Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions

4.8

Outstanding(80 Reviews)

Cabin in Illinois

40 guests · 8 bedrooms · 6 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

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About this cabin rental

Our lodge has 3 stories with a total of 8 bedrooms and 6 full bathrooms. Each floor has its own washer and dryer and big screen TV. Some bedrooms are set up with Queen size beds, King size beds and some with log Bunk style beds. The upper level has a loft overlooking the large kitchen below. We have an additional family room in the (garage) as well as in the basement.

Also have a 3 seasons wet room downstairs that over looks the 3 acre pond. A 3 tier drop down deck that surrounds the entire cabin offering a beautiful panoramic view from sunrise to sunset w/ease of access to the waters edge for great fishing anytime of day. An anchored dock to fish from and an additional floating dock located in the middle of the pond.

Great for kayaks and a paddle boat for those of you that choose to work out those legs. All this beauty rests in the middle of over 3000 acres of woods, corn and soybean fields. Beautiful hiking trail through the woods behind the lodge. The morrell mushrooms are everywhere during the end of April into the first part of May.

All of our creeks are loaded with geodes of every shape and size for those, that enjoy outdoor activities . We also have a fire pit (firewood available )for late night camp fires or roasting hot dogs and marshmallows near the waters edge.

So between the swimming, fishing, hiking, geode hunting, mushroom hunting, paddle boat, kayaks, Mt. biking, scenic drives, bird watching, wildlife viewing, campfires, horse shoes, and still being with in 15 minutes of town, I'm sure you will have no problem enjoying yourself to the fullest and relaxing at our beautiful Bradshaw Lodge LLC.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Illinois

Nearby attractions

Children's Discovery Museum

Peoria Riverfront Museum

89.8 mi

$$$$

Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions

$$$$

4.8

Outstanding(80 Reviews)

Cabin in Illinois

40 guests · 8 bedrooms · 6 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this cabin rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Illinois

Nearby attractions

Children's Discovery Museum

Peoria Riverfront Museum

89.8 mi

Reviews

4.8

Outstanding(80 Reviews)

Summary of reviews

Guests had a great time swimming, kayaking, fishing, and enjoying the spacious property. Kids loved the lake and yard games. Beautiful stars at night. Memorable experience!

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

4.0

Jul 2024

The property was perfect for our family reunion. Plenty of bedroom space. The kitchen was a little small for the size of our group, but everything we needed was there. The large sitting room was perfect for our family and we played lots of games on the tables. Not sure if we will come back to the area, but if we do we would love to come back here!

5.0

Jul 2024

This lodge was the perfect place for our family to gather. Between the lake and the house there was always something to do while renewing relationships.

5.0

Jun 2024

This was a home away from home for us. With our family having different activities in our lives, the lodge allowed everyone to come and go as they needed to. This was our 5th year coming here because of it being a central location, it's cleanliness, and having activities available. The family loves the kitchen and it's appliances and cooler!

5.0

Apr 2024

A fun place for a group to gather and enjoy being together! Kids had a lot of fun fishing and kayaking!

5.0

Sep 2023

This lodge was perfect for our group! Plenty of space for everyone. The kids loved swimming, using the kayaks, and fishing. The yard was great for yard games too! The adults loved sitting on the large deck and visiting while still being able to watch the kids play. At night the stars were beautiful and we even saw some shooting stars too! Stacey was wonderful to work with. Great time making wonderful memories.

4.0

Aug 2023

Lots of green space and house had lots of room for 29 of us It was our annual family get together. The main issue was the pond. It was not fit to swim in. Which was a big disappointment

4.0

Aug 2023

Stacey was helpful and place is good for our group.

5.0

Jul 2023

We needed a large place for a college reunion - multiple families with kids of all ages. This place delivered! Plenty of beds, lounge space, clean, secluded and tons of fun for everyone - kids and adults. The kids only got out of the lake for rain and the adults had plenty of space to chat, relax, and/or play games. Thanks for the memories!!!

5.0

Jul 2023

The family loved swimming in the lake. There was plenty of room for all of us. Stacy was great to work with. We had a great time.

5.0

Jan 2023

Great space with plenty of bedrooms for everyone ! Love the huge kitchen with 2 family size tables for everyone to eat at ! The kids all love swimming in the lake all day too ! Such a wonderful experience as this was our second time there and we can’t wait to go back this year! Thanks for a great time!

