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10/10 Excellent
Kimberly S.
19 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kimberly S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Entire home
Hickey House
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Non-smoking
Explore the area
Ava, IL
- The Bluffs Vineyard and WineryPlace, The Bluffs Vineyard and Winery15 min drive
- Lake Murphysboro State ParkPlace, Lake Murphysboro State Park24 min drive
- Southern Illinois UniversityPlace, Southern Illinois University39 min drive
- Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)53 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
About this property
Hickey House
Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Everything you need for a relaxing getaway. Located near the Shawnee Forest and Kincaid Lake. Just around the corner from our restaurant Crazy Joe's Fish House. Secluded yard for watching wildlife. Room to park a boat.
Kitchen has everything you need except the food.
Baths are stocked with all the toiletries you need.
2 queen bedrooms and third bedroom has 2 twins.
All bedrooms have tv's and wifi
living room has 60 tv
Kitchen has everything you need except the food.
Baths are stocked with all the toiletries you need.
2 queen bedrooms and third bedroom has 2 twins.
All bedrooms have tv's and wifi
living room has 60 tv
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3842673vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Ava
Ava is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee National Forest and Mississippi River.
Ava, IL
What's nearby
- The Bluffs Vineyard and Winery - 15 min drive - 16.7 km
- Lake Murphysboro State Park - 24 min drive - 30.9 km
- Kinkaid Village Marina - 27 min drive - 32.4 km
- Southern Illinois University - 39 min drive - 52.1 km
- Giant City State Park - 54 min drive - 71.5 km
Getting around
- Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
- Gabby's - 14 min drive
- Brunzeez Cafe - 15 min drive
- Crazy Joe's Fish House - 2 min walk
- Longbranch Shooting House & Saloon - 12 min drive
- chinchbug - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hickey House
pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hickey House
?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hickey House on 10 May 2026 start from AU$347, 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.
Where is Hickey House
located?
Situated in Ava, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Shawnee National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of The Bluffs Vineyard and Winery and Mississippi River. Levan Townhall and Paul Ice Recreation Area are also within 16 miles (25 km).
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About the host
Hosted by Marilynn Martin
Languages:
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Premier Host
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