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Macomb, Illinois

The Inselhaus B&B

The Inselhaus B&B is an immaculate and pristeen Queen Anne style home built in 1901 by the Frank Blount family of Macomb, Illinois. It is one of the most stately homes in this historic and scenic community. The home was totally renovated and converted to a successful B&B in 2003 by the present owner. Each of the six guest rooms has a private bath with individually zoned hot water heat. In addition, each centrally air conditioned room is keyed for privacy with access to exterior doors for the convenience of the guests. Three antique fireplaces with scene depicted cast bronze covers as well as original pocket doors in the entry way, the parlor, and the tea room have been beautifully restored. The elegant, original lead glass windows in the parlor have been preserved and are mounted and hinged on the interior of the energy efficient replacement windows. A stately oak staircase leads inn guests to the six private bedrooms on the second floor, and then continues up to the two bedroom, third floor, inn keeper apartment. This third floor apartment has a charming wrap around windowed breakfast nook in the Queen Anne turret overlooking the rooftops of Macomb. At the time of the renovation in 2003, a first floor commercial kitchen was completed for the added purpose of scheduling "appointment only" dining for private weddings, parties, and celebrations in the parlor, breakfast room, and/or dining room. The "River Boat Captain" front porch and the second floor walk out balcony are ideal for reading or relaxing conversations. The Inselhaus has gained a reputation for its genuine hospitality, impeccable accommodations, delicious food, and festive celebrations. An on site cement parking lot accommodates twelve off street parking spaces. Additional parking on the adjacent streets is allowed.

Macomb is located approximately 50 miles east of the Mississippi River in west central Illinois, and is home to Western Illinois University, Spoon River College, Pella Windows, Bower Roller Bearing, McDonough District Hospital, and the county seat of McDonough County. The Inselhaus B&B sits on a corner lot within walking distance of WIU and the picturesque downtown courthouse square. Macomb boasts several well maintained city parks, a public swimming pool, a Frisbee competition range, miniature golf, multiple public golf courses, the Midwest Horseshoeing School, a newer YMCA, and a fall hot air balloon rally. It is within driving distance of historic Nauvoo, Lincoln's New Salem, Mississippi River Lock and Dams, Bishop Hill Communal Living Restoration, John Deere International Corporate Offices, Caterpillar International Home Offices, Regional Wineries, Former Site of WWII Camp Ellis & Prisoner of War Camp, a Wildlife Prairie Park, Argyle State Park, the restoration of the unique Colchester Brick kilns, and organic foods sources of Barefoot Gardens and Good Hope Gardens.

TERMS OF SALE
Turnkey inventory includes most furnishings to be disclosed at the time of a serious offer. Cash or conventional loan.

Visit our web site: www.Inselhausbb.com

For information contact the owners:

538 North Randolph Street
Macomb, IL 61455

309-833-5400

e-mail: info@inselhausbb.com

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Naperville, Illinois

Harrison House Bed & Breakfast

If you absolutly LOVE old homes and would be intrested in income potential, this home is a "Must See". This property is truly one-of-a-kind and offers a unique opportunityfor it's buyer. Currently used as a bed and breakfast, YOU coupld experiance similar income potential (or greater) while living in the Historic home of your dreams! Rent one room, two, three, four and five! All furniture is includedin this price as well as linens, dishes and everything you need to operate this turn-key B&B. Also included is the website and a large customer base built over 24 years of operation.

The location is outstanding with downtown Naperville and the train station being just a few short blocks away. Kids can walk to grade school, jr high and high school. The home has 10 foot celings, pocket doors and beautiful thick woodwork. They just don't build homes like this anymore. You will love the attention to detail the present owners have taken in restoring this 1904 gem.

In 2002 a restoration was complete which included:

1. All new windows which were retrofitted into the original frames. Dining and living room have leaded glss windows.

2. Three roofs were removed and a new roof was installed.

3. Old aluminum siding was replaced with cedar siding.

4. A sprinkler system was installed which is wired to the fire dept. for additional safety.

5. All bathrooms were renovated, including 3 with whirlpool tubs.

6. Floors and woodwork were refinished.

7. Tin ceilings were installed in the living room, dining room & one of the bedrooms.

8. New kitchen complete with custom inset cabinets & linoleum floor imported from Germany.

9. Natural fiber insulation was added to exterior and interior walls, which helps reduce energy consumer. And people can't believe how quiet and draft-free the home is.

Seller may be able to help with financing.

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Plano, Illinois

The Homestead Bed & Breakfast

The Homestead project was conceived by
Alan & Robin Langguth, owners of the interiordecorating firm Langguth Design Ltd., as a unique way to showcase their business and at the same time preserve and renovate the most historically important building within the city limits of Plano.

To help cover some of the monthly overhead expenses the owners decided to pursue using the house in a multitude of facets including a bed & breakfast and a special event facility for intimate weddings, small group meetings, catered luncheons, and other compatible functions. Since opening the doors in May of 2004 The Homestead has seen over 5,000 visitors from 48 States and from 27 countries around the world. The diversity of the people visiting and staying at The Homestead has generated exposure that is truly remarkable!

