. Failure to do this could result in issues with the neighbors and funds taken from deposit. Thank you for understanding. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Charcoal grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### 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 - Note from host: NO SMOKING ALLOWED ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Things to do - Boat - Water sports equipment ### 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: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62960000/62958000/62957951/894ed6b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Home on Lake Sara Effingham - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 136 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=62957951&PinnedHotelID=62957951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92200000/92198100/92198012/38fab44f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ultimate Country Home with a 4800 sq.ft shed- pickle ball, corn hole, and more!! 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WE HAVE NEIGHBORS!!!! Be respectful!!!! ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed NO PARTIES OR EVENTS AT ALL! ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted NO SMOKING ALLOWED ## 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 Note from host: NO PARTIES OR EVENTS AT ALL! 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 ### Property is also known as Serenity in Shumway Cove Lake Sara Dream Effingham Lake Sara Dream Private vacation home Lake Sara Dream Private vacation home Effingham ## About the area Located in Effingham, this vacation home is on a lake. Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion and Veteran's Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ballard Nature Center and Lake Sara. Bliss Park and Effingham County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. [Visit our Effingham travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Effingham.dx7822) [View more Vacation homes in Effingham](https://www.expedia.ca/Effingham-Private-Vacation-Homes.d7822-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C39.12697%2C-88.63398&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=i-hDXrZBrNpK3E_-qYGkFdlbPLc=) Effingham, IL ### What's nearby - Cross at the Crossroads \- 15 min drive \- 9.9 km - Lake Sara \- 15 min drive \- 10.9 km - Effingham Performance Center \- 16 min drive \- 12.0 km - HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital \- 16 min drive \- 11.6 km - Effingham County Courthouse \- 17 min drive \- 11.9 km ### Getting around - Effingham Station - 19 min drive - Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 78 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive - ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬18 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬17 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lake Sara Dream pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lake Sara Dream? ### What time is check-out at Lake Sara Dream? ### Where is Lake Sara Dream located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lake Sara Dream Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 71 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason C. Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had an amazing vacation at this property. The home is beautifully maintained, comfortable, and thoughtfully laid out. The setting is serene and picturesque, making it easy to unwind. Communication with the host was smooth, and the value for money was excellent. We’re already planning to return next year. Highly recommended! ##### Jason C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa F. Dec 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Celebration Our extended family has spent a fall weekend at Lake Sara Dream for the last three years. The house is so cute and it is just perfect for us to relax and visit with each other. ##### Theresa F. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn G. Sep 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! So fun! Quick communication with owner, great spot on the lake! Only complaint I can think of is they could use a good skillet, and some more silverware. But we survived and loved it! Beds were comfy, Loved the canoe, and fishing. ##### Lynn G. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice W. Jul 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family is everthing Home was beautiful! Location was quiet and views were spectacular! Everyone in our group found something to do. Kayaks, canoe, fishing off the dock, campfires etc. Room to dock both of our boats and to park trailers! ##### Janice W. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura S., Libertyville, IL. Aug 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Getaway I grew up coming to Lake Sara. It was fun to come back with my family to see how much it has grown and changed. The house was great and the lake access was perfect. We enjoyed fishing and swimming! ##### Laura S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debi W. Aug 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Will be back Everything was just like we expected, had lots of fun in the water rain or shine. Can’t wait till next time ##### Debi W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Diane L. Aug 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family reunion At Lake Sara for a family reunion. Kitchen was well stocked and there is a large great room. Bedrooms and bathrooms are small but adequate. Porch railing in need of cleaning. Great lake access and nice grounds provides privacy. Nice lower level with room to spare. privacy. ##### Diane L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcy H. Jan 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Met in the Middle! We met my brother and wife at Lake Sara (mid location between our 2 cities). We met at Tuscan Hills Winery and then to the property. We were so charmed by the location and pleased with the lake house! The temperature dropped but we were so cozy cooking together, watching a Chiefs' victory, and hanging out together! Couldn't find the guest book. We will be back! ##### Marcy H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn G. Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place! Second time we have stayed for a long weekend with our adult kids. Great dock for our boat, quiet cove, great views from decks and dock . Perfect relaxing getaway! ##### Lynn G. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Justin S. Jul 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was a great stay! We love spending time on the lake. Memories made for a lifetime. ##### Justin S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah R. Aug 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birthday Trip Wonderful place to stay at Lake Sara. We had the best time. This property has everything you can need for a relaxing trip away. Our kids especially loved being able to jump off and swim at the dock. Can’t wait to come back! ##### Sarah R. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue G. Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect lake location Perfect spot to spend a weekend with our good friends . Clean quiet and perfect for jumping in the lake for a swim. Equipped with everything you need. A/C worked great with ceiling fans and floor fans in every room. Bingo at the winery and boat rental for a tour of the lake ! ##### Sue G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### margaret b. Sep 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house wonderful we went up there for fishing, But unfortunately it was very hot and we did not catch to many fish. But we all really enjoyed the house. We got up there a little early and we asked Amber the host if we could get in early and she yes. This is the second time we rented her house. She is such a gracious host. I would recommend this house to stay in. Was fantastic. Thank you again Amber. ##### margaret b. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damon H. Sep 22, 2016 #### Great Weekend getaway spot! Great property. Clean home, good privacy. Enjoyed our weekend! ##### Damon H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa F. Dec 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family holiday celebration Our second visit to Lake Sara Dream for an early Christmas celebration was terrific! ##### Theresa F. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bridget B. May 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Weekend The house was just as pictured and a great place for our family weekend away. We enjoyed the lake and the dock for fishing and relaxing. We hope to visit this house again next year. ##### Bridget B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin S. Jun 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Best! Great location on Lake Sara! Fun time with friends. Highly recommend. ##### Justin S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane B. Mar 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dads birthday Returned to my childhood, home to visit family for my dad’s birthday. Lake Sara has been a place where we spent many fun happy times, and so to return was very special! And the home was just perfect! ##### Jane B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa C., Chicago Jun 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway This is the second year my group has booked this house for our annual girls weekend. The house is a great size, enough private rooms for our different sleeping schedules, 2 tv areas for when everyone needs their space but also enough seating upstairs for everyone to hang out together, 2 fridges, several beautiful outdoor seating options and the dock and lake access are awesome. ##### Theresa C. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcy M., Champaign Jul 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home in quiet cove and easily accessible boat dock! Our extended family visited Lake Sara for the second time and really enjoyed staying in this home (plus a second home on the lake less than a mile away). We enjoyed floating near the dock, kayaking, fishing, and roasting marshmallows at the fire pit. We brought our boat and the cove was easy to get in and out of. Plenty of sunshine or shade with the decks. We enjoyed watching wildlife (deer, turtle, fish, blue heron, and a friendly chipmunk) and relaxing. This home is beautiful inside and out - well-appointed with what you need to have an enjoyable stay. Updated bathrooms and comfortable beds. We will be back!! ##### Marcy M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Stephen R. Jul 28, 2016 #### The setting with the beautiful yard and lake was spectacular, but the cabin needs some work. We were very happy with the location. The home has a fabulous deck that overlooks the lake and a beautiful backyard, and they have wonderful outdoor furniture. The home has a very musty ---maybe moldy?--odor if the doors aren't open. The stairs are very steep and do not have needed railing at the top. The bathmat was wet and dirty in the upstairs bath when we arrived, and the carpeting overall appeared to need a good shampoo. I would recommend that this home be listed as sleeping a maximum of maybe 4 people. The downstairs queen can sleep 2, one in the twin bed, and 1 in the full bed upstairs--it sinks too much in the middle to sleep more than one. I guess small children with good backs good sleep on the one roll away provided or on the very uncomfortable hide-a-bed? I also would not recommend any older folks to try to use the upstairs bedrooms and bath---very narrow treads and again, inadequate railing. The kitchen was well equipped, and in the late fall when the weather gets cool, I'd bet that the lovely fireplace would really be cozy. ##### Stephen R. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016 ### 8/10 Good #### Emily W. Aug 26, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Nice to be so close to Lake Sarah! The pros of this property were as follows: -Nice, cozy cabin feel -Close to Lake Sarah -Had most items that you would need for your stay -Close to town, so relatively easy to run and get things you need -Awesome neighbors -Home owners usually responded to my questions quickly The cons of this property as I saw them were: -Numerous items were broken or not in working order when we arrived (lights, outlets, lawnchairs, downstairs toilet, towel rack, canoe). Owner did respond that they fixed most things that we brought to their attention after we left. -The futon that's listed as a bed is extremely uncomfortable and no one could manage to sleep on it. -In my opinion, it should not be listed as "Sleeps 12". We had 6 adults and 3 children and still needed 3 of our own air mattresses in order for everyone to have a place to sleep. It would be more accurately listed as sleeps 7, maximum, unless you bring your own air mattresses. -The deck was beautiful in the pictures, but it was pretty dirty and disheveled when we arrived and my family had to sweep it off and straighten it up. In the end, my family had a great time and made some wonderful memories, but I just felt there were a few things that could have made our experience better. ##### Emily W. