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O'Brist Lakehouse on Centralia Lake

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Exterior
Interior
Third-party on-site parking, car required
TV, fireplace
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Room options

Outdoor dining

Family-sized home with best view of the lake! Firepit and boat access!

Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
Family-sized home with best view of the lake! Firepit and boat access!
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About the area

Map
Centralia, IL

What's nearby

  • Bell Tower Park - 3 min drive
  • SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia - 6 min drive
  • St. Marys Hospital - 6 min drive
  • Raccoon Lake Park - 12 min drive
  • Carlyle Lake - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Centralia Station - 4 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jerry's Grill and Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪RAIL Coffee Room - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

O'Brist Lakehouse on Centralia Lake

Large Cabin on Lake Centralia.

KAYAK RENTAL - $30 EACH

SMALL DOGS ALLOWED - $50 FEE

Prime Fishing location
Perfect for a small wedding

Includes: Fire Pit
Personal Beach with shells
Wrap around porch
Coded entry

3 full Bathrooms: Main level: Spa steam shower with rain, waterfall, and 7 jets. Jet tub inside. Upper level: Extra Long Claw foot tub on upper level with shower, and hand held. Whiskey Barrel sinks. Lower level: 2 jet, 2 person shower. 2 private bedrooms on lower level.
The space
It is a beautiful cabin built of all wood with exposed beams and vaulted ceilings to the upstairs loft.

You can see all 3 legs of Centralia Lake from the upstairs open windows.
3 Queen size beds are in the open shared loft, with shared full Claw foot tub/shower.
2 private rooms with Queen size beds are in the lower level with shared full jet stand up shower
The open concept living room to kitchen has a full size couch and 2 extra large recliners. There is another full bath on this main level with a 2 person jetted tub and walk in spa shower.

Full kitchen with Keurig and traditional coffee. Jen Air glass top stove with grill for inside grilling and large oven. Most kitchen supplies provided.

The 2 main floor fire places are for looks only due to insurance reasons. The Loft fireplace is working with a light switch to the side. Play area located on each level.
Guest access
Full access to Cabin, lake, and land.
Other things to note
Infection control: We take cleaning our homes very seriously. Our homes are cleaned by a great staff.

Property manager

Gayla O'Brist

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Small dog

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

1338

Frequently asked questions

Is O'Brist Lakehouse on Centralia Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at O'Brist Lakehouse on Centralia Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at O'Brist Lakehouse on Centralia Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is O'Brist Lakehouse on Centralia Lake located?

Nestled on the beach, this Centralia cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bell Tower Park, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia and St. Marys Hospital. Roundhouse Wine Company and Centralia Bark Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous lakeside view with spacious home
We loved our time at this lake house. The setting was beautiful and the home was very unique, spacious, and comfortable. Plenty of towels and other essentials were provided. The only issues were the freezer door did not seal closed, so we put our cooler in front to hold the door closed and the main floor shower didn’t work very well and was not intuitive. We would definitely stay there again with other family members. We had 8 family members staying there for a very pleasant holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Delvin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed
This was a nice place to relax. We watched the sunset and enjoyed the peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Guys Weekend
This place was perfect for our Guys Weekend; a getaway for 5 dads in their 40s. And we were very satisfied with all the room to move around and what this house had to offer. It was clean, plenty of seating, a big dining room table, 3 bathrooms, bbq grill, wifi, TV for our weekend sports, and firepit by the lake with great views. Only negatives were that the outside wrap around porch could have used a cleaning, the deck by the lake could use an overhaul, and same with the outdoor furniture. Bring your own outdoor chairs, and forks for eating (kitchen only had 4 forks supplied). Other than that, we enjoyed it and would go back. And FYI, site wasn't clear on sleeping arrangements, there are 2 queen beds in the loft, and 2 bedrooms w/queen beds in the basement. One of our guys slept on an air mattress by choice, instead of a couch, which we had planned before staying.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Alejandra A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall, a fun stay
Overall, our stay was wonderful as the house was in a great location and was a great size for a large group of people. The outdoor accommodations were also perfect for a sunrise coffee and a sundown fire. We were a bit put off by how unkept the house was. We spent a lot of time cleaning the wrap around deck and outdoor so e as it was covered in debris, leaves, and cobwebs. Additionally, the inside was only cleaned in obvious areas. The floors were covered in dust and food crumbs, the furniture was dirty, and the refrigerator was pretty gross. A cleaning fee is charged so I’m not sure why we would have to spend any time cleaning up, but it was just too dirty to ignore. This property has great potential but it requires a lot more love and care.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

giovanna i.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fridge was broken
Overall the property was wonderful aside from the seal on the fridge door being broken before we checked in. I called and messaged the owner about the issue with concerns of keeping our food cold (we had a lot of food) and haven’t heard back at all. It was hard to keep the fridge cold and we had to go out of our way to get ice and kept some food in the coolers. If something goes wrong during your stay, it may be hard to get a hold of the property owner in my experience. Other than these minor issues, our stay was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessicah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
We enjoyed the home, the kayaks, and the area. Perfect home with room to stretch out and play! Couldn’t think of a single thing to do better. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin G., Germantown, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lakehouse on Lake Centralia
The O'Brist lakehouse was a great place to spend Father's Day weekend with family. Clean, well-appointed, nice patio and deck overlooking the lake and a beautiful sunset. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Debbie R.

