Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Hardin County

Camel Rock Retreat - 2 mi from Garden of the Gods

Located 2 miles from Garden of the Gods in picturesque Southern Illinois. Brand new, completed construction in February 2025. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom open floorplan 625 square feet cabin will be great for families, friends, hunters, etc. Outdoor area features a hot tub and fire pit, with a weber charcoal grill. Come and enjoy everything the beautiful Shawnee National Forest has to offer within walking distance. Located next door to Garden of the Gods Outpost and "Sassy" the Sasquatch statue.

Private Home with Hot Tub by Garden of the Gods

Located just a few minutes from the famous Garden of Gods in Illinois' Shawnee National Forest area with a HOT TUB. Explore the Shawnee National Forest, hike Rim Rock, Pounds Hollow Lake, Burden Falls and Jackson Falls & come home to a nice HOT TUB! We supply complimentary coffee, cream, sugar packets, salt, pepper, firewood & camp chairs (charcoal is not provided). We have high speed (50mps) fiber optic internet & Dish TV with America's Top 250 channels. This home sits on over 60 private acres.

Forestview House on the River

Space for the whole family, some friends, and the dog! Main Floor has three bedrooms: A master suite with 2 queen beds & complete with jacuzzi tub; and 2 bedrooms with a Queen each and a Jack and Jill full bathroom. There is also a full kitchen, dining, living, and sunroom with beautiful views all around and walk out decks. Basement has 2 bedrooms with 1 queen each and an open sleeping area with 2 queens. Basement also has a full bathroom and is complete with another living area and wet bar.

Superior Suite w/ Full Kitchen on the Bluff

Relax on the bluffs of the Ohio River in the Shawnee National Forest. Take in nature at its best! 15 minutes to Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock, and Pounds Hollow, and only a little farther to Jackson Falls, Burden Falls, and Bell Smith Springs. Explore the Shawnee National Forest by day and relax each evening with a front-row seat to a river view and open sky. After a day of adventure take a long soak in the jacuzzi tub or cozy up by the fireplace! Pets are allowed with a nightly fee of $10!

Shawnee National Forest getaway.

Welcome to the Shawnee and "Corinth"! The structure in which you will be staying was formerly a two room schoolhouse that's been transformed into a residence. The school's name was Corinth, hence the name of this establishment. Accessed by a private outside entrance with a deck, the space consists of a bedroom with a queen bed, a hallway, a full bath and a beverage/ closet nook. The deck is a great place to sit and relax while watching the birds, squirrels, rabbits, chickens, and ducks!

Hideaway House on the River

The hideaway is tucked away on a dead-end, sitting on bluff overlooking the Ohio River. Large house with two living areas & bonus lounge room and sunroom; master suite complete with a jacuzzi tub in the ensuite, and three other bedrooms with their own attached bathroom, a well as a kids room with loft bed, and a hall half bath. Hideaway has a large eat in kitchen with a separate dining room, making it the perfect rental for family gatherings and holidays. Pets welcome, $10/night fee.

Elizabethtown Ohio River / Shawnee National Forest

Hi and thanks so much for considering us! We have a modest three-bedroom, one-and-a-half bath home in the heart of Elizabethtown, Illinois with amazing Ohio River views. Our small town friendliness and hospitality greets you around every corner as you relax on a quiet street within short walking distance of a waterside restaurant, local bars, and historic sites. We allow pets for a one time fee of 50.00 per stay whether you're with us for a day or a week or longer.

Deluxe Suite w/ Full Kitchen on the River Bluff

Relax on the bluffs of the Ohio River in the Shawnee National Forest. Take in nature at its best! 15 minutes to Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock, and Pounds Hollow, and only a little farther to Jackson Falls, Burden Falls, and Bell Smith Springs. Explore the Shawnee National Forest by day and relax each evening with a front-row seat to a river view and open sky. After a day of adventure take a long soak in the jacuzzi tub! Pets are allowed with a nightly fee of $10!

Jones River House

Bring the whole family or a group of friends to the riverside in the heart of Elizabethtown. We're across the road from the floating E-Town River Restaurant and a short walk to the ETown Tap. Plenty of parking, and river access across the road. Convenience store, liquor store and Mercantile with ice cream, coffee and specialty items within walking distance. About 15 mi to Garden of the Gods, 8 mi to Cave In Rock, and 11 mi to Golconda Marina.