A neat,out of the way, cabin. Dirty and outdated. We had to sweep the floor before we would walk on…read moreit, an mouse decided to join us ( there were traps out so some credit due I guess), the screen door to the hot tub had a huge hole that was partially taped closed. And no WiFi so don't expect it. The curtains a d fans were filthy. We stayed here years ago and was not disappointed but not sure we'll come back. I think we'll be looking for someplace else, a little cleaner and up to date

Our cabin was so beautiful! The view off the balcony was worth the trip. The inside of the cabin…read morewas modern and tastefully decorated. I particularly loved the art work in the cabin, much of it had been done by local artists. Owner Brian was really helpful about what to see and do in the area. I will definately be back.

What a great time! Situated near the campus of Southern Illinois University, The Train Inn is a…read moredarling B&B. Paul and Marion are gracious hosts who are very welcoming. We enjoyed sipping whiskey with them on the front porch of the B&B ;) Breakfast both mornings was a delightful surprise. Paul is an excellent chef who asks for likes and dislikes the evening before. Habenero poppers, French toast, bacon and yogurt with strawberries and coconut, along with fresh brewed coffee, greeted us the first morning. Oven roasted butternut squash, blueberries, avocado English muffins and omelets were served the second morning. Conversation flowed easily with our hosts. We stayed in the Carbondale Room, the upstairs suite. A comfortable king bed, shower and toilet, along with a closet and dresser, make up the room. If you are passing through, visiting your student or traveling the local wine trail, consider The Train Inn!

Paul Lewers is your host with THE MOST!! Great place to…read morechill and see So Ill! Breakfast is gourmet! Eggs with veggies from the garden out back, local bacon, pancakes with real Maple syrup!! Quiet at night and morning!

I've known more than my fair share of hotel rooms. Waaay more than my fair share, but this was the…read morefirst and only one I'd come back to, just for the pure joy of what Gary has done with the place. For the same price (or cheaper!) of a bog standard hotel room in a soul destroying hotel chain at the University town 30 minutes down the road, you can find yourself cocooned in a tempurpedic bed with rich cotton sheets, after stepping out of the jacuzzi in your palatial bathroom, sipping on the best of the local wineries, dreaming about the fluffy chocolate chip pancakes Gary, the owner, has promised you for the morning....bliss. Each of the rooms in this old school house has been painstakingly restored and uniquely decorated to retain original blackboards, classroom reading circles, hard wood floors, school house memorabilia, and loads of charming antiques from yesteryear (I even found a pair of old ladies bloomers hanging in my closet!). All this is combined with the best of modern air-conditioning, flat screen televisions, a fridge, kitchenette, sink, and microwave, enormous bath, dining table, and lounge area. Perhaps the wifi has been updated since the previous reviewers, because I had no trouble. Gary has a meticulous attention to detail, which shows up in the decor, the handmade and locally sourced breakfasts, the personal orientation to the town's restaurants and vineyards, and the extra effort to make every guests stay in Anna not just comfortable, but sublime. Being in Anna on a business trip, we were expecting to hustle in and out of the rooms on the way to meetings and not see a soul; but Gary took extra efforts to make sure we had a hot healthy breakfast served to our rooms before dawn, to prepare different meals for different tastes, stocked the rooms with complimentary bottles of water, cookies, and nuts, and even packed us delicious snacks for the road in case we were hungry. If you are here for the first snow falls of the season, I hear Gary will lavish you with one of his mind-blowing Skor Bar brownies, but I'll have to come back for that next time. I would recommend a stay at the Davie School for a romantic getaway, a girls weekend on the wine trails, a family hiking vacation, a company retreat, or somewhere just to rest your weary mind, drink some wine and get fat on Gary's duck egg omelets. Or like me, just get out of your hotel membership program funk and be reminded of the joy of travel and the art of customer service again.

The converted school was very interesting, with old school desks on display. Each room had a theme,…read moresuch as music and art. The hospitality was great, and the breakfasts were outstanding. They served one of the best verstions of French Toast I have ever had! All in all, a unique and charming place to stay.

