You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Private bluffs, 40-mile view on Shawnee Wine Trail
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS 1 King Bed in Master bedroom upstairs 1 King Bed in 2nd bedroom in lower level 1 Full Bed in 3rd bedroom in lower level 1 Sleeper sofa in lower level living room
MAIN LEVEL: Living Room with propane fireplace and floor to ceiling windows to take in the breathtaking views that span for 40 + miles to Kentucky Flat screen tv Kitchen & Dining Area Walkout Deck overlooking pond Back patio with propane grill Washer and Dryer in mudroom/foyer 1 Half Bathroom
UPPER LEVEL/LOFT Loft Master bedroom overlooking main level (note: the bedroom is open. There are no doors) Master bathroom with jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower Private balcony off the bedroom to take in the views of the bluffs
LOWER LEVEL/WALKOUT BASEMENT Living room area with TV and sleeper sofa Walk-out basement with ample shade in the Summer and spectacular long range views of the area 1 Full Bathroom Bedroom 2- King bed with TV Bedroom 3- Full bed
OUTDOORS: Large deck overlooking front of property and pond. Fire pit for relaxation between house and bluffs on the backside of property Fully stocked pond in front of the house for bank fishing More Information:
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM. Rental agreement is required with ID verification. Pet Policy: Pets are not allowed at this property. If guests are caught with a pet, guests may be subject to an immediate cancellation without refund. If evidence is found after your stay, there will be a $150 penalty for rule violation. Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels. Firewood is available for purchase.
Property manager
Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Car required
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Kitchen island
Spices
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathrooms
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Firepit
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Near laundromat
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
Near a hospital
Things to do
Ecotours nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Power boating nearby
Casino nearby
Rafting nearby
Sledding nearby
Cycling nearby
Mountain biking nearby
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
General
Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)
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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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
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About the neighborhood
Buncombe, IL
What's nearby
Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Ferne Clyffe State Park - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
Blue Sky Vineyards - 23 min drive - 13.7 km
Lake of Egypt - 24 min drive - 22.4 km
Giant City State Park - 35 min drive - 19.4 km
Getting around
Carbondale Station - 42 min drive
Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 14 min drive
Curve Inn - 11 min drive
Whiffle Boys Pizza Goreville - 14 min drive
Orlandini Vineyard - 20 min drive
The Old Home Place - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Private bluffs, 40-mile view on Shawnee Wine Trail pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Private bluffs, 40-mile view on Shawnee Wine Trail?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private bluffs, 40-mile view on Shawnee Wine Trail?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private bluffs, 40-mile view on Shawnee Wine Trail located?
Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is steps from Shawnee National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Ferne Clyffe State Park and StarView Vineyards. Panther Den Trailhead and Blue Sky Vineyards are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Private bluffs, 40-mile view on Shawnee Wine Trail Reviews
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gorgeous property and surrounding area. Relaxed at the house around the fire and balcony, fished the pond. Great area to catch the wine trail. Several wineries within 15-20 min drive.
Beautiful property with an amazing view. It was the perfect place to access the local wineries during the day and enjoy each other's company playing cards and catching up. We were able make some great dinners and enjoy the firepit. Great property can't wait to come back!
Very well stocked house. The owners don't expect you to bring your own supplies which makes the stay more relaxing. The bluffs behind the house are incredible. Views out front gorgeous. Nearby hiking and wineries. Great stay:)
We celebrated my husbands 80th birthday with the kids and grandkids. We spent time fishing and outdoor time and games at night. Kids and grands came from Springfield, IL, Colorado and California. Our 8 year described the house as a cabin and the downstairs as a hotel.
My husband and adult children spent the weekend in this lovely home for our daughter’s SIU law school graduation.The home has incredible views from all rooms.The kitchen was very well equipped and the bedrooms were very comfortable.We were happy to have found this home and highly recommend.
What a fabulous weekend at Rock Ridge! Fishing, hiking, S’mores & laughter around the campfire, stargazing, the list goes on! 4 adults and 3 kids ages 8-12 - never lacking something to do! Allison was fantastic to communicate with, just made things go so smoothly.
