Central Illinois Bed and Breakfast the Market Street Inn

Summertime is the time to go to the fair for some good old fashioned fun. Yep, the Christian County Fair in Taylorville is upon us from July 6 thru 11 and there is fun for all ages.

Fun, Food and Frolic

Farmers bring their purebred livestock to show and be judged, local growers of produce and flowers bring arrangements to show and be judged also. Miss Christian County competition will happen and a Queen will reign. There is a show featuring local talent. How about a Truck and Tractor Pull?

Hear and Feel the raw power of a tractor pull vehicle

There will also be a Demolition Derby, a Toy Tractor Pull for the kids and, for the kids of all ages, the Carnival Midway with rides, cotton candy, lemon shake-ups and corn dogs. Did I mention the sanctioned Chili Cookoff? Wow, what a weekful of events.

The Taylorville Main Street Association is presenting a number of great activities here in Taylorville, less than 30 miles southeast of Springfield, Illinois. Come check out Barbecue, Blues & Cruise on June 4th & 5th at the Christian County Fairgrounds. Friday evening (no admission charge) from 5 to 10 PM “Talk to the BBQ Pros” and enjoy the Michelle Merker Memorial Concert.  Saturday ($5 admission)  From 10 am until 10:00 pm folks will be engaged in a Kansas City Bar-B-Q cook off, an Iron Chef competition and a Backyard grillers competition. While some folks cook and others taste, still others will be enjoying fantastic blues music from Big Babe Martin and the Chump Change Blues Band and The Manhattan Project.  

Start your day with a trip to the Farmer’s Market on the east side of Taylorville Square and pack a picnic, or enjoy good food from local vendors, and plan to make a day of it.  Also on the Square will be “Art On the Square”, a juried art fair which features beautiful paintings and sculpture and jewelry.

As if cook-offs and blues music aren’t enough, there will also be a Car and Bike Cruise and Show. This is guaranteed to be fun for vehicle aficionados of all ages. Taylorville is a perfect spot for Illinois Weekend Getaways. Come stay with us at our Central Illinois bed and breakfast and enjoy the Taylorville Main Street Association’s BBQ, Blues and Cruise on June 4th & 5th.

Laissez les Bon Temps Roulez

Saturday, April 3, 2010 Gaetano Gambino will celebrate the 1st year anniversary of being open in Taylorville, IL, right in the Heart of Lincolnland. Gaetano, long in the restaurant business, was transplanted by Hurricane Katrina and came to where we don’t have hurricanes. He is a success. There will be music all day long–featuring 3 bands, from 10 AM to 10 PM, a Louisiana Style Crawfish Boil and other refreshments. There is NO COVER CHARGE! Come and celebrate the end of Lent, Easter and have a great time.

Golf!  What a beautiful word which conjures visions of  sunshine, fresh air, challenge, fun, frustration, bets to be won on the next shot, camaraderie and liquid refreshment.  What could be better?  FREE GOLF!  Book your two night stay at the Market Street Inn and use our 4 passes to 18 holes per day.  The cart is on you. 

Taylorville Lake Shore Golf Course is rated 4.5 by Golf Digest and our golf guests tell us that it is a mature and challenging course.  Yes, there are some blackout dates and we urge you to check with us for those dates.

The Crocus have Popped!

The Crocus are up and popped and pretty and the Ides of March are upon us. Does this mean Spring? Why not. Fun things are happening in Taylorville and you should come to enjoy them.

St. Patrick’s Day One East Market Restaurant and Jazz Lounge will be featuring Live tunes by “48 Connection” and drink specials like “Irish Car Bomb’s” and more. Come and have fun.

On March 30 the Arts Council will feature a program by acclaimed film maker, writer and composer Craig Lindvahl in the Shumway Room of One East Market beginning at P.M.

