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Beautiful custom built cabin near Garden of the Gods

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Exterior
Exterior
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Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Herod, IL
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Trailhead
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Cave in Rock State Park
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Beautiful custom built cabin near Garden of the Gods

Escape to a delightful cabin in Herod for a peaceful retreat. This charming 3-bedroom property features 2 full baths, 2 queen beds, 1 twin bed, and 1 king bed, ensuring a superb night's sleep for all guests. With amenities like a stocked kitchen, gas grill, AC, WiFi, and a washing machine, your stay will be convenient and comfortable. Relax in the cozy living space or unwind sitting on the porch or hot tub enjoying the beautiful view or around the fire after a day of exploring. Our place will help you feel at home while you're visit the Shawnee National Forest.

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About the area

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Map
Herod, IL

What's nearby

  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 24 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Rim Rock National Recreation Trailhead - 24 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 29 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Cave in Rock State Park - 46 min drive - 52.8 km
  • Dixon Springs State Park - 49 min drive - 56.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Eluzabethrown Fish Market - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪The Gap - ‬17 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place for nice southern Illinois getaway. I like that the house was on a large lot of land. Everything was clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was great we hosted a micro wedding there and it was perfect for what we wanted. The place was a great location and secluded from others. We had about 35 guests and everyone was comfortable inside and plenty of space for everything. The hot tub was a great bonus. The views were amazing. Great location if you enjoy hiking. It’s very close to Garden of the Gods which is one of the most beautiful places you can visit in Illinois.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this cozy cabin! It was the perfect place to relax after each hiking adventure. One day there are turkeys strolling by. Another day 5 deer graze by the pond. I’ll definitely be back to this cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Huntley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful wooden cabin inside and out. While situated on a hill, the setting provides excellent privacy as there no visible neighbors. The hot tub was wonderful after a day of hiking. Highly recommend if you are looking for a stay near the Shawnee National Forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and everything was exactly how the host described it.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! We loved every minute of our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2025
We are so happy you enjoyed the property! Thank you for staying with us. Scott & Melinda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very remote and private
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, cozy, well-appointed cabin in an amazing woodland setting. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay while enjoying the fall colors and natural beauty of the area. All of the amenities of comfortable living in a true log home. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third time staying at this cabin. As always, it was a lovely time. This time was just my husband and I. We enjoyed some fishing, hot tub time, walks around the property, and fires at night. We will be planning a family Christmas trip back for next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful and relaxing experience. The hosts were awesome and helpful. The cabin was clean with a lovely veiw off the porch. My favorite part was the hot tub!
The veiw
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing. Tucked away and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonnie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and very peaceful. Plenty of space indoors and out if you have yard games. We enjoyed the hot tub and having s'mores around the fire. The home was lovely and comfortable. Loads of activities close by for family fun. We are so grateful for being able to stay in this beautiful home!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin is very secluded! The road to get there is dangerous unpaved and narrow. We had to swerve onto the side of the road because we encountered a couple local teenagers in cars and atv's, doing well over 50mph so stay alert! The beds and rooms were clean and comfortable. The cookware was very worn all the nonstick was chipped and showing metal and should be replaced, only 1 small 8" sauce pan and 1 8"stainless stock pot is all we felt comfortable using because of the poor condition . Check-in was 4 PM. We arrived early 3:30p.m and the owner was still getting the inside ready. We had to wait, outside with her jumping and bitting dog.. after a 5hr drive. If you rent it plan accordingly and dont arrive 30min early
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liam J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay here. First, I would like to imitate that the host was incredibly friendly and communicative. The cabin was cozy and immediately upon pulling up the driveway, the feelings of privacy, peace, and comfort came in. We loved the aesthetic of the cabin. The beds are comfortable. There were plenty of towels available. The cabin remained warm even while it was 11 outside. The sunrises and sunsets were beautiful. The hot tub was incredibly cozy, but only about 3/4 full in volume so we couldn’t quite get cozy and submerge fully to avoid the cold winds. The grill worked great. The campfire outside is cozy and quaint. Overall we loved the stay here and I’d recommend it for a getaway with your partner or some friends!Some things of note- I would still give this property five stars, but, I think it’s important to at least know these things before you book:Cookware - I would bring your own cookware if you are planning on prepping your own meals. There were an array of pots and pans, but many were scratched up, Teflon. One thing we really needed constantly was a large bowl for making batter for waffles, popcorn, etc. I would just bring your own knives and kitchenware. They had plenty of cutlery.Bring your own body wash, shampoo, conditioner, the host does not have any. Cleaning supplies - the host does not leave many cleaning supplies, I would recommend bringing your own for the dishwasher and wiping the countertops. Still, an amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J S.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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