Title: Peace and solitude await you at Moon Valley Lodge in rural Jo Daviess County IL Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3000435301&destination=Scales+Mound%2C+Illinois%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=96445380&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Peace and solitude await you at Moon Valley Lodge in rural Jo Daviess County IL ## Photo gallery for Peace and solitude await you at Moon Valley Lodge in rural Jo Daviess County IL ![Exterior - Peace and solitude await you at Moon Valley Lodge in rural Jo Daviess County IL (Scales Mound)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96450000/96445400/96445380/cdac46be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Peace and solitude await you at Moon Valley Lodge in rural Jo Daviess County IL (Scales Mound)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96450000/96445400/96445380/e377a256.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Peace and solitude await you at Moon Valley Lodge in rural Jo Daviess County IL (Scales Mound)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96450000/96445400/96445380/73620b21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Peace and solitude await you at Moon Valley Lodge in rural Jo Daviess County IL (Scales Mound)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96450000/96445400/96445380/1d442785.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Peace and solitude await you at Moon Valley Lodge in rural Jo Daviess County IL (Scales Mound)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96450000/96445400/96445380/5a3e67a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Moon Valley, a serene retreat in rural Jo Daviess County. Enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings and unwind with coffee on the expansive wrap porch overlooking two peaceful ponds. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Peace and solitude await you at Moon Valley Lodge in rural Jo Daviess County IL Located in rural Jo Daviess County just west of Apple Canyon Lake. Large home with huge wrap porch with an outdoor kitchen overlooking two ponds with great fishing. This home is fully furnished with everything you might need to entertain your family and friends. What you will love about Moon Valley is the absence of human noises. Enjoy morning coffee on the porch with the birds singing. Located just minutes from the private development Apple Canyon Lake and it's amenities (golf, swimming pool, tennis courts, lake and boating). We are property owners and you can have access to these amenities. Lots of nature surrounds you here at Moon Valley. The driveway is a mile long and it is all downhill partially surrounded by trees. It's a special place. Moon Valley is a place for adventurous people that want to get away from it all! This property can only be reserved for 30 days or more. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11230000/11229500/11229424/08656734.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nature's Retreat Apple River - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 2.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=11229424&PinnedHotelID=11229424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95120000/95111100/95111095/e5f76f57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### White Oak Retreat SW WI easy access to ATV and Snowmobile Trails Shullsburg - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=95111095&PinnedHotelID=95111095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109020000/109019900/109019815/ec91ad98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chic Apple River Escape w/ Fire Pit! 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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: 15 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 Scales Mound is home to this holiday home. Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course and Eagle Ridge Resort Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Linmar Gardens and Roelli Cheese Haus. 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