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The Rippon-Kinsella House
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Nightly Rate
$95 - $125
, - Reviews 40
- Rooms 3
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Accepts Gift Cards
Inn's website-
Address
1317 N. 3rd St.
Springfield, IL 62702
USA - Phone+1-217-241-3367
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The Rippon-Kinsella House is an 1871 brick Victorian located on a half-acre estate in a quiet tree-lined neighborhood on the north side of Springfield. We are within walking distance of Oak Ridge Cemetery and Lincoln's Tomb, and we are just ten minutes from downtown and other historic sites, including the Lincoln Home, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Frank Lloyd Wright's Dana-Thomas House. Relax beside the fireplace in the den with a glass of wine. Enjoy a quiet evening on the front porch or ride one of our bicycles through Oak Ridge Cemetery or nearby Lincoln Park.
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 40 Reviews
4.6 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
5 out of 5Great Getaway B&B!!!
May 06, 2013
A friend and I stayed here on our mini roadtrip to Springfield to visit all of the Lincoln attractions. The owner, Roger, was just wonderful and a pleasure to be around. We stayed in the Captain's Room and the decorations fit the room perfectly! Breakfast the next morning was over the top. Roger made us practically everything you could think of and we enjoyed his company while we ate. I would highly recommend this B&B to anyone and I would go back if I'm in the area.
5 out of 5Perfect!
November 11, 2012
This was a great place for a girls weekend getaway. Roger fed us well and is so friendly. The house is amazing. We plan on coming back in the summer!
5 out of 5A Great Get-Away Experience
June 13, 2012
My mom and I had a wonderful time at The Rippon-Kinsella House. Roger was a fabulous host and a great cook! He made us feel at home and was so friendly, we felt like we had always known him. We will definitely be back!
5 out of 5Elegant and Friendly
June 05, 2012
We stayed a night in the Captain's Quarters and we were taken aback by the superb decorating in our room and as well as the entire house. The owners showed a real passion for their work on the house. They were very friendly and within one night you felt like a part of the family! The breakfast was great as well. They were very attentive and were always there when we needed to ask for something. They even gave us a welcome with a cocktail with cheese and crackers in a beautiful room restored with a bar table. Absolutely charming!
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Roger Schmitz
Innkeepers Description:
Pets, gardening, cooking and baking, antiques, movies, conversation with friends...
The innkeepers speak:
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English
Resident Pets
1 Cat , 2 Dogs , cat in apt., dogs in kennel Others
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Nightly Rate
$95 - $125
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$95 - $125
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 3:00 PM Check Out: Noon
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Deposit Amount Required: A 50% deposit is required when a reservation is made.
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Cancellations: Due to the limited number of rooms, the following cancellation policy applies: If a reservation is cancelled more than 48 hours prior to the date of arrival, the deposit will be refunded. If a reservation is cancelled less than 24 hours prior to the date of arrival, a full night's rate will be charged. In the event of no-shows or early check-outs, a full night's rate will be charged.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: Limited
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Guest Pets Allowed: No
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Description: Complimentary beer, wine, cocktails, cheese and crackers
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Drinks Available: Yes
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Suitable For Children: Limited
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Childcare Provided: No
Discount Type
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Senior, AARP Discount (Sunday through Thursday)
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 1
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Nightly Rate
$95 - $125
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 40 Reviews
4.6 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 4
5 out of 5Great Getaway B&B!!!
May 06, 2013
A friend and I stayed here on our mini roadtrip to Springfield to visit all of the Lincoln attractions. The owner, Roger, was just wonderful and a pleasure to be around. We stayed in the Captain's Room and the decorations fit the room perfectly! Breakfast the next morning was over the top. Roger made us practically everything you could think of and we enjoyed his company while we ate. I would highly recommend this B&B to anyone and I would go back if I'm in the area.
5 out of 5Perfect!
November 11, 2012
This was a great place for a girls weekend getaway. Roger fed us well and is so friendly. The house is amazing. We plan on coming back in the summer!
5 out of 5A Great Get-Away Experience
June 13, 2012
My mom and I had a wonderful time at The Rippon-Kinsella House. Roger was a fabulous host and a great cook! He made us feel at home and was so friendly, we felt like we had always known him. We will definitely be back!
5 out of 5Elegant and Friendly
June 05, 2012
We stayed a night in the Captain's Quarters and we were taken aback by the superb decorating in our room and as well as the entire house. The owners showed a real passion for their work on the house. They were very friendly and within one night you felt like a part of the family! The breakfast was great as well. They were very attentive and were always there when we needed to ask for something. They even gave us a welcome with a cocktail with cheese and crackers in a beautiful room restored with a bar table. Absolutely charming!
