Description
Circa 1903. An eclectic blend of Neoclassic, Georgian and Greek Revival styles, the mansion was designed as a wedding gift by world renown architect, Lucas Pfeiffenberger. Original woodwork, eleven and a half-foot ceilings, leaded-glass windows, pocket doors, crystal chandeliers and imported marble and bronze statuary reflect the era's opulence. Elegantly appointed guest bedrooms are unique in size and decor. Each includes a private bath with shower and clawfoot tub or whirlpool for two, imported marble floor and chandelier. Voted "Illinois Best Bed & Breakfast" by Illinois Magazine's Readers Poll.Publicity and Awards: Midwest Living, Illinois Magazine, Illinois Now, St. Louis Bride, St. Louis Magazine, AAA Midwest Motorist, AAA Home & Away, BBW Magazine, The Daily Journal, St. Louis Post Dispatch, Illinois Business Journal, Pequot Press, NorthShore Magazine, The Telegraph, Edwardsville Intelligencer, DeForest Times., Show Me St. Louis, News 4 St. Louis, TLC's "While You Were Out", WBGZ, KWMU, Silence of the Yams (a made for TV spoof of Silence of the Lambs).Location: City/Urban, St. Louis and MO Metropolitan Area.
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Rooms & Rates
Rates: $119 to $358
Payment types accepted include Visa, Travelers Checks, Personal Checks, Diners Club, American Express, Carte Blanche, Master Card, Discover and JCB.
Rooms: This property has 5 total guest accommodations with private bath, 2 with fireplaces, 4 with whirlpools, 1 two-bedroom suite and 2 conference rooms.
The types of beds available include Queen, King and Double.
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Policies
Minimum Stay Requirements: Some weekends, holidays and special events. Please call to check specific dates.
Cancellation: Varies by plan and date(s). Please visit our website for details.
Pets: Pet free. Nearby kennel facilities are available.
Smoking: Smoke Free Property.
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Services & Amenities
Meals Included in Rates: Plans are available with your choice of self-serve continental breakfast or gourmet breakfast in bed (or the formal dining room). All stays include our famous 24 hour "all you can eat" chocolate buffet.
Types of meals: Full Gourmet Breakfast, Early Coffee/Tea, Continental Plus Breakfast, Room Service, Snacks/Refreshments, Vegetarian Breakfast, Banquet Service, Catering Service, Complimentary 24 Hour "All You Can Eat" Chocolate, Chocolate and Chocolate Buffet.
Amenities In Room: Cable TV, Telephone, Heating, Air Conditioning, Turn-Down Service, Bathrobes, Hair Dryer, Iron/Ironing Board, Television, DVD, Fireplace, Bath Amenities, Wireless Internet Access, Luxury bath amenities including the B&B's homemade lavender bath salts, telephone with free local calling and voice mail.
Amenities On Site: Free parking on premise, Suitable for Events, Gift Shop, Copy Machine, Hot Tub/Jetted Tub, Fax, complimentary 24 hour "all you can eat" chocolate buffet, verandah, hammock, badminton, horseshoes and croquet.
Business Traveler Amenities: Gym Nearby, Television, Iron/Ironing Board, Flexible Cancellation, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Internet Access, Daily Newspapers, Off-site Dry Cleaning Services, Desk, Hair Dryer, Flexible Check in/out Times, Business rates, small meeting facilities, concierge service, American Express accepted. Experience quiet, comfort, , safety and .
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Spa Services
On-Site Spa Services: Water Therapies and Massages.
Spa Packages: In-Room Spa Getaway, Sea Source Detox Spa Getaway., Golf & Spa Getaway
Off-Site Spa Services Available
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Specials
 - One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night. The dates this property will honor the certificate are Sunday-Thursday night stays for the standard everyday rate. Not available with any other certificate, discount or coupon. Blackout dates apply, subject to availability. Not valid if booked through a third party. Restrictions apply
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Activities
Events Hosted: Honeymoons, Romantic Getaways, Family Reunions, Meetings, Seminars, Weddings and Corporate Retreats.
Other Activities: Wineries, Water Sports, Tennis, Sports Events, Major College, Shopping (Local Crafts), Parks, Museums, Live Theater, Horseback Riding, Hiking, Golf, Fishing, Canoeing/Kayaking, Bicycling, Art Galleries, Antiquing, Amusement Park, Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway, Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, Trailsite Number 1 and boat rental.
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Recommended Restaurant(s)
Gentelin's on Broadway , Bossanova.Restaurant & Martini Lounge, Tony's..
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Historic Interest
Designed by world famous architect Lucas Pfeiffenberger, this grand mansion was commissioned by railroad baron and river boat magnate Z.B. Job as a wedding present for his son and his son's bride, Mary Drummond, heiress to the Drummond Tobacco fortune. Edmond Beall purchased the property from Mrs. Job on February 5, 1909. A self-made millionaire, Mr. Beall co-founded Beall Brothers Manufacturing, was President of the Home Building and Loan Association of Alton, Alderman, four time Mayor of Alton, Senator, and was offered a cabinet position in Theodore Roosevelt's administration.
Historic Awards: National Register (Granted).
Historic sites nearby: Lewis & Clark Historic Site Number 1 (10 miles), Lincoln Douglas Debate Site (2 miles), Lovejoy Monument (3 miles), Underground Railroad Sites (2 miles), Confederate Prison Confederate Cemetery (12 miles), Piasa Bird Painting (12 miles), History Museum (5 miles)
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Romantic Interest
 What could be more romantic than rexlaxing in the bed and breakfast built as a wedding gift?
Sumptuous triple sheeted feather beds, whirlpools for two, fireplaces. Complimentary 24 hour "All you can eat" chocolate buffet.
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