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A large outdoor area with a pond, several wooden cabins, and a road.

1. Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois

Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois
3.0 star property
Murphysboro
The price is CA $168
CA $329 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Pet Friendly! Couples Retreat in Southern Illinois
A cabin with a porch, two chairs, and a covered grill area.

2. Whispering Oaks - Cozy cabin in the woods

Whispering Oaks - Cozy cabin in the woods
Bluford
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"We had a great time ,very quiet and serene."
United States
Richard H.
The price is CA $170
CA $263 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Whispering Oaks - Cozy cabin in the woods
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.

3. The Lab! Come stay in our brand new space.

The Lab! Come stay in our brand new space.
Murphysboro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"We enjoyed our visit"
United States
Tim P.
The price is CA $170
CA $276 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The Lab! Come stay in our brand new space.
A rustic log cabin with a green roof, surrounded by dense greenery and a calm pond.

4. A Little Slice Of Heaven

A Little Slice Of Heaven
Marion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"Loved our stay! "
United States
Michael
The price is CA $196
CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
A Little Slice Of Heaven
A wooden cabin with a green door, a number '2' sign, a small porch with a wooden railing, and a wall-mounted lantern.

5. 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!

3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!
Makanda
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable stay"
United States
Alison K.
The price is CA $144
CA $257 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a dining table with chairs.

6. Charming 2-bedroom apartment with AC, WiFi in tranquil Benton

Charming 2-bedroom apartment with AC, WiFi in tranquil Benton
Benton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Perfect"
United States
Lane
The price is CA $140
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Charming 2-bedroom apartment with AC, WiFi in tranquil Benton
An open-plan office with exposed brick walls, wooden floors, and large windows.

7. The Exchange. Cozy Studio., XCHNG Studio

The Exchange. Cozy Studio., XCHNG Studio
Effingham
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Wonderful place, love the location. "
United States
Dawn K.
The price is CA $149
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Exchange. Cozy Studio., XCHNG Studio
A cozy living room with a dark green wall, a wooden chair with a white macrame throw, a potted plant, and a framed picture.

8. Luxury 1BR/BA Loft in the Heart of Downtown Marshall

Luxury 1BR/BA Loft in the Heart of Downtown Marshall
Marshall
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"It was beautifully decorated and had everything that you would need for a stay away from home. "
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $196
CA $293 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Luxury 1BR/BA Loft in the Heart of Downtown Marshall
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and various framed pictures.

9. Pine Cabin #3 on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus

Pine Cabin #3 on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus
Carbondale
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (156 reviews)
"Great place to get away while still being close enough to town"
United States
Travis S.
Pine Cabin #3 on 30 Acres! 1 mi. from Carbondale, IL & SIUC Campus
A wooden cabin entrance with a welcome sign, a small table with a lamp and flowers, and a woven mat on the floor.

10. Vintage Charmer on Main Street

Vintage Charmer on Main Street
Greenup
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"Great stay !"
United States
chris H.
The price is CA $124
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Vintage Charmer on Main Street
A rustic wooden console table with a mirror, a small plant, and a bird figurine.

11. The Tinley House. Close to hiking, hunting. Bike trail and hospital, shopping

The Tinley House. Close to hiking, hunting. Bike trail and hospital, shopping
Harrisburg
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"It was convenient having a garage for our car and luckily our car is small, because it barely fit. Nonetheless, a great feature. The place was clean, quaint, and adequate for the two of us. It was decorated to feel very homey. I recommend this as an option to stay if you are in the Harrisburg, Shawnee National Forest area."
United States
Shirley
The price is CA $126
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
The Tinley House. Close to hiking, hunting. Bike trail and hospital, shopping
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and decorative wall shelves.

12. Tiny Cabin in the Woods - Firepit - just off I-70 - Pets Welcome!

Tiny Cabin in the Woods - Firepit - just off I-70 - Pets Welcome!
Mulberry Grove
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Went to visit kids who live in the area. Normally we get a hotel but decided to try doing something different. This was so much better than hotels and plan to go back next time we are down."
United States
Julie
The price is CA $176
CA $305 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Tiny Cabin in the Woods - Firepit - just off I-70 - Pets Welcome!
A two-story wooden house with a porch, a welcome sign, and a sliding glass door.

13. Hunter's Retreat

Hunter's Retreat
Christopher
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"We had a great stay, thank you!"
United States
Meg H.
The price is CA $175
CA $296 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Hunter's Retreat
A hot tub with a person relaxing in it, surrounded by a forest view.

14. Treehouse w/ Hot Tub near Shawnee National Forest

Treehouse w/ Hot Tub near Shawnee National Forest
Marion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"The Blonde is very well kept, the host is very communacative, friendly, and helpful. We enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Elizabeth M.
The price is CA $210
CA $354 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Treehouse w/ Hot Tub near Shawnee National Forest
A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a lake, surrounded by trees and grassy areas.

15. Lake & Oaks Hideaway- Hidden Cabin on Private Lake

Lake & Oaks Hideaway- Hidden Cabin on Private Lake
Waltonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Beautiful all the way around!"
United States
Colleen G.
The price is CA $161
CA $315 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Lake & Oaks Hideaway- Hidden Cabin on Private Lake
A room with a wooden barn door, a dining area with blue chairs, and a washing machine in the background.

16. The Clark: Where Superheroes Sleep!

The Clark: Where Superheroes Sleep!
Metropolis
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"This property is amazing and the attention to detail is fantastic. We had a super stay and hope to come back soon!"
United States
Mallory H.
The price is CA $149
CA $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Clark: Where Superheroes Sleep!
A brick house with a white door, a mailbox, and a wooden porch.

17. Brickway Retreat

Brickway Retreat
Mattoon
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Great place for a stay. Nice amenities and very clean. Would absolutely stay again"
United States
Kevin F.
The price is CA $154
CA $241 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Brickway Retreat
A spacious room with a brick wall, a large bed, a ceiling fan, and two wicker lamps.

18. Unique loft in historic downtown

Unique loft in historic downtown
Vandalia
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Beautiful loft, great place to stay!!"
United States
Sara
The price is CA $108
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Unique loft in historic downtown
A living room with a black leather sofa, a coffee table, and a floor lamp. There is a kitchen visible through an open doorway.

19. Next door to Wildlife Mgmt Area. Full kitchen, washer/dryer.

Next door to Wildlife Mgmt Area. Full kitchen, washer/dryer.
Kevil
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (83 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay while we went to the AQS quilt show in Paducah. "
United States
Curt K.
The price is CA $164
CA $205 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Next door to Wildlife Mgmt Area. Full kitchen, washer/dryer.
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A bar area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and hanging light fixtures.
Drury Plaza Hotel Mt. Vernon

Drury Plaza Hotel Mt. Vernon

Drury Plaza Hotel Mt. Vernon
Mount Vernon

10/10 Excellent

Excellent hotel. Both breakfast and the free supper were great. Friendly staff. Clean, well maintained property. The pool is a bit boring, especially if the divider is closed. Pool is 3 ft deep on both ends, and 5 ft in the middle.
Canada
Christina
Reviewed September 29, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Mt. Vernon

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