• Backyard with a wooden pergola, green lawn, outdoor chairs, barbecue grill, and surrounding houses and trees.
  • A two-story light green wooden house with trim around windows and door, and a small porch with the American flag. There is a sidewalk leading to the front door, a lamp post with multiple globes, and trees with green leaves around the house.
  • A bedroom with two twin beds with black metal frames, white duvets, and round decorative pillows. There are two windows with light-colored curtains, and framed floral artwork on the wall.
  • A kitchen with blue cabinets, white marble countertops, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a window allowing natural light. There are decorative items on the counter, including a framed fruit artwork, a potted plant, and a copper pitcher on a marble-topped island.
  • A neatly made bed with white bedding, decorative pillows, and an upholstered beige headboard in a cozy bedroom. There are two nightstands with lamps on each side of the bed, and artwork hanging on the wall.
  • Living room with green paneled walls, decorated with vintage mirrors, a floral armchair, a brown leather sofa with patterned pillows, a wooden side table with a white lamp, and a window with white curtains.
  • Front of a green house with four large windows on the front, an American flag hanging from the porch, and potted plants at the entrance. A large tree with textured bark and green leaves is in the foreground.

Plenty of room for everyone

3 Bedroom newly remodeled boutique victorian home, 2 Bathroom, cozy living spaces, spacious back patio, and relaxing views just moments from the Ohio River & the Shawnee National Forest

What You will love about your stay

Comfortable and family-friendly with relaxing views near the Ohio River. Features a spacious outdoor patio perfect for gathering, a pool table, foosball table, outdoor seating for relaxing evenings, and plenty of space for families and friends to unwind together after exploring Southern Illinois.

About the Property

The Martin house is a newly remodeled space in the quaint Elizabethtown nestled on the Ohio River. Built 1892, the history is in the details. A unique, beautiful Victorian home with original woodworking & detail throughout. Stay, relax by the river or explore nearby attractions and sightseeing- From Garden of the Gods, Shawnee National Forest to Cave-in-Rock, located right on the Ohio Scenic Byway. The Martin is a hop, skip and jump to all things Southern Illinois. Walk to boat ramp, river view

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Top Reasons Guests Book The Martin House

Guests love the welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere of The Martin House and the relaxing location near the Ohio River. It’s the perfect place for families, couples, or groups looking for a fun and comfortable getaway with plenty of room to gather and unwind.

Enjoy peaceful mornings and relaxing evenings on the spacious outdoor patio, challenge the family to games of pool or foosball, and spend quality time together in the cozy living spaces after exploring the nearby beauty of the Shawnee National Forest.

The home offers comfortable bedrooms, inviting gathering areas, a fully stocked kitchen, and entertainment for both kids and adults, creating a stay that feels both relaxing and memorable.

The Space

Sleeping Arrangements
•1 King Master (upper level)
•1 Queen bed (upper level
•2 Twin beds (upper level)

Inside
•Family-friendly entertainment- pool table and foosball table
•Spacious indoor living areas
•ully stocked kitchen and inviting bedrooms

Outside
•Back patio for outside dining
•Private fire pit
•Hammocks & Loungers
• Outside family games

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Who loves The Martin House

Families with children — The Martin House is designed for family fun with spacious gathering areas, outdoor patio space, and entertainment like a pool table and foosball that both kids and adults can enjoy together.

Groups & weekend getaways — With three bedrooms, comfortable living spaces, and room to gather inside and outside, the home easily accommodates families, couples, and friend groups looking for a relaxing stay together.

Leisure travelers — Peaceful surroundings near the Ohio River and close access to the attractions of the Shawnee National Forest make it the perfect retreat for relaxing, exploring, and unwinding.

Guest Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We absolutely loved our stay. Beautiful, clean home. Stephanie was a wonderful host. We would highly recommend staying here!

-Joy, Illiois

Beautiful house, nice view of the river. Very spacious. As advertised.

-Guatam, Missouri

We had a great stay. Really enjoyed all the amenities. It is a beautiful home.

-David, Alabama

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