B&B-River Stay, Shawnee Getaway, McFarland Suite

Elizabethtown, IL, United States

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About

Set on top of a beautiful bluff overlooking the Ohio River sits the oldest operating hotel in Illinois. Built in 1812, Originally ran as a tavern and a boarding house, it has housed many weary travelers for the last 200 years. The Rose hotel has all of modern conveniences and amenities of today’s time, but walking through the doors steps you back in time. With its graceful 19th century beauty, this hotel is peaceful reminder of a world that used to be. *Breakfast served each morning*

Good to know

The McFarland room has a private bedroom connected to a large living room suite with attached full bathroom. The bathroom has a walk in shower. This suite is upstairs and is accessible through the main dining room. Enjoy your complimentary morning coffee on the patio downstairs. The porch is great place to watch the sunrise or just sit and watch the barge traffic on the Ohio River. The Summer Gazebo sits at the peak of the bluff on the property which offers beautiful river views and great photo opportunities. Located directly on the river to river trail and a short distance to Cave in Rock & The Shawnee National Forest. This has been a peak destination for years and picture perfect place for intimate weddings. Staying at The Rose Hotel is Stepping back in time and slowing the days down, all while offering the amenities of today’s world.

Other Details to Note

The digital code will you get you into your room, provided with reservation. The innkeeper is there for breakfast and on and off the property at varying times. Staff can be reached by using the hotel phone number or cell provided at check in.

Availability

What this place offers

Amenities

Common

Air conditioning
Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
Wifi

Outdoors

Alfresco dining
Outdoor seating
Patio

Bedroom and laundry

Bed linens
Hangers
Clothing storage

Common

Air conditioning
Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
Wifi

Outdoors

Alfresco dining
Outdoor seating
Patio

Bedroom and laundry

Bed linens
Hangers
Clothing storage

Bathroom

Body soap
Conditioner
Hot Water
Shampoo

Services

Breakfast Breakfast is provided
Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

Kitchen and dining

Coffee
Mini Fridge

Home safety

Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector

Parking and facilities

Free parking on premises
Private living room
Free street parking

Location features

Waterfront

House Rules

Quiet hours of the night due to other guests. Will need to contact innkeeper upon arrival for keys to entrance

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Guest Access

Guest are able to enjoy the front porch patio, entrance to the hotel dining room located through the lobby and private bathroom.

Reviews

Kelly

November 2025 · Airbnb

Had a wonderful experience in the McFarlane suite. Instructions were super easy to get in and out of the suite. The space was decorated for fall and both welcoming and untouchable like the 19th century. Our inn keeper, Jessa, was unbelievably kind, she predicted what we may need and provide provided incredible hospitality, and warmth for our stay. She also was helpful for recommendations for food and experiencing the neighborhood best. Our suite was very fun and peaceful. I especially loved that there was no highway noise anywhere nearby in Elizabethtown so it made the experience very quiet. Wonderful experience!

Dee

October 2025 · Airbnb

The Historic Rose Hotel was absolutely stunning. Our visit was amazing! So peaceful being right on the river and the breakfast was delicious!! We couldn’t have asked for a better anniversary getaway!! Thanks to all the people that contributed to our visit!! They were amazing!! We will definitely be back!! 💕

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