Rated#1 Big Sky Cabin! Hot Tub! On the Wine Trail! Pool Table! Fire Pit!

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 163000 sq ft

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Parking available
Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Free WiFi

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Alto Pass, IL

Pomona Winery
‪19 min drive‬
Giant City State Park
‪41 min drive‬
Southern Illinois University
‪41 min drive‬
Carbondale, IL (MDH-Southern Illinois)
‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

4 Bedroom
Large deck
11 minutes to Alto Vineyards
High Speed Internet
Private Location
* 9 minutes to Havisham Wedding Venue and Bourbon Bar

THE PROPERTY

Surrounded by 4000 acres of Lush Shawnee Forest Big Sky Cabin sits on 20 acres of land. Secluded and Private this home welcomes you for a peaceful retreat. The home boasts all wood floors and tons of windows that provide scenic views and natural light. The large deck is the perfect place to hang and have a glass of wine. Large Fire Pit Overlooking Green Hills and Large Pine Trees.

The open living room flows into the kitchen and dining room, perfect for entertaining guests and socializing. The living room has a nice sectional sofa and a TV with DVD. The Kitchen/dining area has a 14 foot Farm Table.

The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances and modern essentials. Prepare a delicious home-cooked meal with ease. Farm Table can sit up to 14 people.
Play a game of pool and Pac-man-Donkey Kong-Galaga ! The game room has big windows everywhere with connecting Deck. Large Sofa and BIG TV for movies at night! Wood Burning Fireplace!

4 cozy bedrooms with enough room in the home to sleep 20. The master bedroom includes a queen bed, an en-suite bathroom with shower and Jaczzui. The rest of the bedrooms have queen beds and are very cozy.

THE LOCATION

From this serene location, you'll be ideally situated to discover all that Alto Pass has to offer! From wine tasting, to boating, hiking and more, you'll never be short of things to do and places to discover.

Wine enthusiasts will be in paradise, with more than 15 wineries in the area to visit. Plus new Craft Microbreweries!
La Rue Pine Hills is roughly a 15-minute drive away, where you can spend sunny afternoons and hiking beside marvelous 2 million year-old sandstone bluffs. For a day on the water on the water check out Little Grassy lake were you can rents boats and Kayaks

Please bring your own Firewood! Thanks Brian

*COFFEE MAKER
*BIG FLUFFY TOWELS
*HIGH QUALITY BED LINENS
*LEATHER SOFAS
*SEATING FOR 20
*FULL QUALITY COOKING KITCHEN
*AMAZING VIEWS FROM ALL DIRECTIONS

Property manager

Brian Stone

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 and a deadlock

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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. Peachbarn Winery and Pomona Winery 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

Pomona Winery - 19 min drive - 9.6 km
Von Jakob Winery & Brewery - 21 min drive - 12.3 km
Little Grand Canyon Trail Trailhead - 30 min drive - 15.0 km
Giant City State Park - 41 min drive - 22.3 km
Southern Illinois University - 41 min drive - 29.5 km

Getting around

Carbondale Station - 34 min drive
Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

‪Hickory Ridge Vineyard - ‬15 min drive
‪Alto Vineyards - ‬18 min drive
‪Peach Barn Cafe - ‬16 min drive
‪Abbey Ridge Brewery & Tap Room - ‬20 min drive
‪Mase's Place - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rated#1 Big Sky Cabin! Hot Tub! On the Wine Trail! Pool Table! Fire Pit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rated#1 Big Sky Cabin! Hot Tub! On the Wine Trail! Pool Table! Fire Pit!?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rated#1 Big Sky Cabin! Hot Tub! On the Wine Trail! Pool Table! Fire Pit!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rated#1 Big Sky Cabin! Hot Tub! On the Wine Trail! Pool Table! Fire Pit! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is steps from Shawnee National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Peachbarn Winery and Pomona Winery. Von Jakob Winery & Brewery and Cave Hollow Trailhead are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kelley T.

