About Legacy Vacation Rentals
About the area
**About the Area** Lake of Egypt is a picturesque reservoir situated within the Shawnee National Forest/Little Egypt region in Southern Illinois, approximately six miles south of Marion, IL. Spanning 2,300 acres with 90 miles of shoreline, the lake has an average depth of 18 feet and reaches a maximum depth of 52 feet. Privately owned by the Southern Illinois Power Cooperative (SIPC), the lake is regulated by its owners and the state. It is renowned as one of the lesser known, yet premier fishing lakes in Illinois, offering abundant Crappie, Bass, Bluegill, and Channel Catfish.The surrounding area boasts numerous hiking trails of varying difficulty levels within the stunning Shawnee National Forest. Visitors can also enjoy the famous Illinois Wine Trail, which feature numerous locally owned wineries, antique shops, and bicycle trails.
For detailed lake rules, please refer to [SIPC Lake Rules](https://www.sipower.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/SIPC-Lake-Rules-2022.pdf).
Our Story
Our venture into vacation rental hosting has taken a distinctive route. For many years, while our children were young, Brian and I managed long-term single-family rentals. Our discovery of Airbnb transformed our travel preferences, whether traveling as a couple, with our children, or with friends, particularly to Southern Illinois and the Lake of Egypt region, where we frequently visited enjoying the hiking trails, wineries, and of course the lake. Once our children were grown, we sold our long-term rentals and invested in a home in our favorite area to reconnect and relax, intending to occasionally rent it out. This soon evolved, with family and friends frequently requesting to rent our home, exceeding our capacity. We realized we had a passion for hosting, which led us to seek additional properties. We are committed to expanding our portfolio and sharing our love for this unique area with our guests.