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A single-story house with a gabled roof, a front porch with a star decoration, and a number '213' on the wall.

1. Lakeside Shady Rest Home Away from Home blocks from Rend Lake and I57/I64

Lakeside Shady Rest Home Away from Home blocks from Rend Lake and I57/I64
Ina
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Very clean, host was very helpful, comfortable beds, fishing was great! Would stay again!"
United States
Contina S.
The price is AED 386
AED 779 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Lakeside Shady Rest Home Away from Home blocks from Rend Lake and I57/I64
A room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a small table with a book, a mirror, and a window with a view of greenery.

2. Terrific 1-bedroom Loft with Balcony in Mount Vernon. 1.2 mile Hiking trail.

Terrific 1-bedroom Loft with Balcony in Mount Vernon. 1.2 mile Hiking trail.
Mount Vernon
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Cute little place to stay for a nice weekend away."
United States
Kendra K.
The price is AED 354
AED 519 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Terrific 1-bedroom Loft with Balcony in Mount Vernon. 1.2 mile Hiking trail.
A brick house with a white door, a mailbox, and a wooden porch.

3. Brickway Retreat

Brickway Retreat
Mattoon
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Great place for a stay. Nice amenities and very clean. Would absolutely stay again"
United States
Kevin F.
The price is AED 404
AED 607 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Brickway Retreat
A wooden cabin entrance with a welcome sign, a small table with a lamp and flowers, and a woven mat on the floor.

4. Vintage Charmer on Main Street

Vintage Charmer on Main Street
Greenup
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"Very cute home! Enjoyed our stay and hope to visit again one day."
United States
Ashley S.
The price is AED 324
AED 487 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Vintage Charmer on Main Street
Interior

5. The Vault / Historical 1800s Bank 7min Off I-64. Downtown Main street

The Vault / Historical 1800s Bank 7min Off I-64. Downtown Main street
Fairfield
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Just in town for a celebration. Very comfortable, clean and fun place to stay. "
United States
John D.
The price is AED 331
AED 397 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Vault / Historical 1800s Bank 7min Off I-64. Downtown Main street
A room with a wooden barn door, a dining area with blue chairs, and a washing machine in the background.

6. The Clark: Where Superheroes Sleep!

The Clark: Where Superheroes Sleep!
Metropolis
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"This property is amazing and the attention to detail is fantastic. We had a super stay and hope to come back soon!"
United States
Mallory H.
The price is AED 377
AED 543 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Clark: Where Superheroes Sleep!
An aerial view of Lake Shelbyville with RVs, a large building, and a bridge in the background.

7. Fish, boat, grill, chill, pets, relax

Fish, boat, grill, chill, pets, relax
Sullivan
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"The house was clean. Beds and couches were very comfortable. Great for our dogs."
United States
Vince S.
The price is AED 441
AED 864 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Fish, boat, grill, chill, pets, relax
A rustic wooden console table with a mirror, a small plant, and a bird figurine.

8. The Tinley House. Close to hiking, hunting. Bike trail and hospital, shopping

The Tinley House. Close to hiking, hunting. Bike trail and hospital, shopping
Harrisburg
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"It was convenient having a garage for our car and luckily our car is small, because it barely fit. Nonetheless, a great feature. The place was clean, quaint, and adequate for the two of us. It was decorated to feel very homey. I recommend this as an option to stay if you are in the Harrisburg, Shawnee National Forest area."
United States
Shirley
The price is AED 331
AED 564 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Tinley House. Close to hiking, hunting. Bike trail and hospital, shopping
A living room with a black leather sofa, a coffee table, and a floor lamp. There is a kitchen visible through an open doorway.

9. Next door to Wildlife Mgmt Area. Full kitchen, washer/dryer.

Next door to Wildlife Mgmt Area. Full kitchen, washer/dryer.
Kevil
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (83 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay while we went to the AQS quilt show in Paducah. "
United States
Curt K.
The price is AED 430
AED 537 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Next door to Wildlife Mgmt Area. Full kitchen, washer/dryer.
A rustic interior with a wooden wall, a ceiling fan, a fireplace, and a large window.

