Voted "Best of Illinois" - Illinois Magazine Readers Poll
An elegant bed & breakfast conveniently located on "Millionaire's Row" in historic Alton, Illinois less than 25 minutes from the Gateway Arch and downtown St. Louis, Missouri or 90 minutes from Springfield, Illinois.
The Beall Mansion Experience:
Our pampered getaway includes a glass of Champagne, White Zinfandel or sparkling non-alcoholic beverage, turn down on arrival, imported gourmet chocolates, plush monogrammed robes (also available for purchase), homemade lavender bath salts, toiletries, daily maid service and your choice of expanded continental breakfast in the formal dining room or full gourmet breakfast in bed. Gourmet breakfast in bed is provided at a small additional charge.
For elegant accommodations without all of the amenities choose our Room Only "European Plan" and save 25%. This plan includes your room, lavender bath salts, toiletries, daily maid service, and morning coffee and tea. Does not include chocolates, turn down service, robes or breakfast.
Guest Rooms:
Choose from five beautifully appointed guest rooms, each unique in size and décor and each with its own private bath with whirlpool for two or clawfoot tub.
Senator Edmond Beall Room... "Honeymoon Suite":
A1K luxury room with whirlpool for two & fireplace. Its subtly bowed wall with bowed windows is a throwback to the days of castles and turrets, damsels in distress and knights in shining armor. Features romantic French Provincial decor, feathered king bed with brocade headboard, wood and marble mantle fireplace with gas logs, hardwood floor and oriental rugs. The spacious private bath has a nouveau heart shaped whirlpool for two, separate glass enclosed shower, imported marble floor, crystal chandelier, and palladian window. Need we say more?
This spacious room overlooks landscaped grounds and gardens in three directions, the remains of the original gold fish pond and fountain to the west, and the Scarritt Mansion, circa 1865, in all of its Victorian splendor to the south.
Z.B. Job Room:
A1K luxury room with whirlpool for two & fireplace. One of our most popular rooms. Sleep where the rich and famous of the turn of the century slept. Originally the master bedroom, this extra large room has been the resting place of railroad barons, industrialists and politicians. Includes an antique bedroom set with an exquisite hand carved solid mahogany feathered king canopy bed, wood and tile mantle fireplace with gas logs, hardwood floor and oriental rugs. The private bath has a shower, whirlpool for two, imported marble floor, brass chandelier, and a priceless art glass Palladian window that echoes the pride and the craftsmanship of a bygone era.
The Z.B. Job Room provides the best view of the neighboring mansions that, along with the Beall Mansion, were the creme de la creme of the Victorian and post Victorian era. To the north sets the Duncan Mansion, circa 1860, with its two story columns and cupola. Next to it is the massive Drummond Mansion, circa 1882, which like The Beall, was designed by Lucas Pfeiffenburger - the leading architect of the day. To the east, you can catch a glimpse of the Carey Mansion, circa 1895, defined by its perfect symmetry and balance and ready for entertaining with its large third floor ballroom.
Mary Harris Room
A1Q deluxe room with whirlpool for two. Named after Senator Beall's wife, this large room features an antique bedroom set with a sumptuous hand carved feathered queen canopy bed, gas fireplace with wood mantle, over mantle and mirror, hardwood floor and oriental rugs. Includes a private bath with shower, whirlpool for two, imported marble floor and a crystal basket featuring hand polished Czechoslovakian crystal.
The Mary Harris and Senator Edmond Beall rooms have a connecting door which can be opened to form a connecting suite. Great for a group or family.
To the north you will have a view of a weeping willow and red bud tree and the expansive front lawn. Across Twelfth Street stands the Duncan Mansion and carriage house, circa 1860, with its twelve rooms and six fireplaces, and the Drummond Mansion, circa 1882, with its wrap around verandah and drive through porte-cochere. To the west you will enjoy a view of the landscaped grounds and gardens and the remains of the original gold fish pond and fountain.
Verandah Room:
A1Q deluxe room with whirlpool for two and private balcony. Imagine yourself watching the sunrise while sipping morning coffee on your own private balcony. The room features a hand carved solid mahogany feathered queen quarter canopy bed and fainting sofa. Also includes a private bath with shower, whirlpool for two, imported marble floor, and crystal chandelier.
To the east, this room overlooks a saucer magnolia tree and herb garden while the Carey Mansion, circa 1895, serves as the perfect backdrop. To the south is the Scarritt Mansion, also known as the six chimneys, circa 1865, an example of classic Italian Victorian architecture complete with a fourth floor cupola.
