Carlyle Lake serene waterside view at golden hour
Keyesport, Illinois

Your Private Corner of Carlyle Lake Awaits

Tucked along the quiet shores of southern Illinois' most scenic lake, Hide-a-Way offers a peaceful retreat where the only thing on your agenda is letting the rhythm of the water slow everything down.

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25+
Years Hosting Guests
Carlyle
Lake Shorefront
IL
Southern Charm
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Our Accommodations

Designed for Those Who Come to Unwind

Whether you're planning a weekend fishing trip, a family reunion, or a quiet solo retreat, our lakeside accommodations are set up to give you exactly what you need — and nothing you don't.

Cozy lakeside cabin interior with warm lighting
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Lakeside Cabin

Wake up to water views from your porch. Our cabin offers a comfortable retreat just steps from the lake, with everything you need to settle in and stay a while.

  • Private lake access
  • Full kitchen
  • Covered porch seating
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Spacious family room with comfortable beds and lake view

Family Suite

Built for groups who want to share the experience. Multiple sleeping areas, a generous living space, and room for everyone to spread out and enjoy the lake together.

  • Sleeps up to 8 guests
  • Full kitchen & dining
  • Outdoor gathering space
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Charming cottage exterior with garden and lake in distance

Garden Cottage

A smaller, more intimate option for couples or solo travelers. Surrounded by native plantings and just a short walk to the water's edge — quiet, personal, and completely yours.

  • Intimate & private
  • Kitchenette
  • Garden patio
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Fishing on Carlyle Lake at sunrise
Boat on calm Carlyle Lake waters
Sunset over Carlyle Lake with golden reflections
Wildlife along the shores of Carlyle Lake
The Experience

More Than a Place to Sleep — It's a Reason to Slow Down

Carlyle Lake isn't just a body of water. It's a living, breathing landscape that changes with every season — and Hide-a-Way puts you right in the middle of it all.

Fishing at Its Best

Carlyle Lake is renowned among anglers for its bass, catfish, and crappie. Launch your boat, cast your line, and let the morning stretch into afternoon.

Family & Friends Gatherings

Reunions, birthday weekends, or just a break from the routine — our space is built for people who want to make memories around a lake, not inside a hotel room.

Four Seasons, Different Views

Spring wildflowers, summer sunsets, fall color along the bluffs, winter stillness — each visit offers a completely different character to the lake.

Find Us

Nestled in Keyesport, at the Edge of Carlyle Lake

Keyesport sits on the bluffs above Carlyle Lake in southern Illinois — a quiet community where the pace is slower and the views are endless. We're easy to find, but once you arrive, you may never want to leave.

Address
1606 Mulberry St, Keyesport, IL 62253-2140
Getting Here
Located off Route 51, approximately 30 miles south of East St. Louis. Free parking available on-site.
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Ready to Escape to the Lake?

Reach out and let us know your dates, your group size, and what kind of experience you're looking for. We'll help you find the perfect stay and answer any questions you have before you arrive.

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(618) 210-1004
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1606 Mulberry St, Keyesport, IL

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