The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.
Effingham, Carroll County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. Located in the heart of central Illinois, the Redbud Cottage at Lake Sara is a great destination for families or friends, or a perfect stopover for a trip through the Great Midwest. With your own swimming beach, a floating dock to play on, a beautiful wood-burning fireplace, a dock for fishing, and a large deck for sitting in th...
The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. Located in the heart of central Illinois, the Redbud Cottage at Lake Sara is a great destination for families or friends, or a perfect stopover for a trip through the Great Midwest. With your own swimming beach, a floating dock to play on, a beautiful wood-burning fireplace, a dock for fishing, and a large deck for sitting in the sun, enjoy the peace and quiet of our little wooded cottage on the lake.Our beach is SHARED by the Hartmann's grandchildren a few days each Summer. But our grandchildren are still young, will be supervised by adults, and won't use the beach while guests are using the beach or the dock (for example while fishing).Every season is beautiful on Lake Sara, with Spring and Fall being particularly pretty and quiet. The Summer water is wonderful for swimming, and warm from May through September. Enjoy eating on our old family picnic table by the water. Watch the kids swim or play on the beach, or have fun taking a lovely float yourself in Lake Sara's clean, warm water.Wake boarding, tubing, and water skiing are local favorites. There is good fishing for bass, crappie, catfish, and blue gill, especially in the Spring and Fall. Lake Sara sets aside special quiet hours for fishermen. Winter is a great time for crisp woodsy walks and warming fires.Our 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage sleeps ONLY 6 adults (per local regulations) and a "reasonable amount" of children. We have 3 "very comfortable" [Guest reviews] king size beds and a couple of wonderful wide sleeping couches in front of the fireplace. We have sleeping bags for children and a crib for babies. Our kitchen and downstairs were completely remodeled in early 2021. We have a Keurig Coffemaker, a French coffee press, a dishwasher, and all new dishes and pots and pans. Our washer and dryer and two-car garage make this a perfect spot for an extended stay. A canoe and 5 kayaks are available for the use of our guests.Inside, enjoy the separation of a master suite upstairs, as well as the two-and-a-half story, book-filled living room with its massive stone fireplace. You can burn local wood that you'll find stacked at your door. One of our favorite sports is sitting with a book in front of the fire--wine and s'mores are optional.Our lot is full of tall, beautiful oaks and maples, and is in a pretty neighborhood on the quiet western end of Lake Sara. Redbud trees line Lorton road and are being planted among our woods, bringing their vivid purple/pink flowers in Spring. Views from our huge deck are all water and trees--you can only see one other house. The Lake is surrounded by good Illinois farmland, so it's a wonderful spot for long flat bike rides and walks.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach chairs
- Bicycles
- Boat
- Kayak / canoe
- Water sports gear
- Golf
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
- DVD player
- Video library
- Stereo
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
- Garage
Safety
- 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
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Outlet shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Basketball court
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Lake view
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- French
- Spanish
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach loungers
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Highchair
- Travel cot
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's toys
- Playground
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Stereo
- DVD player
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- 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.
- Smoke-free property
- In-room accessibility
- Note from host: Smoking allowed out in our yard and by the lake.
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- On a lake
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Bicycles
- Golf
- Water sports equipment
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Boat
- Kayak
- Basketball nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
General
- Bicycles
- Unit size: 1,500 square feet
- Garden
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Families love it for
- Kitchen, playground, near the beach, games and toys
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Please leave Kitchen as Clean as you found it! We'll have the rest of the cottage & laundry cleaned for you.: Please leave Kitchen as Clean as you found it! We'll have the rest of the cottage & laundry cleaned for you.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Note from host: Renters having loud parties will be ejected.
- Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
- Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Effingham
Located in Effingham, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ballard Nature Center and Lake Sara, while Effingham Performance Center and Mid America Motorworks, My Garage Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Bliss Park and Effingham County Fairgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Lake Sara 21 min drive
- Effingham Performance Center 21 min drive
- Effingham County Courthouse 23 min drive
- HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital 23 min drive
- Cross at the Crossroads 24 min drive
Getting around
- Effingham Station 23 min drive
- Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) 80 min drive
Restaurants
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 22 min drive
- McDonald's 22 min drive
- Casey's General Store 23 min drive
- Culver's 21 min drive
- Burger King 23 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Cardinal Golf Course, Bliss Park and Village Square Mall. Lake Sara and Effingham Performance Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).