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Escape to Serenity @ "The Grove" 5 star Favorite!

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A wooden cabin with a porch, a table with chairs, and a door leading to the interior.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden cabin with a porch, a welcome sign, and a gravel driveway.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with seating.
A dining table set with white plates, bowls, and glasses, a wooden fruit basket, and a view of greenery through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Marion, IL
  • Place, The Pavillion
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Marion Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Kokopelli Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪8 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.

Escape to Serenity @ "The Grove" 5 star Favorite!

Welcome to The Grove, your ideal retreat in Marion, Illinois! Located at the west end of Marion, nestled in a serene wooded area, this cabin offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, being just under 5 minutes from the new Oasis Sports Complex and Kokopelli Golf Course, situated in the heart of Marion. The Grove is also less than 5 minutes away from Herrin, a neighboring town. SIU University is also less than a 20 minute drive, making this location perfect for our guests!

Accommodating up to six guests, The Grove features three cozy bedrooms, including two twin beds, a queen bed, and a king bed, ensuring a comfortable stay for families or couples looking to unwind. Each bedroom is thoughtfully equipped with a smart TV and ceiling fans for your convenience.

After a day of exploring, come back to relax in this peaceful setting. Enjoy the nearby Kokopelli Golf Course and the new Oasis Sports Complex (opening in the summer of 2025), both just minutes away. You'll also find a variety of dining options in the area, making it easy to sample the local flavors. Embrace the best of both worlds at The Grove—your home away from home!

The Grove is located on our families farmland. You may see us from time to time, bailing hay or working on the property to ensure it's in top shape. We are very careful not to disturb our guests and allow them to fully enjoy their stay!

Important Tips Before Your Stay

A set up package of 4 rolls of toilet paper, 1 roll of paper towels, 4 dishwasher pods, and 4 Free and Clear laundry pods are provided for each booking. All sheets, blankets, comforters, pillowcases, and throw blankets are laundered with free and clear laundry detergent. All items, used or unused, are laundered every time the home is rented.

Once your booking is accepted, we will send you a short-term rental agreement that is to be reviewed and signed within 24 hours of your accepted reservation. It is the renter's responsibility to ensure that all guests abide by the house polices outlined in the agreement.

The Grove has a strict no-smoking and vaping policy inside the home, on the porches, and near the home. There is a designated smoking location under the carport with a receptacle. The home is made of cedar, which easily soaks in smells, making future non-smoking guests' stays unpleasant. If you or your guests smoke or vape, there are several homes in the area with more lax smoking policies. Thank you.

***Please be aware that this property uses outdoor Ring Doorbells and outdoor Ring Floodlights for security purposes.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to The Pavillion. Features include laundry facilities. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 9 minutes by car from Deaconess Illinois Medical Center and 9 minutes from Sih Herrin Hospital
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing 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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

Once your booking is accepted, you will have 24 hours to sign the lease (we will send you in the app) and submit your government issued photo I.D.
If you do not sign and submit the lease and your government issued I.D., within 24 hours, your booking will be canceled.
Only Guest with a 4 star or Higher Vrbo rating may book. Request below 4 Stars will be declined. Short term Lease Agreement must be Signed

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children are welcome at this property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

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.

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Escape to Serenity @ "The Grove" 5 star Favorite! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 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 review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was outstanding. Amenities were comfy and felt like home.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhyan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time staying at this location and it never disappoints! Super clean, simple coordinations, and the host have incredible attention to detail! Amazing location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host were amazing people, the location was perfect for our needs and the environment was tranquil and quiet. While we live 5 hours away we will make plans to come back just to stay here. Thank you so much for a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay with my family at this beautiful cabin! Melissa was great at communicating. She made us feel welcomed and comfortable at the cabin. The cabin was very cozy and clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was the best. Not far from town and super clean. The farleys made our stay perfect. It couldnt have been any better
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhyan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The entire experience was amazing! Exceptional host who had everything ready early and provided a clean, warm and welcoming experience. Accommodations were accurately depicted in the photos and written description. Highly recommend this quiet, private, and spacious getaway that was close to all the local amenities with the feel of country charm.
Kitchen
Dining room
Living room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Perfect getaway

The house is beautifully decorated and the host made everything perfect for our stay! Checking in was super easy and communication with Melissa was so perfect. We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vaportrai1s

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very welcoming and clean with a lot of amenities . We celebrated my granddaughters birthday there and when we walked in the door they had a bouquet of balloons and snacks waiting for us . We were very appreciative of the kindness . Definitely a recommend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

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

Cozy and comfortable

We had a wonderful stay—it truly felt like a home away from home. The property was comfortable, relaxing, and had everything we needed. It was also in a convenient location, making it easy to get to all the places we wanted to visit in the area
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was amazing! Great location, very clean, spacious, and amazing communication with the host Melissa. She went above and beyond on everything possible. We will be sure to keep the home saved for future trips to the area. Strongly recommend slaying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

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

Stay

It was a very nice quiet location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edie F.

