About Our Historic Inn

The building itself is a George Barber kit home, built for David Hoover, a stagecoach line owner. It was shipped here by rail from Knoxville, TN. Once known as the “Chimney House,” the home’s most distinctive exterior feature is the 50′ high stone-and-brick chimney on the front corner of the house. It is a treasure chest of original architectural featuring beveled windows, 10.5′ ceilings with original millwork and fretwork, pocket doors between parlors and 8′ six-panel doors, hardwood floors, grand staircase, and 6 original fireplaces each with Minton tiles imported from England, updated with gas logs.

Joe and Myrna Hauser acquired the property in 1993 and began extensive restoration and renovation to offer 8 guest rooms and 2 additional suites in the Carriage House. International visitors from more than 37 foreign countries have registered at the Market Street Inn Bed & Breakfast, mostly corporate travelers coming to the area to conduct global business.

If you are traveling the historic Route 66 “Mother Road,” Market Street Inn Bed & Breakfast in Central Illinois is just a few minutes off its replacement, I-55. The Illinois Amish community of Arthur, IL is just a little over an hour from our front door.

Amenities Include:

• Wireless high-speed Internet (free in room)
• Private baths: most with whirlpool tubs
• Hairdryers
• Iron & board
• Premium linens & Robes
• Full fireside or candlelight breakfast (time negotiable)
• Flexible check-in time
• Flexible cancellation policy Sunday-Thursday
• Social hour with complimentary wine, fruit and cheese
• Two (2) Parlors for socializing, relaxing, reading, or watching the large-screen TV in the back parlor
• Complimentary bottled water & soda
• Discounted rates depending on length of stay
• Upscale dining two blocks away

Business Travelers: Corporate rate (single occupancy) available Sunday – Thursday.

Bereavement Rate: Sunday – Thursday