Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. This is a 2,400 sq ft new construction vacation rental nestled in the Shawnee National Forest with beautiful day and nighttime views of The Bald Knob Cross of Peace from the swing provided on the property. The space This serene modern decor vacation rental provides the best hilltop view of Southern Illinois nestled in the midst of The Shawnee National Forest. The property also provides a beautiful on site day and nighttime view of the beautiful Bald Knob Cross of Peace from the backyard swing. Hiking is also permitted on the property with prior approval, and a beautiful scenic creek is ready to explore just a short hike away. This beautiful vacation rental will not disappoint. Guest access We welcome people with disabilities, however, we cannot allow service animals of any kind in our rental due to our host/housekeeper’s severe allergies and asthma. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause. Airbnb has granted our listing an exemption from allowing service animals on our property. We do allow hiking on the property with prior approval from the host. Other things to note This beautiful vacation rental is within a few miles of several local wineries throughout the Southern Illinois Wine Trail, and the new Bourbon Bar located in downtown Alto Pass.