Here's what our guests say...
"Thanks for your hospitality - enjoyed the wine & view from the cupola!!" - Barb & Danny, Linda & Dave , Aug 2011
"Wonderful house & wonderful hospitality!" - J & M, Minneapolis, July 2011
"Beautiful! Plus outstanding breakfasts, snacks and customer service. Thank you." - Sara, Minnesota, July 2011
"Wonderful home. Fabulous breakfast. Hospitality outstanding." - Susan, July 2011
"Thank you for a delightful stay in this gorgeous house. And a great breakfast! All the best!" - Judy & Ken, Des Moines, July 2011
"One of the most beautiful B&Bs I've stayed in. Rose is very sweet and the breakfasts were great. Loved the room."- Shely, Missouri, Jul 2011
"Immaculate grounds, cozy rooms & great food. Thank you for making us feel welcome. Gorgeous house." - Andrew & Abby, July 2011
"We had a great time! Thank you for wonderful hospitality, food and recommendations for things to do. Our best B&B experience!" Tony & Cindy, June 2011
"Lovely home. Lovely stay." - Dan & Tamra, June 2011
"Beautiful home & gardens are gorgeous!" - Donna, May 2011
"What a wonderful way to celebrate our 1st anniversary. Thank you for everything. We loved it!' - J&S, May 2011
"Rose, thank you so much for everything. Our wedding day could not have been more perfect." Jeff & Jessica, May 2011
"Thank you for preserving the Roshek family home. We loved being here." - Lorrie, Nov 2010
"Enjoyed immensely. Loved the history. Thank you for your generous, warm hospitality." - Kevin & Teresa, Oct 2010
"What can I say to express our "shock & awe"? Our time here fulfilled and exceeded our anxious expectations! It started with the amazing architecture and ambiance...only to be topped by the warm hospitatility of the owners and hostess! We'll be back!"- Dick & Pat, Guttenberg, IA, Oct 2010
"Your bed & breakfast is the nicest we have ever stayed at - wonderful food, beautifully decorated rooms - could go on & on!" - J&R, Oct 2010
"What a beautiful place to stay! We felt so welcome and at home. With our son at Clarke (University), we hope to have many more stays here. Rose, you were awesome. Thank you!" - F&B,G&G, Illinois, Sept 2010
"Wow, wow, wow! This was our 1st experience with a B&B and it was incredible! Rose is the best hostess - she made us feel really welcome and it felt so much like a home. We are very excited about coming back to Clarke Manor." - C&D, Sept 2010
"This was the perfect place to spend our 32nd anniversary! Beautiful place!"-D&P, Indiana, Sept 2010
Mid-week "Dog days of Summer"
August 2011
Take a mid-week break and let us pamper you!
Take advantage of our special pricing
Tuesday through Thursday nights.
Suites $125 and regular rooms $85.
Please mention this ad when you call to book your room.
Call Rose
at (563)588-1182
to book your room
Valid through August 31, 2011. Subject to availability; rate does not apply to San Francisco Suite; cannot be combined with any other package or promotion; based on double occupancy; does not apply to previously placed reservations; must mention this special when booking your reservation.
Special Events
Weddings, Showers, Retreats & Memorials
Clarke Manor is the perfect venue for your Special Event. We offer a beautiful setting for intimate weddings, civil unions, small receptions, bridal & baby showers, holiday parties, small business conferences, corporate functions, scrapbookers & quilters weekends, small music "camps" and girlfriends or sisters getaways. The quiet understated elegance of Clarke Manor is a fitting setting for a Memorial luncheon to honor your loved one. We can even coordinate a professional photograper (www.thejoyofphotography.biz) for your event. Let us help make your event truly special.
Please call Rose at (563)588-1182 for rates and details.
** Innkeeper is a Licensed Wedding Officiant **
