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Relaxing Unique Cave Creek Cabin 2 in Shawnee near Alto Pass and Bald Knob Cross

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Kitchen and dining area view from entry.
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Kitchen area with large island has seating for 4.  Custom wood counter tops.
View from deck access door.
Dining area trestle table seats 8 comfortably

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Alto Pass, IL
  • Giant City State Park
  • Von Jakob Winery & Brewery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Peachbarn Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cape Girardeau, MO (CGI-Cape Girardeau Municipal)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Family Area

1 Double Sofa Bed

Great Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Relaxing Unique Cave Creek Cabin 2 in Shawnee near Alto Pass and Bald Knob Cross

Cave Creek is a peaceful little stream running through our wooded property. Sit at the drink rail on the upper deck and let the relaxing sounds of the creek ease your cares away.

Conveniently located on the western edge of the Shawnee Wine Trail, our cabin is close to the many activities, wineries, breweries or restaurants the region has to offer. Enjoy the orchard blooms in the spring and in summer and fall, the bountiful harvest is available at the orchard stores. Our cabin offers the perfect accommodations for a family reunion, pre-wedding event, wedding weekend or a quite, relaxing getaway with friends.

Beautiful artisan crafted wood features and furniture made from reclaimed wood throughout make the cabin unique. The comfort of our guests is foremost in our minds. The cabin is multi level with two large covered decks overlooking Cave Creek so you can enjoy relaxing outdoors even on a rainy day. A spacious 1500 sq ft, the cabin can sleep up to 8 guests, has a full kitchen stocked with cookware and dinnerware. The kitchen, dining area for 8, and living area with gas fireplace, recliner and HD-TV are located on the entry level. A bedroom, with very comfortable queen bed, a full bath and a sleeper sofa are located on each level.

The large family area, featuring board games and game table, satellite, HD-TV, DVD/CD player are located on the lower level. With a bedroom and full bath on each level, our cabins are perfect for multi couples or families. Our showers have great water pressure, too!

Luxurious linens and bath towels provided. Soap, shampoo, paper products and some cleaning supplies available. Large vanities in the bath and hair dryers for our guest's needs.

A dusk to dawn security light illuminates the parking area and cabin entry. A fire pit and grilling area (charcoal grill) are located on the creek side of the cabin. Relax around a crackling fire, take a leisurely walk on the quite lane or have a seat on the covered decks listening to the creek as it passes by.

Just north of Alto Pass, off Highway 127 on a quiet country lane, our property is located in the midst of orchard property making it a tranquil setting. There's tons of great hiking trails or good fishing nearby. You can take a pottery class, zip line through the Shawnee canopy, learn to repel at the state park or you could just relax while sipping some locally crafted wine or brews. Take a short drive to the Bald Knob Cross of Peace, located on the most prominent elevation in So. Illinois, for a multi state view or unforgettable sunrise.

Property manager

Roger
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervision required. Stairs and access to water.
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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
Guest Required to Sign Renter agreement. Security Deposit Required of $300. A cancellation fee may apply. Minimum age to rent is 21.
No Smoking. No Parties. No Pets. No Third Party Renters. No Illegal activities.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alto Pass

Located in Alto Pass, this cabin is in a rural area. General John A. Logan Museum and African American Museum of Southern Illinois are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Von Jakob Winery & Brewery and Peachbarn Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alto Pass, IL

What's nearby

  • Von Jakob Winery & Brewery - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Peachbarn Winery - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Pomona Winery - 23 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 28 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 37 min drive - 32.3 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 28 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Iron Whisk Bistro & Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Fuzzy's Tavern - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Ridge Vineyard - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Alto Vineyards - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Peach Barn Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Unique Cave Creek Cabin 2 in Shawnee near Alto Pass and Bald Knob Cross pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Unique Cave Creek Cabin 2 in Shawnee near Alto Pass and Bald Knob Cross?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Unique Cave Creek Cabin 2 in Shawnee near Alto Pass and Bald Knob Cross?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Unique Cave Creek Cabin 2 in Shawnee near Alto Pass and Bald Knob Cross located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Shawnee National Forest, Von Jakob Winery & Brewery and Peachbarn Winery. Cave Hollow Trailhead and Kite Hill Vineyards are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay for everything Shawnee Hills has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

Very clean and well equipped,

Great place to stay,

10/10 Excellent

Sadie M.

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

Great Experience!

Everything was clean, well stocked, and the location was beautiful. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

Perfect as always

Our 5th year and a family tradition that we look forward to every year. Beautiful cabin, close to great hiking, and super clean with all the amenities for home away from home. Thank you as always for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tammi W.

