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
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
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
Thank you to everyone who voted Vrooman Mansion as the Best Event Facility and Best Historic Site in Bloomington-Normal for the 2nd year in a row! Continue reading
Have you ever experienced the joy of riding historic Route 66 on a motorcycle? Cathy and Ron did as they drove up two and a half hours from St. Louis, Missouri! Join us as we delve into the secrets of the Fern Suite and Carriage House, where memories are made and history comes alive. The road awaits, and we can’t wait for you to explore it too! Continue reading
Put on a robe. Raid the snack closet. After 8 hours from Kansas, Michelle stepped into vintage + modern at Vrooman Mansion. Read her review and book your stay. Continue reading
Steve and Carmela drove from Pearl River, NY to visit family and stopped at Vrooman Mansion along the way., “…our first stay at a B&B and we absolutely loved this experience! This home has such amazing charm and beauty.” Read more about Steve & Carmela’s experience, then book your road trip or finalize your anniversary plans with an intimate historic experience off of Route 66 at the center. Continue reading
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
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
Vrooman Mansion has always been a place where people connect. It still is. What you might not know are the presidential connections linked to Vrooman Mansion and the broader Bloomington-Normal, IL community. This President’s Day start making plans to explore more on your own, and consider central Illinois as your next historic road trip. Route 66 is waiting! Continue reading
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