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Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest.

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Property grounds
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 142300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Elizabethtown, IL
  • Hardin County Court House
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Cave in Rock State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Hall bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Hall bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Hall bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall bath

Master bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest.

Walnut Hill is a modern home that will sleep 12 -14 ppl. There are 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a large kitchen with seating for 4 at the Island and 10 at the dining room table. The kitchen is equipped with a full-size refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, toaster, coffee pot and all the dishes you'll need. We supply complimentary coffee, coffee filters, cream, sugar packets, salt, pepper, hand soap, dish soap, laundry pods, dishwasher pods, toilet paper, paper towels, campfire wood and camp chairs and of course, FREE high speed fiber optic WiFi (500 mps). There is a printer in the workstation but we DO NOT supply the paper. Please bring your own paper.
Walnut Hill is affordably priced based on number of people. If you are looking for a real country get a way where children can run outside without concern. This is the place for you.
Located just minutes from the famous Garden of the Gods Wilderness area, Pounds Hollow Lake and Rim Rock in the Shawnee National Forest, this little gem is right where you want to be.
There is a 15' x 30' game room with card table, fireplace (winter only; firewood is not supplied for the inside fireplace), large chalk board and high-speed fiber optic FREE Wi-Fi (50mps) and Dish TV with over 250 channels. There is also a laundry room with washer and dryer. This property sits on 100 private acres.
The base price is for 2 guests. Any more than 2 guests is $10 per night per guest extra.
We have been in the vacation rental business for 11 years and live across the street from Walnut hill. We are always available to our guests if needed.
Come see what all the fuss is about and go home with memories to last a lifetime!

*** Pets and Kids:***
We are a Pet and Kid Friendly rental. We allow up to two pets per unit for no additional charge, however, we do require a credit card to be on file in the event there is any damage to the unit or its furnishings. To remain a pet friendly rental, pets that are aggressive towards other dogs, cats or people, will NOT be allowed. Pet owners assume ALL liability for their pets. Aggressive animals will be asked to leave immediately.
All pets are required to be current on shots and must be protected with Flea and Tick medicine BEFORE you arrive. All pets must be crated if left unattended in the units. No exceptions please! For your convenience, we do rent crates of all sizes for $8 per visit (not per night) but it is BYOB (Bring Your Own Blanket). Please call us in advance if you will need a crate in your unit. Please note, we will automatically charge your credit card for any damages done to the units, furnishings, linens or towels.
PLEASE help us remain a pet friendly resort and just let us know if your pet had a bad day and accidentally chewed the towel or corner of the rug. We ask only that you reimburse us for the cost of the damaged item.
Even if your pet typically doesn't jump on the furniture, PLEASE bring thick blankets to cover the furniture with anyway! This goes a long way to helping the cleaning people get all the dog hair up before the next guests arrive. Thanks!
The unit is guaranteed to be ready by 4pm. If you plan to arrive early, you MUST CALL us in advance. We will make arrangements to get you in as soon as it is cleaned and ready for you. Please do not arrive earlier than 4pm without calling 1st.

We charge a $100 security deposit at time of check in that is fully refundable after check out as long as the house and hot tub are in good condition. If we have to drain the hot tub, we will keep the security deposit.

Property manager

Elizabeth
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown is home to this vacation home. While the natural beauty of Shawnee National Forest and Cave in Rock State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Hogg Hollow Winery.
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Elizabethtown, IL

What's nearby

  • Hardin County Court House - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shawnee National Forest - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cave in Rock State Park - 17 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 26 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 31 min drive - 30.6 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Top Dog Snack Bar & Gift Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ma & Pa's Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪River Front Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Town & Country - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home with HOT TUB by Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest. located?

Situated in Elizabethtown, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Hardin County Court House and Shawnee National Forest. Ohio River is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sudershan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house

Had good time with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernon V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible house with beautiful sunsets

Picked this house on a whim, and was blown away by the peace and beauty of the area, and the house itself. The entertainment area became our main hangout when not in the hottub or seeing the sites. Elizabeth and Marty were so nice and responsive to the few things that came up. Cannot recommend this place enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful getaway

We truly enjoyed our stay and are making plans to cone back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Hosts and well kept property.

This was our fourth time staying at Elizabeth and Marty’s property. All of there rentals exceed expectations. They go above and beyond to make your trip wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosetta B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Very quite and beautiful place. Loved the big back porch as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for hiking

Basic but the family had a good time. Location is great and they enjoyed the game room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ken T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway

Perfect place to relax for a weekend. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet space with an abundance of nature

Great place for family and friends. Plenty of room and it’s quiet. Steps from awesome hiking and breathtaking scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Judy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Walnut Hill

This place is great, clean, big enough for us 6 people but will sleep more than that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip

Fun
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and roomy

Very relaxing stay with plenty of room. Wish winery and orchards were closer and check in wasn’t as hectic. Love to bring family for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vickie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girlfriends Weekend

We really enjoyed the place and had a great time. Everything was as expected.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting and very nice home!

