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Reviews of Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors.

Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors.
Carrier Mills, IL

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Camille C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect HQ
We booked this location for the proximity to all the amazing outdoor adventures in this area. It served as the perfect HQ for this and was otherwise clean and well appointed. I would definitely book this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 24, 2024
We are so delighted that you enjoyed your stay and were able to explore the beauty found in our southern home. We would be happy to be your hosts again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

TRACEY J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Hosts
Such a nice, quiet, and relaxing place to stay. Only a few minutes ride to visit family. Lots of amenities, very clean, and hosts were easy to contact. Could not have asked for a more comfortable experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 24, 2024
It was our pleasure hosting your stay. We strive to have open communication with our guests. As well as, making you feel at home. Please reach out to us if you are in our area again.

8/10 Good

Lyn w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is key
Property was fine. Neighborhood, not so much. Lots of traffic and loud booming stereos all night long. Neighborhood dogs barking 24/7. I would stay at this property again IF it was in a different location. Everything else was satisfactory!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 28, 2024
Thank you for letting us host your stay. We are glad you were comfortable and satisfied with our accommodations. We will investigate the noise you experienced as we have not had other complaints and find it rather peaceful in the area. Don & Kindra

8/10 Good

David K.

Adventure Was Had!
The booking and check-in process was perfect, it was all logical and seamless. The property was in good order and everything that was promised was there. We ordered a pizza from Casey's online and that worked well. The fire pit was fantastic. The heater worked very well, but did make a loud noise when it kicked on that woke us all up. There was snow on the ground so that was better than freezing to death! The water that came out of the tap smelled like rotten eggs, but that smell went away a bit after we flushed out the system with use. We flushed out the bathtub with hot water and the cleaning supplies on-site, and black grit came out of the joints between the tub and the tub surround. There was a fragrance pod in the living room that gave us a headache, so we bagged that. The town was tiny and had a strange feel to it. The people all seemed to be distant and unfriendly, maybe because it was obvious that we were outsiders in our Honda Mini-Van and new hiking clothes. The day trips to Garden of the Gods and Giant City were fantastic, such a beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 23, 2024
We are glad you enjoyed your trip and exploring the wonders of the Shawnee. It was great weather for our updated fire pit area, even with the sudden snow fall.

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carrier Mills
The host is very quick to respond! Very clearn
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 13, 2024
Thank you for staying with us again Donna. It is always a pleasure. We have are happy to provide assist our guests at all times.

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Deer camp
Great place to set up camp to enjoy southern IL.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 13, 2024
We are happy you enjoyed your stay Andy. Southern IL has great places to view and explore.

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carrier Mills
Great location. Very clean, has everything you need. Owner is very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 13, 2024
Providing a clean and comfortable place for our guests is always a priority. Thank you for choosing our home.

10/10 Excellent

Mary N., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Visitin friends on Ledford Rd
We loved staying here because the place was clean and beds were comfortable. We didnt stay a lot of hours because we were at a wedding and visiting friends, but everything was ship-shape. Compared to most rentals like this, there was more "back-up" : coffee, condiments, kitchen stuff, toiletries. (Luckily as hubby forgot his toothbrush!) Quick response to question also.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 13, 2024
We were very pleased to make your stay enjoyable. We try to anticipate the little things to make our guests feel at home.