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"This was a very unique experience. The house and countryside is beautiful
and comfortable. You are wonderful hosts, and a delight to be with. We had a great time." - SK, St. Charles, MO
"This was a very peaceful, rustic setting in the country. The
innkeeper is a great host. Thanks for a uniquely wonderful time." - WS, St. Louis, MO
"We could hardly stay long enough! This place is gorgeous, and you
are wonderful. It was a complete pleasure to stay here. Thanks for the DVDs, and may you have continued success."
- SJ & KJ, Paducah, KY
"What a wonderful adventure: great fishing, great food, great blarney;
and great sleeping. We feel we've made great friends here, and look forward to returning. Best wishes in all you
undertake!" - DS & MS, Chatham, IL
"I liked the ghost-hunting, hammock, telescope, and my room. I
really liked when we heard the Indian drums on Mill Stone Bluff." - LMM, 7, Newburg, IN
"I enjoyed the thunderbird and thinking tree on Mill Stone Bluff and
while being there when the "Rainbow People" played there drums on a nearby mountain, an amazing feeling and inner strength
came over me." - KKL, Newburg, IN
"We had a great time on our haunted weekend - very interesting history
- such a peaceful feeling up on Mill Stone Bluff - the drums. While touring the haunted sites I caught the wonderful
scent of the beautiful young mother. The company and conversations were great. Thank you!" - DM, Ava, IL
"We had a grand time - music, food, and good craic. We look forward
to another time for more stories." - MO, Carbondale, IL
"Thanks for your wonderful hospitality. It reminded us of B&Bs
in Ireland." - TR, Carbondale, IL
"Good food, great conversation, and a good fire! What a life.
You have my vote. Next time I am in the area I will always stay at The Irish Inn. No more Ramada or
Hampton Inns for me. I believe many business travelers will come here once they know about it. Congratulations on
an idea that turned into a vision that now has become a reality." - MV, Bath, IL
"The Irish Inn was just what I needed for a couple days. Rest and
food - it's that simple. You were very nice to me when I was away from home and needed to see a friendly face.
How can I gain five pounds in two days? The answer is the cooking here - good and plenty and prepared before
dawn to fit my business schedule. Thanks & good luck from the Man from Man, West Virginia now working and living
away." - PPB, Jackson, OH
"This was the first Bed & Breakfast we have ever stayed in.
It was like staying with family. I loved the many windows - a good view from each one. It was great waking up
to the Irish music! The huge breakfasts were great and filling, and we appreciated the kind hospitality." - RJB, KADB
& GB, Chesterfield, MO
"We love the setting - the trees and the pond. What a pretty log
house! The hospitality and stories are warm and entertaining, respectively. This food is delicious -- you won't
go away hungry!" - BS & SS, Springfield, IL
"I had a wonderful time. This is the first time I've been to a
bed and breakfast, and I was a little worried. It seems like such an intimate thing to do. You made me feel so
welcome and comfortable. I hope to return someday. Thank you." - KG, St. James, MO
Our first B&B was magnificent. Now I know that the selling
points of great food and lovely accomodations are supposed to determine one's opinion of a place, and there were all wonderful.
It's the conversation that I'll remember and the enjoyment of a well told tale. Thanks!" - DG, St. James, MO
"What a nice way to spend a weekend - thanks so much! You have
a lovely home, as well as the bed and breakfast suites. Hope to see you again soon." CB, Hillsboro, MO
"The craic was mighty; the food was excellent; the hospitality wonderful.
I shall return. Thank you." - MB, Hillsboro, MO and County Tipperary, Ireland
"Enjoyed the hospitality, location, and most of all the opportunity to
meet new friends. We will certainly look forward to returning to The Irish Inn,and will recommend it to friends and
acquaintances. Thank you again for you warm hospitality." - ES & MS, Le Claire, IA
"I enjoyed my wonderful time with my new friends. Your Irish Inn
is lovely, and I can't wait to return." - JH, Chicago, IL
"Free time in a country atmosphere is wonderful, and there is no warmer
hospitality in Illinois than at The Irish Inn. Great conversation, good fellowship, and warm wonderful food all combine
for an unforgettable weekend experience. As long as The Irish Inn is open, I'll be back!" - KS, Willowbrook, IL
"The fantastic food and wonderful hospitality were surpassed only by
the great conversation and storytelling. A day in our life to remember and cherish forever. We shall return!
