Two Unique Stays. One Iconic Destination ---------Vacation Rentals on the Makanda Boardwalk
Welcome to Vulture Stays, home to Vulture’s Roost and Vulture’s Perch—two one-of-a-kind vacation rentals above the historic Makanda Boardwalk in Makanda, Illinois. Stay steps from local art, shops and music, and just minutes from Giant City State Park and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.
Designed for two guests, Vulture’s Roost and Vulture’s Perch each offer a private place to unwind amid the character of historic Makanda.Vulture's Roost offers warm, vintage character with a rich, moody feel, while Vulture's Perch is bright, colorful, and playfully eclectic. Spend the day exploring Southern Illinois, then return to the Boardwalk, settle in and enjoy a stay unlike anywhere else.
Choose the stay that fits your trip and experience Makanda from its most iconic address.
Vulture's Roost 🖤
Vulture’s Roost is a moody, intimate escape with vintage character, eclectic details, and a little bit of Makanda magic. Hidden above the iconicMakanda Boardwalk inside the historic H.L. Bell Building, it blends warm, cozy atmosphere with an artistic, slightly mysterious edge.
Designed for two, the Roost feels tucked away from the ordinary while still placing you right in the heart of Makanda — close to local art, music, shops, Giant City State Park, and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.
✨ Rich, character-filled interiors
🖤 Moody, elevated atmosphere
🛏️ An intimate stay for two
🎨 Steps from the shops, art, and energy of the Boardwalk
🌲 Minutes from Giant City State Park
🍷 Close to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail
A little mysterious. A little romantic. Entirely unforgettable.
Welcome to Vulture’s Roost.
Stay somewhere unforgettable.
Vulture’s Perch 🌈
Perched above the iconic Makanda Boardwalk inside the historic H.L. Bell Building, Vulture’s Perch is a colorful, character-filled escape inspired by the artistic, free-spirited personality that makes Makanda unlike anywhere else.
Designed for two, the Perch is bright, playful, and full of personality — blending vibrant color, eclectic details, retro touches, and a little psychedelic flair into a space that feels creative, comfortable, and completely unexpected.
The Perch has a personality all its own. It’s energetic without feeling overwhelming, quirky without losing its polish, and designed for guests who want their stay to feel just as memorable as the destination itself.
✌️ Playful, free-spirited atmosphere
🛏️ A one-of-a-kind stay for two
🎨 Steps from the art, shops, music, and character of the Boardwalk
🌲 Minutes from Giant City State Park
🍷 Close to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail
A little retro. A little wild. Entirely its own.
Welcome to Vulture’s Perch.
Stay colorful. Stay curious. Stay Makanda.
Stay in the Heart of Makanda, Il.
Vulture Stays puts you right above the historic Makanda Boardwalk in the heart of Southern Illinois. Explore Giant City State Park, the Shawnee National Forest, the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, local art, live music and everything that makes Makanda one of Southern Illinois’ most distinctive destinations.
