Inn Details
Located in the heart of the historic district, one block from Illinois College, the Governor Duncan Mansion and the Illinois School for the Deaf, this beautiful 100-year-old home has been magnificently restored. Architectural details include a carved Victorian staircase, five tiled fireplaces, pocket doors, wood floors and stunning chandeliers in every room. Two beautifully-appointed luxury guest suites, each with private bath and private sitting room, invite you to relax and rejuvenate. Multi-course gourmet breakfasts are served in the formal dining room, or to your room on silver trays. Spa services are available in the privacy of your own suite.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- College town
- Historic Town
- Looking for Lincoln sites
- Small town
- Nearest major city: Springfield, IL (25 miles East)
- Directions to property:
From St. Louis/Quincy via Route 67
Take the Morton Avenue exit heading east. Go .2 of a mile, then turn left onto Mound Road, which will “S” curve into West College Avenue. Turn left onto Webster, then right onto West State Street at Duncan Park. Blessings is located on your
right near the end of the block.
From St. Louis via Route 267
Cross Interstate 72 and proceed approximately 3 miles, passing through South Jacksonville. Turn left at the light onto Morton Avenue, then right at the light onto Church Street. Turn left at the light onto West State. Blessings is located approximately 1/2 mile on your left.
From Springfield via Interstate 72
Take the Morton Avenue exit heading west into Jacksonville. Turn right at the light onto Church Street, then left at the light onto West State. Blessings is located approximately 1/2 mile on your left.
From the North via Route 78
From Route 78, Main Street, turn right onto West Walnut at the four-way stop, heading west. Go .2 of a mile, then turn left onto North Church Street. Turn right when you reach the light at West State. Blessings is located approximately 1/2 mile on your left. - Nearest major airport: Springfield, IL (SPI-Capital) 38 miles
- Directions from airport:
Start out going west on Capital Airport Drive toward IL-29S/N J David Jones Parkway. Turn left onto IL-29S/N J David Jones Parkway. Turn Right onto IL-4S/S Veterans Parkway. Merge onto I-72 West/US-36 W for about 25 miles. Take the Morton Avenue exit 68 and stay to the right. Merge right onto Morton Avenue, heading west into Jacksonville. Turn right at the light onto Church Street, then left at the light onto West State. Blessings is located approximately 1/2 mile on your left.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars) All occupancy rates are subject to change - State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Two Luxury Guest Suites
- There are 2 guest accommodations (2 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 109.00 and $ 159.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 109.00 and $ 159.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 10.00
- Other Accommodations: Sitting Room with Day Bed
Two beautifully appointed guest suites are located on the second floor. Each suite features an electric fireplace, a full private bath en suite and an attached sitting room. The Tranquility sitting room offers an additional guest room with a twin-size Victorian iron day bed with a pop-up trundle. Perfect for a family, the Tranquility Suite sleeps a maximum of four.
Amenities | In Room | | | Air conditioning | Alarm clock | | Amenities Basket | Bath robes | | Board games | Coffee/Tea facilities | | DVD Player | Fireplace | | Hairdryer | Internet Service | | Ironing Board | Radio | | Satellite/Cable TV | TV | | Turndown Service | Wi-Fi |  | | On Site | | | CD player | Computer | | Conference Rooms | Copier | | Desk | Fax Machine | | Library | Videos | | Wedding Facilities | | | | Other Amenitites | | | ADA kit for our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Guests | Spa Services in the privacy of your own suite | | Afternoon snacks may be served on front porch | Innkeepers have knowledge of ASL and Deaf culture | | On-call staff fluent in American Sign (ASL) | Video Phone |
Meals - A Multi-course Gourmet Breakfast breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 7 a.m. and 10 a.m.
- Breakfast is served in the Dining Room, In room
- Additional food services included in room rate: 24-hour Family Friendly Beverage Buffet, Snack Basket, Afternoon tea, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
- Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
Policies - No minimum stay required
- Smoking is not allowed
- We cannot accommodate guest pets (Service animals are always welcome.)
- Children are welcome (Children are welcome accompanied by well-behaved parents)
- No childcare is provided
- Deposit amount required (In order to provide our guests with the best service and room availability, a 50% deposit or the rate for one night’s stay, whichever is greater, will guarantee a reservation of three or fewer nights.)
- Check in time is 3:00 p.m. and Check out time is Noon
- Cancellations:
When a cancellation notice is received at least 14 days prior to your stay, your deposit, less a $29 service fee, will be returned as a transferable gift certificate. After 14 days prior, a gift certificate “refund,” less a $29 service fee, will be available in the event that we are able to rebook your room.
Innkeepers - Innkeeper(s): Gwenn Eyer
Cooking, gardening, reading, needlepoint - The innkeepers speak: Knowledge of ASL, English
Area Attractions Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, Governor Duncan Mansion / Duncan Park, Colonel Grierson / Grierson Days, Underground Railroad, Springfield Lincoln Historic Sites, Looking for Lincoln / Abraham Lincoln, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services Onsite or Nearby Activities Bicycles, Shopping Jacksonville Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Jacksonville, Illinois.
Contact Information
 
Blessings on State1109 West State Street Jacksonville, IL 62650 USA
Innkeeper(s)
Gwenn Eyer
Rates:
$109 - $159
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