The Irish Inn offers a wee bit of Europe in the Shawnee National Forest near the Tunnel Hill State Bicycle Trail, wineries, Bellsmith Springs, Burden Falls, Dixon Springs, Ferne Clyffe, Jackson Hollow, Jackson Falls, Hogg Hollow Winery, Lake Glendale, the Ohio River, Trigg Tower, Lusk Creek Canyon, Millstone Bluff, and other beautiful natural sites. Stay in a stone and log chalet, comfortably cool in summer with blazing log fires in winter. You will enjoy the company of a friendly innkeeper, and there is no extra charge for the blarney, storytelling, and good Irish luck. Two beautiful suites are available. The Tipperary Tower Suite features antique furnishings, forest views, a huge great room with masonry fireplace, HDTV and DVD players, two luxurious super king-sized beds for extra dreamy sleeps. These rooms are on the top floor of our roomy inn. The Dublin Castle Suite is on the main level, and features a super king sized feather bed (synthetic available if you have allergies), luxurious draperies, forest and pond views, a sitting area, 46" HDTV, DVD player, satellite TV, walk-in shower, whirlpool tub, fireplace, and other European features. Both suites have small refrigerators. You can elope to The Irish Inn and get married over a two day period or plan your dream wedding for up to 50 guests here. A Protestant minister, Native American, or judicial official will be arranged to perform your ceremony in one of the magnificent nature areas nearby or in the inn. We welcome those having small family reunions, anniversaries, honeymoons, and all couples seeking relaxing romantic weekends. Children, families, and pets are welcome here, and we will petsit for you. We have a kennel available for your dog, and there are lovely walks for you to take with your pet. We dare you to finish our full Irish breakfasts served when you want them each morning. Some people call our special Irish sausages "bangers," and they meet a country ham steak, pork chops, bacon (Irish or American), two, three, or more eggs, sauteed mushrooms, potatoes O'More, and fried tomatoes on your breakfast plate. Add special breads, jams, juices, coffee, and morning Irish tea (strong breakfast tea with cream and sugar), and you have a hearty start to the day! Eloping couples call (618) 695-5683 or for regular reservations dial (618) 695-3355. You can view videos about The Irish Inn and Southernmost Illinois from our homepage or see photos and videos on our Facebook fan and business pages.