Luxury Lake Front Modern Farmhouse with GIANT Boat Dock! | House in Effingham

10.0 (37 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests  Stay&Play
Effingham House | Luxury Lake Front Modern Farmhouse with GIANT Boat Dock!

3 Bedroom House in Effingham

One acre water front property tucked away in Emerald Cove on Lake Sara in Effingham, Illinois. This luxury modern farmhouse was built in 2021 and has all the amenities for the perfect staycation with your family and friends in any season! This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home that sleeps 7 is a quiet retreat with activities year round. Of course, summer season is when it shines, as the giant 30 x 40 boat dock with top deck is open for business.
During the warmer months, follow the winding pathway and stairs down to the boat dock where you will find the large 30 x 40 top deck and underneath a full kitchen with fridge, microwave, coffeepot and cups, a natural gas grill, crockpots, serving dishes, and serving utensils for your use. There is also a half bathroom with outdoor shower, 40" TV, multiple tables, and various seating areas with 3 ceiling fans to keep you cool in the summer heat! In addition, we have lake floats, a lily pad, 2 kayaks and easy access for people of all ages in/out of the water with wet steps! If you have a boat or rent one, there is plenty of space to tie up to the dock! The dock is on a great location towards the end of Emerald Cove with very minimal boat traffic where you can relax on the water, fish, catch some sun, and make great memories with your loved ones! Lake Sara is a great lake to swim, waterski, tube, wake board, paddle board, and kayak.
Inside the home, you will find two living areas, the main living room and the screened in porch. In addition, the garage is stocked with fun games, such as electronic darts, ping pong, sports equipment, corn hole, and bluetooth compatible speaker system. You never need to worry about running out of ice, since there is an ice machine for your use year round in the garage!
This property does have stairs. On the second floor, you will find the primary bedroom with a California king bed and en suite bathroom, walk in closet, and views of the back yard and boat dock. Additional bedrooms on the second floor include a tranquil queen bedroom and a bunk room with a twin bed over full, and a twin trundle. At the end of the hallway is a full shared bathroom with toilet and tub/shower combo separate from the vanity area by a pocket door.
This house has an open main floor with plenty of seating areas for everyone. A large dining table sits 8 comfortably, the kitchen island seats 4, and the living room seats 8 with a 65" TV! All TV's have streaming capability for you to sign in on your accounts. There is no cable TV. A full sized washer and dryer is available for your use on the main floor as well.
My absolute favorite space in the house is the screened in porch, with table seating 6 comfortably and an outdoor couch and chairs with seating for 6 as well! A built in speaker system connects to the porch and back patio via Bluetooth. A 42" smart TV is mounted from the ceiling with string lights and overhead fans to keep you cool in the summer. The screened in porch overlooks the beautiful back yard, with large fire pit that has seating for 10, and cozy string lighting! The back patio is accessed by the porch or garage, where you will find a natural gas grill for your use during your stay, just please remember to shut off the gas when done!
We invite anyone who wants to come enjoy Lake Sara to stay here and make great memories with your loved ones as we have!
With that all said, a couple notes:
-Lake Sara is governed by the Effingham Water Authority (EWA) and we are granted a Short Term Rental (STR) license by EWA on a yearly basis. Once booked, you will receive a document to review and sign that you have agreed to the STR rules.
-Please be very respectful of the neighbors with noise levels. We would hate to disturb them and cause any issues.
-If anything is damaged during your stay, PLEASE let us know so we can replace or fix it right away for the next guest. It’s no fun being the guest that finds the broken or damaged item and dampens the staycation.
-The boat lift is not for rental use. If you have your own boat or rent one from one of the two marinas, there is plenty of boat parking along the dock.
Thank you for understanding.

