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Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Carrier Mills, IL
  • Saline County Area Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Shawnee National Forest
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Harrisburg Township Park District
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors.

Located conveniently near the Shawnee National Forest. Hunting, fishing, and hiking (400+ miles of trails) are all easily accessible activities. Our property is on the Tunnel Hill State Trail for cycling enthusiasts. Garden of the Gods, Stone Face, Jackson Falls, Dixon Springs, Rim Rock, and Ferne Clyffe are just a few of the must see sites. Venture to Bald Knob Cross of Peace for breathtaking views that overlook 3 states. Along these roads you can also find many local wineries, micro breweries and antique shops.

Our home is set up for short term stays with a washer and dryer, as well as cooking needs and small appliances. There are 2 Roku TVs in the living room and master bedroom to stream shows on the free WiFi.

We have exterior security cameras. The cameras are at both the front and back porches. They record the front and back porches, driveway and the front and back yards. We have access to recorded footage at all times. We receive notifications from the exterior cameras 24/7. We have a zero tolerance party regarding unauthorized parties, illegal behavior and allowing unregistered guests onto our property.

There are many options for dining out depending on your palate and price level. Shopping for essentials is easily accessible at several local markets if you prefer to dine in.

Make yourself at home and enjoy the quiet relaxing surroundings. Come and explore all that Southern Illinois has to offer. It is a perfect place to unwind and reconnect with nature.
During your stay at Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors., you'll be close to Saline County Area Museum.
  • Free WiFi
  • 10 minutes by car from Shawnee National Forest and 8 minutes from Saline County Area Museum
Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors. offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Donald Scott

Languages

English

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, 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.

Adventure Awaits exploring the Shawnee National Forest and the great outdoors. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Conveniently located
Was a good stay that put me close to everything I needed for the week. Don was great to deal with and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place
My buddy and I had a great few days staying here. It was perfect for our hunting trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness
hunting trip 2024
the place was exactly what was stated and was perfect for our purpose.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had a great stay here! It was so convenient and perfect for our family visiting the Garden of the Gods. The kitchen was fully stocked with all cooking utensils, dishes, coffee, pans, etc. My kids loved the big bunk bed! The beds were all very comfortable. We made great memories here! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carrier Mills
The place is clean and well furnished. The property owner was fantastic to communicate with. The location is conveniently located and was quiet during our stay. There are an abundance of lady bugs in this area, we visited several places with lady bugs. Water pressure is great. For a small mobile home it has sufficient air conditioning.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country feel
Loved the stay the decor was beautiful . If i forgot soemthing they had it will stay again. Hosts was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carrier Mills
The online process to check in was great, the communication with the site manager is awesome, he gets back to you at a reasonable time. The location is convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for two nights and it’s stocked very well and kept pretty clean! The mattresses are kinda thin but overall, the stay was great!! The hosts were extremely nice and thoughtful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy and close to the forest!!
We loved how close we were to all our hikes! The bed was really comfortable and there was plenty of ac and fans to keep us cool in this 90degree heat. The carport was nice to beat the heat. Everything was clean and tidy when we arrived. There was great water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit
The property was clean and next to the trail which was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

tina d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shawnee getaway
Very clean, comfortable accommodations. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oralia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was like home away from home. Loved it would go back .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark C., Lafayette, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Weekend
Nice place to stay close to outdoor activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean but it’s not a Hampton Inn but it’s not the price of one either. Get what you pay for.
The host was very responsive, the place was clean and neat. It’s not some luxury place to stay but for the price you can’t beat it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Stay
We enjoyed our stay at your trailer, the location was good for us, the place was clean and spacious, we would definitely book there again. I would like to see a larger television in the living room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Camille C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect HQ
We booked this location for the proximity to all the amazing outdoor adventures in this area. It served as the perfect HQ for this and was otherwise clean and well appointed. I would definitely book this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

TRACEY J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Hosts
Such a nice, quiet, and relaxing place to stay. Only a few minutes ride to visit family. Lots of amenities, very clean, and hosts were easy to contact. Could not have asked for a more comfortable experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lyn w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is key
Property was fine. Neighborhood, not so much. Lots of traffic and loud booming stereos all night long. Neighborhood dogs barking 24/7. I would stay at this property again IF it was in a different location. Everything else was satisfactory!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, I plan on booking alot more
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David K.

Adventure Was Had!
The booking and check-in process was perfect, it was all logical and seamless. The property was in good order and everything that was promised was there. We ordered a pizza from Casey's online and that worked well. The fire pit was fantastic. The heater worked very well, but did make a loud noise when it kicked on that woke us all up. There was snow on the ground so that was better than freezing to death! The water that came out of the tap smelled like rotten eggs, but that smell went away a bit after we flushed out the system with use. We flushed out the bathtub with hot water and the cleaning supplies on-site, and black grit came out of the joints between the tub and the tub surround. There was a fragrance pod in the living room that gave us a headache, so we bagged that. The town was tiny and had a strange feel to it. The people all seemed to be distant and unfriendly, maybe because it was obvious that we were outsiders in our Honda Mini-Van and new hiking clothes. The day trips to Garden of the Gods and Giant City were fantastic, such a beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carrier Mills
The host is very quick to respond! Very clearn
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Deer camp
Great place to set up camp to enjoy southern IL.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carrier Mills
Great location. Very clean, has everything you need. Owner is very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary N., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Visitin friends on Ledford Rd
We loved staying here because the place was clean and beds were comfortable. We didnt stay a lot of hours because we were at a wedding and visiting friends, but everything was ship-shape. Compared to most rentals like this, there was more "back-up" : coffee, condiments, kitchen stuff, toiletries. (Luckily as hubby forgot his toothbrush!) Quick response to question also.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023