Title: Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca

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# Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest provides amenities like a firepit and a playground. 

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4990 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washer
- Parking included
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
- Barbecue grill

## Add dates for prices

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest

Barbecue grills and free self parking are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. 

Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. 

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. 

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. 

## Property amenities

### Parking and transportation

- Free self parking on site

### Family friendly

- Playground

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Spices
- Stovetop

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1.5 private bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower

### Living spaces

- Fireplace

### Entertainment

- Books
- DVD player
- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Patio

### Laundry

- Laundry detergent
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Things to do

- Hunting

### 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)

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:00 AM

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[apartment\]

Guests must contact the property for check-in information

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

### Property payment types

## 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

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

### Property is also known as

Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest Cottage

Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest Makanda

## About the area

Makanda is home to this cottage. Blue Sky Vineyards and StarView Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park. [Visit our Makanda travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Makanda.dx129194)

[View more Cottages in Makanda](https://www.expedia.ca/Makanda-Cottages.d129194-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)

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Makanda, IL

### What's nearby

- ![Giant City State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532655802/a941bd45-8b83-4cac-b912-05647c703b65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Giant City State Park  
19 min drive \- 11.5 km
- ![Southern Illinois University](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2248/9b5bcf3c-b257-45df-ada0-2586a8bac9f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Southern Illinois University  
42 min drive \- 30.0 km
- Panther Den Trailhead  
14 min walk \- 1.2 km
- Blue Sky Vineyards  
7 min drive \- 4.2 km
- Lake of Egypt  
24 min drive \- 23.9 km

### Getting around

- Carbondale Station  
43 min drive
- Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)  
35 min drive

### Restaurants

- Giant City Lodge & Restaurant  
36 min drive
- StarView Vineyards  
24 min drive
- Blue Sky Vineyard  
9 min drive
- Bald Knob Room  
36 min drive
- Eagle Ridge Winery  
16 min drive

## Frequently asked questions

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## Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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### 10

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## Reviews

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Wayne

May 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

It was very peaceful and relaxing. 

##### Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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