Inn Details
The Seacord House is an 1890's Victorian lovingly furnished in period decor with lace curtains and family antiques. The parlors are available for conversation or reading. Games, cards and books are always on hand. Relax on the front porch swing or enjoy the backyard patio. We are close to Knox College, Carl Sandburg's birthplace, the Bishop Hill colony and the Spoon River country. Our own special recipe muffins, waffles or other treats are made 'from scratch' daily to make your breakfast memorable.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Nearest major city: Peoria, IL (45 miles NW)
- Directions to property:
From Quad cities on 74 take exit 46a onto 34, take Seminary St exit, turn left onto Seminary St, go to 2nd stop light at Losey St, turn right onto Losey, go to Cherry St. Or from Peoria take exit 48a off of 74. Go West on Main St. to Cherry St. Turn right onto Cherry Street, 6 blocks to Losey. We are at the intersection on the Northwest corner. - Nearest major airport: Peoria, IL (PIA-Greater Peoria)
- Meeting places:
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms
- There are 3 guest accommodations
- Single occupancy rate is $ 49.00
- Double occupancy rate is $ 59.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 7 - 9
- Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room
- Additional food services included in room rate: afternoon or evening snack, Afternoon tea, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
- Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Lyle's Malt Waffles
Light, crisp, rich waffles accompanied by fresh strawberries when available, real maple syrup.
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is allowed outside only (outside only)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Children are welcome (well behaved children always welcome)
- No childcare is provided (must take child along if leave premises)
- Deposit amount required (credit card # or 1 night charges)
- Check in time is flexible and Check out time is flexible
- Cancellations:
2 day notice, will re-book if possible or charge to credit card if not possible - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Illinois Bed & Breakfast Association
Discounts available:| | 14% | Length of Stay | Minimum stay: 7 days |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Gwen & Lyle Johnson
Interests: cooking, antiques, international exchange students, travel, books and music, our guests. Lyle is head start consultant, cooks breakfasts. Gwen manages Bed and Breakfast business. - The innkeepers speak: English
Area Attractions
Beach, Nature area, Carl Sandburg birthplace, Riverboat Casino, Bishop Hill, Knox College, River
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Canoeing, Golfing, Hunting
Galesburg Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Galesburg, Illinois.