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NEW! The Blue View Cabin - A Winery and Outdoor Recreation Get Away

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Experience the cozy modern farm house cabin, nestled on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail with a clear view of Blue Sky Winery. Enjoy nearby access to Feather Hill and Star View wineries for an unforgettable getaway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 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.

NEW! The Blue View Cabin - A Winery and Outdoor Recreation Get Away

Located on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail with a clear view of Blue Sky Winery and a short
drive to Feather Hill, Star View, and other popular wineries, this cozy modern farm house
cabin is the perfect get away.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Place dirty towels in washer and start.
Empty and dispose of used food in fridge. Gather all garbage from kitchen and bathroon1s and place in dumpster outside.
If any furniture was moved, please replace it to its original location. Patio must be left tidy and BBQ grill needs scrapped if used.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No, Fires inside or outside the cabin. Including candles or camp fires.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
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

Winery Outdoor recreation hideaway

About the area

Located in Makanda, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. King Neptune Memorial and Railroaders Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Blue Sky Vineyards and StarView Vineyards. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Makanda, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Giant City State Park - 14 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 29 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 36 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 37 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Blue Sky Vineyard - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪StarView Vineyards - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Lick Creek Public Water - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Whit And Lisa's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW! The Blue View Cabin - A Winery and Outdoor Recreation Get Away pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at NEW! The Blue View Cabin - A Winery and Outdoor Recreation Get Away?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at NEW! The Blue View Cabin - A Winery and Outdoor Recreation Get Away?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW! The Blue View Cabin - A Winery and Outdoor Recreation Get Away?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NEW! The Blue View Cabin - A Winery and Outdoor Recreation Get Away located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Blue Sky Vineyards. Panther Den Trailhead is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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NEW! The Blue View Cabin - A Winery and Outdoor Recreation Get Away Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Amazing stay!

Loved our stay at this location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our needs. It was super clean and more than adequate space for 3 couples. the location was great for visiting the wineries and other Southern Illinois attractions. I will recommend this house to friends.Thanks much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

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

Girl's Weekend

We booked this house for a girl's weekend. The location was great and close to several of the wineries we wanted to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Awesome place

Awesome place - clean and very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Excellent stay.

Great location. Spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Beautiful home in the perfect location!

Our family loved this home! It is beautiful and exactly as listed, communication with the host was fast and easy, and it was close to everything we had planned for the weekend. We will stay again and would recommend to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Girls wine weekend

We stayed last year and had such a great experience, we decided to stay again!! Beautiful location with everything you need for a great stay. Highly recommend staying here if you are in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

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

Girls weekend

We had a great time. Great location to wine trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley G.

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

Great spot!!

We loved our stay! Perfect location on the Shawnee Wine Trail. House was clean, cozy and comfortable. Easy check in and out. Would recommend to book this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody P.

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

Blue View Cabin stay

This place was amazing, so nice and clean and had everything we needed. Stayed here on a girls trip, there were 6 of us and it was so comfortable and accommodating. The property owner was very responsive. Would love to stay here again the next time I visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslee F.

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

Beautiful Stay!

We wanted a place to have a relaxing stay for friends with wineries nearby. This was a perfect place! The open concept was perfect for spending time together and the proximity to wineries was nice. It was very clean and welcoming from the start. The host was helpful. I recommend this place and will probably stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JaneAnne H.

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

Girls Trip

Our stay here was amazing! The house is beautiful and well decorated. The location was great and very peaceful, but also conveniently located near Blue Sky! We had everything we needed to cook meals and plenty of space to relax! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Family girl weekend

Family girl weekend of four generations ranging in ages from 13-81 stayed the weekend and had a great time being together visiting, playing games, shopping and eating out. Enjoyed the shops in Makanda and eating at Giant City Lodge. The house was very clean and spacious and was perfect for our weekend getaway. Everything was perfect!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy V.

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

Girls getaway

This place is awesome! Beautiful and very clean. Close to the wineries and has everything you need. Communication with the host was easy and quick. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lacy K.

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

Perfect getaway

This place was absolutely beautiful. The communication with the owner was open and prompt . It was so cute and fully furnished with everything you need . The beds were so comfortable. I can’t wait to stay here again . 10/10 recommend this place .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

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

Wine country getaway

Loved this home away from home for a couples group winery trip. We did not encounter any hiccups that affected our stay. Decor and updated bathrooms were awesome. Very peaceful location! Owner communication was great❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Eclipse

The house was better than expected. Very clean, plenty of kitchen and dishware, The beds were very comfortable. We had a great time watching the eclipse and then all the wildlife too. Lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica g.

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

Business trip

Absolutely LOVED this home! It was the ideal location for the work I needed to complete. Also had amazing views of the wildlife outside the kitchen window around dusk! So quiet and peaceful!!! Additionally, the host was so kind and accommodating. Only complaint is my time there was too short :(. Hope to be back very soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

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

Spacious and homey living in the country...

We thoroughly enjoyed this modern open floor plan domicile. It was nicely stocked with everything needed to make us feel like this was our home away from home. The beds are very comfy, the two bathrooms gave us plenty of space for our crew of 5 and small touches, like a blanket basket, helped us settle right in. The views and sounds of nature are the frosting on the getaway "cupcake". Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Macey S.

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

Perfect house for a larger group!

We rented this house for a bachelorette party weekend and it was absolutely perfect! It had plenty of space for everyone to sleep as well as a large open area to eat, play games and watch tv. We had a group of 10 and every single person commented on how nice the house was! The outside patio area was also very nice and had great views. The owner was very easy to communicate with and get ahold of with any questions. Will definitely make plans to return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house!! We really enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina B.

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

Perfect location for the Blue Sky Winery event or just anytime you want to get away.

For an event, perfectly accommodated our family. Beautifully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025