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Prime Location- 7 min drive to Blue Sky & Star View - Modern Lodge

Prime Location- 7 min drive to Blue Sky & Star View - Modern Lodge

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Updated look for 2024 - Swing Bed for porch coming soon!
Snow covered Lodge…should be a postcard
Deck with awesome view of Firefly Valley
Front door
Front porch  Coffee Spot

Overview of Prime Location- 7 min drive to Blue Sky & Star View - Modern Lodge

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 152600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

Map
Makanda, IL
  • Popular LocationBlue Sky Vineyards7 min drive
  • Popular LocationStarView Vineyards13 min drive
  • Popular LocationGiant City State Park20 min drive
  • AirportCarbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Prime Location- 7 min drive to Blue Sky & Star View - Modern Lodge

Located on 75 secluded acres on the Shawnee Wine Trail, Firefly Valley Lodge offers spectacular views and a peaceful setting for your getaway. The Lodge offers breathtaking views of nature to be enjoyed from the large wrap-around deck. For those cool evenings, a large oversized two-tiered custom fire pit is available to keep you warm after a long day on the wine trail. Located within a few miles of Blue Sky, Owl Creek, StarView and Orlandini wineries, the Lodge is on Rocky Comfort Road, right in the heart of Southern Illinois Wine Country.

Connected to our private property is 140 acres of the Shawnee National Forest. Hunting and hiking possibilities are endless at Firefly Valley. The Lodge is within minutes of Southern Illinois University, Giant City State Park, Devils Kitchen and Little Grassy lakes.

The Firefly Valley Lodge is a 2 story cedar sided Lodge. The 4 bedroom 2 bath house features a open concept living room and kitchen with a magnificent vaulted ceiling and beautiful hardwood flooring.

The Living room features leather couches including a pull-out bed for additional guests. The Kitchen is fully stocked with everything you would need including all stainless steel appliances and a beautiful dining table. The main floor also includes two Guest Bedrooms both beautifully appointed with Queen beds. A full bath completes the main floor. A luxury Master Suite with a King size bed with its own bath are up the stairs for your privacy. The fourth and final bedroom is located in the basement. This bedroom is an oversized room big enough to hold a Queen bed and a full size couch. The living room and all main floor bedrooms and the master bedroom contain 47 inch flat screen TVs with satellite service.

All linens, utensils etc. are included in your rental. The furnishings in the home are stylish and high quality. Each item was chosen for this lodge specifically as if it was our personal home, making the Lodge stand alone in quality

Property manager

Matt and Corene
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Makanda

Located in Makanda, this cabin is in a rural area. Blue Sky Vineyards and StarView Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Makanda, IL

What's nearby

  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 7 min drive
  • StarView Vineyards - 13 min drive
  • Giant City State Park - 20 min drive
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 26 min drive
  • Southern Illinois University - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 37 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - 31 min drive
  • StarView Vineyards - 13 min drive
  • Orlandini Vineyard - 5 min drive
  • Giant City Lodge - 29 min drive
  • Lick Creek Public Water - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Prime Location- 7 min drive to Blue Sky & Star View - Modern Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Prime Location- 7 min drive to Blue Sky & Star View - Modern Lodge ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Prime Location- 7 min drive to Blue Sky & Star View - Modern Lodge ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Prime Location- 7 min drive to Blue Sky & Star View - Modern Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Shawnee National Forest and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Blue Sky Vineyards. StarView Vineyards and Panther Den Trailhead are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debra b., Alton Il United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Wine trip
Had a great time at the house. Had all the necessities we needed. Arrived after dark and was unable to find the key pad to unlock the house. We did call the owner and found out that it was on the back door. The dishwasher did not work and outside lighting was not nearly enough. I didn’t realize how dark it could be. Had several lady bugs in the upstairs bedroom. The kitchen chairs were wobbly. I realize these were very trivial issues so overall the stay was enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Clayton R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend Getaway
We stayed here with our extended family (10 adults and 2 kids) for a weekend getaway. Everything was great and the hosts were easy to communicate with. We really enjoyed the location and its proximity to two of our favorite wineries.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for family weekend.
This is our second year staying here, and we just love it for our family! It is very comfortable, the location is perfect and communication was quick. We will be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The house was great and clean. The Wi-Fi is the only complaint no service out there. Other than that it was a perfect weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool location
Loved the place thanks for everything! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Matt and Corene

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Owners of mavoproperty located in southern Illinois

Why they chose this property

The views are incredible. Also, not only is the property large with 75 acres….it borders 140 acres of the Shawnee National Forest.

What makes this property unique

Bordering the shawnee national forest all the hiking you could ever want. Lodge sits on top of Firefly Valley. Incredible views

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