April-October 2008: Rental rates are based on 2 persons occupancy. Rates for the 5 or 7 days formulas are based on 4 persons occupancy. Add $10 per night per additional person over age 3- Kids 3 and under stay free. Maximum 6 persons/per cabin

Weeknights: $105.00

Friday & Saturday: $125.00

3 Nights (Sun-Thurs) $ 300.00

5 Nights (Sun-Thurs) $ 500.00

7 Nights (choose date) $ 700.00

Packages available.

Discounts for extended stays and early bookings Effective April 1, 2008- October 2008 : Cabins must be booked for 2 nights minimum on weekends. You will have a 10 percent discount on the second night. Occasionally a one night may be available due to scheduling. Should you only have time for one night, just give us a call or email us and we will inform you on what''''''''s still available.A $25 surcharge applies to one night stays on Fridays, Saturdays or on US Holidays. More information on www.back2basicscabins.com

Description

Come and explore the luxury of our 3 fully equipped A-Frame Cabins with a spacious, uncluttered, natural and artistic feel constructed on 42 acres in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois.

Back 2 Basics (B2B) is the destination for couples, family reunions, romantic horseback rides and appeals to those who enjoy peace and tranquility, with a desire to learn new ways to improve life by getting back to the basics. Southern Illinois is a great backdrop for that kind of learning.

Special discounted rates for advance reservations and booking the three cabins together or packages are available all year long.

Features and Amenities

Barbecue

Air Conditioning

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Dishes and Utensils

Linens

Coffee Maker

Toaster

Microwave

Television

V.C.R.

Stereo

Additional Amenities

Each Cabin has central heating and air, ceiling fans, range top, small refrigerator, microwave, oven, 2-piece pop-up toaster, coffee maker, dishes, cups, utensils, pots and pans, color TV/DVD, CD/Stereo Player, fire and smoke detectors, towels, pillows and bed linens, washcloths, bathmats and blankets. Each unit also has a salt and pepper shaker, starter supply of coffee, cream, sugar and filters, dish soap, dishwasher soap, toilet paper and paper towels.

Nearby Attractions

Back 2 Basics Cabins are located in Southern Illinois, a hiker- and nature-lovers paradise.

Giant City State Park

Panther's Den

Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge

Fern Clyfe State Park

All are within 30 minutes driving.

Property is located within 6 minutes driving to Blue Sky Vineyard, the crown jewel of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.

Southern Illinois University in Carbondale is 30 minutes driving as well.