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Spacious Getaway 5 Mins to Garden of the Gods

Holiday home with a hot tub, steps from Shawnee National Forest

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Elizabethtown Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2BA | 2,300 Sq Ft | Step-Free Entry
Family Room | Free WiFi | Central A/C & Heating
Dining Area & Kitchen
100-Acre Property
Deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Shawnee National Forest
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Trailhead

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Additional Sleeping (Family Room)

2 Single Beds

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Spacious Getaway 5 Mins to Garden of the Gods

100-Acre Property | Pet-Friendly (No Fee) | Access Ramp at Front Door | Sunrise/Sunset Views

Looking for a secluded home base for your family's next adventure? This Elizabethtown vacation rental is the perfect launchpad for fun and relaxation! After a day of hiking, return to the 4-bedroom, 2-bath property, 'Walnut Hill House', to enjoy the huge yard, outdoor dining, and wood-burning stove. Book now to secure this spot for your group stay in Southern Illinois — a tranquil escape for everyone!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 2 full beds
- Family Room: 1 twin daybed w/ 1 twin trundle
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
- Additional Sleeping: 1 mini crib

OUTDOOR LIVING
- 100-acre property
- Sunset & sunrise views
- Private hot tub
- Fire pit (wood provided), 14 camping chairs, charcoal grill
- Covered deck (12' x 60') w/ seating & dining table
- Tetherball

INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TV
- Air hockey table, board games & card table
- Wood-burning fireplace (supply your own wood)
- Epson printer (paper not provided)

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher
- Drip coffee pot, toaster, microwave
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware
- 10-person dining table & 4-person counter seating

GENERAL
- Free WiFi (high-speed fiber optic, 500 Mbps)
- Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans
- Washer/dryer, detergent, iron & board
- Linens & towels
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers
- Keyless entry

FAQ
- Pet friendly (no fee)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Access ramp or 5 steps for entry
- Single-story home

PARKING
- Gravel driveway (5 vehicles)
- Addt'l parking available (by request)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Secluded property surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest
- 6 miles to Garden of the Gods
- 10 miles to the Ohio River
- 18 miles to Cave-In-Rock State Park
- 49 miles to Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois & 72 miles to Evansville Regional Airport
- 158 miles to Nashville Int’l Airport & 165 miles to St. Louis Lambert Int’l Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking indoors; outside only (must dispose of butts)
- Pet friendly (no fee, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home features an access ramp for step-free entry; alternatively, there are 5 steps for entry

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee National Forest and Ohio River Valley. Ross Cottom Lanes and The Chocolate Factory are also worth visiting.
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Elizabethtown, Illinois

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 17 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Hitching Post Trailhead - 21 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Cave in Rock State Park - 34 min drive - 38.5 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gap - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Trails End Restaurant - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Getaway 5 Mins to Garden of the Gods pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Getaway 5 Mins to Garden of the Gods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Getaway 5 Mins to Garden of the Gods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Getaway 5 Mins to Garden of the Gods located?

Situated in Elizabethtown, this holiday home is steps from Shawnee National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rim Rock National Recreation Trailhead and Garden of the Gods Recreation Area. Ohio River Valley and Garden of the Gods Trailhead are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

VALORIE W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our stay. It was clean, had a decently stock kitchen and was a great location for what we had planned for our long weekend. The communication with the owner was great. We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spacious and clean, and well suited to our needs. We really enjoyed the back porch and the beautiful views of the sunsets. We spent a lot of our evenings playing games on the game table, and playing air hockey.We would recommend this house (and the hosts) for anyone wanting to stay in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sudershan P.

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

Wonderful house

Had good time with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken T.

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

Great weekend getaway

Perfect place to relax for a weekend. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rosetta B.

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

Family vacation

Very quite and beautiful place. Loved the big back porch as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janie R.

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

Quilt retreat

While the house was further out from Paducah than we would have like, it was just as described. There was plenty of room for four quilters and their equipment The kitchen is amazing. We spent afternoons on the back porch with our wine and listening to the birds. Owners were responsive to our questions and needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernon V.

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

Incredible house with beautiful sunsets

Picked this house on a whim, and was blown away by the peace and beauty of the area, and the house itself. The entertainment area became our main hangout when not in the hottub or seeing the sites. Elizabeth and Marty were so nice and responsive to the few things that came up. Cannot recommend this place enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen O.

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

Great trip

Fun
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vickie S.

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

Girlfriends Weekend

We really enjoyed the place and had a great time. Everything was as expected.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

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

Amazing house in an awesome area

Our family of 5 (2 adults, 2 kids under 12 and our dog) loved our stay at the Walnut Hill house. The house was exactly as described, clean and plenty of space. And the properttly was huge, tons of exploring for us and the kids loved the hot tub and fire pit. There were tons of hicking trails with waterfalls and rocks to climb on near by. Couldnt ask for a better trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia T.

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

Hardin County

Very spacious and clean house, loved the game room and that it was pet friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

craig v.

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

5+ Star Rating

This was the perfect property for our vacation to southern Illinois. If you are an outdoors person there are many hiking trails within an hour to an hour in a have away. As for the property it was very clean an well stocked. Very good communication. All my questions (before and during) our stay were answered in a timely manner. Would definately recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

ANGELINE C.

