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Betty's Vineyard House - On the Shawnee Wine Trail - Walk to/from the Winery!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 10 106.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Alto Pass, IL
- Peachbarn Winery17 min walk
- Giant City State Park
- Von Jakob Winery & Brewery5 min drive
- Cape Girardeau, MO (CGI-Cape Girardeau Municipal)63 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
Sleeper Sofa in Living Room
1 Queen Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Guest/Hall Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Betty's Vineyard House - On the Shawnee Wine Trail - Walk to/from the Winery!
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Shawnee National Forest behind the vineyard of Southern Illinois' oldest and most award-winning winery, Betty's Vineyard House is a private, 2 bedroom, 2 full bath home with all the amenities you'll need!
-Take a short stroll through the vineyard to Alto Vineyards winery or down the road to downtown Alto Pass, IL.
-Soak in views of the grape vines while relaxing in rocking chairs on the covered front porch, or gather around the dining table or fire pit on the large back deck facing the natural beauty of the forest.
-This tastefully decorated home includes a fully-equipped kitchen and sleeps at least 6 comfortably with a queen bed in each bedroom and a sofa sleeper in the living room.
-Come stay while celebrating events at Alto Vineyards, spending time in the state and national parks with family, or getting together and enjoying the wine trail with friends!
-Getting married?? Ask about pairing the guest house with your wedding at Alto Vineyards!
We welcome you to make Betty's Vineyard House your home away from home while you experience all the scenic, recreation, dining, winery, brewery, and shopping opportunities the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail and National Forest have to offer!
-Take a short stroll through the vineyard to Alto Vineyards winery or down the road to downtown Alto Pass, IL.
-Soak in views of the grape vines while relaxing in rocking chairs on the covered front porch, or gather around the dining table or fire pit on the large back deck facing the natural beauty of the forest.
-This tastefully decorated home includes a fully-equipped kitchen and sleeps at least 6 comfortably with a queen bed in each bedroom and a sofa sleeper in the living room.
-Come stay while celebrating events at Alto Vineyards, spending time in the state and national parks with family, or getting together and enjoying the wine trail with friends!
-Getting married?? Ask about pairing the guest house with your wedding at Alto Vineyards!
We welcome you to make Betty's Vineyard House your home away from home while you experience all the scenic, recreation, dining, winery, brewery, and shopping opportunities the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail and National Forest have to offer!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outdoors
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number HM-16077
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Alto Pass
Located in Alto Pass, this holiday home is in a rural area. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Alto Pass, IL
What's nearby
- Peachbarn Winery - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Von Jakob Winery & Brewery - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
- Owl Creek Vineyard - 24 min drive - 12.5 km
- Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 26 min drive - 17.0 km
- Southern Illinois University - 38 min drive - 33.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Fuzzy's Tavern - 15 min drive
- The Iron Whisk Bistro & Bar - 16 min drive
- Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - 23 min drive
- Hickory Ridge Vineyard - 22 min drive
- Alto Vineyards - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Beth Schroeder

Betty is our grandmother and the matriarch behind the formation of Alto Vineyards. Together with our grandfather, Guy, she was instrumental in starting the wine and grape industry in Southern Illinois. Her proudest achievement, though, was raising a big, beautiful family of 7 children that has now grown to include 18 grandchildren and 8 (and counting) great-grandchildren. Despite all of the commotion and hassle of caring for—and especially feeding!—such a large family, Betty always welcomed guests into her home. Whether they were Guy’s SIU colleagues, friends of her children, or students and visitors from all over the world, all had a place at the table and were made to feel at home. Betty was a patient, gentle, selfless and generous woman who saw so much beauty in the world and often remarked about how every living thing was extraordinary in its own way.
Why they chose this property
We built this home in 2010 and lived here until we "grew out of it" in 2015. It has been very well kept--we still love it and visit often! When we decided to open it up to guests, we named it after Grandma Betty in her honor and memory. While you are here visiting, we hope that you are able to relax and experience both the hospitality and the awe of our natural surroundings in the Shawnee National Forest that Betty shared with those around her every day!
What makes this property unique
Besides the location--super private but still just a short walk to the winery or the Village of Alto Pass--the home boasts an oversized back deck perfect for enjoying a glass of wine, cocktail, or beer with friends or just taking in the beauty of the surrounding forest. Prefer a view of the vineyard? Move around to the front porch rocking chairs to relax with a cup of coffee or tea as the wind breezes through the vines. Inside, sleek polished concrete floors and a bright interior ensure your stay will be clean and comfortable!
Languages:
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