Dutton Chapel Lodge

10/01/2026

Coffee with a view like this is all I need.

From sunrise to sunset, there’s never a bad view at Dutton Chapel Lodge.

Happy National Coffee Day.

09/29/2026

Thank you so much for staying with us and sharing these beautiful photos. You captured the beauty of Dutton Chapel Lodge so thoughtfully, and we’re grateful you chose to spend your time here. 🧡

09/28/2026

Plan your October with these upcoming Southern Illinois events and seasonal happenings near Dutton Chapel Lodge! 🍂

🦌 Archery Deer & Turkey Season Opens
📅 October 1
📍 Southern Illinois

Archery season opens across Southern Illinois for deer and turkey, offering hunters another reason to get outdoors and enjoy the Shawnee this fall.

Season dates and site-specific regulations are subject to IDNR rules and permit requirements.

👣 Shawnee Sasquatch Festival
📅 October 3
⏰ 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
📍 Harrisburg, Illinois

Enjoy a full day of Shawnee-inspired fun with guided hikes, races, a vintage market, live music, local food, shopping, family activities, and plenty of Sasquatch-themed fun.

⛏️ Fluorspar Festival
📅 October 9–11
⏰ Times vary daily — follow the Fluorspar Festival for updates on event times
📍 Rosiclare, Illinois

There’s fun every day, with the main event October 10 featuring parades, music, vendors, mining history, and family fun, followed by Sunday’s guided hike with Hiking with Shawn.

🎄 Holiday Gatherings at Dutton

Planning Thanksgiving, Christmas, a corporate party, or family reunion? Make Dutton Chapel Lodge your gathering place this holiday season with a fully equipped kitchen, plenty of dining space, extraordinary scenery, a private hot tub, and a massive game room.

Limited holiday availability. Book direct and save on your stay at Dutton Chapel Lodge.

09/25/2026

The natural pool glows, the cousins share their favorite memories from the summer, and the firepit gets fired up for the first round of s'mores. This is where summer traditions seamlessly stretch into autumn, creating the kind of cozy, poolside nights that are good for the soul.

09/21/2026

One last stop before it’s officially fall. 🍂

Cave-in-Rock is one of those places we never get tired of exploring, and knowing it’s just a short drive from Dutton Chapel Lodge makes it even better.

Summer in the Shawnee has been good to us. Now we can’t wait to see these same views wrapped in autumn color.

Here’s to one more summer adventure and all the fall exploring still to come. 🍁

09/18/2026

You won’t want to miss the Golconda Shrimp Festival tomorrow, September 19! Head downtown to Main Street Golconda for a full day of food, fun, and festivities. 🍤🎉

The count down is on!! Come spend the weekend with us on Main Street Golconda!🦐

09/16/2026

We’ll always have a soft spot for the summer sunsets that follow us home to Dutton Chapel Lodge, but autumn in the Shawnee is going to be special.

Crisp days spent wandering new trails. Evenings around the fireplace. Cool nights in the hot tub. And 50 acres wrapped in the warm colors of the season.

We’re ready for you, autumn. 🍁

Come experience a new season at Dutton Chapel Lodge.

09/10/2026

🚨 RARE OPENING THIS WEEKEND! 🚨

Escape to Dutton Chapel Lodge and save 𝟐𝟎% 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭 with promo code 𝐃𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐓𝟐𝟎.

Your weekend getaway includes:

♨️ Private covered hot tub
💦 Gorgeous natural swimming pool
🎣 Private fishing pond
🥾 Direct access to Shawnee National Forest
🛶 Complimentary kayaks for exploring Big Grand Pierre Creek
🎱 Massive game room
🎬 Cozy media room

With 𝟓 𝐛𝐞𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬, 𝟑 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟒 𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬, Dutton is ready for your last-minute group getaway!

🌲 This weekend won’t stay open for long.

👉𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐃𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐓𝟐𝟎 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝟐𝟎%!

09/10/2026

We love hearing how our guests make Dutton Chapel Lodge their own. 🧡

From bringing your horses and exploring the property to kayaking, swimming, and hitting the trails, Dutton offers plenty of ways to experience the outdoors in Southern Illinois and the Shawnee National Forest.

Thank you for sharing your experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back!

09/09/2026

Are you looking for a space large enough for your family to gather this Thanksgiving? A 𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 just became available at Dutton Chapel Lodge!

With comfortable accommodations for up to 14 guests, Dutton provides plenty of room to gather, celebrate and enjoy the holiday together:

• Fully stocked kitchen for preparing and serving Thanksgiving dinner
• Spacious living areas for gathering
• Sunroom that opens to the outdoors
• Massive game room with pool, darts, foosball, air hockey and a card table
• Separate media room
• Private covered hot tub for year-round relaxation
• Fishing pond and gorgeous natural pool
• Firepit and plenty of parking
• Direct access to outdoor adventure in the Shawnee National Forest

Thanksgiving reservations can be difficult to find, and this opening may not last long. 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟓% 𝐨𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲.