Spacious Shawnee Forest Hideaway! Hilltop Estate | House in Gorham

15-Acre Farm w/ Total Seclusion | Home Gym & Office | All-Season Scenery | 5,360 Sq Ft
Wake up to the rolling Mississippi Valley and spend leisurely days exploring during a stay at this vacation rental in Gorham. Woods, boulders, and a pond surround the 4-bed, 3.5-bath home — be sure to watch for deer and bobcats from the sunroom! Meanwhile, explore the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail or go on a boating adventure at Kinkaid Lake. Secure your quiet forest escape at this true hidden gem in Illinois.
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1:1 king bed
- Bedroom 2:1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3:1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 full sleeper sofa
HOME HIGHLIGHTS
- TV, piano, fireplaces
- Formal dining room
- Home office w/ desk
- Furnished sunroom
- Luxurious primary bathroom w/ jetted tub
- Home gym
- Upper-level deck, patio
- 15-acre property w/ 2 barns
KITCHEN
- Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, double oven, microwave, Keurig
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, trash bags & paper towels
GENERAL
- Central heating & A/C
- Towels & linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Free WiFi
- Keyless entry
FAQ
- 2 exterior security cameras (facing out)
ACCESSIBILITY
- Multi-level home, 2 steps to enter
- Stairs to access all bedrooms
PARKING
- Ample driveway & lot parking
-- THE LOCATION --
- Surrounded by Shawnee National Forest land
- Popular area for deer, turkey, duck & mushroom hunting
- 3 miles to Kinkaid Lake: boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing contests
- 7 miles to Lake Murphysboro State Park: scenic boating, camping, many spectacular picnic areas
- 3 miles to Kinkaid Lake Spillway: swimming
- 14-20 miles to local wineries: Kite Hill Vineyards, Pomona Winery, Hickory Ridge Vineyard, Von Jakob Winery & Brewery
- 14-23 miles to golfing: Jackson County Country Club, Hickory Ridge Public Golf Course, Midland Hills Country Club
- 8 miles to Murphysboro Apple Festival
- 34 miles to Giant City State Park: rock climbing
- 16 miles to Southern Illinois University
- 0.5 miles to Rose's Bourbon Rail: fish & burgers
- 15 miles to Middle Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge
- 104 miles to St. Louis Lambert International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This multi-level home requires 2 steps to enter; stairs are required to access all bedrooms
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is a Ring doorbell device facing the front outdoor entry and front yard. Camera 2 is above the carport facing the carport and door. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion

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