The Shady Roost

The Shady Roost is a beautiful and unique short term rental property located near Cave-in-Rock, IL in the Shawnee National Forest.

At The Shady Roost, we have worked hard to build a comfortable and cozy retreat perfect for couples or small groups. Immerse yourself in comfort and luxury while you take in the serenity of the surrounding forest. Every detail is created to help you unwind, relax, and reconnect with each other and nature. Our A frame cabin provides privacy while maintaining a convenient location. It features a kin

g sized bed in a loft bedroom with beautiful views, a couch with a pull out queen size sleeper sofa, a fully functional kitchen, and washer and dryer unit. Outside you'll find a grill and firepit area. Unwind at the end of the day with a relaxing soak in our 4 person hot tub under a blanket of forest canopy and night stars. Our goal is to give you a short term rental experience you will never forget.

06/02/2026

🌲 Remaining June Availability at The Shady Roost 🌲

Looking for a last-minute getaway to Southern Illinois? June is one of the most beautiful times to explore Shawnee National Forest, and we still have a few dates available!

📅 Available Dates:l for Check-In:
• June 7–9
• June 15–17
• June 21–22
• June 28–29

Spend your days chasing waterfalls, hiking scenic overlooks, and exploring some of Shawnee’s most iconic destinations:

✨ Garden of the Gods
✨ Rim Rock & Pounds Hollow
✨ Bell Smith Springs
✨ Burden Falls
✨ Jackson Falls
✨ Cave-In-Rock State Park

Then come back to The Shady Roost to relax by the firepit, enjoy the peaceful forest views, and unwind in the hot tub under the stars.

Whether you’re planning a hiking adventure, a couples getaway, or simply need a break from the everyday, The Shady Roost is the perfect home base for your Shawnee National Forest escape.

Book your stay before these dates are gone! 🌿

www.theshadyroost.com

05/30/2026

Trek through Shawnee National Forest for a serene cabin weekend of hiking, paddling, wineries, and comfort food. Known for landmarks like Garden of the Gods and the Cache River Wetlands, this scenic pocket of Southern Illinois is worth a trip. Here's what to do while you're there.

05/27/2026

Nothing makes us happier than hearing our guests leave feeling rested, cozy, and already planning their next stay 🤍

From peaceful mornings in the woods to evenings by the fire pit, these recent reviews say it better than we ever could. Thank you to every guest who has chosen The Shady Roost for their getaway — we’re so grateful to be a small part of your memories.

Ready for your own relaxing escape in Southern Illinois? 🌲✨ Book now at www.theshadyroost.com
Summer availability is filling up fast

05/26/2026

POV: You said you wanted to “go camping” but really meant hot tubs, all the amenities, and sleeping in a real bed 🌲✨

We’ve got you covered visit www.theshadyroost.com
to book your Shawnee National Forest “glamping getaway”

05/23/2026

Don’t miss out on our giveaway over on Instagram. Find us @ theshadyroost

05/22/2026

Don’t miss out on this giveaway! Head over to Instagram and follow us and Midwest Nomad Family for details

05/21/2026

Send this to who you would run away with for a weekend ❤️

More last-minute cabin trips, slow mornings with coffee on the porch, hikes that turn into sunsets, and time that feels a little slower. 🌲✨

Don’t blame us if you don’t want to leave on Sunday though.

Book your Shawnee National Forest getaway now
www.theshadyroost.com

Address

651 Tower Rock Road
Cave-in-Rock, IL
62919

Website

http://www.theshadyroost.com/, http://www.airbnb.com/h/theshadyroost, http://www.vrbo.com/5156229

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