Secluded Lodge on 75 Acres PRIME Location by wineries, Porch Swing Bed, Fire Pit | Cabin in Makanda
4 Bedroom Cabin in Makanda
Wine Trail Getaway | 4BR Lodge w/ Porch Swing Bed, Fire Pit & Forest Access
4 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 12
Welcome to Firefly Valley Lodge, a secluded 2-story cedar home nestled on 75 private acres in the heart of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Enjoy breathtaking views from the expansive wrap-around deck, direct access to 140 acres of Shawnee National Forest, and top-rated wineries just minutes away.
Located on scenic Rocky Comfort Road, you’ll be within a short drive of Blue Sky Vineyard, StarView, Wichmann, and Feather Hill Vineyards, as well as Giant City State Park, Devil’s Kitchen Lake, and Southern Illinois University.
The Space
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath lodge combines rustic charm with modern comforts, perfect for families, couples, or group getaways.
Main Floor:
Open-concept living room with vaulted ceilings & updated furniture (pull-out sleeper sofa)
Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances & dining area
2 guest bedrooms with queen beds
Full bathroom
47” flat-screen TVs in living room and bedroom with satellite TV
Upstairs:
Private master suite with king bed, bath with walk in shower, and flat-screen TV
Basement:
Oversized 4th bedroom with queen bed and full-size couch
Outdoor Amenities
75 private acres plus direct access to 140 acres of Shawnee National Forest
Large wrap-around deck with stunning views
Cozy porch swing bed – the perfect spot for an afternoon nap, reading a book, or watching the sunset
Custom two-tiered fire pit—perfect for chilly evenings and stargazing
Ample space for hiking, wildlife watching, or just relaxing in total privacy
Sleeps Up to 12 Comfortably
Bedroom 1 (Main Floor): Queen bed
Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Queen bed
Master Suite (Upstairs): King bed + Private Bath
Bedroom 4 (Basement): Queen bed + Full-size couch
Living Room: Pull-out sleeper sofa
Included for Your Stay:
High-quality linens, towels & bedding
Fully stocked kitchen (utensils, cookware, dishes)
Central heat & air
Satellite TV, flat-screen TVs
Firewood for fire pit (seasonal)
Nearby Attractions:
Shawnee Wine Trail – 5+ wineries within a short drive
Giant City State Park – hiking, climbing, and scenic trails
Little Grassy & Devil’s Kitchen Lakes – boating, fishing, kayaking
Southern Illinois University – 15 minutes away
Secluded Lodge on 75 Acres PRIME Location by wineries, Porch Swing Bed, Fire Pit is located in Makanda. Secluded Lodge on 75 Acres PRIME Location by wineries, Porch Swing Bed, Fire Pit provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Child Friendly, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Cabin features Parking, Child Friendly, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Secluded Lodge on 75 Acres PRIME Location by wineries, Porch Swing Bed, Fire Pit has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 15 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Makanda has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Makanda, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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