Best of Irish luck." - RN & VN, Vienna, IL
"I had the most perfect weekend here. You made us feel so at home
and comfortable. The food and hospitality were amazing. I can't wait to come back, and thanks for the good Irish
luck." - KM, Hollywood, CA
"Good food, good company, good times - we'll definately be back!" - PB,
Belleville, IL
"Thanks for your charming hospitality. This is a wonderful
inn. We'll certainly recommend you to our friends!" - MS & TH, Springfield, IL
"Wonderful conversation, food, company! We will definately be coming
back for another great weekend." - SS, Mahomet, IL
"Don't change a thing! We shared a memorable time with you folks,
and this something many inns and hotels never achieve. Great people are hard to find these days. Thanks for a
superb weekend." - MQ, Greenup, IL
"We really had a great time. The food and hospitality is A+.
Hopefully we will make it back in the winter and enjoy the warm fireplace and Irish tea with you." - MP & PC, St. Jacob,
IL
"Thanks for a wonderful time. Very peaceful, too. This was
our first B&B, but definately not the last!" - MR & BR, New Berlin, IL
"Thanks for a lovely peaceful retreat for us to enjoy our anniversary
weekend. This is a wonderful B&B to celebrate 25 years. Thank you so very much!" - GM & RM, Carterville,
IL
"Thank you so much for making our one-year anniversary a memorable one.
We truly enjoyed our weekend get-away, and look forward to many more visits. You definately live up to your reputation
in daring people to finish your traditional Irish breakfast. The breakfasts were fabulous and divine! We absolutely
loved everything, and eso enjoyed meeting you." - TG & BG, Springfield, IL
"Our stay here meant more to us than any other vacation we've had.
Thank you for letting us into your home. We had a wonderful time. Four days isn't enough time to see all the sites,
so we're going to come back. The food and friendship was great. Can't wait to tell everyone back home!" - BM &
MR (Michael William Joseph Patrck R), Arlington Heights, IL
"Thank you so much for all the extra effort you expended to make our
family weekend special. Good luck." - VM, Creve Coeur, MO
"My family just returned from Ireland, which included a wonderful stay
at the Muckross Stables B&B near Kilkenny. However, as much as we enjoyed that stay, the breakfast and hospitality
didn't compare to that we experienced at The Irish Inn in Southern Illinois. We enjoyed traditional Irish fare superior
to our breakfasts in Ireland, as well as the company of new friends we're sure to visit again." - RB, Creve Coeur, MO
"This is the place for any family with children! You were friendly
and sweet to my girls, letting them dance, sing, and play the tin whistle all evening making their own ceile! Thank
you." - JB, Creve Coeur, MO
"It was great!" - HB, 8, Performer & Leprechaun Hunter, Creve Coeur,
MO
"The food was wonderful and awesome." - RB, 10, Great Irish Dancer, Creve
Coeur, MO
"What a wonderful stay we had. My wife, two children, and I had
The Irish Inn as home base during Labor Day weekend as we attended a nearby family reunion. Home base is a good term,
too, as it indeed did feel like home. We've never been to Ireland, so I don't know what it is like, but I do know what
it is like to feel welcomed...and we were. Thank you!" - RM & PM, Wilmette, IL
"What a gracious innkeeper. Your home is beautiful, and our stay
was relaxing and comfortable. The breakfast was magnificent, and the conversation and company delightful.
We had a wonderful stay, and will pass it on to our friends that The Irish Inn is the place to be. Thank you so much
for your kindness and hospitality." - TC & BR - Carbondale, IL
"We enjoyed the company, the stories, and the beautiful scenery.
We plan to experience the winter season on our next trip. Thanks for your hospitality." - MS & MM, St. Louis, MO
"The Irish Inn brought the magic, romance, and friendship of Ireland
to our weekend. Thank you for a weekend filled with charming and enjoyable memories. The company and the meals
will always be cherished. Hugs!" - RA & MKA, Tinley Park, IL
"What can we say? Without your friendship and a magical winter
holiday at The Irish Inn, this picture would never have been possible." - PCK & BMWK, Oslo, Norway & Chicago, IL
"We enjoyed the company, the stories, and the beautiful scenery.
