Our Story

Three Pines came about from our love of Petersburg, Illinois — for both its past and its future. On a muggy night in August of 2018, a group of ten friends wandered around the house, the barn, and the grounds. At that time, the property had fallen into disrepair; the walls had begun to crumble and the weeds had begun to grow. So these ten friends — all of who had grown up in Petersburg or now called it home — dreamed of how to save this remarkable place. It had once been loved, could it be again? Fueled by this mighty dream, community support, and local talent, they decided to revitalize Three Pines. They conceived of a new future for the property filled with overnight stays, whole-house retreats, and barn weddings. It would be a way for both locals and out-of-towners to get to know the house on the hill, a Petersburg landmark, that has anchored the community. Less than a year later — thanks to countless people who rolled up their sleeves to saw, paint, sand, and weed — Three Pines opened its doors. We feel grateful to be the stewards of this treasure in our community, and we hope that an appreciation for Petersburg (and your own hometown) takes hold when you visit Three Pines.