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Wooded Cabin · Hot Tub, Firepit & Giant City

Cabin in Carbondale, IL

4 guests·1 bedroom·1 bathroom
5.0 · 6 reviews

Property details

### The Space Escape to peace and quiet at Elm Cabin, where modern comfort meets rustic charm in a beautiful single-level home. This cozy cabin is your perfect retreat, nestled on a ridge and surrounded by 35 acres of private woods. Step inside to an open-plan living area, where you can relax by the cozy electric fireplace or stream your favorites on the Smart TV. The space includes a fully-equipped kitchen and dining area, a tranquil bedroom with a plush king-size bed, and a comfortable queen sleeper sofa in the living room, accommodating up to 4 guests. The modern bathroom features a walk-in shower, and a dedicated workspace is available if you need to connect. Your private, elevated back deck offers beautiful forest views, dominated by a grand elm tree. It's the perfect spot to unwind in the bubbling hot tub after a day of exploring. Key Features: * King bed & queen sleeper sofa * Smart TV & electric fireplace * Full kitchen (no dishwasher) * Washer & Dryer * Dedicated workspace * Private deck with hot tub ### Guest Access You will have private access to the entire cabin and surrounding grounds. Please note that one closet is kept locked for our cleaning and maintenance supplies. ### The Neighborhood Our cabin offers a serene woodland setting while being conveniently located just 10 minutes from Carbondale and the SIUC campus. You are also a short drive from the incredible natural beauty of Giant City State Park and the Shawnee National Forest, perfect for hiking, fishing, hunting, cycling, and kayaking. There are a total of four cabins on the 35-acre property. They are spread far apart to ensure privacy, but please be aware that other guests may be on the property during your stay. ### Getting Around To help you make the most of your trip, each guest receives a personalized online Welcome Guide immediately upon booking. This guide is filled with our personal recommendations for the best local spots, activities, and dining. For your outdoor enjoyment, we provide a Weber charcoal grill (please bring your own grilling essentials) and a fire pit with Adirondack chairs and complimentary firewood. ### Important Information Inventory: We stock the basics to get you started ### House Rules * **Check-in:** After 3:00 PM * **Check-out:** Before 10:00 AM * **Pet Policy:** We welcome dogs! Please inform us about your pet prior to arrival. A fee of $50 per pet, per stay applies (maximum of 2 dogs). An additional $50 fee will be charged for any unreported pets. 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

Common Space

1 Sofa 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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Angie Scates

What a wonderful place withwonderful hosts.

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July 2026

My husband and I stayed here for the weekend to celebrate his birthday. We had a wonderful time. It was so peaceful. We really needed this getaway, and it did not disappoint. The cabin was so cozy we literally did not want to leave. We were only minutes away from the grocery store to retrieve all the supplies we needed to stay put for two days. The cabin was fully stocked with everything we needed to grill, bake, cook, etc. When we did venture out for dinner at the lodge, it was only minutes away, too. We really could not have asked for anything more. Everything was explained prior to our visit, and checking in was a breeze. Allison, the hostess, was easy to reach via text and was always helpful with any questions we had during our stay there. We would definitely stay there again in the future and have already recommended it to family and friends.

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Jamie Baird

Fantastic Experience!

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June 2026

We had an excellent stay at this charming cabin in Carbondale! The space was beautifully maintained and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The cabin was warm and inviting, with extremely nice finishes and furnishings. We especially enjoyed the quiet surroundings with nature (and a hot tub) right outside the door. Highly recommend!

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David L Hewitt

Deluxe cabin in the woods

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June 2026

Wonderful stay at a beautiful cabin in a scenic wooded location. Everything you would want for a stay is right at your fingertips. Much to see and do in the surrounding area.

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Peggy Phillips

Beautiful and relaxing cabin with all the comforts of home!

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June 2024

We recently took a trip to Southern Illinois and stayed in the “Elm cabin”. The cabin is deceiving from the outside as the interior is VERY nice and provides all the comforts of home and more. It seemed far more spacious than what we expected. The large front porch and back deck with hot tub provide some great outdoor time enjoying the beautiful wooded area surrounding. You also have an outdoor fire pit with LOTS of wood available for campfires, roasting marshmallows, etc. We would not hesitate to come back and stay here again. It was truly an enjoyable time!

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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