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Private bluffs, 40-mile view on Shawnee Wine Trail

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Golf
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Buncombe, IL
  • Shawnee National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park
    10 min drive
  • Carbondale Station
    42 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional)
    27 min drive

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About the area

Buncombe

Located in Buncombe, this vacation home is in a rural location, a 1-minute drive from Shawnee National Forest and 10 minutes from Ferne Clyffe State Park. .This vacation home is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from StarView Vineyards and 8.2 mi (13.3 km) from Panther Den Trailhead.

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Ferne Clyffe State Park - 10 min drive
  • Blue Sky Vineyards - 23 min drive
  • Lake of Egypt - 24 min drive
  • Giant City State Park - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 42 min drive
  • Marion, IL (MWA-Williamson County Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Curve Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Whiffle Boys Pizza Goreville - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Orlandini Vineyard - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Old Home Place - ‬15 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.

Private bluffs, 40-mile view on Shawnee Wine Trail

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
1 King Bed in Master bedroom upstairs
1 King Bed in 2nd bedroom in lower level
1 Full Bed in 3rd bedroom in lower level
1 Sleeper sofa in lower level living room

MAIN LEVEL:
Living Room with propane fireplace and floor to ceiling windows to take in the breathtaking views that span for 40 + miles to Kentucky
Flat screen tv and blue ray dvd player
Kitchen & Dining Area
Walkout Deck overlooking pond
Back patio with propane grill
Washer and Dryer in mudroom/foyer
1 Half Bathroom

UPPER LEVEL/LOFT
Loft Master bedroom overlooking main level (note: the bedroom is open. There are no doors)
Master bathroom with jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower
Private balcony off the bedroom to take in the views of the bluffs

LOWER LEVEL/WALKOUT BASEMENT
Living room area with TV and sleeper sofa
Walk-out basement with ample shade in the Summer and spectacular long range views of the area
1 Full Bathroom
Bedroom 2- King bed with TV and DVD player
Bedroom 3- Full bed

OUTDOORS:
Large deck overlooking front of property and pond.
Fire pit for relaxation between house and bluffs on the backside of property
Fully stocked pond in front of the house for bank fishing
More Information:

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check-in is after 3 PM. Check-out is before 10 AM.
Rental agreement is required with ID verification.
Pet Policy: Pets are not allowed at this property. If guests are caught with a pet, guests may be subject to an immediate cancellation without refund. If evidence is found after your stay, there will be a $150 penalty for rule violation.
Inventory: We provide a "starter package" of inventory for our cabin: 3 rolls of T.P. and 1 full roll of paper towels.
Firewood is available for purchase.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed on outside decks ONLY.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Private bluffs, 40-mile view on Shawnee Wine Trail Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 142 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 142 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 142 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 142 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 142 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ed W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation
Clean home in a great location to all the parks and wineries. Host was very helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible stay
This place is just truly spectacular. For the entire trip, we just kept saying "holy crap, I can't believe how nice this is."
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Gibson City, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
couples trip for 50th birthday
gorgeous property and surrounding area. Relaxed at the house around the fire and balcony, fished the pond. Great area to catch the wine trail. Several wineries within 15-20 min drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladies wine weekend
Beautiful property with an amazing view. It was the perfect place to access the local wineries during the day and enjoy each other's company playing cards and catching up. We were able make some great dinners and enjoy the firepit. Great property can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and surean
We celebrated my husbands 80th birthday with the kids and grandkids. We spent time fishing and outdoor time and games at night. Kids and grands came from Springfield, IL, Colorado and California. Our 8 year described the house as a cabin and the downstairs as a hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Girls trip to wineries was a success. This house was perfect location. House had everything we needed and more. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glendy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views and privacy
Very well stocked house. The owners don't expect you to bring your own supplies which makes the stay more relaxing. The bluffs behind the house are incredible. Views out front gorgeous. Nearby hiking and wineries. Great stay:)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Danita L.

