Title: Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=94358591&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome Cottage in Effingham with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94358600/94358591/7721dac5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94358600/94358591/b414ad7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Living area | TV, fireplace, books - Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94358600/94358591/9ba64b35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94358600/94358591/69bfd099.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94358600/94358591/be433c3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome provides amenities, such as a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62497 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome Cottage in Effingham with kitchen and balcony This smoke-free cottage features an outdoor pool, a garden and barbecues. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a microwave and a dishwasher, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV. Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a bath. Recreational amenities at the cottage include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Family friendly - Playground ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Spices ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 private bathrooms - Bathtub ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry detergent ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Fee: USD 67.67 per accommodation per stay - Service animals exempt from fees - Pets allowed in specific rooms ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Canoeing - Hunting ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104223500/104223450/4f4aa7b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Sara cottage: 3BR/2BA, hot tub, swim dock, firepit, kayaks, & lake views! 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check-in end time: 12:00 AM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[apartment\] Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 67.67 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Smoking rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 67.67 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room Property Registration Number 025-5000-0-001 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome Cottage Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome Effingham ## About the area Effingham is home to this cottage. Effingham Performance Center and Mid America Motorworks, My Garage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bliss Park and Effingham County Fairgrounds. [Visit our Effingham travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Effingham.dx7822) [View more Cottages in Effingham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Effingham-Cottages.d7822-aaCottages.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%7C39.13966%2C-88.63316&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pPeshiKwtwd4Od1ng-vOIukzXL4=) Effingham, IL ### What's nearby - Cardinal Golf Course \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Effingham Performance Center \- 10 min drive \- 5.8 miles - Lake Sara \- 12 min drive \- 7.3 miles - Effingham County Courthouse \- 14 min drive \- 8.0 miles - Lake Shelbyville \- 45 min drive \- 33.5 miles ### Getting around - Effingham Station - 17 min drive - Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 77 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬11 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬15 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome have a pool? ### Is Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome? ### What time is check-in at Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome? ### What time is check-out at Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome? ### Where is Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome located? ## Have a question? 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