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Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Effingham, Illinois
  • Cardinal Golf Course
    4 min drive
  • Pinky's
    6 min drive
  • Effingham Station
    17 min drive
  • Vandalia, IL (VLA-Vandalia Municipal)
    54 min drive

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About the area

Effingham

On lake.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Cardinal Golf Course and 6 miles (10 km) of Effingham Performance Center with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Lake Sara and Evergreen Bark Park.
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What's nearby

  • Cardinal Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Effingham Performance Center - 13 min drive
  • Lake Sara - 15 min drive
  • Effingham County Courthouse - 17 min drive
  • Cross at the Crossroads - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Effingham Station - 17 min drive
  • Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome

Perfect for days spent lounging poolside or out on the lake, this Effingham home is perfect for the whole family! The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom vacation rental invites you to feel at home in the bright living space or cook up dinner in the modern, fully equipped kitchen. For a relaxing sunny afternoon, practice your swing on the greens of Cardinal Golf Course, grab a bite at Firefly Grill, or head down to the private dock to cast a fishing line into Lake Sara, just steps from your back door!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Private Pool | Pets Allowed | Free WiFi & Smart TV | Waterfront Deck

Perfect for those seeking a quiet getaway, this family home will have you relaxing lakeside and exploring the charming town of Effingham in the heart of the midwest!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Day Bed, Trundle Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private pool (open mid-April to mid-November), patio space, furnished deck, private dock, hammock, covered front porch
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, decorative fireplace, large windows, wooden dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, kitchen island
GENERAL: Free WiFi, air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, washer/dryer
FAQ: Quiet hours (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM), pet fee (paid pre-trip), step-free access
PARKING: Designated parking area (2 vehicles), RV parking available, no street or lawn parking

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR RECREATION: Lake Sara (on-site access), Cardinal Golf Course (1.3 miles), J & J Marina (1.7 miles), Evergreen Hollow Park (6.4 miles), Bliss Park (7.5 miles), Wildcat Hollow State Habitat Area (20.9 miles), Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic State (37.1 miles)
THINGS TO DO: Sculptures of the Avenues (7.0 miles), Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum (7.0 miles), Village Square Mall (8.2 miles), My Garage Corvette Museum & Retail Store (8.3 miles), Dr. Charles M. Wright Mansion (12.5 miles)
EFFINGHAM EATERIES: Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse (5.0 miles), Firefly Grill (5.3 miles), Niemerg’s Steakhouse (6.4 miles), Gabby Goat American Pub & Grill (7.2 miles), Puerto Vallarta (9.2 miles)
AIRPORTS: Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (89.8 miles), Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (111.0 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2, must be leashed at all times)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- No loud music is allowed at any time
- Must be at least 21 years old to book and must be present on premises
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
- NOTE: RVs may be parked on the property but may not be used for sleeping accommodations due to Lake Authority Ordinances
- NOTE: The pool is open mid-April to mid-November
- NOTE: There is a strict max occupancy of 6 guests

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2500 sq ft (232 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

439077
New! Family Home W/deck on Lake Sara Pets Allowed
Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome Effingham

Family Home w/ Deck on Lake Sara: Pets are Welcome Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Get Away Spot
My family and I stayed here for a sewing gathering and the set up was perfect! Kitchen was nicely stocked, everything was clean and the location was beautiful & quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous place
Tracy’s place is top notch. From the heated saltwater pool overlooking their Lake Sara inlet to the walk in showers and amazing kitchen this place has it all. We played backyard games, fished and grilled it was everything 4 buddies could need to celebrate a birthday. Thank you Nick
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

