Visiting the Shawnee National Forest is a great trip from Chicago and I highly recommend staying at the apartment at 217. We enjoyed warm spring days, using the fire pit and patio, and slept comfortably in the apartment. We watched a movie, cooked breakfast and dinner in the kitchen, and enjoyed chatting with Judy and Dewayne. Overall was a great stay!

Judy's apartment is fantastic! My husband and I wanted a getaway within a few hours and thankfully found this. Not only was the apartment a perfect spot to hang out, the town of Harrisburg is cute with some good restaurants, and the hiking in Shawnee National Forest (about 30 min.) makes you feel like you're out West! The apartment is beautifully and colorfully decorated, clean, comfortable with gracious and friendly hosts. We didn't have an opportunity to enjoy the back patio but it's such a wonderful space with hammock chair, swing, fire pit, gorgeous flowers and fountains everywhere. It truly makes your arrival feel like you are in a special vacation spot, which you are!

This was our first AirB&B, and it was a great experience. We went down to southern Illinois with our two children to see the eclipse and Garden of the Gods, and we had a great time.

Judy was a very welcoming host. She responded to my message literally right after I sent it. She was very responsive and welcoming. The house was THE best airbnb house I've ever visited. The house was really nice and I would like to totally recommend this house to anybody! 10 out of 10!!

The place is super cute, well decorated and clean. The patio area was delightful! The hosts were very helpful and respectful of our time and privacy. I felt like I had known Judy for years.

We so enjoyed our stay in Apt 217. It was beautifully decorated and felt like little cottage all to ourselves. We enjoyed having a separate bedroom for the kids and getting to watch movies as a couple once they went to bed. The kitchen was well equipped so each morning we enjoyed breakfast at home. (It only lacked a bottle/wine opener). It was close to Garden of the Gods and other trails and horseback riding. Judy created an activity binder for the area that was helpful while making our plans for hiking and meals. A very fun stay in a lovely home.

Judy is so considerate and welcoming! The apartment is accommodated with everything you might expect. My friends and I went to Shawnee National Forest and it's the best place for staying and relaxing. The apartment is also close(5 min drive) to a great Chinese restaurant called China Buffet, where the food is so authentic!

Judy and Dewayne offer great hospitality in a well-appointed apartment. The place is clean and furnished for relaxation. In addition to a great indoor environment, their patio under a pergola is peaceful and charming. Harrisburg is a great place to stay if you're interested in hiking Shawnee National Forest.

Amy was friendly and organized. Made herself present but not intrusive.

Great location, great bungalow, and great host

Bell is great! Fresh towels, extra blankets, kitchen stocked with the essentials for cooking so you can save on eating out, which for a big family like ours with 2 teenage boys (19 & 17) who can eat more food than should be possible is such a bonus. We stayed for 5 days and enjoyed every day. Bell met us at 10pm to check-in after we drove down from Northern IL after work. She stayed to let us in and show us around the house making sure we knew about safety items and checking our needs. The next morning she checked in with us to make sure everything was satisfactory. We had 1 snag with a kitchen appliance but she delivered a replacement the same day. Everything worked well, and was clean. There is a public pool across the street that had a lot of kids but you couldn't hear this when in the home. The hours for the pool are pretty short too but it is nice to have so close. There is a park and areas to picnic next to the pool as well. Behind the pool is a mini golf and ice cream place with $3 mini golf (cash only). All this within walking distance! Bell supplies a list of local restaurants and grocery stores at the house but was also quick to let us know about the best bakery in town when we mentioned needing to find a cake for one of the kids birthdays while we were there (Larry's House of Cakes - so much better than store bought, they have donuts and other treats as well). Bell was flexible with letting us check out 2 hours later than her listed check out time which was also very helpful to us since we had plans for later in the day before our drive home. All in all we had a great trip, the house is located in a great area near many conveniences and situated within an hour in most directions of so many places to hike and explore.

Wonderful place for family and pets.

Love ❤️. Perfect little get away house for a bachelorette party! Plenty of space, comfortable beds, very clean. I highly recommended this house for any occasion! Bell was very attentive and easy going. I will definitely be using this host again my next trip down there!!

