Firefly Lodge

Coalshaft Bridge Rd
Sullivan, Illinois

Sleeps 15
Newly Renovated

Firefly
Lodge

On Lake Shelbyville

A lakefront retreat — made for staying longer.

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15guests

Sleeps

04suites

Sleeping

03baths

Full

01path

To the lake

— The Lodge / Welcome Home

Where everyone fits,
and no one is in the way.

A four-bedroom log lodge at the end of a quiet road in central Illinois — rebuilt from the floors up for the kind of weekends you actually remember.

Firefly Lodge sits at the end of a quiet road in central Illinois, the last house before the trees give way to Lake Shelbyville. We rebuilt it from the floors up with one idea in mind — a place where multiple generations can vacation under one roof without anyone feeling crowded.

The main floor is the social heart: a vaulted great room with a sage-and-butcher-block kitchen, a dining table that seats ten, and two bedrooms with their own full baths. Upstairs, a sun-soaked loft sleeps three with its own balcony.

Came for a getaway from the city and really felt restored. The lodge is beautiful, well kept, and super comfortable. — Five-Star Guest Review

Downstairs lives a separate world — a private queen suite, a bunk room that sleeps nine, and a lounge with neon, pool, and a full bar where the grown-ups can stay up after bedtime stories end.

Fire pit at sunset with Adirondack chairs

— What no one else can offer

The only home on the lake with a path of your own.

Out the back door, past the fire pit, down through the oaks — a walking trail leads to a stretch of Lake Shelbyville shoreline that's effectively yours for the week.

The public boat launch is a stone's throw away, and three full-service marinas are within fifteen minutes. Show up with a swimsuit; we'll point you to the rest.

— Serene, relaxing, and peaceful. We were very impressed with the cleanliness and all the room this lodge had. —

Five-Star Guest Review

— Where You'll Sleep

Four suites,
one quiet house.

Two private suites for couples, two semi-private rooms for the rest. Black-out curtains, fresh linens, and bedside lamps in every space.

01 · Main Floor · Private

The Firefly suite.

Queen Bed · Private En-Suite · Sleeps 2

The grown-up retreat. A handcrafted log bed, brand-new private bath with brass fixtures, steps from the back door to the lake path.

02 · Lower Level · Private

The Reflection room.

Queen Bed · Sleeps 2 · Quietest Spot

Tucked off the lower lounge with Venetian plaster behind the headboard. The quietest room in the house — perfect for grandparents.

03 · Upstairs · Open Loft

The loft.

1 Queen + 1 Twin · Sleeps 3 · Private Balcony

Cathedral ceilings, cedar walls, an industrial-size fan, and sliding doors to your own balcony. Sunlight pours in from sunrise to set.

04 · Lower Level · Sleeps 9

The Bunk room.

4 Twin/Queen Bunks · Sleeps 9 · Kid HQ

The kids will fight over the top bunks. Charcoal walls, coffered ceilings, fresh leaf-print linens, and reading lamps for each bed.

— What's Inside / The Stocked List

Stocked, thought through,
and ready.

A short list of what you'll find when you walk in. The longer list lives in the welcome book on the kitchen island.

The kitchen.

Brand-new range, fridge & dishwasher
Coffee bar with branded mugs (yours to keep)
Drip coffee & filters provided
Dining for ten under a custom chandelier
Spices, oils & cooking essentials
Branded glassware & cocktail tools

The lower lounge.

Full bar with wine fridge
Pool table & second TV
Whiskey-barrel high-top seating
Firefly Lodge neon photo wall
BYO favorite bottle, we provide the rest
Adult-only zone after kid bedtime

Outside.

Private path to Lake Shelbyville
Wood-burning fire pit with Adirondacks
Covered porch & back deck with grill
Manicured lawn for yard games
Three marinas within minutes
Public boat launch a stone's throw

The practical.

Three full bathrooms (two new in 2025)
Stand-up showers throughout
High-speed Wi-Fi (yes, really)
In-unit washer & dryer
Central A/C & industrial loft fans
Smart locks, no key handoffs

For the kids.

Bunk room sleeps nine
Yard with room to run
Books, board games & puzzles
High chair available on request
Fireflies (in season)
Quiet hours respected by hosts

The design.

Hand-laid plaster accent walls
William Morris wallpapers
Three boutique-hotel bathrooms
Painted industrial rafters
Cedar-and-iron accent beams
Custom Firefly Lodge branding

— Show Up Empty-Handed / The Lake

The lake provides.
we'll point you to the rest.

You don't need to own a boat to have a lake weekend. Three full-service marinas rent everything from pontoons to wave runners, all within fifteen minutes.

01Lithia Springs MarinaPontoons, fishing, fuel · ~10 min

02Findlay MarinaBoats, jet skis, restaurant · ~12 min

03Sullivan BeachSand, swimming, picnics · ~15 min

04Downtown SullivanGroceries, dining, ice cream · ~20 min

05Wyman Park & TrailsHiking, fishing, eagles · ~10 min

06Little Theatre on the SquarePro summer theatre · ~20 min

— Signature Touches

Little things,
you'll remember.

01 / Mornings

The coffee bar.

Drip coffee, filters, and branded Firefly Lodge mugs are stocked and waiting. Help yourself — your first morning here should be easy.

02 / Stocked

The bar is open.

A full cocktail kit on the basement bar — shaker, jigger, strainer, the works. Bring the bourbon. We'll provide the glassware.

03 / Memory

The photo wall.

The neon glows warm against the gray plaster. Every group photo from your weekend looks better here.

— Before You Book / FAQ

Questions,
answered.

Don't see your question here?
Call us at 217.848.3333 or
Email hello@fireflylodgeillinois.com.
We respond fast.

How many people does the lodge sleep? +

Fifteen comfortably in beds — two private queen suites, a loft with a queen and twin, and a bunk room sleeping nine. Three full bathrooms mean no waiting in line for the shower. We can host a few additional guests on the lower-level couches for an added nightly fee — reach out before booking and we'll work out the details.

Is the lake walkable from the house? +

Yes. A private path runs from the back of the property through the oaks to a quiet stretch of Lake Shelbyville shoreline. The walk takes about a minute. We're the only home on this side with direct access.

Can we rent a boat nearby? +

Three full-service marinas are within fifteen minutes. They rent pontoons, fishing boats, wave runners, kayaks, and paddleboards. We keep current contact info in the welcome book at the lodge. The public boat launch is a stone's throw away if you bring your own.

Is it family-friendly? +

Very much so. The bunk room sleeps nine, the yard is open and grassy for games, and the basement lounge is intentionally on a different floor — designed so adults can stay up after the kids go down without waking anyone. We can leave a high chair, pack-n-play, and games out on request.

What's included with the stay? +

Linens, towels, coffee and filters, soap and toiletries, full kitchen stocking, bar glassware and cocktail tools, firewood for the fire pit, Wi-Fi, and a welcome book with our favorite local restaurants, marinas, and attractions. Bring food, drinks, and a sense of pace.

Is it pet-friendly? +

Unfortunately, the lodge isn't pet-friendly — with one exception. We welcome certified service animals as required by law. If you're traveling with a service animal, let us know at the time of booking so we can prepare the lodge for your stay.

How does check-in work? +

Self check-in via smart lock — no key handoffs, no awkward meet-ups. Door code is sent the morning of arrival. Check-in is 4 PM, check-out 11 AM. We have a professional team that turns the lodge between every stay, and we live nearby in case anything comes up.