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 | A Fall Roadtrip from Tucson, AZ

Do you experience all four seasons where you live? Pricila & Eren from Tucson, AZ were amazed at the foliage when they stayed in the Fern Suite at Vrooman Mansion. Read their review, learn about the Fern Suite, the Carriage House AND fall hike date ideas! 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 | Lynn & Ray from Pittsburgh, PA

Lynn & Ray wanted to drive a portion of Route 66 on their way to their daughter’s graduation in St. Louis. But rather than start in Chicago, they decided to start their adventure in Bloomington, IL staying in the Fern Suite. Continue reading

BOOK HISTORY | Steve & Tammy from Lincoln, Nebraska

Have you ever stayed at a mansion and had Abraham Lincoln show up? Imagine Steve and Tammy’s surprise after they drove from Lincoln, Nebraska and discovered two local actors who portray US presidents Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses S Grant?! Literally the history of the mansion came to life as they shared a gourmet breakfast with the talented men. Read more about their stay! 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