5 Star. Better than advertised.

Great location across from the best city park in Marion. The house is well stocked and has a lot of unique character! We enjoyed the hammock on a nice sunny evening :) check in and out were very easy as well. We will likely be back soon!

The house is amazing! Pictures cannot show you the true beauty of it. The house is very clean, you can be bare foot in every corner of the house. And thank you Bell for letting us do self check in that day! We really appreciated it! We would certainly come back!

We had a wonderful stay and Bell was a terrific host.

这是一个伟大的位置,适合我的朋友和我的需求大大

这是一个通宵停止一个极大的惊喜,我们回家之前。这是装饰的非常漂亮的两间卧室的宾馆,很容易找到。浴室和厨房有我们需要的一切,生活空间是美好的。的亮点是在客厅的60“纯平,但也有一间餐厅,一间小酒吧和两个舒适且设备齐全的卧室。唯一的缺点是,它坐落在一条繁忙的公路有大量的流量。夜间交通是不烦啊给我们。 我们很喜欢这个地方非常多,还会住在这里,以及把它推荐给其他人。

我们住在贝尔的“买得起!位于市中心!”房子在马里昂,白细胞介素,只有一个晚上,我们感到非常高兴。这是我们对我们的远射打破了从东得克萨斯州芝加哥一个伟大的地方。之间的57号州际公路和贝尔的房子是Kroger和阿尔迪超市卖场里我们停止吃夜宵和早餐fixin的。当我们到达了房子,我们打电话给贝尔已经通过电子邮件发送给我们的号码,她的女儿是有迅速向我们展示了房子。她说,如果我们有进一步的问题,并给我们留下定居时间和休息来调用。贝尔非常注重她的客人的舒适和方便的装饰的房子漂亮。我们需要的一切是在其预期的位置。厨房很干净,邀请,和装备精良。床是我丈夫的背部不够坚定和足够的柔软让我睡得非常好。里头是必要的衣柜里,以防额外的床上用品。我的丈夫非常喜欢留在冰箱供客人酸奶。甚至还有一瓶酒从该地区的葡萄园之一。巨大的平板电视有服务的DISH基本水平是细跟我们,因为我们不怎么看电视。我们会检查电子邮件,但没有互联网服务。我们被告知,贝尔正在发生变化,以不同的互联网服务提供商,所以很快就会有WiFi服务。我们喜欢我们在贝尔的住宿,并会要求再呆在那里,下一次我们通过伊利诺斯州南部开车。不仅仅是一个酒店,价格更是伟大的!由于贝尔和发现生活怎样

我要伊利诺斯州南部发现的葡萄酒之路,真是太高兴能找到贝尔的泡泡堂。我去确定有三个我最亲密的朋友周末旅行和空间是完美的:大大小的房间,巨大的厨房设施,而且是正确的主拉伸马里昂一个完美的位置。一个简单的驾车20分钟路程是山径发现万吨,如果伟大的葡萄酒!除了房子(这是正确的,整个房子!),贝尔是一个很高兴和非常友好!肯定会留在这儿了!

在贝尔的家庭早午餐,我们得到正是我们所期待的。贝尔显然与我们沟通,我们使我们的安排入住。位置很容易找到,和其他人所说的它是在一条繁忙的街道,但我们没有注意到的噪音。这也是一街之隔这将是一个很好的分流,在夏季尤其是对于那些有孩子一个公共游泳池。 当我们到达时,她给了我们一个旅有明确的指示。这个地方真的很干净,设备齐全。我的妻子和我都能够放松和享受。我们有我们需要帮助的问题,和贝尔的女儿刚到分钟来帮助我们。 如果我们不只是开车经过,并且有更多的时间,我们就已经探索她的书籍图书馆。我不知道,当我们将永远不会在马里昂了,但如果我们这样做,我们会很乐意留在这儿了。

爱的住宿

贝尔的家是非常齐全,舒适。我们是不是有很长一段时间,但在家里母鸡正确觉得我们在那里!

