Title: THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL - 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 # THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL Vacation home in Effingham with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124470000/124461200/124461150/216824fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124470000/124461200/124461150/d0826301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124470000/124461200/124461150/a97e226b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124470000/124461200/124461150/bdd59d17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124470000/124461200/124461150/c881a3ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - 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. ### THE LAKE HOUSE - Official Relaxation HQ - On Beautiful Lake Sara, Effingham, IL This newly renovated Lake Sara home boasts 3 inviting bedrooms, featuring a king bed, a queen bed, and two twin beds. Guests enjoy 4 bathrooms, 2 equipped with custom tiled showers as well as one free-standing tub. This fully equipped home also features a home theatre room complete with a 98" TV and a pit couch. Guests will enjoy the heated in-ground Pool (seasonally April-November). Beautiful lake views from the Living Room, Dining Room, and Master Bedroom. The space stays comfortable year-round with heating and AC, making every stay enjoyable. Whether you’re relaxing indoors or getting ready for a day out on Lake Sara, this fabulous home offers everything you need with cozy vibes, warm corners, and a strict no-stress policy!. Feel free to reach out to us during your stay – we’re happy to suggest local spots to check out. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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. - 1 accessible parking space - No elevator - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94910000/94908700/94908631/0b688b7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants. 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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 Registration Number 697 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Effingham is home to this vacation home. Cardinal Golf Course and Pepper's Ridge Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ballard Nature Center and TREC Calico Trail. Bliss Park and Effingham County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. 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