Historic Home, Modern & Charming Decor, Wine Trail, Private Rental

Alto Pass, Illinois

$318 avg/night

Overview

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Bath

Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Max Sleeps

Description

Where 1892 meets modern luxury in a vacation home rental, located in Alto Pass, Illinois. We are in the heart of the southern Illinois wine trail and just a few miles from Bald Knob Cross, gorgeous hiking areas and bike trails. You will love Havisham House. This house holds historic charm and is tastefully decorated. Very clean, spacious and private. You don't just get one room, you have the entire home.
This stately Main House offers two beautiful bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a full kitchen, parlor, living room, formal dining room, breakfast/sun room and a spacious and relaxing covered front porch. The living room has private doors, a gas fireplace and comfortable queen sleeper sofa. Main House sleeps up to 6 adults. Not a child-friendly home, only due to antiques, hardwood floors and staircase. But, we definitely allow children.
Havisham Bourbon, Brew & Spirits is adjacent to this property. They serve food, wine, cocktails, beer & have over 300 whiskies in stock. See website: havishamhouse.com
Why did we name it Havisham House Have you read Great Expectations by Charles Dickens Main character, Miss Havisham, lived in the Satis House, a ruined mansion. This property immediately reminded me of this classic novel when we found it in 2015… abandoned and heavily damaged from a severe tornado. (Please see before pictures at havishamhouse.com.) Even with its extensive damage, we fell in love with this property and had great expectations for its rescue. We think you will truly enjoy your stay as you make wonderful memories in southern Illinois. We know you will love Havisham House as much as we do.

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Features

PETS

No Pets Allowed
DINING

Dining Table
SAFETY

Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
BEDROOM

2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
KITCHEN

Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
LAUNDRY

Near Laundromat
PARKING

Onsite Parking
INTERNET

Free WiFi
OUTDOORS

Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Patio
BATHROOMS

1.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
LANGS SPOKEN

English
THINGS TO DO

Bicycle On Site Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Hunting Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby
ENTERTAINMENT

Books DVD Player Games TV
LIVING SPACES

Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
CLIMATE CONTROL

Air Conditioning Heating
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

Near A Hospital
SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

Iron/ironing Board
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

Smoke-free Property

Check-in : 03:00 PM Check-out : 11:00 AM

No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed

Max occupancy : 6

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Review

James R.
Submitted Sep 1, 2025

Stayed Aug 29, 2025

Lovely place and great location, make sure you also visit the Havisham bourbon bar. Awesome place as well
Meg N.
Submitted Apr 9, 2024

Stayed Apr 5, 2024

Lovely home. Close to some great walks and welcoming people. Comfy beds. Thank you so much for hosting us!
tammy e.
Submitted Nov 6, 2023

Stayed Nov 3, 2023

we had a wonderful time at your property!
Alec W.
Submitted Nov 2, 2022

Stayed Oct 28, 2022

Small group of friends getting away for the weekend. Great location for seeing the beauty of southern Illinois. Jerry and Nick were great hosts and we loved the new bourbon bar as well. Would definitely go back.
Cindy Q.
Submitted Oct 3, 2022

Stayed Oct 1, 2022

The house is gorgeous! Owners Jerri and Nick couldn’t be nicer were there for us, answered every question and went out of their way to make our stay a perfect one. Loved every minute will be back!!!!
Alice J.
Submitted Sep 30, 2022

Stayed Sep 23, 2022

Loved our stay. Rented the house and carriage house. Exceptional opportunity for our family! Thank you for being a wonderful host.
Becky W.
Submitted Jul 14, 2022

Stayed Jul 9, 2022

I found this place online and planned our whole weekend around this home. This is not a place you just stop and sleep; this is a place that you make your whole weekend about. I did have to admit to my husband how much he spent on this place. My excuse was “it was less than the Peabody”. Of all the homes, places, rentals I have stayed in over the past fourteen years of traveling - this has been my favorite. I believe it will be hard to top.
Jonathan K.
Submitted Jun 30, 2022

Stayed Jun 24, 2022

The property has lots of space and living areas, making it easy to gather with friends or spread out for privacy. The large covered patio can be enjoyed in any weather. The house is beautifully renovated and very well maintained. There are many delicate decorations so definitely go outside if you want to throw a ball around.
Mark C.
Submitted May 1, 2022

Stayed Apr 29, 2022

This 1890's home and grounds has been beautifully restored with love and detail. Whether you need a quiet weekend staying in with your loved one or exploring the wine trail, this is the home for you. My wife and I had a wonderful time staying here for the weekend. We enjoyed the majority of it inside the Havisham House. We will definitely be back. M&K. Paducah, KY.
Rachel B.
Submitted Apr 22, 2022

Stayed Apr 20, 2022

This is a beautiful home that’s centrally located to all the wineries. We had a blast and the owners were wonderful! Highly recommend.