kathy k., CREST HILL

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Sara in The Fall
We had an amazing time during our stay. House was nice and cozy for our fall getaway. Weather was beautiful enough for us to enjoy the pool. Lots fishing and relaxing. The house is well stocked with anything you may need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Tam, New Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness
nice place
Very nice pool, outside area could really use a cleanup at the boat deck area and the deck itself could really use an update for sure. The Hammock is not in a very good spot at all. Ok place but personally didn't think it was worth the money... had better for cheaper price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get-away
Spacious! We had a group of 5 adults. Enjoyed the pool and appreciated the space in the kitchen. We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and comfortable
This home was just as described. Outside could be maintained better but inside the home was clean and well-appointed. Lots of room and resources.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Peggy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant Week
We feel the inside of the house was well stocked and maintained. However, There were no dish cloths available, very few wash cloths and very few Kleenexes. The furniture here was more comfortable than other places we have been. While we enjoyed the deck and other outside spaces, we feel the deck railings, deck chair cushions and the boat dock area would benefit from being updated. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronni T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice little getaway.
The house had a great set up. The pool by far was our favorite. The kids loved fishing but I was a little nervous because the dock area is pretty outdated along with most of the outside furniture but my family still have a great time! Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, Restful Stay
We really enjoyed out stay and are already planning to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Very good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Paula R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it!
We really enjoyed our time spent here. Other than battling a couple of things that would not work for us, that were not extremely important, we had a fabulous time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and comfortable!
Exactly as described. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

David V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
The interior of the house itself was great. Very well stocked with almost anything you could need including games, kitchen items, towels, pool towels, shampoo and soap. The BBQ grill came equipped with utensils and a spare full tank of propane. The inside of the home is layed out well, clean and the A/C works excellent. The furniture was more like patio furniture however, so it could use a comfortable couch for watching TV. The pool was nice and was heated. It also has a motorized cover to keep out debris. However, the outside of this home was neglected. It was dirty and not maintained. There is overgrown landscape, weeds and many spider webs. The gate from the deck to the pool needs major repair. The boat dock was in need of repair also, and not very well set to tie a boat up to (needs bumpers and cleats). The tables and BBQ grill were dirty. The deck also had built up leaves in the corners. In spite of the condition of the outside of the home, this was a great experience for us, and we enjoyed it very much. It was an incredible family getaway in a very nice house, on a beautiful lake with a pool. I would come again - if they would have me after my candid review :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Faith B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family
We had a great time the pool was definitely an added plus. The layout of the house is great especially if you are traveling with someone who has limitations. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside paradise
Beautiful property, serene location. Owner easy to reach and immediately responsive. I recommend this location.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Property and Home
Perfect location and home for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
This is a lovely place for a quiet getaway. Very clean and decorated tastefully. Plenty of outdoor space and close to golf, water activities and nice dining options. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Sara pool house
Beautiful house and pool! Didn’t use dock much as some boards loose!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Bridget B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Air Conditioning Does Not Cool House
The air conditioning in the house did not come close to cooling the home. It was 80 plus degrees most of the two days we stayed. Very uncomfortable! Otherwise the house was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Gene K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The pool saved the stay
This place has a nice layout, but it does have a few issues, like broken furniture and some maintenance upkeep The salt water pool was the best part of our stay. To rate this place as excellent would be misleading, but still we enjoyed our stay. The other issue is this Evolve vacation rental service is useless, absolutely useless. Could not answer one question. I don’t know why a property owner would use that service. The Firefly grill was fantastic! We will be coming back to Lake Sara this fall, but staying somewhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Jean B.

NOT as shown/described in advertising
Many things in long-term disrepair. Soon as we entered driveway it was a let-down. Yard needs a LOT of attention. Kitchen towels full of HOLES! Arm fell off loveseat, patio door handle coming off, lots wrong inside. No chaise lounges, outdoor furniture very old, some dangerous. Decking, railings, rotted wood, many boards are trip hazards...too much to list. We wrote letters to VRBO, owner and ENCORE, sent many pictures. We thought it would be beautiful-big bummer to say the least.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sip & swim
We’re three old friends, who relaxed in this comfortable property, especially enjoying the pool on a hot week. Many out door spaces to gather & have some wine or a nice read.. if you’re into birdwatching, you’ll have bonus entertainment. Not too nearby neighbors fished or golfed as we chatted at a deck on the lake. Comfy beds & furniture. Excellent a/c & water pressure. Plenty of kitchen accessories. Great communication by the contact property manager, better than that of “ the evolve team”, who take a long time to answer an email. ( many restaurants nearby in main part of town if needed )
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nouf M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place to stay
Great location , very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

DeLana H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home!
This was our second time to stay here for two weeks. The house is very nice and comfortable. Location is fantastic! Homeowner provides everything you need.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022