Our stay was INCREDIBLE!…read more First, apologies on how long it took to get to this review. It's been go go go since we returned. However, our stay here was so amazing that it hasn't left our minds. So, the "bed" part of bed and breakfast? So comfortable! The rooms were amazing and had such a sense of history. The rooms were very spacious and beautifully decorated. Vintage wallpaper and bed dressings give you the full effect of traveling in time to a bygone era. The showers and bathtubs were great. The tubs were the claw foot standalone type tubs and not the typical Home Depo special you get in motels and hotels. There's just something about showering in one of those tubs that takes you back. However if you want to use them, there are indeed wonderful modern jacuzzis available in the rooms as well which are super relaxing after a day of walking around and sightseeing and shopping. Things were very comfortable inside despite it being very hot and so humid outside. And there were extra fans if you needed them and you wanted to stay cooler too. The furniture is actual wood and not the cheap particle board stuff used with in so many places today. The wood just feels "rich and elegant." From the outside, you get such a sense of history. The place is absolutely beautiful. Now... the "breakfast" part of bed and breakfast was so filling. You will eat like you've never eaten before and will want more but won't have the space to put it. I wish we could have stayed an extra day even just for the food. The owner asks about your preferences and needs and does such a great job with the food. She makes a killer sweet tea as well! The place was remarkably maintained and the owner was so welcoming. She felt like a family member we haven't seen in so long, like a grandmother to us and our kids. She was super flexible about the check in and check out times as well, enabling us to get a quick shower in before leaving so that after sight seeing we didn't need to sit in our sweaty clothes for the next leg of the trip. We so much wanted to stay longer! It was such a great experience there is no doubt that we will stay here every time we come to Metropolis. Oh and I should mention that when you stay here, you do get admission to the Superman museum included in the cost which is just icing on the cake. So really, why are you still reading? Book a stay. You will not be disappointed. Five stars, fifty stars, five hundred stars!

If I could rate this fabulous bread and breakfast a 10 star review I most definitely would. Lori…read morewas gracious and informative that made our stay in Metropoles one to remember. Breakfast was prepared to perfection the room was elegant and comfortable. We will definitely return to the Riverview Mansion

Cute B&B on the Ohio River. Nothing too fancy, but nice enough and clean. Breakfast was good, but…read moreonly available at 8:30am - is that normal? Some rooms go out into the terrace, but we got the Suite, whose door led to the the hallway into the stairway into the dining room. It was a big, two room suite with a nice four post bed and a very teeny tiny bathroom with only a stand up shower. Cool Gazebo on the River. Small town with not much in it - no restaurants or anything. I got hungry around 9pm and had to go to the local bar and they warmed up a frozen pizza for me. yay. The parks in the area are a lot of fun, esp. Garden of the Gods - I'd say that was my favorite thing I saw around here. River Taxi looks interesting, but didn't have a chance to ride it. Definitely would have been fun to have a boat to cruise the river with.

We found this place purely by accident on the way to Cave in Rock in June. We're familiar with the…read morearea, but had never stopped at this particular place. The proprietor gave us a tour and we made a note to try it out in the fall, which we just did. The building's from 1812, but very nicely redone while keeping its old charm. The location is incredible, right on the river, and it's a great base from which to explore the whole region. Great little floating catfish restaurant next door. Town itself is mostly dead, but we still had fun walking around it and spending a few bucks in a couple of places. Breakfast in the morning was fantastic, and they gave us clues on other places to visit. Wi-fi. No kidding. ANd it was pretty good. We mostly had the place to ourselves, and in fact we were the only ones in the building the last two nights, which is a little weird, but locked up nice and tight. The walls are a little thin, wondered what it would be like if they were crowded, but we lucked out. Everybody we dealt with was so nice. It's not a Hilton, it's a refurbished and very old place. But they seriously did a great job. Looking forward to a return visit.

