Barndominium Farmhouse

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Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Golconda, IL
  • Place, Shawnee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dixon Springs State Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional)

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About the area

Golconda

When you stay at this farm stay in Golconda, you'll be on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Ohio River Valley and Shawnee National Forest. .This farm stay is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Golconda Marina State Recreation Area and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Ohio River.

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Golconda Marina State Recreation Area - 14 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Dixon Springs State Park - 34 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Garden of the Gods Recreation Area - 45 min drive - 38.8 km
  • Garden of the Gods Trailhead - 49 min drive - 40.9 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dari Barr - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Diver Down - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sweetwater Saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Phoenix Pizza & Video - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Barndominium Farmhouse

Family owned and built for 3 generations since 1978. Located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest, The Green Farm offers 200 acres of private land to explore! Featuring bluffs, ATV/four-wheeler trails, hiking trails, fishing pond, two natural wells, a spring house and more, there are an abundance of activities to do right in the back yard of this farm.

This farm is a perfect getaway if you are looking to be off-the-grid but still within driving distance to town! There is plenty of room to tent camp or park a camper. Otherwise, the farm house itself offers 3 bedrooms and 1 private room with a pullout couch, 2 full sized bathrooms, one full kitchen and a kitchenette, 2 living rooms including the grand trophy room with couches that recline out flat, and a laundry room with a washer and dryer. The Green Farm has central heating and air, 3 TVs, and phone service. There is one air mattress provided.

For your enjoyment, outside the house you can find a grill and a smoker, a covered patio with chairs and a firepit perfect for gathering under the night sky. You can also enjoy your morning coffee or evening drinks on the covered front porch with a scenic view!

For water activities, The Green Farm is within a 30 minute drive from Lusk Creek Kayak/Canoe Access Point, The Scenic Ohio River and Golconda Marina, Bell Smith Springs, Dixon Springs, Lake Glendale, Pounds Hollow, and more.

For hiking/rocking climbing activities, The Green Farm is within a 30 minute drive from Burden Falls, Jackson Falls, Jackson Hole, Sand Cave, Rim Rock Trails, Garden of the Gods and more.

Miscellaneous activities in the area also include horseback riding trails, mountain biking trails, nightlife and restaurants, River to River Marathon (seasonal), nearby local/seasonal festivals, wine trails and more.

**The Green Farm is 5.5 miles to the nearest rural town, 14.5 miles to the nearest hospital.
**Though there is plenty of room for campers and RVs, we do not offer any hookups.
**Phone service works but is spotty in some areas of the house and surrounding areas. (this is based on Verizon Services)
**There is a small creek/water that runs over the front part of the driveway. 4WD is not necessary but we advise no low riding cars.
**We welcome any motor vehicles or animals, but we ask that you are respectful of all wildlife and the space/furniture/decorations inside the house. Limit 2 big dogs or 3 small dogs.
There's a private furnished patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom has a shower/tub combination and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
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

Reviews

Barndominium Farmhouse Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cincipj

Liked: Cleanliness
My sisters and I meet yearly for a long weekend. We loved the peace and quiet.The stars were amazing. Close to state parks.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity and Solitude We went to relax, unwind, and enjoy. We did. We fished, enjoyed an evening fire under a full moon, and loved exploring the expansive property riding on the trails. The entire property is clean-No junk. Home is comfy. We thank the host for sharing the family home and history. It was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saurabh S.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second stay. Had a great time as a family. Had a great visit. Already talking about next time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seeking a weekend getaway for my wife and I, as well as a place our dog to roam, this property was the perfect remedy. With acres of area onsite to explore, the awesome hosts have taken great care in providing everything a guest could need- from amenities to activities, both indoors & out, they've covered it all.When we weren't enjoying the property, we were mere minutes from exploring Golconda- (with special mentions for the museum and the Chocolate Factory!)- as well as some of the many attractions Shawnee Nat'l Forest offers- Lake Glendale, Lusk Creek, Garden of the Gods, to name a few. The only regret is that 3 days wasn't enough time, so we'll be returning soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariel P.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved this house!

