Wilder Guest House

About this Place

The Wilder Guest House was acquired by Illinois Wesleyan University in 1980 and is named in honor of William H. Wilder, who served as the University’s President from 1888 to 1898.

The Space

Wilder Guest House is available to guests affiliated with Illinois Wesleyan, including faculty, staff, and students. Alumni are also welcome when visiting for University-related purposes. The property offers six rooms, with options ranging from queen-sized beds to twin XL. It serves exclusively as a rental property to accommodate guests visiting campus.

 

Guest Access 

This spacious, historic two-story house features a living room, dining room, and kitchen on the first floor, with private bedrooms located on both the first and second floors. All bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning. The living room includes a television. There are two shared bathrooms (one on each floor) with locks for privacy.

 

During your Stay 

Feel free to relax with a book, or try a new recipe using the cookware and utensils provided for preparing a home-cooked meal during your visit. Our conference services staff is availableMonday through Friday
from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. For assistance outside these hours, please contact Campus Safety at (309) 556-1111.

 

Other things to Note

In cases of crisis or emergency, the Guest House may be repurposed to meet the University’s institutional needs. As a result, reservations may be subject to cancellation or modification to accommodate these needs.

For more information about the interiors , guest rooms, and answers to frequently asked questions, please explore further details.