Servant's Quarters Suite:
BS1 superior suite with clawfoot tub & private sitting room. Escape the problems and worries of the rest of the world in this intimate third floor suite. Its circa 1865 Victorian sofa, dormers and window seats make this the perfect place to curl up with your favorite book. French doors separate the private sitting room from the bedroom. This cozy room is arguably one of the most beautifully furnished with its ornately hand carved rosewood feathered full bed with matching chest on chest and night stand. The intricate inlaid wood is truly a work of art with its antique feathered full bed and furnishings. The private bath has an imported marble floor, crystal basket, shower, and antique claw foot tub which is wonderful for lazy relaxing soaks.
From this third floor retreat you will have a bird's eye view of the Scarritt Mansion, circa 1865, otherwise known as the Six Chimneys. Fully restored inside and out, the Scarritt Mansion is classic Italian Victorian architecture at its best. On winter days when the trees are denuded of their foliage, you will also be able to catch a distant glimpse of the Mighty Mississippi as it lazily winds its way around Alton.
The Amenities :
For your comfort, convenience, and safety, The Beall Mansion features:
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Toiletries
- Voice mail
- Ceiling fan
- Alarm clock radio
- Expanded cable TV
- All non smoking rooms
- Iron and ironing board
- Central air conditioning
- Whirlpool or Claw Foot Tub
- High speed wireless internet
- Homemade lavender bath salts
- Telephone with free local calling
- Central station monitored fire alarm
- Private bath with Italian marble floor
Small meeting and wedding & reception facilities, catering, copy and fax service are also available.
Rates are per night, one or two persons, and include all amenities. Thirteen percent room tax is additional. Some dates may be additional.
History:
Designed as a private residence by one of the most renown and
prolific architects of his day, Lucas Pfeiffenberger, the 6,300 square
foot mansion (plus 2,400 square foot basement) was originally built in
1902 - 1903 for railroad and river boat magnate and quarry owner Z.B.
Job. Edmond Beall purchased the property from Mr. Job's widow for the
sum of $20,000. It has been known as the Beall Mansion ever since.
In 1872 Edmond Beall and his brother, Charles, pooled $75 to co-found
Beall Brothers Manufacturing. By 1907 they had built there enterprise
into the largest manufacturer of miner's tools and heavy equipment in
the United States. Mr. Beall was also President of the Home Building and
Loan Association of Alton.
The Honorable Mr. Beall served as Alderman of the 4th ward
for 14 years, was the first three term Mayor of Alton from 1905 - 1911,
and State Senator from the 47th District 1912 - 1916. Senator
Beall went on to be elected Mayor of Alton again in 1914 and to serve
for an unprecedented fourth term from 1915 - 1917.
Directions:
The Beall Mansion is conveniently located only 25 minutes from the
St. Louis Gateway Arch and downtown St. Louis, Missouri, 25 minutes from
St. Louis Lambert International Airport, and less than five minutes from
St. Louis County.
The Beall is a buff brick mansion distinguished by a weeping willow
tree draping the driveway. Please pull in the driveway and under the
porte-cochere to unload your luggage. Off street parking is available
behind the mansion.
From St. Louis Lambert International Airport:
- Take I-70 east, to I-170, north 5 miles.
- Bear right onto the on-ramp to I-270 heading east 5.5 miles.
- Turn north on Route 367 (Lewis & Clark Blvd.) Follow Lewis
& Clark Blvd 11 miles over two bridges until it dead ends into
Landmark Blvd. Note: Lewis & Clark Blvd changes from Route 367
to U.S. 67 at Lindbergh.
- Turn left (west) on Landmark Blvd two blocks to Henry Street.
- Turn right (north or away from the river) on Henry Street to East
12th Street.
- Turn left (west) on East 12th Street two blocks to 407.
- The Beall Mansion is the last home in the second block on the left
side of the street (on the southeast corner of East 12th and
George.)
From Illinois I-55:
- Take the Hamel exit, Hwy 140 West "to Alton". Note: Hwy
140 becomes College and College becomes 20th Street.
- From 20th Street turn left (south) on Alby eight blocks. Turn left
(east) on East 12th Street three blocks.
- The Beall Mansion is located on the right (southeast corner) of
East 12th and George.
Reviews:
"... you will feel as though you have stepped into a
turn-of-the-century palace and you are the king and queen."
- Edwardsville Intelligencer
"Attention to history, a touch of elegance and a dash of
romance..."
"... One of the leading homes in a city of elegant residences
and one of the finest..."
- Alton Illinois Illustrated 1912, page 42
"Voted Illinois Best Bed & Breakfast"
- Illinois Magazine First Annual Readers Poll
"If you book a room at the opulent Beall Mansion be prepared for
an experience like no other. Even five star hotels in the best cities
can't compete... I would compare the service and style to the Plaza
Hotel in New York City, in fact, but without the discomfort of that
hotel's overbearing high-browed staff..."
Also featured in The AAA Midwest Motorist, St. Louis Post Dispatch,
Midwest Living Travel Guide, DeForest Times, and more.
