Holiday rentals in Lake Sara

Haven on the Lake-Swim/Fishing Dock-8 Beds-2 Baths

Location, Location! Beautiful home with lake access for swimming, fishing, and boating on beautiful Lake Sara. Wonderful 2400sq ft house with dock & boat slips & water toys at awesome location for families/friends to relax & enjoy scenery & boating, have fun in the water, grill out, use the game room, or sit by the fire pit or the fireplace. 7 minutes from Interstates 70 & 57. 6 minutes to Walmart. 6-10 minutes to area restaurants. Golf Courses-1 minute to ForeWay & 2 minutes to Cardinal.

3-Acre Country Escape | Wildlife | Total Serenity

A freshly updated cottage, nestled in the country of Sullivan, just minutes from boating, camping, golf, theatre style shows, Amish country, and more. If you are looking for peaceful nights, this place is for you! Surrounded by mature trees and nature, where many days you will catch deer roaming the yard. Plenty of yard space for games, a fire table to converse around, and chairs on the porch to sit back, relax, and take in the tranquil sounds that surround you here at Lakewood Cottage #1.

Lake Sara Lake House

Come enjoy our Lake Sara home that is situated on Blue Gill Cove with inviting water from the swimming / fishing dock, electric boat lift for your use, beautiful views and a home with 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an open concept common area. Per the Effingham Water Authority short-term rental ordinance, maximum occupancy is 2 adults (aged 21 and older) per bedroom, with a maximum of 8 adults. This is a 5-bedroom home, so additional guests above 8 adults must be children under the age of 21.

Lakeside SARAndipity: Sleeps 8 w/ outdoor spaces!

Stay on Lake Sara in Effingham with family and friends! Clean, comfortable home renovated in 2020 sleeps 8 people with 2.5 baths & plenty of space. Several outdoor spaces including a large yard, patio, screened-in porch, & a boat dock for swimming/relaxing lakeside. Full kitchen with new appliances & grill included. New beds, furniture, & linens. Full finished basement. Located near several lakeside restaurants & only 15 min from Downtown Effingham! Dock is available to park your boat.

The Candy Kitchen

Take a step back in time as you enter this authentic 1930's Soda Fountain located in downtown Greenup Village of the Porches situated on the Historic National Road. The Loomis Family immigrated from Greece and operated the Soda Fountain and Confectionary until the 1960's. It has since been transformed into a spacious and comfortable living area with the original Soda Fountain still intact, beautiful tin ceiling, and also includes a large kitchen, a separate shower room & powder room.

Shagbark Landing

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Drive down the lane to a secluded 3 bedroom home newly furnished. Enjoy yourself in an open concept floor plan where there is lots of room to spread out. Spend your evenings in the living room or the family room that has a fireplace. From the family room you can step out on a deck and enjoy the view of the pond. We are located 8.5 miles from Vandalia where there are historical landmarks, great restaurants, and quaint shops.

Cozy Tiny Home in Woods w/ Firepit & Porch Swing

Need a break? Some time to relax and breathe? Come get away from it all at this TINY HOME in the woods. Roast s'mores around the fire pit, go kayaking on nearby Carlyle Lake, stargaze on the porch swing with a cozy blanket...or just cuddle up and binge watch your favorite shows in front of the fireplace. Fully updated with everything you need: full size washer/dryer, stocked kitchen, smart TVs, wifi, outdoor grill, 2 RV hookups, space to park a boat - conveniently right off of I-70!

Waterfront Cabin•Boat Dock, Fireplace&Beach Access

The cabin sits in the trees along beautiful Lake Sara. The cabin offers a quiet place to relax and unwind. You can bring your kayaks, paddle boards or trailer your family boat along for some fun tubing and skiing on the lake. The dock allows for the boat to be left in the water till the end of your stay. The Marina, Pinky’s (waterfront restaurant), Rusty Reel (bar below Pinky’s ), Cardinal Golf Course, Lake Sara Campground and Lake Sara Beach are all a short walk from the cabin!

The most coveted lot and view on the lake.

Experience this Iconic Mid-Century Modern home with 200+ feet of stunning frontage and a mesmerizing 180-degree view. Step into this meticulous curation of high-end designer furnishings and international art that creates a plush, spa-like ambiance filled with love and unparalleled comfort. Reserve this harmonious haven where luxury and nature blend seamlessly. Search "ICONIC LAKE SARA HOME" on YouTube to view an amazing video! Inquire if interested in extending your stay.

Wooden Shoe Haus Folk Victorian Families Breakfast

Free Continental breakfast. This 1880 Wooden Shoe Haus was built by owner & Wooden Shoe Maker Gerhard Deymann. It is a historic Folk Victorian home, fully furnished while keeping much of its historic charm. It has bikes, antique furniture, front porch, swing, grill, back patio, & yard. Private side & back parking. Includes all appliances, 10' ceilings, & 1' thick walls. 6 minutes to interstates 57, 70, Effingham, & dozens of restaurants. 1 block to downtown Teutopolis.

Cottage on Lake Paradise,

Welcome to Paradise Cottage nestled on Lake Paradise! Cozy and warm with wood finishes throughout. Includes three-tiered deck/patio, with the lowest level sitting over the water. Perfect for fishing (this lake hosts an annual fishing tournament), canoeing/kayaking, or just relaxing. Great for bird watching, with great blue herons, egrets, ducks, bald eagles, plovers, cormorants, woodpeckers and other species seen daily.

Bev's Country Cottage

A small quiet cottage off the beaten path, located only minutes from Newton Lake Fish and Wildlife Area. This is a great place for hunters, fishermen or just someone that wants to get away from the city. It has exactly what you need to enjoy a long weekend full of the great outdoors. As hosts we want our guest to enjoy their stay so we are available to help with anything.