We plan to experience the winter season on our next trip. Thanks for your hospitality." - MS & MM, St. Louis, MO
"The Irish Inn brought the magic, romance, and friendship of Ireland
to our weekend. Thank you for a weekend filled with charming and enjoyable memories. The company and the meals
will always be cherished. Hugs!" - RA & MKA, Tinley Park, IL
"What can we say? Without your friendship and a magical winter
holiday at The Irish Inn, this picture would never have been possible." - PCK & BMWK, Oslo, Norway & Chicago, IL
"Thanks for your hospitality. It is really beautiful here in the
autumn." - KW & DW, Peoria, IL
"We loved the hospitality, the interesting conversation, the country
atmosphere, Irish music, and great food. We'll tell our Irish friends (and those not Irish as well!)" - CF & BF,
Champaign, IL
"A great time, beautiful house, gorgeous setting, and wonderful hosts.
Restful sleep and amazing and delicious food. Breakfast just like the B&B's in Ireland. We will recommend
The Irish Inn to all our friends and family." - EM & AM, Chicago, IL
"Wonderful time, excellent food, very beautiful B&B. We really
enjoyed ourselves the whole time, and had a great time celebrating our anniversary!" - DP & SP, Ozark, IL
"Thank you for a lovely first anniversary weekend! We've had a
wonderful time hiking, but had a great time of coming back." - CKD & EP, Chicago, IL
"You have a beautiful home. Thank you for sharing it with
us! The breakfast was great!" - TE & AW, St. Louis, MO
"We loved the stories and hospitality! We also enjoyed climbing
the stairs to the tower. On our midnight ghost tour, we saw flashing "lights" or whatever that was? and the encounter
in the old tunnel. We also liked getting "stared down" by the orange orbs out on the old horse trails. Tell them
we would like to come back and eye them or take a ride." - CT, ST, Benton, IL & MF, Affton, MO
"Really unique home. Love the way you've decorated. Hospitality was
wonderful as was the food. We'll certainly recommend you to others." - ET & CT, Webster Grove, MO
"A lovely home, comfy bed, and great food - life doesn't get any better
than this. Thanks for sharing fun stories and friendly dogs. Look forward to seeing you again soon." - JG, LaGrange,
IL
"Thanks for a very relaxing respite from the city. The atmosphere
at The Irish Inn competes with any we've experienced, both in the US and Europe. Love that Irish cooking and terrific
breakfast. A special thanks from Annie and Cali (our dogs) for welcoming them and giving them special treats.
Hope to visit again soon!" - DS & CS, Manchester, MO
"I enjoyed this warm feeling of being here. It was a nice time
and fun meeting you. Keep your back to the wall. We will be back, and up the Republic!! - JS - Chicago, IL
"A great weekend! You definitely started our climbing days out
right with the full Irish breakfast and attentive hospitality, and I loved ending the day with tea and cakes. The
sandwiches made from leftovers from breakfast were devoured. Thanks again for a wonderful weekend!" - JS, St. Louis,
MO
"It is a lovely place you have here. It reminds me of a European/American
version of a Japanese Ryokan. I hope my wife's parents can stay here next time they come from Japan. I'm from
Vienna, and I enjoyed staying at such a beautiful B&B in the middle of my home forest on our wedding night!" - TM, Japan
"Health, prosperity, and happiness to you in 2004! Thank you for
being the light in the storm. What a wonderful surprise and a nice respite from the daily strife. Thank you for
your gracious hospitality and conversation. I am going to miss awakening to the delicious Irish breakfasts with the
sounds of Ireland in the background. You have created something truly special here at The Irish Inn that will surely
flourish. Our family's year ended and began at your B&B, which means good luck for us all in this upcoming year
2004! Sincerely" - HD, JD & Murphy - Buffalo Grove, IL
"This is our first real Bed & Breakfast that we have stayed in.
I love it here - it's just beautiful. The company is wonderful, the food is great, and the atmosphere here is amazing!
