Title: Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=110091372&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake Apartment in Benton with kitchenette and patio ## Photo gallery for Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker - Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake (Benton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110100000/110091400/110091372/32b52928.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake (Benton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110100000/110091400/110091372/8e21a6ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake (Benton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110100000/110091400/110091372/d091e74b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake (Benton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110100000/110091400/110091372/f8715334.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker - Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake (Benton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110100000/110091400/110091372/f792e19a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom575 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake Escape to tranquility in this charming and cozy studio apartment, ideally located just minutes from beautiful Rend Lake. Nestled in the heart of Benton, this inviting space is perfect for solo travelers, traveling nurse’s or couples seeking a restful getaway. Enjoy easy access to top local attractions like Pheasant Hollow Winery, Rend Lake Golf Course, and scenic trails for hiking, cycling, and nature walks. Whether you're here to fish, hunt, kayak, or simply relax, this is the perfect base for your Southern Illinois adventure. Thoughtfully furnished and comfortably appointed, our studio offers everything you need to feel at home. Come experience the natural beauty and small-town charm of Benton—we’d love to host you! ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 575 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27320000/27311900/27311892/1b16e286.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Camping with out the hassle! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=38.017494,-88.91849&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:mdagFp%7Bu%7DO%3FS%3FS%40S%3FS%40S%40S%3FS%40SBS%40Q%40SBSBQBSBS%40QDSBSDQBSDQDQDQDQDQFSDQFODQFQFOHOFQFOHQFOHOFMHQHMJOFMJMHOJMHMJMJKJMJKJMJKJKJKLKJILKLIJILKLGLILGJINILELGLGNGLGLENELENELCNENCLENALENANCN%3FNCLAN%3FNAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%3FN%40NBL%3FNBN%40LDN%40NDLBNDNBLDLDNDLDNFLFLFLFNDLHLHLFJHLFLJLHLHJJLHJJJJLJJJHLLJJLHJJLHLJNHLJLHLHNHLHPHLFNHNFPHNFPFNFNFPDPFNFPDRDPFPDPBPDPDRBPDRBRBPBRBR%40PBR%40RBP%40R%40R%40R%3FR%40R%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FPARAR%3FRARARARCRARCPARCRCRCPCREPCPEREPCPEPGREPEPGPGNERGNGNGPGNIPGNINGNINININILILKNILKLILKLILKJMLIJKJMJKJKJMJKHMHMJMHMHKFMHMFMHOFMFMDMFOFMDODMDMDODODMBOBOBMBOBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAMAOAOAOAOCMCOCMCOCOEMEOEMEOEMEMGOGMEMGMGOIKGMIMGMIMIKKMIMIKKMKKKKKKKKKKMKKKMKMIMKMIMKOGMKMIOIOGOIOGOIOGQGOIQGOGOESGOEQGQEQESEQEQEQCSEQCQESAQCSCSCQCSASASCSAS%3FSASAS%3FSAQ%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I7avnn_-LEcH-0wDyLo23H6vXP0=) Benton, IL #### What's nearby - Franklin County Fairgrounds \- 2 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Rend Lake \- 3 min drive \- 2.2 miles - Marion Cultural and Civic Center \- 27 min drive \- 28.0 miles - Lake of Egypt \- 36 min drive \- 38.5 miles - Southern Illinois University \- 45 min drive \- 43.6 miles #### Getting around - Du Quoin Station - 33 min drive - Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant Benton - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive - ‪Scooter's Coffee Drive-Thru - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake? ### What time is check-in at Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake? ### What time is check-out at Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake? ### Where is Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relax and Unwind at a Peaceful Retreat Near Rend Lake Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Constance H. 24 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The rental was super cute and cozy. All of the decor made it feel very homey! We were in town for my mother in laws wedding and it was the perfect spot to stay. We will absolutely be staying there again when we visit the area. ##### Constance H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Britni 10 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little spot for a weekend! Property manager was super easy to get into contact with and amazingly accommodating (we were traveling with a boat and trailer in addition to our vehicle). We had no issues at all, but I could see how one may be “confused” for getting to the location/door \*IF\* they did not read the instructions correctly - I know how some people are about skimming the content sometimes… don’t do that and you’ll be perfectly fine! ##### Britni Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rochelle 28 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication New unit with all the amenities. ##### Rochelle Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ---