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.
This property has been featured in 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, 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, Near St. Louis and MO.
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Rooms & Rates |
Rates: $119 to $358 Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks, JCB, ITEX, NCE and ICRE. Rooms: This property has 5 total guest accommodations with private bath, 2 with fireplaces, 4 with whirlpools, 1 suite and 2 conference rooms. The types of beds available include King, Queen 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 inquire. Pets: Innkeepers pets on premises and Nearby kennel facilities are available. Smoking: Smoke Free Property and Outside Only.
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Services & Amenities |
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast, Serving either continental breakfast, country style breakfast at an area cafe and or gourmet breakfast in bed (or the formal dining room). 24-hour "all you can eat" chocolate buffet in the formal dining room. Types of meals: Early Coffee/Tea, Continental Breakfast, Continental Plus Breakfast, Full Breakfast, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Vegetarian Breakfast, Room Service, Banquet Service, Catering Service and 24 Hour "All You Can Eat" Chocolate Buffet. Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Cable TV, Reading Lamps, CD Player, Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Clock Radio, Telephone, Television, Turn-Down Service, Desk, VCR, Hot Tub/Spa, Voice Mail, Fireplace, DVD, Hair Dryer, Bathrobes, Bath Amenities, Wireless Internet Access, Iron/Ironing Board, Luxury bath amenities including the B&B's homemade lavender bath salts, Telephone with free local calling and voice mail. Amenities On Site: Library, Parlor Games, Computers, Copy Machine, Phone, Fax, Fireplace, Television, VCR, Gift Shop, DVD, verandah, hammock, badminton, horseshoes and croquet. Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Television, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Daily Newspapers, Gym Nearby, Flexible Cancellation, Off-site Dry Cleaning Services, Flexible Check in/out Times and Business rates. Transportation Services: Airport Pickup, Train Station Pickup and Bus Station Pickup.
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Spa Services |
On-Site Spa Services: Body Scrubs, Cosmetics, Facials, Massages, Medical Spa Services and Water Therapies.
Specialty Treatments: La Stone Massage, Body Polish, Glycolic Acid Peels, Obaji Blue Peel, Vichy Shower, La Stone Massage, Prenatal Massage, Parafango. Spa Packages: Ladies Only Spa Getaway, Couples Only Spa Getaway, Beall Mansion In-Room Spa Package, Golf & Spa Getaway, In Room Massage by appointment, Rejuvenation Package Off-Site Spa Services Available Nearby Recommended Spas:
Dutch Hollow Medical Day Spa
(618)466-9496
www.dutchhollowdayspa.com
dutchspa@aol.com
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Discounts |
Special Discounts: For the ultimate experience, choose the Pampered Bed & Breakfast Getaway. Includes Champagne, turn-down service, imported gourmet chocolates, plush monogrammed robes (also available for purchase), homemade lavender bath salts, toiletries, daily maid service and your choice of four breakfast options including gourmet breakfast in bed for an additional $35 per room per day. For elegant accommodations without the extra amenities choose the "No Frills" Plan and save $40 per night. Visit Web site for details.  - 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. Reserved at the regular rack 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
Travel Club Discounts: 40% off Jan. 1-Dec. 30, Sunday-Thursday night stays reserved at the regular rack 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: Reunions, Seminars, Meetings, Weddings, Romantic Getaways and Corporate Retreats. Other Activities: Amusement Park, Antiquing, Art Galleries, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Sports Events, Major, College, Tennis, Water Sports, Wineries, 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) |
Thymes Past Wine Bar & Bistro, Gentelin's on Broadway, Bossanova. |
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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 |
 Sumptuous feather beds, whirlpools for two, fireplaces.
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Ratings |
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