Holiday houses in Cowden

Unique Apartment with Amazing Views

Abe’s Apartment is close to everything making it easy to plan your visit to downtown Vandalia. This loft offers a bedroom, full kitchen and bath, dining room, living room with a pull out sofa and large smart TV, and a remote work space. This loft also offers beautiful views of the oldest State Capitol in IL and is within walking distance to many restaurants, bars, and local shops. It is located on the 2nd level and will require you to climb 1 flight of stairs. For events please contact the host

Haven on the Lake-Swim/Fishing Dock-8 Beds-2 Baths

Location, Location! Beautiful home with lake access for swimming, fishing, and boating on beautiful Lake Sara. Wonderful 2400sq ft house with dock & boat slips & water toys at awesome location for families/friends to relax & enjoy scenery & boating, have fun in the water, grill out, use the game room, or sit by the fire pit or the fireplace. 7 minutes from Interstates 70 & 57. 6 minutes to Walmart. 6-10 minutes to area restaurants. Golf Courses-1 minute to ForeWay & 2 minutes to Cardinal.

Elk Ridge

Come and enjoy yourself at Elk Ridge, the first B&B of Wildlife Manor! Located within Aikman Wildlife Adventure, we are home to over 240 animals. This retreat offers the scenery of wildlife inside or outdoors. You have the chance to see zebras, bison, camels, and much more! Elk and water buffalo love to take a swim in the pond that Elk Ridge overlooks as well. Enjoy the natural scenery in the evening around a firepit on the waterfront deck. This will be an overnight adventure you won't forget!

Shagbark Landing

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Drive down the lane to a secluded 3 bedroom home newly furnished. Enjoy yourself in an open concept floor plan where there is lots of room to spread out. Spend your evenings in the living room or the family room that has a fireplace. From the family room you can step out on a deck and enjoy the view of the pond. We are located 8.5 miles from Vandalia where there are historical landmarks, great restaurants, and quaint shops.

The Bin at No Bad Days farm

The Bin at No Bad Days farm is a newly constructed grain bin. As you walk in checkout the beautiful craftsmanship on the ceiling! There is a loft upstairs where you will find a king size bed. There is also an oversized chair that converts to a small bed as well. Main floor has a sofa sleeper for two. There is a kitchenette and full bath. We know you will enjoy the rustic look of this unique property. We are 5 minutes from Lithia Springs Marina and we have room to park a boat!

Freshly updated/3 acres/Wildlife/Boat parking

A completely renovated cottage, nestled in the country of Sullivan, just minutes from boating, camping, golf, theatre style shows, and more. If you are looking for peaceful nights, this place is for you! Surrounded by trees and nature where many days you will catch deer roaming the yard. Plenty of yard space for games, a fire table to converse around, and chairs on the porch to sit back, relax, and take in the tranquil sounds that surround you here at Lakewood Cottage.

Wooden Shoe Factory, Historic, w/ Bar & Breakfast

Historic 1880 Wooden Shoe Factory by Wooden Shoe Maker Gerhard Deymann. A great getaway Tiny House from the past with a Bar & Books. Please take some & leave some :-) Fully furnished. Tons of charm. It has a loft, luggage lift, exposed brick/beams, fireplace, bikes, antiques, front sitting area, swing, grill, back patio, yard, private parking, appliances, vaulted ceilings. 6 minutes to I57, I70, Effingham, & dozens of restaurants. 1 block to 7 Teutopolis Bars, & diners.

Rocky Springs Cabin: A Secluded Cabin On 40 Acres

Rocky Springs Cabin became a home away from home for many beginning in 2013. We have now just joined Airbnb! You can also find us on Google. The cabin is just 10 minutes from Lake Shelbyville and is surrounded by the Hidden Springs State Forest! This cabin rental sets on 40 acres with a pond right outside the front door. It is surrounded by trees and walking trails. The pond has a variety of fish, including, Catfish, Bluegill, and Bass.

Cottage on Lake Paradise,

Welcome to Paradise Cottage nestled on Lake Paradise! Cozy and warm with wood finishes throughout. Includes three-tiered deck/patio, with the lowest level sitting over the water. Perfect for fishing (this lake hosts an annual fishing tournament), canoeing/kayaking, or just relaxing. Great for bird watching, with great blue herons, egrets, ducks, bald eagles, plovers, cormorants, woodpeckers and other species seen daily.

House By The Woods 2 bedroom/sleeps 7

We have 2 electric fireplaces, 1 bathroom, 2 bedrooms, futon & full size bed in living room that sleeps up to 7 total. It has a side covered porch with a seating area & table with chairs. Firepit area for roasting hotdogs or marshmallows. Firewood on premises. Propane grill on back patio. Small kids play area in back yard & 4pm check in with 10am checkout.

The Lake House

Quaint, cozy, cottage nestled on Beautiful Lake Vandalia. 1870’s farm house with all original decor. Full size granite bar located in 4 seasons room overlooking lake. Full size commercial kitchen. Stand up walk in shower, washer and dryer. Plenty of free safe parking. Perfect for a night stay or a full week vacation with family.

Quiet Lake House By the Beach

Welcome! Quiet Lake House by the Beach is just as it describes! The property shares a driveway with the cabin I also host. The Lake House is located just a short walk to Beach, Pinky’s , The Rusty Reel Bar (below Pinky’s) and The Marina. The beach offers a beautiful playground, pavilions and a frisbee golf course!