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anne M. Jul 11, 2018 #### Nice location on the lake Nice location and quiet cove and overall a good property. We had bad weather and power outage - which is nothing against the property; but, it did keep us in the house and lead to noticing some issues that otherwise might not have been so noticeable had we been able to stay outdoors. The kayaks and canoe were a bonus and appreciated (see upcoming comment regarding boat/marina) - proper kayak paddles would work better - we tried to buy some in town and couldn't find any. The dock is small - not much room to sit in shade after swimming or for watching the kids swim. Good fishing off the dock - bluegill, small bass, catfish. Deck off house is nice sized with two tables and plenty of seating. We had brought an awning which was helpful on the deck due to the heat/sun. There is a big firepit area with lots of shady seating which we didn't utilize due to the heat. If you don't have your own boat the rental options are limited and disappointing (benches bolted to a pontoon deck at the one place and a regular pontoon whose upholstery was held together by duck tape at the other). Also, neither marina is open on Monday/Tuesday and when they do open Wednesday it's at noon - this is not on any of their websites and when I had called the week prior to talk to a guy about getting a boat on Monday - he said "we have plenty - just come by". During the week it was very quiet and relaxing - I'm sure it picks up on weekends but we were only there from Monday - Thursday. There are a few items that could use some attention - the grill is a bit rickety but useable; the seating in the living room is limited, uncomfortable and couch is somewhat smelly; the beds are very uncomfortable. Also, the staircase to the second floor is seriously steep and requires some care navigating. There is one bedroom and full bath downstairs and two bedrooms and full bath upstairs. Despite a few negatives it was still an overall good rental and in a nice cove. ##### Anne M. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlene K., Sioux Center Dec 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Get-Away Not knowing where we were going (it's definitely in the woods and it takes a GPS to get there), we were so surprised and delighted when we arrived and entered the home. It was perfect for our family of 7\. Beds were comfy and kitchen had everything we needed for light meals. We wondered what it would be like during the different seasons of the year since the location is so wooded and on a little inlet of the lake. Definitely would recommend staying here and if we're ever back in the area, would check if it was available. ##### Charlene K. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving at the Lake We enjoyed our stay at the Cox Cottage while we visited nearby family for Thanksgiving. The property had all items we needed and space for the kids and adults to hang out together or get some space. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Salamanca-Hotels-Seneca-Allegany-Resort-Casino.h2238839.Hotel-Information) > > [Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Canad-Inns-Destination-Center-Grand-Forks.h1713856.Hotel-Information) > > [C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Cmon-Inn-Hotel-Suites.h1510580.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information) > > [Darien Lake Lodge on the Lake ](https://www.expedia.ca/Corfu-Hotels-Darien-Lake-Lodge-On-The-Lake.h13279584.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-La-Quinta-Resort-Club.h10916.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brook at Turning Stone Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Hotels-Turning-Stone-Resort-And-Casino.h1684407.Hotel-Information) > > [Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn-Of-Frankenmuth.h9809515.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxurious Otter Pointe](https://www.expedia.ca/Girard-Hotels-Luxurious-Otter-Pointe.h33004397.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Welk-Resorts-Palm-Springs.h1140793.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Kings-Land-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h2303745.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [The Trail in Adams - Berkshires’ Art Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Adams-Hotels-Topia-Inn-An-Organic-Oasis.h12259511.Hotel-Information) > > [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information) > > [Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Angel-Of-The-Winds-Casino-Resort.h9689970.Hotel-Information) > > [Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and Players Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hogansburg-Hotels-Akwesasne-Mohawk-Casino-Resort.h6009138.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrah’s Laughlin - A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Laughlin-Hotels-Harrahs-Laughlin-Hotel-Casino.h43310.Hotel-Information) > > [Shooting Star Casino & Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Thief-River-Falls-Hotels-Shooting-Star-Casino-Hotel.h28874246.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky OH](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandusky-Hotels-Great-Wolf-Lodge-Sandusky-OH.h1183594.Hotel-Information) > > [I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Champaign-Hotels-I-Hotel-And-Conference-Center.h1897350.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge.h853695.Hotel-Information) > > [Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Semiahmoo-Resort-Golf-Spa.h13986.Hotel-Information)