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Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
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, ?

Check-out 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 mi (2 km) of Shawnee National Forest and Peachbarn Winery. Von Jakob Winery & Brewery is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

terrie s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sister get away
Wonderful trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Dave J., Fairbury, Il

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Susie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jessica P., Saint Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Christina J.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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 traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
Excellent to work with
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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

Charles R A.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

christina p.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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
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
Great stay, thanks!
Wonderful place, very easy!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Zander's Christening Stay
Stayed there before. Best selection in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, as advertised!
We had a wonderful week staying in the Havisham guest house. Was clean, comfortable, roomy. Plenty of room for the 5 of us...and the AC made it worth not having to camp in southern IL in 90 deg heat! Kithchen had all we needed for preparing meals. Dining options were limited in Alto Pass, but a quick drive to Anna provided grocery and all kinds of restaurant options. Made day trips to Garden of the Gods, Vienna, Metropolis, Little Grand Canyon, and of course the wine trail...wish we could have seen more. If we make our way back to the area would def stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021