Not as advertised
We had lived in this area for most of our lives and know many of the residents on the lake. Only my sister's family and mine stayed there (8 people) but this rental was specifically for my mother's 80th birthday party which i discussed in detail with the property manager the week before we arrived to ensure everything would go smoothly. I was told no problem and there was plenty of space for parking The property was promoted as "Weddings and reunions are welcome." and "the listing can accommodate a gathering of 25 or more attendees." We checked in and really like the cabin even with construction materials surrounding the place. We were aware they were working on the dock and that it would not be available but we did not know there would be ongoing work while we were there. We woke up to a noisy backhoe moving dirt back and forth right outside. That went on for over an hour. We had my mom's party mid afternoon on Saturday. There was probably 30-40 people attending, older adults and a few grandchildren, and we had acoustic musicians playing. Right in the middle of the event up storms the owner who i thought had stopped to check in on us to make sure everything was good, as has been my experience with past VRBO rentals. Instead he was very agitated and in front of everyone he asked me to step aside because he didnt want to embarrass me. He proceeded to complain about the cars out front. And said we had not rented that part. (It was a parking lot right in front of the cabin that goes with a lodge he owns that is not occupied and is also under construction) He also said the neighbors drive was blocked but my brother checked with her that morning while she was mowing and she said they would not be there the rest of the weekend so there was no problem. Even after telling him all this he was still rude and said he was going to change his ad and "will not do this again." He has no worries from us because i will never do business with him again either. He was seen taking pictures of the cars. This could have been beautiful but this part was so disappointing. We did finish our stay one more day and left the place just like we found it as we always do.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Melanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The LakeHouse
It was a wonderful short vacation weekend away. It wasn’t as secluded and private as you would expect from the pictures but we still had the privacy we wanted to enjoy each other’s company. Would love to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Family vacation
Family experience was great. Rental could use a great cleaning. Everything else was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a retreat for small office
Loved our stay! Plenty of room for staff to relax, rest and enjoy. We had a Qigong teacher come for part of the time. Beautiful setting for Qigong on the lawn by the lake. After a stressful, difficult year, this group of folks deserved such a treat. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Dustin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good despite a few things
The house is beautiful, the lake is awesome. Beds were very comfortable, slept like a baby. A very romantic getaway. We did run out of propane the first morning, and were shocked with ice cold showers. However, the owner had the delivery man show up within a few hours. The house did not seem thoroughly cleaned prior to our arrival (dust, cobwebs, yard debris). The "spa" shower heads were so calcified, water just sprinkled instead of sprayed.. The house also is next to a trailer, with outside dogs who barked constantly, which was a nuisance, but we still were able to sleep and enjoy our short and much needed getaway. Highly recommend, despite few issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

Worth it
My family really enjoyed being there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
NICE
Good time and nice place
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Relaxing!
We were looking for a serene, relaxing home away from home for our family before the start of school and this property fit the bill. Quiet, beautiful and a big, “cool” house (as our kids said!). The sunset lake views from the lakefront deck or house porch swing are priceless. We had a lovely crane that sat at the waters edge every morning and evening. The floor plan from basement to upstairs loft is open, but there are two small basement bedrooms with doors if quiet/privacy is needed. The bathroom on each floor is good to have and they are nicely updated. Communication with owners was fantastic and they even brought us a bottle of local wine. There was no beach area/swimming but we ended up being ok with that. Thank you for a great week!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
It is a great place to stay for a peaceful relaxing vacation, not the best for toddlers as there are lots of stairs. We will rent this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Very nice property. Well maintained. Great communication with property owners. We will rent this again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Tina E.

Great view and mostly relaxing
The property had an excellent view. The dishwasher had broken prior to us arriving and leaked when we washed dishes by hand, so that was a bummer. Being new to a vrbo, we didn't think to bring storage bags, paper plates, and saran wrap for leftovers...now we know. I think the owners were working on a remodel in the basement as the wiring was exposed in a couple rooms. The owners were also doing a remodel of the house next door, which caused some unexpected construction noise but overall the vacation was very relaxing and Covid-safe.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shelton F., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Great location for some peace and quiet while enjoying great views of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Getaway
We were looking for a quiet place to relax and enjoy our time for our anniversary and found this place on the lake and couldn't have been better!! Would return stay and recommend to friends. We enjoyed sitting and watching all the activity on the lake and watching the ducks and geese . There were turtles and cranes and an otter. The house was stocked with everything we needed and the owners were very fast at responses. Great place!!! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Phil A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent weekend trip with the family!
We were looking for a cute little cottage on the lake to spend week 6 of quarantine. This property nailed it! Awesome little loft space with extra space downstairs. The kitchen and family room were huge and accommodated everyone nicely. 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day Getaway
Overall, our visit was great. Any issues we had can't be blamed on anyone. The A/C wasn't working so upstairs got pretty stuffy. The owners offered a secondary property up as a place to let guests stay. We really loved the lake view patio and had a great time around the fire pit. House was plenty stocked on essentials like cookware. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy W., Westmont il

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed my stay the place was clean and beautiful, I will definitely be back.
Great stay I would recommend it to my friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2020