Read about our weekday staycation at The Cottage at Rendleman Orchards, a Southern Illinois Vacation Rental property located in Alto Pass, Southern Illinois. Located next to Rendleman Orchards Farmer’s Market and along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, this property is a must-do for small families, couples, girls trips, or even solo travel!

Read about our Saturday stay at the Pale Black Dot, and what two best friends of two decades do when they meet back up!