My wife and I just returned from a getaway weekend, we stayed here the 4th of July weekend 2015 as we wanted to find trails to explore. Located perfectly to spend days in the eastern portion of Shawnee, this was our first trip into Southern Illinois and was a great experience, we look forward to returning.
We stayed in the Eagles Nest room, nice size private bathroom, personal AC that was great, and it felt like you were staying with friends in a home, no hotel feeling at all. Having access to the kitchen for fresh water and ice as we geared up for hiking was nice, actual filtered water not just sink water (when it sits in a camel back all day, that matters).
Sitting on the large wrap around porch was a wonderful way to start your day, and wrap up your evening having enjoyable conversations with the hosts and other guests.
Overall a great time, so happy we found this little gem in the country side, you won't regret time spent here!
(side note, 4th of July they have waterfront fireworks and a festival in the streets, an unexpected little bonus!) read more