The Redbud Cottage-Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. | Cottage in Effingham
3 Bedroom Cottage in Effingham
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.
The Redbud Cottage-Beach & Quiet Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires is located in Effingham. The Redbud Cottage-Beach & Quiet Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This Cottage features Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.
The Redbud Cottage-Beach & Quiet Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Effingham has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Effingham, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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2 bathrooms
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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Shampoo
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3 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Living room
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Dishwasher
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Refrigerator
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Microwave
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Blender
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Paper towels
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Oven
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Toaster
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Ice maker
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Near laundromat
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach sun loungers
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Near the beach
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Onsite parking
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Car required
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Onsite parking options include a garage
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Note from host: Smoking allowed out in our yard and by the lake.
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Wheelchair accessible
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Kayak on site
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Cycling nearby
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Boat on site
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Bicycle on site
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Birdwatching nearby
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Water tubing nearby
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Fitness facilities nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Water sports equipment
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Winery tours nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Golfing on site
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Books
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DVD player
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Games
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Stereo
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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Video library
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Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)
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Spanish
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French
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Near a hospital
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Near outlet shopping
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In a rural location
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On the waterfront
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On the lake
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Children's books
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Travel crib
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's games
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Children's toys
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Highchair
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Playground
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: renters having loud parties will be ejected. onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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