12 Feb 2025

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

Weekend Getaway

This was our second time visiting this property. The seclusion and nature is what sold this property to me. It was nice to spend quality family time relaxing, playing lots of pool, cooking and some hot tub time. We will definitely be back!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

8 Dec 2024

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

Great weekend!

We had a great weekend at Big Sky Cabin! It was very clean and a wonderful setup for reconnecting with friends. Very easy communication with the owner. We would stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

15 Oct 2024

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

Girls Trip-Wine Tour & Hiking

Great location for what we were looking for. The house was excellent with lots of room. Loved the hot tub and family room with pool table. We saw the Northern Lights while there....bonus.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

26 Nov 2024

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

Deer Widow Weekend

Found this property while looking for places to stay near Alto Pass. Was a great cabin! Tucked far enough away from people but close to the wineries! The host Brian was over the top accommodating! We will definitely stay at his properties again!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

18 Nov 2016

Great getaway spot in the middle of the wineries!

The cabin and surrounding property was beautiful! The owner was very helpful suggesting different wineries and restaurants to try.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tanna B.

11 Sept 2017

Big sky cabin was great! Nice and clean, comfortable, easy to find!

We had my sister's bachelorette party on the southern Illinois wine trail, and stayed at big sky, which was a perfect location for our big group!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

23 Apr 2024

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

Ladies Weekend

Our stay was great! Can't say enough about the cabin or the owner's responsiveness and care. I highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda E.

19 Sept 2024

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

Super peaceful

We really enjoyed the seclusion and privacy as well as the peace and quiet. But we also felt safe and secure. The host was accessible and great with communication. We highly recommend Big Sky Cabin!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

14 Apr 2024

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

Beautiful Property

This is a beautiful property, and very quiet. Excellent communication with the property owner. We will definitely be going back.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

18 Jul 2024

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

Sisters vaca

We had a couple of hiccups during our stay. Brian was very, very helpful and kind.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hailey B.

14 Oct 2024

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

Beautiful weekend getaway!!

We absolutely loved the Big Sky cabin and are already planning our next trip back. It was such a relaxing weekend. We loved the property and the fire pit was really fun for our chill friend’s weekend. The home itself was clean the hot tub was really relaxing. Brian was very responsive and easy to talk to, making the entire trip stress free. If you are looking for a calm weekend getaway with friends or family do yourself a favor and book the Big Sky Cabin!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

4 Nov 2019

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

great place for a group

The property is well maintained and updated. Communication with the owner was great. Close to the wine trail. We loved the well stocked kitchen and the great outdoor fire area. Highly recommend staying at this place.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elise H.

29 May 2024

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

Fun times!

We really enjoyed the property & having a fun oasis! The host was very helpful and communicable with my partner & I! Thank you for everything!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Linda B B.

11 Sept 2021

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

Quiet Getaway

Property very pretty. House is spacious and very clean. Very good amenities and up to date. Location is very remote.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

7 Oct 2024

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

Perfect Getaway

The family traveled down for some hiking and the wine trail experience. The house was perfect for us. When we were hanging at the house so many things to do with TV, pool table, darts, arcade games. The kitchen had all the essentials to cook dinner and breakfast when we didn't feel like leaving. So close to the wine trail which we did one day and a quick 2-hour trip to Garden of the Gods. We intend on returning next fall as there are many more places to hike and wineries to visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jami-Di G.

25 Jun 2021

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

Beautiful Property

Property manager had great communication. The property exceeded expectations. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Saige O.

7 Jul 2024

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

Lovely place !!

The property is beautiful and even prettier when the sun is setting ! Great for bigger families or friend groups! We celebrated my bestfriend’s little brother leaving for the navy at the end of the month. House has many games and other amenities to just enjoy each others company and not being stuck in a phone !!! 10/10 from us (:

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Greg O.

