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A large lake with a rocky shoreline, surrounded by greenery and trees under a partly cloudy sky.

Our top choices for Shelby County cottages

A cabin with a sloped roof, a deck with a red umbrella, and a wooden pathway leading to the entrance.

1. The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.

Effingham

Debbie D.

An outdoor seating area with a view of a body of water, wooden furniture, and string lights.

2. Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing

Decatur

Marcia L.

AED 1,892 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

An outdoor patio area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a grill station.

3. Lake Shelbyville Country Cottage w/ Hot Tub - 5 minutes from Lake

Shelbyville

Donald B.

A wooden cabin with large windows, a deck, and string lights.

4. Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.

Effingham

Gina O.

A cylindrical wooden building surrounded by autumn foliage.

5. The Ca BIN

Charleston

Nikki C.

A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn and patio furniture.

6. Country Home Near EIU & Lake Charleston!

Charleston

"Property was very clean and beautifully decorated in a farmhouse style. Very cozy and comfortable! Came stocked with everything you would need. We had fun at nearby Aikman Wildlife Adventure in Arcola, Kayaking in Lake Charleston, hiking in Fox Ridge State Park a visit to Amish country in Arthur, IL. The kitchen, living and dining room were very spacious! The bathroom was very tiny so if staying with 4 adults - be prepared for this. Also there was a strange odor right outside the front entry...

Danielle

A rural property with a gravel driveway leading to a house with a metal roof and a satellite dish.

7. Jewett Winter Escape: Trails, Casey & Fire Pit

Toledo

A single-story mobile home with a porch and a small deck, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard.

8. 16 Mi to Lake Sara Beach - Pet-friendly Home

Montrose

9. Lake Shelbyville Retreat! Cabin 1 Mi to Water

Shelbyville

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees.

10. Haven in the Woods w/ 150 Acres, 2 Ponds

Brownstown

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden railing.

11. Recently Remodeled! Hillsboro Home w/ Fire Pit

Hillsboro

An outdoor deck with a glass-top table and striped chairs, a barbecue grill, and a pool in the background.

12. Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome

Effingham

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Top Shelby County Hotel Reviews

Best Western Heartland Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Love everything about them"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL

8/10 Good

"The staff are really nice and kind. The rooms are good-sized, clean, beds are comfortable and bathroom was clean. Breakfast was good, regular and fine. The only downside was that our room was facing the highway and it was kind of loud. I am a light sleeper, so I heard it. My husband is less of a light sleeper and was able to sleep through it, but he thought I had opened the window."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mattoon by IHG

8/10 Good

"Our daughter goes to EIU and we always stay here after trying the Hilton Garden Inn. This probably is the best option for the area. The only issue is that the pool amenities have been out of service the last couple visits and this time the elevator was out. They did notify at time of booking though that this was the case so I asked for a first floor room which they took care of for me. The staff is great and always is. The breakfast is as good as you will get for free breakfast. Good location right off the highway and only a 5-10min drive to EIU."

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Our top choices for Shelby County cottages

1. The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.

2. Lake Front Retreat | Kayak | Paddleboard | Fishing

3. Lake Shelbyville Country Cottage w/ Hot Tub - 5 minutes from Lake

4. Cozy Lake Sara Year-Round Cottage- Amazing beach and lake-side restaurants.

5. The Ca BIN

6. Country Home Near EIU & Lake Charleston!

7. Jewett Winter Escape: Trails, Casey & Fire Pit

8. 16 Mi to Lake Sara Beach - Pet-friendly Home

9. Lake Shelbyville Retreat! Cabin 1 Mi to Water

10. Haven in the Woods w/ 150 Acres, 2 Ponds

11. Recently Remodeled! Hillsboro Home w/ Fire Pit

12. Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome

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Top Shelby County Hotel Reviews

Best Western Heartland Inn

Best Western Delta Inn

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL

Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mattoon by IHG

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham

Comfort Suites Mattoon East

Quality Inn & Suites Mattoon South

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham by IHG

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