A boutique country bed & breakfast in the woodlands a mile west of SIU, offers a quiet, comfortable stay with warm hospitality and a nourishing homemade breakfast included. This cozy double room is ideal for visitors to SIU, and for exploring nearby state parks, trails, and national forests, with peaceful, charming and immaculate accommodations. The experience here is calm, personal, and intentionally different from a standard hotel or short-term rental. Home-cooked evening meals also available The space WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR STAY ★ PRIVATE GUEST ROOM★ ✔Spacious double room with one queen bed overlooking the garden and bay window, and a comfy double bed, with room for an air mattress as well ✔Blackout blinds and dark curtains on windows for a restful night's sleep ✔Privacy curtain between the sleeping areas ✔Dedicated spa-like bathroom (not shared with other guests) ✔Quality linens, natural light, and a layout designed for comfort ★ HOMEMADE BREAKFAST ★ Served each morning in our Tea Room: ✔Freshly prepared breakfast made in-house includes: - Oatmeal, plant-based yogurt and fruit parfait - Eggs (omelette/scrambled) with seasonal vegetables ✔Coffee, tea, juice, and a relaxed start to your day Enjoy a true bed & breakfast experience when you stay ★ SHARED SPACES ★ ✔Bright, welcoming living room with working fireplace ✔Tea Room with wood burning stove, and indoor seating areas ✔Outdoor patio with woodland views and visiting wildlife ★ LOCATION ★ ✔Approximately 1 mile west of Southern Illinois University (SIU) ✔1.7 miles to Southern Illinois Hospital (SIH) ✔1000ft from Chautauqua Bottoms Walking Trails ✔Close to Giant City State Park, Shawnee National Forest, and local trails ✔Easy access to Carbondale restaurants, wineries, breweries, and shops ✔Quiet at night, convenient during the day This location works especially well for SIU & SIH visitors and traveling professionals, weekend travelers, nature lovers, and solo or paired guests seeking a calm base. ★ THOUGHTFUL HOSTING ★ ✔Attentive, friendly hospitality ✔Local recommendations for dining, trails, wineries, and attractions ✔Clear check-in instructions and responsive communication ★ THE EXPERIENCE ★ This is not your generic Airbnb room. The Yidz Inn is a boutique bed & breakfast designed for guests who appreciate quiet surroundings, personal hosting, and a well-cared-for space. Guests often comment on the peaceful setting, the comfort of the room, and the quality of the breakfast. If you’re looking for a stay that feels welcoming, relaxed, and intentionally hosted, this room offers exactly that. Guest access Aside from your large private room with its whitewashed wood floors, high ceiling, queen and double beds with lush linens and comfort, you can enjoy the full living room, with sink-in couches and comfortable reading seats in front of the brick fireplace and working gas fire overlooking the woods; and in the morning you can step out onto the front porch or private back patio to see the Southern Illinois birds and wildlife in action. A hearty home-made breakfast is served daily in the Tea Room, where there's also a fridge for your personal snacks, a hot water urn, a Nespresso coffee maker, tea, and other refreshments and a hand-washing sink. In the cooler months, you'll enjoy the warmth and aroma of the wood-burning stove. If this room is booked for the dates you want, do check out our other listings in the same house. During your stay Owners are generally available at the property until 8PM, after which you can text or call if you need something right away. Of course in a real emergency, you'd call 911. Other things to note * It's extremely important to understand that animals are not allowed on the property for any reason, no exceptions. We're great animal lovers but allergies are a serious issue. You will however likely meet the neighbor's friendly dog, though if for any reason you're rather not meet him, do let us know and his owner will bring him inside his home.