This is a GREAT place to relax

These cabins are so beautiful! - the wood absolutely shines. We have stayed several times at these cabins (we always try to book them both at the same time), and have never been disappointed. They are always clean, very well stocked with kitchen essentials and toiletries. The beds are very comfortable We bring a different group with us each time and they are all amazed at what the owner provides for our use. The wood pile is always well stocked and they even provide charcoal and fluid for the grill!! These cabins are truly a peaceful retreat!! There is even a stream!

10/10 Excellent

Lynn N.

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

Secluded, Peaceful, Scenic Stay

Gorgeous cabin. Really enjoyed the decks and watching the leaves fall and hearing the peaceful sound of the creek. Two story cabin with living areas on both floors is great when staying with friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Great Place for a friends weekend

These cabins were the perfect setting for our friends weekend. Wineries and restaurants close by, we enjoyed the fire pit area, and we had room to stretch out and feel at home. This has become an annual tradition of ours, and I foresee us staying here for years to come.
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Great setting for a relaxing weekend!

Very nice property. Cabin is well stocked and clean. We really appreciated how nice the towels and sheets were. We will be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Great cabin very cozy. Environment very peaceful. Easy access. Had a great weekend. Great place to relax

Cave Cabin meet all my expectations. Had a great weekend Cabin is well furnished Host have thought of everything. Great place to stay. Very quiet and relaxing. Exceptionally clean.
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10/10 Excellent

GABRIEL E.

Cave Creek Cabins

Great cabin, owners are amazing. Will always stay here for my anual trips to the area. Thank you for always making us feel right at home. We’ll see you next year God willing. Thank you so much.
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10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Creekside Cabin

Wonderful cabin nestled in the woods. Great for families or groups. Close to many Southern IL attractions- hiking trails, lakes, orchards, wineries and dining. We loved this place and plan to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Cozy and with everything we needed

We booked both cabins for a friends getaway. The generous accommodations had plenty of room for everyone to have enough space, enjoy their quiet, and spend time together. The location is convenient to the outdoor activities we had planned for and plenty of restaurants. We will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Wonderful cabin in the woods

We enjoyed our stay thoroughly, the cabin was lovely and had everything we needed. We will likely stay here again when back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The best

Best place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Cartha F.

Awesome stay!

Three couples stayed in cabin 2 for 2 nights! We had everything we needed. It was very cozy and relaxing. Good times. Great friends. Amazing food and wine🍷So glad we found Cave Creek Cabins!

10/10 Excellent

Kristine J.

Beautiful cabin in a peaceful setting

The cabin was beautifully furnished and well-stocked. Could have easily stayed a week!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

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

The cabin and surrounding area are just so relaxing and beautiful

One of the easiest rentals ever. Loved this cabin so much took pictures to decorate my home
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

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

Twitchell Stay 8/7 - 8/10

We had a very pleasant experience with the accommodations. It was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. It was a great getaway for our entire family and would come back again without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Awesome cabin and location!

The location in the woods with the creek running behind it is incredible! Cabin was very clean. Kitchen stocked with lots of pots, pans and utensils. Bath linens very nice and beds very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel E.

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

Best time ever

Roger and Shirley are the best. They are so accommodating, the property is always superb. Can’t wait to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

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

Relaxing and peaceful

The cabin was very clean and beautiful. They had everything you could think of for your stay and it was fully stocked. We will definitely be back, hopefully we can get both cabins for all of our family to join us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Christina T.

It was wonderful

My sister and I had a "sister's weekend" and it was wonderful. The hiking and breweries were fun. The cabin really made the trip great. It was so comfortable and had everything we needed to have a perfect weekend. Sitting out on the deck after an activity filled day. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

Our 3rd amazing stay

A hidden gem. We have loved each of our stays at this beautiful cabin. So clean and comfortable, compete with every amenity. Thank you for another amazing stay. See you next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Selena H.

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

Highly Recommend. It’s perfect for disconnecting and relaxing.

This was our first time staying at Cave Creek Cabins but won’t be our last. The cabins are perfectly nestled in the woods and provide a quiet, relaxed place to unwind and disconnect. The cabins were so clean and provided extra amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Stay in May 2023

Very clean and had all items needed for a nice sesu
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Roger

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Raised in rural Southern Illinois in a family that loved to camp and fish, I enjoyed the beauty of this region long before attending Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. In adult life, I've been both a home builder and a woodworker. I also love good wine, good food and meeting people. And that's how the vision for Cave Creek Cabin emerged. The home builder designed the cabins for comfort and function. The woodworker wanted the beautiful wood features. But mostly, I wanted a great place for people to gather, relax and make great memories.

Why they chose this property

Your home away from home! We created a cabin where you can be comfortable and relax, with quality that will make you want to come back. We want to become your next Happy Place and can't wait to host you.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests