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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
On the beach
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Shawnee National Forest
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Balcony
On beach
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Internet
Explore the area
Marion, IL
Shawnee National Forest
Place, Shawnee National Forest
1 min walk
Lake of Egypt
Place, Lake of Egypt
4 min drive
Southern Illinois University
Place, Southern Illinois University
30 min drive
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
17 min drive
Where you'll sleep
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Living area
1 Double Futon and 1 Crib
Lower Bedroom
1 Single Bunk Bed
Upper Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Upper Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Private Setting In Easy To Get To Cabin Near The Hub Of The Universe
Newer cabin located on semi-private road. It has 3 bedrooms (2 with queen size beds and one with a twin-over-full bunk bed). It also has a full euro style sleeper futon in the living area. Easily sleeps 8 people assuming couples use the 2 queen\2 full beds. Two full bathrooms with towels and hairdryers.
Equipped kitchen with eat in dining area (seats 8). Appliances include refrigerator (with ice maker), stove, dishwasher, toaster, microwave, garbage disposal, Keurig coffee maker, pots\pans and utensils. Large 50" LED TV in living space with Roku and internet (Wi-Fi). Washer\Dryer, iron, and ironing board. Full length upper deck and lower patio with gas grill.
Cabin sits on ~1 acre water front lot with a beach and boat dock. There is plenty of parking space. For an additional cost there is also a camper space outfitted with water/electrical/sewer.
We are Centrally located and near the I24/I57 junction (~3 miles from x45 on I-57). In addition to sitting lake front on the Lake of Egypt, local attractions are the Shawnee National Forest, Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge, Shawnee Hills Wine trail (11 vineyards), Walkers Bluff vineyard and event center, Southern Illinois University, John A Logan College. Besides the Lake of Egypt this property is also near Rend, Crab Orchard, Little Grassy and Devils Kitchen Lakes. Local state parks are Ferne Clyffe, Giant City and Garden of the Gods. Casinos in Metropolis and Cape Girardeau are approximately 1 hour away as is Paducah, KY with it's thriving arts community.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place dirty linens and towels in the laundry room.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Place garbage bags (tied) in the blue trash cans at the end of Adams Ct. Please ensure containers are closed and tied down to avoid wildlife mess.
Use of kayaks\paddleboat at users own risk. Lifejackets (required) supplied by user. Please return items to proper location. Lily pad on beach.
2x Camping hook up (power/water/sewer) available at extra charge. Contact owner.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1149282vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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
About the area
Marion
Located in Marion, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. Kokopelli Golf Club and Blue Sky Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Ferne Clyffe State Park. Marion Cultural and Civic Center and Oasis Sports Complex are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
Southern Illinois University - 30 min drive - 46.6 km
Getting around
Carbondale Station - 39 min drive
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Acee's Neighborhood Market & Deli - 11 min drive
Wendy's - 8 min drive
Tommy Macks Marina - 10 min drive
Whiffle Boys Pizza - 14 min drive
Subway - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Private Setting In Easy To Get To Cabin Near The Hub Of The Universe pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Private Setting In Easy To Get To Cabin Near The Hub Of The Universe?
As of 28 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Setting In Easy To Get To Cabin Near The Hub Of The Universe on 3 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,099, including 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 at Private Setting In Easy To Get To Cabin Near The Hub Of The Universe?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private Setting In Easy To Get To Cabin Near The Hub Of The Universe?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Setting In Easy To Get To Cabin Near The Hub Of The Universe?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Private Setting In Easy To Get To Cabin Near The Hub Of The Universe located?
Situated on the beach, this cabin is steps from Shawnee National Forest and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Lake of Egypt. Goreville City Hall and Goreville City Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
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We absolutely loved our stay! The location was fantastic and the house was wonderful. One of the beds was super soft and squeaky. Everything was great and we’d love to come back!
Great property and very clean as well as nicely equipped. A little bit of a distance from grocery stores etc., but not far just plan ahead.Checking in was simple and straight forward and communication was easy with the host.
I loved staying here! Calm, peaceful, and relaxing. Beautiful views from this nice 3 bedroom cabin. Very well maintained and stocked well for cooking with plenty of pots and pans for cooking. Would definitely stay again!
This was an amazing cabin to stay at. It came with one adult kayak and 3 kid kayaks which made for a fun time. It had a sandy beach entry that lead into the lake which was highly used! We definitely jumped off the dock more times than we can count. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed and then some. The wildlife was active which included deer, turtles, birds, squirrels, and even a tortoise!The beds and pillows were super comfy (though one was super squeaky) and the sheets were so soft. Thank you so much for a great stay!
Beautiful, clean home in a beautiful setting on a hill, & on the water. Met the owners, very nice & offering if we needed anything. Everything at the home was furnished & nice. Had a great stay!!
The cabin was very clean, with an inviting atmosphere both inside and out. My wife and I stayed there while also visiting her mother in Marion, and some friends were able to visit us at the cabin as well, with lots of comfortable seating.
We recently stayed here for a week and overall had a wonderful vacation. We would definitely consider renting this property again, especially if we were able to rent both neighboring houses for a larger family gathering with grandparents and cousins.A few things that future guests may find helpful:* The kitchen is stocked and has both a full-size coffee maker as well as a crock pot.* There are both charcoal and gas grills available.* Walmart in Marion delivers groceries, and there’s a Dollar General about 10 minutes away for anything you forget.* The air conditioning worked exceptionally well, even during hot weather.* The beach is stocked with three youth sit-on-top kayaks, one adult sit-on-top kayak, one adult sit-inside kayak, a paddle boat, a large lily pad, plus plenty of paddles and life jackets.*Be sure to ask if there will be any construction going on or large family gatherings in the house next door as that impacts the privacy and usability of the beach and fire pit areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
About the host
Hosted by Scott Shawmeker
Mary Ann and I retired a few years ago and are now more about enjoying our life and especially our 5 grandbabies.
Why they chose this property
This property has been in my family since 1901. Before there was a lake it was my great Grandfathers farm. The surrounding property and across the lake were a part of the 85 acre property. In 1963-ish, as the lake was being created the farm was parceled out were each of the Adams children received a lot (hence Adams Acres) and the property beneath the lake and across was sold. The cabin is located on my Uncle Denny's lot that briefly was owned outside of the family. We were able to purchase it and build the cabin in exactly the same spot and footprint of his original cabin.
What makes this property unique
The cabin at Adams Acres offers close proximity to the local highways (Interstates 24 & 57 and Illinois routes 37 & 148) are a few minutes away. The home is newer (built in 2016) with the express purpose of being a short stay cabin for people visiting Southern Illinois...including my family. We did our best to insure the place includes the creature comforts of a home with the solitude and privacy of a lakeside cabin. There is a dock, private beach (shared with our home next door), kayaks and peddle boat for recreation. There is also a fire pit down by the water for night time fun.
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