Holiday houses in Benton

Heartland Hidden Haven- Farmhouse Studio

Escape to tranquility in this charming and cozy studio apartment, ideally located just minutes from beautiful Rend Lake. This inviting space is perfect for solo travelers, traveling nurses or couples seeking a restful getaway. Enjoy easy access to top local attractions like Pheasant Hollow Winery, Rend Lake Golf Course, and scenic trails for hiking, cycling, and nature walks. Whether you're here to fish, hunt, kayak, or simply relax, this is the perfect base for your Southern Illinois adventure.

The Anderson House

Experience the charm of Southern Illinois in the peaceful comfort of The Anderson House, a newly renovated 2-bed, 2-bath home with roots dating back to 1932. Featuring a full kitchen, an open floor plan, and inviting outdoor spaces, The Anderson House offers a perfect retreat for relaxation or exploration. A short walk across the grounds leads to a small coffee roastery, farmland, and a state forestry park, where guests can immerse themselves in outdoor activities or enjoy a delicious coffee.

LilyPad-pondside cabin, kayaks, trail, country

Serene country stay. Great for a couple, an outdoorsman, or travelers! Includes use of pond, fishing poles, kayaks, and hiking trail. Our pet ducks roam freely about. Use of gas grill, firepit and firewood. Bow target available upon request. This cabin is located on our 20 acre property, less than 10 minutes from Rend Lake, I57 access, and public hunting land and within 1 hour of the Shawnee National Forest. Its a 12x20 studio cabin with 1 full bed and 1 twin foam couch. We don't allow pets.

Tiny Home of Whittington

This cozy tiny home is located a little over one mile off of Interstate 57 and within two miles of Rend Lake. Whether traveling through and needing an easy one night stay or a weekend getaway, this is the place for you. Located in the quiet village of Whittington, the property has great access to the area while providing a peaceful stay on the edge of the country. Our property has multiple rental buildings, but there is plenty of parking space for anyone traveling with a pickup and trailer.

The Blonde Treehouse w/Hot Tub near Shawnee Forest

Reconnect with nature at our unique treehouse Aframe stay near ALL of the hiking. Just minutes from downtown Marion, IL. Sporting a 7ft tube slide, sleek black exterior and natural wood tones and lighting. The Blonde is small and mighty with an airy studio feel but packed with all of the necessities of a full sized home. This stay also includes its very own nature trail! Come ready to see lots of wildlife and explore Southern Illinois! Our 2 treehouses are secluded but do share a property!

Whittington Sasquatch Woods Tiny Home

Escape to Sasquatch Woods, a cozy tiny house tucked among the trees just one mile from Rend Lake and I-57 in quiet Whittington, Illinois. This shaded retreat offers the perfect mix of privacy and convenience, surrounded by peaceful woods for a relaxing stay. Ideal for a romantic getaway or solo escape, it’s a charming hideaway with comfort, nature, and small-town tranquility all in one. Great location for hunting, fishing, and water sports around Rend Lake. Book your woodland retreat today.

Enjoy the new facelift living/dining area

Come check out the Recently added Fire 🔥 pit and Patio! Come relax with the whole family at this peaceful, country setting…10 minutes from Rend Lake & 10 minutes from town. Enjoy the cozy inside or the patio outside and watch the wildlife. Cook a savory meal in the kitchen or grill those yummy steaks or burgers on the grill outside... Suitable for families or a romantic getaway. The outside of property is a work in progress, but we’ll usable. Excuse the reconstruction!

Black Bear Cabin, Game Room and Boat Parking

Come stay at Black Bear Cabin located just 10 miles from Rend Lake and just minutes from Benton County Club. We have covered parking for your boats and cars. With plenty of room for the family and lot of room for parking. We have Lots of things to do at the cabin. Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. We allow a dog for a fee of$40 per stay. If a pet is brought on the property without paying the fee an additional $100 will be added to your stay.

Charmful Cabin Artist respite next to refuge

*No pet or cleaning fees. This Veteran owned Charmful Cabin is stocked with fine Art supplies and ready for your creative Oasis. Sip on your favorite cocktail on the balcony. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom whole home sanctuary. We are walking distance to the Crab Orchard Wildlife Refuge. A short drive to the Artsy community of Makanda. and an even shorter drive to the food and fun in the college town of Carbondale, LOVE the wine trail? We are aptly located near many wineries.

"Quiet And Secluded Country Setting" BIG OAKS

We have a 2000 sq. ft. home located on 3 acres in a very country setting. It has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, master bed room has queen size bed, second bedroom has full size bed and third bedroom has 2 twin beds. Large master bath with large soaking tub and shower. Spacious kitchen is set up to cook if you like, . The back porch over looks the woods and fields with lots of deer siting. Our location is very quit and peaceful. also there is a garage you have access to.

Panthers Inn Treehouse

Come nestle amongst the leaves at Panthers Inn Treehouse. This secluded, well equipped, elevated cabin has the perfect combination of natural beauty and artful luxury. Isolated yet conveniently located 2 minutes from Blue Sky and Feather Hill wineries, within 5 minutes of Panthers Den hiking trail and the Shawnee Hills canopy tour and only 10 min from I-57 exit 40. Panthers Inn is the perfect starting and ending point to your Shawnee Hills Wine Country vacation!

Hunting, fishing, golf & beaches!

Welcoming family-style 2 bedroom home. Full kitchen/dining room/living room. Home boasts wood paneling and a 1940's vibe. Updated home of 4 generations. Full functioning kitchen with large refrigerator, stove, microwave and coffee maker. Laundry off the dining area, private driveway, back yard has charcoal grill & firepit. Beautiful, quiet neighborhood close to Rend Lake. Hunting, fishing, golfing, beaches within 5 miles.