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Timeless Elegance | Walk to Capitol & Attractions | Historic Luxury

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Bedroom 1
Front of the house
Bedroom 1
Bedroom Seating Area
Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Endless exploration awaits
    Guests love the top-rated location, steps from iconic landmarks and sights.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Illinois State Capitol
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 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, Bank of Springfield Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Timeless Elegance | Walk to Capitol & Attractions | Historic Luxury

The Bressmer – 2nd Floor | Spacious 3BR in a Historic Downtown Mansion

Experience historic Springfield in style at The Bressmer’s 2nd-floor suite, a 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat within a grand Victorian mansion. This beautifully restored space blends original 19th-century charm with modern conveniences, offering a one-of-a-kind getaway near the State Capitol and Lincoln historic sites.

What You'll Love:
- Expansive 3BR, 2-Bath Layout – Perfect for families, friends, or work travelers
- Stunning Historic Details – Tall ceilings, elegant woodwork, and timeless charm
- Modern Kitchen & Dining Space – Fully equipped for cooking and entertaining
-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.
- Spacious Living Room – Relax in a cozy setting with stylish decor and a Smart TV
- Prime Downtown Location – Steps from museums, shops, and Springfield’s best restaurants
- Updated Bathrooms – Classic charm with modern comfort
- Self Check-In – Keypad access for a hassle-free arrival

Step back in time while enjoying all the modern comforts at The Bressmer’s 2nd Floor Suite—book your stay today!

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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 0–17
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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 # 9642307
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: 18
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. Travelling with kids? Consider Illinois State Fairgrounds, or check out an event or a game at 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 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bernie & Betty's Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Chili Parlor - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vinegar Hill Plaza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dynasty Asian Cuisine - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Timeless Elegance | Walk to Capitol & Attractions | Historic Luxury pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Timeless Elegance | Walk to Capitol & Attractions | Historic Luxury?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Timeless Elegance | Walk to Capitol & Attractions | Historic Luxury?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Timeless Elegance | Walk to Capitol & Attractions | Historic Luxury?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Timeless Elegance | Walk to Capitol & Attractions | Historic Luxury located?

Located in the centre of Springfield, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Elijah Iles House and Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Illinois State Fairgrounds is 3 mi (4.7 km) away. 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. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing space. Great location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect spot to see all the Lincoln stuff. The Frank Lloyd Wright house was very close and lots of great restaurants close by.The beds were comfy and the kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ava A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time with friends and family it was a very lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved this place! The location was great! Centrally located to all things Lincoln! The charm of this historic residence could not be beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and checking in was a breeze. The place was bigger than I expected. Good location for an event at the Bank of Springfield Center.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful place to stay!!! So cozy and perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with everything we needed for a perfect stay. Very spacious!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2025
Thank you. We are so happy you enjoyed the space and had a perfect stay. We'd love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! The place is very unique. It was very clean. It's real convenient and easy to get around Springfield.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a beautiful and unique property. My husband and our three tween and teen children really enjoyed all of the antiques and decor as well as the updated kitchen and tvs in all three bedrooms and living room. The place was spotless and the kitchen was equipped for our needs for simple meals. Checking in and out was a breeze. I will say this property is best for older children since there are many old and fragile items in the home. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool experience to stay in a well kept historic home. It was incredibly spacious. It was also perfectly located - we easily walked to every major attraction downtown. The host was very responsive to any question or request. Would definitely recommend staying here if you like unique experiences and want to be close to tourist attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Beautiful Property

This historical landmark is beautifully preserved. It was well appointed and super comfortable. The beds were incredible. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Fabulous Getaway

Beautiful place for our girls weekend! We had so much room for conversation and relaxation. Close to so many great restaurants and Lincoln sites. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 April 2025
Susan, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that the space was perfect for your girls weekend — and that you had plenty of room to relax and connect. So glad you enjoyed the nearby restaurants and Lincoln sites too! We'd love to welcome you back anytime. 💛
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Comfortable and charming

It was a treat to go back to this property after a day of sight seeing. Very convenient location, clean and comfortable apartment, updated with modern amenities but still full of charming antiques. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed the convenience, comfort, and charm of the apartment. It’s wonderful to hear that it was a perfect retreat after sightseeing. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shiloah S.

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

Great historic spot!

It was just as expected! Great location, amazing historical building. Check in was seamless and a couple questions I had were answered quickly via text. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2025
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the historic charm and smooth check-in. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to host you again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Nostalgic and enjoyable. Wonderful spot for our family

Like many, we chose the property based on the nostalgic design and furnishings and we were so pleased. The rooms are beautifully decorated and the beds and furniture are very comfortable. We would have enjoyed more than 4 plates and 4 coffee mugs as our party of 6 did not have enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony b.

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Will rent alway going threw springfield 50 times a year.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

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

Conference stay

My colleague and I stayed at the bressmer House a year ago when we had a conference in Springfield. We loved it so much that this year we decided to try the second floor. It was equal to our experience on the first floor! Beautifully furnished and supremely comfortable. It was a welcome refuge after long days at the conference. The location is perfect and we would both stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted that you enjoyed both the first and second floors of The Bressmer and that it served as a comfortable retreat after your conference days. We truly appreciate your return visit and hope to welcome you back again next year!
Verified

8/10 Good

Bec D.

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

Very close to Lincoln Home

Due to misunderstanding on my part, we stated on 3rd floor instead of 2nd floor as we were expecting. There is no elevator so the stairs were a bit of a challenge. I had the Turret Room and it was lovely. James was very kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ross B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Overall it was a nice place except for one glaring exception. It’s decorated nicely and mostly clean and well maintained. We stayed on the second floor. The glaring exception was an HVAC system. It was shockingly loud. It sounded like a car that needed a new muffler. It woke us up numerous times at night. If it had been heating season I would have been concerned about a gas leak. I reported it immediately to the management, but they were dismissive. They suggested fiddling with the thermostat, which made me wonder how dumb they think their guests are. Then, on check out day, we were loading our car, and started talking with the man who was taking care of the exterior. He was a real delight and was telling us about the property and its history. Unfortunately during that pleasant distraction we forgot we hadn’t finished loading our car and left behind some important and expensive items. I contacted them later that day as soon as I realized this. They said they would check with their ‘cleaning team’, but a day later, after a prompt from me, they said no items were found. I can’t prove this wasn’t true, but it seems highly unlikely because there were two people working on the property when we left: The gentleman working on the outside and a person cleaning the inside. I suspect they just didn’t want to deal with it. I get it, they’re not responsible for guests’ property, but they could have someone ship the items and the guest could pay for shipping and time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grumpy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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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