Unique Southern Illinois Cabins along the Shawnee National Forest

"It is like being at the four seasons in the middle of nowhere.
Hands down the cleanest and pristine rentals I have ever stayed in."
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Whimsical Hobbit style or Enchanting French Gothic, unique hidden away luxury cabins, walking distance to Blue Sky Vineyard. Designed and built for Romance and Relaxation.

Voted Top Ten Illinois Cabins

We are honored that Rocky Comfort Cabins was selected by Illinois Tourism as one of the 10 Top Cabins of Illinois. Enjoy Illinois is the official tourism site for the state of Illinois.

Earthen shelter Living Roof with grasses and chimney overlooking Shawnee Forest

Stay with us and explore the Shawnee National Forest, and the spectacular wine trail for yourself!

Voted Best Wine Trail

Need another reason to visit Southern Illinois? The Shawnee Hills Wine Trail was recently named the BEST Wine Trail by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch Top Pours Competition.

Bottle of Blue Sky Vineyard white wine with two full glasses at sunset

Congratulations also goes to these other award winners - FEATHER HILLS VINEYARD: Best White Wine, HEDMAN VINEYARD: Best Food, BLUE SKY VINEYARD: Best Winery for a Wedding | Best Winery for an Overnight Stay | Best View at a Winery | Best Sparkling Wine and Best Tasting Room.

Look who came to visit!

Jane Lynch filming commercial at The Hollow Cabin

Jane Lynch filmed a commercial at The Hollow Cabin for the Enjoy Illinois In the Middle of Everything campaign.

New Openings!

    Openings for the following three months are updated here. Check back here often!

    If you would like to book your stay outside of our 11 month online calendar that is five days or longer, give us a call and we will do our best to accomodate you.

    The French Creole Cabin
  • November 29 - December 14 (includes our next available weekend)
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    The French Creole Cabin
  • September 29, 30, Oct 1 Booked
  • The Cove Cabin The French Creole Cabin
  • November 2 and 3 Booked

Fido wants an adventure! New Pets Allowed Policy

Hiking in the Shawnee National Forest with pet dog

Featured in "Only in Your State"!

Story of a Hobbit style earthen shelter at Rocky Comfort Cabins

Experience the Solitude and Seclusion
Rocky Comfort Cabins

More than just a place to stay, it's an experience.

Since The French Creole Cabin is at the highest elevation on the property and surrounding terrain, you will be treated to a full sunrise and sunset.

From the Creole Cabin, enjoy watching the weather come in from miles away, or the surreal experience to watch as the fog slowly rolls in, and rises above the canopy of the forest.

The Cove Cabin, The French Creole Cabin, and The Hollow Cabin.

The Cove Cabin
Earthen Shelter Cabin

Inside of cabin with round wooden door and fireplace that looks like Bilbo Baggins house

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French Creole Cabin
Ultimate Romantic Getaway

Cozy Christmas stay at the French Creole Cabin, romantic lighting, intimate dining

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The Hollow Cabin
Earthen Shelter Cabin

Cozy The Hollow living and kitchen area with curved fireplace and Christmas tree

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Valentine's Special!

We are celebrating Valentine's Day the whole week from February 9th - 18th 2024.

Along with a luxurious romantic cabin stay that includes amenities like plush hooded robes, gas fire place, gourmet coffee, hand crafted king size bed, hot tub, and the ultimate in privacy and seclusion, for the Valentine's Week your stay will also receive:

Roses with Valentines Day Special for Romantic Getaway during winter

  • A dozen red roses
  • Decadent chocolate dessert for two.

Our Valentines Day stays are beginning to book up for 2024 - three day minimums. Nine packages available, three have been booked.

Our winter calendar is beginning to book up. Get your dates reserved for a truly romantic winter escape. Our cabins, hot tubs, and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail are open all year round. Discount does not apply during Valentine's Week.

Time to plan your Winter Adventure!

20 Winter Discount!

The winter sky can be amazingly clear! This Incredible image was taken by one of our recent guests.

Clear night skys with Milky Way over The Cove Cabin in the Shawnee National Forest

Book any consecutive three nights during the week in January and February 2024, and receive a 20% discount. See the package details on our Reservation Calendar.

Cabin in the snow with round yellow door and living roof for a cozy Christmas getaway

Unique Cabins in Southern Illinois on The Shawnee Hills Wine Trail

Peaceful and Uncrowded.

Secluded and Private, all three cabins have a scenic path to beautiful Blue Sky Vineyard, the premiere award winning winery on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. We are out in the rolling Shawnee Hills. There is no internet or WIFI so it is a perfect way to disconnect for a romantic southern Illinois cabin getaway for two.

The cabins all are whole homes a minimum of a football field apart. Just bring food, do a little hiking and, if you wish, you might not see another soul. We look forward to being your place to stay for an amazing getaway on The Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Did somebody say wine? Yes please! :)

Ed and Nancy
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Hike Along the Bluffs

Hiking in Winter at Lusk Creek Canyon with bluffs

Beauty beyond description awaits in The Shawnee Forest during the crisp winter months. See magnificent bluffs, waterfalls, slot canyons...the true beauty comes out when the foliage has dropped.

The Best Part? There is no need for bug spray!

Cozy Nights

Couple snuggled up in front of a cozy fireplace at the Hollow Cabin

Snuggle up with your special someone next to a toasty gas fireplace with your favorite book or a glass of wine, and shut out the rest of the world. Is there anything more cozy than a fire?

Lose yourself in the dancing flames and just be.

Hot Tubs

Toasty hot tub with waterfall at the French Creole Cabin

Warm velvety bubbles and soothing jets are ready to welcome you after an invigorating day of hiking or visiting the wine trail. There is a private hot tub at The Creole, The Cove, and The Hollow.

Decadence is a hot tub on a crisp winter night.

Rocky Comfort Cabins

Shawnee National Forest Cabins in Southern Illinois

Hide away and rekindle the romance in one of our luxurious cabins.

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