You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre
This cozy and inviting cabin offers you a relaxing, serene, and tranquil setting. Inside you will enjoy a charming and comfortable, well-kept cabin with all the amenities that you need. During your stay you will see nature at its finest. Enjoy a drink on the large deck overlooking the picturesque landscape as well as the lake. If you enjoy fishing then this stocked lake is the place for you. Feel free to fish on the bank or the dock. This cabin is part of the original homestead that was established in 1855 by Valentine Kimber. It is located less than 10 minutes from interstate 57 and local winery trails.
Property manager
Suzzie
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Blender
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
1 bedroom
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1.5 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite service
DVD player
Outdoor areas
Patio
Barbecue grill
Garden
Firepit
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
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.
Wheelchair accessible
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the lake
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Power boating nearby
Horse riding nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)
Property does not allow children
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Property is also known as
Charming Overlooking 5 Acre
Charming Cabin Overlooking 5 Acre Lake Cabin
Charming Cabin Overlooking 5 Acre Lake Dongola
Charming Cabin Overlooking 5 Acre Lake Cabin Dongola
About the neighborhood
Dongola, IL
What's nearby
Dongola Lake - 11 min drive
Dongola Public Library - 12 min drive
Giant City State Park - 47 min drive
Southern Illinois University - 48 min drive
Southeast Missouri State University - 56 min drive
Getting around
Cairo, IL (CIR-Cairo Regional) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Blue Fish Lagoon Bar And Grill - 11 min drive
Hoggy's Southern Style - 8 min walk
Bluefish Cafe - 11 min drive
Ole Mexican Foods - 12 min drive
Tom's Place - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre located?
Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Dongola Lake, Dongola Public Library, and Shawnee National Forest. Ullin City Hall and Limekin Springs Trail Trailhead are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Charming cottage overlooking Lake Acre Reviews
Reviews
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We had a great stay at this property and were amazed at the abundance of wildlife around us. The cabin was very clean and the amenities were excellent.
The cabin is so comfy and homey. We loved the setting and could watch birds as we ate on the deck. Centrally located for birding. Only 30 minutes from several hot birding/hiking spots. We thoroughly enjoyed the stay and hope to be back soon.
This place is incredible. In town for a race and I couldnt have found a better place to stay! Super private, my own pond with pier was A++ and the place was really clean, cute and well stocked with everything I needed. Only down side was I didnt stay longer! Ill be back next year for sure.
Great spot to relax and renew. Many hiking spots near. If your looking for something with minimal neighbors, quite nights, perfect country lake house this is it. 💜
The deck is amazing, the view from the deck is even better 😍. The paddle boats were fun and the lake is nice and big. We caught a few fish in it too. Suzzie is a wonderful host and was very quick to respond from the start. We visited in March (obviously a chillier time of year in Illinois) and it was worth it. I can’t wait to go back!
This property is a hidden gem! So lovely to stay there. This is my second time, my husband's first. The firepit and pond are great ambiance. Love watching the deer and it has everything you need to boot! Thank u for our stay!
We enjoyed our stay here so much. The house was clean, cozy and well equipped. The bed was really comfortable. It was super quiet even with the house being really close to the road. Traffic was minimal. We could have sat out on that deck enjoying the view forever. 🙂 Communication with hosts was easy and fast.
My wife and I enjoyed our stay. The "cabin" was clean and nicely decorated. We spent a lot of time on the back deck enjoying the view of the lake and watching the birds. We brought our kayaks and made short trips to the Cache River and Horseshoe Lake which were beautiful. The farms and homes in the surrounding area were kept in good condition and traffic was very light making a relaxing trip.
We loved this cabin! It felt like going to a our old family cabin! Really enjoyed fishing on the paddleboat! Many fiesty fish to catch! Kitchen is fully stocked to be able to make anything! I couldn't stop watching the baby barn swallows on the porch or the cute new goose family! We hope to make it back soon! You will not regret coming, we got lucky enough to be here during the strawberry moon!!
Is located about 35 minutes from Marion and 45 from Carbondale. A small town with Walmart and others businesses is about 10 minutes away. The residence is an older house that has been very well maintained and is super clean. The hostess was very helpful with everything. There are seats out front and a large deck, with a covered area, on the back porch that overlooks a large pond. There is only one residence that can be seen from this one and we never saw anyone around it. This is a great place to stay and relax. Will be looking forward to going back and staying in the future.
If you are looking for a peaceful time away look no further than this remodeled farmhouse. With updates throughout, comfy beds, and a pond on several acres this is the place to get away.
Very easy to get here from the Highway and have a very easy checkin. The owner also helped switch our dates as we had to make last minute changes. The owners have taken pride in this remodel and made sure to include everything you might need. I was even surprised to find the bed and sheets very nice. Updated appliances and of course the deck with the pond make it a fantastic option. While we were just passing through this would be a perfect place to take family and enjoy the outdoors for a weekend away from the noise.
Highly recommend this location.
Cute updated cabin with a rich history on small lake. It was central to all the places and things we visited.
Suzzie was an excellent host. We had our family of 5 there for the weekend and it was a great place to stay. We'll be back in the future.
This place is nothing short of amazing. The views, the fishing and the wildlife. This short trip to decompress from work was so worth it and we wish we had more time off to stay longer. Suzy is amazing. The cabin is adorable and fully stocked with all the things you need. This will be another of our yearly stops!