14 Oct 2019

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

Disliked: Location

Couples stay

This place works well for our three couples. Plenty of space. Clean. Nice setting although a bit isolated. Only problems were the internet was inconsistent and the tv remote did not work.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Maureen K.

23 Sept 2024

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

An okay stay

Everything was good except the kitchen. The cabinets need much attention, no kitchen towels, no tin foil and storage bags, dishwaher did not get dishes clean. Hot tub worked nicely!! Bath towels and bedding were very nice. Suggest supplying board games and card games. Pool table was great!! a few more board games and card games.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin E.

20 Oct 2019

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

Weekend Getaway

We loved our stay at the rental house. The property is huge and has a fire pit which we used every night. The house has great entertaining areas. We used the farm house table every night. Perfect for a group of friends. The wineries are about 10 minutes away from the house.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Greg O.

19 Oct 2018

Fairly well kept up, very distant from wine trail, comfortable.

A rather isolated location with plenty of room for our group of six. Every thing worked and there was plenty of things for meals and whatever. The outside grill was a mess and there is a leak under the kitchen sink. Otherwise the site was well cared for and well suited for our needs.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mallory J.

7 Dec 2017

Relaxing family get away

Great property. We stayed with 6 adults and 5 children ages 1-11 and it was comfortable for all of us. The kids were able to play safely. The 2 living areas were perfect for some quiet time. Brian was very accommodating, friendly and easy to work with. We were able to cook a thanksgiving meal and all eat together. It was perfect. The house was stocked with all essentials and we didn’t need a things. Very clean and comfortable. We’d definitely book again.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Valerie F., Sugar grove

14 Nov 2021

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

Above our Expectations!

We had 4 families from 3 states and chose this awesome property for a fantastic time together. We hiked nearby at Little Grand Canyon, visited wineries along the Shawnee Wine Trail and finished each day with a sunset then bonfire. There was a small neighborhood store with many supplies and a little longer drive to a Kroger for big trips. This property had plant of room for us to spread out. We prepared many meals including a Thanksgiving feast in the large kitchen. We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Big Sky and would absolutely recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Susan W.

10 Oct 2017

Excellent place to stay if you have a large group and want privacy.

This is a very nice place to stay with a large group. The game room has a pool table, one of the old video games and a large TV with lots of seating. The kitchen table was great for game playing. All the bedrooms had nice beds and end tables on each side of the bed. The master had it's own bathroom, which came in very handy with 7 women staying in the same place. There is a fire pit which we didn't get to use because it rained. If you are looking for solitude and room I would recommend this property.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christe C.

27 May 2022

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

Amazing stay!

My fiance (now husband) and I loved our weekend at this cabin, and we will be back! We had planned on bringing our kids, but it ended up being just us. The property has some amazing views, and we loved sitting out on the deck with our morning coffee and stargazing in the evening with some wine, listening to the frogs, crickets, and whippoorwills (note: bring insect repellent!) It was also awesome having a pool table and arcade game in the family room. We got married in the front yard early Sunday morning, just us, with only a minister and photographer, and we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful and serene setting. Many thanks to Brian for a wonderful weekend at this gorgeous place!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brian Stone

I am a graduate of SIU and now the proud owner of the Alto Wine Trail Loft & BIG SKY CABINS.

Why they chose this property

I have chosen this location because it is in the Heart of The Wine Trail & Shawnee National Forest. It is also a short drive to Southern Illinois University, Giant City, Cedar Lake, Alto Vineyards, Trails End Lodge, Hedman Orchard and Vineyard, Broken Wheel Ranch, Gity Stables, Rustle Hill Vineyard.

What makes this property unique

On the Wine Trail *In the heart of the Shawnee Forest *Less than a 3 miles from 3 vineyards.

Borders 4300 acres of the Shawnee forest. The most private cabin you can rent on the wine trail. Star gazing is 100% amazing.

Languages:

English

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

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2 bathrooms

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