5 out of 5Wonderful place to stay
May 29, 2012
We just had the most wonderful stay at the Rippon-Kinsella house! The home is in a great location where you can easily walk to Lincoln's Tomb and also to the wonderful restaurant Casa Real. Roger and Dave are the most gracious and charming hosts you could ever ask for. They went above and beyond to accommodate us - they even gave us a ride to the train station for our trip home, and gave us snacks "to go". The breakfast was wonderful and generous, and we so enjoyed the conversation and setting. For anyone contemplating a trip to Springfield, I highly recommend this B&B.
5 out of 5The best weekend for a stay-at-home mom!
May 28, 2012
I came to this B&B for some quiet, alone time away from my family. Roger and Dave make you feel so comfortable I felt like I was staying with friends. Roger is quite the cook and enjoys doing for others. They are both great conversanolists and I was quite entertained with sitting with them. Breakfast was served outside in their beautiful garden area. This was my first B&B stay, so I was quite happy. The house is wonderfully decorated with a lot of antiques and even the room was a joy to just walk around and see all the detail that had been put into decorating it. I plan on making this an annual trip and look forward to sit and chat with the guys again! I feel like I made lifelong friends! Thanks Roger and Dave! - Mary
4.4 out of 5FEEL AT HOME
October 26, 2011
This is a great place to stay. I have never felt more 'at home' anywhere. Roger, the owner, goes out of his way to make you feel welcome. Our room, Maid's, was the smallest of the rooms; cozy, comfortable, clean, and the price reasonable. There was also a small private sitting room too. Breakfast was served in the loving dining room. The table was set with beautiful china and glassware. We especially enjoyed the breakfast & conversation with our host & guests.
4.4 out of 5Great Get Away!
September 20, 2011
We stayed in the Campaign room which was nice, but after seeing the Captain's Room I would definitely reserve it the next time. The antique furnishings were wonderful! Roger and Dave were very helpful as well as interesting conversationalists. The room was very clean. Roger was an amazing cook. He served a healthy breakfast and the presentation of the meal was beautiful!
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Location
Location Type
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City
City - Chicago
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Distance to city: 200 miles
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Directions to property:
Coming south to Springfield from Chicago on I-55: Take the Sangamon Avenue exit and proceed to Peoria Road. (State Fairgounds is at intersection) Turn left on Peoria Road (Peoria Road turns into 9th Street) and go to North Grand Avenue. (McDonalds is at intersection) Turn right on North Grand Avenue and go to 3rd Street. Turn right on 3rd Street. The Inn is one block on the left. Coming north to Springfield from St. Louis on I-55: Take the 6th Street exit and proceed through town to North Grand Avenue. (Be sure to CROSS OVER South Grand Avenue) Turn left on North Grand Avenue and go to 3rd Street. Turn right on 3rd Street. The Inn is one block on the left. Coming west to Springfield from Champaign on I-72: I-72 ends at Dirksen Parkway and becomes Clearlake Avenue. Proceed on Clearlake Avenue to 6th Street. Turn right on 6th Street and go to North Grand Avenue. Turn left on North Grand Avenue and go to 3rd Street. Turn right on 3rd Street. The Inn is one block on the left. For more detailed instructions please visit mapquest.
Airport
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Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare) 200 miles
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Directions to property:
Follow above directions for "Coming south to Springfield from Chicago on I-55"
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Art Galleries
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Concert venue
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Lake
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Live Music
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Movie Theater
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Museum
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National/State parks
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Nature area
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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum
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Lincoln Home
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Lincoln Tomb
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Old State Capitol
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Frank Lloyd Wright's Dana-Thomas House
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Lincoln's New Salem
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Outlet Stores
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Performing Theater
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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River
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Vineyard
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Winery
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Zoo
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Bicycles
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Billiards
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Bird watching
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Boating
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Fishing
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Golfing
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Hiking trails
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Horseback riding
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Horseshoes
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Hunting
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Sailing
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Swimming
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Swimming pool
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Tennis courts
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Video Arcade
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Water sports
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Amenities
Type:
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Bed and Breakfast
Property highlights
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Honeymoons
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
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Weddings
On-site
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Air conditioning
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Board games
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CD player
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DVD Player
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Fireplace
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Piano
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Telephone
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VCR
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Videos
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Washer/dryer
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Wedding Facilities
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Wet bar
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Wi-Fi
Guest room(s)
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Alarm clock
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Ceiling fans
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Internet Service
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Radio
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Satellite/Cable TV
Other
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wine and cheese or cocktails every evening
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: Daily 7:30 to 9:00
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Serving Location: Patio - weather permitting,Dining Room
Complimentary Perks
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Afternoon Tea
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Non-alcoholic Beverages
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Wine/Cheese Plate
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Contact The Innkeeper
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