Thank you again and we’ll be back.
Beautiful property close to hiking trails. We took our two boys (4 and7) who had a great time at the cabin as well as the surrounding hiking trails. Giant city was the best along with a trip to Boo park. The cabin is very nice with everything you need to cook. We had deer come around the property every morning and evening. If you want to get away, this is a great place to relax and explore.
Ross C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Chad S.
3 December 2014
Happy Happy Happy
Wow! So secluded and quiet. There are few views in IL that can rival this one! This rental has it all. Clean, spacious, and so relaxing. You can see every star in the galaxy from the deck. The owners are awesome!
A perfect place to reconnect with family, friends, and nature.
Spent Memorial Day on the property with family and our friend's family. The drive up is gorgeous and the view from the living room is breathtaking. Perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee in the morning or for stargazing at night. Property was well kempt and the owner was very responsive anytime we had a question. It was an easy drive to the numerous sites in the Shawnee National Forest. We would definitely stay here again and we would recommend this property to anyone interested in spending quality time with friends or family.
Pholaphat I.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
6/10 Okay
Danita L.
24 October 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Not comfy
Couch was dirty, stained, a/c broke down but fixed in a few hours. Also couch was so soft it hurt our backs.
Danita L.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
3 December 2014
The perfect indoor and outdoor space for any age.
The layout of this house is perfect for 2 -3 families. The inside space is lovely and cozy, and the outside property is wonderful for exploring without even driving anywhere. I don't think you can get any more privacy or access to such beautiful private bluffs and forest trails than here. We hosted a family reunion with people coming from all over the country. The huge balcony with a spectacular view was perfect for the family photo and for relaxing. A short drive gets you to the Shawnee Canopy Tour zip line, several forest hikes, and at least 5 wineries. We could not have asked for a more perfect location or living space than Rock Ridge! Also the property manager was very accommodating and available to answer all of our questions .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Cathy K.
7 June 2015
Beautiful View
We stayed in this beautiful home over Memorial Day Weekend. The home was gorgeous and full of space. Very clean! We just loved the view from all of the windows. Enjoyed the peace and quiet and a bonus was being able to fish in the private pond. Thank you Mary for all of your help. The only negative is the top floor loft bedroom does not have privacy. The stairs leading up to the loft opens directly into the bedroom and there are no curtains on any of the windows up there. (just a note, so multiple couples as we had can be informed).
The view is amazing. There's everything you could need at the cabin. Make sure to drive up slowly and take in the amazing view!!! We absolutely LOVED our stay.
Amazing house, with the most beautiful scenery. Pictures just don't really show how beautiful it is. Setting on the deck and being able to see a Hummingbird, bats and a blue tailed skink. Overall everything was great. A few housekeeping issues in the kitchen. I would definitely stay here again.
Beautiful house and surroundings, great for family time in Shawnee
Excellent house, beautiful grounds with an outstanding view. Everything we needed. Hosts responded very quickly to any questions we had. Great time for relaxing and seeing the area.
This house had everything we needed for a Father’s Day getaway. Peace and quiet enjoy fishing and the scenic views. Even the neighbors was nice. Love it! And very clean!!
The property is beautiful. Sitting on the decks in the evening and hearing the sounds of nature was so relaxing. The home was spotless, and had everything we needed. Great location for hiking and biking!
Our stay was absolutely amazing! The property is huge and maintained and the house is clean and updated. We couldn’t have loved our stay any more! The kids were able to play outside safely while we prepared dinner with the kitchen situated perfectly. We were perfectly located to take drives within 30 min to many of the state parks. We checked out Ferne Clyffe and Giant City. We also picked our own strawberries at hallsberry Farms, and walked the boardwalk at Section8 woods to check out the cypress swamp. We also got to spend ample time at the property to enjoy the pond and the views and dinners together! We didn’t have a single issue that we needed to contact the property managers but I have no question in my mind they would have been attentive to any issue we had based on their attention to detail in the house! Our trip was short but packed with so many great memories and we can’t wait to return to this property again!