I've known more than my fair share of hotel rooms. Waaay more than my fair share, but this was the first and only one I'd come back to, just for the pure joy of what Gary has done with the place. For the same price (or cheaper!) of a bog standard hotel room in a soul destroying hotel chain at the University town 30 minutes down the road, you can find yourself cocooned in a tempurpedic bed with rich cotton sheets, after stepping out of the jacuzzi in your palatial bathroom, sipping on the best of the local wineries, dreaming about the fluffy chocolate chip pancakes Gary, the owner, has promised you for the morning....bliss. Each of the rooms in this old school house has been painstakingly restored and uniquely decorated to retain original blackboards, classroom reading circles, hard wood floors, school house memorabilia, and loads of charming antiques from yesteryear (I even found a pair of old ladies bloomers hanging in my closet!). All this is combined with the best of modern air-conditioning, flat screen televisions, a fridge, kitchenette, sink, and microwave, enormous bath, dining table, and lounge area. Perhaps the wifi has been updated since the previous reviewers, because I had no trouble. Gary has a meticulous attention to detail, which shows up in the decor, the handmade and locally sourced breakfasts, the personal orientation to the town's restaurants and vineyards, and the extra effort to make every guests stay in Anna not just comfortable, but sublime. Being in Anna on a business trip, we were expecting to hustle in and out of the rooms on the way to meetings and not see a soul; but Gary took extra efforts to make sure we had a hot healthy breakfast served to our rooms before dawn, to prepare different meals for different tastes, stocked the rooms with complimentary bottles of water, cookies, and nuts, and even packed us delicious snacks for the road in case we were hungry. If you are here for the first snow falls of the season, I hear Gary will lavish you with one of his mind-blowing Skor Bar brownies, but I'll have to come back for that next time. I would recommend a stay at the Davie School for a romantic getaway, a girls weekend on the wine trails, a family hiking vacation, a company retreat, or somewhere just to rest your weary mind, drink some wine and get fat on Gary's duck egg omelets. Or like me, just get out of your hotel membership program funk and be reminded of the joy of travel and the art of customer service again. read more

The converted school was very interesting, with old school desks on display. Each room had a theme, such as music and art. The hospitality was great, and the breakfasts were outstanding. They served one of the best verstions of French Toast I have ever had! All in all, a unique and charming place to stay. read more

Ooooh!!! Sooo cute! And the rooms are HUGE! OK,I can't speak for all the rooms, but they used to be classrooms, so they're waaay bigger than anything you'd get at a regular hotel! I'd definitely recommend! Lyle checked us in and have great recommendations for things in the area. Can't wait to explore the state park and have our next adventure! read more

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This was an amazing place! If you're looking for a different atmosphere during your get away in Southern Illinois, Davis Inn is the place to stay. An old school converted to a B&B was such an clever idea. Things to keep in mind, it has wooden floors and it is creaky but this was no surprise. Staff was very welcoming and friendly. Breakfast was great! On site parking available as well. read more

We stayed at the Davie School Inn for two nights in August when we were in town for a funeral. It was a great experience! We would highly recommend this hotel. The breakfast in the morning was outstanding and the service the entire time we were there was terrific. Lyle was great and super attentive to anything we needed. read more

We stayed at the Davies School Inn last night. The Inn's hallway is decorated with different desks, school books and even the original drinking fountains! We went back in time in the "white" "math" themed classroom. The room had all of the charm and nostalgia of the classroom like student desk, black board, school clock, built in bookcase and the coat room is now the bathroom...so cool! The spacious room also had all the comforts of a bed & breakfast including king bed, couch, loveseat, dining table, TV, and kitchenette with frig, sink, microwave, & kurig machine. As a retired teacher of 35 years, I enjoyed the personal tour the owner Lyle gave us. Lyle also delivered us a wonderful breakfast in the morning. He was even able to accommodate my food allergy with an alternate menu. I highly recommend this unique Inn. On our next trip, we will book one of the other themed classrooms. read more

