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The John Sydney House - Family and Pet Friendly Historic Home Downtown

Holiday home with kitchen, near Mississippi River

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Exterior
Interior
PARLOR - Flows into the Living  Room.  Original pocket doors separate the spaces
KITCHEN - The door leads to outdoor terrace. Flow into the Dining Room.
KITCHEN - gas stove, custom range hood, recessed refrigerator, 2 islands

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hannibal, MO
  • Place, Rockcliffe Mansion
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Quincy, IL (UIN-Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The John Sydney House - Family and Pet Friendly Historic Home Downtown

This classic Queen Anne Victorian has retained many original features that are just breathtaking! A grand oak staircase, original hardwood floors and trim, stained glass, French and Pocket Doors just to name a few. Staying here offers the traveler in search of history a uniquely clear connection to Hannibal's past, its place in time and to the local culture – with modern amenities! This historic home is also spacious and comfortable with a "parlor" as well as Living Room. The home is family & pet friendly.

The home was built c. 1892, and is located on Center Street, known for its great collection of historic homes. Located just a few blocks from Hannibal's thriving Main Street and the historic downtown waterfront, situated within Hannibal's Historic District next to many other grand homes.

The main Level includes a formal Dining Room that connects to the Kitchen, and powder room. A large deck is located off the Kitchen. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs, each with a Queen size bed, and private sink. The upstairs bathroom has a claw foot tub with a tub / shower combination. Second floor washer / dryer.

Take a walking tour to see the many Victorian and Federal style homes on Center Street and the Historic District! You are blocks away from Mark Twain's boyhood home, the Mississippi River and the many amenities of downtown Hannibal, the scene of many weekend events. Lots of local shops and local color! Great parks and open spaces are nearby, and opportunities for outdoor recreation. The area is filled with natural beauty ready for exploration.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
NOT CHILDPROOF. Bring own equipment
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Must be approved in advance. $75 fee per stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Do NOT make or strip the beds. Housekeeping will handle
Leave NO trace of pets. Place pet poo bags or cat litter INSIDE a larger trash bag and put in exterior garbage can. NO LOOSE trash.
Checkout is 10am. Thanks for staying with us! Safe travels! -Anneliesa & Jim Smith
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Hannibal

Hannibal is home to this holiday home. Molly Brown Museum and Home and Bluff City Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Rockcliffe Mansion and Planters Barn Theater.
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Hannibal, MO

What's nearby

  • Rockcliffe Mansion - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Molly Brown Museum and Home - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mark Twain Cave - 10 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Quincy Station - 30 min drive
  • Quincy, IL (UIN-Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The John Sydney House - Family and Pet Friendly Historic Home Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The John Sydney House - Family and Pet Friendly Historic Home Downtown?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The John Sydney House - Family and Pet Friendly Historic Home Downtown on 4 Dec 2025 start from AU$338.31, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is The John Sydney House - Family and Pet Friendly Historic Home Downtown located?

Situated in Hannibal, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rockcliffe Mansion and Mississippi River. Big River Train Town and Bluff City Theater are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Anneliesa Barta

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