Title: Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Cedar Lake - Shawnee Forest! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Cedar Lake - Shawnee Forest! Cabin in Makanda with kitchenette and balcony ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92510000/92505900/92505836/23f9ec5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92510000/92505900/92505836/5134f5f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92510000/92505900/92505836/198e5611.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92510000/92505900/92505836/d8e93a23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92510000/92505900/92505836/186ea39b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Cedar Lake - Shawnee Forest! provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Cedar Lake - Shawnee Forest! Cabin located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest and Shawnee Hills Wine Trail! Only 3 minutes from hiking in Giant City State Park, 5 minutes to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, 6 minutes from SIU, and 8 minutes to Cedar Lake. This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88870000/88869200/88869111/db83638f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! 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Makanda - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=88928399&PinnedHotelID=88928399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 5 Long-term renters welcome 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 and a deadbolt lock 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 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 ## 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%7C37.62210%2C-89.23299&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_LcKCS7wtJyvgFjqrdZ3yuDzrWA=) Makanda, IL #### What's nearby - Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Giant City State Park - 6 min drive - 3.8 km - Southern Illinois University - 8 min drive - 11.8 km - Lake of Egypt - 37 min drive - 43.2 km - Southeast Missouri State University - 53 min drive - 77.4 km #### Getting around - Carbondale Station - 12 min drive - Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Lentz Dining Hall - ‬14 min drive - ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive - ‪Vine Community Church - ‬12 min drive - ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Cedar Lake - Shawnee Forest! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Cedar Lake - Shawnee Forest!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Cedar Lake - Shawnee Forest!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Minutes from Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Cedar Lake - Shawnee Forest! located? > Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. Makanda Boardwalk and Giant City State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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