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Most Secluded Cabin, Salt Hot Tub

Cabin in Carbondale, IL

2 guests·1 bedroom·1 bathroom
5.0 · 3 reviews

Property details

Escape to the peace and quiet of Cedar Cabin, where modern comfort meets rustic charm. Nestled on a ridge and surrounded by 35 acres of lush forest, this cozy cabin offers a serene retreat while being just 10 minutes from Carbondale. THE SPACE Step inside to find a welcoming, stylish space designed for relaxation. The open-plan living area features a comfortable queen sleeper sofa, a smart TV, and a cozy fireplace perfect for cool evenings. The modern kitchen is fully equipped for your culinary needs, with an adjacent dining area. Please note, there is no dishwasher. The cabin offers a serene bedroom with a plush king-size bed and a modern bathroom with a walk-in shower. For entertainment, you'll find a selection of board games and books for a cozy night in. Your private, elevated back deck offers beautiful views of the grand cedar trees. Unwind in the bubbling hot tub, relax with a good book, or simply enjoy the sounds of nature. In the evening, the fire pit with Adirondack chairs is the perfect spot to gather under the stars. Sleeps up to 2 guests (1 King Bed) Living Room with Smart TV & Fireplace Full Kitchen & Dining Area 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom with Washer/Dryer Walkout Deck with a private hot tub Weber charcoal grill (please bring your own charcoal and grilling essentials) Fire pit with complimentary firewood GUEST ACCESS You will have private access to the entire cabin and the surrounding property. There is one locked closet used for owner inventory which is inaccessible to guests. THE NEIGHBORHOOD While the cabin feels worlds away, it's conveniently located less than 10 minutes from the SIUC campus and the town of Carbondale. Our property is a short drive from incredible public lands, including Giant City State Park and the Shawnee National Forest. These areas offer fantastic opportunities for fishing, hiking, hunting, cycling, kayaking, and exploring the natural beauty of Southern Illinois. HOUSE RULES & IMPORTANT INFORMATION To ensure a smooth and enjoyable stay for everyone, please take a moment to review the following: Check-in: After 3:00 PM Check-out: Before 10:00 AM Pet Policy: We welcome up to two dogs per stay. Pets must be reported prior to arrival. A fee of $50 per pet applies. Please note, an additional $50 fee will be charged for any unreported pets. Other Guests: There are a total of four cabins on the 35-acre property. They are spread far apart to ensure privacy, but please be mindful that other guests may be present. Starter Supplies: We provide a starter package of essentials to get you settled in, including 3 rolls of toilet paper and 1 roll of paper towels. Welcome Guide: Immediately upon booking, you will receive a personalized online Welcome Guide with our personal recommendations for places to go and things to do in the area. AMENITIES Half Day Add-On available when adjacent nights are open — check in at 8 AM or check out at 6 PM for half the nightly rate. WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK A rental agreement is required with ID verification within 48 hours of booking or before entry, whichever is first.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

What’s included

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Hot tub

    Hot tub

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Air conditioning

    Air conditioning

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Fireplace

    Fireplace

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

Guest reviews

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Steven Fowler

Amazing cabin on beautiful grounds

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October 2025

My wife and I stayed 3 nights with our two dogs. The cabin was extremely clean and everything was as described. The hot tub was great and worked well. Walking the trails on the property was one of our favorite things to do with our dogs every morning and evening. The cabin felt very private, but was only a short drive away from restaurants and groceries. The cabin is also close to several small towns to explore, and many hiking trails are nearby. We loved our stay and will be back.

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Francine Luckett

Beautiful cabin in the perfect central location, hot tub, grill, and firepit.

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October 2025

Cedar Cabin is nestled in an easy to access woods, yet amazingly close to wineries, hiking, restaurants and biking. There are 3 other similar cabins just enough distance apart to feel secluded. Both front and back porches have a comfy sitting area for morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. It is honestly more beautiful than the photos, we loved the smell of the natural cedar woodwork. Every thoughtful detail was appreciated. The kitchen was stocked perfectly with supplies for light cooking, including coffees and teas. Everything was spotlessly clean and in perfect working order. The indoor fireplace, hot tub, firepit, and grill were such a bonus! The shower was hot and included body wash and hair products. The king size bed was supportive, and bedroom comfortable and cozy with a large window view of the woods. There is a large tv in the living room and another in the bedroom with a huge selection of viewing options. We spent our cool fall mornings hiking (only 5 minutes to Giant City State Park) and biking (less than 25 minutes to Tunnel Hill). We visited wineries in the afternoons (less than a 15 minute drive to Feather Hills Winery and 15 minutes to Blue Sky Vineyard/Winery in the other direction). There are several other winery options close by on the Shawnee Wine Trail. https://shawneewinetrail.com/ The only thing we would do different next time is stay longer and invite friends/family to rent the other cabins!

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Dorothy Scroggins

Fantastic

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June 2024

I Will Be Back! And I shared this place with family and friends. We stayed in the Cedar cabin and it's the most secluded of the other cabins. Everything was perfect. The cabin was clean, wifi was easy to set up, easy to login to our favorite steaming services and the hot tub was great. The cabin is very modern and aesthetically appealing. As far as kitchen needs for cooking, it had everything one would need. I love the body wash in the shower. Also the cabin must have had a soft water filter, which was Heaven. Great spot for a quick romantic gateway. You are secluded without being far from Carbondale.

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 3:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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