This is the cutest place!! Food was excellent, and the hosts where amazing. They were so sweet and trended to all our needs. I would definitely recommend a stay! Also, homemade breakfast was outstanding and delivered right into your door in the morning! read more

Davie School Inn - Peach French toast!!! - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Anna, Illinois

Perfect getaway. This is an old school converted into an inn. The rooms are massive as they are old classrooms. Very clean, very authentic, and breakfast is a great start to a day of hiking, biking, or various vineyards. Lyle and Tammy have a gem of a place situated near many state parks and the Shawnee National Forest. Great for couples, families or events. Something for everyone to do. We loved our stay read more

The place was cozy and clean. Very friendly atmosphere. Rooms are large and a homemade breakfast delivered to your room. Priceless! I should note that the breakfast was included in the price of the room. Also the town is adorable. read more

Such a wonderful well rounded family weekend complete with live music at beautiful wineries, hiking in parks, mass at the Catholic Church next door, memorable breakfasts, historical interests all around town (and the Inn), unique local breweries, and friendly proprietors & guests. Our son is a spirited 16 mth old explorer and the Inn was a great fit with a playground out back in the city park and child friendly amenities. There is also a nice city pool with a slide out back during the summer. Looking forward to future visits. read more

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A quaint, picturesque destination in a delightful little town! The owners are friendly and hospitable, the amenities are well worth the price, and the breakfast is to die for! As a gay couple travelling through the area, we didn't always feel safe. However, the Davie School Inn made us feel more than safe; we felt at home! read more

It was a pleasure to stay in this beautifully renovated, former schoolhouse. We stayed over Easter weekend, and Lyle and Tammy were very accommodating. The room was superb, and the breakfast was delicious! I will stay here every time I hike in Southern Illinois. read more

We can't say enough wonderful things about Davie School Inn and Lyle! he is such a great host. Knowledgeable and generous with his time and assistance. read more

This is one of the best places I have stayed! The breakfast is amazing, the staff makes you feel like family and the rooms are just fantastic! The owner even gave us a tour with the history! I can not say enough good things about our experience here! I can't wait to come back! Thank you for making our stay great and introducing me to feta in scrambled eggs! read more

Davie School Inn is a wonderful bed and breakfast destination. We stayed 4 nights and were blessed with 4 tasty and varied breakfasts. Fresh peaches from the local area were greatly appreciated. Close to Shawnee Forest, great hiking; Giant City State Park; and the Wine Trail. The old time school atmosphere was reminiscent of days gone by. Thanks to Lyle and Tammy!!!! read more

Magical. Magical. Magical. Phenomenal hospitality. Phenomenal food. Phenomenal location (close to the wine trail, great hiking, neat shops, & only 20-ish minutes from SIU). I've never wanted to go to a B&B because I like anonymity & privacy & am not a fan of shared spaces. This place afforded me lots of privacy, was luxurious, and food was delivered to my door this am. Win-Win! Bonus: the space is magical. Creaky wood floors, attention to decorative details, a story around every corner, and extra chalk for the chalkboard. Treat yo' self and stay at the Davie School Inn. read more

Davie School Inn - Chalkboard fun with friends! Run, do not walk, and make reservations for an overnight experience unlike any other. - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Anna, Illinois

