Creekside Valley: secluded, spacious home for 8!

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Washer

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Explore the area

Murphysboro, IL

Sallie Logan Public Library
9 min drive
General John A. Logan Museum
9 min drive
Lake Murphysboro State Park
12 min drive
Carbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)
18 min drive

Room options

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Pet-friendly

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

2 Jan - 3 Jan

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Remodeled in 2012 and completely renovated in 2019-2020, this home provides a rustic and modern feel while relaxing in the country side. Located along a creek bed, this property is within 10 miles of the Shawnee National Forest, with multiple wineries and hiking trails along the way. Being right outside the city limits of Murphysboro, known nationally for its BBQ, and a short drive from Carbondale and SIU (10-15 miles), you will be in an ideal area to see what Southern Illinois is all about!

The space
The highlight of this home is not only the spacious interior, with upgraded appliances and personal touches, but its back yard. Being surrounded by woods, after some rain you will hear the creek flowing at the bottom of the valley. Layers of creek rock line the large firepit. At night, the sky is wide open in the front yard and on a clear night, without the lights of the city interrupting your view, the stars are too numerous to count!

Each of the bedrooms is equipped with a bed, nightstand(s), a TV, DVD player, and storage for clothes and bags (either a dresser or closet). There are 2 full bathrooms which gives plenty of space for 8 guests to share. The kitchen is stocked with everything you should need to get away from the hustle of everyday life. While you're here, slow down, relax, and enjoy the seclusion! There are 3 window AC units and a circular fan as well as ceiling fans throughout the house that keep this home well cooled in the heat of summer.

Wi-Fi is now available at this home! T-mobile is the carrier, and the username/password details are printed out inside the home. DVD's are also provided for your enjoyment.

Murphysboro is well known for its BBQ. 17th Street originated here and Pat's BBQ (also located in Murphysboro) is a fierce competitor, both having received many national awards and recognition. In addition to these restaurants, there are many others that are family-owned in our small (ish) town.

Southern Illinois is also well-recognized as wine country. Starting at this home, you will be at the top of the Shawnee Wine Trail and can hit the wineries one by one. When in season, the fruit from our local orchards are stunning. Nothing compares to a fresh, locally grown peach! Also in Murphysboro: a brewery! Visit one of our many local pubs for a taste!

Kinkaid Lake is only a few miles from this house as well. A must-see while you're in the area: Kinkaid Spillway!

During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Shawnee National Forest. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a jetted tub in the vacation home.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Just a 5-minute drive from Shawnee National Forest and 8 minutes from Town Square

This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Ashley Youngberg

Property amenities

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Spices

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

2 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Jetted
Toilet paper
Soap
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service
DVD player
Video library

Outdoor areas

Patio
Barbecue
Garden
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

On the lake
In a rural location

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Note from host: No more than 8 guests may stay the night.

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Creekside Valley: secluded, spacious home for 8! Murphysboro

Creekside Valley: secluded, spacious home for 8! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8/10 Good

Rebecca W.

22 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice, quiet place to stay

The property was nice. We had no issues at all. The property manager was very accommodating and communicated with us promptly. Definitely a great place to stay if you like the feeling of being at a clubhouse. The cabin itself was nice. It could use a few updates. The front porch and back deck was a little rough looking, but the inside was nice and clean. The one bedroom is huge. You could fit a few full size air-mattresses on there along with the bed, and the bathroom attached is also huge. We would definitely recommend staying there.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Joline P.

4 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls trip

Fun weekend. Clean. Right in the center of nothing and everything at the same time. Beds were VERY comfy!!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah E.

19 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our fishing trip

We were in town to fish Lake Kincaid and the property was a perfect place for us to stay. The driveway was large enough for us to park our vehicles and boats which was really nice. It is the perfect location being out of town just a bit. Thanks again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

15 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

Great getaway for friends to hang out and lots of trails around to walk and plenty of national forest to explore in area. There isn’t a-lot of places to eat close by but with full kitchen and grill out back by fire pit you don’t have to go out to eat all the time.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great girls Winery Weekend

This place was great for our girls winery weekend. Quiet and had everything we needed. The jacuzzi tub was a nice bonus!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittney R.

18 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little getaway

My family and I stayed here for a few days over spring break. House was just as listed. Quick communication from the owner when needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terra E.

28 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Pictures doesn’t do justice on how beautiful the backyard is. The fire pit, the string lights along the wooded area, the iron Sasquatch was perfectly placed in the way back along with a grill and chairs. The back deck was nothing but perfect with a patio set and ceiling fan hung in a shaded area. Everything was perfectly placed in the house with just enough decorations to not make it overly decorated with clutter. We was excited there was stuff to make s’mores when most houses you have to bring that. The scenery to get here or into town was hills, curves and hollers with lots of stuff to see along the way. The drive into town was a short distance. There was a little and I mean little downfall.. The main bedroom wasn’t staying as warm as the rest of the house. We didn’t freeze but it was chillier than the rest of the rooms. We was there when it was 50 degrees now if it had been 30 then it would of been a issue probably., Don’t miss out on this property because it was everything and more. Beautiful! And we even got the key code WAAAYYYY earlier than check in time when most rental properties on VRBO give you it 1 hour before check in. We wasn’t planning on arriving till 6:00 so time wasn’t a factor on this part but it was still nice of her to do that since other people was arriving at different times. Will book again! Thank you Ashley! ❤️

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

3 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

The house was perfect for our hunting trip. Loved the back porch and the privacy. We would stay here more throughout the year if dogs were allowed.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

8 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

The property was great and beautifully updated. It was very clean and had such a nice welcoming feel to it. The location was perfect for the wine trail!! All wineries were a short distance and easy drive. We'd definitely stay again!!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

AMY H.

23 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect getaway

Wonderful accommodations for a great friends and family getaway

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan O.

12 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Good jumping off point for Carbondale, hiking and wineries.

The A/C units were loud and the fridge wasn't very cold, but otherwise we thought the facilities were clean and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Steve M.

10 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Will Stay Here Again

My initial impression of this property was very poor. Just so you know there is no wifi whatsoever in the home. If you book through VRBO the tab for Wifi and it says that the details haven't been added yet, just know that means no wifi at all. We stayed at the property during a heat wave. It was 95 outside and when we arrived at the home the thermostat stated it was 87 degrees in the home. I got in touch with Ashley who assured me it would cool down and it did, but it literally took nine hours for the home to be tolerable. I have suggested that they turn the AC on when expecting a guest so hopefully she will take that advice and you won't have the same experience. We then found the satellite wasn't working (kinda crucial since again no wifi). This was no fault of the owners and they attempted to fix it with the satellite company and when they could not come during our stay we were refunded $25 per day. Once we got past all these initial hiccups things were smooth sailing. The master bedroom has a bathtub that is to die for and the location is great for a little seclusion. Kitchen was well equipped and the sanctuary they have built outside in their backyard is heavenly. We are hoping to return in the fall when it's a little cooler to enjoy the changing leaves of Shawnee National Forest. As a side note you're just minutes from Kincaid Lake and Spillway which was fantastic. We returned every day and my kids voted it as being better than Ferne Clyffe which has been our go to spot for a few years.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Myra G., Springfield, United States

4 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

July Trip

Very good experience, it worked well for our trip to the Southern Illinois area!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

kate k., Illinois

3 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet retreat

Great little secluded family friendly spot! Host was very easy to communicate with and everyone loved the accommodations. Thank you, Ashley!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Amber K.

30 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

The house was very spacious and suited all of our needs. It was a little far from what we had planned but it still worked out pretty well. The back deck and fire area with lights was awesome!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marko S.

17 Feb 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

Our weekend at this property was unforgettable! The cabin was super clean and equipped with everything you need for a quiet family getaway! Our host Ashley was amazing! She went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed during our visit. Highly recommended!