5.0

Sep 2022

Excellent. Friendly. Fun. Helpful. This place is the place to get away from the world. It's away from everyone, quiet and relaxing. The children played in the water (the lake could use some cleaning) from daylight till dark. Yes! We would rent this property again

5.0

Jul 2022

The lodge is spacious, nicely furnished, good services (air co., hot water, walk-in fridge, dish washer, beds, kitchen utensils, etc.) and roomy for our 30 family members from infants to grand-parents. The pond has some surface growth, but it didn't hinder us from fishing, boating, and swimming. Only downers - the roads and flies are horrible!

5.0

Jun 2022

Our large family throughly enjoyed a 4 nights stay. The accomodations were way beyond our expectations. We enjoyed the pond, for fishing and swimming along with the kyacks, paddleboats and the floating dock . The location was nice and quiet until we arrived. :) Enjoyed the wildlife, the nature trails and just special quality time with our families who came from PA - KS. A great central meeting place.

5.0

May 2022

A group of friends spent the weekend together at this large and comfortable lodge. There is plenty of space and the first and second floors are clean and comfortable. Guests loved the beds and the many bathrooms. Guests also raved about the beautiful property, from the pond to the hiking trails. While this lodge is clearly worthy of a five star review, I will say the check in process felt more like a bunch of warnings instead of a friendly welcome. I understand the need to establish some ground rules, but during the walk through it felt like we, the adult paying guests in our mid thirties, we’re being seen as more of a liability than mature adult guests who simply wanted to enjoy each other’s company. It wasn’t the best way to set the tone for the weekend. Regardless the owners do a great job of having many accessories and staying in touch via phone. I would recommend this lodge to all large groups.

5.0

Oct 2021

Every fall our family of seven siblings, spouses and parents plan a trip. We are now set on staying here every fall. Couldn't ask for a cleaner, spacious, private, well equipped location, and a gracious host. AND it is well within our budget. Would recommend to anyone who wants to get away from the hustle and bustle of the world.

4.0

Sep 2021

This is an awesome home in a beautiful rural setting. We had 9 adults & 3 children and we had more than enough space for everyone. The pond was awesome for paddle boating and swimming off of the dock. Pros: Great home. Great location. Peaceful setting. Had 3 refrigerators and a walk in cooler which was very convenient. Firewood was furnished for the fire pit which was great. We were allowed to check in 2 1/2 hours early which really worked out great for our group. Cons: A day prior to arrival I received a text from the property owner telling me that they required a $300 (cash only) deposit for the kayak paddles regardless if you were going to use the kayaks or not. I felt like this should have been part of the VRBO listing and have the ability to pay through VRBO. I was required to take out the $79 insurance which should have covered any damages. The only other downside were things like no remote for the kitchen TV which made it unusable. Mouse droppings in the kitchen drawers and dead flies on the window sills in the bedrooms. However, it was mainly a very clean place but those things were overlooked and shouldn't have been. Kayaks had plugs missing which made them unusable for the adults. Regardless of the cons, I believe we would stay there again if given a chance to work that out with our group.

5.0

Sep 2021

2nd time here for my family. Property is awesome, lots of fun to be had outside!! Plenty of room for everyone. My only complaint would be to upgrade the cookware, not a great selection of pot and pans. Other than that my family and the one we were with had a great time.

2.5

Sep 2021

Beautiful wood work, awesome views, all around a fantastic property! We will definitely be back in the future!!

1.5

Aug 2021

Had a wonderful family time. One more bathroom would make it more accommodating for the number of people it sleeps. Dock sinking into pond and supplied kayaks short on oars but we still had a nice time together.

1.5

Aug 2021

The property is quite nice, but minor changes could make it better. We discovered that there were mice in the facility. The mice had chewed the toilet paper in the bathroom in the lowest level and we had to go to the store to get more. There was also evidence of mice in the laundry room on the main floor in the garage. Also we were not aware of a $300 cash deposit that was needed to use the kayak paddles. I had to run to the ATM to get the money. It was fully refunded at the end of our stay. The king bed upstairs is very uncomfortable, very hard. An extra blanket for each bedroom would be nice. We have stayed here before and we like the location as it is centrally located for members of our family and the kids really enjoy the lake. There is plenty of space in the kitchen and lots of refrigerator space since we bring and prepare our own food for the weekend. Overall, this is a good vacation spot.

2.5

Aug 2021

Was great children had fun in the water and on the kayaks

2.5

Jul 2021

Wonderful for all ages!

