Rocky Comfort Cabins: A Unique Turnkey Investment for Sale - Union County
Property Highlights:
• Turnkey Lodging Business
• Established Since 2013
• Private Walking Trail to Blue Sky Vineyard
• Existing Reservations & Future Bookings Included
• Established Website, Social Media Presence & Guest Reviews
• Strong Occupancy History
• Loyal Repeat Clientele
• Storybook-Inspired & French-Inspired Cabins
• Room for Future Expansion
• Proven Operating History
Welcome to Rocky Comfort Cabins, a highly rated, fully operational lodging business located in the heart of Southern Illinois wine country. Established in 2013, Rocky Comfort Cabins has built a strong reputation, loyal repeat clientele, and a proven history of guest satisfaction.
Situated on more than 6 acres and connected to Blue Sky Vineyard by a private walking trail agreement, the property offers guests a unique combination of privacy, natural beauty, and convenient access to one of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail's premier destinations.
The property features three thoughtfully designed cabins, each offering a distinct guest experience. Two cabins showcase charming storybook-inspired architecture, while the third reflects a warm French-inspired design. Guests enjoy private hot tubs, fire pits, washers and dryers, and carefully curated amenities throughout the property.
Over more than a decade of operation, Rocky Comfort Cabins has earned outstanding guest reviews, strong occupancy, and a reputation as one of the region's most distinctive lodging destinations. The sale includes the established business, future reservations and bookings, website, social media presence, operating systems, and the Rocky Comfort Cabins brand, allowing a new owner to step into an operating business from day one.
Significant investments in the cabins, landscaping, and guest experience have already been completed, allowing a new owner to focus primarily on operations, guest experience, and future growth. With room for future expansion and an established operating history, Rocky Comfort Cabins presents a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey hospitality business in the heart of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.
Financial:
Its produced $264,515 Gross Revenue (2025) with a 2025 Occupancy: 85.5% and
occupancy exceeded 98% of available inventory when owner-blocked nights for maintenance, upgrades, weather closures, and operational scheduling were excluded.
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Listed by: Trophy Properties & Auction • Jesse R Klingler • 636-699-5208
$1,200,000
295 Panthers Den Rd, Makanda, IL 62958
3beds
2,300sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2013
6.66 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$522/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
French-inspired designStorybook-inspired architectureFire pitsThree thoughtfully designed cabinsCarefully curated amenitiesPrivate hot tubsWashers and dryers
- 277 days
- 529
- 26
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jesse R Klingler 636-699-5208,
Trophy Properties & Auction
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25072146
Originating MLS: East Central Board of REALTORS
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: $522/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $150,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,094
- Date on market: 10/29/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 277 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
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $1,200,000-4%$522/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Price change | $1,250,000-2%$543/sqft |
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| 10/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000+8179.2%$554/sqft |
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| 3/26/2013 | Sold | $15,400$7/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,052 +13.5% | $50,100 +8% |
| 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 |
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Neighborhood: 62958
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lick Creek Ccsd 16
- Middle: Lick Creek Ccsd 16
- High: Anna-Jonesboro
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






