10BR 2-Home Retreat | Sleeps 24 | Hot Tub + Stocked Pond

Two homes, five private acres, and room for the whole crew. Bring the family together for reunions, holidays, weddings, or hunting season at this Timber Oaks retreat near Thompsonville, IL.

• 10 bedrooms • 4 baths • Sleeps 24
• Main House: 4 BR, full kitchen, private hot tub
• Pond View Loft: 6 BR, full kitchen, screened deck
• Stocked pond: bass, catfish & bluegill
• 2 fire pits • 2 grills • Pet-friendly
• Free parking for multiple vehicles

We honor your privacy and want you to feel at home throughout your stay. You will have both homes and the entire property to yourselves. We are nearby if needed and always just a message or call away to offer support, answer questions, or help in any way. Otherwise, we give guests space to rest, recharge, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

For everyone’s peace of mind, the property has exterior security cameras located only in public outdoor areas. These cameras help ensure guest safety and protect the property.

Active Cameras:

One active camera and light combination above the south side door near the sliding glass doors

One active camera on the barn beside the garage door facing the driveway

Additional Information:

Cameras record video and audio for security purposes only

Any other visible cameras are non functioning deterrent units

There are no cameras inside the homes, in the hot tub area, or in any private outdoor spaces

Guests will enjoy full privacy during their stay along with secure self check in through a keypad entry system.

Tucked away on 5 quiet acres near Thompsonville, IL, this property offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. Guests enjoy peaceful countryside surroundings while still being just a short drive from local towns, Rend Lake, and outdoor adventures.

Popular spots nearby:
+ Rend Lake (25 miles)
+ Crab Orchard Wildlife Refuge (36 miles)
+ Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest (~39 miles)
+ Fishing, peace & quiet (0 miles)

Insects & Wildlife: You may notice a few natural visitors—please keep doors closed and enjoy the setting.

Guests have full access to both homes on the property, including all indoor living spaces, outdoor gathering areas, and the peaceful five acres that surround them. The private hot tub is reserved for guests of this retreat, and the pond is shared only between these two homes. Keypad entry makes arrival simple, private, and secure.

Guest Access Includes:
• All bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas, and two full kitchens
• Screened in deck, sun room, and cozy indoor gathering spaces
• Private hot tub for guest use
• Two outdoor fire pits and open yard space
• Shared pond with fishing allowed
• Five acres to explore and enjoy
• Free parking near each home
• Shared driveway for both rentals

Room for the whole family—two inviting Timber Oaks homes on five quiet acres near Thompsonville, Illinois. With ten bedrooms, four bathrooms, two kitchens, a private hot tub, and a stocked fishing pond, this retreat gives big families, reunion groups, and hunting parties the space and country calm to rest and reconnect. Please remember this is a true country stay, and insects and wildlife are part of the natural setting.

Who Sleeps Where (up to 24 guests)
• Main House: 4 bedrooms + 2 pullout couches
• Pond View Loft: 6 bedrooms — 5 full beds and 1 queen

Main House Features
• 1,700 sq ft with four bedrooms and two pullout couches
• Private hot tub for guests
• Full kitchen and spacious living and dining areas
• Access to the stocked fishing pond
• Five peaceful acres to explore

Pond View Loft Features
• Six bedrooms with five full beds and one queen
• Two bathrooms with shower stalls
• Open living space with comfortable seating and TV
• Full kitchen, fully equipped
• Charcoal grill
• Screened-in deck with pond views
• Rustic 1,000 sq ft layout, thoughtfully arranged for comfort

Nearby Attractions
• Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area (Rend Lake) – 25 miles
• Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge – 36 miles
• Ferne Clyffe State Park – 31 miles
• Garden of the Gods (Shawnee National Forest) – 39 miles

Guest Experiences
"Thank you Jordan for giving our family and my 85 year old grandma an unforgettable experience." – Nancy
"We booked this for our family for our Daughter's wedding... If you are a deer hunter, get your friends together and rent this." – Rob
"We had a great stay. The house is big and open. The hot tub was perfect after hiking, and fishing the pond full of bass was a blast." – Steve
"Secluded, quiet, and a perfect escape from the city. Spacious home, great hot tub, stunning pond." – Nick

Our Timber Oaks retreat sits on five private acres near Thompsonville and Galatia, Illinois, offering the quiet comfort of country living with convenient access to local attractions. A car is recommended, as the property is tucked away in a peaceful rural setting. Guests enjoy free on-site parking and easy drives to nearby destinations.

Nearby Distances:
• Galatia – 13 mins (dining, fuel, essentials)
• Thompsonville – 14 mins
• Rend Lake – about 25 miles
• Shawnee National Forest / Garden of the Gods – about 39 miles

Settle into two inviting homes on five private acres—perfect for family reunions, holiday gatherings, wedding groups, multi-generational families, hunting parties, and work crews. With room to breathe, space to gather, and handmade touches that reflect our heart at Timber Oaks, this is more than a stay—it's rest, renovation of the soul, and refreshment of relationships.

Features at a Glance
+ Ten bedrooms • Four bathrooms • Sleeps up to 24
+ Private hot tub
+ Shared pond stocked with catfish, bluegill & bass
+ Two kitchens (three stoves)
+ Two screened-in decks and a sun room
+ Two fire pits and two charcoal grills
+ Free off-road parking
+ Five private acres of country peace

Location & Nearby Highlights
+ 13 mins to Galatia for quick access to dining, fuel, and small-town charm
+ 14 mins to Thompsonville
+ 25 mins to Harrisburg
+ 40 mins to Marion
+ 51 mins to Garden of the Gods
+ 1 hr 5 mins to Giant City State Park

A short drive to Rend Lake, the Shawnee National Forest, and other outdoor recreation.

Country Living Note
Insects, wildlife, and the peaceful sounds of the land are part of the experience. Simply keep doors closed when possible and embrace the rhythm of nature.

Guest Verification & Protection Fee
A small one-time Guest Verification & Protection Fee ensures secure guest validation and stay protection through our partner, Truvi. The fee is included in the final price. At Timber Oaks, we believe hospitality means caring for every detail—including your peace of mind.