Farmers Guest House
A 2 story Italianate style inn circa 1867. Originally a hotel where farmers stayed after a long journey, coming to Galena to sell their products to passing steamships. The inn has recently been renovated to make for more modern conveniences.... more
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7/28/2009 |
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The room was great, roomy, homey, comfortable. The breakfasts were delicious and filling. But the best part was the people. The owners, Kathie and Jeff, are perfects hosts. They treat you like family. Imagine warm chocolate cookies straight from the oven, just because we happened to be there. Other people there, Carol and Charles, were very personable also, and happy to make sure we had our needs met. We enjoyed the company of the other guests at the inn who shared their favorite sites and rerstaurants as well. We even shared a dinner out one evening with some of the other guests. All in all, a great place to stay for comfort and warmth. View Reviewer Info
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| "The best destination in Galena - Farmers Guest House"
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4/8/2009 |
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We stayed at the Farmers Guest House in Galena, Illinois for four nights in early April, 2009 in the Pete and Eleanor's Room. The Pete and Eleanor's Room is a two room suite right next to the dining room. It has a whirlpool tub and king size bed in the main room and a pullout queen size bed and fireplace in the other room. Each room had a TV and DVD player. Our kids used the pullout bed, which had a thick, queen-sized mattress with a pillow top that was as comfortable as any mattress on a regular bed. The entire inn was tastefully decorated with the most interesting items beautifully arranged in a pleasing manner. It had a rustic, cozy atmosphere to match the feel of the town. The inn had plenty of room to visit with other guests, or to hide and read a book in one of the sitting rooms. When we arrived, Kathie and Jess welcomed us like family. Throughout our stay, they seemingly anticipated our every need. They were very knowledgeable about the area and had brochures for all the highlights. The cookie jars were stocked, and the refrigerator had sodas and bottled water at all hours. Every evening at 6:00 they served wine and cheese with crackers - a pure delight! The breakfasts were sumptuous - we were so well fed that we never ate lunch throughout our stay (not even the kids). When it was time to go, we felt like we were leaving friends in Kathie and Jess, who were hospitable and kind without ever intruding. They made our stay a pure pleasure. Galena was to be a one-time trip for us, but now we'd like to go back just to stay at the Farmers Guest House. We've also recommended Farmers Guest House to all of our friends. It definitely exceeded all of our expectations. View Reviewer Info
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| "Warm, Relaxing, Inviting, Friendly, Pampered, Caring, Wonderful"
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2/19/2009 |
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What else can I say? The Camelot Suite was absolutely wonderful. The decor is beautiful and my wife LOVED the miniature shoe collection.....very romantic touch. The front parlor adds a nice touch and the dressing table is gorgeous and also useful. The bath is compact yet very sufficient and the spacious whirlpool is very comfortable for two. Lastly, the bed is one of a kind; a wrought steel sleigh bed that is magnificent with an unbelievably comfortable mattress. Four windows in the main bedroom and two more in the parlor let plenty of natural light in, yet the custom wood blinds adjust for privacy too. And this is just the Camelot Suite!
The rest of the B&B is tastefully decorated consistent with the period the structure was built. All the common spaces are very inviting and they just beg to be used. Several are stocked with goodies which we found to be a real treat. Jess and Kathie are very attentive hosts and were quick to help with anything we needed. The 6:00 pm wine and cheese tasting was fun and gave us an opportunity to learn some of the B&B's history from Kathie. The breakfast was wonderful and plentiful; no going hungry at the Farmers Guest House. My only regret was that we could not stay longer!
If you want to pamper and impress that special someone in your life with a quiet, romantic, and intimate getaway to a small town richly steeped in history, you cannot go wrong staying here. The Farmers Guest House truly is a hidden jewel and we can hardly wait to go back and visit again soon!
B & E
Minneapolis, MN
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| "Wonderfully relaxing weekend..."
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10/20/2008 |
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Farmer's Guest House exceeded our expectations.....it is a short two block walk to Main Street shopping and restaurants. The hosts, Jess, Kathie and Charles were extremely gracious and hospitable; they made us feel most welcome by offering delicious breakfasts, wonderful conversation, and extra amenities (6 p.m. daily wine and cheese, freshly baked cookies, complimentary water, pop, and coffee, a willingness to recommend and make dining reservations) in a most comfortable, very clean guest quarters. The decor is unique and seasonal. We definitely hope to make a return visit. View Reviewer Info
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This was our second stay at the Farmers' Guest House, and it was just as good as the first. We stayed in Pete and Eleanor's Suite our first two nights and Annie Lloyd's Cottage the third night. Both are excellent.
Both are tastefully decorated (Pete and Eleanor's is a little more country and old-fashioned feeling). P & E's is right next to the dining room, making it very convenient to get to the complimentary cookies and bread that are always available, and it is very spacious, also with its own private entrance to the outside.
The Cottage is private and secluded in a wonderful setting surrounded by trees in the back. It has its own private decks.
Both rooms were extremely clean, and you can control the climate in each. Both rooms also have a whirlpool tub, fireplace, two TV's and DVD players (in the bedroom and the sitting room area). The beds are comfortable with lots of pillows. I am pregnant, so a comfortable bed is a must for me, and I did not have a problem sleeping.
The inn is very nicely decorated and clean. The breakfasts were fabulous, served from 8:30-9:30. We are late sleepers but did not have a problem getting out of bed in the mornings because we looked forward to the big breakfasts so much!
They have an extensive DVD and CD collection for guests to choose from. They also have games and puzzles available. They have a refrigerator in the dining room with complimentary soda and water, as well as an ice maker.
Wine and cheese are served each evening in the dining room at 6 p.m., and it's a great time to meet the other guests and talk.
The inn is a short walk to downtown and easy to find. The best part about the inn is the owners, Kathie and Jess. They are extremely friendly and hospitable. They will call and make reservations for you, they offer advice on where to eat and what to do, and they are full of stories about the town and their own personal lives. They make you feel like family. We look forward to our next visit! View Reviewer Info
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6/10/2008 |
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5/1/2008 |
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4/16/2008 |
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Contact Information

Farmers Guest House334 Spring Street Galena, IL 61036 USA
| Phone: | +1-815-777-3456 | | Fax: | +1-815-777-3202 | | Toll-free: | +1-888-459-1847 |
Innkeeper(s) Kathie & Jess
Rates: $119 - $199

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