2.5

Jun 2021

Don't let the pictures confuse you, the place and the house in real life just "WOW". Lake, decks, nature around are just speechless. We are traveling around the country quite abit. So far this is the best "equipmented" house for the big group of friends/family I ever rented. We have people age range from 2 years old to 55, everyone loved the place and joined it. We will definitely come back. Thank you so much to the owner/property manager, soooo nice people.

2.5

May 2021

Nice place in a great location. Property manager was super nice and responsive. Nice place for a group who likes to spend time outside.

2.5

May 2021

This property has it all for an active family, boating, fishing, hiking, geode hunting and much more. The lodge is very well equipped both inside and outside to accommodate everyone’s needs and wants. We had a great time and the kids did not want to leave. We were a groupie of 12 and there was tons of room to spare. Definitely will consider renting this place again for a family gathering.

2.5

Apr 2021

Quiet, rustic, and relaxing

2.5

Oct 2020

The host & hostess wanted to make sure we had a great visit, which we did. We had ample space and lots to do even tho we were isolated from the hustle and bustle (which is exactly what we wanted) of the world for the weekend. Saw nature at its finest with a hike through the woods and the deer venturing out at dusk. Would recommend it to anyone wanting to spend time with your family and/or friends.

2.5

Sep 2020

An ideal place for the ages of our kids and grandkids.. Spent all day in the lake the first day and riding trails for older kids. Found some geodes. The time flew by.

2.5

May 2015

This cabin was amazing! Plenty of room and activities for the whole family. Chris was very helpful and answered all of my questions I had. We had a great time defenetly will be back next year.

2.5

Apr 2015

I went to this place with a group of 40 people and had plenty of room for all of us to hang out and never felt crowded. The place is absolutely amazing and I am telling everyone I know about the place.

2.5

Jan 2015

Over all my stay at the Bradshaws Cabin was very great from the view to the decor of the carpet swatches it was beautiful from my view it was a build to look older with modern amenities. It is also great for large groups at a very cheap price per night at most places like this with the amount of people staying in this size of lodge would be over $1000. Overall excellent price and friendly people always available if there is any problems. That's all I have to say hope to come back again recommend for all ages. P.S love the mini blinds and wish the hot tub works they said that it was in the process of be fixed or replaced, great mini golf we set up in the black hoof with tin roof "garage" there lots of good times.

2.5

Dec 2014

We had an event at this location with 22 people. It was the perfect size for us to use. We will be back in 2015.

2.5

Aug 2014

My husband and I booked this vacation spot for our combined family (5 children, spouses, and 5 grandchildren) because of it's convenient and secluded location. We all love the outdoors and thought that this would be a great place because of the size and amenities. I can't say enough good things about this lovely vacation spot. We all had the best time and were able to connect / bond in a great way. The grandkids (ages 1 year - 8 years) were absolutely thrilled with the pond which included a small, sandy beach area, dock for fishing and jumping off, and the paddle boat / kayak. The sleeping accommodations were better than we hoped. We all fell in love with the place and hope to go back next year. The kids have already asked if we can add an extra day next year. Chris was more than welcoming and very gracious. We all enjoyed his stories. Thanks, Chris and the Bradshaw family, for making our vacation so enjoyable!! What wonderful memories we will have forever!

2.0

Jul 2014

Was the listing description accurate regarding the location? Yes Did the listing photos accurately reflect the rental's appearance and amenities? Yes Was the property clean and well-maintained? Yes Was the owner helpful in answering your questions or concerns? Yes, the owner was very responsive and always available by phone if we needed anything. Would you recommend this property to a friend or relative? Yes What nearby activities, attractions and restaurants would you recommend? For the few days we where there the children never got bored with the activities that where available. Our family enjoyed the lodge, and the spacious rooms and property. The children enjoyed swimming, fishing, and yard games. We especially enjoyed using the large room with tables for celebrating the family birthdays in as it was large enough to hold the entire family of 40+ people.

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Illinois?

The average price for a rental in Illinois is $139 per night. This rental is $524 above the average.

Is parking included with this cabin?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

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

Is Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions?

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

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Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions

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About this cabin rental

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Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions

Cabin in Illinois

Reasons to book

About this cabin rental

Amenities

Map of Illinois

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Illinois?

Is parking included with this cabin?

Is there a pool at this cabin?

Is Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Family-friendly and perfect for large groups and family reunions?

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