Mcgrady Inn

The first time we've ever stayed at a former church. It was very beautiful with lovely decor. A nice Continental breakfast was included.

Former church, beautifully redone as a bed and breakfast. The owners met me at checkin and even carried my bag up the stairs for me. There are fruit and muffins available in the kitchen, and the refrigerator was well stocked with water, orange juice, and yogurt. The refrigerator/freezer is accessible to guests in the kitchen common area, and there’s a microwave there as well. McGrady Inn features large open common areas and beautiful architecture with stained glass windows. There are big screen TVs in common areas as well as in the room, which was spacious and had a nice desk area for working. Nice large bathroom. Will definitely stay here again. Please note that the vintage architecture is not handicapped accessible, but if you’re able to ascend some stairs, it’s a great option and reasonably priced.

I have stayed at the McGrady Inn about a half dozen times. I went to college at Eastern Illinois University, and still have friends in Charleston, Illinois, so I stay at the Inn when I visit them. It's hard to describe just how lovely this place is, and how nice and helpful the owners Karen and Adam are. The location is great-- about a five minute walk to the town square, and about a ten minute walk to the campus, and the price is not much more than a motel would cost me. I always look forward to my stays there.

Easy check in, great location and clean. Love the atmosphere and the host is very responsive. This was our third visit. We always stay here for EIU Family Weekend. It is in walking distance to everything we need to do and is decorated for the season. We also appreciate and enjoy the fruit, milk, muffins and yogurt left for guests in the kitchen.

This is an early 1900s church that has been wonderfully renovated. The rooms are very clean and comfortable and the bathrooms are huge. We rented the two upstairs rooms which are only accessible by stairs. There are two very nice lounging areas, one on the first floor and one on the second floor. Coffee, tea, and muffins are provided in the morning. Karen, the host, was most gracious and clearly communicated all necessary instructions. We loved our stay here and would gladly return.

Beautiful old building with lots of history. The rooms were clean and the bed very comfortable. The common areas were spacious and welcoming. Karen was awesome and very communicative. She even offered great suggestions when asked about local eats. We highly recommend staying here if in the area.