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On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower

Alto Pass vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alto Pass, IL
  • Place, Peachbarn Winery
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Giant City State Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Girardeau, MO (CGI-Cape Girardeau Municipal)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the area

Alto Pass

In Alto Pass .You'll find Shawnee National Forest and Peachbarn Winery within a 15-minute walk of this Alto Pass vacation home. 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 - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Giant City State Park - 24 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 26 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Southeast Missouri State University - 41 min drive - 63.1 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 42 min drive - 69.0 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 30 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 46 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 - ‬12 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.

On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower

The Quetil Trail Guesthouse is located on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, walking distance to Hedman Vineyards (0.5 mi) and Alto Vineyards (0.7 mi), and only 15 minutes from Giant City State Park. Two Bedrooms (Queen beds in each) and a fold out queen couch in the living room to sleep 6.

Sit on the patio and enjoy the afternoon sun, or watch the River to River hikers walk by. Walk to Grammer's market for basic grocery supplies or stroll over to the Rootbeer Saloon for a cool afternoon treat.

The property is conveniently located close to area wineries, Giant City State Park, and other attractions and beauty unique to Southern Illinois. Nearby towns include Cobden, Goreville, Anna, Jonesboro, Alto Pass, Makanda, Dongola, Carbondale, Marion, Vienna, Carterville, Herrin, and Murphysboro.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed in outdoor areas.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Early Check-Ins and Late Check-Outs pending availability. Please inquire if interested.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Parties and events need to be pre-approved.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed in outdoor areas.

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: 12
Note from host: Parties and events need to be pre-approved.
Long-term renters welcome
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12. Note from host: Parties and events need to be pre-approved. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower to the airport?

This vacation home is 28.7 mi (46-min drive) away from the Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower to the beach?

This vacation home is 16.4 mi (35-min drive) from Campground Beach.

Does On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower to downtown Alto Pass?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Alto Pass.

On the Wine Trail - Minutes to Giant City, Shawnee Forest, SIU - Amazing Shower Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 186 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy & Janice H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great comfortable location for exploring the wine trail! Accommodations were as described plus some nice extras provided by our host. Thanks Steve!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is wonderful! The host is super nice. It's very clean and comfortable. The outdoor patio area was great for relaxing and enjoying the weather. We had an amazing stay! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

S Dianne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was really nice just like the pictures. Loved the shower and it was so close to the wedding venue we could walk. We truly enjoyed our stay and how you sent us all the information so quickly. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was absolutely fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very accommodating, fit us in last minute which gave us more time to see the sites. The beds were so comfy and the bathroom was a dream for a rental. Lots of room to spread out. The proximity to the Wine trail was a big plus after hiking all day we could visit close to our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicole G.

Great Location and fully equipped

Very nice place and great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Great house and location

Loved the proximity to and convenience of local restaurants and hiking. Will definitely stay here again. Property is clean with all the needed amenities and extra touches of a great vrbo rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

A short vacation….

We wanted a good central location for our time in wine country. This place was perfect…and we were able to check out several Wineries during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thadd W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the proximity to the vineyards, Shawnee Forest, and SIU campus. Having a very nice bourbon bar close by was also a plus. We enjoyed being able to relax in comfort after an active day
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodations were just what we needed for our trip to Shawnee National Forest. Very convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time here and we will be back! Love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristal A.

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

Great space for a getaway

We enjoyed our stay and the landlord is exceptionally friendly. The cabin is clean and environment was quiet and enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

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

Great little place to get away

Not the first time I have stayed here. Great little place. Very close to lots of things to do. I am sure I will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Hiking and winery

Great centraized location for visiting winery trail and hikes like Little Grand canyon
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany T.

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

Great little getaway!

Loved the home! Bed was SO comfy and the shower was amazing! Must go see the Bald Knob Cross if you visit! We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

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

Terrific

This property helped make for an excellent trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

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

Nice Place

Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Nice rental

Close to wineries, excellent shower, nice amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

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

Nice little pace in a great location

Nice little place with a lot of amenities for the guests. Located in the middle of a lot of things to do. Wine Tour, Hiking or biking. We enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Genevieve T.

It was a clean home. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirk A.

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

Alto Pass

Great place and great location. Close to many things.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Shawnee Trip

Property was as described. Great location for the wine trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Alto Pass was a nice surprise!

Lovely place. Host was very helpful. Affordable and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the coziness and comfort. A few minutes walk to a nice trail and in the center of a quiet and quaint small town. Mr. Young is one of the best hosts that I have had the pleasure of working with and we are repeat customers. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Weston M.

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

Great Spot!

Perfect basecamp for exploring Shawnee National Forest. Host was friendly and responsive. Public trail across the street was a great way to start the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024