Title: The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=7822&destination=Effingham%2C+Illinois%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=23778015&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. ## Photo gallery for The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23780000/23778100/23778015/35f675b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23780000/23778100/23778015/2ad936a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23780000/23778100/23778015/ff156102.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23780000/23778100/23778015/009b4131.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. (Effingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23780000/23778100/23778015/cc965c5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden at The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking, cycling and boating at this cottage. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121500 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 cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. Located in the heart of central Illinois, the Redbud Cottage at Lake Sara is a great destination for families or friends, or a perfect stopover for a trip through the Great Midwest. With your own swimming beach, a floating dock to play on, a beautiful wood-burning fireplace, a dock for fishing, and a large deck for sitting in the sun, enjoy the peace and quiet of our little wooded cottage on the lake. Our beach is SHARED by the Hartmann's grandchildren a few days each Summer. But our grandchildren are still young, will be supervised by adults, and won't use the beach while guests are using the beach or the dock (for example while fishing). Every season is beautiful on Lake Sara, with Spring and Fall being particularly pretty and quiet. The Summer water is wonderful for swimming, and warm from May through September. Enjoy eating on our old family picnic table by the water. Watch the kids swim or play on the beach, or have fun taking a lovely float yourself in Lake Sara's clean, warm water. Wake boarding, tubing, and water skiing are local favorites. There is good fishing for bass, crappie, catfish, and blue gill, especially in the Spring and Fall. Lake Sara sets aside special quiet hours for fishermen. Winter is a great time for crisp woodsy walks and warming fires. Our 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage sleeps ONLY 6 adults (per local regulations) and a "reasonable amount" of children. We have 3 "very comfortable" \[Guest reviews\] king size beds and a couple of wonderful wide sleeping couches in front of the fireplace. We have sleeping bags for children and a crib for babies. Our kitchen and downstairs were completely remodeled in early 2021\. We have a Keurig Coffemaker, a French coffee press, a dishwasher, and all new dishes and pots and pans. Our washer and dryer and two-car garage make this a perfect spot for an extended stay. A canoe and 5 kayaks are available for the use of our guests. Inside, enjoy the separation of a master suite upstairs, as well as the two-and-a-half story, book-filled living room with its massive stone fireplace. You can burn local wood that you'll find stacked at your door. One of our favorite sports is sitting with a book in front of the fire--wine and s'mores are optional. Our lot is full of tall, beautiful oaks and maples, and is in a pretty neighborhood on the quiet western end of Lake Sara. Redbud trees line Lorton road and are being planted among our woods, bringing their vivid purple/pink flowers in Spring. Views from our huge deck are all water and trees--you can only see one other house. The Lake is surrounded by good Illinois farmland, so it's a wonderful spot for long flat bike rides and walks. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking allowed out in our yard and by the lake. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322000/1321975/868ce541.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham Effingham - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 723 reviews £92 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=1321975&PinnedHotelID=1321975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14830000/14820400/14820315/ec495250.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Altamont Altamont - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 828 reviews £72 includes taxes & fees 8 Apr - 9 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=14820315&PinnedHotelID=14820315&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35030000/35020800/35020703/w3837h2551x3y3-84f618ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Plus Parkside Inn & Suites Olney - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 335 reviews £106 includes taxes & fees 30 Apr - 1 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-30&endDate=2026-05-01&selected=35020703&PinnedHotelID=35020703&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126120000/126114700/126114643/002a10d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Lawn Inn Pana - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.0 Very good 1 review £57 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=126114643&PinnedHotelID=126114643&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96430000/96424700/96424685/91628a3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### XCHNG Corner Luxury Loft, XCHNG. 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Our housekeeper has plenty of work to do without doing dishes. Also, please make sure all trash is bagged & in tall garage can. Please leave all linens on the beds, and all towels hanging in the bathrooms. Our housekeeper will deal with them – – and it is not always clear if she will arrive quickly after your departure! Please moderate heat or air conditioning on departing. And leave house door unlocked, and depart using the large garage door. Travel safely! Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please leave Kitchen as Clean as you found it! We'll have the rest of the cottage & laundry cleaned for you. Please, No Outside Noise (on decks or by the water) after 10 p.m. and before 8 a.m. We live in a quiet neighborhood with mostly retired neighbors! Please use your heads when using Cottage Linens and Blankets. Our Housekeeper has to Wash Every Item you pull out! Please use just what you need. ### Pets Pets not allowed Note from host: Sorry. We are always a No Pets property. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: On lake--Lifejackets needed! We have many sizes. ### Events No events allowed Renters having loud parties will be ejected. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking allowed out in our yard and by the lake. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Note from host: Renters having loud parties will be ejected. 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Redbud Cottage--beach Quiet. 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[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%7C39.13760%2C-88.65391&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DHvsTSliZJU5bQU-Oz677RAnJXY=) Effingham, IL ### What's nearby - Lake Sara 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Effingham Performance Center 20 min drive \- 10.3 miles - Effingham County Courthouse 21 min drive \- 8.9 miles - Mid America Motorworks, My Garage Museum 24 min drive \- 12.9 miles - Lake Shelbyville 55 min drive \- 37.9 miles ### Getting around - Effingham Station 23 min drive - Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) 80 min drive ### Restaurants - Casey's General Store 23 min drive - McDonald's 18 min drive - Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 19 min drive - Starbucks 18 min drive - Sbarro 19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.? ### What time is check-in at The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.? ### What time is check-out at The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.? ### Where is The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. 