If you're looking for a secluded place close to garden of the gods, we highly recommend this property. The house is big, clean and has some very nice amenities. The owners were also very nice and accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cheryn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, Beautiful Stay

Beautiful property with plenty of space for everyone. Views from the deck are gorgeous. Very close to Garden of the Gods. Everyone at the Outpost were very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this booking!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house in an awesome area

Our family of 5 (2 adults, 2 kids under 12 and our dog) loved our stay at the Walnut Hill house. The house was exactly as described, clean and plenty of space. And the properttly was huge, tons of exploring for us and the kids loved the hot tub and fire pit. There were tons of hicking trails with waterfalls and rocks to climb on near by. Couldnt ask for a better trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view, secluded and very clean

Second time we stayed at this house. Very, very clean and beautiful views from the home. Nice fire pit with furnished wood :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation get away from Chicago

Amazing place peaceful and quiet. Owner is super friendly, went hiking and fishing. Stores for food are not far there is bobs and Walmart for food which are only 30 minutes away from house definitely worth it will be back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

russell e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What an amazing place to hang with friends

A group of us got away for the weekend. This house was amazing. Very clean and had everything you could need. Thanks again for letting us rent your home
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

Walnut Hill and Elizabeth were super accommodating for the large group of family we had for Labor Day weekend! Will be going back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edith V., Chicago, IL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, perfect for families!

Close to hiking trails and the space was big for our family! We were completely comfortable with how clean it was and had supplies to clean up afterwards. Great communication from the host! Made everything easy for our check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property and good location

Our family had a nice stay at the property. It’s in a great location to explore the Shawnee area. We had a good recommendation for dinner from Elizabeth to visit E town river restaurant and had a great time there. The house was very nice and very clean. Thanks for the great time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great time exploring the area

The house was perfect for what we were looking for: quiet and secluded with lots of room to roam. The layout is nice and spread out, and being able to do laundry for our muddy kids was great. We will come back someday for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Gorgeous property, spacious home, centrally located near some great hikes. Stellar costumer service from owner and employees at the Outpost. Would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent family get away

My family and i really enjoyed the house, it was very beautiful. The back deck was so perfect for morning coffee, talking and seeing the deer. At night you hear the baby coyotes barking and playing. It was the best time we have had together, none of us wanted to leave.. Thank you Elizabeth for opening your home, we will definitely be back..
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hardin County

Very spacious and clean house, loved the game room and that it was pet friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth

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In 2010 Marty & Elizabeth Canfarelli relocated to southern Illinois from the suburbs of Chicago. After a 25-year career building high rises in Chicago, Marty turned his attention to building something unique that would provide a venue for families and couples to make life long memories. In early 2012 they opened Timber Ridge Outpost & Cabins, A treehouse and log cabin resort in the heart of the Illinois Ozarks. In 2017 they opened The Garden of the Gods Outpost, an ice cream and gift store. In the fall of 2022 Marty & Elizabeth sold Timber Ridge and The Outpost but continue to rent their Walnut Hill home and their Prairie House homes thru VRBO and personal connections. When you stay at Walnut hill, you are in good hands with experienced hosts that know how to do it right.

Why they chose this property

For over 10 years your hosts, Marty and Elizabeth have hosted properties that are ranked #1 in our area on TripAdvisor with over 200 FIVE STAR reviews. We have been featured National Geographic book (2022) in Better Homes & Garden (2021), Washington Post (2021), Life & Style in southern Illinois (2016), Chicago magazine, AAA travel magazine, Midwest Traveler magazine, The Saturday Evening Post (August 2016), Chicago Parent Going Places magazine (2012 & 2014 & 2017), on Cruisin' Illinois with Julian Cruz (WGN-TV spring 2013) as well as a long list of various blogs, regional publications and more.

Come see what all the fuss is about and go home with memories to last a lifetime!

What makes this property unique

Enjoy wonderful sunrise and sunsets from the brand new 12' x 60' long covered back porch while overlooking the rolling hills of southern Illinois. Play a game of tether ball in the back yard. Relax in the hammocks or hang out around a campfire (firewood supplied). You are just minutes away from the famous Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock, Pounds Hollow Lake and more.

Unlike many vacation rental places, the owners, Marty and Elizabeth live across the street from Walnut Hill home and are available if you need anything during your stay.

Languages:

English

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