Relaxing escape or fishing getaway! Central location for hiking, wineries, fun

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A serene lakeside view with a dock and a gazebo.
Two wicker chairs with blue cushions and patterned pillows, a blue knitted pouf, and a view of a body of water through large windows.
A backyard with a stone retaining wall, a small pond, and two Adirondack chairs.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a rocking chair, and a bookshelf.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in stove, and a marble countertop.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Shawnee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Goreville, IL
  • Place, Shawnee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake of Egypt
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Sunroom

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

En Suite Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Goreville

Located in Goreville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Blue Sky Vineyards and Kokopelli Golf Club 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 jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Goreville, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 18 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Giant City State Park - 27 min drive - 39.9 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 32 min drive - 49.8 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 37 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Acee's Neighborhood Market & Deli - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Whiffle Boys Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Marion / Shawnee National Forest KOA - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing escape or fishing getaway! Central location for hiking, wineries, fun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Relaxing escape or fishing getaway! Central location for hiking, wineries, fun ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing escape or fishing getaway! Central location for hiking, wineries, fun ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing escape or fishing getaway! Central location for hiking, wineries, fun ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing escape or fishing getaway! Central location for hiking, wineries, fun located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Shawnee National Forest and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Lake of Egypt. Goreville City Hall and Goreville City Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 334 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 334 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 334 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 334 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 334 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely decorated :) the vibe was very relaxing. We look forward to another getaway there!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a relaxing time and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2026
Relaxation and rest are two important parts of life, and we are happy you found them here. Come back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome lakefront home, just wish we could've stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great visit. Enjoyed the view and the fire pit most of all.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2026
The fire pit is great all year round, but there is something special about a fire in the fall… glad you got to enjoy it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well kept, new Weber grill, 3rd visit. Would recommend to family or friends
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2026
We love repeat guests and recommendations! Thank you for taking such great care of the property.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big kitchen clean and friendly lake was great family love the time there kids ask if we could stay forever
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from Management on 27 Oct 2026
Perhaps you could stay forever! It looks like you created many special memories that will last a lifetime. Come back to stay again :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owners are extremely friendly and helpful. They even offered to take us on a boat trip, but we had already been out all day in a rental. We fished off the dock and enjoyed the fire pit. The place is spacious and clean. This is our second stay and we will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2026
Thank you for being a return guest and the kind words. We love that you enjoyed the beauty of the Lake of Egypt!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful, comfortable home. We picked the 2 hottest weeks of the year but still enjoyed the area, antique shops, wineries, restaurants. Jeff & Heather were great hosts, so nice to meet them & their dog!! Waking to that view each day was priceless!!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on 27 Oct 2026
It was HOT, but it was beautiful in its own way :-) Also, thank you for the compliments! It was wonderful to meet you two, and Kevin asked when you'll be coming back lol.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Overall property was nice. The full-size deck along the lakefront side was perfect with one portion covered (great for rainy day), open portion with dining table and an air-conditioned sunroom provided great views of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Carole, We are glad that you enjoyed the Eagles Nest and the tremendous views of the lake. WE hope you will stay with us again in the future. Jeff and Heather.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house with lovely views overlooking the lake. Very comfortable, clean and tidy house. We enjoyed sitting on the large deck enjoying the view. Centrally located for everything we wanted to do. Thanks for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from Management on 27 Oct 2026
Thank YOU for taking such care of the property! It really is a lovely home with stunning views, and it's wonderful you could enjoy it while visiting your chosen sites. :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay at Lake Egypt! The house was great, with a beautiful view of the lake, and the Wi-Fi worked perfectly. Check-in and check-out were both very easy. The owners were extremely welcoming and even offered to take us on a tour of the lake when we arrived, which was such a nice gesture. We also rented a pontoon boat from the marina for a day and had an amazing time out on the water. Great house, great location, and a really enjoyable stay. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2026
We are happy you enjoyed the assets of this property and were able to make special memories. We would love to have you stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third time with the hosts.Looking forward to returning soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend at this lakehouse! It was perfect for our family. Plenty of room to spread out, comfy beds, stocked kitchen for cooking all meals, and plenty of seating areas to relax. The dock (& cove) was perfect for swimming and the shed had fishing gear, chairs and plenty of rafts. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful lakehouse with us- we’d love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Kelly, Sounds like a great trip! Thanks for choosing to stay with us. Jeff and Heather
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lake house is always so clean & well stocked! We enjoy great views from the house & dock. Saw many deer & water foul too! Close to marinas, state park & wineries.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from Management on 27 Oct 2026
Central location is one of the many assets of this property. It's wonderful you were able to enjoy the wildlife, nature, and the amenities. There is always more to see in southern Illinois, so come back again :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 6th year here and we aren’t stopping now!! Most incredible lake home with the best views!! Heather and Jeff are the most gracious hosts and are always quick to respond to anything. The house is exactly like the photos, clean, comfortable and beautiful with everything you need for your stay!! Can’t wait for next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Shanyn, We love that you've been coming to stay with us for 6 years. Looking forward to seeing you guys again next year. Jeff and Heather
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property and hosts were great! We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2026
It is always wonderful to know guests enjoyed their stay! We hope you consider visiting again :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great location and beautiful property!! I would recommend this to everyone I know looking for a relaxing getaway spot. Very clean, quiet and right on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2026
Terry, We are happy that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again. Jeff and Heather
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here this weekend was incredible! Check in was super easy and communication with the Hosts was excellent!!! We were enjoying our stay so much, that was asked to do late check out and they were so accommodating with a simple extra fee! Lake of Egypt is absolutely stunning and I could not have asked for a better location of the house- it was secluded enough but still gave us great access to the entire lake. We would 100% recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Diana, Thanks for the great review. We would love to see you guys again. Love the pics! Jeff and Heather
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The hiking nearby was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2026
Cara, We are glad you chose to stay with us. We hope that you come back again soon as there are a TON of great hiking opportunities here. Jeff and Heather
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect get away weekend. Beautiful view and excellent host. House was so clean and host was super responsive when in need. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2026
Perfect is a high compliment, but we will take it! Thank you for the kind words :-) We look forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed with Heather and Jeff for 6 years in a row on our annual brothers fishing trip. Their properties are perfect for our trip and the accommodations/amenities/prices are great. Grateful we’ve been able to stay with them. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house, the location, and the property. Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2026
Michael, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. LOE is a great place to unwind and explore. Jeff and Heather
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heather and Jeff are the best! They are top notch hosts with a beautiful place that feels like home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2026
Thanks, Michell....its always great to have you guys every year! Jeff and Heather
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Very clean. Great views of the lake. We had a wonderful fishing trip and this place was so nice to come back to and relax after a long day of fishing. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2026
Jeffrey, We are glad you chose to stay with us and hope to see you again next fishing season if not before. Jeff and Heather
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