Saturday, March 6 there will be a wine tasting, as there is every 1st Saturday, at One East Market Restaurant and Jazz Club. Taste fine wines from 3 to 5 pm and rate them and meet new friends. Stay for dinner. Beginning at 5 pm, Gary Burt will be performing in the Lounge, doing his vocalizations which, you would swear, you are hearing Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Tony Bennet. Gary will be performing from 5 to 9 pm. Book your room at the Market Street Inn, ask us to make your dinner reservations at One East Market and have a great time.

Your room will feature either a Queen or King bed and a double whirlpool tub in the bath. Book for two nights and ask about our two night special. Awaken each day to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and anticipate your full, country breakfast. Stay in your room, enjoy our parlors, go out and look the town or the area over and enjoy our Innkeeper Reception about 4 pm each day. We are here for you to have fun. Relax, reconnect and rekindle romance at our fine inn. You cannot go wrong!

Taylorville has numerous very good restaurants which are sure to please your palate.

Our beautiful Victorian Inn has been exceeding guest expectations for the past 15 years.  If you have never stayed with us or if you have stayed with us many times, we invite you to treat your special someone to the luxury and pampering offered here.  Comfortable Queen and King bedded rooms with whirlpool tubs for two, most with either a gas or electric fireplace.  Sounds like atmosphere to me.

Our guests rave about our full breakfasts served at fireside in our dining room.  Have a special dietary need?  With advance notice we can usually accommodate you.  We appreciate and take care of our guests while allowing the privacy you seek.

Afternoons find an Innkeepers’ Reception of fruit, cheese, wine and beer or your favorite soft drink.  This is a time to fill your plate and scurry back to your sanctuary or meet and converse with other guests.  The choice is yours.

For Valentine’s Month we are offering 15% off for your two night stay as a celebration of our 15th year as one of Central Illinois Finest Inns near Springfield.  You must call us to take advantage of this offer as it is not available via online booking.  We will help you make a great room selection.

Places to dine?  You bet.  Fine dining, Italian, Cajun, Mexican and plain old American style food at a variety of restaurants.  Taylorville doesn’t have it all, but it has most.

Bring your Sweetheart for a Valentine Month stay at the Market Street Inn.

Myrna & Joe Hauser invite you.

Yes, this is the main tree in the inn and for the past 5 years families have converged upon us from various points in the US and met at the Market Street Inn with their gifts and families and held their gift exchange in our front parlor. What fun they have and what fun we have along with them. Truly Christmas is one of the most wonderful times of the year. If the Grinch came in and stole all the gifts, our guests would realize that they have each other and in good health. Family is one of the real meanings of Christmas.

Magnificent Mansions star at the Taylorville Home Tour which will be Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5 from 10 am to 6 pm.

The feature home is a 16,200 sq ft home built in the early 1960′s.

The 1883 home shown here is also another of the fine homes on the tour.

Additionally the restored Courthouse dome and rotunda will be on the tour. Tickets are available for $9.00 per person. Children under 12 are free when accompanied by a ticketed adult. A special “Winter Getaway” package is available for only $26.00 which includes the tour and “Taking Tea with Mrs. Lincoln” scheduled for Saturday only and tickets for this are only available at Cottage Rose Antiques and Crafts in Taylorville, IL. This authentically British tea will begin when the doors open at 10:30 am for a promenade amog tables set by local hostesses and serving at 11:00 am. Each guest will be served 6 sandwiches, a scone, three desserts and hot tea. A vintage and contemporary style show will be presented during tea time. For advance tickets, which are limited, call 217-824-9447. Make your reservation for your overnight stay at the Market Street Inn and ask for our Christmas Home Tour Special:   one night, single occupancy in whirlpool tub room w/ tea & tour     150.00;  one night, double occupancy w/ tea & tour, 175.00;   two nights w/ tea & tour, single occupancy –275.00;  two nights w/ tea & tour, double occupancy–295.00.   Act now due to limited ticket availability for tea.  Non-cancelable.