10/10 Excellent
Miriam F.
21 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great visit
Miriam F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Cabin
THE VIEWS! Minutes from Garden of the Gods, Shawnee with Highland cows & a pool!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Equality, IL
- Shawnee National Forest15 min drive
- Garden of the Gods Recreation Area31 min drive
- Garden of the Gods Trailhead36 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
THE VIEWS! Minutes from Garden of the Gods, Shawnee with Highland cows & a pool!
Enjoy amazing views of the Shawnee National Forest ⭐️❗️
Rustic Ridge is a small working farm located in Southern Illinois about 15 minutes north of Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest.
Our cabin has lots of windows for great indoor viewing as well as lots of patio & deck spaces to enjoy the outdoors. Splash in the pool (in season). Walk down to see the animals on our 40 acre property, go Explore the Shawnee National Forest, take a drive to the wine trail or visit nearby horse trails, atv trails, and so much more that the Shawnee National Forest area has to offer.
Meet the animals:
🐄 Highland Cows (Daisy, Rusty, Kane, & Lily)
🫎 Moose the dog you might see him around the property & Rufus the livestock guardian.
🐈 Sierra, Butterscotch, Special, & Kitty. The cats may roam the property.
🐥🐓 chickens and newly hatched chicks
* Miniature ZEBU! Dixie, Shawnee & our calf Brisket born Jan '25
➕️ all of the wildlife 🦌🐿🦃🐦🦝......
🌳cabin on a 40 acres property
🏊♀️ private pool
🌞 views
🐴🐱🐄🐶🦌Animals & Wildlife
🚜 Farm
🔥fire pit
🛜WiFi
Smart tv📺
3 🛌🛁
Private use of cabin & pool but being in the forest daily pool maintenance may occur
Everything here is on a hill with lots of rocks. If it's raining or recently rained you may find mud. Expect to see & hear nature all around you. This is a working farm so you may hear & see us or hear any of the neighboring farm properties. We are on property and also have exterior cameras throughout the 40 acre property. No Fence around pool! You accept responsibility for yourself & other guests.
Rustic Ridge is a small working farm located in Southern Illinois about 15 minutes north of Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest.
Our cabin has lots of windows for great indoor viewing as well as lots of patio & deck spaces to enjoy the outdoors. Splash in the pool (in season). Walk down to see the animals on our 40 acre property, go Explore the Shawnee National Forest, take a drive to the wine trail or visit nearby horse trails, atv trails, and so much more that the Shawnee National Forest area has to offer.
Meet the animals:
🐄 Highland Cows (Daisy, Rusty, Kane, & Lily)
🫎 Moose the dog you might see him around the property & Rufus the livestock guardian.
🐈 Sierra, Butterscotch, Special, & Kitty. The cats may roam the property.
🐥🐓 chickens and newly hatched chicks
* Miniature ZEBU! Dixie, Shawnee & our calf Brisket born Jan '25
➕️ all of the wildlife 🦌🐿🦃🐦🦝......
🌳cabin on a 40 acres property
🏊♀️ private pool
🌞 views
🐴🐱🐄🐶🦌Animals & Wildlife
🚜 Farm
🔥fire pit
🛜WiFi
Smart tv📺
3 🛌🛁
Private use of cabin & pool but being in the forest daily pool maintenance may occur
Everything here is on a hill with lots of rocks. If it's raining or recently rained you may find mud. Expect to see & hear nature all around you. This is a working farm so you may hear & see us or hear any of the neighboring farm properties. We are on property and also have exterior cameras throughout the 40 acre property. No Fence around pool! You accept responsibility for yourself & other guests.
Property manager
Eric
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Children
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Events
No events allowed
Pets
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Smoking
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Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
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Message us when you leave & notify us if anything is damaged
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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About the area
Equality
Equality is home to this cabin. Shawnee Hills Country Club and Ross Cottom Lanes 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 Garden of the Gods Recreation Area.
Equality, IL
What's nearby
- Shawnee National Forest - 15 min drive - 10.0 km
- Harrisburg Township Park District - 26 min drive - 21.1 km
- Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 31 min drive - 26.3 km
- Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 36 min drive - 28.4 km
- Cave in Rock State Park - 61 min drive - 55.5 km
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Reviews
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Melissa L.
11 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hiking in Shawnee National
Melissa L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike T.
1 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial Day Weekend
Mike T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leah G.
16 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful escape
Leah G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
amy b.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amy b.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lauren P.
14 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lauren P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
William B.
22 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A birthday get away
William B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Casey O.
21 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Casey O.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara C.
25 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A slice of heaven
Barbara C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stacy M.
29 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Respite away from the city
Stacy M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
David W.
6 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Getaway in the country
David W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin C.
27 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and relaxing
Kevin C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tina J.
30 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t hesitate, book now!
Tina J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laurie H.
18 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Laurie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
ScienceWares
3 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible place!
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Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah P.
8 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
❤️❤️❤️
Sarah P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristi A.
15 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome get away!
Kristi A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Thomas G.
24 June 2024
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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Johnita M.
20 July 2024
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Johnita M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tabitha B.
19 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
Tabitha B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike B.
2 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a must visit property!!
Mike B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Luke M.
10 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 star cabin
Luke M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly M.
11 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous in the middle of nowhere!
Kelly M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa l.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful!
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Tonya W.
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Wow!
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About the host
Hosted by Eric
We began hosting in 2017 with our Siesta Key Condo Rental and loved all of the great people we had a chance to host. After selling, we planned to return to rentals with all of the great views of the Shawnee National Forest. So, we are hosting again on our little farm. We have a great cabin with amazing views plus we have Highland Cows, mini horse, mini zebu, chickens, dogs, & the cats. We look forward to hosting you!
Why they chose this property
This property was originally purchased for our weekend getaway but after a few weekends down here, we decided to make it full time. Now we want to share the property with you - - private use of cabin & pool but we will still be on the 40 acres property.
What makes this property unique
The views, the pool, & the cows! Seriously, though all of the animals are great!
Languages:
English
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