贝尔地方是伟大的,非常干净,充足的停车位和一个小门廊坐的,完整的烧烤炉。这是非常舒适的5名成人住上一晚。厨房是小了点,但有你需要的一切,然后一些。位于主向右拖动它很容易找到,靠近镇上的一切。

The best place to stay in the path of totality! Food and beverages provided. The area is beautiful. State parks in every direction. Would highly recommend Fern Clyffe state park. Nice trails and big cave to explore. The hosts: loved them! They are the kindest and most welcoming people I have encountered. Cassi made the space feel like home. We enjoyed getting to know her and her family. My family has made a lifelong friendship through this stay.

Camping on Cassi's family property was excellent for the eclipse, and they made the experience memorable. The property is peaceful, open land - perfect for eclipse viewing; the area is rural and green, but still close to a store for food needs. Cassi and her husband were creative and hospitable- they set up a grill, a fire pit, a super clean port-a-potty, set out snacks and water and comfy furniture in the shade, wifi, and shared a picnic/BBQ on the day of the eclipse! Cassie is a born hostess, and her family is lovely..

A Friend and I (two women in their 60's) went down to SIU to view the eclipse. Staying in a tent was not the plan but unfortunately all was booked (even camp grounds) We decided to be adventurous and arrived with our tent and flashlights. We felt safe and Cassie and her family were very helpful. The area was clean, breakfast was good. We stayed two nights and by the time we left I felt like we had been friends forever. Maybe we will go back for 2024 eclispe.

Overall a great place to stay near amazing hiking. We had some issues with the water but the host was quick to communicate to try to fix them.

Great location 5 minutes from all the great hiking spots. Quiet yet accessible. I will definitely return!

What a beautiful log cabin to stay in! Nestled in the rolling hills of the Shawnee National Forrest, this home makes for an extraordinary view with perks of being close in proximity to many local, but famous, sites. I highly recommend a night at the Makwa Lodge!

I was in love with the beautiful cabin! I had a great time getting to know people around the "town". I also hiked the garden of the gods and enjoyed a beautiful rain storm. I loved it!

We stayed for the purposes of a quick getaway close to hiking. The cabin is quaint, comfortable, and well appointed. We would definitely stay here again.

What a wonderful place to decompress and recover from life. This is a kind of rustic cabin to which you bring your favorite music and books to read. If you need constant connection via phone/web/TV, then go find a nice hotel room downtown. If you want time to think and dream and simply turn inward, this is your place. If you get too much solitude, there is a nice place down the road (The Gap) to get a beer and jawbone with the locals. The hiking areas around the cabin are simply awesome. This is definitely an outdoor person's area. I found what I was looking for at this cabin and that was escape.

Cozy cabin in the woods. Close to great hiking. The cabin has everything you need. Fully stocked kitchen. Firewood. Towels etc. Would stay again.

This was a nice cabin to stay at. Super close to Garden of the Gods. Lots of cool Native American touches all over the cabin. Comfortable bed and couch. Fire pit outside. A little dusty and we saw some spider webs inside but it didn't bother us since we just used the cabin to sleep and unwind. Owner gave clear instructions on how to get to the cabin which was super helpful since there's no service and the GPS conks out the closer you get. There was wifi and tv connected to a VHS/DVD player. There was also AC and plenty of blankets and pillows. The bathroom is only separated by a curtain- didn't bother us but just so others can know for planning. Sink is outside the bathroom by the entry door. Overall it was a really nice little place to get away from the city!

I stopped over at Tara's place for the night on a trip from Charlotte to Kansas City. It's perfectly easy to find her place, but the road construction on 24/57 can be a nightmare when there are road closures. No fault of Tara's! She has two lovely kitties and a lovely house. The room was clean and the sheets were right from the dryer and smelled so good. The room was perfect for me and my cat. Tara and her husband were very nice and welcoming.

Awesome place! Tara was very friendly and made me feel at home.

Tara was a gracious and friendly host! I would definitely stay here again!

Tara is a very good, warm-hearted hostess. She lives with her daughter a very nice house. The bed there is very good, very quiet, safe and clean. Any time!

Tara is an amazing host. She was super flexible and was able to accommodate me. Thank you!

Tara est un hôte, nous étions en retard et elle a pu coordonner. L'endroit est calme et sûr, propre aussi. Il est si agréable de se réveiller avec le chant des oiseaux, quelque chose que nous n'avons pas à Chicago.

Friendly and courteous hostess. Home was quiet and welcoming. Would stay there again if i travel there again.

