The inn features antique furnishings, forest views, a huge great room with masonry fireplace, luxurious super king-sized beds for extra dreamy sleeps (synthetic available if you have allergies), luxurious draperies, forest and pond views, comfortable sitting and meeting areas, television with VCR and DVD player, satellite TV, high-speed wireless internet, small refrigerator, outside grill, walk-in shower, whirlpool tub, and other European features.

You can elope to the Irish Inn and get married over the weekend or plan your dream wedding for up to 25 guests here. A Christian (Protestant) minister, Native American, Humanist, or judicial official will be arranged to perform your ceremony in one of the magnificent nature areas nearby or in the inn. We welcome those having small family reunions, anniversaries, honeymoons, and all couples seeking relaxing romantic weekends. Children, families, and pets are welcome here, and we will babysit or petsit for you. We have a kennel available for your dog, and there are lovely walks for you to take with your pet.

We dare you to finish our full Irish breakfasts served when you want them each morning. Some people call our special Irish sausages "bangers," and they meet a country ham steak, pork chops, bacon (Irish or American), two, three, or more eggs, sauteed mushrooms, and fried tomatoes on your breakfast plate. Add special breads, jams, juices, coffee, and morning Irish tea (strong breakfast tea with cream and sugar), and you have a hearty start to the day!

The Irish Inn is a wireless hot spot, and we can arrange a whole office for long-term visitors, but between the natural beauty here, romance in the air, and the well-practiced lively art of conversation most guests like a break from the electronic world. Bring your steaks or other groceries to prepare your dinners here (gas grill and full modern kitchen available for dinner preparation), or ask about dining options in the area. Picnic luncheons or special dinners can be arranged for you as well. Let us know your preferences, and we will do our best to have everything arranged to suit your needs and tastes.

Transportation or rental cars can be arranged for guests arriving by Amtrak (Carbondale), air (Marion), or by BART (St. Louis to Marion). The Irish Inn is an Amtrak rail tourism partner.

One night double-occupancy rate is $149 plus tax/night; two day stays preferred on weekends offer a discount to $269; and the best deal of all is a three day stay for $319. Single travelers (Monday - Thursday) are accommodated for $119 plus tax/night, and we offer discounts for travelers allied with groups who request this discount on their official stationery. We accept cash, checks, government vouchers, IBBA or Irish Inn gift certificates, and all major credit cards via PayPal. Call us today at (618) 695-3355 to make your reservation. If you are ready to elope or get married here, call our special hotline (618) 695-LOVE!