It was fun going to the hill every time we got back to the house. Lots of space and I liked the idea of 2 separate living areas. The outdoor area was nice too. It would've been nice to be able to turn the bright light off outside so I could look at the stars and maybe Milly Way but I couldn't find a switch for it. My friend and I would like to come back with more people next time for another hiking trip
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis T.

Pleasant but could be better

The barndominium had several pluses. The living room with the leather couches is very comfy. The large dining tables are perfect for meals and games. However there was a mustiness inside. Ants found their way onto the food bar every night. The drinking water dispenser was empty.and the tap water tastes like pool water the towels were old. And the bedrooms tiny. There was a hole in the bathroom door covered with a poster on the outside. But evident on the inside. Despite these drawbacks, everyone enjoyed being together. And it was so quiet. We all slept so soundly each night
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Southern Illinois

Great place to stay, thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mom’s Birthday Weekend

Absolutely loved our stay! We had our two dogs who were able to run and play freely. We went hiking at nearby state parks and had amazing food. The location was great. The property was amazing, we even had a fire both nights. Thanks so much! We will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and spacious land

Great location. Close to Garden of the Gods, Little Grand Canyon and Cave in Rock. Loved the land this farm house is on. The little diner in Golconda was awesome. Highly recommend this property if traveling to Southern Illinois.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micah K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family getaway

We had a wonderful time. Will save for future getaways. Thanks for sharing your property with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Off the grid

We were looking to have a couple of days to unwind, disconnect from the hustle and bustle and enjoy nature. This fit the bill perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay and explore!

We had a great experience staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

Stay was great wish we had more time. Quiet and secluded my kids loves being able to run. My father was able to take a lot of pictures. The internet was slow in the front room tv rarely worked. Did find a lot of dust on floors. Close to a lot of places and some stores. I will look at renting again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena H., Metropolis, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great space and property

Plenty spacious and we enjoyed walking the farm, checking out the creek, and sitting outside. It was great to be able to bring our lab. However, she couldnt get settled in to sleep at night with all the animal trophies. I had never considered that being a problem, so we checked out a night early so we could all get some sleep. Lol. This was conveniently located to several of my favorite hiking areas and places to eat. It gave us time together as a family while my son was home, which was the goal. I'd stay again. Walking the ATV road I found fossils and two arrowheads. That was cool!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Short Hiking Trip

This house was the perfect place for a family of 5 adults and a dog. It is a great home base from which to visit several locations in the Shawnee Forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice lodge

Very nice, a lot of impressive hunting mounts
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marni S.

Garden of the Gods

We truly enjoyed our stay. We fit comfortably, loved the wide open spaces to explore. We hiked the grounds, fished the pond and played. It is a working farm so expect critters. We would stay again. There is so much to do within in 30 minutes. This time we hiked Bell Smith Springs and watched the sunset at Garden of the Gods. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend away

The property was as described and looked just like the pictures. Large outside area to play games (we brought our badminton game and had a family tournament), lighted patio for our nightly card games and fire pit for roasting marshmallows. Inside was clean and comfortable and had all the necessities. Private and secluded, yet not far from town. We really enjoyed our stay! Thank you for sharing your property with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely amazing property and stay

Our stay was wonderful and we had an amazing time. The house and property are wonderful and we had a blast on the trails
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Retreat

Plenty of room and priced accordingly. Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Farm Stay

We could tell that the host works hard to maintain the property. All the amenities we needed where available . Very quiet stay. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic charm

Amazing place with great character. Kitchen was well equipped and the beds were comfortable. The property was fun to explore. Lots of birds to listen to. Even some wild turkeys. Stars were amazing. Well thought out and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to watch the eclipse

We booked this place a year ago to watch the eclipse with our son and his family. It was perfect! We enjoyed cooking out and exploring the property. The best part was watching the eclipse together and away from the crowds. The house worked out great for all of us to stay together. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Place

We had an amazing time at the house. There is so much to do, and the setting is just beautiful. Being able to hike, fish, grill or just relax makes everyone happy! We'd love to come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024