We felt right at home and hate to leave!" - HO, Marion, IL
"We had a wonderful stay here. I couldn't believe the feeling I
get by being here. I can't wait to come back in the spring. Breakfast!!! Unbelievable! More than plenty
and wonderful food. We thank you so very much for the hospitality and the atmosphere. We will see you soon!" -
JW, Marion, IL
"We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. As a Southerner born
and bred, I know about hospitality, and I have never experienced such genuine warmth and commorodory as my wife and I have
enjoyed this weekend. I highly recommend this B&B for the comfort and warm feelings as well as the true Irish welcome
that we received. When they say breakfast, they mean breakfast! It was wonderful and actually
more than we could eat." SC & LC, Carterville, IL
"I was very surprised at all the beautiful artifacts. You have
a very nice house and this is the first time I have gone into a B&B and been so comfortable. I love the dogs.
They are so friendly and fun to play with. The food was excellent!" - RW, Arlington Heights, IL
"I love the house and food. The dogs were nice, and my favorite
food was the bacon and all the different teas. Thank you!" - SD, 8, Arlington Heights, IL
"The food and tea were awesome. The house's architectural design was
awesome. The house felt like a second home, especially with the dogs. The innkeepers were nice and friendly."
- CD, Arlington Heights, IL
"This was our first Bed & Breakfast, and it won't be our last.
The innkeepers are wonderful hosts, and the house was beautiful. After only a short time, we felt as if we were staying
with friends. The food and different teas were quite an experience (I especially like the bangers!). Our
kids just loved the animals, and our host's easy-going attitude. We would like to return as soon as possible for a romantic
getaway without the kids. Thank you so much." - WD & AD, Arlington Heights, IL
"Lovely B&B - restful and unique - and thanks for the great hospitality!"
- JW & RW, Urbana, IL
"Tis a wee bit of Spring we been sharin wit ye. Saints be to gora
- four kinds of meat for breakfast. With this breakfast, we will be holdin down the Southern end of this Isle of Illinois.
May the sun always be at your back and a cool breeze blowing in thy countenance!" - JB & PB, Champain, IL
"This day will go into our memory as an unforgettable experience.
Sharing time in the beautiful Bed & Breakfast with such wonderful people make life special. May God bless you in everything
you do. You have made this day special for us!" EK & RK, Marion, IL
"What a wonderful secret place that we never knew existed! From
the bike ride in Tunnel Hill to the dinner at The Mansion to the fabulous walks around the wooded areas, we aren't sure who
love it more - Guiness (our dog) or us. We love our room, and just regret not being able to stay in it longer.
And now I smell the Irish breakfast that is about to be served! We will definitely be back!" - CF, PF & Guiness,
Evanston, IL
"We had a
wonderful stay here. I couldn’t believe the feeling I get by being here. I can’t wait to come back in the spring.
Breakfast!!! Unbelievable! More
than plentiful. Wonderful food. Irish
Innkeepers are the best. We thank you so very much for the hospitality and the
atmosphere. We will see you soon!!" – J.W. – Marion, Illinois
"This is the
first real bed and breakfast I have stayed at. I love it here. It is beautiful. The company is wonderful; the food great;
and the atmosphere here is amazing. They made us feel right at home. I hate to leave!" – H.O. – Marion, Illinois
"We have thoroughly
enjoyed our stay. As a Southern born and bred individual, I know about hospitality,
and I have never experienced such genuine warmth and commoraderie as my wife and I have enjoyed this weekend with our hosts. I highly recommend this B&B for the comfort and warm feelings, as well as the
true Irish welcome that we received. When they say breakfast, they mean breakfast! It was wonderful, and actually more than we could eat." – S. & L.C.
"I was surprised
at all the beautiful artifacts. You have a very nice house, and this is the first
time I have gone in a bed and breakfast, and it is so comfortable. I love the
animals – all so friendly and fun to play with. The food was excellent." – R.W.
"We
want to thank you for your hospitality and fun weekend. The food was yummy, and
it was so nice to meet the other erudite and intelligent guests. Everyone was
so nice, and we will be back next year." – D. & D.D. – Alton,
IL
"I loved the
house, and I liked the food. The animals are so nice! My favorite food was the bacon, and I liked the fire! Thank
you." – S.D., Age 6
"The food
was awesome. The house’s architectural design was awesome. The house felt like a second home, especially with the animals. The
innkeepers were very nice and friendly." – C.D.
