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The Firefly Lodge – A Cozy Lake Retreat in Sullivan, IL

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Dining
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Shower, jetted bath, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Firefly Lodge – A Cozy Lake Retreat in Sullivan, IL

Welcome to The Firefly Lodge, your perfect getaway nestled near Lake Shelbyville in charming Sullivan, Illinois. Whether you're seeking quiet mornings on the porch, lake adventures, or cozy evenings under starry skies, this thoughtfully furnished lodge has everything you need for a peaceful and memorable stay.

5 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 15

Step inside and unwind in a warm, inviting space that blends rustic charm with modern comfort. The open-concept living area features plush seating, a fireplace, and large windows that frame the serene outdoor views. The fully equipped kitchen offers everything you need to cook up family meals or prep a picnic for the lake.

What You’ll Love:

Peaceful, wooded setting just minutes from Lake Shelbyville

Outdoor fire pit – perfect for s’mores, storytelling, and stargazing

Spacious deck with string lights and seasonal views

Game room with board games and a foosball table

Satellite Internet for remote work or streaming your favorites

Outdoor Adventure Awaits:
Spend your days fishing, boating, or hiking in the nearby Eagle Creek State Park or Wolf Creek State Park. Launch your kayak in minutes or explore local trails and wineries. After a day of adventure, return home to grill on the deck or catch lightning bugs dancing through the trees—hence the name, Firefly Lodge.

Extras & Essentials:

Washer & dryer

Central heat/AC

Fresh linens and towels provided

Ample parking

Whether you're here for a fishing or hunting weekend, family gathering, or a solo retreat to recharge, The Firefly Lodge is your go-to escape in Central Illinois. Come stay, relax, and experience the magic for yourself.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

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 (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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 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

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Sullivan, IL

What's nearby

  • Lake Shelbyville - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Wolf Creek State Park - 15 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Eagle Creek State Park - 21 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Lake Shelbyville Beach - 42 min drive - 21.8 miles
  • Eastern Illinois University - 59 min drive - 35.1 miles

Getting around

  • Mattoon Station - 32 min drive
  • Decatur, IL (DEC) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • ‪Red Apple Family Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • Sullivan VFW
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Firefly Lodge – A Cozy Lake Retreat in Sullivan, IL pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Firefly Lodge – A Cozy Lake Retreat in Sullivan, IL?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Firefly Lodge – A Cozy Lake Retreat in Sullivan, IL?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Firefly Lodge – A Cozy Lake Retreat in Sullivan, IL located?

Situated in Sullivan, this holiday home is steps from Lake Shelbyville and within 9 mi (15 km) of Wolf Creek State Park and The Little Theatre on the Square. Eagle Creek State Park is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) away.

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The Firefly Lodge – A Cozy Lake Retreat in Sullivan, IL Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 161 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for fisherman

My buddies and I have stayed here many times and it's a great getaway for us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing getaway

Great location, tons of space, quiet and serene. We really enjoyed ourselves. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deken G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another excellent trip

Wonderful place for family and friends. Our group thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Looking forward to booking again next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Beverly V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed here for a wedding in town.

Property was very big. There was enough room for everybody. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely setting

This cabin is in a picturesque and quite setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRANK G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great 3 day vacation

Great 3 day vacation with Family, great location and the rental has everything that makes something like this enjoyable and the host was very reasonable to our questions while we were there. This place has more than expected and we look forward to our next trip next summer for a longer stayresponsive to our
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family weekend getaway

We all enjoyed our stay at the lodge. It is easy to find, plenty of space for our group of 12 to hang out, eat meals together, and more than enough sleeping areas. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

Great property- enjoyed the fire pit! plenty of beds too!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for families

Beautiful location, loved the lodge, very unique and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Brady F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great secluded property

We enjoyed not having any neighbors and it is nice to have a place that close to the water after boating all day!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a getaway!

Enjoyed our stay! Had everything we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great place!!!

We had a great time. It was conveniently located to the boat ramp and beach. Firepit was a great space to gather. Lots of beds which were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation property!

The cabin is located in a beautiful area and was as described. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Steven B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family weekend getaway

Nice property, enjoyed our stay, could have been cleaner
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanks for a wonderful get-away!

We loved our stay in the woods! We enjoyed sitting on the wrap around deck watching the wildlife. What a beautiful setting. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

Very beautiful cabin, very nicely equipped. The owner was very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew D.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to accommodate 4 family’s totaling 14

Plenty of space and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual family labor day trip

Absolutely loved having our own beach down the hill! Close to marina, appreciated firewood and fire pit, awesome having so many beds! I would love to be able to return some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Belated family Christmas

Location, location, location. This is our second year doing family Christmas here. We love the location. One daughter comes up from St. Louis with 5 sons (age 17-25). The cabin, although not well organized for a regular house, suits the boys well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Edward D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin as advertised

There were plenty of beds for our party of 15. The location is great, so close to towns and outdoor activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in every way. We loved it. We will be back!

Great cabin. Lots of room for all of us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and accommodation for fisherman.

Several comfortable beds. 3 different living spaces within each floor Huge table to gather for meals Water access if you want to pull up for lunch Close to landing and bait Great location on the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis C B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

Nice country location with overlook of the lake. A rare find on lake Shelbyville. Plenty of beds and room for a large family, or group of friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024