Great location after a long day of driving! Very quiet, secluded, and restful.

Clean & comfy. Bob & Charissa were terrific!

这是一个惊人的,美丽的地方。有无数的舒适点外的放松和享受的看法。房子的内部是似是而非的,并配备了您所需要的一切。

贝尔迎接我们的房子,让我们所有的落户,是随时可用,我们需要她,这是从来没有因为一切是伟大的!

这真的是一个美丽的家园。

我们有一个绝对的爆炸!贝尔是非常热情好客!房子是伟大的。完美的位置做葡萄酒之路。我们会再回来! 2竖起大拇指!

我们有一个伟大的住宿。非常漂亮的房子,非常友好的主机。我们喜欢坐在俯瞰湖泊后甲板上。贝尔装修房子的时候想到了一切。我们肯定会留!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay! Bell greeted us warmly and showed us around the house to ensure our stay was easy and comfortable. The house is beautiful, and Bell has thought of every detail to make guests feel welcomed. We can’t wait to come back again during the warm weather to enjoy the lake and beautiful views!

We all very impressed with this house ! Bell has everything you need in the house. Amenities were great! kids loved the fire pit and the lake. We used the fishing poles in the shed and they both caught fish right off the dock. Bell was friendly and checked in on the after the 1st day to make sure we were ok. She has a nice list of resturants, grocery stores and local sites. I took the family hiking at the garden of the gods and Rim Rock trails in Shawnee National forest. That was an unforgettable experience! Its only about a half hour ride from the house. Thanks again Bell ! Will definitley contact you the next time we are staying in the area.

Five Stars +++++++++!!!! If you are looking for the perfect lakeside home to rent on the Lake of Egypt then Bell's rental is the ideal home for you!!! The home is beautiful, clean and comfy inside and out and has ample space for entertaining and dining! In addition to eating inside, we were able to dine picnic style on the dock, camping style at the fire pit and also formal candlelight on the patio. There is also an abundance of lounging areas inside and out! In addition to indoor seating, there's loungers and cozy seating in the yard, on the dock and on the patios. We spent a great deal of time cozied up on loungers reading, chatting and watching the hummingbirds!!!! The home sits on a lovely quiet no wake section of the lake.... which means its quiet and still for swimming, floating, fishing. Its location is so much more peaceful than other areas along the lake. We rented Bells kayaks and paddleboat and we so enjoyed paddling around the quiet neck right around our dock. Truly.... Our family spent a big part of our stay down by the water because it was just so wonderful!!!! We really could go on and on and we would still not cover everything this home and it's location has to offer!!!! We will be back!! Bell is an amazing, kind host and so quick to respond to questions.

Great place, very clean and spacious. Owners were super sweet and very helpful. Thank you again, Sincerely, Cindy and Mike Hemme

We so enjoyed the lake house! such a peaceful neighborhood, we hardly saw or heard anyone. . felt like we were alone on the lake. love love love the huge screened in porch. great place for a nap with no summer bugs! great trip!

We were very impressed and highly recommend this cute house on the lake! They took good care of us and were very reliable. They responded promptly to all our questions when we booked it and made themselves easily available should we had needed them during our stay. It was very clean and decorated beautifully! It was nice to have the full kitchen. The view was very relaxing and nice to be able to have our own private access to the lake. Quiet and peaceful. Great experience!

