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APPLE CANYON LAKE, LOG CABIN IN THE WOODS

 
 
 
Apple River cabin rental - Walking back from the creek
Walking back from the creek
 
Apple River cabin rental - Walking back from the creek

Walking back from the creek

Kitchen and Great Room. Bedrooms are off to the left

Kitchen and Great Room. Bedrooms are off to the left

Well equipped kitchen

Well equipped kitchen

Dining table, kitchen to the left, double doors to the deck off to the right

Dining table, kitchen to the left, double doors to the deck off to the right

Great Room

Great Room

Upstairs loft Bedroom with king bed

Upstairs loft Bedroom with king bed

Bedroom 2 with queen bed and single bunk bed

Bedroom 2 with queen bed and single bunk bed

Bedroom 3 with queen bed and futon (not shown)

Bedroom 3 with queen bed and futon (not shown)

Futon in bedroom 3, queen bed off to the right

Futon in bedroom 3, queen bed off to the right

Master bath with spa tub

Master bath with spa tub

Summer View

Summer View

Winter View

Winter View

My friend caught this one casting around the docks

My friend caught this one casting around the docks

Wearing out the sleds

Wearing out the sleds

Neighbors horses

Neighbors horses

Zip Line

Zip Line

Enjoying the fire pit and swing on a cool spring day

Enjoying the fire pit and swing on a cool spring day

Great Sledding

Great Sledding

Per night (USD) $170 - $225
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps10
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
Minimum Stay 1 - 3 nights

Photos and Description of the Apple River vacation cabin rental
Cabin, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths, (Sleeps 8-10)

Come be a kid again at our log cabin in the woods! By cabin we mean granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, jacuzzi tub, 25ft tall stone fireplace, and some of the most comfortable beds you have ever slept on.

Our 'Great Room' gives new meaning to the name, with a large kitchen, large eating and sitting area, darts, and French doors that open onto an elevated cedar deck overlooking the woods.

We have a stereo with an Apple Airport Express and WIFI so bring your Ipod Touch/Iphone/laptop with itunes for wireless streaming of YOUR music library.

Please view AVAILABILITY CALENDER on the website for date availability. We are sorry, but we cannot lock in dates until deposit is received (Paypal or CC preferred). Please keep in mind we often receive several inquiries for the same dates. The first paid deposit locks in the dates. The deposit IS refundable until 2 weeks prior to arrival.

Keywords: Apple Canyon Lake Log Home Rental, Log Cabin in the Woods

Why The Owner chose Apple River

My family and I built this cabin by hand over several years. As such, this cabin is everything we wanted in a vacation home. We love the woods, and we love the lake. We have two young children as well as nieces and nephews that adore 'Uncle Dan's Cabin'. We have 'Cabin Rules' and 'Home Rules'. 'Cabin Rules' pretty much mean kids are free to explore and do what they wish within reason. Kids have poked at a smoldering fire for hours and conjured up delivery systems using the zip line. We don't have a TV at the cabin nor do we plan on getting one. What we do have are plenty of board games, puzzles, darts, BB guns, paintball guns, bugs, frogs, a telescope, and of course sticks.....lots and lots of sticks.

Apple River cabin rental - Walking back from the creek

Walking back from the creek

Kitchen and Great Room. Bedrooms are off to the left

Kitchen and Great Room. Bedrooms are off to the left

Well equipped kitchen

Well equipped kitchen

Dining table, kitchen to the left, double doors to the deck off to the right

Dining table, kitchen to the left, double doors to the deck off to the right

Great Room

Great Room

Upstairs loft Bedroom with king bed

Upstairs loft Bedroom with king bed

Bedroom 2 with queen bed and single bunk bed

Bedroom 2 with queen bed and single bunk bed

Bedroom 3 with queen bed and futon (not shown)

Bedroom 3 with queen bed and futon (not shown)

