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Crossview Cottage - Direct view of Bald Knob Cross

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bathrooms517 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Alto Pass, IL
  • Place, Peachbarn Winery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake of Egypt
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Girardeau, MO (CGI-Cape Girardeau Municipal)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alto Pass

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Alto Pass, steps from Shawnee National Forest and 6 minutes by foot from Peachbarn Winery. .This vacation home is 16.9 mi (27.1 km) from Southern Illinois University and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Von Jakob Winery & Brewery.

What's nearby

  • Peachbarn Winery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Southern Illinois University - 27 min drive - 20.7 miles
  • Giant City State Park - 28 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Century Casino & Hotel Cape Girardeau - 42 min drive - 39.5 miles
  • Lake of Egypt - 42 min drive - 43.1 miles

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 28 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fuzzy's Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Iron Whisk Bistro & Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Havisham Bourbon Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Pequena - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Crossview Cottage - Direct view of Bald Knob Cross

Crossview Cottage - Bungalow-Cottage-Private Bathroom-Landmark view

Escape the pace of everyday life and experience the beauty of Southern Illinois wine country at Crossview Cottage, a cozy retreat nestled on the grounds of The Peachbark Winery in Alto Pass.

Wake each morning to peaceful views of the surrounding vineyards and the iconic Bald Knob Cross. Spend your days exploring the Shawnee National Forest, visiting nearby wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and local attractions before returning to relax on your private screened-in porch with a glass of wine and a breathtaking sunset.

Inside, the cottage comfortably accommodates up to four guests. The upper level features a queen bedroom with a private bathroom and beautiful, direct views of Bald Knob Cross. Downstairs you'll find a private bedroom with a full-size bed, a fully stocked kitchen, a full bathroom, a comfortable sitting area, and a dining space, everything you need for a relaxing stay.

One of the things our guests love most is the chance to unplug. Crossview Cottage does not offer Wi-Fi, giving you the perfect excuse to disconnect from emails and endless scrolling and reconnect with nature, meaningful conversation, and a slower pace of life. Cell service is available for most major carriers if you need to stay connected.

Best of all, you're just steps from the winery. Stroll over for a wine tasting, enjoy seasonal events and live music, or simply unwind with a bottle of your favorite wine while overlooking the vineyards. With three wineries, a brewery, hiking, cycling, local artisans, and the scenic beauty of Shawnee Hills all nearby, Crossview Cottage is more than a place to stay, it's your home base for experiencing everything Alto Pass has to offer.

Whether you're planning a romantic weekend, a girls' getaway, a hiking adventure, or a relaxing wine country escape, Crossview Cottage invites you to slow down, savor the moment, and make lasting memories.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and rock climbing nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include a video library and mountain biking nearby.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 517 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

TheBittyHouse62905_149709

Crossview Cottage - Direct view of Bald Knob Cross Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, private, and perfect for one or two adults!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026