You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Waterfront Next to Egyptian Hills Marina and KOA!
SUMMARY: Beautiful 4 bedroom house located right next to Egyptian Hills Resort and Marina and new KOA campground. The dock has a ladder so you can easily swim and kayak with our 2 kayaks. The next door marina offers food, drinks and entertainment regularly on weekends throughout the summer.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: * 1 King Bed in Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom in lower level * 1 Twin Bed; 1 bunk bed; 1 pull-out twin in 2nd bedroom in lower level * 1 King Bed in 3nd bedroom in main level * 1 King Bed in 4rth bedroom in main level
THE LAYOUT Main Level: * Full Bath * Living Room with Smart TV * Kitchen & Dining Area for 10 * Walkout Upper Deck * Bedroom with king bed * Bedroom with king bed * Washer/Dryer
Lower Level: * Master bedroom with king bed and ensuite bathroom * Bedroom with 1 twin; 1 bunk bed; 1 pull-out twin (pull out from under bunk bed, stays ground level) * Full bathroom * Walkout Patio and sidewalk to dock * Living room with gas fireplace and Smart TV
OUTDOORS: * Outside decking areas and fire pit for relaxation * Weed removal completed in fall 2021 * New ladder installed in 2021 for swimming off dock * 2 Kayaks for your enjoyment * Cleats on either side of dock to tie on own boat.
MORE INFORMATION: * Egyptian Hills Resort and Marina next door- $30 ramp/boat launch fee * Pyramid Acres Marina 10 minute drive- $5 ramp/boat launch fee * Just 15 min drive to Marion * Close to hiking in the Shawnee National Forest, Ferne Clyffe State Park, Giant City State Park * Close to biking trails at Tunnel Hill Bike Trail, and mountain biking at the new Touch of Nature bike trail * Each guest receives a personalized online Welcome Guide immediately upon booking- so you can plan your trip with all of our personal recommendations of places to go and things to do.
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM. Rental agreement is required with ID verification. Pet Policy: 1 pet limit. $100 per stay (not per night). Dogs only Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels. Guests not staying overnight are welcomed. Loud, disruptive parties are not. BYO Beach Towels. We provide bath towels BYO Life Vests HIGHLY encouraged to ensure proper size. Firewood is available for purchase.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Shawnee National Forest. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Amenities include laundry facilities
Steps from Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt
As a guest of Waterfront Next to Egyptian Hills Marina and KOA!, 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: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: No smoking indoors. Fees for violations.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Birdwatching 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
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,400 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Rental agreement must be signed within 48 hours of booking or the reservation will be cancelled.
This includes an ID upload to prevent identity fraud.
Absolutely no smoking of any kind indoors including but not limited to all tobacco products and marijuana. $100 charge for smoke odor.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: Dogs only, maximum of 2. Pets must be disclosed be
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking indoors. Fees for violations.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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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Waterfront Next to Egyptian Hills Marina and KOA! Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
keith c.
6 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Place was great. Plenty of beds, great size kitchen table, swimming off the dock was awesome . Perfect vacation
keith c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary B.
31 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We had everything we needed for a great family weekend!
Mary B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa B.
6 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacay
Fun trip. House was very accommodating and lived well for us with multiple family groups coming together for a fun time on the lake.
Lisa B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angie F.
26 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Angie F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Natalie H.
23 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
The closeness to the KOA really made this feel like a vacation. Great location, great dock, clean place. Will return.
Natalie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diana T.
2 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Well equipped
Really pretty property with several amenities to make your stay enjoyable. Cozy and comfortable and felt like a home rather than a rental. We hosted some local family for a cookout and had everything we needed to prepare a big dinner. Neighbors were very friendly. The kayaks were a great addition as well.
Diana T.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Samantha B.
2 Jun 2025
Samantha B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Trish B.
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Trish and family
Great time. Wonderful place. Property owner was awesome.
Trish B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paula B.
16 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A Week at the Lake
Every summer the family takes a week to go fishing, swimming, boating, and floating. Pharoah's Retreat was a good choice this year. Plenty of room, nice dock, and a great recommendation for a pontoon boat. Caught fish, swam at the dock, and wandered the area. Great time had by all.
