Micro cabin with everything you need
Spacious kitchen countertops
Kitchen view
Spacious living area with patio walkout
Queen Bed in bedroom
Ample outdoor seating with a view
New fire pit space
Paddle boards on site
Outdoor seating
Cozy bedroom
Spacious micro cabin
Ample bathroom space with shower
Loft with queen bed
Water fun on site
Hiking Trails nearby
Marion KOA on LOE
Pond scenery
Fire pit location
Kitchen
Kitchen Sink
Coffee to start your morning
Cozy living room space
Natural light throughout
Subtle decor throughout
Front of Cabin
Hi speed internet- perfect for remote work
Complimentary firewood on site
Property Layout
On site swimming fun
On site fishing
Pet Friendly
Lake of Egypt
Many options for outdoor family adventure
Castle Park
Biking
Horseback riding
Outdoor adventures
Outdoor adventures
Indoor Waterpark at The Hub in Marion
Short drive to Marion
Kayaking

The Yellow Door Micro Cabin - Marion

4 guests
1 bedrooms
1 bathrooms
565 Sqft
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About this place

Cozy Lake of Egypt Cabin & Pond

Dam Near Lake of Egypt Cabins – Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals
☆ Unique and Upscale Vacation Rentals- Lake of Egypt ☆

★ THE YELLOW DOOR CABIN ★
Our charming cabin offers an ideal retreat for a romantic couple's escape or a memorable family outing. Thoughtfully designed, the 565-square-foot living space embodies the essence of a quintessential southern Illinois experience. With its pet-friendly policy and convenient proximity to the Lake of Egypt, hiking trails, and wineries, it promises an all-encompassing getaway.

★ WHO LOVES THIS PROPERTY?
☆ Couples- The cozy "tiny house" design, romantic setting by a private pond, and proximity to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail make it an ideal retreat for a couple's getaway.

☆ Families with young children- On-site amenities like the private pond for swimming and paddleboarding, a separate loft sleeping area, and proximity to a large water park provide built-in entertainment for kids.

☆ Adventure seekers- The cabin serves as a perfect base camp with its central location near numerous hiking trails, Lake of Egypt for water sports, and opportunities for fishing right on the property.

★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
☆ 1 Queen Bed in Bedroom on the lower level
☆ 1 Queen Bed in the loft (sleeping room only; accessed by secured ladder)

★ ON SITE ENTERTAINMENT & AMENITIES INCLUDE:
☆ Fire pit and 4 Adirondack chairs for relaxation close to the deck
☆ 1.5-acre lake to fish, swim, paddleboard
☆ Paddle Boards on site for use
☆ Great base for Lake of Egypt visits- only 1 mile from Lake of Egypt dam & public boat ramp at Pyramid Acres Marina
☆ Ample space for walking/exercise
☆ Charcoal grill (BYO charcoal)
☆ Smart TV for streaming and movie nights
☆ Fully stocked kitchen with premium appliances
☆ Spacious living area with eclectic, modern décor
☆ High-speed Wi-Fi throughout

★ CONCIERGE SERVICES
We’re pleased to offer access to our full-service concierge team, ready to make your stay unforgettable.
☆ Romance Packages
☆ Birthday Packages
☆ Baby and Pet Equipment Rentals
☆ Grocery Delivery/Pre-Stocking
☆ More coming soon!

★ NEARBY FAVORITES
☆ Lake of Egypt < 1 mile
☆ Shawnee National Forest- all over! Trailheads within 10-40 minutes
☆ Ferne Clyffe State Park < 15 minutes
☆ Tunnel Hill State Trail- < 20 minutes
☆ Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tours < 20 minutes
☆ Southern Illinois University- Carbondale < 25 minutes
☆ Panther's Den < 25 minutes
☆ Camp Ondessonk- < 25 minutes
☆ Burden Falls < 35 minutes
☆ Jackson Falls < 35 minutes
☆ Bell Smith Springs < 40 minutes
☆ Garden of the Gods ~ 1 hour

★ WINERIES & MORE
☆ Katy Lynn Distillery < 12 minutes
☆ Honker Hill Winery < 15 minutes
☆ Clad & Cordon Winery < 15 minutes
☆ Blue Sky Winery < 25 minutes
☆ Feather Hills Winery < 25 minutes
☆ Starview Vineyards < 25 minutes

★ WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
☆ Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
☆ A rental agreement is required with ID verification within 48 hours of booking.
☆ Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
☆ Guests not staying overnight are welcomed. Loud, disruptive parties are not.
☆ A total of 3 cabins and a 1.5-acre pond sit on 5 acres behind our home estate, separated by a privacy fence.
☆ Our Golden Retriever, Kevin, occasionally greet guests.
☆ Live music plays on weekends at the local bait store, Just Add Water, and Pyramid Acres Marina during lake season- it carries across the field to the cabins.

Sleeping configuration

Bedroom

1 queen bed

Loft

1 queen bed

What this place offers

26 Amenities
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided
Towels Provided
Full Kitchen
Oven
Fire Pit
Patio
High Speed Internet
Smart TV
Smoke Detector
Carbon Monoxide Detector
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Nearby activities

9 Activities
Pier fishing
Kayaking
Golf
Cycling
Swimming
Fishing
Hunting
Bird Watching

Property Suitability

Please review these important guidelines to ensure this property meets your needs and expectations.

Child friendly

No events allowed

No smoking allowed

No smoking indoors. Fees for violations.

Parking Included

Meet the Host

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Allison

Host

English
We built these cabins in 2017 after a great experience hosting guests on our 50 foot motor yacht on Kentucky Lake. We loved chartering, but decided to find a way to bring our love of our own experiences closer to home. Our goal is to finish with 5-6 cabins and a large pavilion for gathering space.
Member Since
February 2023

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Location

WaterfrontLakefront

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Policies & Rules

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Flexible
Flexible timing
Check-Out
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Standard
Max Guests
4 People
Min Age
18
Primary renter
Not Allowed
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