Wooded rural country estate near Lake Shelbyville and Illinois Amish country
Mattoon, Shawano County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Wooded rural country estate near Lake Shelbyville and Illinois Amish country I want everyone to be able to enjoy the serenity and peace this property offers. On Monday-April 13, 2020-at the pond nearest the house, I sat and watched a Loon, 6 Mallard Ducks and a mother and father swan with 5 young ones. The evening before, there were 6 or 7 deer grazing in the yard and field by the barn. It migh...
Wooded rural country estate near Lake Shelbyville and Illinois Amish country I want everyone to be able to enjoy the serenity and peace this property offers. On Monday-April 13, 2020-at the pond nearest the house, I sat and watched a Loon, 6 Mallard Ducks and a mother and father swan with 5 young ones. The evening before, there were 6 or 7 deer grazing in the yard and field by the barn. It might not be everyone's idea of heaven on earth, but it's mine.Surrounded by amber fields in the summer and fall and over 1,000 acres of wooded lands, our 30 acre country property is located far enough away from population that you won’t hear any of the traffic noise that goes with a typical city, other than the sound of the train whistle from the tracks about 3 miles away. Nestled almost exactly in between the city of Arthur, the hub of Illinois Amish Country; Lake Shelbyville, a fisherman’s and boaters paradise; the city of Charleston, home of Eastern Illinois University and Lincoln Log Cabin; and the city of Mattoon, home of Lakeland College, you're less than a 30 minute drive in any direction to a host of family friendly activities in small town surroundings.Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen (including most typical condiments, herbs, spices and pantry items), two enclosed sun porches, and the lower level game room that includes a pool table and foosball table. The house was built in the early 1940’s single handed by a New York Central railroad engineer. Although the house electrical and plumbing mechanics have been updated to modern standards, and additions have been added, you can still see his meticulous craftsmanship throughout the house particularly in the solid oak floors and thick hickory planking used for the interior walls.With a blanket of stars against a coal black sky on many nights, this rural country estate offers all the comforts of your own home, along with the peace and quiet of a wooded remote country setting.Complimentary fresh baked bread from the farm kitchen greets each rental guest.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- WiFi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Satellite / cable
- Video games
- DVD player
- Stereo
- Pool table
- Ping pong table
- Foosball
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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Lake
- Village
- Rural
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Cross-country skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Outlet shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf privileges optional
- 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
- Barbecue grill
- Pet-friendly
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
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
- 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Mattoon
Located in Mattoon, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Lincoln Log Cabin and Airtight Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kinzel Field and Lake Shelbyville. Travelling with kids? Consider Beachy's Bulk Foods, or check out an event or a game at Lantz Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Mattoon City Hall 15 min drive
- Mattoon Peterson Park 17 min drive
- Lake Shelbyville 21 min drive
- Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospital 25 min drive
- Eastern Illinois University 36 min drive
Getting around
- Mattoon Station 13 min drive
- Decatur, IL (DEC) 47 min drive
Restaurants
- Villa Pizza 16 min drive
- Dairy Queen 15 min drive
- Casey's General Store 16 min drive
- Downtown Diner 16 min drive
- Little Caesars Pizza 16 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wooded rural country estate near Lake Shelbyville and Illinois Amish country pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Wooded rural country estate near Lake Shelbyville and Illinois Amish country?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wooded rural country estate near Lake Shelbyville and Illinois Amish country?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Wooded rural country estate near Lake Shelbyville and Illinois Amish country located?
Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mattoon City Hall, Kinzel Field and Lake Shelbyville. Beachy's Bulk Foods and Mattoon Peterson Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).