Futon in bedroom 3, queen bed off to the right

Futon in bedroom 3, queen bed off to the right

Master bath with spa tub

Master bath with spa tub

Summer View

Summer View

Winter View

Winter View

My friend caught this one casting around the docks

My friend caught this one casting around the docks

Wearing out the sleds

Wearing out the sleds

Neighbors horses

Neighbors horses

Zip Line

Zip Line

Enjoying the fire pit and swing on a cool spring day

Enjoying the fire pit and swing on a cool spring day

Great Sledding

Great Sledding

Nearest Ski : Chestnut Mountatin at 25 Miles
Nearest Golf : Apple Canyon Lake 9 hole golf course at 5 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : The Cove at 5 Miles
Nearest Point of Interest : Fishing
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Rental Rates for this vacation cabin rental in Apple River, Illinois

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
$225
1 night
 
Discounts: 2 nights or more: $190 Nightly; 3 nights or more: $170 Nightly
 
Summer
May 24 - Sep 2
$225
3 nights
 
Discounts: 6 nights or more: $200 Nightly

Additional information about rental rates

Cleaning fee per stay $80
Refundable Damage Deposit $150
Pet Fee $0 + Tax

Cancellation Policy

Policy available by contacting owner when booking.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cabin rental in Apple River, Illinois

Property Type:
  • cabin
General:
  • Wireless Internet ...
    Internet access via cell service tied to a wifi router. The service can be intermittent. There are no true broadband options available in the area. Speed is typical 3g speeds and the plan is not unlimited, so please judiciously, Thank You.
  • Washing Machine ...
    detergent and softener included
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Wood Fireplace
  • Air Conditioning
  • Linens Provided ...
    Pillows and Blankets for 10 people provided.
Kitchen:
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Ice Maker
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 -
    Bathroom 2 -
  • 2.5
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
  • King size beds (1), Queen size Beds (2), Sleep Sofa or Futons (1) Full sized futon, sleeps two, Bunk Beds (1) sleeps one child on upper level, shown in photos
Entertainment:
  • Stereo
Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck / Patio
Suitability:
  • Alternative Lifestyle
  • pets considered
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
Pool / Spa:
  • jetted tub
Attractions:
  • restaurants
  • marina
  • playground
Leisure Activities:
  • scenic drives
  • walking
  • shopping
  • horseback riding
  • wildlife viewing
  • boating
  • sledding
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • mountain biking
  • golf
  • hiking
  • fishing
  • swimming
  • cross country skiing
  • hot air ballooning
  • snowboarding
  • tennis
  • skiing
  • basketball court
  • freshwater fishing
  • pier fishing
  • water skiing
  • water tubing
Notes: Come be a kid again at our Cabin!, Wooded location close to lake, Firepit, Zip Line, Great Sledding, Trail System connected to property, 25 minutes to Galena, 35 minutes to Chestnut Mountain and Summer Alpine Slides and Winter skiing, Apple Canyon State Park 15 minutes, Shore fishing a 5 min walk, boat rentals available.

Reviews for this vacation cabin rental in Apple River, Illinois

Apple Canyon Lake, Log Cabin in the Woods
average rating of 5.0 based on 12 reviews
business
Apple Canyon Lake, Log Cabin in the Woods
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p412582vb
630 926-8049
Apple Canyon Lake Illinois
5

Friends Unite

5 of 5
Submitted: March 11, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
The cabin is great. We had a wonderful time. Fully stocked cabin we brought nothing but food and drinks and a few games. We had 7 children and 6 adults and there was plenty of sleeping room. We all had a blast on the sled hill and zip line. My wife and I were lucky enough to see 6 deer bedded down sleeping on the hill early Saturday morning. Thanks to our 2 year old waking us up before daybreak.

I did not have the opportunity to ice fish but look forward to renting this cabin again and getting on the lake. Thanks Dan and the cabin is looking really good. Just a few odds and ends to wrap up but looking great so far.