This place is a true hidden gem. There is so much I can say about the Makanda Inn. I found this bed…read moreand breakfast last minute a while ago and the prices were very reasonable for what they were. I really got the best bang for my buck and is a true all inclusive experience that I will never forget. The owners here are also very friendly and their mission about starting this place years ago shows their dedication to the hospitality market. This place is clean and it feels like I'm staying at a four-star hotel. They do have a lot of terms and conditions when it comes to booking so be aware before booking please don't make any changes. The lobby itself is beautiful , the rooms itself are incredible. They have a beautiful balcony if you stay in the main part of the hotel. The outdoor area is also really good and has great views. you even have a bonfire. The guests here are really down to earth and friendly. This place hosts weddings and other Gatherings as well. Since there wasn't a lot of guests here, I really wish there was an opportunity to actually have the bar open during our visit. The Innkeeper also does a great job taking care of the hotel. Even though it's a bit far even though it's a bit far from a grocery store I recommend buying your stuff in advance. If you're making your way to the winery Trail or to the hiking trails you're in the absolute heart of it all and that's why this whole house and the prime location that it is! Highly recommend staying here . You will not regret your stay

This place is fantastic! Highly recommend. Cute, quiet, eco-friendly and a breakfast to die for…read more This was an awesome home base for a four-day hiking trip. Friendly staff, would 100% stay again!

Great price on Hotel. Gym and pool were great. Room is very nice. Quick check in and check out…read more Staff is very friendly. Manager of hotel stopped and asked how everything was. They gave me a late checkout no charge. I ate at the breakfast place and the staff was very friendly and fast. Casino floor is very nice. Never felt crowed like other casinos because the games are to close together. Question would I come back? Yes very much so.

Perfect place to entertain guests from out of town or just a quick getaway…read more Clean casino. Not full of smoke. Drinks are reasonably priced. The slots paid out a little while I played (great to win your money back). Next time I'm in town, will revisit.

Hello, If you are…read moreplanning a visit to the Carbondale/Makanda/Marion area of Southern Illinois, this is a great place to stay! If youre not already aware, this area is fast become the Napa Valley of the Midwest. If you love fresh air,good food and wine, and genuinely nice people, this is a great destination. Regarding The Alto Wine Trail Loft: This is a really beautifully restored building in the old, historic downtown Makanda, Illinois area, literally in the heart of the Wine Trail area. The actual street looks like youve stepped back in time to the late 1800s...It looks like youre on a movie set! Very nice amenities, very comfortable beds, beautiful appointments, full kitchen, and wi-fi provided. We definitely noticed and appreciated how meticulously the place was taken care of, its nice and CLEAN! Also, very courteous staff. Brian, the owner, is a great guy...he is very helpful, and knowledgeable about the area: its history, and all the best places to see and visit. The location couldn't be better, close to all the vineyards and restaurants....minutes to downtown Carbondale,and very close to all the great shopping and restaurants in Marion,and Benton,Ill. Close to Giant City, and so much sightseeing. We had a great stay there, and would recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful, comfortable place to stay on the Wine Trail!

Can't say enough about this place and the manager. My friend and I were supposed to stay here a…read moreyear ago, but due to a death in the family had to xcel. He let us reschedule at our convenience with no fees... we were in such need to getaway to a quiet spot with no muss, no fuss, and this was it. Owner has taken time to give attention to things, nice showerhead (hey, they matter!), comfy beds, cozy beautiful pine inside, nice patio area, kitchen cooking spot where you just feel like home. We couldn't be more delighted and would love to come back someday. And the biggest perk - he made himself very available on phone should we ever have questions - even to the point of helping us get there when the GPS wasn't cooperating! Thank you so much :)

Very cute cabin- clean and a good location- the animals were so much fun to watch…read more Would definitely recommend and go back to again.

My son goes to college at SIU and this is where we stay EVERY time we go to Carbondale, 5 times…read morenow! We love the seclusion of the place and enjoy seeing all the farm and wild animals. The cabins are very comfortable and up to date with satellite tv service, comfortable beds, relaxing sitting area with overstuffed furniture and a fireplace. However, the best thing my wife likes is the hot tub! There's nothing like a hot soak to loosen you up after spending a day running all over the place with our son. One of the best perks you get is you can request fresh eggs to be delivered to your cabin porch which you can make for breakfast in the fully equipped kitchen. HIGHLY recommend this place!

We used Cabin 1 at Oak Grove Cabins as a base for both moving our 18-year old college freshman into…read moreSouthern Illinois University and a means to explore Giant City and environs. We found: - A clean, comfortable cabin with the kitchen stocked with everything needed - A queen bed in one room and a king in the other - A clean hot tub for relaxing after long hikes - Easy access to U.S. 51 to get into Carbondale to help move the new college attendee - A filled binder with suggestions for sightseeing and getting food - Personal attention from the owner when asked Dorothy, one of the owners, sent me an email afterwards complimenting us on leaving the place clean. We even met the neighbor in the last house before the turnoff to the cabins and she was very helpful on getting our older child acclimated to college. HIghly recommend.

Amazing stay, and all around lovely place. Everything was perfect and the hot tub was amazing…read more glad to have found this small piece of heaven and definitely want to plan a trip here again!