As we enter a new year, and Illinois adapts to Tier 1 of Restore Illinois reopening, the staff at the Vrooman Mansion have taken careful consideration of all guidance set by national and statewide authorities. Although local regulations have been slightly altered, we are constantly on the lookout for new developments and we do our best to keep our guests informed. The safety of our patrons is of utmost importance. We are confident in our leaders, and have taken a proactive approach to preventing the spread of Covid-19 by developing an effective cleaning protocol. We also highly encourage the practice of social distancing and mask wearing at check-in, and during any guest to staff or guest to other guest interaction. Currently, our breakfasts are served at separate tables at staggered intervals when possible. All pertinent guidelines with regard to our business, including a capacity limit and safe setup of our special events are closely adhered to. We keep the public health in mind with the facility and we’ve added conveniences for our guests’ safety throughout the home. This includes: signage, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, no physical contact at check-in as well as use of masks by all staff during guest interaction and frequent hand washing. Our guest rooms are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected after each check-out, and we monitor and ensure the safety and health of all staff. It is a statewide team effort to reach the next and final phase of reopening, and we welcome your visit to the Vrooman Mansion for all travel and event plans.
Relax and appreciate the history…
Built in 1869, the Vrooman Mansion Bed and Breakfast was originally a 17-room red brick Italianate-style home designed by G.W. Bunting. By 1900, the home had undergone extensive remodeling, virtually doubling its size, but the redesign eradicated nearly every vestige of the original Italianate home. Restyling the mansion to its present form, famed architect Arthur Pillsbury created what is considered now to be a conservative interpretation of Romanesque style. Every effort has been made to retain the mansion’s authentic décor and ambiance.
The Vrooman Mansion offers visitors its quiet “old world” charm and elegance. The luxurious common areas are always popular with guests, who enjoy relaxing in the parlor with a glass of wine or perusing the library’s assortment of historic books and references. Those who explore the main foyer will discover an inglenook next to the fireplace, perfect for some solitude as you let yourself be transported back in time.
Look back in time…
Below in the gallery are some current photos, as well as photos of the common areas as they appeared when Julia Scott-Vrooman lived in the home. As you can see, the mansion today is a direct reflection of the luxury of that bygone era.