"This was
our first B&B experience, and it won’t be our last! The innkeepers
were wonderful hosts, and the house was beautiful. After only a short time, we
felt as if we were staying with family. The food and different teas were quite
an experience (I especially liked the bangers). Our kids just loved the animals
and our easy-going hosts’ attitude. We would like to return as soon as
possible for a romantic getaway without the kids. Thank you!" – B. &
A.D. – Arlington Heights, IL
"Lovely B&B,
restful, and unique. Great hospitality!" – J. & R.W.
"Bena and
I had such a wonderful time staying at your place. I burned a CD with all out
photos from the trip. Feel free to use them on your website or just enjoy them. We love The Irish Inn. Thanks for everything."
– G. & B.W. – St. Louis, MO
"Thanks so
much for your hospitality, Brian and Lynn. The food, scenery, and conversations
were just what the doctor ordered." – Dr. D.K. – Chicago,
IL – September 16, 2008
"Thank you
so much for a wonderful experience. You treated our dogs as if they were just
as important guests as we are. We don’t know if we could have brought them
on this trip if you had not agreed to watch them while we went on the trail ride at Honey Bee Stables. This was a memorable anniversary, and thank you for sharing it with us.
We will tell everyone about you guys, and some day we will be back. Thanks
again." J. & T.F. – Cleveland,
OH – October 6, 2008
"Thanks so
much for a wonderful weekend. You made is stress-free, and we got the wedding
we always wanted! Thank you for sitting with our German shepherd, Ruby, so we
could get out and take in the scenery, as well as celebrate by going out to dinner on out wedding night. Ruby thinks we set this up so she could meet your Black Lab, Gus!
You are most gracious hosts, and we hope to make it back for a longer visit soon!"
- L. & G.F. – Springfield, IL
– October 11, 2008
"We
would like to thank you for a wonderful week. The both of you helped make this
trip very relaxing for the both of us. Exactly what I needed before I started
my new job. We thank you very much for your hospitality." – D.P. &
J.V. – Elmhurst, IL
"Thank you
very much for making our wedding day a special one! The decorating and food,
along with our cake was sensational! It was everything we had hoped our wedding
would be! I know we will be back to visit in the future, as this is now one of
the most memorable places for us in our life." Thanks again, T.J. & J.A.
– Farmington, IL –
October 18, 2008
Thank
you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. I couldn’t think of
a place that would suit my sister more for a location for her wedding. It was
a beautiful location and beautiful weather for a beautiful bride and wedding! Thanks
for the hospitality! – K.H. – Sahuarita, AZ
Thank you
for making our wedding day very special. We very much enjoyed our stay. It was very relaxing. The food and cake
was some of the best we ever had. Thank you again for your hospitality and kind
words. Hope to see you soon. – P. & D.S – DuQuoin, IL – October 23, 2008
This was our
first experience at a bed and breakfast, and we were not disappointed! We had
a great time visiting with the Irish Innkeepers. Their hospitality was amazing. Thanks so much!! – T. & D.M – Bourbonnais,
IL
Thank
you so much for making our wedding stay special and memorable. We had a wonderful
time, and you gave us our dream wedding. Thank you for your kindness and hospitality!
– D. & J.S. & dogs/bridesmaids, Shugah & Sunbeam – Crestwood,
MO
Thank you
for your friendship and hospitality. You are a great couple. Love and be best friends forever! Your home is beautiful! You made us feel so welcome. We love
you! Thanks again, D.D. – Jonesboro, IL & D.O. – Alton, IL –
November 1, 2008
Thank you
so much for your hospitality! We have had a wonderful weekend. We loved our room, the food, the ghost tour, and the conversations!
We cannot wait to come back and tell our friends about The Irish Inn. – C. & S.R. – Atoka, TN – November 8, 2008
We would
like to thank you for making our girls weekend out a great one. Your hospitality
and great stories (and great food!) will have us talking about this trip for a long time.
Even though this was our first time here, sitting and talking with the Irish Innkeepers was like talking with old friends. We felt very welcome in this house. We
will be back! Can’t wait to tell all our friends! We will never forget the night of the railroad ghost sighting. That
was awesome! Thanks! – J.H. – Moscow
Mills, MO & P.W. – Fenton, MO
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