Private retreat in the woods with hiking and fishing

Follow a private lane into the woods where you will discover your own private 400 acre retreat. A rustic feel with exposed hardwoods, complete with a fully stocked kitchen, rain shower, wood burning stove and rocking chairs. Listen to the birds and watch the sun set in a gorgeous setting. Enjoy having no neighbors! The cabin is secluded and private. Only minutes from Creal Springs for convienence and just 15 minutes from Marion, IL. Close to all that Southern Illinois has to offer and near several Shawnee National Forest recreation destinations and state parks. Don't forget your fishing poles, we have 2 catch and release fishing ponds. Also, miles of walking trails, (no atvs or horses, please.) Relax outdoors under the covered porch, at the picnic area or around the stone fire pit. We provide the firewood, so bring the smores! With ample sleeping beds and a wood burning stove, this property makes for a perfect retreat any time of year for our guests. Enjoy our seasonal u-pick flowers on the front of the property, starting June thru September. Nearby Towns: 2 mi to Creal Springs, IL 14 mi to Marion, IL 24 mi to Harrisburg, IL 28 mi to Carbondale, IL 38 mi to Golconda, IL Recreation: We are pretty much in the middle of southern Illinois, convienent to both east and west sides of the Shawnee National Forest. 5 mi to Lake of Egypt 10 mi to Mandala Gardens 16 m to Ferne Clyffe State Park 18 mi to Crab Orchard Wildlife Refuge 21 mi to Panthers Den 22 mi to Bell Smith Springs 23 mi to Jackson Hole 26 mi to Giant City State Park 27 mi to Wildcat Bluff 30 mi to Heron Pond 37 mi to Alto Pass (Rendlemans and Flamm orchards, Alto Clayworks, etc.) 38 mi to Garden of the Gods 42 mi to Pamona Natural Bridge 43 mi to Holy Boulders 53 mi to Inspiration Point Wineries: 18 miles to Honker Hill 24 mi to Blue Sky 24 mi to Feather Hill 25 mi to Starview 27 mi to Hog Hollow 33 mi to Owl Creek Try out Big Blues Que in Creal Springs (Fri & Sat) for delicious BBQ! Also Sugar Creek Cafe is a great little diner to grab breakfast or lunch during the week! Grilling meat selection for the grill: Smalls Meat Market, Marion, IL KF MEATS, Vienna, IL Notes: Starting October 30th thru December please do not walk on the woods trails. This is to keep the deer from being spooked or startled by people walking around in the woods for Archery season. Property is already leased out for archery season. No other hunting allowed. If you have questions, please feel free to reach out and ask! About pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total).I provide 2 dog blankets + towels for the doggies.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:No A.T.V or horse traffic on trails. Trails in the woods are closed starting October 1st through January 31st for hunting..Fishing in our ponds is catch and release only so we can grow our fish population.,Please no loose trash in the big outside trashcan that doesn't have a bag. Thank you!.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.