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

Amazing country cabin

Cute cabin on beautiful property with lots of wildlife. In the country but still close to town. Our family loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karoline V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was amazing. Easily one of the best experiences like this with a private home rental. The place is perfect, clean, has everything you would need. Great for kids! The hosts are sooo friendly and had so many great recommendations and surprises for my kids!! It was wonderful and highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’ll begin by saying that this is by far one of the best rental experiences I’ve ever had. The hospitality and communication with the host was incredible! The extra “touches” of pride taken by them in their property were extremely impressive. Their precious daughter even left us welcoming basket with snacks and a beautiful little note. We were in town to seek housing for my son who is beginning medical school nearby. I have already decided that this will be my “go-to” residence when I’m in southern Illinois to visit! Thoroughly impressed!! The high ratings are definitely warranted.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is lovely, welcoming, and pristine. The grounds are quiet and peaceful. Everything you need is there. As amazing as this cabin is, it’s the hosts that really put it over the top. They are helpful, generous, and very knowledgeable about the area and the attractions it offers. You can’t go wrong with this listing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luke A.

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

Very peaceful

Very nice house tucked away where it’s quiet. House has a nice layout for families with small kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Cozy but Roomy Secluded Cabin

Great spot - cabin secluded in the woods but close to town. Very clean, plenty of room for six of us. All decorated for Christmas! Hosts were very friendly and attentive!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gina R.

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

Nice and quiet

It was clean and the furniture was very comfy. The tvs in every room was also nice. It could use some extra blankets in the closet, and also maybe some outdoor seating around the fireplace outside.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lisa a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fantastic place to call “home” for the week. The location was central to all of my family locally and the driveway was big enough to fit their trucks! The yard had ample space for my nieces and nephews to play games. The wildlife in the field out back was a bonus! Everyone really enjoyed themselves and we can’t wait to come back!
Big grill for making family dinner
Strawberry moon!
Back field where we saw lots of deer!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

Marion Illinois Canin

The cabin is beautiful and spacious. The location is quiet and serene in a woodsy environment. The owners of the property are very nice. The check-in process was easy and we enjoyed our stay very much. We had a 3 and 4 year old and the owners left us a gift of s’mores to make for kids out by the fire pit. It was a big hit with the children. I would highly recommend this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!! This house is tucked back in the woods on a beautiful piece of property. The outside of the house is very warm and inviting. The inside is exactly as the photos on the website. It is beautiful inside. Everything was very clean. They provided everything a person would need or if they forgot to bring. The check in process was very easy. Melissa, was extremely easy to work with during our booking, checking in and checking out. The location is close to town. We will definitely book again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

Perfect getaway at THE GROVE, close to SIU

The Grove was the perfect stay for our extended family for our son's graduation at SIU. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen was perfect with all supplies, and the living area was great for reclining and reading a book. We loved the peaceful property and seeing the deer and song birds (pee wee, indigo bunting) each day. The porch swing is a nice place to relax, drink coffee, and watch the world go by. Melissa and Ryan were the perfect hosts. We highly recommend this escape to serenity.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay D.

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

A splendid TREAT of a Retreat

The Grove is perfect in every way. This home is pristine and so incredibly clean and comfortable. The owners have thought of everything and outfitted the residence with quality furnishings, ample and comfortable furniture, bedding and linens! It is incredibly well-equipped with every excellent quality amenity to make your stay simply perfect. You feel like you’re in a world all to your own, but paved roads will quickly lead you to many stores and restaurants just minutes away. It truly is a gem and someplace we will stay when we travel home to visit family! It absolutely feels like home, away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Hospitality at it's finest!

We came to visit family and found The Grove. The photos don't do it justice. The property was beautiful and the house was everything we needed. The house was impeccably clean which made my clean-freak heart happy. We have already made arrangements to stay again in the spring when we come back. The hosts were just lovely. They had great communication and made us feel so welcome. Great job, guys! We will see you in April.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024