Not comfy
Couch was dirty, stained, a/c broke down but fixed in a few hours. Also couch was so soft it hurt our backs.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noreen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
What a fabulous weekend at Rock Ridge! Fishing, hiking, S’mores & laughter around the campfire, stargazing, the list goes on! 4 adults and 3 kids ages 8-12 - never lacking something to do! Allison was fantastic to communicate with, just made things go so smoothly. Thank you again and we’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pholaphat I.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect place to reconnect with family, friends, and nature.
Spent Memorial Day on the property with family and our friend's family. The drive up is gorgeous and the view from the living room is breathtaking. Perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee in the morning or for stargazing at night. Property was well kempt and the owner was very responsive anytime we had a question. It was an easy drive to the numerous sites in the Shawnee National Forest. We would definitely stay here again and we would recommend this property to anyone interested in spending quality time with friends or family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica R., Lexington,Ky

Liked: Cleanliness
Family graduation weekend
My husband and adult children spent the weekend in this lovely home for our daughter’s SIU law school graduation.The home has incredible views from all rooms.The kitchen was very well equipped and the bedrooms were very comfortable.We were happy to have found this home and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wine Trail Getaway
Great location and views were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing getaway
Beautiful property close to hiking trails. We took our two boys (4 and7) who had a great time at the cabin as well as the surrounding hiking trails. Giant city was the best along with a trip to Boo park. The cabin is very nice with everything you need to cook. We had deer come around the property every morning and evening. If you want to get away, this is a great place to relax and explore.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Breathtaking
The view is amazing. There's everything you could need at the cabin. Make sure to drive up slowly and take in the amazing view!!! We absolutely LOVED our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee A., Clive Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful stay
The location was perfect and feels tucked away from major cities. Property was clean and owner was incredibly easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara F., Pingree Grove

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow
Amazing house, with the most beautiful scenery. Pictures just don't really show how beautiful it is. Setting on the deck and being able to see a Hummingbird, bats and a blue tailed skink. Overall everything was great. A few housekeeping issues in the kitchen. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and surroundings, great for family time in Shawnee
Excellent house, beautiful grounds with an outstanding view. Everything we needed. Hosts responded very quickly to any questions we had. Great time for relaxing and seeing the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Crystal J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view
This house had everything we needed for a Father’s Day getaway. Peace and quiet enjoy fishing and the scenic views. Even the neighbors was nice. Love it! And very clean!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing retreat
The property is beautiful. Sitting on the decks in the evening and hearing the sounds of nature was so relaxing. The home was spotless, and had everything we needed. Great location for hiking and biking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H., Waterloo,IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Amazing
Our stay was absolutely amazing! The property is huge and maintained and the house is clean and updated. We couldn’t have loved our stay any more! The kids were able to play outside safely while we prepared dinner with the kitchen situated perfectly. We were perfectly located to take drives within 30 min to many of the state parks. We checked out Ferne Clyffe and Giant City. We also picked our own strawberries at hallsberry Farms, and walked the boardwalk at Section8 woods to check out the cypress swamp. We also got to spend ample time at the property to enjoy the pond and the views and dinners together! We didn’t have a single issue that we needed to contact the property managers but I have no question in my mind they would have been attentive to any issue we had based on their attention to detail in the house! Our trip was short but packed with so many great memories and we can’t wait to return to this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark O., Fredericksburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and beautiful
The setting is remarkable: quiet, beautiful, and an easy drive to everything in southern Illinois. We used this cabin as a base for a week of hiking.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deena S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding view and great house
We loved our stay here, the view is just amazing. Whoever planned and built this house did it right. We spent 90% of our time on the deck. The full moon nights were stunning. Bring binoculars, lots of birds to watch. The house was clean, beds comfortable and the kitchen had all we needed to cook. Great ice maker in the fridge. A feature of the house is tons of windows, so bring an eye mask for sleeping up in the loft. The downstairs bedrooms are able to be dark. We loved taking walks up and down the long gravel drive in the morning and evening. Such a beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the house!
The house had everything we needed. The kitchen is fabulous and we’ll equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful getaway!
Beautiful scenery, the property manager was very responsive to our questions, and everything is as exactly as described. Very neat and clean as well. Great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Eileen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet and relaxing
Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021