Vacation rentals in Cowden

Tiny Home Cabin - No Cleaning Fee

You won’t forget the peaceful surroundings of this rustic destination. It maybe small at 375 sf, but it has all the features of most hotels with one queen bed and a full bed in the loft. Located near downtown Springfield, IL and many Abraham Lincoln attractions. Deer often walk around the property which is on a quiet dead-end residential street. The kitchen has most everything you need to cook meals. Plenty of towels, soap, shampoo, and extra pillows. Watch Netflix, Hulu, and Disney also.

Centrally located, Peaceful Cabin by the Beach

The cabin sits in the trees along beautiful Lake Sara. The newly remodeled cabin offers a quiet place to relax and unwind. You can bring your kayaks, paddle boards or trailer your family boat along for some fun tubing and skiing on the lake. The dock allows for the boat to be left in the water till the end of your stay. The Marina, Pinky’s (waterfront restaurant), Rusty Reel (bar below Pinky’s ), Cardinal Golf Course, Lake Sara Campground and Lake Sara Beach are all a short walk from the cabin!

The Shoe Inn, a modern apt in downtown Teutopolis

Welcome to The Shoe Inn! You'll be at the center of town within walking distance to all the places you need to be: banquet halls, five bars, restaurants, Wessel's grocery store, ice cream shop, church, hardware store, and community parks. Smart lock, contactless entry is available for a convenient & safe stay. Enjoy the full size washer & dryer (no detergent provided) , fireplace, kitchenette (no stove), free parking, Samsung 50" smart TV w/ 100's of cable channels, Alexa device, & free WiFi

Lake Shelbyville-Lakeside Villas

Lake Shelbyville is the perfect place to spend your next vacation, reunion, weekend away you name it! Our property offers amenities shared among the villas; fully stocked pond, half basketball court, fire pits, playground, & backs up to a local popular camping ground, just minutes from the lake and marina! Inside our villas are fully equipped kitchens, washer and dryer, free WiFi, smart TVs, fully stocked with starter amenities to get your vacation started without rushing to the store!

The Candy Kitchen

Take a step back in time as you enter this authentic 1930's Soda Fountain located in downtown Greenup Village of the Porches situated on the Historic National Road. The Loomis Family immigrated from Greece and operated the Soda Fountain and Confectionary until the 1960's. It has since been transformed into a spacious and comfortable living area with the original Soda Fountain still intact, beautiful tin ceiling, and also includes a large kitchen, a separate shower room & powder room.

Wildlife | Fire Table | 3 Acres @ Lake Shelbyville

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.

Modern Loft in Historic Downtown

Lincoln’s Loft 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. 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 3rd level and will require you to climb 2 flight of stairs. For events please contact the host!

Family Friendly Home Cowden.

Bring the whole family to this great place. We are 15 min. from Lake Shelbyville and 25 min. From Effingham. We have a crib, high chair and changing table with a nursery off the master bedroom. Roku or Amazon TV's in the bedrooms. Simply log into your favorite streaming apps. Plenty of games, toys and movies!! Everyday supplies in the kitchen and a huge deck out back with a fire pit and flat grill. Close to many towns and only an 90 minutes from St Louis.

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.

Sonnemann Cabin

Rustic one room log cabin. Built in 1931. Bathroom is on the back porch with both hot and cold water. The cabin is equipped with an airconditioner, heater, refrigerator, microwave, stove, grill and a queen sized bed. Setting is rural and tranquil. Very quiet, beautiful place to relax and unplug. No TV or WIFI, but good cellular signal.

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.

One bedroom apartment above garage

One bedroom apartment above a garage in a small and quiet town with fast fiber Internet. We are located in the middle of Shelbyville, Effingham, and Mattoon. 10 minutes to Hidden Springs State Forest. 20 minutes to Lake Shelbyville, Lake Sara, and Lake Mattoon. 20 % off per night for stays longer than 7 nights.