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Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest,

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Front of house
Master bedroom
Dining & Living Room
Full functioning kitchen
Master bedroom & full bath downstairs...leads to outdoor private patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alto Pass, IL
  • Peachbarn Winery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Von Jakob Winery & Brewery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Giant City State Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Carbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs Large Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room (sleeper sofa)

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs full bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest,

Where 1892 meets modern luxury in a vacation rental located in Alto Pass, Illinois. Havisham House has two homes on the property... the Carriage House and Main House. We are in the heart of the southern Illinois wine trail, and just a few miles from Bald Knob Cross and amazing hiking/biking trails. Located adjacent to the Carriage House is Havisham Bourbon, Brew & Spirits (food, wine, beer, cocktails & over 300 whiskies in stock).
The main floor of this cozy Carriage House offers a bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen and living room. Downstairs has a larger bedroom, full bathroom and an exit to a private outside patio area.
Why did we name it "Havisham House"? Have you read Great Expectations by Charles Dickens? Main character, Miss Havisham, lived in the Satis House, a ruined mansion. This property immediately reminded me of this classic novel when we found it in 2015… abandoned and heavily damaged from a severe tornado. (Please see "before" pictures at havishamhouse.com.) Even with its extensive damage, we fell in love with this property and had "great expectations" for its rescue. We think you will truly enjoy your stay as you make wonderful memories in southern Illinois. We know you will love Havisham House as much as we do.
See website: havishamhouse.com

Property manager

Jerri Schaefer
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please clean up your dishes/messes and take out the trash at check-out.
Please use brown wash cloths for make-up removal. If I cannot get mascara/make-up out of pillow cases, I will have to charge you for new ones.
WiFi code is given at check-in. If you have anything other than Verizon cell service, you won't get the best reception.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

About the area

Alto Pass

Located in Alto Pass, this cottage is in a rural area. Peachbarn Winery and Von Jakob Winery & Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Mississippi River.
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Alto Pass, IL

What's nearby

  • Peachbarn Winery - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Von Jakob Winery & Brewery - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 23 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Giant City State Park - 24 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 29 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 30 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Iron Whisk - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fuzzy's Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Ridge Vineyard - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Peach Barn Cafe - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Shawnee National Forest and Peachbarn Winery. Von Jakob Winery & Brewery is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

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

Better than expected!

Took wife on a valentine weekend getaway. Looked at several places around the wine trail. Choose this home based on friend’s recommendation. Glad we did. Up to date…safe feeling…clean and great location!!! We WILL stay here again. Thank you for the hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

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

Wonderful historic house

Great location and beautiful place to stay, hosts easy to get in contact with if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

terrie s.

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

Sister get away

Wonderful trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles R A.

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

Cozy and comfortable

Perfectly located in Alto Pass - furthest Shawnee Wine Trail Winery is about 18 minutes away. Beautiful area, spacious rental!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P., Saint Joseph

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

Highly recommend!

We choose this place for a central location to do the wine trails. A wonderful venue with beautiful grounds. Big house would be a great place to stay as a large group. Adorable small town vibe and close to Murphy and Anna for needs. Ample kitchen amenities, might need a few additions but you could get by! Would 110% stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susie H.

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

Perfection

We were so pleasantly surprised with this cute rental. Charming & quaint don’t even begin to cover it & Jerri was great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan jeremiah C.

Just a beautifully restored property !!!! Love Love love!

The property is reminiscent of old times past with modern amenities and memorable charm.... Jerri was so accommodating and welcoming!!! This property was once in our family and was destroyed by a hurricane! Jerri restores it beyond its original glory and provides the updated amenities that modern patrons expect! A beautiful jewel in a tranquil location!!! I would love sharing this space with a group of friends and a bottle or Twp of wine!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dave J., Fairbury, Il

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

Unique house and area

Southern Illinois is a beautiful area for scenic drives and hiking, wineries and breweries, etc. Havisham carriage house is unique with its history and old thick walls; carefully restored. It is comfortable and functional. We enjoyed the patio and, in cooler weather, the ready to go fire pit would be perfect. A few steps up the sidewalk is the bourbon bar. The bar tender knows her craft! The Bar Bites were excellent. Just be aware of hours of operation for all businesses in the whole area. The toiletries are minimal and very basic so you might pack your preferred items and kleenex. The kitchen is minimally stocked with dishes for 6 people, 1 skillet and one sauce pan if you plan to do any food prep. We enjoyed Midlands, The Brick House Grill, and the 51BBQ in Cobden. And don’t miss brunch at The Iron Whisk. The taco place in Cobden is good and very popular.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina J.

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

Great little getaway

We had a nice time. We thought we would get a little more hiking in but the ground was a bit too mushy. Just that time of year. The bourbon bar was a nice finish in the evening. Thank you very much for a cozy stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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

Beautiful and well located

Clean, spacious, modern and well-decorated carriage house in the heart of Alto Pass. Perfect for hiking or checking out wineries/breweries. Great host, would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Carriage House Stay

The Carriage house was very nice! It was very comfortable. We visited local wineries and the location worked well for that purpose! Thanks for having such nice accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penny C.

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

Weekend get away.

The carriage house was perfect for a relaxing weekend away. The bourbon bar next door was a very nice way to end our evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

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

Beautiful place

We come here every year and enjoy it! Wonderful place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

nathan w.

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

Excellent to work with

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Beautiful homes in the country.

A really cool pair of classic old timey houses that have been impeccably restored. We chose to stay there because they are located close to friends in Alto Pass but would be great for anyone wanting to experience rural Southern Illinois!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

Great weekend getaway

Great weekend getaway. The carriage house was very cozy, comfortable,clean and totally beautiful. Thank you Jerri and Nick for being so accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

christina p.

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

Charming

Charming space. Perfectly located. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Carriage House

This is such a cute place! It's close to Shawnee Forest for some great hikes. There's a small park across the street for kids to play at as well. We didn't find too much to eat close by, but we brought lots of food and snacks to keep us happy (we visited during the off season, so this might be different during summer months). We would absolutely stay here again if we come to this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M., Osceola

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

Perfect Accommodations!!

We had the best stay! The house had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. If we are ever back in the area we will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Beautifully restored carriage house

We have stayed at the property several times in the past three years. It’s convenient to my daughter-in-law’s home and the wine trail.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B., Naperville, IL

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

Nice place!

Very clean, comfortable property. Small kitchen but if you plan to order in or do carry out you’ll be in great shape. Coffee pot, toaster and refrigerator are great for breakfast. Oven available, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

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

Wonderful

Such a wonderful time. We stay here every year and always enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

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

Great stay, thanks!

Wonderful place, very easy!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Wine Trail Experience

We really enjoyed staying in the carriage house. It was the perfect size for 2 couples. It was very clean and had everything that we needed. It was in the perfect location to everything that we wanted to do. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

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

Awesome clean experience with friendly staff!

The Carriage House was beautiful. It was clean and provided everything we needed. We had a little trouble getting the door unlocked to get in but it was a simple fix! I called Jeri right away. She was friendly, helpful, apologetic and corrected the situation successfully within seconds. Upon leaving, locking the lower door was incomplete because the handle kept spinning. Overall, EXCELLENT!! Would go back in a heartbeat! Jerri was great to work with!! The house was beautiful and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

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Hosted by Jerri Schaefer

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