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Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player
Property grounds
Escape to a serene setting at this cozy cabin, where nature's beauty shines through. Enjoy a drink on the large deck overlooking the picturesque landscape and lake, perfect for fishing from the bank or dock.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre

This cozy and inviting cabin offers you a relaxing, serene, and tranquil setting. Inside you will enjoy a charming and comfortable, well-kept cabin with all the amenities that you need. During your stay you will see nature at its finest. Enjoy a drink on the large deck overlooking the picturesque landscape as well as the lake. If you enjoy fishing then this stocked lake is the place for you. Feel free to fish on the bank or the dock. This cabin is part of the original homestead that was established in 1855 by Valentine Kimber. It is located less than 10 minutes from interstate 57 and local winery trails.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Charming Overlooking 5 Acre
Charming Cabin Overlooking 5 Acre Lake Cabin
Charming Cabin Overlooking 5 Acre Lake Dongola
Charming Cabin Overlooking 5 Acre Lake Cabin Dongola

About the neighborhood

Map
Dongola, IL

What's nearby

  • Dongola Lake - 12 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Dongola Public Library - 12 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Lake of Egypt - 44 min drive - 33.8 miles
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 45 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 56 min drive - 31.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cairo, IL (CIR-Cairo Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Garage - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Krispy Krunchy Chicken - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Hoggy's Southern Style - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪SubWay - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blue Fish Lagoon Bar And Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Dongola Lake, Dongola Public Library, and Shawnee National Forest. Ullin City Hall and Limekin Springs Trail Trailhead are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Russell T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Will stay again. Nice place to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We were visiting the wine trail and used this property as a stopping point for the night. Great little get away!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend fishing trip

Great place to get away for the weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Cabin in the Woods

What a cute property that is nicely furnished and very comfortable. Suzie was a great host and we’d definitely book this place again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and time

This is the second time I have stay here. Both of my stays didn’t disappoint me in any way. Very nice accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin

Our stay was wonderful. The cabin was beautiful and clean. It was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Dongola Cabin

Cute updated cabin with a rich history on small lake. It was central to all the places and things we visited. Suzzie was an excellent host. We had our family of 5 there for the weekend and it was a great place to stay. We'll be back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for birding

The cabin is so comfy and homey. We loved the setting and could watch birds as we ate on the deck. Centrally located for birding. Only 30 minutes from several hot birding/hiking spots. We thoroughly enjoyed the stay and hope to be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Much need rest and relaxation in a tranquil country setting. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Date night

We had an absolutely wonderful evening. Cooked dinner, plenty of things there for cooking and the back patio was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hubby & I snuck away for our anniversary & this place was perfect!!!

This cabin is far enough in the country for peace & privacy, yet within a 10-15 min drive to food, shopping & entertainment! We spoiled ourselves & ate out all weekend, but the kitchen is supplied for all your cooking needs. Wonderful sheets & towels as well!!! We can’t wait to go back🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pure Tranquility

This was a great property, both as a place to just relax and as a home base for exploring southern Illinois. The hosts were wonderful. The house is comfortable and the kitchen is fully equipped. Sitting on the deck anytime a day is so very relaxing. Something to be aware of if you use GPS directions, the house is on the opposite side of the road than the Google maps indicate.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee Amber G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and Quiet

I booked this place for my parents to get away for a few days. They really enjoyed the peace and quiet. The furnishings were to their liking, except the bed was a little bit high for them to get in and out of, but they managed. The place was clean, light & airy. Their favorite part was the deck though. They ate breakfast every morning out there enjoying the beautiful nature. The wind chimes & the flowers out front were an added bonus. The flowers had a pleasant fragrance. Stores & restaurants were within 6 -7 miles which made it very convenient. The host was readily available upon request. Great place to stay if you want peace and quiet. Thumbs up for this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful cottage for restful and restorative vacation.

We walked in and found a very cozy and homey cabin. The deck outside is the most peaceful place I’ve been in a while. I am a bird lover and found plenty of birds to identify. I was also very excited to see wood ducks and blue wing teal. My boyfriend went and caught tons of bass and some huge crappie. I even caught a few even though I am not a fisherman in the slightest. The weather did not cooperate and we were not able to use the paddle boat Ms. Suzzie provided to my disappointment. We had several strong storms that made being inside even better. I heard myself think for the first time in a long time. The beautiful historic barn was a focus of many pictures. The bathtub is amazing and is a requirement for those needing a good soak. If your needing to recharge and refresh this is the place to go! The fresh air, solitude and beautiful property restores your soul. Ms. Suzzie was excellent checking and replying quickly to any questions or comments. Thank you again! Beth & Joe
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
So Clean, Comfy and Serene!! Worth the drive for solitude.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Getaway

2nd time staying here Suzzie is a great host goes out of her way to make sure you’re happy the coffee pot went out the day after we got there didn’t look very old told her about it and that it wasn’t a big deal we just boiled some water and poured it t the filter about a half hour later she showed up with another one looking forward to our next trip there so peaceful relaxing and quiet can’t wait
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility

Beautiful, peaceful location. The house made you feel like you were at home. Will definitely stay again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and peaceful

A well-kept property located in a beautiful, tranquil setting. Definitely a place we would return again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredibly nice!

Second visit- I love this house and the location. So welcoming, very clean, and has everything you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Super peaceful and CLEAN! Great place for my wife and I to relax, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ReDonna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a gem!

This place is nothing short of amazing. The views, the fishing and the wildlife. This short trip to decompress from work was so worth it and we wish we had more time off to stay longer. Suzy is amazing. The cabin is adorable and fully stocked with all the things you need. This will be another of our yearly stops!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin!

Great location! Perfect for our small group!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The setting is nice no close neighbors very peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway weekend

Is located about 35 minutes from Marion and 45 from Carbondale. A small town with Walmart and others businesses is about 10 minutes away. The residence is an older house that has been very well maintained and is super clean. The hostess was very helpful with everything. There are seats out front and a large deck, with a covered area, on the back porch that overlooks a large pond. There is only one residence that can be seen from this one and we never saw anyone around it. This is a great place to stay and relax. Will be looking forward to going back and staying in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stavroula K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We’ll be back!

The deck is amazing, the view from the deck is even better 😍. The paddle boats were fun and the lake is nice and big. We caught a few fish in it too. Suzzie is a wonderful host and was very quick to respond from the start. We visited in March (obviously a chillier time of year in Illinois) and it was worth it. I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024