Property Description
We are a Grand Victorian Inn overlooking the Mississippi River. Exquisitely restored antiques and period furnishings combined with contemporary amenities allow you to experience the "best of yesterday". The absolute best place to stay within a 25 mile radius. Less than 15 minutes from Nauvoo State Park. Eighteen room country Inn features whirlpool and fireplace suites, executive accommodations, and a variety of room selections to fit your business and leisure needs. We offer in room TV, DVD, VCR combo remote control units. We are an excellent choice for business or personal stay. Internet access and wireless points are located throughout the property. Meeting/board room for business can be reserved. A complimentary specialty breakfast is served in our elegant morning room to all guests. Alpha's on the Riverfront, an award-winning restaurant, is on the premises. The Inn has an elevator, off-street parking, and can arrange taxi from Amtrak, local airport and marina at cost. Parlor with baby grand piano is an intimate gathering place and larger groups can meet and dine in Alpha's banquet room. Leisure room has vending, games and pool table and snack area. Window-wall on the riverfront displays an every-changing vista of contemporary life on the Mississippi River. Railroad buffs can enjoy river communications between trains, barges and the Santa Fe Bridge on scanner.
Room Information
W. A. SheafferDecor is emerald green with antique Victorian furnishings. One King and one queen bed. Spectacular Mississippi River view. Cable TV, VCR, phone, wireless internet, private shower/bath and climate control.
Lt. Zebulon PikeLarge Victorian suite in sea blue and cream. Spectacular Mississippi River view. Burl oak queen bedroom set, whirlpool bath plus shower, cable TV, VCR, phone, wireless internet, and climate control. Romance package available.
President James MadisonExtra large Victorian suite in royal blue and gold; private interior balcony; sweeping view of Mississippi River. Whirlpool bath plus shower, queen bed, sofa sleeper, cable TV, VCR, phone, wireless internet, climate control. Romance package available.
Le Moine FactoryDecor is mauve and cream with antique Victorian furnishings. King bed, cable TV, phone, wireless internet, private showe/bath and climate control. Private connection to Room 209.
Governor Merriwether LewisLarge Victorian suite in pink/blue with seating area, vanity, and walnut queen bedroom set. Spectacular Mississippi River view. Whirlpool bath plus shower, cable TV, VCR, phone, wireless internet, climate control. Romance Package available.
Mark TwainHoneymoon Suite: Two spacious rooms with whirlpool, fireplace, cable TV, VCR, DVD, vanity, kitchenette, sofa, Wireless internet. Romance package available.
WapelloCozy bungalow-type room with dormer window, Victorian furnishings in deep forest green. Queen bed, shower/tub, cable TV, phone, wireless internet, climate control.
Thomas Jefferson SuiteSpacious contemporary apartment: Two bedrooms, two baths, full kitchen, dining and living areas. Available by the day, week or month. Priced for four.
Joseph M. BeckDecor is Chinese red with antique Victorian furnishings. Spectacular Mississippi River view. Two extra long double beds, cable TV, VCR, phone, wireless internet, private shower/bath, climate control.
BlackhawkCozy bungalow-type room with dormer window, Victorian furnishings in light spring green. shower/tub, cable TV, phone, wireless internet, climate control.
Robert E. LeeLarge whirlpool suite with fireplace in burgandy and green. King bed. Cable TV, VCR, separate shower, wireless internet, climate control, sofa, Romance Package available.
PotowonokCozy bungalow-type room with dormer window, Victorian furnishings in country blue. Queen bed, shower/tub, cable TV, phone, wireless internet, climate control.
KalewequoisCozy bungalow-type room with dormer window, Victorian furnishings in pink and fushi, shower/tub, cable TV, phone, wireless internet, climate control.
Isaac AtleeDecor is mauve and grey with antique Victorian furnishings. Private courtyard balcony, queen bed, cable TV, VCR, phone, wireless internet, climate control, private shower/bath, and chaise lounge.
Samuel F. MillerLarge whirlpool suite with fireplace in shades of green. King bed can. Cable TV, VCR, separate shower, wireless internet, climate control, sofa. Romance Package available.
Johnstone RiflesDecor is spring green and cream with antique Victorian furnishings. Queen bed, cable TV, phone, private bath/shower, wireless internet, climate control. Private connection to Room 209. Space for one rollaway. $10 charge for extra guest.
Francis Scott KeyDecor is emerald green with antique Victorian furnishings. Private courtyard balcony, queen bed, cable TV, VCR, phone, private bath/shower, wireless internet, climate control.
KeokukCozy bungalow-type room with dormer window, Victorian furnishings in burgundy. Queen bed, shower/tub, cable TV, phone, wireless internet, climate control.
The ParlorThe Parlor is an inviting Victorian meeting room, where guests and friends may meet. It contains many books and other information concerning current events and the history of this part of the country. Feel free to relax around the baby grand piano and have a sing-a-long. It is adjacent to the Morning Room and augments meeting space when used with group meetings and retreats.
The Morning RoomThe Morning Room can be setup for groups of twenty-eight to thirty people when the entire facility is reserved by a single group. Used in connection with the adjacent Parlor, it is perfect for executive retreats, seminars, and special meetings. A sumptuous breakfast is served on the walnut and mahogany carved sideboards. Richly furnished with cast leg tables and carved rosewood chairs, the room sparkles with fine china and crystal.
Area Attractions
Chicago, IL236 miles to the property.
St. Louis, MO207 miles to the property.
Des Moines, IA191 miles to the property.
Peoria, IL121 miles to the property.
Quad Cities94 miles to the property.
Davenport, IA100 miles to the property.
Area Attractions* Just 15 minutes away is Nauvoo, IL, the "Williamsburg of the West", which features the early lives of Mormon pioneers with the original restored village and informational exhibits. Also the Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail begins in nearby Montrose, IA. * Heritage tourism abounds closer to home at Old Fort Madison, a reconstructed frontier fort, which features reenactors and live demostrations daily. Other local historical attractions include a winery and stagecoach stop, a centennial barn, the old Santa Fe Depot and Historic Complex, the Santa Fe swingspan bridge and our many Victorian homes, lovingly preserved and on view through our historic driving tour. * The exciting Catfish Bend Riverboat Casino is just across the street from Kingsley Inn and Hwy 61, the Great River Road, runs adjacent to our facility. * You will enjoy shopping at Fort Madison's unique downtown specialty stores, fine antiques shops within walking distance, and at Quarry Creek Elk & Bison Company. Our tempting restaurants are also guaranteed to enhance your visit.