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Enter a charming stone building with a beautifully framed door, featuring a grid pattern and lantern-style lights on either side.
Relax in this inviting living space with a sofa, armchair, and dining table, surrounded by artwork and a potted plant.
Staircase leads to a dining area with a table and chairs.
Restful retreat with a neatly made bed and a woven headboard.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a gas stove, microwave, and refrigerator, plus a convenient island with bar stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Alto Pass, IL
  • Peachbarn Winery
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Giant City State Park
  • Von Jakob Winery & Brewery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cape Girardeau, MO (CGI-Cape Girardeau Municipal)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alto Pass

In Alto Pass .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Shawnee National Forest and 2 miles (3 km) of Peachbarn Winery with a stay here. Von Jakob Winery & Brewery is within 3 miles (5 km) and Owl Creek Vineyard is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Peachbarn Winery - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Von Jakob Winery & Brewery - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Owl Creek Vineyard - 23 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 25 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 37 min drive - 17.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Iron Whisk Bistro & Bar - ‬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

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Bicycles

Safety features

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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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

  • No pets 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, to the airport?

This cottage is 28.5 mi (45-min drive) away from the Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, to the beach?

This cottage is 16.5 mi (40-min drive) from Campground Beach.

Does Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

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.

Is there free parking at Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Wine/Bourbon Trail Carriage House, Cozy, Clean, Hiking, Shawnee Nat'l Forest, to downtown Alto Pass?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Alto Pass.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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