BOOK HISTORY | Coffee Lovers from Milan, IL

Royce & DeAnna from Milan, Illinois (near Davenport, Iowa) stayed in the Carl Vrooman Suite and right outside their door was an amazing “coffee closet” with drinks and snacks for them (and you) at no extra charge. Read about their experience and book your stay! Continue reading

BOOK HISTORY | Carriage House Memories

Renovated with a “labor of love”, the Carriage House at Vrooman Mansion no longer parks horses or carriages, but has two overnight suites, a screened in patio, and a lovely sitting room on the main floor with a working fireplace. Continue reading

BOOK HISTORY | A Visit from Florida to Central Illinois

They lived in Bloomington their whole lives and never stepped inside! But now that they are in Florida, Peggy & Ray came back to visit their son and chose to stay with us at Vrooman Mansion in the beautiful Letitia’s Suite. Continue reading

BOOK HISTORY | Two Anniversaries at the Carriage House

Both staying in the Carriage House, the outdoor fireplace brought them together as they celebrated their 40th and 10th Anniversaries. Two different couples from two different cities staying in two different suites, celebrated together around one fireplace, and strangers became friends.  Continue reading

BOOK HISTORY | S’mores with Morgan and Brendan in IL

Which part of s’mores are best? Chocolate, marshmallows, graham crackers… or enjoying them with the person you love at a luxurious bed & breakfast? We think the latter, and so do Morgan & Brendan who chose a romantic getaway close to home! Continue reading

BOOK HISTORY | Curt & Connie from Carbondale, IL

In her 70s, Connie found Curt and the adventure began! Newly married they had their first B&B experience with Vrooman Mansion in the Rose Suite, explored their shared love of American History, and indulged in epic breakfasts. Read more about their stay! Continue reading

BOOK HISTORY | TJ & Lisa from Iowa

TJ and Lisa Duncan from Danville, Iowa decided to take a different approach to celebrate their 8th Wedding Anniversary (as opposed to the more traditional Bronze and Pottery gifts). A short two and a half hour car ride from the Iowa/Illinois border brought them to Vrooman Mansion to celebrate! Continue reading

BOOK HISTORY | Clyde and Amanda from Stamping Ground, KY

A search for “Top B&Bs” set Clyde and Amanda on a Midwest roadtrip from Kentucky to Illinois for a much-needed escape from the responsibilities of work and life. The Carl Vrooman Suite was the ideal backdrop for new memories together. Continue reading