Cabin

Great Shawnee Wine Trail Cabin in Relaxing Setting

Photo gallery for Great Shawnee Wine Trail Cabin in Relaxing Setting

Our large covered decks are a great feature.
Interior view as you enter Cabin 1
Kitchen with beautiful reclaimed wood counter tops and large island
Dining area with custom reclaimed wood trestle table.
View of our dining and kitchen area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Alto Pass, IL
  • Von Jakob Winery & Brewery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Peachbarn Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Giant City State Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Carbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Family Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Great Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Great Shawnee Wine Trail Cabin in Relaxing Setting

Cave Creek Cabins are built with our guest's comfort in mind. Spacious 1500 Sq. Ft. multi level gives you room to breath. Covered decks let you enjoy the outdoors, even when Mother Nature isn't cooperating.

Our cabins feature beautiful custom wood furniture, countertops and accents made from reclaimed wood that you just have to see. Each cabin offers two bedrooms, all with very comfortable queen mattresses, two sleeper sofas and two full baths. The upper level of the cabins feature a great room with trestle style dining table that seats 8 comfortably. The ample living area has a gas fireplace, recliner, sofa and HD-TV. Our full kitchen, with full size appliances, has beautiful wood countertops and seating for 4 at the island. Large supply of cookware, dinnerware for 8, coffeemaker and toaster provided. One bedroom and a full bath are also located on this level. The upper deck features a great overlook of Cave Creek for you to enjoy from the drink rail while you rest on our comfortable seating.

The lower level has a relaxed seating area with sleeper sofa, TV and DVD player. A game table and board games are provided. Second bedroom and full bath are located on this level, plus the utility room. We also offer satellite TV with separate controllers for each TV. This cabin is perfect for two couples or a family getaway. The deck on this level also offers a good view of the creek for your enjoyment.

Luxurious bed linens and bath towels provided. Soaps, shampoos, paper products and some cleaning supplies are also provided. We also provide an outdoor charcoal grill. And we have a fire pit available for our guest's enjoyment.

We have a dusk to dawn security light illuminating the parking area and cabin entries. Enjoy the fire pit and grilling are on the creek side of the cabin. Take a stroll on the quite country lane, relax around a crackling fire or take a comfortable seat on the covered deck and enjoy the relaxing sounds of the trickling creek.

Less than a mile north of Alto Pass, Mark's Lane is between Alto Vineyards and Rendleman's Orchard Store. It's a very short drive to Bald Knob Cross, Cedar Lake, Little Grand Canyon, Pomona Natural Bridge or Trail of Tears state park. The hiking is great. Try the lesser used trail skirting beautiful Cedar Lake, one of the best fishing lakes in the region.

Alto Pass was in the prime viewing area for the 2017 Eclipse and will be again in April 2024. The Shawnee will again have the longest viewing time for the full eclipse. We have so much to offer visitors in the Shawnee Region. Nature lovers have an abundance of trails to choose from, several of them geared for the occasional hiker or children. There are excellent rock climbing locations for the more adventurous visitors. We have one of the best zip lines in the United States. Our region offers great biking trails. There are lavender farms, strawberry and blueberry patches, and a bison ranch. They start picking peaches in June. Apples and other farm fresh produce are available at the farm stores. Don't miss the orchards in springtime bloom. Watch for festivals and music every weekend at the wineries. Don't miss the food and wine pairing weekends. Yum! And before we know it, the beautiful fall colors will be here. There is something for everyone to enjoy in Southern Illinois. Have a busy day and then come back to a relaxing retreat at Cave Creek!

Property manager

Roger
Premier Host

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervision required. Stairs and access to water.
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest Required to Sign Renter agreement. Security Deposit Required of $300. A cancellation fee may apply. Minimum age to rent is 21.
No Smoking. No Parties. No Pets. No Third Party Renters. No Illegal activities.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alto Pass

Located in Alto Pass, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shawnee National Forest and Mississippi River, while General John A. Logan Museum and African American Museum of Southern Illinois are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Alto Pass, IL

What's nearby

  • Von Jakob Winery & Brewery - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Peachbarn Winery - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 26 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Giant City State Park - 27 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 28 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 28 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Iron Whisk - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Fuzzy's Tavern - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Ridge Vineyard - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Peach Barn Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Shawnee Wine Trail Cabin in Relaxing Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Shawnee Wine Trail Cabin in Relaxing Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Shawnee Wine Trail Cabin in Relaxing Setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Shawnee Wine Trail Cabin in Relaxing Setting located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Shawnee National Forest, Von Jakob Winery & Brewery and Peachbarn Winery. Cave Hollow Trailhead and Kite Hill Vineyards are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Very nice stay

Had a great stay..Everything we needed was right there.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Great place

One of the nicest places in the area. Will definitely be returning

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

A nice clean place to stay at for the wine trail
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Great Cabin

Loved our couples get away weekend at this cabin. It’s well equipped and conveniently located to many area attractions. Look forward to staying here again.

