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Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more. provides amenities like an adjacent golf course and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ￥28,535
￥36,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.

Cabin located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest. Only 2.5 miles from hiking in Giant City Stat Park, 5 minutes to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, minutes from SIU, and Cedar Lake. This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • 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

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino 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
  • Water skiing 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
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Exterior
Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 66 reviews
The price is ￥34,583
￥43,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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: 16
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 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 neighborhood

Map
IL, Makanda

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 Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.?

As of Dec 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more. on Dec 13, 2025 start from ￥28,535, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more. located?

Situated in Makanda, this golf 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).

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Reviews

Stones Throw from Giant City Park, Wineries, Hiking, Biking, Hunting and more. Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful. Great location, close to wineries, Shawnee National Forest, and Giant City State Park and Lodge. Steve was great to work with. Will definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

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

Great place!

This was a great cabin to stay at. Centrally located for the wine trail, close for hikes and easy to get to. Quiet area and relaxing. We would definitely stay here agin and recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Great stay!

This was the perfect location for our stay. Close to campus and close to all the outdoor activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor D T.

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

Great cabin and great location

If you’re traveling to southern Illinois to hike and spend time outside, this cabin is for you. Accommodations were great and the location is close to many parks and hiking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect home base for the wine trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

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

Great place to stay!

We overall enjoyed our stay, very clean and had everything we needed! We did try to get the fireplace going but didnt have any luck with it. We plan to stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Holiday Stay

Second time at this cabin and stay was great. Steve is excellent to communicate with and provides a comfortable home to enjoy our visit. We will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

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

Great place!

We have stayed in Steve’s cabins three times now and always enjoy them. We really liked the extra space and full kitchen in this cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

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

Meet our needs

We enjoyed our stay. We were traveling from WI to FL and this was half way. Everything went well. We hiked nearby and enjoyed a few wineries and a Bourbon Bar nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John B.

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

Home for the holidays

We enjoyed our visit and will probably be returning for next Thanksgiving. Although Makanda is somewhat remote and little to talk about, it was an easy drive to town and we enjoyed the quiet and feeling of privy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dave L.

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

Cabin comfort

Nice clean cabin near wine trail and Granite City.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy, quiet little cabin. Very homey!! So much to do nearby!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great cabin-exactly as advertised

Great location! The cabin isn’t fancy, but it was exactly what we needed and hoped for. Very clean and well-kept. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

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

Nice get-away with everything you need.

Cabin was easy to find and the stay was very quiet. It was peaceful sitting on the back deck and enjoying the surrounding nature with a cold drink in hand. The inside was well furnished, the A/C was cold, and the layout was nice. We went to the nearby trailhead and did some trail running early in the morning, then spent the afternoons in Carbondale or Giant City. We will stay here again, 5 stars. Thx!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Long weekend hiking

Property was centrally located for a weekend full of hiking. Check in was a breeze and the property was as described. The weather was perfect, so we weren’t at the property except to sleep. It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

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

Family bisit

Great stay. Cabin had everything we needed. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

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

Great Cabin!

We really enjoyed staying at this cabin. It was cute and cozy, perfect for my husband and me. There is a nice deck to star gaze or sit in the sunshine. Steve, our host, went above and beyond helping us with the TV as we like to relax in the evening while watching sports. This is a great place to stay and we highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Cute Cabin

Cute clean cabin. We travel a lot and stay in a lot of these. This was clean and had most of the supplies needed to cook. The area it was located in was absolutely beautiful. We’d stay here again 9/10 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna L.

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

Spectacular Getaway place!!

Our stay was exceptional, host great, cottage more than we expected, kitchen well stocked, great central location with a lot to do (wineries, breweries, nice eateries, shopping, farm stands, orchards, hiking sight seeing. But especially nice for us since we stay in quite a bit and cook 99% meals in!! People so friendly— super relaxed stay.....
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica K.

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

Quick trip

Nice accomodations. Everything needed was provided
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

alison b.

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

great spot for famiies

Pretty close to giant city park. Easy in and Out. Great to have room for the kids to play and watch tv in downtime. Lovely sunlight and easy to get fresh air.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

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

Great place

The pictures did not do this cabin justice. Very nice, great location and great host. Highly recommend. Very close to several wineries. We plan to come back next fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Sweet little cabin

The owner gave very concise instructions to reach the property and enter the cabin. Cabin had all the amenities needed for our stay. It was comfortable and clean. I should also say it is a central area for local hiking and wine or beer trail. I will definitely look for this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a nice, beautiful area on a golf course and lake. It was convenient to Giant City Park and access to Carbondale's many restaurant options. Parking at our cabin was a little tight with a small area for three cabin renters to share
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jerry w., Lexington, Illinois

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

Nice!

Everything as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024