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Betty's Vineyard House - On the Shawnee Wine Trail - Walk to/from the Winery!

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A deck with a table and chairs, a covered grill, and a house in the background.
A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a dining table with benches.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with blinds, a door, and a rug.
A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A sign for Betty's Vineyard House in a grassy field with a white fence and a clear sky.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Sleeper Sofa in Living Room

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest/Hall Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Betty's Vineyard House - On the Shawnee Wine Trail - Walk to/from the Winery!

Nestled in the rolling hills of the Shawnee National Forest behind the vineyard of Southern Illinois' oldest and most award-winning winery, Betty's Vineyard House is a private, 2 bedroom, 2 full bath home with all the amenities you'll need!

-Take a short stroll through the vineyard to Alto Vineyards winery or down the road to downtown Alto Pass, IL.
-Soak in views of the grape vines while relaxing in rocking chairs on the covered front porch, or gather around the dining table or fire pit on the large back deck facing the natural beauty of the forest.
-This tastefully decorated home includes a fully-equipped kitchen and sleeps at least 6 comfortably with a queen bed in each bedroom and a sofa sleeper in the living room.
-Come stay while celebrating events at Alto Vineyards, spending time in the state and national parks with family, or getting together and enjoying the wine trail with friends!
-Getting married?? Ask about pairing the guest house with your wedding at Alto Vineyards!

We welcome you to make Betty's Vineyard House your home away from home while you experience all the scenic, recreation, dining, winery, brewery, and shopping opportunities the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail and National Forest have to offer!
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking permitted outdoors

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number HM-16077
Property # 1358695vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 a rural area. 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. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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Alto Pass, IL

What's nearby

  • Peachbarn Winery - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 25 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Giant City State Park - 26 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Century Casino & Hotel Cape Girardeau - 40 min drive - 63.1 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 41 min drive - 69.0 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 28 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fuzzy's Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Iron Whisk Bistro & Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Havisham Bourbon Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fork & Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Pequena - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Betty's Vineyard House - On the Shawnee Wine Trail - Walk to/from the Winery! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Betty's Vineyard House - On the Shawnee Wine Trail - Walk to/from the Winery!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Betty's Vineyard House - On the Shawnee Wine Trail - Walk to/from the Winery!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Betty's Vineyard House - On the Shawnee Wine Trail - Walk to/from the Winery!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Betty's Vineyard House - On the Shawnee Wine Trail - Walk to/from the Winery! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Shawnee National Forest and Peachbarn Winery. Von Jakob Winery & Brewery is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, pet friendly and there were many nearby sights to see and activities to do. We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, peaceful setting. House is immaculately clean and well stocked. Everything was comfortable. Perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a perfect little house for a weekend getaway or a wedding weekend in Alto Pass!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very comfortable, and the host was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have stayed here several times. It is always clean and comfortable. Thank you for another wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean and private property. Stocked with everything you’d need. You can walk to Alto winery. Short drive to many breweries. Great and easy communication with owners! Easy check in!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing! My husband and friends spent the weekend here for the Dirty South and it was perfect. Great location just steps from the winery! We are already thinking of our next trip back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and relaxing stay. We visited with our pups and
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I found this rental perfect for our stay. It was close to some state parks for the hiking we wanted to do. The bathrooms and kitchen were very well stocked with everything we needed. The rental was very nicely decorated. Beth was very good communicating with us as well. We would definitely recommend staying at Betty’s.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful place to stay! It was so clean and well-kept! Beds were comfortable, there were lots of amenities, and we loved being able to walk to the winery right next-door. The area is very quiet and peaceful. Owner was extremely helpful and responsive. Loved this stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful peaceful property. Attention to detail and good communication. Internet is a bit patchy but plenty to do and see in the area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and very stocked, and pet friendly.Very cozy and clean and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

Great location, very clean, has everything you need, and super friendly hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful stay, clean and convenient! Our pups loved the secluded, large yard. Beautiful location and the hosts are very responsive! Amazing hiking very nearby too. We had a great time, will definitely be returning!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house, the location, the host — everything was perfect. We stayed here for my son’s wedding and couldn’t be happier with our experience. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was centrally located to hiking and wineries. It was in a very quiet location and the host, Beth, provided everything we needed. We were happy they were dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay.

Wonderful place with great amenities. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this home! Everything was very clean and thoughtfully arranged for comfort. The beds and pillows were perfect! The kitchen/great room is so nice-lots of natural light. The host was so very friendly and accommodating. We will return to this house in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was very clean, loved that it had a master bath and the bedrooms were good sized. It is in a great location. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
100% Recommend. Bettys is warm, cozy, spacious, and clean. Tastefully decorated. The sofas and beds are comfortable. We especially appreciated the pack-n-play and outlet covers for our kiddos. Host was helpful, kind and available if we needed anything. Perfect location also. Looking forward to staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving Get Away

The property is well maintained and appointed, close to the wine trail, bourbon bar and our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Perfect spot - clean and cute. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

great location for exploring the Shawnee Forest area

Cozy property, but more than capable to support a family of 4 and our dog as we made it our 'basecamp' between local state park hikes. Very clean and well laid out with full kitchen amenities, and an awesome little winery and tasting room literally next door...which we sat outside and played bocce with the dog including.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Beth Schroeder

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Betty is our grandmother and the matriarch behind the formation of Alto Vineyards. Together with our grandfather, Guy, she was instrumental in starting the wine and grape industry in Southern Illinois. Her proudest achievement, though, was raising a big, beautiful family of 7 children that has now grown to include 18 grandchildren and 8 (and counting) great-grandchildren. Despite all of the commotion and hassle of caring for—and especially feeding!—such a large family, Betty always welcomed guests into her home. Whether they were Guy’s SIU colleagues, friends of her children, or students and visitors from all over the world, all had a place at the table and were made to feel at home. Betty was a patient, gentle, selfless and generous woman who saw so much beauty in the world and often remarked about how every living thing was extraordinary in its own way.

Why they chose this property

We built this home in 2010 and lived here until we "grew out of it" in 2015. It has been very well kept--we still love it and visit often! When we decided to open it up to guests, we named it after Grandma Betty in her honor and memory. While you are here visiting, we hope that you are able to relax and experience both the hospitality and the awe of our natural surroundings in the Shawnee National Forest that Betty shared with those around her every day!

What makes this property unique

Besides the location--super private but still just a short walk to the winery or the Village of Alto Pass--the home boasts an oversized back deck perfect for enjoying a glass of wine, cocktail, or beer with friends or just taking in the beauty of the surrounding forest. Prefer a view of the vineyard? Move around to the front porch rocking chairs to relax with a cup of coffee or tea as the wind breezes through the vines. Inside, sleek polished concrete floors and a bright interior ensure your stay will be clean and comfortable!

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