10. Soothing bungalow in charming Joppa

Soothing bungalow in charming Joppa
Joppa
The price is AED 360
AED 747 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Soothing bungalow in charming Joppa
A room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and large windows with blinds.

11. Soothing 1-bedroom house in lovely Madison perfect for relaxing stays

Soothing 1-bedroom house in lovely Madison perfect for relaxing stays
Madison
The price is AED 294
AED 358 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Soothing 1-bedroom house in lovely Madison perfect for relaxing stays
A two-story cabin with a balcony, surrounded by autumn foliage and a lake.

12. In the Country a Beautiful 2-bedroom house with its own private lake

In the Country a Beautiful 2-bedroom house with its own private lake
Waterloo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Wonderful place!"
United States
Tina S.
The price is AED 579
AED 878 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
In the Country a Beautiful 2-bedroom house with its own private lake
A wooden deck with a view of a park featuring trees and a grassy area.

13. Countryside Private Guest Room

Countryside Private Guest Room
Freeburg
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay really nice host would highly recommend!!!!"
United States
Cayson P.
The price is AED 264
AED 327 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Countryside Private Guest Room
A gravel path leading to a barn with a fenced area and a large tree.

14. Cozy country setting minutes from Rend Lake

Cozy country setting minutes from Rend Lake
Benton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Great place to stay very clean and comfortable "
United States
Thomas M.
The price is AED 459
AED 775 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Cozy country setting minutes from Rend Lake
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a dark wood accent wall, a grey sofa with cushions, a white coffee table, and a small side table with a lamp.

15. Charming 1-bedroom house in terrific Harrisburg with AC, WiFi

Charming 1-bedroom house in terrific Harrisburg with AC, WiFi
Harrisburg
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"We stay here often perfect size and location. "
United States
Cher C.
The price is AED 415
AED 685 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Charming 1-bedroom house in terrific Harrisburg with AC, WiFi
A living room with a sofa, a lamp, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a kitchen area.

16. ACE STAYS: Modern 1 BR Townhouse in Mt Carmel

ACE STAYS: Modern 1 BR Townhouse in Mt Carmel
Mount Carmel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is AED 331
AED 592 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
ACE STAYS: Modern 1 BR Townhouse in Mt Carmel
A cabin with a wooden deck and a 'WELCOME' sign, surrounded by trees.

17. Secluded treehouse with indoor fireplace

Secluded treehouse with indoor fireplace
Makanda
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Very nice place. We enjoyed it."
United States
Gregory M.
The price is AED 441
AED 685 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Secluded treehouse with indoor fireplace
A green door with a floral wreath and a bear statue.

18. Kindlewood ♡ Romantic 2BD Cozy Retreat & Tub with Fireplace, and Outdoor Living

Kindlewood ♡ Romantic 2BD Cozy Retreat & Tub with Fireplace, and Outdoor Living
Bluford
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"The property was absolutely gorgeous, very clean, exactly as beautiful as the pictures in a quiet nice neighborhood. The host was incredible as well! Highly recommend!"
United States
Brianna W.
The price is AED 606
AED 1,172 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Kindlewood ♡ Romantic 2BD Cozy Retreat & Tub with Fireplace, and Outdoor Living
A room with a brick wall, a coffee machine, and a wooden cart.

19. Explore the Shawnee National Forest-reserve the SHAWNEE HIDEAWAY

Explore the Shawnee National Forest-reserve the SHAWNEE HIDEAWAY
Equality
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Alicia J.
The price is AED 477
AED 779 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Explore the Shawnee National Forest-reserve the SHAWNEE HIDEAWAY
A small house with a covered patio, string lights, and a sliding glass door.

20. Charming 3 bedroom retreat

Charming 3 bedroom retreat
Herrin
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great property, very clean and had everything you could possibly need. We were in town for a wedding and this worked perfect for my group!!! Would definitely recommend!"
United States
Christina H.
The price is AED 413
AED 936 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Charming 3 bedroom retreat
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