Holiday houses in Golconda

Cheerful one bedroom cottage on a horse farm

This special place is in the middle of the Shawnee National making it a short drive to many favorite hiking locations Burden falls,Jackson falls,Bell smith springs, Garden of the gods, We also offer guided horseback riding into the Shawnee on our horses or u can bring your own on vacation and we have room to stable them and guide u everyday to a different location in the Shawnee to see. The cottage is on a horse farm with a large yard to play in and enjoy the stars at night around a campfire

Retreat, Relax, Refresh in this cozy country home

Enjoy all that Southern Illinois has to offer in this relaxing country house. Whether you're sitting on the front porch, or enjoying the back deck, you'll be able to enjoy all nature has to offer. This home is convenient to many local attractions including: Dixon Springs State Park & Chocolate Factory (1.5 miles) Lake Glendale (5 miles) Golconda Marina (11 miles) Paducah, KY (28 miles) Tunnel Hill Bike Trail (11 miles) Surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest (beautiful sites and hiking)

Whitetail Cabin

Whitetail Cabin is a nice quiet house back in the woods, just a stones throw from the Shawnee National Forest. The Garden of the Gods and Indian Kitchen are only a short drive away for hiking, rock climbing and Wildlife Adventures. Dixon Springs State Park is only 12 miles away with a pool, hiking and the famous Chocolate Factory with homemade chocolates and ice cream. Nearby attractions are Lake Glendale with fishing, swimming and kayaking. Millstone Bluff and Burden Falls for site seeing.

Little Texas Lodge

The lodge at Little Texas Farm is within eyesight of the 280,000 acre Shawnee National Forest. This is nature at it's best! 20 minutes from Metropolis, Illinois (home of Superman), Vienna, Illinois, and historic Golconda. 25 minutes to fine dining in Paducah, Kentucky. 10 minutes off I24 in America's heartland. Features: Nature at it's best! Birds. Wildlife. Geology. Dark sky. Year-round hiking. Quiet comfort in the 3-bedroom lodge. Bring your books and cameras! Guided tours.

Dawns Retreat

Dawns Retreat is a farm house remodeled in 2023 with a rustic feel that offers a cozy relaxing stay. WiFi 3 smart tv’s 1 Queen 1 full Gas fireplace Gas grill Open fire grill Firewood Electricity at fire pit Plenty of parking Garage Deer hanging station. Heart of Shawnee National Forest. Golconda 10min. Eddyville 15min Harrisburg 35min Paducah KY 35min Note: the field around the yard is private property. Things to do in the area Horseback riding Hiking Boating Fishing Huntin

Beck's Hideaway at Dixon Springs

We might call this place a hideaway but the nearby activities and amenities are too numerous to list! Enjoy the secluded forest location surrounded by towering trees, abundant wildlife, and plenty of outdoor activities. Our cabin is just minutes away from the Trail of Tears, Dixon Springs State Park, the delicious Chocolate Factory, the towns of Golconda, Metropolis, and the bigger city of Paducah. NEW IN OCTOBER 2021: We have installed high-speed fiber optic WiFi to the cabin.

Seclusion with the Lake a step away....

It is one bedroom apartment in the basement of our home, with no cleaning fee because we want you to treat it as you would your home. There is a separate entrance and access to 26 acres of hills and trees. We have two horses on the property and feed from anywhere 3 to 15 deer each evening. We are 4.2 miles from I-24 and 7 miles from Kentucky lake, Patti's, Turtle Bay and the marina. Full kitchen available and beautiful sunsets. It is beautiful, words cannot do it justice.

Clean Farmhouse in the Heart of Shawnee National

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful get away. 10 acre horse farm located near some of The Shawnee National Forest's best sights. Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock, Iron Furnace, and One Horse Gap are just a few that are minutes away. Feel free to fish in the ponds(catch and release), or relax on the porch after the days adventure. Accommodations for indoor storage of motorcycles or a topless jeep are available on the property upon request.

Golconda Lockmaster Home #1

Beautifully restored homes take you back in time when men and women kept watch over the Ohio River’s Lock and Dam 51. The Golconda Lockmaster Homes are perfect for riverside relaxation or a homebase to take in the natural wonders and outdoor adventures waiting for you in beautiful southern Illinois. Houses can accomodate couples or large groups and overlook the scenic Ohio River.