The Redbud Cottage-Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires. | Cottage in Effingham

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Best-rates for the Effingham cottage starts from $177 per night with includes Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, Laundry, Parking, View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Air Conditioner, TV, Ocean View, Accessibility, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

9.8 (458 Reviews) | 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 12 Guests

Effingham Cottage | The Redbud Cottage-Beach & Quiet. Lake Sara Waterfront & Wood Fires.

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 Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, Laundry, among other amenities. This Cottage features Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, Laundry, 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.

Amenities

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

Policies

Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available

Child Policy Children are welcome. note from host: on lake--lifejackets needed! we have many sizes.

Pet Policy Note from host: sorry. we are always a no pets property. pets not allowed

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 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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Reviews

Debbie G. Jun 14, 2025 01:12:53 AM

Summary: We had our sister get away(4 of us) . We had stayed there 10 years ago and really enjoyed it. One of our sisters sadly passed away in 2020, but we had lots of memories to talk about. We mostly played games on the deck or inside. The weather was perfect. The only negative is that there needs to be a shower pad in the upstairs bathroom. Very slick while taking a shower. The house was very nicely stocked with paper products and kitchen items .I would highly recommend the house. The owner was very nice and responsive to messages. We had a wonderful time! DG, CG, RC, KC.

Ihor H. Jun 12, 2025 10:19:05 AM

Summary: 3 night was perfect, and best fishing

Pete H. Jun 12, 2025 04:15:59 AM

Summary: House was nice great location. We definitely stay there again

Andrew S. Jun 2, 2025 11:20:45 AM

Summary: The 4 of us life long friends picked this property for our annual fishing trip stay. Cozy house with all the amenities that we needed, the beds were comfortable. We didn’t spend much time in the house other than to eat and slept, except for the one evening that it rained. We spent most of the morning, afternoon and evening on the dock and at Newton Lake just fishing. We caught large mouth, crappie and bluegill right off the dock. I did venture through the woods to find a better fishing spot, which I wouldn’t recommend due to all the ticks I had to pull off of me. I did meet one of the owners, David, he was very friendly and helpful, we had a pleasant conversation.We did go into town for groceries, it was only a 15 minute drive to get to the Walmart. There are also several chain restaurants, gas stations and other businesses there. We also went to the downtown area of Effingham, specifically to the sports card shop but there are also a few antique shops, a few bar/restaurants, a museum, bike shop, barber shop, clothing store and other small local businesses.

Christi S. May 28, 2025 08:31:51 AM

Summary: Everything about this property was great! The charming house was stocked with everything we needed. We caught a lot of fish off the dock and the kayaks. The deck and dock were lovely to sit and watch the lake.

barb c. May 18, 2025 10:29:32 PM

Summary: Wonderful location on the lake. It was a perfect spot to spend our family get away. The cottage was very comfortable. When we arrived it was a downpour, we appreciated being able to park in the garage. I would definitively stay here again!

Tim F. May 11, 2025 05:46:39 AM

Summary: Lovely quiet spot. Perfect for us. Owners next door were very gracious people

Dolly P. Apr 17, 2025 07:05:41 PM

Summary: We pulled up to the house that was said to only have 1 house that you could see to find a whole neighborhood. At least 4 houses where in rock throwing distance. Upon entering the house, we realized it wasn’t as big as what it showed in the pictures. There was a massive table, sitting in the dining area, which took up the whole space. It was hard to sit at and play cards because it was really hard to reach to the center of the table. The kitchen cabinets have not been washed down in quite some time. The furniture in the living room was wore out really sunk in. There was throw pillows on the living room. Furniture couldn’t understand why they were smashed flat until we tried to sit at the kitchen table, and then we realized everybody was using them cushions to sit on because the chairs were so hard. Was really disappointed in this house. Attempted to watch a movie on the TV only to find out you had to have a passcode to get into anything on the TV except for the Connors. I didn’t rent a place to be in constant contact with the owners which by the way we’re staying in the house right beside the house. The mattresses on the bed were really high and for an older person. It’s just hard to get into none of the three beds were comfortable. The picture shows curtains on the windows. There was no curtains on the windows and you felt like you were being watched the whole time you were there. Not a very good experience.

Laura H. Apr 17, 2025 11:17:06 AM

Summary: Perfect cozy retreat for me and my husband, though it would have been fine to have our two pre-teen/teen kids with us. Sunrise on the lake and starry skies. The house was exceptionally clean. A nice cabin feel but with all the modern amenities you could want.

Angela J. Apr 9, 2025 06:34:48 PM

Summary: Property was maintained and enough room for 5 adults to move around, utilized the fireplace which was great since it was a rainy weekend beds are great and comfy does need to add more towels towels and wash clothes rrarainy

FAQ's

Is this Effingham cottage 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 cottage have a swimming pool?

No, this Effingham cottage 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 cottage?

Best-rates for the Effingham cottage starts from $177 per night with includes Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, Laundry, Parking, View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Air Conditioner, TV, Ocean View, Accessibility, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is Effingham cottage 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 cottage Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cottage 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 cottage wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Effingham cottage 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 cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Effingham cottage indicates 1 day stay policy at this cottage. 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 cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Effingham cottage 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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US $177