Maple Leaf Cottage Inn is a bed & breakfast in Elsah, Illinois, a small historic village on the Mississippi River bluffs. It carries a 4.8/5 guest rating across 36 reviews, with every reviewer commenting positively on service and the property itself. The inn sits within easy walking distance of the Elsah Historic District and State Street Market. Breakfast is a consistent draw — 11 of 12 reviewers rated it positively — and the overall atmosphere gets uniformly strong marks.
Should you book Maple Leaf Cottage Inn?
A quiet, well-run bed & breakfast in a historic Illinois village where service and breakfast are the consistent strengths.
Best for
- Couples on a weekend away
- History and architecture enthusiasts
- Travellers who prioritise personal service
- Those exploring the Mississippi River bluffs region
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers needing an urban base with many dining options nearby
- Those wanting standard hotel-chain amenities
A village setting with real history
The inn sits in Elsah, one of the few Illinois towns listed entirely on the National Register of Historic Places. The Elsah Historic District is 170 metres away, and the character of the village — stone buildings, narrow lanes — shapes the feel of a stay here.
Walkable to local landmarks
State Street Market is a two-minute walk. The Elsah Soldiers historic site is under 350 metres away. The New Piasa Chautauqua Historic District is reachable in a short drive at just over 2.4 kilometres from the inn.
Breakfast worth planning around
Breakfast receives some of the strongest feedback of any aspect of the stay — 11 of 12 reviewers rated it positively. It is evidently a proper meal rather than a packaged afterthought, and for many guests it becomes a reason to linger in the morning.
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Location
12 Selma St, Elsah, Illinois
Maple Leaf Cottage Inn is located in Elsah, Illinois.
2 sights nearby, 1 of them within 0.5 mi; the closest is Elsah Historic District at 0.1 mi.
Things to do nearby
- Elsah Historic Districthistoric site0.1 mi
- New Piasa Chautauqua Historic Districthistoric site1.5 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
Guests rate Maple Leaf Cottage Inn 4.8/5 across 36 reviews. The most praised aspect is service (16 positive mentions), alongside property and breakfast.
- Things to do3.1/5
- Restaurants3/5
- Airport access3.4/5
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Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is Maple Leaf Cottage Inn located?
The inn is in Elsah, Illinois, a small historic village. It is approximately 170 metres from the Elsah Historic District and 160 metres from State Street Market.
What is the guest rating for Maple Leaf Cottage Inn?
The inn holds a 4.8/5 guest rating based on 36 reviews. Service and the property itself received unanimously positive feedback across those reviews.
Is breakfast included, and what do guests think of it?
Breakfast is a feature of this bed & breakfast. Of 12 reviewers who commented on it, 11 rated it positively, making it one of the most consistently praised aspects of a stay here.
What historic sites are nearby?
The Elsah Historic District is about 170 metres away. Elsah Soldiers historic site is roughly 340 metres from the inn. The New Piasa Chautauqua Historic District is approximately 2.4 kilometres away.
Is there somewhere to eat within walking distance?
State Street Market is about 160 metres from the inn. The inn itself also has a restaurant that guests have reviewed positively in the majority of cases.
How many reviews does the inn have, and are they recent?
There are 36 guest reviews on record. The 4.8/5 overall rating reflects consistent feedback across service, the property, breakfast, and sleep quality.
Is this property suitable for couples?
The inn's size, character, and strong service scores make it a common choice for couples, particularly those interested in the historic village setting of Elsah.
How do I get to Elsah, Illinois?
Elsah is a small village in Illinois. The surrounding area is best explored by car. The village itself is compact and the inn's nearest landmarks are all within easy walking distance once you arrive.
What category of accommodation is Maple Leaf Cottage Inn?
It is a 3-star bed & breakfast. Guests should expect a personal, owner-run experience rather than the facilities of a large hotel.
How is the service rated at this B&B?
Service is the top-rated theme in guest reviews. All 16 mentions of service across 36 reviews were positive, which is the strongest consistent score of any topic guests discussed.