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 426 8 - Good 50 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura R. 28 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Such a great, relaxing stay! View from the wall of windows in the living room was stunning! Beds were comfortable and hosts were so helpful and responsive! ##### Laura R. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg F. 10 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We enjoyed our stay, the home is very comfortable, great view and well located. The host was extremely responsive as well. ##### Greg F. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Jason M. 15 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Host was very responsive, had a good time on the lake ##### Jason M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly P. 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Redbud Cottage is a cozy and inviting place. Owners were so helpful and responsive. We had a lovely, relaxing weekend! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/50f06874-dc6a-474c-8bbb-25d974542a00-1761490270408.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kimberly P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ahmet S. 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was a great lake house, clean, calm and peaceful. ##### Ahmet S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn R. 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We thoroughly enjoyed this property and the hosts were so kind and helpful. Beds are super comfortable and we had plenty of room to spread out and enjoy our little getaway. Super clean, too! The neighbors and their dogs are really sweet, too! We do plan to revisit Redbud Cottage again! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/889fcce5-53d0-4f91-af23-2ffe7cf00f63-1761510332783.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a723ea91-9681-43be-9d0e-bba500d81139-1761510361910.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Dawn R. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter B. 11 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful house and even better setting on the lake with all the amenities that make it perfect. Just wish more fish would bite! Enjoyed the kitchen/fireplace and hanging by the lake-even enjoyed an outing on a kayak. Great place to restore our souls! ##### Peter B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie L. 27 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great home base for our fishing trip. Dock is a short easy walk from the house. Beds are comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes. ##### Carrie L. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### svetlana s. 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful clean home with high ceilings, right on the lake. Amazing book selection if interested. Kitchen is very well equipped. Kayaks are easily accessible right by the water. ##### svetlana s. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ihor H. 12 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best lake and location 3 night was perfect, and best fishing ##### Ihor H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri G. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing family time Very nice place to spend time relaxing with family! We would definitely stay there again:) ##### Terri G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christi S. 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Mother's Day Everything about this property was great! The charming house was stocked with everything we needed. We caught a lot of fish off the dock and the kayaks. The deck and dock were lovely to sit and watch the lake. ##### Christi S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim F. 10 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fishing Lovely quiet spot. Perfect for us. Owners next door were very gracious people ##### Tim F. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joe H. 25 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Stay The property was clean, well stocked, and had a nice view of the lake. Would definitely stay again. ##### Joe H. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda P. 17 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Had everything we needed in the place. This is my 5th visit to Redbud cottage and plan to book again It was fun relaxing caught lots of fish. ##### Linda P. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike S. 11 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and Comfortable We enjoyed watching the ice form on the lake in February. We especially enjoyed reading by the fire! Great library!! ##### Mike S. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Craig L. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Ideal waterfront with nice beach for kids ##### Craig L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail H. 20 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! The Redbud Cottage was just perfect. The owners were very accommodating and helpful. The kitchen is well stocked and the beds are comfortable. The home is very clean. The lake views and sunrise were stunning. ##### Gail H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Merrie G. 21 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake Location proximity to the lake was great. Alot of fun things to do in Effingham. ##### Merrie G. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura H. 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing! Perfect cozy retreat for me and my husband, though it would have been fine to have our two pre-teen/teen kids with us. Sunrise on the lake and starry skies. The house was exceptionally clean. A nice cabin feel but with all the modern amenities you could want. ##### Laura H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron W. 18 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Whiskey raffle get away We enjoyed the house and its location. Hope to be able to stay again when the weather is warmer. This is a great place for a family getaway. ##### Ron W. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer F. 16 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best kept Secret for a winter getaway This was our 3rd holiday visit. Just love the quiet and the house is great. Always decorated for the holiday. Great kitchen as well as we love to cook in while visiting. We will be back! ##### Jennifer F. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### William B. 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property The home and property are beautiful. I would love to bring my family back here for a summer vacation ##### William B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cristy D. 13 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake Sara Loved the views and the kayaks and canoe we all had a wonderful time fishing and relaxing ##### Cristy D. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roy L. 30 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace & Quiet The fall colors were beautiful, weather perfect, peace and quiet + campfire priceless ##### Roy L. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024 ---