Packrats Paradise is located five miles away in Cobden, and has antiques, vintage, repurposed and locally made items – all local growers, collectors & artisans. This place has it all! All booths are owned and run by individuals or groups – over 30 vendors! Unique items and a great shopping experience. https://www.facebook.com/cobdenvillageshops

Shawnee Hills eBike Rentals is the hot, new southern Illinois experience. These are “Pedal Assist Power eBikes” that make riding as fun as it’s ever been. Regardless of physical condition young and old can enjoy the benefits of the “pedal assist” and spend time with family and friends like you have never experienced. Owner Jay …

https://www.dnr.illinois.gov/parks/pages/cacheriver.aspx https://youtu.be/wR4RlAh8YMI   Cache River State Natural Area is situated in southernmost Illinois within a floodplain carved long ago by glacial floodwater of the Ohio River. When the Ohio River adopted its present course, it left the Cache River to meander across rich and vast wetlands. Among the outstanding natural features are massive cypress trees …

All local wineries and breweries may not be listed on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, but they are still a must-drink destination near Alto Pass and our vacation rental. Take your weekend getaway and enjoy! Lincoln Heritage Winery  (Cobden, IL) lincolnheritagewinery.com Big Muddy Brewing (Murphysboro, IL)  bigmuddybrewing.com Scratch Brewing Company (Ava, IL) scratchbeer.com     …

http://www.shawneewinetrail.com/ The Shawnee Hills is a federally recognized AVA in the midst of the Shawnee National Forest. Explore and experience the 11 unique wineries that make up the wine trail. Indulge in what our land has to offer and enjoy the beautiful scenery when you stay at our vacation rental, Havisham House. Alto Vineyards | …

Among the foothills of the Ozark Mountain range that stretch into Union County and southern Illinois, rises a beacon, a monument of peace, faith, charity, and of hope. Towering above the landscape at over 111 feet, and visible for over 7,500 square miles, this is the Bald Knob Cross of Peace. Bald Knob Cross is …

  http://southernmostillinois.com/ SOUTHERNMOST ILLINOIS – Check out this website for upcoming events and amazing attractions in southern Illinois such as wineries/breweries, golfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, parks, trails, restaurants, shopping, horseback riding, Balk Knob Cross, festivals, etc. Our vacation rental is just minutes away from all of this. Photo by Dirt Road Photography – Jericha Carter …

Annabelle Market is located about 10 minutes away in Anna on Main Street. https://www.facebook.com/AnnabelleMarket/?ref=page_internal   The Mud Dress is also located in Anna on Main Street.  Their styles are curated just for YOU — mama, sister, friend, entrepreneur — They specialize in sizes S-XL and have a boho, chic, casual vibe with styles that are …

  This lovely 18 hole course is located 20 minutes southeast from Havisham House.  It also has a driving range if you’re just looking to work on your swing.  For more info about this southern Illinois golf course, please visit website: www.ucccgolf.com