Upscale loft in historic Cracker Factory building; large walkout deck w/ fantastic view of MS River, marina, bridge, etc; walk to fine & casual dining, live entertainment, coffee/bakery/other shops, and Riverfront Park and Amphitheater. Come stay!! Beautiful, newly renovated (approx) 1050 SF second floor apartment (stairs only, no elevator); granite counters; cultured marble showers and vanities; exposed wood timbers; large windows, allowing a lot of natural light; full kitchen, stainless appliances; hardwood floors, tile in kitchen and baths, carpeted bedrooms. Queen bed in Master and guest bedroom. A common stairway and corridor leads to entrances of all four on-site apartments - 3 on the second level and 1 on the third level of the building. Stairways are wide and easily navigable with bags. Once inside your unit, you have your own access directly onto the south facing (river facing) solid concrete deck with patio chairs to enjoy the ambience of the flowing river and boat traffic on the Mighty Mississippi. We are happy to answer questions about the area and things to do during your visit. The Alton Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is also a great resource - via phone, their website, or a 3-block walk down Broadway. Host will be usually be available via mobile phone (and lives only 10 minutes away) to answer questions about the area and/or otherwise assist with check-in and other needs. Located in a historic district of a beautiful Mississippi River town. Fine dining right across the street; local microbrewery 2 blocks; half dozen additional dining and live entertainment venues within a 4-5 block walk. Easy walk to Riverfront Park and Amphitheater and Argosy Alton Belle Casino. 20 minutes to STL International Airport; 30 minutes to Downtown St. Louis; 25 minutes to Clayton; 10 minutes to Alton Amtrak Station; taxi service around Alton area Street parking, but we're right on a corner with plenty of spots available in front and on the side of the building.