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* On the Wine Trail * Hot Tub * Wi-Fi *

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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  • Place, Peachbarn Winery
  • Place, Giant City State Park
  • Place, Von Jakob Winery & Brewery
  • Airport, Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

* On the Wine Trail * Hot Tub * Wi-Fi *

NEW HOT TUB, FIRE PIT AND DECK FOR 2021!

2 Minutes to Alto Vineyards!

Professionally Managed & Professionally Cleaned
Located on the Wine Trail The Alto Loft is the perfect property with plush amenities 3 minutes to Alto Vineyard. It’s a great spot for adventure seekers who want to check out Giant City and be in the heart of the wine trail.

Alto Loft is beautiful and relaxing... Perfect for a weekend getaway to spend with your partner or group of girlfriends for a wine weekend. We are located in the heart of the Shawnee Forest! Canoe Cedar Lake, zip line the Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour, bike Tunnel Hill or hike one of the many trails.

Completely Private & Modern

BEST LOCATION ON THE WINE TRAIL!*

*COFFEE MAKER

*BIG FLUFFY TOWELS

*HIGH QUALITY BED LINENS

*Leather Seating

*FULL QUALITY COOKING KITCHEN

FAQs:

1) What is the physical address? 5 Elm ST, alto pass, IL

2) Is this located in downtown Alto Pass Answer: Yes

3) Can we rent Sunday to Sunday or Saturday to Saturday? Answer: Yes, with only a few possible exceptions

4) What are check-in and check-out times? Answer: Standard check in: 4pm, and standard check out: 11am.

5) Can we have an early check-in, or late check-out? Answer: absolutely, provided the cleaning service allows, and other guests are not arriving(departing) the day you are departing(arriving)... just ask us.

6) Are linens and towels provided? yes. There is also a starter supply of paper products: paper towels, bath tissue

Did I miss anything? just ask :)

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Alto Pass

Located in Alto Pass, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. 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.
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Alto Pass, IL

What's nearby

  • Peachbarn Winery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Von Jakob Winery & Brewery - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Owl Creek Vineyard - 21 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort - 22 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 31 min drive - 28.7 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 28 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fuzzy's Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Iron Whisk Bistro & Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Ridge Vineyard - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Pequena - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is * On the Wine Trail * Hot Tub * Wi-Fi * pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at * On the Wine Trail * Hot Tub * Wi-Fi *?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at * On the Wine Trail * Hot Tub * Wi-Fi *?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is * On the Wine Trail * Hot Tub * Wi-Fi * located?

Located in the heart of Alto Pass, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Shawnee National Forest and Peachbarn Winery. Von Jakob Winery & Brewery is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 211 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 241 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean with a nice location on the wine trail.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

April L.

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

Great stay!

Property was just as described! Very centrally located on the wine trail and had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

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

Adorable!

Very cute place and great location to visit local wineries.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christel L.

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

Alto Pass Wine Loft

We had an awesome stay. The host had stocked kitchen with coffee and snacks, checked in with us, and everything was just as described. Nice location on the wine trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kalynn s.

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

Great girls weekend

We had a great time staying here. The property was beautiful, and Brian was very helpful when picking where to eat/wineries.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jody J.

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

Great location and place to stay on the wine trail!

2 of if stayed here on an extended stay. Comfortable and clean place to stay! and easy access to hiking, wineries, etc. was able to work from here with the wifi available. Enjoyed having the private patio with gas grill and gas fireplace.and hot tub! Would stay here again when back in the area if we can!
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Excellent place

My husband and I have stayed here twice now. Love the location and love the loft! It’s so cute, beds are comfy, hot tub and fire pit are great! Steve is quick to respond if we contact him. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti H.

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

Girls trip

The property was perfect ,with the highlight being the hot tub....what a lovely way to reconnect with my best friends for my birthday! We adored the boutique Karma...TERRIFIC
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carri S.

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

Great Girls Weekend!

This was the cutest little loft apartment for our girls trip! Had a great time and loved the firepit and hottub!! Great location and close to 3 wineries! The host Steven was very helpful with any questions or problems we had, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Very Impressive

This property was more impressive than we imagined. It was so quaint and romantic. We absolutely loved it, and it had everything we needed! We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

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

Amazing location and amenities

The Loft is easy to get to and get in. Alto Pass is a great little village. Duty’s Country Market is only steps away and offers everything one would need. The Loft is right on the wine trail, steps from a hiking trail, and an easy drive to most any local attraction. We’d stay here again, and again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Central Location for all interests

In the area for a wedding. Close to The Venue, several surrounding vineyards, fruit farms, trails, and outdoor activities. 7 minutes to Cobden, 17 Anna/ Jonesboro, 20 to Murphysboro or Carbondale. Beautiful area and perfect amenities. Comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alto Pass IL - Wine Trail

Brian was a great host. Always available to answer any questions. The building was wonderful! The patio, outdoor lights and hot tub were an extra plus. We brought our Coleman grill with for dinners. Plenty of kitchen supplies. My adult kids were very happy to see the wine glasses. Highly recommend Brian as a super host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

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

Great place to stay!

