House in Alto Pass, IL

Historic Home, Modern & Charming Decor, Wine Trail, Private Rental

Historic Home, Modern & Charming Decor, Wine Trail, Private Rental

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Main House - Renter gets entire private home.
View from courtyard pavilion
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Overview of Historic Home, Modern & Charming Decor, Wine Trail, Private Rental

10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Check out the area

Alto Pass, IL
  • Popular LocationStone Creek Golf Club and Resort23 min drive
  • Popular LocationGiant City State Park24 min drive
  • Popular LocationSouthern Illinois University29 min drive
  • AirportCarbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main level half-bath

Toilet

Spacious, luxury bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Historic Home, Modern & Charming Decor, Wine Trail, Private Rental

Where 1892 meets modern luxury in a vacation home rental, located in Alto Pass, Illinois. We are in the heart of the southern Illinois wine trail and just a few miles from Bald Knob Cross, gorgeous hiking areas and bike trails. You will love Havisham House. This house holds historic charm and is tastefully decorated. Very clean, spacious and private. When you rent one room, you get the entire home.
This stately Main House offers two beautiful bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a full kitchen, parlor, living room, formal dining room, breakfast/sun room and a spacious and relaxing covered front porch. The living room has private doors, a gas fireplace and comfortable queen sleeper sofa. Main House sleeps up to 6 adults. Not a child-friendly home.
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.



Property manager

Jerri Schaefer
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please clean all dishes/messes and take out trash when checking 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.
There is free WiFi, but you may not have the best phone service if you have anything other than Verizon.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Alto Pass

This holiday home is located in Alto Pass. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.

What's nearby

  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 23 min drive
  • Giant City State Park - 24 min drive
  • Southern Illinois University - 29 min drive
  • StarView Vineyards - 32 min drive
  • Little Grand Canyon Trail Trailhead - 34 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Iron Whisk - 15 min drive
  • Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - 21 min drive
  • Taqueria Pequena - 15 min drive
  • Peach Barn Cafe - 15 min walk
  • Fuzzy's Tavern - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Home, Modern & Charming Decor, Wine Trail, Private Rental pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Home, Modern & Charming Decor, Wine Trail, Private Rental?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Home, Modern & Charming Decor, Wine Trail, Private Rental?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Home, Modern & Charming Decor, Wine Trail, Private Rental located?

This family-friendly Alto Pass holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shawnee National Forest and Peachbarn Winery. Von Jakob Winery & Brewery is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tammy e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
birthday weekend with hiking and winery
we had a wonderful time at your property!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alec W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Fun
Small group of friends getting away for the weekend. Great location for seeing the beauty of southern Illinois. Jerry and Nick were great hosts and we loved the new bourbon bar as well. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Girls Getaway
The house is gorgeous! Owners Jerri and Nick couldn’t be nicer were there for us, answered every question and went out of their way to make our stay a perfect one. Loved every minute will be back!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Home!
Loved our stay. Rented the house and carriage house. Exceptional opportunity for our family! Thank you for being a wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
I found this place online and planned our whole weekend around this home. This is not a place you just stop and sleep; this is a place that you make your whole weekend about. I did have to admit to my husband how much he spent on this place. My excuse was “it was less than the Peabody”. Of all the homes, places, rentals I have stayed in over the past fourteen years of traveling - this has been my favorite. I believe it will be hard to top.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jerri Schaefer

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English

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