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Beautiful location in the secluded woods

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $191
$181 nightly
$191 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1

Explore the area

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Pomona, IL
  • Place, Pomona Winery
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Peachbarn Winery
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Grand Canyon Trail Trailhead
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Girardeau, MO (CGI-Cape Girardeau Municipal)
    ‪66 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Pomona

When you stay at this vacation home in Pomona, you'll be steps from Shawnee National Forest. .This vacation home is 13.8 mi (22.1 km) from Mississippi River and 17.4 mi (28.1 km) from Southern Illinois University.
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What's nearby

  • Pomona Winery - 17 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Peachbarn Winery - 21 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Von Jakob Winery & Brewery - 22 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Cedar Lake - 24 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Little Grand Canyon Trail Trailhead - 28 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 33 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Havisham Bourbon Bar - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Ridge Vineyard - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Mase's Place - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Peach Barn Cafe - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful location in the secluded woods

This is your peaceful and serene nature getaway with an off grid appeal. It is secluded and beautiful and borders the Shawnee National Forest boundary. It is right on the wine trail in southern Illinois, with plenty of orchards and famous hiking trails such as Little Grand Canyon and Pomona Natural Bridge. Hunting is legal on this 8.2 acre property, and there are plenty of places to hike on the property and into the connecting Shawnee National Forest. There are picnic areas in the woods and a spacious back deck to enjoy your morning coffee or evening glass of wine while enjoying the sunset. This place is very secluded and there is almost no traffic as it sits on a one lane farm road. The entire home has been renovated and remodeled, with a wood burning stove inside. For 2024, it is in the heart of total darkness for the eclipse! Rent this secluded place and have it all to yourself for the week! Your pets are more than welcome! The bedrooms sleep 5 people. Extra guests are welcome to bring air mattresses. The kitchen has coffee and a coffee maker, as well as ice and water. There is bathtub and a shower for guests. There is also a sheltered picnic area outside in case of rain, as well as a covered back deck. WI-FI has just been added to the home! .

Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This vacation home features wheelchair access, games, and rock climbing nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include designated smoking areas, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

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

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Beautiful location in the secluded woods Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilmer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy access and beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very nice and clean. We really enjoyed staying there. We would love to rent this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. The host was very responsive prior to the trip and ensured us to let him know if we needed anything during our stay. The residence is perfect for a trip off the beaten path.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for pets....so quiet and Peaceful....communication with host was outstanding....clean and comfortable..very enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is wonderful for BBQs and having family in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host. Secluded location. Very nice house that was spotless.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place to stay.The owners were attentive and stayed in contact to ensure everything was ok.The property itself would be a great location for a family and/or friends vacation!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great privacy quiet location great communication
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing getaway! So secluded and private....surrounded by nature...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianna S.

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

Visit!

The house was lovely, the location beautiful and quiet. The host was very attentive and made sure our stay was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jenny h.

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

Beautiful

Good location , enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chase M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot! Definitely will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

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

Great family retreat

Our trip was to attend my son's graduation from SIU. The cabin was in an accessible spot to Carbondale and was great for the 5 of us. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent secluded home in the heart of the wine country. We love having the wood stove inside during the winter when we stayed. Home was clean and had all the amenities we could ask for our weekend stay. We will be booking again in the spring or summer to bring the kids to explore the woods and the connecting Shawnee national forest property. Close to wineries and restaurants in the area as well as hiking trails. Loved it!!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely tucked back in the woods for a peaceful and quiet getaway. House was well stocked
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, Kevin was communicative and helpful. The space was convenient for our family and the beds and kitchen clean. We will most likely rent again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was secluded, clean and everything we wanted. Host was amazing and got back to us when needed. We came to just get away and it was perfect. No one close to the property. I don’t think we even heard another car while at the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary F.

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

Forest getaway.

Such a nice quiet place to stay...very clean and spacious everything you need...fully stocked..5 stars for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Humberto A.

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

Love it

Loved the place, communication with the owner was fast. We enjoyed our stay. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda N.

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

Private and safe

Cute cabin out in the wilderness but safe for sure. We had a great time. Right in the middle of the wine trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B L.

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

Lovely Lodge

We enjoyed our visit! The lodge was very clean, spacious and had plenty of amenities! The kids loved exploring the property! The owner advised us of great places to eat and nearby hiking trails! We loved the area and were very satisfied with this lovely lodge!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Perfect Setting

We stayed at the VRBO to go hunting in Oakwood bottoms. It was perfectly located and very convenient.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great. Took the time to show me around. Very nice guy. The house was newly remodeled and clean. Stocked with housewares and all appliances including a grill so just bring your food. Great place if you want something secluded.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manivannan R.

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

Peaceful Location

The cabin was perfect, neat and clean, it had all we needed for the stay. This will be a perfect place to spend with family away from busy schedule, host was very friendly and kind, replies fast. We stayed three nights, there isnt much to explore around but it was relaxing.!! We went to ponoma natural bridge, Bald knob Cross and Cedar Lake beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Friends vaca

Fire pit was amazing, we had a lot of room inside and outdoors with 6 people staying!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024