See Garden of the Gods; Shawnee National Forest, Illinois Ozarks
Elizabethtown, Colfax County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
See Garden of the Gods; Shawnee National Forest, Illinois Ozarks This single family, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is located just minutes from the famous Garden of the Gods in southern Illinois. The home was completely remodeled summer of 2019 and easily accommodates 8 people. There is a hot tub on the screened in back porch and a large full size kitchen with full size appliances, laundry room with wash...
See Garden of the Gods; Shawnee National Forest, Illinois Ozarks This single family, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is located just minutes from the famous Garden of the Gods in southern Illinois. The home was completely remodeled summer of 2019 and easily accommodates 8 people. There is a hot tub on the screened in back porch and a large full size kitchen with full size appliances, laundry room with washer and dryer. The living room has a 55" HD TV with Dish TV that includes 250 channels. We also offer free fiber-optic WiFi internet (50mps). There is a desk for those that may need to work a little and air hockey for those that don't. We supply complimentary coffee, coffee filters, cream, sugar packets, salt, pepper, hand soap, dish soap, laundry pods, dishwasher pods, toilet paper, paper towels, firewood and camp chairs and of course, FREE WiFi.Prairie house is located minutes away from Garden of the Gods, Pounds Hollow Lake, Rim Rock Recreational area, Cave in Rock at the heart of the Illinois Ozarks.We are pet friendly and do not charge extra for your pets. Although this home sits on 60 private acres, the owners do live on the back side of this property and ask that you respect their privacy. Guests are welcome to walk around the front of this property but are asked to not go beyond the pond. You are welcome to pet the horses if they come up to the fence but guests may not enter the pasture with the horses at any time. This property does boarder thousands of acres of Shawnee National Forest and is only a 1/4 mile off the River to River trail. Please note, you must include an accurate number of people with your reservation request , regardless of how many nights each person is staying. We do count children as well. We have been in the vacation rental business for 11 years and live on the back of this 60 acre parcel. We are always available by phone or text to our guests if needed.Come see what all the fuss is about and go home with memories to last a lifetime!*** Pets and Kids:***We are a Pet and Kid Friendly rental. We allow up to two pets per unit for no additional charge, however, we do require a credit card to be on file in the event there is any damage to the unit or its furnishings. To remain a pet friendly rental, pets that are aggressive towards other dogs, cats or people, will NOT be allowed. Pet owners assume ALL liability for their pets. Aggressive animals will be asked to leave immediately.All pets are required to be current on shots and must be protected with Flea and Tick medicine BEFORE you arrive. All pets must be crated if left unattended in the units. No exceptions please! For your convenience, we do rent crates of all sizes for $8 per visit (not per night) but it is BYOB (Bring Your Own Blanket). Please call us in advance if you will need a crate in your unit. Please note, we will automatically charge your credit card for any damages done to the units, furnishings, linens or towels. PLEASE help us remain a pet friendly resort and just let us know if your pet had a bad day and accidentally chewed the towel or corner of the rug. We ask only that you reimburse us for the cost of the damaged item.Even if your pet typically doesn't jump on the furniture, PLEASE bring thick blankets to cover the furniture with anyway! This goes a long way to helping the cleaning people get all the dog hair up before the next guests arrive. Thanks!The unit is guaranteed to be ready by 4pm. If you plan to arrive early, you MUST CALL us in advance. We will make arrangements to get you in as soon as it is cleaned and ready for you.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Internet
- Air conditioning
Kitchen
- Grill
- Coffee maker
Outside
- Fire pit
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / cable
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- Exterior lighting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Extra beds/cots
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Air conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Pet-friendly
- Dryer
Languages spoken
- English
Internet
- Available in the house: Internet access
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Day bed
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Shower
- Bathtub or shower
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Patio
- Firepit
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- Pet friendly
- 2 pets total
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
General
- Unit size: 1,800 square feet
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)
- Deadbolt lock
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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
- 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 and a deadlock
About the area
Elizabethtown
Elizabethtown is home to this holiday home. Rim Rock National Recreation Trailhead and Garden of the Gods Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Garden of the Gods Recreation Area. Ross Cottom Lanes and The Chocolate Factory are also worth visiting.
Nearby locations
- Shawnee National Forest 1 min walk
- Garden of the Gods Recreation Area 12 min drive
- Garden of the Gods Trailhead 19 min drive
- Hitching Post Trailhead 19 min drive
- Cave in Rock State Park 42 min drive
Getting around
- Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) 71 min drive
Restaurants
- Trail End Restaurant 20 min drive
- The Gap Bar & Grill 15 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is See Garden of the Gods; Shawnee National Forest, Illinois Ozarks pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at See Garden of the Gods; Shawnee National Forest, Illinois Ozarks?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at See Garden of the Gods; Shawnee National Forest, Illinois Ozarks?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is See Garden of the Gods; Shawnee National Forest, Illinois Ozarks located?
Situated in Elizabethtown, this holiday home is steps from Shawnee National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rim Rock National Recreation Trailhead and Garden of the Gods Recreation Area. Garden of the Gods Trailhead and Hitching Post Trailhead are also within 9 miles (15 km).