618 Short Stays, Powered by Selling SI Realty

06/05/2026

04/16/2026

✨ NEW on Lake of Egypt – Porter Place ✨

If you’ve been looking for the perfect lake getaway… this is it.

Welcome to Porter Place on Lake of Egypt — a peaceful, spacious retreat designed for families, friends, and making memories that actually last.

🛏 4 bedrooms + multiple living spaces
🍳 TWO kitchens (yes… no fighting over coffee or snacks)
🔥 Fire pit for cozy nights under the stars
🚤 Kayaks + canoe included for lake days
🌅 Quiet setting perfect for slowing down

This home was set up with intention — plenty of space to spread out, but still feel connected. Whether you’re cooking together, playing games, or just sitting by the fire after a long lake day… it just feels easy here.

No chaos. No cramped spaces. Just a place to relax and enjoy your people.

🚫 No pets (kept extra clean for every guest)

If you’ve stayed with us before, you already know… we don’t do average.

📅 Booking now
📍 Lake of Egypt

04/16/2026

Take the 2026 Shawnee Challenge! 🥾

This self-supported outdoor adventure lets you explore Shawnee National Forest your way: hiking, paddling, horseback riding, or mountain biking. But it’s not just a walk in the park... Some spots have limited or no services, so pack smart and make sure to leave no trace.

Check in at locations to earn points, snag a sticker and patch, and enter quarterly sweepstakes for a Shawnee apparel prize pack.

Are you ready to get off the beaten path? Visit https://southernmostillinois.com/explore/

04/15/2026

✨ THE BEST STAY ON LAKE OF EGYPT IS HERE ✨

Meet the Blue Blessing house, your new favorite waterfront escape 💙

If you’ve been looking for that perfect lake weekend… this is it.

✔️ Private waterfront access
✔️ Covered dock + floats for lake days
✔️ Fire pit right by the water
✔️ Spacious, cozy sleeping for the whole crew

…but let’s talk about the REAL star of the show 👇

🔥 THE HOT TUB 🔥

Picture this…
You’re soaking in the hot tub, drink in hand, watching the sunset over Lake of Egypt after a full day on the water. Quiet. Peaceful. Unreal views.

This is the kind of place you book once… and then never want to leave.

Whether it’s:
🌅 Morning coffee on the deck
🚤 Boat days + floating in the water
🔥 Nights by the fire
💦 Ending every night in the hot tub

Blue Blessing is the full experience.

🐾 Pet-friendly (with a few simple rules)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for families, groups, or a relaxing getaway

📍 Goreville, IL – Lake of Egypt

👉 Ready to book your stay? Click here!

https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1631340002164279127?unique_share_id=6cacca08-b999-40b7-8bb3-d07d63daef89&viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76

02/03/2026

✨ Welcome to the Team, Kaeden! ✨

We’re excited to officially welcome Kaeden as the Operations Manager for 618 Short Stays

As we continue to grow, having the right people in the right roles matters and Kaeden is stepping into a position that is essential to keeping our properties, systems, and guest experience running smoothly.

In her role, Kaeden will be overseeing:
• Operations & logistics
• Inventory & property readiness
• Systems, organization, and behind-the-scenes flow
• Supporting our team and owners as we scale

Kaeden is also has an excellent back ground in real estate and she brings strong attention to detail, a calm problem solving mindset, and a heart for doing things well which aligns perfectly with the standard we set at 618 Short Stays.

We’re confident she’s going to be a huge asset to our owners, our guests, and our growing team.

👏 Join us in welcoming Kaeden to 618 Short Stays!

01/01/2026

11/04/2025

🍂🏕 Hunting Season Getaway in Goreville, IL! 🦌

Looking for the perfect spot to relax after a long day in the woods?
Eagle Hollow Cabins has 2 cozy cabins available November 9–21 — right in the heart of hunting country!

✨ Features:
• Queen bed + full-size pull-out couch (sleeps 4)
• Full kitchen & modern bathroom
• Peaceful, wooded setting close to everything you need
• Managed by Rhi Sandefur – 618 Short Stays
618-638-4992

📍 Location: Goreville, IL
📅 Available: November 9 – 21

🔗 Book on Airbnb and make your hunting trip comfortable, cozy, and convenient!

Liberty
airbnb.com/h/eaglehollowcabins-liberty

Justice
airbnb.com/h/eaglehollowcabins-justice

09/04/2025