The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.

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9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(422 Ratings)

Cottage in Kentucky

12 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this cottage rental

Located in the heart of central Illinois, the Redbud Cottage at Lake Sara is a great destination for families or friends, or a perfect stopover for a trip through the Great Midwest. With your own swimming beach, a floating dock to play on, a beautiful wood-burning fireplace, a dock for fishing, and a large deck for sitting in the sun, enjoy the peace and quiet of our little wooded cottage on the lake.

Our beach is SHARED by the Hartmann's grandchildren a few days each Summer. But our grandchildren are still young, will be supervised by adults, and won't use the beach while guests are using the beach or the dock (for example while fishing).

Every season is beautiful on Lake Sara, with Spring and Fall being particularly pretty and quiet. The Summer water is wonderful for swimming, and warm from May through September. Enjoy eating on our old family picnic table by the water. Watch the kids swim or play on the beach, or have fun taking a lovely float yourself in Lake Sara's clean, warm water.

Wake boarding, tubing, and water skiing are local favorites. There is good fishing for bass, crappie, catfish, and blue gill, especially in the Spring and Fall. Lake Sara sets aside special quiet hours for fishermen. Winter is a great time for crisp woodsy walks and warming fires.

Our 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage sleeps ONLY 6 adults (per local regulations) and a "reasonable amount" of children. We have 3 "very comfortable" [Guest reviews] king size beds and a couple of wonderful wide sleeping couches in front of the fireplace. We have sleeping bags for children and a crib for babies. Our kitchen and downstairs were completely remodeled in early 2021. We have a Keurig Coffemaker, a French coffee press, a dishwasher, and all new dishes and pots and pans. Our washer and dryer and two-car garage make this a perfect spot for an extended stay. A canoe and 5 kayaks are available for the use of our guests.

Inside, enjoy the separation of a master suite upstairs, as well as the two-and-a-half story, book-filled living room with its massive stone fireplace. You can burn local wood that you'll find stacked at your door. One of our favorite sports is sitting with a book in front of the fire--wine and s'mores are optional.

Our lot is full of tall, beautiful oaks and maples, and is in a pretty neighborhood on the quiet western end of Lake Sara. Redbud trees line Lorton road and are being planted among our woods, bringing their vivid purple/pink flowers in Spring. Views from our huge deck are all water and trees--you can only see one other house. The Lake is surrounded by good Illinois farmland, so it's a wonderful spot for long flat bike rides and walks.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(422 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2024
Our family enjoyed a long weekend at Redbud Cottage. Cottage was extremely clean, nicely stocked kitchen, nice linens and comfortable beds. Communication with the owner was great as well. Will be back again sometime!
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2024
Always clean! As usual, everything we needed was provided. The dock, just a gentle slope, has lots of seating. Plenty of kayaks and canoes. The owners are wonderful and always immediately responsive. So close to restaurants (recommend Firefly Grill) and grocery stores. Can’t say enough about this place. Thank you again for another awesome experience. See you soon😄
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
The family had a wonderful time at the cottage. This was the 3rd summer rental and it has never disappointed. The property is as beautiful as the pictures show, and it is close to a lovely town to supply all your needs. You can't go wrong with this property! The owner is very responsive to any questions or needs!
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
It was fun relaxing caught lots of fish.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
Another excellent lakeside family getaway at the Redbud Cottage! The owner was very responsive and offered solutions when needed. We enjoyed our stay very much - definitively recommended!
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
Beautiful cottage, very friendly and helpful host, well stocked kitchen, AC kept the cottage cool inside on even the hottest summer day, great selection of water toys (kayaks, canoe, floats etc.), nice small walk -in beach area, great fire pit. Beautiful scenic views from the backyard deck and down by the lake.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
The kids loved being right at the lake, swimming whenever they wanted to. In the house was plenty of room for the five of us and we found everything we needed. One star less for the relatively close neighbours and the loud weekend "traffic" on the lake. Overall we had a great stay and enjoyed it a lot!
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
Very nice place to spend time relaxing with family! We would definitely stay there again:)

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Kentucky?

The average price for a rental in Kentucky is $233 per night. This rental is $10 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Redbud Cottage--Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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