Luxury Lake Front Modern Farmhouse with GIANT Boat Dock! is located in Effingham. Luxury Lake Front Modern Farmhouse with GIANT Boat Dock! provides accommodation, featuring Parking, View, Balcony/Terrace, among other amenities. This House features Parking, View, Balcony/Terrace, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Luxury Lake Front Modern Farmhouse with GIANT Boat Dock! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 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 House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, 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. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Effingham has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Effingham, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
  • View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Event Policy No events allowed
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted
Other Policy 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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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
 
Effingham, 62401, United States

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Oct 9, 2023 04:44:20 AM
Summary: Rented this beautiful home off Lake Sara for the weekend. We have rented several VRBO’s over the last 7 years and this one was really top rated. If there was the ability to rate it a 6 out of 5 I would. Clean, bright, all the amenities you could possibly need for the weekend. Kitchen supplies, outdoor games, fantastic bedding, perfect bathrooms, nice patio w fire pit, huge dock off the lake. Can’t wait to come back again.
Dennis H. Dennis H.
Sep 25, 2023 09:49:41 PM
Summary: The home was incredible. High end resort quality bedding and bathrooms. Everything was well labeled and home was well furnished and well stocked. My only complaint was that you cannot see the lake from the house so it didn't really feel like a lake house to me To get to the water was a short pathway then about 40 steps. If you have people in your party with mobility issues it might be an issue for them. Once you reached the water the view was more like a small stream. You could not see the main body of the lake from the dock. But the home was beautiful and we still enjoyed our stay immensely. Just be prepared for a limited view of water from from the dock and no water view from the house
Bridget B. Bridget B.
Sep 17, 2023 01:00:16 PM
Summary: Everything was absolutely amazing! The house was beautiful and immaculate. We really enjoyed the lake area and fire pit.
Jamie B. Jamie B.
Sep 2, 2023 09:52:30 PM
Summary: Our family had a great time here! The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. The sun room was so nice to sit in. The dock was perfect for us all to hang out in the water. It was so nice to have a bathroom there. There were so many extras here that you don’t normally see when you rent. It was just a perfect place!
Inger V. Inger V.
Aug 29, 2023 09:20:47 AM
Summary: I love this property. Particularly the number of bathrooms and the outdoor spaces. Everyday I would hang out in the water to warch the Marten family and watch the schools of minnows. There are also a boatload of amenities.
Christina L. Christina L.
Jul 25, 2023 07:00:30 PM
Summary: This was our second year staying at this property & we loved it just as much as the first time. There are so many things to do in the house & down on the dock to have fun as a family. We will be back for a third time I’m sure!
Nikki B. Nikki B.
Jul 24, 2023 07:23:29 AM
Summary: Amazing house with every amenity you can think of! The house is spotless, host was very responsive if any questions we had. There were tons of games in side and out for adults and kids. The dock was awesome and so convenient. We even had lunch out there one day. With a kitchen, grill and bathroom on the dock there is no need to run back and forth from the house. There are lots of life jackets and floats. The kitchen is well stocked with almost anything you can imagine. The extra ice maker came in handy. We can't wait to go back. The kids had such a blast. There is also a public beach with a large playground less than a 5 minute drive from the house.
Heather H. Heather H.
Jul 10, 2023 09:36:55 AM
Summary: Very nice place to stay on Lake Sara. Well stocked with anything you would ever need. Fantastic location for fishing and swimming. Very spacious with things to do for all ages. Our group ranged from 7 to 74. I would definitely stay there again. Channel cat fishing was great right off the dock. Lost one rod and reel and broke 2 other poles. Most cats were 5 to 8.5 #. Shrimp was the bait of choice.
James S. James S.
Jul 10, 2023 09:36:55 AM
Summary: This property is perfect. Absolutely everything you could ever need is here for a trip to the lake. We will be coming back.
Emily S. Emily S.
Jun 21, 2023 09:18:56 PM
Summary: We had a wonderful stay. The kids had plenty to do and it's in a great location. House was very clean and the hosts were very accommodating. Would return!
Jenna P. Jenna P.

FAQ's

Is this Effingham house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Effingham house have a swimming pool?

No, this Effingham house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Effingham house?

Best-rates for the Effingham house starts from $390 per night with includes TV, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Child Friendly, Laundry, Sports/Activities, Kitchen, Parking, View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Air Conditioner StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Effingham house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Effingham house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Effingham house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Effingham house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Effingham house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Effingham house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Effingham house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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