Title: Rustic charm meets modern comfort at Arsulas House 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 # Rustic charm meets modern comfort at Arsulas House ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57680000/57674300/57674244/w444h768x0y96-7df8e041.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57680000/57674300/57674244/49b72fae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57680000/57674300/57674244/c236485f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57680000/57674300/57674244/f4db4026.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57680000/57674300/57674244/0359af1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled atop Goe Hill, Arsula's House offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere with rustic and modern décor. Enjoy scenic views overlooking the Stone fort valley from this peaceful retreat. You'll have access to free Wi-Fi, an equipped kitchen with essentials like dishes, silverware, glasses & cups as well as laundry facilities. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Fireplace - Dryer - Washer - 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. ### Rustic charm meets modern comfort at Arsulas House Welcome to Arsula's House Sitting atop Goe Hill. Nestled in a serene location, our short-term rental property offers a peaceful escape with breathtaking views lots of visiting wildlife. Immerse yourself in nature within our well-appointed retreat, featuring modern amenities and comfortable accommodations. Discover the perfect balance between relaxation and adventure. Explore the surrounding area and indulge in outdoor activities during the day, then unwind in our tranquil oasis under the starry night sky. Experience the essence of tranquility at Arsula's House. A-su-la's house was built by my grandfather nearly 50 odd years ago for my grandmother Arsula. We have updated much but tried to leave the intent and ambiance of the place as Johnny B intended it to be. You will enjoy this spacious quiet home setting on 9 Wooded and well secluded acres for your enjoyment , well away from roads, traffic and neighbors. You could spend hour on end exploring this place as it has a nice stocked fishing pond (catch and release only), the live spring is just a little walk in the woods, there are large rocks the Indians used for grinding, and it is jam packed with history and nature. There's a 1800's cemetery on the property . It sets on top of Goe Hill with a beautiful scenic view overlooking the Stone fort valley. As you look south east across the valley you can see Stone fort bluffs and Tom Dick Hill and the start of the Shawnee national forest. You can visit places like Burden Falls, Bell Smith Springs, Natural Stone Bridge, John Mack Hollow, Buzzards Roost, McCormick Lookout Tower, Trigg Tower, Jack’s Trail Ride, Camp Ondessonk, Cedar Falls, Fern Cliff State Park. I’ve had many hours of fun on the Little Saline River and so much more, all of these just a few minutes away. The Garden of the Gods State Park and Cave in Rock State Park are just a few minutes farther away. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 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 759376 Vrbo Property Quiet, Secluded With a View of Shawnee National Forest Stonefort ## About the area Stonefort is home to this holiday home. Saline County Area Museum and Williamson County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ross Cottom Lanes and Williamson County Fairgrounds. [Visit our Stonefort travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stonefort.dx553248634983385638) [View more Holiday homes in Stonefort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stonefort-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248634983385638-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%7C37.61509%2C-88.71398&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZyjnIA38gj74eB68pd3Nsk_zbj0=) Stonefort, IL ### What's nearby - Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Tunnel Hill State Trail - 33 min drive - 24.4 miles - Marion Cultural and Civic Center - 39 min drive - 22.6 miles - Ferne Clyffe State Park - 41 min drive - 24.8 miles - Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 57 min drive - 32.3 miles ### Getting around - Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 40 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk - ‪Stonefort General Store - ‬15 min drive - ‪Bynum's RT 45 BBQ - ‬9 min walk - ‪Big Boys On The Loop - ‬9 min drive - ‪Chatime - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rustic charm meets modern comfort at Arsulas House pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Rustic charm meets modern comfort at Arsulas House? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Rustic charm meets modern comfort at Arsulas House? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Rustic charm meets modern comfort at Arsulas House located? > Situated in Stonefort, this holiday home is steps from Shawnee National Forest and 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from Saline County Area Museum. Harrisburg Township Park District and Lake of Egypt are also within 16 miles (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rustic charm meets modern comfort at Arsulas House Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 56 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dori L. 12 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Clean and comfortable. Good location. ##### Dori L. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Penny P. 30 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Memorial day weekend stay House was super clean and nice...we loved our stay ##### Penny P. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Skyler R. 23 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place near waterfalls The house was great and the people were great ##### Skyler R. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah L. 21 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Arsula's House is a wonderful place to stay and hard to leave ##### Sarah L. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana C. 31 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House was very clean. Location was great. Very comfortable and would definitely stay there again. ##### Diana C. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juan M. 5 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! Beautiful area The house was beautiful inside and out in the yard. Firepit and grill available on site . ##### Juan M. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney R. 7 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Getaway Overall, great place to stay. I was a little disappointed that the listing states 4 bedrooms and we only found 3. ##### Courtney R. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John C. 17 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house near Garden of the Gods Fantastic property that is clean and comfortable. Has all the necessary amenities. Hosts are great! ##### John C. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon M. 2 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! Would definitely go back! Plenty of space inside and out! Appreciated the opportunity to have a place to stay in that area. ##### Shannon M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dru K. 3 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic This place was great. Very clean and very well decorated. Wonderful host very friendly and helpful. Pictures do not do this place justice. Would recommend 10 out of 10. ##### Dru K. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard S. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic home We needed to get away for a bit and this home was the perfect place. The house is fantastic and it was so quiet there. Just what we needed. We did cut our trip short but that was only due to the weather. ##### Richard S. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah L. 29 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place to relax! Secluded, relaxing, beautiful, clean, these are just a few of the ways I'd describe this home. So peaceful and Fred was wonderful in answering all of our questions. Would love to go back again ##### Sarah L. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert S. 6 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place Everything about this property was as advertised. We really enjoyed star gazing at night in the large open field. ##### Robert S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy A. 10 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### July 2023 stay This place was beautiful and very clean. Fred was very kind and informative. Would highly recommend. ##### Cindy A. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerri S. 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hilltop getaway This property is in a quiet, secluded area with plenty of property to explore and enjoy family time. The house is perfectly appointed, very clean and has rustic charm with all the modern amenities. The coffee nook was a nice touch as well. The location is in the middle of all the activities we participated in, hiking, zip lining, swimming, antique shopping and wine tasting. I recommend this house and location for a trip to southern Illinois. ##### Gerri S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah K. 9 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hiking Adventure Great place to stay if hiking the eastern portion of the Shawnee National Forest. Numerous trails are within easy driving distance, including the popular Garden of the Gods. House was quite comfortable, perfectly clean, and well-equipped for our cooking needs with deer visiting outside the home most mornings and evenings. ##### Deborah K. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dean C., Carmel 28 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it Beautiful unique family home on secluded property. Well appointed with anything we needed. Clean and comfortable. ##### Dean C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard H. 16 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love this place We love staying here. Peaceful, quiet, relaxing no one around. We have stayed here twice both times everything was great. Our last trip we discovered the house is only 4 tenths of a mile from a 50 mile bike trail. We will be planning a return trip for late spring ##### Richard H. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lora R. 23 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anniversary Getaway The Arsula house is SO clean and fully stocked. It is located on a wonderful piece of land. So peaceful!! ##### Lora R. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Joy B. 1 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Fun We had a great time at the house. Keith was easy to work with. Everything was great. Close to Jackson Falls and great hiking. Also Tunnel Hill Trail was blocks away. ##### Joy B. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evi O. 29 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to get away from it all! House has no visible neighbors but convenient to Garden of Gods and other trails. House has amazing views, 3 bathrooms and lots of big beds for adults. We used wash machine after getting clothes wet and muddy on trail. Kitchen fully stocked for grilling or cooking. Nearest grocery store a bit away so plan to haul in food. ##### Evi O. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tedd j. 31 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Thus was an excellent home for a group of 5 adults. Beautiful setting. Quiet. Well stocked kitchen. Spacious fire pit/gathering spot. Host was very helpful ##### tedd j. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Latonya D. 16 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Wonderful. Clean. Private. Safe. ##### Latonya D. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura R. 29 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What an amazing place! We stayed here for a few days while visiting Garden of the Gods and other places in Southern Illinois and Kentucky. Everything was perfection. Such a lovely home and beautiful grounds. Loved the deer that came to visit and we had a visit from a great horned owl. The owners were wonderful and thought of every detail. ##### Laura R. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gordon B. 4 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Discipleship We came with another couple to bond together in Christ. The place was clean, well maintained and had all the comforts of home. The host has a sticked coffee bar as well as a few snacks that we enjoyed while windung down from our day. ##### Gordon B. 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