10/10 Excellent

Fay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us

We were as comfortable in the cabin as we are in our own home. It was great having laundry machines (we were staying with 4 kids ages 5 to 12). The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. Be careful the water out of the faucet can get steaming hot. We enjoyed the fire pit. Would recommend renting both cabins for 4 families- the deck and fire pit is shared. The outside looks rustic but the cabin interior is quite well appointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good place to stay

best place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome accommodations!

Cave Creek Cabins are beautiful! So clean & welcoming. The cabin was very well appointed & very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Cozy and with everything we needed

We booked both cabins for a friends getaway. The generous accommodations had plenty of room for everyone to have enough space, enjoy their quiet, and spend time together. The location is convenient to the outdoor activities we had planned for and plenty of restaurants. We will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Leon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was great

The cabin was well stocked and very clean. The set up was perfect for us. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

The cabin had everything you needed plus more, they really thought it out! The location is great to the wine trail!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda K.

Beautiful clean cabin! Wonderful experience!

This was an excellent experience! Beautiful clean cabin! Beautiful view of babbling creek and woods! Highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised

Great little hideaway! Perfect for what we needed as a home base for our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kortney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Cabin was easy to find, clean, and a has the perfect location if you are planning to do the Shawnee Wine Trail or hike at Giant City State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kiley S.

Great location and clean!

Had a wonderful weekend stay! The cabins are private, but very close to everything on the west leg of the wine trail. They are truly a home away from home with all the things you wouldn’t think to bring… it’s already in the cabinets! Would love to visit again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Fabulous Cabin

This cabin exceeded all of our expectations. We will hopefully stay again in the future and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Quinn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quinn

Great cabin. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kimber M.

Cave creek cabin wedding weekend

The cabin is nestled in a beautiful area! So close to everything but you feel like you are in the middle of nowhere. So peaceful! Thank you!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Multiple stays, will keep returning

We've stayed here a couple of times now and the cabin is always in excellent shape, clean and very well maintained, well stocked, and just a joy to rest in. The check in and check out process are easy, and policies and costs are well communicated clearly and early. At this point, we've stayed in quite a few places in the area trying to find the one we like the best. At this point, we've found it.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Wine Weekend

This wonderful cabin provided an excellent location to the Shawnee Wine Trail and Shawnee National Forest. Our stay was relaxing and included all the amenities and fun board games! I look forward to booking this cabin again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Perferct location for the outdoor enthusiast.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!!

Clean, prime location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Bday weekend in nature

Truly enjoyed the peace and quiet of the cabin. Everything needed was there. Decks were amazing to sit on, and cabin was very cozy. The kitchen layout is perfect. The attention to detail of the woodworking throughout showed impressive craftsmanship. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Leslie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome cabin near hiking/wine trail

The cabin was the perfect setting for our family’s time in southern IL exploring the wine trail. Great amenities. The fire pit area is awesome. Highly reccomend! It would have been nice to have wifi available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean comfy property

The property is beautiful. There are two floors, so it was not to have space for four people.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and CLEAN!

The cabins are located in a very quiet, woodsy area. One fear we had was that it might smell musty. We couldn't have been more wrong. The cabin was so inviting and incredibly clean. No musty smell at all. The pictures online show the property well. But, it is even more beautiful in person. The beds were comfortable, linens and towels were high quality and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. There is a nice gas fireplace and a nice fire pit outside. I would definitely recommend this property. Roger and Shirley (owners) were delightful to deal with as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Roger

Host profile image
Raised in rural Southern Illinois in a family that loved to camp and fish, I enjoyed the beauty of this region long before attending Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. In adult life, I've been both a home builder and a woodworker. I also love good wine, good food and meeting people. And that's how the vision for Cave Creek Cabin emerged. The home builder designed the cabins for comfort and function. The woodworker wanted the beautiful wood features. But mostly, I wanted a great place for people to gather, relax and make great memories.

Why they chose this property

Your home away from home on the Shawnee Wine Trail! We created a cabin where you can be comfortable and relax, with quality that will make you want to come back. We want to become your next Happy Place and can't wait to host you.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests