Pere Marquette Lodge is located just across the Illinois River from St. Louis, Mo and includes 72 newly renovated guest rooms and cabins. The perfect St. Louis getaway, the hotel features a one-of-a-kind life size chess set, a 50ft limestone fireplace, a terrace overlooking the scenic Illinois River, an indoor pool, a Restaurant, a Winery, beautiful weddings, productive business retreats, private events and more. 13653 Lodge Blvd Grafton, IL 62037 (618) 786-2331 www.pmlodge.net
Monday, November 11, 2013
A little history
Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930’s, Pere Marquette Lodge is considered to be a treasure-trove of nature and history set in the rolling bluffs just outside Grafton, Illinois. As the centerpiece of the largest state park in Illinois, the Lodge overlooks the scenic Illinois River. With the distinctive look of stone quarried from Grafton, IL and rustic timbers, the Lodge boasts a 700-ton stone fireplace which dominates the Great Room and Restaurant. Today the old has been skillfully blended with the new providing excellent accommodations, dining, a winery, amenities as well as private and public events in a beautiful and historic setting. For more information about Pere Marquette Lodge and its events visit www.pmlodge.net or call 618-786-2331.