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  • This wonderful Italianate home, built in 1871, is surrounded by seven acres of stately trees and flowers and offers five antique funished bedrooms with private baths. A sumptuous breakfast is served.

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    Looking for Lincoln?? Flagg Farmstead B&B is located just north of Springfield in Sherman, Il. one half mile north of the Rail Golf Course, 15 minutes from Abraham Lincoln's Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield and 18 miles from Lincoln's New Salem. This wonderful Italianate home, built in 1871, is surrounded by seven acres of stately trees. This gracious home offers five antique furnished bedrooms with private baths. Your stay will include a sumptuous breakfast served in the elegant dining room. Flagg Farmstead is listed in the National Register of Historic Homes.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Lincoln history, golf, tennis, walking, flowers, travel

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    Property Noted For:

    • Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

    • Abraham Lincoln's Home

    • Lincoln's New Salem Village

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Fitness

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Radio

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Amenities Basket

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Fireplace

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Private entrance

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wet bar

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    Nightly Rate

    $105 - $155

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4pm to 6pm    Check out: 11am

    • Deposit amount required: One third of reservation total

    • Cancellations: Fourteen days notice prior to reservation date

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinking description: Complimentary wine is offered

    • Drinks available: L

    • Children allowed: Subject to consideration of other guests

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • AAA
      Percent off: 5% Days required: 1

    • AARP
      Percent off: 5% Days required: 1

    • Corporate with house account
      Percent off: 25% Days required: 1

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 7am to 9am

    • Serving location: front porch, Dining Room

    Signature Dish

    Baked French Toast
    Either Apples and Cranberries served with sausage patties or Peaches and Cream Cheese served with bacon

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

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  • Location Type

    • Airport

    • Countryside

    • Small town

    • Suburban

    • Village

    City

    • Springfield

    • Distance to city: 1 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From I-55 northbound or southbound, take Sherman exit on the north edge of Springfield, turn right and proceed to first stop light (Andrew Road) turn right and proceed past fire station (on right) and library (on left) to Old Tipton School Road. Turn left on Old Tipton. Flagg Farmstead is on left. From Springfield, take 9th street north to Route 4 (Bus.55), continue north across Sangamon River to Sherman. Turn left at second stop light. Flagg Farmstead is north approx. 6 blocks on right.

    Airport

    • Springfield, IL (SPI-Capital) 7 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Turn right from airport and proceed to Route 4. Turn left and proceed north approx. four miles across Sangamon River to Sherman. Turn left at 2nd stop light (Old Tipton School Road) and proceed north approx. 4 blocks. Flagg Farmstead on right.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Lincoln's Home

    • Frank Lloyd Wright/Dana Thomas Home

    • Lincoln's New Salem Village

    • Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Antiquing

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Video Arcade

    • Water sports

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    Weekend stay at Flagg Farmstead

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My friend and I stayed 2 nights at this B&B. The rooms are lovely. We had to change rooms (booked only a week ahead) so stayed one night in the Sarah Flagg room and one night in the Lincoln room. The Sarah Flagg room was the nicer of the two, roomier, but both were very comfortable and pretty. Everything was very, very clean. There is only a tv down in the sitting room, none in the 2 bedrooms we stayed in. I'm sure this is done to keep it quiet, but it would have been nice to know in advance. They served a breakfast each morning at 8:30. The food was good, but it was served on your plate, so if you didn't like something it went to waste. Would have liked to see it served in dishes where you could make your own choices. We had pancakes & bacon one morning, and egg quiche the next, with juice (poured for you/no pitcher left on the table) or coffee (carafes on the table/pour your own.) The innkeepers were polite and accommodating. There were also free tickets to the Lincoln Library & Museum which we used. Wonderful sites to see! There is a small fridge in the kitchen that had sodas and water in it that you could help yourself to. A small fridge in each room would have been nice, there was plenty of room, but it probably would take away from the ambiance of each room. Convenience vs looks, unsure how I feel about that one. Overall I would recommend this B&B to friends and family, and if ever in the Springfield area again would book another stay here.

    A delight

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    The house was beautiful, clean, and breakfast was fantastic. (Cornmeal blueberry pancakes were delicious) The owners provided tickets to Lincoln's muesum, along with excellent directions to whereever you wanted to go. We are planning to go back at Xmas and maybe some golf at the Rail next summer.

    Fantastic Stay!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    My recent stay at the Flagg Farmstead was truly relaxing. The Polites serve an awsome breakfast (the guests who like to cook were requesting recipes). French toast with fruit, a perfect omelet, juice choices--all were excellent. Our host drove into town to get me a free ticket to visit the Abraham Lincoln Museum. Doug and Rose Polite could not have been nicer. They made my stay at their absolutely charming home a delight. Check out the light fixtures when you stay there. Sit on the porch and imagine the day when Abe Lincoln would ride past on his horse. What a treasure. I highly recommnend.

    A step back to a gentler way of living

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    I stayed with Doug and Rose earlier this month and truly enjoyed my time in their lovely, historic farmhouse. The rooms were clean and beautifully decorated with period pieces. The staircase and ground floor gave me the sense that I'd stepped back in time. There's a booklet filled with interesting facts about the history of the home and the area. Breakfast was delicious and served with grace and style. Like all good hosts, Doug and Rose were very relaxed while still making sure our needs were met. Izzie, a rare Rocket Terrier was truly a delight! I'd definately stay again! ~Cathi O.

    Nice place to stay

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We enjoyed the three nights we spent in this historic house. Doug and Rose went out of their way to be helpful during our stay. They recommended wonderful places to eat while in the area. They provided us with tickets to the Lincoln Museum. This is a nice place to stay and Doug and Rose very nice inn keepers. I might add that we enjoyed the breakfast they served very much too.

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