My 7-year-old son & I stayed here on April 4 thru 7, 2015 for quick-but-comfortable access to the…read moresights of the spectacular Shawnee National Forest (if going, try the Garden of the Gods Backpacker Parking and Rim Rick to Pounds Hollow Trails). Bruce and Sue were extremely accommodating. In fact, Bruce let me usurp his garage spot to charge my electric car (they refused to take money for the electricity usage). Sue's breakfasts were also top notch. Lastly, the grounds and proximity to river views were exceptional. I rated this 5 stars not because it is perfect (the décor was dated and the toilets and showers were small) but because it fully met my expectations given the price (only $130/night for the large Captain's room and high-quality breakfast for 2) and the age of the building (the house is over 100 years-old). I'd happily pay 20% more if they opted to refresh the décor (e.g., wallpaper, improved baths). We will return either way

Beautiful location with a porch view of the Ohio River. Husband and I went to Southern Illinois for…read morea fall getaway. With limited lodging options in the beautiful Shawnee National Forest, this was a hidden gem. We truly enjoyed the company of the owner and other guests as we relaxed on the porch. Breakfast was a wonderful treat thanks to Sue's culinary skills. Our only complaint was the bed in our room (the Quilt Room) was very worn out. We were told it was about to be replaced--definitely needed! It sound like other rooms were more updated on beds. We loved the house and owners and would love to return.

Staying at Maple Hill was the best decision of our trip through Tennessee!!!…read more From the moment you get there there's a view of the lake from both the front and the back. Huge decks to relax on in rockers under a fan! The owner is the most gracious, helpful person you'll ever meet! She immediately told us about the home and helped us plan our trip to Nashville. Every room in the home was luxurious and comfortable. We stayed in the Mary Todd (I think that's what it was called) and the bed was so comfortable it was a great night. Breakfast the next day was absolutely amazing! She doesn't miss a single detail and will spoil you! From start to finish this was a lovely experience!

Great B&B hostess showed us around the old house. Great location on Lake Barkley. House was full of…read moreantiques very well kept, we will be back on our next visit through Kentucky

The Respite is a lovely place to stay in Paducah. It's quite spacious, casually elegant, and nicely…read moredecorated throughout. Room 1 is huge with a king-sized bed, two sitting areas and a separate small room with a fridge and ample space for luggage. The large bathroom has an awkward layout, but the jacuzzi tub is a lovely bonus on a cold night. The home-cooked breakfasts were delicious and satisfying, and the host was extremely friendly and helpful. A couple small suggestions would be to add a full length mirror and provide body lotion along with the other toiletries. The location is great for walking, and the parking and ease of entry were very good.

So beautiful! So clean! Simple, but so tasteful! Easy to get to. Easy to get in to. Quiet. Was a…read morelittle nervous about street side parking, but it was lit well, it was easy and there was plenty of space. We would stay again and again!!

I had a short but very nice stay at this bed and breakfast. It is nestled in a small residential…read morecommunity at the edge of Shawnee National Forest, at the end of an unpaved road. The house and garden are surrounded by trees so you feel like you are staying in the forest. It's only a few miles away from Garden of the Gods and other hiking trails in Shawnee. It is run by a lovely older woman named Sona. She is amazing and made the most delicious pancakes for breakfast! The house is immaculately clean and no detail was spared in giving it a cozy country home feel. If you are traveling to So. Illinois for the wine trails, House of Nahum is about 40 miles east of the wine trails, but we were able to find the place using GPS after leaving the wineries after dark without a problem. Our stay was perfect, and Sona was the perfect hostess. If you find yourself at House of Nahum, tell her Maggie from Chicago said hello.

This was like staying with family. It is in such a beautiful country setting. Norma, the owner was…read morevery gracious and so sweet. It was a very quiet place to stay after a long bike ride. The breakfast was delicious. Can't wait to go back.

Our party of two couples booked our three night stay to view the eclipse over a year in advance…read more We throughly enjoyed the peace and quiet of the rural setting and the expansive outdoor spaces fit our needs to a tee. The proprietress, Norma, is a delight! She went out of her way to make us comfortable. The breakfasts she served were delicious and she provided us with multiple entree options and served at the time of our choosing. The drinking water is great. Rooms are comfortable and well appointed. Second floor accommodations are quieter and and provide greater privacy. I highly recommend Country Schemes B&B.