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 | 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 | A Grandmother’s Love from Crystal Lake, IL

A grandmother & granddaughter relationship can be the most beautiful friendship. Choose to invest in it. That’s what Michele did, our beloved repeat guest for the last 17 years. Embarking on getaways from the Chicago suburbs with both her grandmother AND her granddaughters, time and again she chose Vrooman Mansion as the destination. 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 | Motorcycle Ride on Route 66

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

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 | Steve & Carmela from New York

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