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Listing Provided by: Trophy Properties & Auction

$1,250,000

295 Panthers Den Rd, Makanda, IL 62958

3beds

2,300sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 2013

6.66 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$543/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Fire pitsCustom featuresPrivate hot tubs

Welcome to Rocky Comfort Cabins, a fully operational short term rental business with a strong brand, loyal repeat guests, and proven income since 2013. Located in Makanda, IL, this turnkey property offers peaceful seclusion with easy access to area amenities. Three unique cabins include one French colonial style design and two “hobbit-style” builds, each with private hot tubs, fire pits, washers/dryers, and custom features. Set on 6+ acres with room for expansion, the business includes an established website, excellent reviews, and consistent cash flow. Adjoining the highly rated Blue Sky Vineyard with a private trail, guests also enjoy proximity to Giant City State Park, Crab Orchard Wildlife Refuge, Devils Kitchen Lake, and Shawnee National Forest. Marketed under its most recent appraised value, Rocky Comfort Cabins is a rare 9 cap investment opportunity perfect for new or seasoned investors alike.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3
Main level bathrooms: 3
Main level bedrooms: 3

Heating

Electric

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Cooktop, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Washer/Dryer

Features

Country Kitchen, Custom Cabinetry, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Shower
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Basement: None
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Gas

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 2,300 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,300

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Carport
Attached garage spaces: 1
Carport spaces: 1
Covered spaces: 2

Features

Levels: One
Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

Size: 6.66 Acres
Features: Agricultural, Farm, Few Trees, Natural Foliage

Details

Additional structures: Additional Residence, Guest House, Second Residence
Parcel number: 10182000011
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cottage,French Provincial,Garden
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Cement Siding, Concrete, Stucco

Condition

Year built: 2013

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Other
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Cistern, Public
Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Available

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Makanda

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $543/sqft
Tax assessed value: $139,170
Annual tax amount: $4,094
Date on market: 10/29/2025
Cumulative days on market: 163 days
Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional
Inclusions: Fixtures
Ownership: Private
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Gravel

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
1/6/2026	Price change	$1,250,000-2%$543/sqft
Source: MARIS #25072146 Report a problem
10/29/2025	Listed for sale	$1,275,000+8179.2%$554/sqft
Source: MARIS #25072146 Report a problem
3/26/2013	Sold	$15,400$7/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2023	$2,689 +0.5%	$46,390 +8%
2022	$2,675 +2.4%	$42,953 +4.6%
2021	$2,611 -0.4%	$41,045
2020	$2,621 -0.2%	$41,045
2019	$2,627 +3.5%	$41,045 +4.6%
2016	$2,538	$39,240 +86.1%
2015	--	$21,080
2014	--	$21,080 +3472.9%
2013	--	$590