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Charming Downtown Stay | Victorian Beauty & Modern Comfort

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A large, two-story brick house with a prominent corner turret and multiple windows.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a brown leather sofa with blue cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area in the background.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bench, and a chandelier.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a television, and a staircase leading to another room.
A room with a bench, a chair, a wooden dresser, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Illinois State Capitol
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fenced yard
  • Massages in spa

Explore the area

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Springfield, IL
  • Place, Lincoln Home National Historic Site
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Illinois State Capitol
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 - The Turret Room

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - The Mosaic Room

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Charming Downtown Stay | Victorian Beauty & Modern Comfort

The Bressmer – 3rd Floor | Private Penthouse Loft in a Historic Mansion

Stay in a hidden gem of Springfield—The Bressmer’s 3rd-floor penthouse loft, a 3-bedroom, 2-bath suite in a historic Victorian mansion. Tucked away on the top floor, this charming retreat offers privacy, spacious comfort, and unique architectural character, all within walking distance of downtown attractions.

What You'll Love:
- Secluded Top-Floor Privacy – A quiet, airy retreat with historic charm
- Spacious 3BR, 2-Bath Layout – Perfect for families, business travelers, or weekend getaways
- Well-Equipped Kitchen – Modern appliances make it easy to cook and dine in
-The coffee maker in the apartment is a traditional drip coffee maker. It uses ground coffee and paper filters, so it does not take pods.
- Cozy Living & Dining Areas – Relax in a beautifully furnished space with a Smart TV
- Prime Downtown Location – Walk to Lincoln’s Home, the State Capitol, and local cafés
- Updated Bathrooms – Stylish, clean, and well-appointed
- Self Check-In – Keypad entry for an easy arrival

With Victorian elegance and modern amenities, The Bressmer’s 3rd Floor Suite is the perfect Springfield retreat. Book now for a one-of-a-kind stay!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Special Event Rates Available Upon Request
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest must provide valid government issued Photo ID
Guest must sign booking agreement before gaining access
A credit card "hold" is required for your stay

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9642309
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Special Event Rates Available Upon Request
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Springfield

Located in Springfield, this holiday home is in the city centre. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and Elijah Iles House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Dana-Thomas House and Vachel Lindsay Home. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Illinois State Fairgrounds or Bank of Springfield Center.
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Springfield, IL

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Home National Historic Site - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Illinois State Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Illinois State Capitol - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bank of Springfield Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Springfield Station - 17 min walk
  • Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Track Shack - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bernie & Betty's Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Chili Parlor - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Downtown Stay | Victorian Beauty & Modern Comfort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Downtown Stay | Victorian Beauty & Modern Comfort?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Downtown Stay | Victorian Beauty & Modern Comfort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Downtown Stay | Victorian Beauty & Modern Comfort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Downtown Stay | Victorian Beauty & Modern Comfort located?

Located in the heart of Springfield, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Elijah Iles House and Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Dana-Thomas House and Vachel Lindsay Home are also within 10 minutes. Springfield Station is 17 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Claudia G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the home and had a wonderful time. I would suggest that the kitchen would be a bit better stocked. (no coffee filters, no salt & pepper)I would also suggest the staff checks the light bulbs periodically for being burned out (we had several)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very nice. Very friendly host. Location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is absolutely gorgeous.
Front of house
Second bedroom
Living Room
Main bedroom
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you, We are so glad you loved The Audrey, it is a very special home. We'd love to host you again anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

Clean charming place to stay. On a girls trip we felt safe and the girls loved the big bedroom in the house!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lives up to the photos!

