You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi
Cabin located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest and Shawnee Hills Wine Trail!
Only 3 minutes from hiking in Giant City State Park, 5 minutes to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, 6 minutes from SIU, and 8 minutes to Cedar Lake. This is the perfect base for hiking, visiting wineries, hunting, and enjoying other activities in beautiful Southern IL.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Shawnee National Forest. Free WiFi and a kitchenette are available in the cabin.
Air-conditioned cabin with kitchenette, balcony and living room
Free WiFi
Steps from Shawnee National Forest and 12 minutes by car from Southern Illinois University
Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Makanda cabin is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchenette
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 500 square feet
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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees.
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
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
Minutes to Giant City - SIU - Shawnee Winetrail - Shawnee Forest - Wi-Fi Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 40 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 40 reviews
8 - Good
9
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Ripley N.
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
I was actually switched by the owner to another of his properties, bot a fan at all. The place was clean. Thats about the best i can say.
Ripley N.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Maggie K.
10 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very good location on the wine trail and a cute & cozy cabin! The cabin is a nice alternative to a hotel for a weekend away. There were a few bugs, but nothing too bad and nothing you wouldn’t expect in an area surrounded by woods.
Maggie K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Margaret S.
7 Jul 2025
Margaret S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jim C.
7 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
The place was great for our needs and as advertised. Very near to beautiful hiking and some nice wineries.The bed was not very comfortable, but everything was great.
Jim C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Taylor M.
13 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
This cabin is in a great spot! Very cute and clean. I'd highly recommend it!
It was a great alternative to a standard hotel room.
Lauri
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lynda H.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
This cabin is an awesome spot for hiking and wineries! Very nice
Lynda H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
william k.
3 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Makanda Cabin
Pros: convenient location; quiet; clean cabin; very comfortable
Cons: hard to find in dark of night; not informed of change in entry key code, but quickly solved with phone call to owner.
william k.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen W.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Karen W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chelsea A.
11 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Chelsea A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sean W.
21 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Cabin was clean and comfortable. Host was easy to get in contact with and helpful. Location was great as it was less than 10 minutes to Carbondale but still in a quiet country setting.
Sean W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wanda L.
6 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
We loved this cute, cozy, comfy cabin. Just the right size for a couple - not too big, but not too small either. Very quiet location, wi-fi worked great, comfy bed, water temperature/pressure for the shower was perfect. The entire cabin was very clean. Loved the Americana decor and the small basket of snacks added a nice touch. Looking forward to staying again sometime.
Wanda L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Ray B.
3 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Grateful
Needed a stove!
Ray B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
James S.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
3 days in “Wine Country”
Other than not having a range top the cabin had everything we could ask for! Cleanliness and location were premier.
James S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fawn S.
4 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Second time we have stayed at this cabin. We are very pleased and highly recommend!
Fawn S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel v.
30 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cabin
Scrupulous cleanliness, thick towels and toilet paper, a comfortable bed, Americana decor and a well equipped kitchen lent to a general air of welcome and comfort. We enjoyed the benefit of the kitchenette and grill, walked in the golf course and used the opportunity to see Giant City, the John A. Logan museum in Murphysburo and to lunch in Anna with our son. Steve, the cabin host, was very easy to communicate with as well.
Daniel v.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah H.
11 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Almost spring
The cabin met my expectations and was in a convenient location for what we needed. Thanks!
Sarah H.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tom K.
4 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A great spot for Dirty South Roubaix racers!
Just 15mins from Alto Pass was perfect. We had a cozy stay in the Merica themed cabin, quiet, clean & pet friendly. Great communication from the host made our stay easy & stress free.
Tom K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
David S., Decatur, Illinois
21 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Just Right
The cabin was nice. It had enough room for me to relax in after a day with family or in Shawnee National Forest. The area felt very safe and there was no ouside noise. I will stay there again.