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Luxurious 2BR Creekside Deckhouse w Saltwater Hot Tub

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A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.
A kitchen with a modern design, featuring a marble countertop, a built-in sink, and a window above the sink.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There is a kitchen area in the background with a dining table and chairs.
A cabin with a wooden deck and stairs leading to a covered porch.
A campfire in a wooded area with a building in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Carbondale, IL
  • Place, Giant City State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Campground Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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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.

Luxurious 2BR Creekside Deckhouse w Saltwater Hot Tub

Spring is perfect for hiking, bonfires and S’mores! Relax in the Caldera Spa Hot Tub after a long day of hiking. Minutes from wine trails, Giant City State Park, lakes and SIU! Open floor plan, gourmet kitchen, top of the line appliances, spa like bathroom, designer lighting. Oversized covered deck overlooking your own creek adds additional living and chilling space. Bedrooms include adjustable beds and dimmable touch lamps with charging stations. You may just want to stay on the property and chill! Check out the photos to see more! Read our reviews! So close to everything but so removed from the hustle and bustle! FYI, we have an exterior camera that monitors the driveway and steps leading to the home. Winter months are my personal favorite months for hiking and outdoor activities! Cool and crisp, the many rock formations are exposed and bonfires and a hot tub add the perfect ending to a day outdoors!
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Shawnee National Forest. A gym, a hot tub, and laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • Steps from Shawnee National Forest and 12 minutes by car from Southern Illinois University
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub and a fitness center. This vacation home also features barbecue grills and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

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.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Hunting or dressing of deer prohibited on property. Storage of carcass must be secured.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Luxurious 2BR Creekside Deckhouse w Saltwater Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic locations and cabin. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful place! Fully equipped kitchen, great host, the deck adds so much living space! A great place to come home to after a long day hiking or vineyard-hopping.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and the best owners! Loved the location for the winerys and parks. The hot tub was a major highlight of the property. Ann was excellent at communication and had suggestions of local establishments. If you are in the area. A must stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Van N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend. Property was even nicer than the pictures show. The cabin had everything we needed and the host was prompt with answering any question I had. Definitely plan on staying here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, quiet porch and well equiped space. No dishwasher in the kitchen, but everything else was there. Really appreciated the washer / dryer!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin & Sherry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful and relaxing. Perfect place to hang out after hiking all day.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin—really a guesthouse—is well-stocked and very comfortable: there are loads of blankets, pillows, coffee, spices, and cute decor. It was a great location for folks looking to explore the western portion of Shawnee Nat’l Forest, Shawnee Wine Trail wineries, state parks, & nearby towns. Ann was super responsive and offered helpful recommendations. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Was stocked with absolutely everything you may need and my wife loved the decor. Many great little touches and conveniently located near SIU and the wine trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray and Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

This is our second time staying here and we will always stay here when we come to visit if it's available. The setting is perfect and so are the accommodations. It just feels like home, only better!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEAUTIFUL

Beautiful place to stay!! Quiet and peaceful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tchalla J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was absolutely amazing! A hidden gem. The space is beautiful. The owner put so much thought into the decor. The place was clean and provided all the essentials we needed and more. We will definitely be back and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thom G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

What a wonderful place for a getaway. Beautiful cabin with everything you could ask for. Very quiet and peaceful, just what we needed. Would definitely stay again if we are ever back to the area. Great hosts and communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECT! We loved our time at this home! Comfortable and beautifully decorated. I could move in! :) Great girls' reunion weekend! Host is great. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Our family stayed over graduation weekend. Location was so convenient, near campus as well as the wineries. Cabin is clean and as described.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

The house is clean and well kept. Mrs. Ann is a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, Relaxing Home

This retreat was absolutely lovely. We did not want to leave. Gorgeous decor, relaxing views on the deck, comfortable beds, everything you could need in the kitchen, and it just has a cozy feel. Next time I travel to Carbondale, I’ll be sure to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Even though our Salukis could not get the win we enjoyed our stay again. Property is awesome. Better than advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wine trail

Excellent and I would recommend this property for wine Trail, and nature experiences. Gracious host
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

The house was great. Clean and updated. Location was great. Quiet with the deck overlooking a forest in back. Quite a bit of wildlife. Absolutely no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great long weekend

My wife and I had a great long weekend here. The cabin was perfect for us. It was clean and in a wonderful location. It’s secluded but within east driving distance to the wineries and Giant City State Park. We are already discussing our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

The property was beautiful and exactly as described. We appreciated all of the thoughtful, detailed, and luxurious touches that the host has added. The location is fantastic, close to SIU and close to trails and natural beauty. The kids especially enjoyed the creek and fire pit on site! Thank you for having such a beautiful place where we could create family memories. We are already planning a return visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray and Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

This is a really beautiful place! We didn’t want to leave. Private, beautifully decorated, comfortable. The deck is a great addition.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful home and host

Of the many properties I've stayed at this is the best ever. The home itself is beautiful and well appointed. It's location in the woods is quiet and peaceful. The host Ann is readily available for any need or question.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jameson M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Nature Retreat

Very impressed with this lovely house. The place was immaculate and had everything we could need. The view of the creek and forest were delightful. A perfect place to get away and relax while still being just a short drive from town. The host was very responsive and easy to communicate with. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

Lovely home! We loved this property. The location was perfect for us. Quiet and peaceful with a beautiful porch facing the woods and a little creek. The home is spotless, well designed, and beautifully decorated. The host was super responsive and easy to work with when we wanted to extend a day on our stay. A great cabin for visiting the area, tucked away and private, but very close to wineries, recreation areas and SIU. Perfect for a romantic getaway, family trip or parents visiting students. The home is well stocked with all you could need. Will definitely stay again when we are visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024