Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly

Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Terrace/patio
Exterior
4.7
Outstanding(39 Reviews)

House in Lake of Egypt

12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

Located in a private cove on Lake of Egypt in Southern Illinois, Lakehouse at Lakecrest is the ideal place to escape for a well-deserved vacation from the busy city. This expansive 3-bedroom, 2-bath luxury home is smartly styled with a fresh nautical theme, has multiple social gathering areas, comfortable private bedrooms, and fantastic outdoor entertaining spaces. Guests will discover wonderful opportunities for close encounters with nature and plenty of room to gather with extended family and friends, all making for an unforgettably perfect stay.

The residence’s main level boasts 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a living room, and convenient coffee station. Head down the fun spiral staircase to the lower level and find the main living areas. An open kitchen set up for preparing and serving full course meals with direct sightlines to the dining and family room areas are an entertainer’s dream, and an additional bath and patio walkout are also found on this floor. Sleeping arrangements comfortably accommodate up to 12 in the following configuration:

Main bedroom: King bed
Bedroom #2: Queen bed
Bedroom #3: Queen bed
Lower level: Queen pull-out sofa + queen inflatable bed
Upstairs: Room for guest to bring additional inflatable bed for 2

Outdoor living at the Lakehouse is amazing, too! A large saltwater pool is the ideal place to play and soak up some rays when not spending time on the lake (pool is not heated). The downstairs level offers a great entertainment space with a BBQ grill, huge patio, and seating area for dining alfresco. Additional outdoor living options include a small private dock and an expansive upstairs deck that overlooks the natural private cove with a bald eagle and gorgeous trees being the only neighbors in sight.

Coffee stations on both levels of the home, and parking space for up to 5 vehicles add to the long list of thoughtful on-property service extras.

Amenity Highlights Include:
- Lake access less than ¼ mile from the home
- Complimentary unlimited Wi-Fi
- Smart TVs with streaming capabilities
- Comprehensive housewares package + standard small appliances
- Fresh linens and towels for every guest
- Full-size washer and dryer

Lakehouse at Lakecrest is in a beautiful location set in a private cove on Lake of Egypt, just a short distance from the family friendly towns of Creal Springs and Marion, Illinois. Several area attractions, marinas, restaurants, and activities are within a few minutes’ drive from the property.

• With 93 miles of secluded wooded bays and inlets Lake of Egypt is one of Southern Illinois’s hidden treasures. Boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and swimming are prime activities, and water-skiing, tubing, and jet skiing are also available in certain areas. Three marinas on the lake – all accessible via boat or personal vehicle - offer everything from food trucks almost every Friday and Saturday, full bars, live music, and delicious restaurants serving Mexican food and amazing pizza.

• Adults will enjoy a leisurely day of touring the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail set among the scenic countryside of Southern Illinois. Spend time discovering the distinctive character of each winery, exploring the charming towns and unique local restaurants that dot the trail, and leaning about the region’s rich history.

• The town of Marion has some amazing eateries to check out including The Vault Café, a breakfast restaurant that resides in an old bank building, and Pookie’s Beer, Burgers and Bocce with three bocce ball courts and live music.

• Take a day trip to the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge where 44,000 acres of land and water are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. The Refuge serves as a winter feeding and resting area for waterfowl, and opportunities to view geese, bald eagles, songbirds, raptors, white-tailed deer, and wild turkey can be found in many areas of the Refuge. Points of interest, trails, auto tours, and viewing blinds have been developed throughout the Refuge to enhance wildlife encounters.

Of note
• Guests have access to the lake less than a 1/4 mile from the house where there is a dock offering free boat tie up. A covered slip is available to rent for an additional $50 per day and there is parking for vehicles at the dock. Please note the small dock at the property is NOT accessible by boat.

• Towels for the pool are included, however guests must bring their own towels for use on boats or at the lake.

Pool will be closed anytime after Labor Day weekend.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible

Map of Lake of Egypt

Reviews

4.7
Outstanding(39 Reviews)
4.7
Aug 2024
Clean, well-kept, spacious house, nice, spacious patio, very nice pool, everything is in good working order, all the amenities you need, quiet, private, we would highly recommend
4.7
Jul 2024
Property was beautiful- loved the back porches and view of the cove! Pool terrific! Close to dock to for kayak launch. Host amazingly quick response time.
4.7
Jul 2024
Everyone liked this property. Kids had very fun with the pool . Ans we had fun too fishing I would like to book again .
4.7
Jun 2024
This was the perfect family vacation for my family and my brother’s family to come together for week (we live 12 hours apart) and spend the week soaking up the sun, playing, fishing, and relaxing. Cannot wait to return next year!
4.7
Jun 2024
Lovely place. Had so much fun. The pool was wonderful.
4.7
Jun 2024
The family had a great time... the pool was awesome and plenty of space for everyone... All of the information was spot on and really enjoyed the stay.
4.7
May 2024
I can't think of a thing I would change and we have rented a different VRBO every year for 13 years now.. This place was very clean, spacious and had everything you could need. Everything was high quality, well decorated and homey. The pool was beautiful and so was the scenic backyard. Porches were awesome for getting out of the sun or sitting out to safely watch a summer storm roll in (which i love on a lake vacation). Lots of day trip/outings options close by. We recommend MA's Fillipino restaurant and Lakeside Power sports dor jetski rental. House was more than enough room for 5 adults and a dog. Could easily accomodate more. We had a wonderful time!
4.7
May 2024
Like some other reviewers have said, the set up of the house is unconventional, but it worked out fine for us! A couple of us weren’t huge fans of the spiral staircase, but I like that you can walk outside if you don’t want to use the spiral staircase. We enjoyed our short stay and would definitely stay here again!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Lake of Egypt?

The average price for a rental in Lake of Egypt is $399 per night. This rental is $186 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly. Enjoy the water!

Is Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Lake Views & Access + Pool, Indoor/Outdoor Living, Family & Pet Friendly?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.

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