HotTub! FirePit, Private Pond, GameRoom! Slps12+

Dongola, IL, United States

About

Enjoy the beauty of Southern Illinois while staying at Dongola Bay. This is the perfect place for large families and friends to gather and relax in a private and serene setting. We have something for everyone here at Dongola Bay from the large house, game room, hot tub, 2. 5 acre pond, beach area, fire pit and over 2,000 sq. ft. of outdoor deck space. We are located near the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, Giant City State Park, Ferne Clyffe State Park, Bald Knob Cross and other great landmarks

12 guests
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms

Good to know

Explore Dongola Bay’s magic with us & Learn More Below! KEY FEATURES: ☀ 2,000 sq. ft. deck space for enjoying nature at its finest ☀ Great room with large TV, bar, and ample seating ☀️Large kitchen for gathering with your family around food and drinks ☀ Recreation room with pool table, foosball, large tv to watch your favorite sports game or your favorite movie and small bar. Great place for teenagers to have their own private space. ☀ Infant-friendly amenities: pack and play, highchair, and more ☀️2.5 acre pond for fishing, kayaking and beautiful views of nature. (there’s a good chance you’ll see deer on the pond dam) ☀️2 Kayaks to use on the pond ☀️ Beach area to play or relax ☀Disc Golf baskets to sharpen your skills ☀️Horseshoe Pit, can’t forget the classics ☀️Basketball court to challenge your family ☆☆ BEDROOMS ☆☆ Unwind in one of our four cozy bedrooms, providing comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to 10 guests. Additional sleeping options include a Sleeper Sofa, a Futon and 2 additional couches. Extra linens available in the closet. Bedroom 1: - Queen Bed - TV - Dresser Bedroom 2: - King and a Twin bed - TV - Closet Bedroom 3: - Queen and Twin bed - TV - Closet Bedroom 4 (upstairs master): - King-size Bed: - En Suite Private Jacuzzi Tub and shower: - Large Closet - Dedicated Vanity Area - TV - Views all around ☆☆ BATHROOMS ☆☆ Full Bath: - Located near in hall with bedrooms 1-3 - Dual sinks - Walk-in shower - Separate Jacuzzi tub Half Bath: - Convenient access from the living area and laundry room Upstairs Ensuite Bath: - Shower - Jacuzzi tub - Large closet Half Bath (Gameroom): - Located off the main house in the game room and convenient to the hot tub ☆☆ KITCHEN, DINING ☆☆ The fully equipped kitchen invites cooking adventures with a bartop island and a nearby TV for entertainment while you cook or hang out! With a gas stove, dishwasher, plenty of dishes, cups, pots, pans, and flatware, this kitchen ensures a seamless cooking and dining experience. The coffee bar offers regular strength coffee, non-dairy creamer, and sugar, providing the perfect start to your day! The dining area includes a large dining table for 8, perfect for family meals. ☆☆ LIVING ROOM ☆☆ Step into our cozy living room, the heart of our cabin retreat. Kick back on one of our 2 couches, our recliner or grab a seat at the laid-back bar area for some easygoing vibes. Large windows let in the natural beauty outside, creating a relaxed and tranquil setting. Need to catch up on work? We've got a small, no-fuss workspace for that. And of course, there's a TV for entertainment and an electric fireplace for that extra cabin warmth. This space is all about kicking off your shoes and making yourself at home. One of the couches is a Sleeper Sofa, which will accommodate 2 people. ☆☆ GAME ROOM ☆☆ Indulge in the ultimate hangout spot—our game room, just off the deck and steps from the hot tub. This cozy space provides a half bath, a nice bar area with a sink and mini-fridge, a dart board, a new TV, and a pool table. Easy access to the hot tub, bathroom, and bar area makes it the perfect hub for relaxation and entertainment! ☆☆ OUTSIDE SPACE ☆☆ Step outside where relaxation meets nature. Relax on the fenced deck, spanning 2,000 sq. ft., with beautiful views of the 2.5-acre pond. Near the pond you will find a firepit to gather around. This tranquil space is perfect for outdoor activities, family moments, and embracing the tranquility of Dongola. The covered hot tub area invites year-round indulgence, offering a secluded retreat to unwind and soak away your cares, surrounded by the beauty of Dongola Bay! ★☆ Book Dongola Bay Country Cabin Today & Let Us Take Care Of You! ☆★

Other Details to Note

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: - Swim at Your Own Risk ⚠️ - Garage is for owner storage and locked. - No hunting allowed - Fishing is allowed, bring your own tackle - Gas grill available to use - 7 Roku Smart TVs in "Guest Mode" for privacy. - Enter Checkout Date for information erasure. - Personalize streaming with your subscribed accounts. - Explore free TV options like Roku, Vix, ABC Live, and more. - Infant amenities: pack and play (bring bedding), bottle warmer, highchair, and some books/toys. - Driveway caution: steel plate covers well; navigate around for a smooth arrival.