Paula B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Harriet K.
5 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
The house was perfect for my family. Plenty of room and very comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. Beautiful and clean. We would definitely rent again.
Harriet K.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robin H.
24 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Family Time at Egypt Lake
We booked Egypt Lake Cabin for my father's 90th Birthday. It's almost 1/2 way for each family to meet for this special occasion.
We loved this house/cabin. Very spacious, very clean, with a full main level and another lower level with a complete living room, and walk out door that leads down to the lake. My husband enjoyed several days of fishing, catching large bass and more blue gill then he could count. He loved it!
There is plenty to do in the area, for shopping, Marion is about 20 minutes away, small grocery store in Goreville, State Park within 20 minutes. There is a KOA Campground less than one block away, for extended family. There are lots of places to walk, and the cabin had two kayaks for guests to use.
We are hoping to make this an annual trip. We have stayed at several VRBO's throughout the years and this one is right on the top of the list. We would not hesitate to recommend it to family and friends.
Robin H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Todd F.
23 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Peacefull
Great place to stay.
Todd F.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katina Y.
11 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We enjoyed our time fishing, boating, and swimming (in October!). The house was comfortable and big enough for our group of nine.
Katina Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrick S.
2 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake House
Very nice place and great location.
Patrick S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim B.
29 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Celebrating my parents
My mom and dad lived on the lake. We came back as a celebration of them.
Kim B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
cindy O., Collierville
2 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
5 adults and 4 children stayed here and there was plenty of room for all. The bunk room was nice for the kids. The beds were all comfortable, the kitchen was very nice, and bathrooms were updated. Having the pontoon boat available was a perk as well. We rented it two days.
Communication with Allison was awesome!!! She got back with me quickly if I had any questions. I especially loved the link for the app that gives you wonderful information about the house and area. Will definitely stay here again and rent with this company!
cindy O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Beth R., East Lansing, MI
5 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Trip
Great location on Lake of Egypt! The house is an open floor plan which we enjoyed. The two decks also made for great relaxing areas. The beds were comfortable, bedrooms had plenty of closet space. The cabinet space in the kitchen was amazing! Everything was clean upon arrival. Thank you for a comfortable stay!
Beth R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
mary ellen c.
5 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully Renovated House on the Lake of Egypt.
House was very clean and the location was nice. We were there in the offseason but were lucky enough to have a pontoon boat day. We were able to enjoy the kayaks too. Great little spring break! Thank you Allison for your quick responses to our inquiries. Highly recommend this getaway escape!
mary ellen c.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ginger J., Glendale
21 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Last minute trip. House was very clean and had proper kitchen and bedding. Host responded immediately ! Very helpful during our stressful situation.
Ginger J.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Lori T.
16 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls’ Weekend
Good experience!
Lori T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Jay B.
8 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great lakeside home.
Our family celebrates our Christmas in July at the lake each year. This year we chose this property to house our kids and grandkids all in one place. This became the gathering spot for our entire weekend. It worked out very well. The amount of space was perfect. The kitchen and dining area are perfect for a large group. We highly recommend.
Jay B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Andy E.
27 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation
A group of 3 couples stayed at the propoerty. It was very large with a very convenient pontoon rental onsite. 3 king beds with 3 full bathrooms was a key feature. We would book again
Andy E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paul J.
26 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed Our Stay at Pharaoh’s Retreat.
The house was roomy and clean. Allison was very responsive. Great location. The internet service was spotty, however, and cellular reception wasn’t great either. Nevertheless, we had a wonderful time.
Paul J.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lori D., Plainfield
24 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Time
We had an amazing stay. The house was perfect for my family and stocked with everything we needed to make meals and enjoy our time together. Having the boat available to rent made our stay even more fun!! The owner was great and communication with her was easy and she was very responsive when we needed to ask questions.
The welcome packet helped us find a great little beach to visit too!!
Lori D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brooke O., Illinois, USA
22 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
The house was perfectly sized and equipped for our combined family getaway! The boys enjoyed fishing and playing in the yard! The property manager was always available for quick answers to questions!
Thank you!