Title: Sailor’s Hideaway Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sailor’s Hideaway Lakefront holiday home in Creal Springs with kitchen ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101382300/101382265/w1024h468x0y107-76b316ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101382300/101382265/w1018h683x3y0-5ded662b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101382300/101382265/w1016h683x4y0-934b99e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101382300/101382265/w1016h683x4y0-823e7af6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101382300/101382265/w1016h683x4y0-ba00477b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the serene surroundings of Lake of Egypt at our lake view home. Enjoy an open floor plan, master suite with a king bed and garden tub, fully equipped kitchen for cooking meals, Wi-Fi and smart TVs for streaming Netflix. Relax on the front deck or gather around the fire pit. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sailor’s Hideaway Enjoy the peaceful retreat at our lake view home at Lake of Egypt. Minutes away from Fern Cliff State Park, Shawnee National Forest, multiple wineries and much more. The kitchen is equipped for cooking all your meals. We have Wi-Fi and smart TVs to stream Netflix and chill out with your family. Enjoy your beverages on the front deck and have a wiener roast around the fire pit. Enjoy! The space My home has an open floor plan that has been recently redecorated. There is a master suite with a king bed and garden tub. The second bedroom has a full bed and the third bedroom has twin beds. There is an air mattress and a large couch if extra sleeping areas are needed. A washer and dryer are provided. Other things to note Must be 25 years old to rent. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Deck/patio - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100340000/100332600/100332530/2b838c88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Down Time on Lake of Egypt! 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 Located in Creal Springs, this holiday home is on a lake. Kokopelli Golf Club and Blue Sky Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Ferne Clyffe State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Williamson County Fairgrounds, or check out an event or a game at Marion Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby. [Visit our Creal Springs travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Creal-Springs.dx6168017) [View more Holiday homes in Creal Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Creal-Springs-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6168017-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.59109%2C-88.91095&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=biqx41dWNboRv3c5Sl0eMAtEVNQ=) Creal Springs, IL ### What's nearby - Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Lake of Egypt - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Ferne Clyffe State Park - 30 min drive - 14.9 miles - Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 34 min drive - 15.1 miles - Southern Illinois University - 58 min drive - 35.7 miles ### Getting around - Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 29 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Acee's Neighborhood Market & Deli - ‬24 min drive - ‪Cross-Eyed Bear - ‬15 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬24 min drive - ‪Texas Taco - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sailor’s Hideaway pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Sailor’s Hideaway? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sailor’s Hideaway? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Sailor’s Hideaway located? > This family-friendly Creal Springs holiday home is located on a lake, just steps away from Shawnee National Forest and Lake of Egypt. Goreville City Park and Williamson County Historical Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sailor’s Hideaway Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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 6 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### DeDe L. 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Updated double wide It was what we needed. We didn’t stay here much, just slept here. Indoor/outdoor furniture for living room, but comfortable. Ants were a problem in kitchen and bathroom. Limited kitchen utensils, but we made do with what they had. ##### DeDe L. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine B. 6 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful beach house The host was amazing and the house was so warm and welcoming with so much charm. If ever back in the area, will definitely stay there again ##### Christine B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole D. 20 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick Trip to Southern IL Sailor's Hideway was clean and quiet. We look forward to renting again during the warmer months and when we have more time to enjoy the lake. ##### Nicole D. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicky M. 19 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A weekend wedding I stayed here for 2 nights to attend a wedding on Lake of Egyptt. ##### Vicky M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### John C. 17 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We liked it The family enjoyed our time at the house. It had plenty of supplies, kitchen needs, and bedding. On a side note, we ate at Triple E BBQ. Our whole group did not like the food. ##### John C. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### April L. 6 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Time spent at Sailor’s Hideaway The host was very friendly and helpful. She has really put effort into the property. There was plenty of room for my three friends and me during our stay. Water pressure was good and it was nice to sit at the dining room table to play cards at night. The air conditioner worked well, and it was nice to have the ceiling fans. The neighbor’s two dogs were outside when we pulled up. They were extremely friendly, and we are dog people, so it didn’t bother us. Overall nice experience. ##### April L. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter L. 13 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Long weekend vacation So selected this cabin due to the close proximity of other family cabin on the same street. Really only just use the cabin to shower and sleep due to the rest of the family in the nearby cabin . Overall state of this cabin is exactly like the photos . Place is clean, hot and cold water ,beds were comfortable. There was a musty smell inside the house during the time we were there. Good communication leading to day of stay but had no response when querying about how to enter the cabin on the day . We turned up and front door was unlocked. Anyway, the cabin did our purpose and will use again in future(unless I can find a cheaper place on the same street). ##### Peter L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy J. 18 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Stay at Sailors Hideaway!! Our stay at sailor's hideaway was amazing. We stayed from May 10th through May 15th 2024. The property is situated on a 2 lot corner lot with a frontdeck. Porch has a barbecue and a nice table to sit at to watch the sunset and sunrise. Birds were seeing we saw multiple. Dear mother, dear and not very many books. The property was not really decorated outside but again. They had some bad weather and flowers are just now. Starting to Bloom. The inside is decorated in a rustic beautiful relaxing beach theme, with sandy tone. I was amaZed with the very soft feeling floors. They were almost like cushions, and after a hard long day at S.I.U. Graduation that floor felt amazing. One bathroom did have a slight ant problem, but due to the weather, we understood. So, if you cannot handle bugs, then you might want to stop and pick up some bug spray for ants before you go in May. This property and the host has provided everything you would need for a long week plus stay! The only thing I did not find that I needed was some fingernail clippers!! We truly enjoyed everything about this property and look forward to staying here again! Vickie was a perfect host. Left us aline, neighbors were quiet, check in was simple and easy! A+++ 10 stars minus a couple anrs and cicadas haha. ##### Tracy J. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary P. 22 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Golf Trip Weekend We were there for a weekend golf trip. Everything was just as listing said. ##### Mary P. 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