We loved our stay at this lovely little cabin on the lake! I have so many good things to say about it, but I'm going to post a "pros and cons" review because I appreciate hearing what people didn't like about something as much or more than what they like so I can decide if it's something that matters to me. Cons: -This is completely T-Mobile's problem that the hosts have no control over, but I was pretty much completely "unplugged" for our stay. I was able to send a few short texts by typing it up and letting the phone send it whenever the occasional random one bar of service popped up. Of course, that wasn't all bad because it meant more quality family time. -The house smelled pretty thoroughly like the Gain laundry soap they use for the linens (and left available for guests). The rest of my family thought that was a good thing, as many will because it does smell nice, but I'm sensitive to it and my allergies weren't happy. -Since it's a relatively new rental, the hosts are still adding a few things. It's not much of a "con" but I missed a couple things. Pros: -We came in late, after 9, and the Zoellers had gone to turn on the lights for us! How I appreciated that! -Being able to park and load and unload our stuff in the garage was a nice surprise. -We thoroughly enjoyed a rousing game of Old Maid and catch with the ball and mitt. I wish we'd had time to enjoy the kayaks too. -Trisch has several useful guides made up for guests. One is house helps and local eats. The other two are guides with tips, directions, and descriptions of area nature spots. Oh how I would like to come back for a week or two to check them all out! -Fluffy towels for the bath and beach towels for the lake -Comfy beds and cozy blankets. My 10 yr old claimed the blanket on his bed was the best ever and he wished he could take it with him! -And all the extras! There were treats waiting for us on the table. Breakfast supplies were provided including bread, milk, bacon, waffle mix, REAL farm eggs (like might need washing, crack in a bowl first, deep orange yolks from happy chickens), and not just creamer for the coffee but a choice of flavored creamer. Plus a few handy condiments that came in handy like ketchup, mustard, jelly, and spices. Obviously the pros far outweighed the cons for us! I will definitely return to this comfy cottage where I felt welcomed and at ease if ever I make it back to the area.

This was a great lakehouse which provided our family with a spectacular vacation on the Lake of Egypt. The screened in porch overlooking the lake was our favorite place to relax and take in the scenery. The days were filled with swimming, fishing, kayaking and relaxing on the hammock. The dock was sturdy with a ladder for easily getting out of the lake. The water around the dock was deep enough to easily accommodate our pontoon and jetski. The ample, comfortable seating and games that the host provided made our evenings especially fun. There were so many activities we didn't even get to enjoy them all! The beautiful lake themed decorations, the comfortable beds, the stocked kitchen, and the plush 5 star towels were highlights of the cute house. We also really enjoyed the washer and dryer, the fire pit, and the host's well thought out food and activity guides for the area. We enjoyed several of the restaurants she recommended when we weren't cooking on the grill she provided. We also were grateful that the host gave us complete privacy during our stay. We were able to spend our time as a family without worrying about extra people being around. They made themselves readily available if we needed anything at the house. We will definitely make this our first choice for our future visits to this area.

这个租金很棒。你很少租一些事情变得更好,然后被刻录。这是这些情况之一。很干净,你需要的一切都在那里。只要把你的食物和饮料和你的套装。玛丽是一个非常愉快的主持人,会回答你有什么问题。我肯定会回来的谢谢你,杰瑞

伟大的住宿地点! 强烈推荐这个地方

房子就在水面上。 有两个码头和一个小沙滩。海滩的水在湖底非常粘, 我们一定会留在房子里,这是值得的。

龟背湾湖屋为我们的家庭提供了完美的假期。我们在这个地区进行家庭聚会,并想要一个“撤退”,当我们不在团圆的时候我们可以放松和享受大自然。玛丽的湖房设备齐全,没有一件事情没有。最重要的是,床垫超级舒适,空调效率更高。与玛丽沟通是一件轻而易举的事情,她检查确定我们没有什么需要的。我们希望回到一个美好的地方,一个休息的休息,我可以放松,但我的男孩可以充满钓鱼,玩耍和在户外!谢谢玛丽!

龟背湾湖豪华酒店非常好 - 安静,干净,舒适。景观很美

玛丽是伟大的工作。该物业对于我们的12个人的周末来说是完美的。

精彩的女主人竟然离开了一片新鲜的草莓和十几个农场的新鲜鸡蛋。湖上的海湾很好,非常安静,是享受青蛙,蟋蟀,鸭子和其他鸟类如蓝鹭的好地方。里面的一切都是我们预期的,我们在我们找到的条件下离开了。我们感谢玛丽:-)

玛丽的地方很棒她的房子里有很多空间给我的小组。这个房子是一个很好的地方,这是一个很好的私人。我的孩子们在沙滩上玩耍。我的孩子抓住了她的第一条鱼。我们在湖上拿出独木舟。肯定会明年回来感谢玛丽让我们留在你的湖屋。

Perfecto cabaña pequeña en el bosque para una escapada tranquila.