Stunning property within walking distance of the important tourist spots. We loved it, will recommend it and stay here again when we are back in town!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home

Great space, beautiful home, and within walking distance to historic sites.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great. Couple more washcloths would be nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you! We’re glad you had a great stay and appreciate the feedback—we’ve added more washcloths for future guests. Hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Beautiful house, great location in downtown Springfield!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit to the capital

Wonderful visit to the state capital. The third floor is spacious and clean. Great location and perfect for a family gathering.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Springfield

We had a wonderful spacious accommodation, to recharge after visiting so many historical sites. A worry free vacation. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

This place was just fantastic! It was super spacious and the decor was awesome. The location was amazing with everything we went to only being 10 minutes away tops. We were able to walk to most places which was so nice. If we return to Springfield this will definitely be the place we stay at again. I want to try the different floors just to check out more of the awesome decor. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bressmer 3rd floor

We are so glad week booked the Bressmer! The rooms we're comfortable,kitchen was updated. Plenty of space for family of 4. Stocked well, near downtown and local restaurants. arrive and thrive did a great job on this property. They communicated well Pre and post stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Bressmer - Third Floor

The pictures of this historic home to rent were an accurate presentation. The amenities were in abundance and the place we rented (3rd floor) was beautifully decorated with many time era pieces. It was situated in an area that was within walking distance to many tourists' interests. We would recommend this rental! Totally delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Unexpected squatters of the raccoon variety

My daughter and I checked in before the remainder of our family arrived. We were so impressed with how everything looked and how much room we had. I decided to open the closet located right off of the laundry area and came face-to-face with 2 raccoons!! I screamed and closed the door and thankfully they stayed there. The listing is on the third floor of a large Victorian home and I cannot imagine how those critters got there. I immediately started the process of contacting the owner/property manager. To make a long story short they were not able to located a local pest control company to take care of this immediately and so we were not able to stay. They arranged for another one of their properties for us that was right next door. This property was not a good swap for us as it only had 2 bedrooms rather 3 bedrooms so one of us had to sleep on an air mattress. The new property was very musty smelling through the entire house and the humidity inside the house was very high. I felt wet the entire time we were there. There also was not as much room for our group to enjoy time together. I appreciate that the property owner tried to make a bad situation better, but they didn't even offer a reduced rate on the new property. I had to ask for compensation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you for your honest feedback. We were so sorry for the unexpected encounter with the raccoons — they’ve since been safely and completely removed, and the entry points secured to ensure it never happens again. We’re glad we could get you settled quickly next door, though we understand it wasn’t a perfect fit. We truly appreciate your patience and the chance to make things right.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron and Jill D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving in Central Illinois

Our family traveled to Central Illinois for Thanksgiving. The Bessemer was perfect for us! It is a great location and was stocked with everything we needed for young children, cooking, and laundry. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice extra space for my growing family for wedding.

Didn’t spend much time there but way nicer than hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LINCOLN HOME

GREAT PLACE TO STAY AND A GREAT VALUE
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Historical Place

The place provided everything we needed for an enjoyable weekend and the location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Impeccable

Beautiful historic accommodations in downtown Springfield. Clean and well-maintained. Looking forward to returning in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Historical fun

The house has beautiful architecture and is nicely redone. It only sleeps 6 people, so unless you bring extra mattresses, you will not sleep more than that. We had teenagers on the very small couches and they were not comfortable. There was a small live rodent in one of the closets. Very poor lighting outside the house, which was kind of scary because of the area. One shower and the door is coming off. Slow to respond to emails. Great walking distance to governor’s house and the capitol and downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eddie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your 10/10 review, we are so glad you stayed with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2025
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We’re thrilled you had a great stay and truly appreciate your support. We’d love to host you again anytime! 😊✨

About the host

Hosted by Arrive and Thrive

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Arrive and Thrive focuses on unique high-quality guest accommodations for various industries throughout the U.S. and abroad. The Bressmer-Baker house is a deeply historical landmark home in Illinois' capitol, Springfield.

Why they chose this property

The deep historical designations and beautiful style of this home are two reasons we got this property. Also, it's proximity to the local hospitals, State Capitol, other historical landmarks, and location near Old Route 66 made it irresistible.

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