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

Walnut Hill

This home was in a quiet area. It was a pleasure watching the deer. The home was clean; the kitchen was very large. The kids enjoyed the air hockey game. The back deck was nice to enjoy a morning cup of coffee. There was a ramp going to the front porch which made the home easily accessible for my son. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

-T- C.

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

Beautiful Retreat with Room for the whole family

My family wanted a quiet place in the garden of the gods for our familys Girls Birthday Retreat(mother me and daughter all within a week). This place is like home away from home plus some. Has room for the whole family. Full kitchen and a game room! A hot tub for max relaxing. r Rockers for good ole porch sitting sessions. A fire pit grill and a gorgeous yard with a view to boot. Everything worked save the jucuzzi in the master bath but that might have been a user error. With the space view privacy closeness to the garden (just 10 min drive) and amenities our family will definitely be putting this on our favorite places to stay list
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

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

Great Stay

The property was large and beautiful. We loved the rocking chairs and firepit. Starter supplies were provided, including linens and towels. The kitchen had plenty of cookware, dishes, and space to make meals. We appreciated multiple beds, since our Girl Scouts like their own space. Everything was clean and welcoming. I'd highly recommend purchasing your groceries on your way into town, as the property is a decent drive to Walmart. If you're spending time at the house & cooking, bring your own extra paper towels, foil, bags, etc. We didn't think about those things prior. Wonderful stay. We would return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Speechless!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about this property or our stay here!!! It was absolutely amazing! The property was even better than what the pictures show, check-in/out was the easiest I have ever experienced, the Outpost and staff are the BEST, and this location is *perfect*! This was our first "whole family together" vacation (us, all our kids, and all our grandkids under one roof) and I am so glad this was where it happened! From morning coffee on the porch (which you just have to see to believe) to late night air hockey and poker tournaments and a LOT of outdoor time in between, this house will fit a lot of activity (and love)! The Walnut Hill home will forever hold a special place in our hearts and is definitely a "return to vacation destination" for our WHOLE family! Thank you for providing such a great space for families to make lifelong memories. I know I said it in the beginning, but I just do not have enough words to describe how much of a treasure this place is!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

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

Comforts of home on a gorgeous propert

Our extended family booked in early-April as Covid-19 cut us off from being together as an extended family. We normally head to WI or MI to be on the water I summer, but worried about the future and possibly being restricted from out of state travel. We had an awesome family vacation, with plenty of swimming around the Shawnee National Forest, as well as a visit to Cypress Bayou, the country's northernmost swamp, for boating and wildlife. What a gorgeous part of the country! The house is clean, comfortable, and well equipped. The hosts even included washing detergents. Bring your own foil, wrap, and food storage containers. We absolutely lived the expansive views from the porch...Beautiful sunsets and evening off storms gave us a lightning show. Ticks were a problem, but we were vigilant after each hike to find and remove. The property owners were extremely responsive to all of our questions and needs. Perfect getaway with 0plenty of roo. For the whole family to relax and have fun. Game room was fabulous.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rita A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was just right for our kids and their kids to use as a base for hiking!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Excellent Hosts and well kept property.

This was our fourth time staying at Elizabeth and Marty’s property. All of there rentals exceed expectations. They go above and beyond to make your trip wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

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

Nice

This is a nice, clean place conpared to other dog-friendly rentals. The rooms are a good size and plenty of room for our dog to explore. My uncle loved the huge tv with all of his cable channels he watches.The area is quiet, which is a plus for us. I'm kicking myself for forgetting to bring our telescope, but we were able to see a few falling stars. Would use again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pia N.

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

Great getaway

It was our second time! We just love it. It's so great I can bring my dogs and Liz and Marty even organize cradles! What a service. So spacious, clean and far away from our busy life's. Bonfire, hiking, star gazing, nice company... what we all needed. Thanks again for letting us stay at your hidden treasure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA Z.

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

Awesome!

Walnut Hill and Elizabeth were super accommodating for the large group of family we had for Labor Day weekend! Will be going back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie D.

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

Slice of Paradise

We absolutely loved the property. It is such a gorgeous, quiet setting out in the country that it lets you forget about the rest of the world for a while. No traffic noise, no sirens, no light pollution, just birds and bugs and dark, starry nights. The house was larger than expected and offered lots of little zones where people could sit and talk or play board games. The kitchen was large and well-stocked with pots, pans, utensils, dishes, etc. Loved having a washer and dryer for clothes and towels (towels provided). Perhaps the most important amenity, the air conditioning, worked great and kept us comfy during our HOT July visit. The property owner is friendly, communicative, and ready to offer recommendations for local attractions. They live close by and told us to reach out if we needed anything at all during our stay. I can see us going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

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

Hiking in the rain

We were there to hike but spent a lot of time indoors due to weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Vacation get away from Chicago

Amazing place peaceful and quiet. Owner is super friendly, went hiking and fishing. Stores for food are not far there is bobs and Walmart for food which are only 30 minutes away from house definitely worth it will be back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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