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 | Niki & Nora from Brooklyn, MI

A Mother Daughter Trip Three milestone moments in one weekend at their first B&B?! A college graduation roadtrip turned into a Mother’s Day and Birthday celebration when Niki & Nora decided to take a little detour and treat themselves at … 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 | Marcia & Jim from Cedar Falls, IA

“The hotels don’t hold a candle to you,” shared Marcia & Jim who drove from Cedar Falls, IA for a concert at the Castle Theatre. Looking for an alternative to “the traditional hotel system” they chose to stay in the Rose Suite and were not disappointed!  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

BOOK HISTORY | The Summers Family Wedding from San Diego, CA

The Summers Family found “the most outstanding place to stay, eat and be” for their daughter’s wedding when they chose Vrooman Mansion in Bloomington, IL. Read their guest review and what they loved so much about their experience, then find the suite that fits your personality, and choose to celebrate in a mansion. Continue reading

3 Reasons to Choose Vrooman Mansion as your Wedding Venue in 2022

Attend the Elegant Bridal Expo in Bloomington, Illinois on January 23, 2022 and we can talk with you about what you want the wedding experience to be for you and your guests, share packages and pricing, and schedule time for you to come and tour the mansion. Because to be honest, you need to see Vrooman Mansion in person to experience our intricate details and epic spaces for every moment of your wedding weekend. See photos of our favorite spaces for various wedding activities including where the bridal party can get ready, the ideal honeymoon suite the night of your wedding, and the beautiful staircase in the foyer for you to make your grand entrance. Continue reading