I agree. A very well kept secret of southern Illinois. Good weekend getaway. Excellent value. 4 Stars easily but 5 Stars rated because of the value. I dislike Bed & Breakfasts. Why? Because the thought of losing privacy to stay in a kitchy antique place gives me the chills. But this place is DIFFERENT and off the beaten track. Located in Anna in southern Illinois, this inn was formerly a school as far as I know up until 90's. Each room is huge and can easily count as two standard urban city hotel suites combined. The ceilings are high. The windows are as you would expect tall letting in much light during the winter season. There are curtains that are drawn to allow for privacy. Wood floors. A hot tub, two sinks and mirrors, couch. you can easily fit a party of 3 or more in these rooms because they are so big. The bed is TEMPUR-PEDIC. Best bed I ever slept in a hotel / inn. Seriously. Interestingly, what many have not caught on is there are specialty suites. If you want that flat screen, recessed lighting, contemporary look, those rooms are available. I went with the cheapest room which was incredible. For close to $100 I had a huge room as described in the first paragraph and with breakfast for two served to us to eat in privacy of our room! Without breakfast, $85. yes, there is a table and chairs that could seat four in there. Yes there is a microwave, small refrigerator, kitchenette inside, large coffee table. yes, there are alot of old school literally antiques. Satellite tv. I can see myself coming here for a retreat and working on a novel in one of these rooms. A relaxing vacation would be to head out and stay here a night, then proceed to the Little Grand Canyon of Illinois a short drive away. I posted a few pics of this little known trail. The Davie School Inn is a great place. I think they have to parlay all the local flavors as an attraction. The owner is distinct by his Indiana Jones like hat he wore. He's friendly, and funny. The place is large and you may hear his kids possibly walking down one of the halls... so no, it's not ghosts. 17th Street Bar & Grill in O'Fallon, Ill is one of my favorite BBQ places. HOWEVER, the ORIGINAL nearby location in Murphysboro did not taste like the O'Fallon location at all. Its close to the inn. It was part of my southern Illinois trip but given if you are at Davie School Inn, you will have to see for yourself on your way back up to St. Louis and rate it on Yelp. Recommendations: Top floor room is awesome and most quiet. However, if online looks like inn is less than half vacant, I think first floor will suffice for quietness. Do go to the Little Grand Canyon for a hike. Do get the optional breakfast in the morning served to your room. Bring your GPS. Note.. it may not work on some of the outer roads. If you are really frugal, bring snacks or lunch to place in fridge to heat up. I recommend bringing some drinks, water bottles, soda. If owner offers you a tour of other rooms and the building, do it. You will be impressed with the new masculine suite he's building. Romantic getaway? You can really suffice w/standard rooms. However, $200 will get you the ultra gold or purple room. Winter actually is a solid time to travel because of tall windows for light. Whirpool tub is 1-2 person size and modern. Avoid filling it twice in short period of time. Had a problem with hot water. The purple and gold rooms have a large tub that I envied! Wifi does exist but I didn't get a good signal. Luckily, I bypass this everwhere by tethering my laptop to my mobile phone's internet. read more

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My boyfriend and I just returned from our weekend away at the Davie School Inn for his birthday. We read a few reviews online and researched each suite prior to making a reservation, and I have to say - we were blown away. The service was casual and professional, the room was HUGE, the bed was comfortable [the sheets were THE most comfortable I've ever slept on...], the bathroom was clean, the decorations were right on point, and the breakfast was AMAZING. Literally my only 'complaint' is the occasional creaking of the stairs and floors, but the school was built over 100 years ago, so there's not much to be done about that. The typical crowd isn't exactly one that would cause a great deal of movement, and we were never disturbed. Also the website does say that wi-fi is available, but neither my boyfriend or I tested that, so I can't add an opinion on its reliability. If you go for no other reason, go for the breakfast! It is ALL homemade. Day one for us was a spinach omelet with breakfast sausages and home fries, accompanied by homemade strawberry/cream cheese pastries, toast, fruit, and juice. Day two was French toast topped with fried apples and whipped cream, bacon, scrambled eggs, fruit, and juice. Food allergies are taken into consideration at check-in, and adjustments can be made to the menu if necessary, but I promise you, if you love comfort breakfast food, you will love what Gary prepares! We stayed in the Blue Suite, their most affordable and located on the first floor, which included Dish TV, a king-sized bed, a small refrigerator, microwave, sink, glasses/mugs, a wine bottle opener, table for breakfast, hair dryer, jacuzzi tub, and the fluffiest towels I've ever felt. There was nothing we didn't enjoy about our weekend away, and we are already planning our next trip to try out a different suite. Locally, I have to recommend the Brick House Grill - a 2-block walk from the Inn. Amazing food and wine, and also reasonably priced [depending on the entree] - I got the Italian Beef, which was phenomenal, and my boyfriend got the Brickhouse Burger, which he loved. The staff was very welcoming and accommodating, and we were glad we added that restaurant to our trip. For next time, we plan to check out the entire wine trail [which can be in a package deal for shuttle service to each of the local wineries], and the pumpkin patch. Lots of local small businesses to check out in the home-y town! I loved my experience with this stay, and I can't wait to go back! read more