The cabin was clean, comfortable and well stocked. Location was nice and quiet, directly across from a private lake and a short 15-20 minute drive into Goreville or Marion. Jessica also checked on us a few times during our stay to make sure we were enjoying our stay. We had a great time!

Great spot if you're looking for a quiet weekend. Morning coffee on the porch was my favorite. I'd love to come back in the fall when all the leaves are changing color.

The cabin has access to the lake which is just across a small road. You can swim.Very relaxing place.

Peaceful lake retreat. We really enjoyed our stay here. Easy access to the water down a steep gravel path. Cabin had all the amenities needed and Jessica was responsive and helpful with all requests!

这真是一个逃脱的宝石。我们想在湖上找到一个放松的地方,这是完美的。装饰是非常有创意的,所有的清洁和舒适的所有设置湖房的语气。游戏室是一个额外的奖金。它在中间没有在哪里,但它只有15分钟的车程到镇和任何你需要的。我们一定会回来的!

我们不能再要求任何更多,干净,舒适的空间与你可以想到的一切,为一个伟大的住宿。我们期待着我们的下一次访问,希望更长的逗留。

我们有一个美好的家庭度假。迈克尔在湖上有一个美丽的地方,非常舒适,充满乐趣的活动和游戏享受。我们喜欢在日出时喝咖啡和看湖。我觉得迈克尔的地方是新鲜而精心设计的。华丽而安静的风景是四处逛逛而享受的。我们觉得这个家庭的所有细节超出了预期,如果您在逗留期间出现任何问题,Michael非常适合沟通。

美妙的湖房子适合娱乐我们的孙子。可爱的家庭完整的游戏室。床很舒服。设备齐全的厨房尼斯甲板与燃气格栅和野餐桌外面用餐。我们每天早晨在甲板上享用咖啡,晚上还有火坑。主持人是惊人的,非常包容和优秀的沟通。强烈推荐这家酒店。

房子的设施...伟大的安静的位置...和舒适的所有有助于一个非常愉快的旅行!

这是放松身心的好地方!伟大的主人,干净的家。水正好在后门。还有你需要的所有烧烤设备的好甲板。

非常有趣的地方。我们很喜欢

Awesome place to relax. Very clean, and has pretty much everything you need. Would definitely recommend.

From the moment we arrived we were welcomed with smiles. A guided tour around the property and helpful information about the area made us feel comfortable and relaxed. I would recommended interwoven permacular to all my friends and family!!

The bus is one of the most relaxing and beautiful stays I have ever had. The land around the bus is beautiful. Lake Harriet (which the bus is on) is post card worthy to see during sunrise and sunset. The bus has everything you need. The windows are tinted to offer privacy so no worries about that. There is sufficient heat and AC. Pots, pans, utensils, glasses, bowls salt and pepper are available in the kitchens area as well as coffee. The bed is very relaxing and comfortable. There are journals in the bus from past visitors that you can add a message for the Interwoven family. The smell of the wood that lines the bus is so pleasant and refreshing. The bus is located near Lusk Creek Canyon which offers some great hiking. It felt special to wake up near the chickens every morning and have them follow me to my car. The fire pit at night while looking up at the stars was magical. If you have the chance to book this (URL HIDDEN) IT!! Now for Michael and Earthdancer. They are truly beautiful people. I immediately got a warm vibe and felt like I have known them for years. They offer some good insight about the area. They maintain such beautiful land and are truly passionate about permaculture. They checked up on me to make sure I was enjoying my stay and to see if I needed anything. You can tell that they care!! I will not hesitate to book with them again.

This is the perfect spot to stay if you love nature and want a peaceful, quiet escape. Earthdancer and Michael were incredibly warm and welcoming, and you could tell that they've put so much love and care into creating this little home. I loved canoeing on the lake, watching the chickens in the morning, and looking at the stars at night. I didn't get a chance to enjoy a campfire, but it was awesome that they had it available! I downloaded the entire Shawnee area on (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) maps for offline use so I had no trouble at all finding the place. There are so many fantastic sights in the area, and the farm was the perfect place to come back to after a long day of hiking. I just wish I could have stayed longer!

