Name: The Cabins at Shale Lake
Address: 1499 Washington Ave, Staunton, IL 62088, USA, Staunton, Staunton, Staunton, IL 62088, United States of America
Rating: 10

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The Winery at Shale Lake

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The Cabins at Shale Lake

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We had three cabins for ourselves, our kids and grandkids.  Cabins were clean, beds were great, and even had things for pet comfort!  This was such a relaxing place, and waking up to a lake view every day is perfect.  Lots of fish caught for a fish fry, and campfire at night.  We also got food and wine at the winery. Everything tasted great!  You cannot ask for better hosts than the owners.  We loved this trip and plan to be back soon!

Relaxation at its best

We rented three cabins on Shale Lake for a family get together.  It was great!  The cabins were clean & well appointed.  Each cabin has a different theme, which was fun.  (My husband & I were in the hippie cabin-perfect for us, although we were sad that the advertised lava lap wasn’t in sight).  The cabin was the smallest of the three, but quite comfortable.  We spent very little time inside-we were either outside or enjoying time on the screened in porch.  
The grandkids loved sleeping in the loft & had a great time fishing & getting out on the lake.  We made good use of the fire pits too.  I enjoyed walking the trails, although I’m hoping they’re a little better maintained by our next visit.  
One of the reasons we booked there was because we could bring our dogs.  They had just as much fun as the rest of us! 
Wifi wasn’t available in the cabins, but no one missed it (not even the 6 year old who claimed she’d probably die without it).  Cell phone service was excellent.   It was wonderful to be able to be together in such a beautiful, peaceful area.

Peaceful, simple get away.

I surprised my husband with a night here for his birthday. We weren’t going to arrive until around 9 after a day of events. The cabins have key pads on the doors which made entry easy for those coming later in the evening. We stayed in the Americana cabin which was very clean and had nice furniture and festive decor. We loved the tiny house feeling and the privacy the little cabin provided. You can tell the owners put a lot of work and love into each cabin. Although it poured the night we came, the screened in porch and fire pit would have been awesome had the weather been better. We are looking forward to trying another cabin next time!

Great for a Romantic Evening

I stayed here for two nights in Cabin #4 as part of a longer road trip. Although I arrived when the winery was closed, they sent codes to get into the gate and my cabin. The cabin was very clean, cozy, comfortable, and nicely decorated. The property is beautiful and since I was out sight seeing in St Louis I really didn't have enough time to properly enjoy it. There's a great view of the lake and horse pasture, a fire ring, and trails for hiking or running. 

If you are here over the weekend make sure to check out the winery when it is open. They have some great wine and food. The owners are friendly and great to talk to, and even sent a small gift in the mail after my stay based on the discussion we had. 

I would definitely stay here again and recommend to others. It made a great base for exploring the area but it would also be a nice place to go for just a relaxing vacation away.

Fantastic and friendly place to stay

Very nice country setting right next to Shale Lake. Owners were very nice and hospitable and our tiny house was clean and cozy. They offer food, wine, and live music as well. They also supply wood for your fire ring by the lake.

Little weekend getaway

This is the second time we have gone to Shale Lake and it is a wonderful spot to go to just to relax and forget about all the stress. They have wonderful wine, wonderful food and the view cannot be beat. My husband and I needed some time away to just give us a time to breathe and keep going. I recommend it to anyone needing a break. The owners were wonderful.

Getaway From It All

My adult son flies to Oklahoma City to help me drive back to NJ each year (I start in AZ)  and I wanted him to enjoy the places we stayed on the drive back.  I found this through Travelocity.  The only problem is that the listing implied internet but it is only in the winery room which (though open to use ) is empty during mid-week and is a walk or ride away and would be lonely for hours (the winery/cafe I believe is only open weekends).  Son had HOURS of work to do but he figured out how to do some of  the work minus the internet (and catch up next night).  We both found our iPhones had great service here.  It is too bad it couldn't be an evening of total relaxation for son.

This is so close to the interstate yet it feels  remote in a small town.  We were given a code to get in the outside gate and then a code to get in Cabin 10.  Worked impeccably.  Cabin was nice and warm when we entered.  The road is very rocky, we thought if pouring rain it might be tricky but we don't really know.

We thought the cabin was adorable, eclectic decorating.   I fell asleep while he was working in the ground-floor bed (Cabin 10) and eventually he went to sleep in the little loft up some stairs/ladder (great for children or the young).  The ground floor bed was VERY comfortable, very stiff mattress which I personally enjoy.  The lighting in that bathroom is very bad for women putting on makeup but we can all do without on occasion, right?

  I texted Susan and asked about the internet, she would have refunded our stay; however, we both liked the little cabin and thought we could manage one night.  We LOVED the lake (unfortunately you can't see it from the downstairs bed as there is a bench outside the window) but you can see from the porch (but too cold to be out there our one-night stay).  We took a walk down the road and a friendly, huge shaggy dog came out begging for hugs and petting which we gladly accommodated.  Later, Susan told me the dog's name is Yeti!!

I really enjoyed before I got up in the morning  the window opposite the bed  I could see some of the horses that are stabled there early morning feeding.  The coffee  was good.  Dishes and utensils are there too.

Bring your own shampoo/conditioner (I guess cause none there) and the soaps were tiny but I always have extra amenities from other places.  We did see some very small ants in the kitchen area and also up in the loft but it wasn't horrible.  The water pressure was acceptable in the shower (there is a seat if you needed it).  We brought our own food from a couple of nights in Oklahoma City eating out and such and so didn't leave for the evening.

This place is good for reunions, family, lovers and most of all PRIVACY.  I kept thinking Richard Kimble (an old tv series THE FUGITIVE) would have loved this place!

I'd definitely come back, my son said he would with his girlfriend !  If you need some peace and serenity, this is probably the place!

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