Pet Friendly A-Frame Cabin @ Dawson Lake/Moraine View State Park | Cabin in Ellsworth

9.6 (230 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  5 Guests
Ellsworth Cabin | Pet Friendly A-Frame Cabin @ Dawson Lake/Moraine View State Park

1 Bedroom Cabin in Ellsworth

Gut rehabbed A-Frame Cabin located across the street from Moraine View State Park. Relax with nature around you in this peaceful getaway. Hang out on the front or back deck and watch the deer, wild turkeys, birds, and foxes who are your neighbors. Forest behind you, and Moraine State Park/Dawson Lake in front of you. Use the secret trail to walk to Dawson Lake-Moraine View State Park, for fishing or swimming at Black Locust beach in <5min. Kayak, canoeing, paddle boats, paddle boards for rent at Moraine View Restaurant in the Park.
Equestrian Horse Trail access right across the street. Hunting area access 1/2 mile away.
Property is located on a quiet country road across the street from Moraine View State Park which is located in between LeRoy, Downs, and Ellsworth, IL.
There are other residences on either side of the cabin on this country road, however it's very quiet and peaceful. The loudest thing you'll hear are birds! :)
There are many restaurants, shops, bars, grocery, coffeeshops located in LeRoy, IL and Downs, IL which are less than a 10 min drive from the cabin.
Sleeping Loft has a King size Memory Foam Bed, a Queen Sofa Sleeper on the first floor, and a twin air mattress and air pump.
Kitchen has an Infrared Cooktop Stove+pots/pans that can be stowed in cabinet underneath for more counter space, as well as a toaster/convection oven combo, microwave, coffee maker, crockpot, dorm fridge, freezer, Pots/Pans, Large George Forman Grill, Outdoor Weber Charcoal Grill, and Dishware/Silverware/Utensils provided.
Flatscreen Smart TV with streaming and a DVD Player in Living room, movies provided. Wooden stairs to sleeping loft with 3 safety handles. Stairs can be stowed for more living room space, instructions in the PDF after booking and also in the Cabin Welcome Book on kitchen table.
A/C units on main floor and Loft. Baseboard heater next to the Kitchen table, which seats 5.
PET FRIENDLY property :)
Please bring a dog runner and leash for your furry friend, for everyone's safety they must be leashed while outside at all times.
Pet Water bowl on the back deck and scooper provided.
Large back deck with patio set and umbrellas, and Weber Charcoal Grill with utensils.
(Please keep pets away and out of the beautiful wildflowers that surround the back deck.)
Please reach out if you have any questions!
Thank you!

Pet Friendly A-Frame Cabin @ Dawson Lake/Moraine View State Park is located in Ellsworth. Pet Friendly A-Frame Cabin @ Dawson Lake/Moraine View State Park provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Designated Smoking Area, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This Cabin features Parking, Designated Smoking Area, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Pet Friendly A-Frame Cabin @ Dawson Lake/Moraine View State Park has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 5 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 Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, 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. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Ellsworth has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Ellsworth, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Refrigerator
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
Accessibility
  • Note from host: Outside only- Ashtray on back deck
  • Designated smoking areas
Activities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Marina nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library
General
  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Playground
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
Events allowed;maximum event attendees: 6;check with owner first please regarding event type
Pet Policy
3 total pets note from host: dogs must be on leash at all times outside pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
Smoking Policy
Smoking allowed: in designated areas;outside only- ashtray on back deck

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 long-term renters welcome note from host: check with owner first please regarding event type parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6 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

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Stephanie B.
Oct 3, 2025 04:08:12 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Great stay Abby was wonderful
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