Lyle was a great host!! Kind and accommodating with our last minute requests and reservations. He was knowledgeable of the building and told us about our room. You could spend a week here and never leave. There is at least a hundred board games, books, tons and tons of DVDs, popcorn and a gym with basketballs and etc. The room was huge, super clean, and beautifully decorated. The bed was comfy and clean. The bathroom was beautiful and the jacuzzi tub was perfect. Top that all of with a complimentary breakfast delivered to your door!! We can't wait to come back!!! read more

Lyle and Tammy made us feel at home when we stayed at David School Inn. Breakfast was delicious. We slept great every night. I would definitely go back. read more

The building is beautiful. Rooms are large, high ceilings, old wood floors. Chalkboards are a neat touch, very different. Close to state park. The owners are very friendly. Brought homemade breakfast in bed and orange juice to us. We had a nice time here. read more

Great charm, clean rooms, loved the breakfast! The owners were very helpful and accommodating. Loved learning about the history of the school, and ownership of the Inn. We were in town for business meeting, and would definitely stay there again. read more

A great inn and a unique experience. The rooms are HUGE and the rooms in back have a nice view of the fair groungs. Gary is a great host and provides fantastic breakfasts. Centrally located for the wineries and hiking. read more

Went for my class reunion weekend and was one of the best places we have stayed. The rooms are large and welcoming. The owners are so nice and help you with any information you might need. The breakfasts are amazing. The helpings are huge and are amazing. I will definitely be going back. I can not day enough good things about this establishment. read more

I had an amazing stay this weekend with a group of friends and will definitely be back!! The school is so cool and we loved the food and amenities! read more

Huge rooms, feels like you're staying at someone's home. Amazing accommodations and hospitality, homemade breakfast is incredible. Gary gave great recommendations for food/activities in the area. Best customer service I've ever experienced. This place is second to none, would/will recommend to anyone looking for lodging in the area. read more

Lyle is a wealth of information and stories and a very good cook, and this space is unique. The Davie School Inn is a former school converted into an inn of several suites themed to academic subjects. The units are very spacious--at least 1000 square feet, it seems, and Lyle's breakfasts are fantastic--scrambled eggs with feta, strawberries and apple french toast, and more. I highly recommend the breakfasts. Lyle is so friendly and welcoming and provided so much helpful information regarding the history of the building, hiking trails and wineries and restaurants in the area, but he'll share only if you're interested in listening. There is a school gymnasium that houses games and basketball, and board games and movies and popcorn are available all over the building, among original desks in the decor; it makes for a nice place to nest and relax. We stayed in the Yellow (Science) Room which is already quite spacious but were able to tour other unoccupied rooms; a couple of the suites are enormous and house large hot tubs. We spent most of the time exploring the wine and hiking trails but felt thoroughly relaxed in the suite. Amenities include microwave and refrigerator, Jacuzzi tub and toiletries, two sinks and coffee and tea and snacks, lots of games and books, TV, a sofa, and a few comfortable beds! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning soon! read more

This is the coolest and greatest bed and breakfast I've came across !!! Wonderful place very very comfortable! Thank you for a wonderful stay read more