Jon and Crew
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Jon,

Thank You for your review, and I never thought there would be too much snow in March for ice fishing, I think we all remember the 80 degree temps last year at this time.

We hope we get a chance to "see" you again this summer and you get to pull some fish out of the creek.

Dan
business
Apple Canyon Lake, Log Cabin in the Woods
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p412582vb
630 926-8049
Apple Canyon Lake Illinois
Geneseo, IL
5

Snowy Winter Getaway

5 of 5
Submitted: February 28, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
My husband and I spent 3 days and 4 nights at this beautiful cabin in February. Our stay was comfortable, quiet and enjoyable. We are property owners at the lake and have family in the area. We have rented several ACL homes during the past few years and we feel Dan did everything he could to make our stay very enjoyable. It was a new and good experience for us to be away from TV. (I'm glad we had an internet connection though.) Thanks, Dan. You have a beautiful home.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Greg and Barb,

Thank you for your stay and your review. We hope to see you again this summer.
business
Apple Canyon Lake, Log Cabin in the Woods
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p412582vb
630 926-8049
Apple Canyon Lake Illinois
Schaumburg, Illinois
5

A Christmas to remember

5 of 5
Submitted: December 28, 2012 Stayed: December 2012
We recently spent our family Christmas at "Uncle Dan's Cabin" and it will absolutely be one to remember. The idyllic cabin was the perfect place for our family holiday and Dan was a huge help in pulling it all off. I have rented houses in the area and throughout the country, but I have never come across such a devoted and attentive host. The cabin was exactly as described, right down to the incredibly comfy beds, and we had a lovely ambiance with the foot of snow we received the day before our trip. The woods outside the cabin were stunning and the quiet tranquility was exactly what we had hoped for! After quite a bit of research I would say this location and the price are absolutely the best deal in the area, and the cabin has everything a person could need for the perfect getaway.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Tara,

Thank You for spending such a special holiday at our cabin and being our 10th perfect 5 star review. We work very hard to deliver the experience we would want and expect as guests. Things don't always go as planned (like Mother Nature launching a blizzard shutting down 40 miles of highway 20), but we do our very best to make things right for our guests.

We were out there the very next day with our entire family enjoying the perfect snow and some great food and quality time together.

Dan
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Apple Canyon Lake, Log Cabin in the Woods
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p412582vb
630 926-8049
Apple Canyon Lake Illinois
Illinois
5

Perfect getaway

5 of 5
Submitted: November 26, 2012 Stayed: November 2012
This is the perfect getaway for anyone or any family. The cabin is amazing with woods all around. If you're looking for a peaceful getaway off the beaten trail, check this place out. The owners are great and made the whole process a cinch.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank You for staying and for your review. Hope to see you again soon!
business
Apple Canyon Lake, Log Cabin in the Woods
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p412582vb
630 926-8049
Apple Canyon Lake Illinois
Batavia IL 60510
5

Weekend Getaway

5 of 5
Submitted: November 7, 2012 Stayed: November 2012
This is a great property. The listing is spot on. The cabin is warm, inviting and in good condition. It is is very nicely decorated with many special touches. The owner was super helpful and thought of every detail. 6 adults stayed here for a weekend get away and there was plenty of room. Would definitely stay again.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you Lisa for taking the take to write a review. For all of our future guests, we never ask for reviews, but are always appreciative of folks taking time out of their busy schedules to write them. Things don't always go 100% as planned but we do our best to address even the smallest issues promptly. I travel a great deal for work and have developed high expectations of places I stay and I try to look at our cabin each week from our guests prospective.

For Lisa's stay our previous weeks guests were kind enough to let us know our wine glasses had dwindled in number. That information allowed us to get some new glasses ordered promptly and delivered in time for Lisa's stay.

As you can tell we have had quite a run of excellent guests this fall at our cabin. VRBO guests have been top notch and we are excited we are able to share our special place with others. Thanks to you all!
Helpful votes: 1/1
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