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What this place offers

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Room-darkening shades

What this place offers

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Room-darkening shades

Entertainment

  • Pool table
  • Sound system

Family

  • Board games
  • Children's books and toys
  • High chair
  • Pack 'n Play/travel crib

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Indoor fireplace

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • First aid kit

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini Fridge
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Lake access
  • Waterfront
  • Beach access

Outdoors

  • Garden or backyard
  • BBQ grill
  • Fire pit
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony
  • Outdoor kitchen

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Our cabin sits in a private setting in the country with beautiful views. Dongola is a small town that is 5 miles away that has all your basic needs. Beyond that is the town of Anna which is 11 miles away. Anna has lots of options for eating, shopping, etc. If you are looking for attractions, Southern Illinois has lots of options: 11 Wineries within 30 miles Shawnee Bluffs Ziplining - 14 miles Tunnel Hill Bike Trial (45 miles of trails) - 15 miles Ferne Clyffe State Park - 18 miles Giant City State Park - 21 miles Makanda Boardwalk - 23 miles Bald Knob Cross - 27 miles Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge - 28miles Dixon Springs State Park - 28 miles Fort Massac State Park - 36 miles Bell Smith Springs - 39 miles Little Egypt Off-road Park - 39 miles Rend Lake Golf Course - 54 miles Garden of Gods - 60 miles Cave In Rock - 65 miles

Guest Access

The entire house and surrounding outdoor space is available to guests. The garage is for owner storage and will be locked.

WHERE YOU'LL STAY

Reviews

Dylan
July 2025 · Airbnb
This place was everything I wanted it to be and more. The place itself sits in a quiet country road where if you were just passing through it would be blink and you’ll miss it. The pond is so peaceful and perfect for kayaking in the morning. The yard is large and has so much to offer. Inside, the kitchen is ridiculously well stocked with everything you could possibly need. The bedrooms are simple and just what you need to rest up and get ready for the next day. The dining area is perfect for meals and games and the bar behind the living room is exactly the right size for puzzles, we did a 2000 piece puzzle and finished it the last day. The outside decks are spacious and the hot tub was perfect even in this heat. The game room was the talk of the weekend, the pool table was the best part of the trip. Mark was super friendly and responsive. We will definitely be coming back here next year, maybe every year. We were visited by countless animals too, this place has everything!
David
July 2025 · Airbnb
We are so thankful for the opportunity to stay at Dongola Bay. Beautiful area, close to lots of hikes, comfortable and spacious home. Plenty of bathrooms, fun game room and the deck was fabulous. We always appreciate those who welcome our dogs! Thank you so much!!
Mary
June 2025 · Airbnb
This was one of our favorite stays. While walmart and other amenities were just 6 miles (15 minutes) up the road, this space was private, secluded, and peaceful. There were four kayaks for use on the private pond, and we certainly got plenty of use out of them. I spent every morning meditating on the dock and listening to all the frogs and creatures. Our dogs absolutely loved the pond and swim dock. the home had everything we needed and the hot tub and game room were a hit! The game room was separate from the house (connected by deck and just a few feet from the main house and hot tub), which was great for our 18 year olds that wanted to stay up late and not have to whisper. We rented a pontoon boat all day Saturday just thirty minutes from the house and enjoyed Lake of Egypt then did wineries on Sunday. Four nights just did not seem like enough time, we will definitely be booking here again! Host is incredibly kind, helpful, and responsive.
Jo
June 2025 · Direct booking
The house was a perfect place for our family weekend getaway. The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable. There was lots to do right on the property, and we enjoyed a hike at Fern Cliff, which was just 30 minutes away. Highly recommend!
Patricia
June 2025 · Airbnb
Amazing get away to spend time with our grown kids and their families. Lots to do with the game room, fire pit, kayaks, fishing, etc… this location is pet friendly and had a very large fenced in porch with the dogs loved. We took walks on the winding country roads and met minimal cars. But those that did drive by met us with a wave and a smile. One car stopped to admire our pets and welcome us to the area and said how thankful they were to have guests in the area. We will definitely make this an annual stay.
Linda
May 2025 · Airbnb
The house was as beautiful as stated. We were 11 people and we all plenty of room. The deck around the house was so big that the 2 2year old twins had a great time running back and forth. It also helped that there was extra protection so they couldn't reach through the railing. Everything was child proof. I can't say enough good comments about the house. It was amazing. We would definitely be back one day!!
Mary
April 2025 · Airbnb
Our group of long time friends had a great time there. The house is great and had lots of amenities. Very roomy and had one of the best stocked kitchens I’ve seen for a rental. We enjoyed the game room, fire pit and large deck. We would definitely rent there again! The host is quick to respond to any questions we had.
Shalik
January 2025 · Airbnb
My family and I LOVED this place. I would honestly say it’s even more beautiful in person. This place was such a WOW! I’d love to experience this cabin during the Summer months. I felt like this was a home away from home! Thank you Dongola Bay for the hospitality and allowing us to get the REAL cabin experience! See you guys next time!
Connie
October 2024 · Airbnb
This place is absolutely beautiful. The views from the deck and grounds are awesome. The house and accommodations were great, very comfy and inviting. Our big family group enjoyed the hot tub and game room and the kids throughly enjoyed the beach! Love the spacious dining room and kitchen for preparing our family meals. We will definitely be back!!
Nicholas
October 2024 · Airbnb
Dongola Bay was exactly what we were looking for in a get together with friends. I actually stayed at this property several years ago for a bachelor party (I believe before Mark owned it) and we always knew we would want to go back with our spouses and other friends. Mark’s updates made the place even better, it is evident that he cares about the property. We hope to return again in the future.

Find us

This is a rural home, a car is necessary, biking is available out the door on quiet country roads, or explore the bike trails around Southern Illinois. If you use maps it takes you to the house and barn with a copper roof, You must go 0.1 miles or the second driveway past the house with copper roof.

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