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The Loft on the Square

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Interior
Exterior
Located on the town square overlooking the 1896 Menard County Courthouse
Historic Petersburg
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Petersburg, IL
  • Place, Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Shambolee Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Illinois State Fairgrounds
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

The Loft on the Square

Located on the north side of the square in historic Petersburg and conveniently located near Springfield and many Lincoln sites, The Loft on the Square is a beautifully renovated studio apartment which from its second-floor perch overlooks the 1896 Menard County Courthouse and the historic town square. The loft features a mix of charming character and modern amenities. The loft is available for nightly or weekly vacation rentals.

This luxurious nearly 1,400 square foot fully furnished studio apartment offers comfortable, cozy, and private accommodations in a quaint, historic setting. This newly renovated space features beautiful exposed brick walls, a tiled shower, a cozy gas fireplace, a private roof-top deck, and a birds-eye view of the lovely Courthouse square.

The loft is equipped with everything you'll need to make your stay memorable. Enjoy a home-cooked meal next to the fireplace or dine at one of Petersburg's downtown restaurants, stroll around the square to visit local antique, craft, and boutique shops, and don't miss the two nearby wineries and Hand of Fate Brewing Company located right next door to the loft. Enjoy street-side drinks & dining at Hand of Fate or relax in their beer garden (next door).

Enjoy a day at the beautiful Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site, just two miles away, or drive to Springfield where you'll find several museums and attractions, including the must-see Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

Your trip will be relaxing and enjoyable as we've gone above and beyond to ensure the space is equipped with everything you'll need to make your stay comfortable. The kitchen is fully stocked with pots, pans, utensils, and dishes so that you can prepare a home-cooked meal if you'd like. A coffee maker is available and coffee and tea are provided, a washer and dryer are available for your use, and all linens are provided. Complimentary wireless internet, AppleTV, and DVD player are included.

*No Smoking
*Pets accepted with prior approval and pet fee

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Interior staircase with no child safety gate.
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Events

No events allowed
Must obtain permission from owner to host party.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking in the loft.

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
Note from host: Must obtain permission from owner to host party.
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Loft on the Square pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Loft on the Square?

As of 27 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Loft on the Square on 29 March 2026 start from NZ$214, 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.

How much is parking at The Loft on the Square?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Loft on the Square?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Loft on the Square?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Loft on the Square located?

Located in the heart of Petersburg, this apartment building is 3 mi (4.7 km) from Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site and within 12 miles (20 km) of Shambolee Golf Course and Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area. Mt. Bike Trailhead and Stuart Dog Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Troy A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The owners were quick in responding to any needs we had. The Loft is very convenient to shopping in Springfield and seeing many interesting historic areas. We look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was awesome’
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2025
Denise was a wonderful guest! We would be happy to host her again, anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack W.

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

Great Little Town

This place was amazing, lots of amenities and the town of Petersburg is very charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aubrey was very pleasant and kind. The Loft is a wonderful location that we visit at least twice a year. So many fun things to do in the Petersburg area and Springfield is close and easy to navigate. The fact that we go back over and over speaks volumes about how we feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles O.

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

Good stay

Nice loft in great small town.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Beautiful, well decorated loft. Equipped with everything we needed.

We enjoyed a weekend get away in this unique loft. It met all our needs for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks, Patrick! Happy to hear you enjoyed The Loft on the Square! Come back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Getaway

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo V.

Loved this place!

Beautiful Loft in the middle of quaint little Town. Well furnished with antiques along With modern appliances. Would love to Return and stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Come back and visit any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy A.

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

Great Host

Lovely studio apartment. Great view
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby R.

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

Wonderful NYE!

Beautiful property in downtown Petersburg! Could see the ball drop on NYE right next door at the brewery!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Vickie H.

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

Petersburg's visit

Very nice loft, enjoyed the atmosphere of the town and people. We felt safe and were very comfortable. Great break for us. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin C.

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

Cozy and Beautiful

A cozy and beautiful place to stay. Host was responsive to our requests. We really liked to character of the loft. There was plenty of room to relax. Petersburg is a quaint little town with good breweries and places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

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

Awesome place

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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a very unique property in the center of a small town square with excellent nearby restaurants and shopping. An unexpected treasure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Fonda W.

peaceful stay

We were in town to visit family and could not be happier with our lodging. It is quiet and yet close to everything. The only problem was our cell phones did not work. The kitchen was well equipped, the linens were very nice, and the loft is quaint and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Hi - Thanks for the note. We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review and are glad to hear you enjoyed your time at the loft. Our guests have never had issues with cell service before. Can you tell us who your carrier is so that we can look into this? Thanks Amy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

Beautiful and Historic!

We loved staying at the loft! We were in town for a wedding, and it was perfect. It is incredibly well decorated, and the kitchen and bathroom have lots of supplies. We loved the back patio as well as the drinks and food in the brewery downstairs. I would just recommend adding a full length mirror to the space somewhere. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay & your time in Petersburg! We usually keep the full length mirror in the closet, but we’ll get that replaced if it has gone missing. Thanks for pointing that out. Come back and stay again any time! Thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger V.

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

Visiting history…

The Loft on the Square is a well-crafted tribute to the historical days of Abe Lincoln with modern day amenities. Leaving much of the original structure exposed shows appreciation to the building’s bricks and bones. Local businesses also offer plenty to explore. This will be our go-to for visiting family and friends in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
One of a kind. Unique but comfy decor. The only issue that may be a problem for some is the long high flight of steps to the entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice J.

Everything you could possibly need!

Beautiful rehab in a beautiful old building! Modern upgrades, appliances, bathroom, and comfy bed! Cozy gas fireplace adds to the ambiance! Linens, dishes, coffee...all ready to go! Great for couples or small group getaway. Close to Lincoln's New Salem and only 1/2 hr to Springfield, excellent location, cute little town. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
So happy you enjoyed your stay, Janice! Come back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne M.

The property is GREAT!

We had four women stay. Each had there own place to sleep!! Amy had the bathroom stocked with a curling iron, straightener, blow dryer, q-tips, shampoo/conditioner, body wash and on and on!! So....if you forgot anything, it was there! Thanks so much Amy!! Would definitely stay again and recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for your kind words - so happy that you ladies enjoyed the loft! Come back and visit again any time!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tommra

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The room is very nice. Luckily It was the men of the family that stayed there and not the ladies. First morning there was an almost dead mouse laying on the stairs. The next day there was a dead mouse in front of the refrigerator. Obviously there is poison out and they are trying to control this situation but I will never stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vikki S.

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

Petersburg at end of June

Charming place, decorated to reflect Lincoln era, well stocked with essentials and so appreciative of well functioning AC!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia A.

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

Great stay in Petersburg

The property was very cozy and welcoming, from stepping my foot in the door. Everything at your fingertips and so much character. We always enjoy the square and Broadgauge. I plan to stay in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Great experience

Great location. Loved to place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

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