Staying at Interwoven was a really refreshing experience. Besides having the comfort of quiet since the farm is in the middle of the national Forest, the bus itself was comfortable and had many of the amenities of a modern home. As a suburban/city dweller, I was pleasantly surprised to find the outhouse very clean and odor free , and easy ways to remain clean in the bus/room. Additionally, the hosts allowed for canoeing in the pond on the property which was fun. Ultimately, this I highly recommend this stay, especially for anyone looking to comfortably rest from the grid.

The bus exceeds expectations. The property is magical. The hiking is amazing. The hosts are warm and inviting, but respectful if you want time to yourself. My stay here was incredible. Do yourself a favor and stay in the bus soon.

Spent two nights on this fabulous bus, and except for Mother Nature letting us down on day 2 (rained ALL day), it was a great experience! Michael and Earth Dancer were perfect hosts, giving us a great and enlightening tour of their permaculture farm. They also made sure we settled in comfortably. We will truly treasure our experience there, and hope to remain in touch with this genial family

This is a great place! Very cozy. We absolutely loved the bus and the pond and new showers off the barn. We stayed in June so it's quite warm out, but the bus has a great ac unit and fan. The only downside was the wasps. My wife is allergic to them. So staying on top of that was a challenge. But overall we loved it and would love to go back!

This was the best; delicious farm fresh eggs glamping doesn't get better than this! EarthDancer was great about making activity suggestions. We'll be back!

Bill is a super host. The home is beautiful , quiet and clean.

Flannel sheets and farmhouse charm ...... we met our daughter who lives in Chicago for Christmas at the farm. My husband went bird hunting and we shopped and cooked! The house is a four generation farm with exposed brick walls and a swing on the front porch. Bill, our host had provided a couple of bottles of wine and plentry of wood for the fireplace. We brought our dogs and the farm house provided the perfect enclosed porch for them to hang out plus plenty of room for morning walks on the 200 acre property. Bill had a Christmas tree and other decorations to make our holiday perfect! We hope to return in late February ...

Great for our group of friends (mostly couples) for our summer weekend away. Played lots of games like board games inside, and bocce ball outdoors. Our group was squeamish about swimming in the murky lake, but they loved fishing in it and exploring the nature around it. The lake is about a half mile walk (maybe less) on property path. The rooms had a lot of character and great veranda. It was a heat wave so some of the rooms were a little warm, though I thought it was great. The host also went out of his way to add fans in advance of our trip. Do need to be aware of ticks and wasps, because you are out in nature, BUT that also means there are beautiful butterflies and wildflowers all over! We had such a good time Additionally, on Sunday we drove to Rend Lake (30 mins, but mostly on way back to STL) and it was awesome! We rented free life jackets from the visitor center (super helpful) and just floated in the main beach, warm water area! I thought it would be a similar to Creve Coure lake but instead it was HUGE and MUCH cleaner. Great time there as well!

The description of the home was accurate and the surrounding land provided a beautiful, picturesque setting. It is an old home, so be prepared for older amenities, including a single restroom. Nonetheless, it was perfect for what our family was seeking out of the weekend, which was dedicated family time. I would definitely recommend this location for the right event. In addition, the seller was top notch in customer service striking the right balance of staying in contact with me and providing support. Bill gets an A+!

Sitting on the front porch swing with a cool evening breeze and a light rain was quite special. Something Norman Rockwell would paint.

If you like the peace and quiet of the country this is the place for you we always have a great time it's very relaxing we love the fishing and the bonfires Bill is a very gracious host he will make sure that all your needs are taken care of

We went as a group of 10 people to the Cross farm for the weekend. First of all, if you're for a peaceful retreat, the location is wonderful, quiet and beautiful. Bill called when we got there to make sure we have everything we need, and when we left, so even though he was not there personally, we felt we are taken care of. It is a vintage house, with a lot of heart and warmth (great pictures of the family history around the house, which was built in 1876). There's an old magnificent barn, which was part of the scenery as well. If you're coming as a group, take notice there's only one restroom, and 2 showers (although one is in the main bedroom). All in all, we had a magical time at the Cross farm, and we will go back there again, if opportunity calls.

Stayed here in June 2017 with my family and parents. Wonderful home on a beautiful farm. Nice clean lake that is well manicured to allow for great fishing. Huge outdoor patio with hammocks and furniture and lots of space for relaxing.