With the main objective for The Homestead project being the use as a show house you will find that the attention to details is reflected everywhere you look. From hand-painted murals and other faux wall finishes, to the beautiful furnishings, exquisite lighting & plumbing fixtures, and culminating in a wonderful kitchen, the comments from visitors are always preceded by “wow”. Langguth Design has sold and continues to sell a varied assortment of decorating products out of The Homestead. These included tables and chairs, lamps and paintings, unusual accessories and even outdoor garden items. Sales such as these made it interesting for repeat visitors to see what had changed since the last time they visited The Homestead.

The secondary functions are the use as a bed & breakfast and special event facility and have garnered much praise and admiration. These functions were never intended to provide more than some secondary income but at the same time they were designed to help market The Homestead and it’s uniqueness to the public.

Without much effort The Homestead has been featured in several magazine and newspapers as well as the lead photograph for the national marketing campaign of Unico Systems, Inc., the manufacturer of the mini-duct high-velocity HVAC unit installed during the renovation process throughout the house.

Typical bed & breakfast marketing programs (websites, internet directories, local radio ads, magazine & newspaper ads) had been fortified with public relation programs (newspaper articles, involvement with organizations and non-profits, and donations of time and overnight stays) all of which helped pull in reservations. Guests at The Homestead fell mostly into three groups: visitors to the Farnsworth House (designed by the acclaimed modern architect Mies van der Rohe and owned by the National Trust for Historic Preservation); those coming to the area to visit family or friends; and people looking to get away for the weekend to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or go to one of the many events in the local area.

Eleven intimate weddings and marriage renewals have taken place at The Homestead. Outdoor weddings take place on the labyrinth and can either be formatted in the typical center aisle layout or in a very unique wedding-in-the-round arrangement. A 20’ X 30’ white canopy placed next to the shelter at the rear of the house provides cover in case of inclement weather. Indoor ceremonies have taken place in the library. Marketing these offerings have been limited to the website and a few promotions as well as word-of-mouth referrals.

A major outdoor feature was added to The Homestead’s landscaping in 2004, this being the labyrinth and hedge maze. Marty Kermeen designed and built the labyrinth, and his colleague from England, the internationally recognized authority on both labyrinths and mazes, Jeff Saward, adapted the design of the maze from the 1846 Italianate-style maze at Somerleyton House in England in keeping with The Homestead’s historical character. Together the labyrinth and hedge maze make a one-of-a-kind experience for visitors and also attract tourists and labyrinth seekers from around the country.

One area that was continuing to grow was the catered luncheon provided for bus tours in conjunction with tours of the Farnsworth House. Most of these tours were booked through the Chicago Architecture Foundation, which had from 14 to 21 of these per year; the groups have ranged in size from 12 to 53, with the average tour group being 31 people. The Homestead had also been booked for catered luncheons by private groups; i.e. the Women’s Auxiliary for the Art Institute of Chicago. In 2008 The Homestead was on track to have a total of 28 catered luncheons for these bus tours until the Fox River flooded in September canceling a number of tours that were on the books for late September, October and November.

Incidental sales of gift shop type items are customary to visitors and guests and while not totaling a large income it did provide another means of helping to brand The Homestead. The Homestead’s reputation is already well established as excellent both in manner of management of the facility and the breakfast served as well as the most unique and beautiful interior that leaves people spellbound. They all want to come back!

The Homestead was closed at the end of 2008 and awaits new owners who share an appreciation for history, architecture, beautiful landscaping, awesome interiors, and a passion for sharing this unique property with the public – whether they hail from Plano, Chicago, the United States or from anywhere in the world.

Further details and information can be found on our website:

www.TheHomesteadBnB.com

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Taylorville, Illinois

Market Street Inn

"Abraham Lincoln would have Slept Here had the house been built a little earlier".

One of Illinois largest and finest, profitable inns with 10 guest rooms. Most rooms have whirlpools and fireplaces. This is a great opportunity as owners are nearing retirement age.

A Select Registry $ 3 Diamond property:

www.marketstreetinn.com

Located in the heart of Lincolnland, Taylorville, Illinois just 29 miles from the capital. Opened in 1994 this property has grown from its original five guestrooms to the current ten rooms plus spacious innkeeper quarters in the main house plus a two bedroom apartment in the Carriage House.

"Our growth resulted from a demand for quality lodging rooms in Taylorville."

Occupancy rate: 51% for 2009 (over half of which was corporate clientele) Potential expansion ideas: weddings, tea room, luncheons, dinners, antique sales, gift shop, packages, & liquor license.

Taylorville is a growing community of 13,000 w/ the prospect of 2 new coal mines and the nearly completed 4 lane highway to Springfield just 29 miles Northwest.

For financial details, Bill Oates & Heide Bredfeldt

www.innpartners.com

(877)957-2360

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