Step back in time and experience the Gilded Age…read more Our entire two night, two day stay was extraordinary. Kathy, the Innkeeper, was such a joy to get to know. She served up breakfast each morning with such attention to detail. And her cooking was worth the overnight stay just for the breakfast! Husbands, if you want to impress your wife, book a weekend at The Victorian! The place is filled with antiques, art and living spaces worth exploring. We came to Fairfield on an exploratory genealogy assignment. Lodging at The Victorian on Main took us back to a much simpler time. A time we envisioned how our ancestors may have lived.The truth is, The Victorian on Main, built in 1895, was a mansion compared to the homes of our early agrarian ancestors who lived in Ellery, Illinois just 20 miles away. We felt like honored guest in the home of a close family member.

Right on Main Street in Fairfield, IL stands a grand lady- The Victorian on Main…read more She seems to be a beacon of life and love for her lovely community. One of the longest standing homes in Fairfield, the history and stories she contains are abundant. However, this Victorian is not just a great historical mainstay, but an incredible present and awesome future. The ownership of this grand lady is a family affair- Amy and Scott Boyett, Amy's adorable mom and innkeeper Miss Kathy, Amy's brother and her sister. They have restored and amplified the grandeur of the home. Each room has been designed and filled with amazing furnishings that reflect the past but provide every luxurious modern convenience that you need. During our stay we enjoyed the gorgeous Garden Suite and the Squirrel's Nest. The Garden Suite is located on the second floor. The room is so spacious, plus it has a balcony that over looks Main Street. There are windows across the front of the room, which allows for the perfect amount of natural light. The room also has a bathroom, which they have furnished with STEAM toiletries (so nice!). I loved the cozy king size bed- the pillows and linens were divine. The Squirrel's Nest is located on the 3rd floor. The room is huge. There is a sitting area, which has a very comfortable sleeper sofa. I enjoyed sitting there watching TV, while my daughter worked at the window-facing desk. According to her, it was the perfect workspace. There are lots of windows around the room allowing for lots of natural light. The bed has its own special room- a cozy and imaginatively designed wooden tent. It was created around the attic-like space, and fits perfectly. The room also has its own bathroom. The first floor contains lots of areas to relax and enjoy the company of other guests and Miss Kathy. One of my favorite things about the house was the back staircase. While the front staircase is grand, the back staircase made me feel like the home was mine. Like I knew all of the hidden nooks. To add the icing to our amazing cake of a visit... the breakfast. Miss Kathy serves a delicious buffet style breakfast every morning in the elegant dining room. There are sweet and savory options that are all very pleasing to the palate. During our amazing stay, we enjoyed being able to talk with other guests as well as to Scott and Miss Kathy. Their passion to create a place for people to come and relax really is just the tip of the iceberg. They truly have a heart to care for people. They take the time to create what each guest needs- whether that is a girls' getaway, college visit, or family reunion. They have only been open since July 2019, so they have lots more planned for the property. Jenni and I totally think that you should make your reservation today to have a wonderful stay at the Victorian on Main. I am confident that you will love it and that you will become a return guest, just like us (we are going back in July).

David and Jonathan were excellent hosts. My wife and I spent two nights in their home. Both…read morebreakfasts were delicious. The room was very clean and comfortable. Our stay was enjoyable and relaxing. I'd be happy to stay with them again.

From the owner: Enjoy upscale comfort and beyond belief breakfast at New Harmony longest running bed and breakfast…read more our rooms feature modern amenitys in a historic home. call or email for availability and rates

Delicious warmed puff pastry with fresh fruit covered with a vanilla custard drizzle perfect ending…read moreto a long day. Owner Shanna knows how to make her guests comfortable in their home nestled in the magnificent Shawnee countryside

First off I wanna say this is the best bed and breakfast I've ever stayed in tim and Shanna the…read moreowners are the best so nice and helpful especially if your new to the area tell you where to go where not to go so if your in the area and looking for a bed and breakfast I recommend stone face manor

I had a short but very nice stay at this bed and breakfast. It is nestled in a small residential…read morecommunity at the edge of Shawnee National Forest, at the end of an unpaved road. The house and garden are surrounded by trees so you feel like you are staying in the forest. It's only a few miles away from Garden of the Gods and other hiking trails in Shawnee. It is run by a lovely older woman named Sona. She is amazing and made the most delicious pancakes for breakfast! The house is immaculately clean and no detail was spared in giving it a cozy country home feel. If you are traveling to So. Illinois for the wine trails, House of Nahum is about 40 miles east of the wine trails, but we were able to find the place using GPS after leaving the wineries after dark without a problem. Our stay was perfect, and Sona was the perfect hostess. If you find yourself at House of Nahum, tell her Maggie from Chicago said hello.

Thanks Rebecca for the warm welcome to a beautiful room and the views are amazing! We stayed for a…read morecouple of days while visiting a friend. This is so relaxing with a jacuzzi and the most comfortable bed with perfect pillows. We had a nice hike and when we came back the shower was perfect. You step out to warm room from the ceiling heater/fan and wrap yourself in a warmed towel. Put comfort. We were close to 12 wineries and enjoyed the long cal eatery Blue Boar. Delicious too. Can't wait to return. Enjoy!!

I stayed here with my now fiance earlier this month for our anniversary. Not only was it special…read morebecause he proposed, but the accommodations were wonderful! It was easy to find and the owner, Rebecca, met us late Friday to show us the room as we had to drive in from St. Louis. The room was even nicer looking than the pictures and had all the amenities as promised! The room was very clean and welcoming. The jacuzzi tub was AMAZING and even had aromatherapy bath gel to use. My favorite feature aside from the tub was definitely the towel warmer in the bathroom. It's hard to beat a warm towel when you are stepping out of the shower! I even used it to warm up my bathrobe, which was also provided. If you are looking for a romantic weekend getaway, this is the place to go. We were so close to the wine trail, which we enjoyed Saturday, and loved being out in nature away from it all but still close enough to get back onto the highway without trouble. We had an excellent experience!

Beautiful, classic elegance, in one of Evansville's old historic homes. The rooms are large and…read morewell set up - with wonderful beds. The innkeepers are lovely. This absolutely is THE place to stay in Evansville. Only regret is that our stay was too short!

Cutest town in Indiana and the perfect Hoosier hospitality to stay while you visit!! Absolutely…read moreloved my stay from the service to the views! Everything is a 5-10 minute walk away!

friends & i stayed here, i was so excited, i was so disappointed, on the outside this place looks…read moregreat. on the inside is another story. i got vibes of an old nursing home. lol i know it had never been but thats how i felt. The room was ok THE BEDS ARE AWFUL, nothing to wright home to mama about for the price you would think there would be a comfortable bed to sleep in & breakfast in the morning! ABSOLUTEY NOT. this place is sooo outdated ( thats an understatement) we went to rent golf carts that was a no buano as well. for the price of the room a golf cart should have come with the room especially with all the walking. we could not enjoy it, we have bad knees and back and was wanting to go ride around the trails BUT AGAIN NOPE. so we stayed in the room and the kids went to the pool. WE WONT BE DOING THIS AGAIN for the price you should be paying us to stay!

My 7-year-old son & I stayed here on April 4 thru 7, 2015 for quick-but-comfortable access to the…read moresights of the spectacular Shawnee National Forest (if going, try the Garden of the Gods Backpacker Parking and Rim Rick to Pounds Hollow Trails). Bruce and Sue were extremely accommodating. In fact, Bruce let me usurp his garage spot to charge my electric car (they refused to take money for the electricity usage). Sue's breakfasts were also top notch. Lastly, the grounds and proximity to river views were exceptional. I rated this 5 stars not because it is perfect (the décor was dated and the toilets and showers were small) but because it fully met my expectations given the price (only $130/night for the large Captain's room and high-quality breakfast for 2) and the age of the building (the house is over 100 years-old). I'd happily pay 20% more if they opted to refresh the décor (e.g., wallpaper, improved baths). We will return either way

Beautiful location with a porch view of the Ohio River. Husband and I went to Southern Illinois for…read morea fall getaway. With limited lodging options in the beautiful Shawnee National Forest, this was a hidden gem. We truly enjoyed the company of the owner and other guests as we relaxed on the porch. Breakfast was a wonderful treat thanks to Sue's culinary skills. Our only complaint was the bed in our room (the Quilt Room) was very worn out. We were told it was about to be replaced--definitely needed! It sound like other rooms were more updated on beds. We loved the house and owners and would love to return.

We loved staying in this beautiful old mansion with an amazing history. We were made to feel at…read morehome, had great conversation with the inn keeper and enjoyed hearty breakfasts! This is a great place to stay when you want to visit beautiful Shawnee National Forest, but don't want to camp or stay in a cabin!