Title: Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome - 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 # Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome Lakefront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48880000/48871200/48871176/a400c014.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48880000/48871200/48871176/e1ac8a5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48880000/48871200/48871176/ac8a271d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48880000/48871200/48871176/3ad94f46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48880000/48871200/48871176/8051a745.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the heart of the midwest and unwind at this Effingham home, perfect for a family getaway. Enjoy relaxing afternoons by the private pool, lounge on the waterfront deck with Lake Sara views, or practice your swing at Cardinal Golf Course nearby. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Pool - 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. ### Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome Perfect for days spent lounging poolside or out on the lake, this Effingham home is perfect for the whole family! The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom vacation rental invites you to feel at home in the bright living space or cook up dinner in the modern, fully equipped kitchen. For a relaxing sunny afternoon, practice your swing on the greens of Cardinal Golf Course, grab a bite at Firefly Grill, or head down to the private dock to cast a fishing line into Lake Sara, just steps from your back door! \-- THE PROPERTY -- Private Pool | Pets Allowed | Free WiFi & Smart TV | Waterfront Deck Perfect for those seeking a quiet getaway, this family home will have you relaxing lakeside and exploring the charming town of Effingham in the heart of the midwest! Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Day Bed, Trundle Bed OUTDOOR LIVING: Private pool (open mid-April to mid-November), patio space, furnished deck, private dock, hammock, covered front porch INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, decorative fireplace, large windows, wooden dining table KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, kitchen island GENERAL: Free WiFi, air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, washer/dryer FAQ: Quiet hours (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM), pet fee (paid pre-trip), step-free access PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), RV parking available, no street or lawn parking \-- THE LOCATION -- OUTDOOR RECREATION: Lake Sara (on-site access), Cardinal Golf Course (1.3 miles), J & J Marina (1.7 miles), Evergreen Hollow Park (6.4 miles), Bliss Park (7.5 miles), Wildcat Hollow State Habitat Area (20.9 miles), Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic State (37.1 miles) THINGS TO DO: Sculptures of the Avenues (7.0 miles), Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum (7.0 miles), Village Square Mall (8.2 miles), My Garage Corvette Museum & Retail Store (8.3 miles), Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion (12.5 miles) EFFINGHAM EATERIES: Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse (5.0 miles), Firefly Grill (5.3 miles), Niemerg’s Steakhouse (6.4 miles), Gabby Goat American Pub & Grill (7.2 miles), Puerto Vallarta (9.2 miles) AIRPORTS: Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (89.8 miles), Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (111.0 miles) \-- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. \-- POLICIES -- \- No smoking \- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2, must be leashed at all times) \- No events, parties or large gatherings \- Please observe quiet hours from 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM \- No loud music is allowed at any time \- The person who books must be present on premises \- Additional fees and taxes may apply \- Photo ID may be required at check-in \- NOTE: RVs may be parked on the property but may not be used for sleeping accommodations due to Lake Authority Ordinances \- NOTE: The pool is open mid-April to mid-November \- NOTE: There is a strict max occupancy of 6 guests ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces) ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Dock - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Heated pool - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Golfing nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78360000/78355500/78355500/cd34320a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Retreat on Gypsy Cove! 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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 ### Property is also known as 439077 New! Family Home W/deck on Lake Sara Pets Allowed Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome Effingham ## 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%7C39.13966%2C-88.63316&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pPeshiKwtwd4Od1ng-vOIukzXL4=) Effingham, IL #### What's nearby - Cardinal Golf Course - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Effingham Performance Center - 10 min drive - 9.3 km - Lake Sara - 12 min drive - 11.8 km - Effingham County Courthouse - 14 min drive - 12.8 km - Lake Shelbyville - 45 min drive - 53.9 km #### Getting around - Effingham Station - 17 min drive - Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 77 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive - ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬11 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive - ‪Golden Corral - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome 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. Evergreen Bark Park and HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital 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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