Title: Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest - 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 # Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest Cottage in Makanda with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest (Makanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94970000/94962900/94962830/5a5931a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest (Makanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94970000/94962900/94962830/a04b248d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest (Makanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94970000/94962900/94962830/72ca781f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest (Makanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94970000/94962900/94962830/74731f70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest (Makanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94970000/94962900/94962830/2490a13e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - 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 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. ### Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest Cottage in Makanda with kitchen and patio 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 - Limited onsite self parking ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117040000/117036800/117036792/6c5412ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic Farm Cottage on 800-Acre Orchard Alto Pass - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews CA $245 CA $302 total includes taxes & fees Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=117036792&PinnedHotelID=117036792&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103970000/103967200/103967134/6d345fc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Anna Home Near Southern Illinois Attractions! 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful Makanda Cabin in Shawnee National Forest 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 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 ## 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)