Loved it. First time at a bed and breakfast and my husband and I were not disappointed. It's just lovely!! Rooms are huge. They have everything you need for a comfy stay. Gary cooks a breakfast of a true chef and was just so nice!!! Can't wait to stay again and do the wine trail. FUN! read more

The best bed and breakfast I have visited! Easy to make reservations, hospitality is outstanding. I love that Lyle and Tammy have established partnerships with surrounding businesses so that their guests can receive discounts. Most comfortable beds I have slept in including my own. Breakfast is always amazing. I am literally looking for reasons to come stay in Anna Illinois so I can visit again. read more

Lyle and Tammy are great hosts! They made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in the door. The rooms are decorated in education themes; we stayed in the "Blue Room" decorated for Art and Music. We took the escorted tour and saw all the rooms that were unoccupied at the time, all are very charming, comfortable, and clean. Breakfasts are amazing, more than enough food and delicious. We will definitely stay there again. read more

Wow. What a great host! We have stayed there 2 separate times and both were fabulous! The rooms are huge, spacious, clean, and fun! The heat and air are completely under your control. The breakfast is served to order and when you want it. The host also knows everything about the area and will help you plan your day, everything from restaurants and wineries to horseback riding and great places to visit! On our first trip there we had left a small purchase at one of the wineries we visited, he had it delivered to our room, and we did not even know we had left it behind! On our second visit, we took our adult daughter as a gift for her birthday, and he made her a scratch chocolate cake that was out of this world! If your looking for a great B&B, look no further, this one is the best! read more

Great place to stay! My wife and I stayed here for a long weekend getaway on our anniversary. Gary was friendly, helpful, knowledgable and a great cook. Breakfast is brought to your room at a time appointed by you, it is hot, big and delicious. Gary gave us ideas of things to do and places to go. He gave us his personal cell number so if we had any problems we could call or text him. Other than check in and out the only time we saw him was when he brought breakfast. The room was large, comfortable and nicely decorated. If you are looking for a place to kick back and relax, this is the place. read more

Excellent accommodations, excellent host, thanks Gary, we enjoyed our stay with you last weekend. I'm recommending The Davie School Inn to everyone I know. You have it down to a science! Oh, and the breakfasts? Gourmet all the way! read more

Great old school house turned into a bed & breakfast. Large open suites (full school classroom), modern conveniences, flat screen TV, whirlpool tub, microwave, sm. refrigerator, etc. Tasty breakfasts made to order! Well kept secret in the beautiful hills of Southern Illinois. read more

David School is definitely the best place to stay in this area We are from California and are used to going to four season hotels.This place was beyond that my two children had so much fun being in a real classroom drawing and doing math, for sure this was a great experience for us. read more

Our group of nine women headed back to The Davie School Inn for the second year--since we had such a blast the first year. We camp out there for a couple of nights so we can enjoy the Shawnee Wine Trail. We have an equally good time in the comfortable school rooms where we get spoiled with great homemade breakfasts each morning. I hate to talk to much about The Davie School Inn because--although I want Andrea and Gary to do well--I want it to stay our little secret. :-) read more

I spent a weekend in Anna, IL, with 8 friends - visited wineries and had the pleasure of staying at the Davie School Inn for the second year in a row. Wonderful experience! Comfortable rooms, TERRIFIC breakfasts, personable proprietors - epecially knowledgable about the local wineries and points of interest. Our group had a wonderful time and we are looking at dates to return to the Davie School Inn next year! read more

I have never stayed at B&B before but Davie School in was a pleasant surprise. I would recommend Davie over any hotel near by. Located in old school each guest is given a private room with bath and small kitchen. Greg (the owner) cooks every meal to your liking. The best breakfast i have had a while. My gf who is vegetarian was also accommodated by Greg providing separate meat free options. Also Greg does not keep curfew. Did I mentioned you eat your breakfast at your personal dining table in your room at a time of your preference? I felt spoiled being my first B&B ever but def. worth it. read more