This place has two nice-sized bedrooms, comfy leather furniture in the living space, and ample space throughout. The hot tub was the perfect temperature and just a few steps out the sliding door on the secluded deck. The water pressure is good in the shower. The four of us had plenty of fluffy towels for the hot tub and the shower. The floors are a little creaky but expected in an old building. The location is great - just down the street from the bourbon bar (serves more than bourbon), and right on the wine trail. There is also a fairly flat trail nearby that is an easy walk. My husband and two teens had a good time and plan to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a lovely place to stay that we truly hope to return again someday. The hot tub was actually "hot" and the private outdoor space is nice with color changing lights and a firepit/grill available. There was a welcome snack basket when we arrived and the kitchen had everything you needed, including a stocked spice rack. Beds were comfortable and the air conditioning and Wi-Fi worked well. It's located on a quiet street off the main road. There is a small convenience store nearby and one restaurant with limited operating hours/days. We were able to visit wineries, orchards, and do some hiking in the area. The only downside of this location is that the surrounding area does not have many restaurants and many restaurants/wineries have their day off Monday/Tuesday. Regardless, we had a wonderful stay and would gladly return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is great! We had such a fun time staying here for a short getaway weekend. The place was spotless and comfortable. The amenities were perfect, and the owner was both very responsive and pleasant to communicate with. And definitely check out the bourbon bar across the street!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, close to most things. Very clean and had a fully stocked kitchen. Could have used a throw blanket, but otherwise everything we needed. There were no check out procedures listed anywhere, so it would be nice to have that visible in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Great Place to Stay

We were in the area for a wine tasting event and found the Alto Pass Wine Trail Loft to be the perfect place to stay. The rental was comfortable and well equipped and the location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect! The place is spacious, clean, stylish, comfy and classy! We are already planning a return! We visited Owl Creek, Also Pass and Von Jakob wineries, Flam's orchard and Alto Clay Works all so very close! I recommend hitting all those spots! The bar across the street looked very nice but we ran out if time and saved it for the next time! Don't hesitate to book this gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimbra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed this rental! Plenty of space for the 2 of us, great location for the wine trail, really enjoyed the hot tub. Space was updated and well stocked, very clean. Would recommend this to a couple or small family looking for a rental in this part of the state.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was just as described. Great location. We could walk to Havisham Bourbon Bar. We will definitely be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

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

Great rental in the Shawnee Forest

Great rental! Clean, well stocked, the kind of place that is even nicer than the pictures. If you want to visit the Shawnee Forest for hiking, wine tasting, or need a place near SIU, this is a great choice
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

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

Great place!

Property manager was very communicative when we had something come up last minute. Excellent customer service! Property was very clean, and well decorated. Several locations for food are very close, at least 1-2 in walking distance with good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terese B.

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

Nice rental

We were visiting family. Enjoyed the stay. It was clean and kitchen was well stocked. Beds were just ok. We are in our 60ies and would have like higher, softer beds. All around a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thank you for your hospitality and quick assistance to any need. The apartment was cozy, clean and comfortable. We enjoy very much our stay and would love to be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Steve Young

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My brother and I grew up in Southern Illinois, and could not wait to 'Get Out,' 'Escape,' and go to the big city. I went to school in Chicago at the Illinois Institute of Technology, and left Southern Illinois far behind. I thought this was great.

Both my brother and I had very successful careers. His in the IT world of Virtualization, and I in the online advertising, marketing, and market research world catering to big pharma. In a normal year, both of us would fly 125,000+ miles and see many places, countries and sites. Working with clients al over the country and beyond.

As we grew older and our 'success' continued we felt more and more that something was missing. We began to yearn for the hills of Southern Illinois, the slower pace of life, and the people we left behind more and more.

I 2013, I came home for a few weeks to help my mother move my father into a nursing home. After this was completed I flew to Milan for business, and on my way back I received a call that my mother had had a stroke. This was a life changing event for boh my brother and I, and I never really went back to Asheville, NC.

Our father spent the year getting worse, and our Mother spent the year getting better. When my father died in December of 2013, I decided to 'officially' move to Southern Illinois, and my brother to nearby Southeast Missouri in order to spend more time with our mother and be closer with family. I also made the decision to leave the company I worked for and do something simpler, and local to Southern Illinois.

June 1st, 2014 I started my company with the goal to create vacation rental homes in Southern Illinois and help the area grow tourism. Southern Illinois is a beautiful and special place, and I would like to share it with as many people as possible.

In the Summer of 2021, my brother decided to purchase a vacation rental and join me on my adventure. I now manage the day to day operations and we both work on our houses together.

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