3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

Q: Where is 3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail! located?

Situated in Makanda, this golf cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort. Makanda Boardwalk and Giant City State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Jul 16, 2025

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The property was extremely clean and well cared for.would definitely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin N.

Aug 3, 2025

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Great stay and close to a lot of the area attractions. Tons of fun

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Mar 22, 2025

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Weekend for wedding

Owner was so helpful and the cabin was just right for our weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Apr 3, 2025

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Good price

This cabin was a good stay for the price. Location was a short drive to what we were visiting. A new couch should be on the to purchase list. We were sitting pretty low.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B., Champaign

Apr 21, 2023

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Very Nice Getaway!

Very clean and pleasant.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Val B.

Apr 6, 2023

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Spring break in Makanda

I will definitely be staying here again in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Sep 5, 2023

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Perfect location

The location of this cabin was perfect for our trip! It was close to SIU where we visited our son while also minutes away from Giant City Park. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Apr 3, 2023

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Very Pleased

Nice cabin, perfect for me and my husband for a weekend getaway. The location is perfect!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Sep 19, 2025

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Clean, quiet cabin. Several cabins fairly close by on the property. A thicket of trees separates the property from a golf course and it is a couple of blocks from a highway, so not exactly secluded. That isn't necessarily a negative. I felt safe there and it was easy to find with the directions from the host It was a quiet environment and very pleasant to sit out on the deck which was shaded by a tree at Cabin 2. Unlike some of the other cabins, mine had only two steps up to the deck, so access was quite easy. Had a nice stone fireplace that would've been cozy if I was there in winter. As it was in the mid- nineties. I appreciated the AC. Had everything I needed for making simple meals. Bed was very comfortable, and was a great base for day hikes to many different areas of the Shawnee, not just Giant City. Close to places to get gas, groceries, too. Good value and I hope to stay there on my next trip.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

cheri h.

May 22, 2023

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Wonderful Weekend

We had a great weekend visiting winery’s, relaxing with friend, exploring campus. Didn’t spend much time at the cabin., but it was very nice, good location would definitely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Jul 9, 2023

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Time away

It was good. Everything was good and easy to find

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Jul 13, 2023

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Quiet and comfortable

I stayed for ten days to help family in the area. A great location, just a quick drive away from Giant City, Makanda, and Carbondale. Comfortable furniture and nice amenities. The owner was quick in responding to questions, and the rate was very reasonable. Pet friendly and nice and cool in the 100 degree heat.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris I., Berwyn, Il, USA

Apr 15, 2023

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Great Place and lots to see and do in the area

Clean and quiet (not a busy time). Several cabins located just off Rt 51 a few miles south of SIU. We are SIU alums from 40 years ago and decided to spend a few days in the area. Visited the school saw a baseball game, did some hiking at Garden of the Gods, Giant City State Park and other Shawnee Forest areas. It was a bit far but even took a day trip to Memphis. had a lot of fun.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

S T.

Sep 22, 2023

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Quaint cabin

Quiet! Clean! Soft, fluffy towels and plenty of them! Had everything we needed while in town visiting family. Thermostat was set between 75-78 and we couldn't change it. But the ceiling fan in the bedroom kept me cool enough. If you are picky about pillows I'd bring your own bc the ones at the cabin were kinda flat. Couch wasn't super comfy but the recliner was decent. Has satellite TV but not a lot of channels so bring your laptop or switch to stay entertained. No hairdryer that I could find. Overall recommend staying here!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Oct 30, 2025

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Marvelous! Our cabin was beautiful, well stocked, and our host, Steve, was most helpful to make sure we had a pleasant stay. The area is beautiful, as well. The cabins are a great base for exploring the area, which for us included Giant City and a visit to SIU-Carbondale. Strongly recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Sep 18, 2025

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Great value and plenty of room, with a nice deck and BBQ. Cabin 2 had separate rooms and a very spacious living room. I would stay there again and it is my favorite for the region.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Aug 3, 2025

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Best trip ever, his cabin was the icing on the cake! We will be coming back trying hard to book this exact cabin <3 GREA FREAKIN WEEKEND

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

William H.

Jul 21, 2025

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Nice spot off the beaten path

If you are looking for something small, off of the beaten path, clean, and pleasant, this is your spot. We needed a spot for a central hub to fall asleep in between youth camp activities. I will say that the couch and chair were pretty stiff but not unbearable. I know after a few rentals, this host will be happy to replace them. They had just about everything that you need. Near the golf course, it is also a great spot to take a break for a day or so and enjoy a few rounds of golf.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

eddi p.

Jun 30, 2025

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Excellent stay

Perfect cabin for relaxing stay. Comfortable beds. Plenty of hot water. Well equipped right down to snacks! Price was affordable and the host was responsive.The only upgrade possibility would be a new couch. That one has seen better days!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Scott S.

Feb 17, 2025

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Nice little cabin

Nice little cabin conveniently located near Carbondale. Also close to Giant City National Park and lodge as well as many of the wineries in the area. Cabin was very clean and near perfect size for a couple or small family. Just was easy to communicate with and had no problem dealing with him.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Dec 10, 2024

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Cabin by the course

we had a great time and really enjoyed our accommodations. so much better than a hotel. everything was very nice in the cabin and it was a perfect choice. thank you for your great accomodationd.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Nov 3, 2024

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Great stay!

This place was perfect for our weekend stay. The cabin was clean and cozy, thought it could be buggy due to the location but not one in sight. We used the pullout couch bed which was good for our needs but the mattress is thin so it was helpful we brought a second comforter to add more cushioning. Also, the host was very attentive and responsive. Place had everything we needed and I would definitely stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Oct 30, 2024

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Cute cabin

Cute cabin Clean Well equipped Conveniently licatedy

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd D.

Oct 6, 2024

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Getaway

It was just what we needed.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Oct 4, 2024

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Cozy, comfortable cabin.

We had a great stay. All was great and we would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

3 Minutes to Giant City - 6 Minutes to SIU - 4 Minutes to Shawnee Winetrail!

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