Private bluffs, 40-mile view on Shawnee Wine Trail

This authentic, cozy cabin is tucked away on Draper's Bluff in Buncombe, IL. In the heart of Southern Illinois, amenities and activities are within a short scenic drive through the country. We offer everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable visit. Our home sits on 140 acres of countryside.

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

THE LAYOUT

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 charcoal grill (BYO Charcoal)

• Washer and Dryer in mudroom/foyer

• 1 Half Bathroom

UPPER LEVEL: 

• 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:

• 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

• Small playground on backside of property

• Fully stocked pond in front of the house for bank fishing

MORE INFORMATION:

• Just 15 min drive from town of Goreville

• Just 2.7 miles off I-57 at exit 36

• Close to hiking in the Shawnee National Forest, Ferne Clyffe State Park, Tunnel Hill Bike Trail

• Within 30 minutes of wineries on the Shawnee Wine Trail

• Each guest receives a personalized online Welcome Guide immediately upon booking- so you can plan your trip with all of our personal recommendations of places to go and things to do.

• Professionally managed by Southern Illinois Vacation Rentals

Guests have access to the entire home, all 3 floors. You also may fish in the pond, kids will enjoy the swing set and there are acres and acres for everyone to explore.

Guests can always reach us via app, text or phone. You can also find us on social at @sivr.rentals

There is a fully stocked pond, and plenty of room to roam around and explore the property!

RECREATION HIGHLIGHTS

Shawnee National Forest- You’re literally in the heart of it and have access to multiple trailheads within minutes.

Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tours ~ across the street from the cabins

Panther's Den < 5 minutes

River 2 River Trail < 10 minutes

Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch < 10 minutes

Ferne Clyffe State Park ~ 15 minutes

Giant City State Park ~ 20 minutes

Devil’s Kitchen Lake and Little Grassy Lake ~ 20 minutes

Crab Orchard Wilderness ~ 25 minutes

Lake of Egypt < 20 minutes

Makanda Marion Golf < 25 minutes

Makanda, IL ~ 25 minutes

Ozark, IL ~ 30 minutes

Tunnel Hill State Trail ~ 35 minutes

Rendleman Orchard (with Zinnia field!) ~ 30 minutes

Lake of Egypt < 20 minutes

Burden Falls ~ 45 minutes

Jackson Falls ~ 45 minutes

Bell Smith Springs - 50 minutes

WINERIES & MORE

Blue Sky Vineyard & Feather Hills Winery < 10 minutes

Starview Vineyards ~ 12 minutes

Katy Lynn Distillery < 20 minutes

Honker Hill Winery & Wichmann Vineyard < 20 minutes

Owl Creek Vineyard & Lincoln Heritage Winery ~ 20 minutes

Alto Vineyards & Peachbarn Winery & Cafe ~30 minutes

Von Jakob Winery & Brewery ~ 30 minutes

Easy access from I-57- just 3 miles straight east from Exit 36 on Lick Creek Rd. You must have a vehicle to get to Rock Ridge. There is no taxi service in this rural setting.

"Know Before You Go"

INTERNET: Limited wifi data package. Streaming is available but not recommended for gaming. It is recommended to bring a backup if you are wifi dependent.

PET POLICY

Pets are not allowed unless they are a certified & vested service dog in accordance with the ADA

According to the ADA, service animals are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities

Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA