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Gwenivere Suite
Romantic two story Turret Suite with panoramic view of Mississippi River. Hospitality and decor will make you feel like a princess.
English Country Cottage overlooking the Mississippi River
English Country Cottage
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Nightly Rate
$265 - $385
, - Reviews 192
- Rooms 18
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Accepts Gift Cards
Inn's website-
Address
9001 Sand Hill Road
Galena, IL 61036
USA - Phone+1-815-777-3925
- Toll free+1-800-255-3925
- EmailContact Innkeeper
The Goldmoor, high atop the bluffs overlooking the majestic Mississippi River Valley, fantastic views and sensational sunsets. Our luxurious guest accommodations in a beautiful setting and the very finest in hospitality create the essence of The Goldmoor. We invite you to relax and enjoy the best The Goldmoor has to offer in any season. Your needs have been thoughtfully anticipated, beginning with our freshly prepared full gourmet breakfast and ending with the complimentary beverages found in your room. You will enjoy the pleasures that make us the top-rated Inn in the state of Illinois since 1993 and one of the top 12 most romantic inns in North America 2003 by bedandbreakfast. We're proud of our "finishing touches" that set us apart from many other properties in the Midwest. We offer a complete host of room amenities including French terry robes heated towel bars, hair dryers, iron and ironing board. Whether you're visiting Galena, Illinois for a brief getaway or a longer vacation, The Goldmoor staff is here to serve your every need. Solitude, fresh air, and magnificent scenery await you when visiting "Galena's Premier Country Inn".
Professionally Inspected
Diamond Collection Inspected and CertifiedInspector Insights: Private, spacious guest accommodations in a beautifully tranquil blufftop setting looking out to the Mississippi River, plus great food and hospitality.
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 192 Reviews
4.3 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 4
4.6 out of 5Romantic Getaway
March 18, 2013
Excellent weekend. Service was outstanding and Restaurant was excellent.
4.0 out of 5Goldmoor Inn
March 06, 2013
Very comfortable rooms. Good breakfasts. Close to downtown Galena. Helpful staff.
4.4 out of 5A perfect getaway weekend
March 06, 2013
I thought this was a perfect getway for just the two of us that just needed som us time. I will be back for a girlsweekend in the near future.
5 out of 5Unforgettable
February 28, 2013
The staff were the friendliest people we have dealt with. The rooms were so elegant comfortable. I just can not say enough about how wonderful our stay was. I am looking forward to staying here again. Thank you for a marvelous weekend.
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Patricia and Tom Smith
Innkeepers Description:
The Goldmoor, has a rich history stemming from the riverboat days and leading to its present day state as "Galena's Premier Guest Retreat." Since the mid 1980's Jim Goldthorpe has improved The Goldmoor to now be the "Top Rated Inn in Illinois since 1993".. The professional staff will cater to your every need and make you feel relaxed in the "slow pace" of Galena's small town atmosphere. Leave the world behind and let us make your honeymoon, romantic getaway, or vacation retreat a memorable one.
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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Spanish
Resident Pets
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Nightly Rate
$265 - $385
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$265 - $385
Timberland Log Cabin
These grand deluxe accommodations are decorated in rustic luxury and enhanced with king size beds, double person whirlpool, full private bath, Franklin stove fireplace, galley kitchen with complimentary beverages and coffee maker and microwave, entertainment system with satellite. All stays include gourmet breakfast each day.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactMississippi Suite
Deluxe suite with oversized whirlpool over looking the river,limestone hearth fireplace, king size bed, sitting area, galley kitchen with coffeemaker and microwave,complimentary beverages, entertainment system with satelitte, full private bath, . Our most popilar for honeymoons and weddings. Gourmet breakfast each day.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactCovington Suite
Grand deluxe suite with whirlpool overlooking the Mississippi River, fireplace, entertainment center with satellite. Sitting area and full galley kitchen with microwave, complimentary beverages and coffee maker. Full private with bidet, and tub and shower combination. English country manor decor. Gourmet breakfast each day.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactEnglish Country Cottage
Grand deluxe stand alone cottage with double whirlpool overlooking Mississippi River, custom bath with multi-head shower "room", Bose surround sound, entertainment system w/satellite. Galley kitchen with complimentary beverages. Galley opens to screened porch overlooking the river. Shares private grill and patio area just for the grand deluxe cottages' guests. Gourmet breakfast each day.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactIrish Country Cottage
Grand deluxe with fireplace of river boulders that match the walk-in "waterfall shower". Double person whirlpool, full private bath, entertainment system w/satellite, complete galley kitchen with complimentary beverages. Private porch overlooking the river and access to private grill and patio area shared by deluxe cottage guests.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactFrench Country Cottage
Grand deluxe cottage with French country decor.Double person whirlpool overlooking the Mississippi, king size bed, full private bath, entertainment center w/satellite, fireplace and complete galley kitchen with complimentary beverages. Screened in porch and access to private patio and grill are for the cottage guests. Gourmet breakfast daily.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactFirst Lady's Suite
Luxury second floor suite in the main inn with king bed, two-person whirlpool, oak-mantled fireplace, and entertainment system w/satellite. Fully private bath and full galley kitchen area including microwave and coffeemeker,with complimentary beverages and coffeemaker. Gourmet breakfast daily.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactEnglish Garden Suite
Deluxe suite in the main inn, with custom polished limestone hearth, double perosn whirlpool, entertainment system w/satellite, king bed, full private bath,galley kitchen including microwave and coffeemaker and complimentary beverages. Gourmet breakfast included daily.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactVeranda Suite
Deluxe suite in the main inn with king bed,double person whirlpool, full private bath, fireplace, entertainment system w/ satellite, full galley kitchen including microwave and coffeemaker, complimentary beverages. Gourmet breakfast included daily.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactLeafland Log Cabin
Contemporary log construction located across the meadow and backing up to the woods with king bed, Franklin stove, two person whirlpool, galley kitchen with microwave and coffeemaker, complimentary beverages,full private bath. Entertainment system w/satellite. Gourmet breakfast included daily.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactChef's Quarters
This grand deluxe Suite caters to the culinary enthusiast. Pass through the hustle and bustle of the kitchen to enter you private quarters. Experience the opportunity to receive complimentary seating at the Chefs tables in the culinary kitchen. Let the chefs tantalize your taste buds while creating a dish that is entirely unique or a new twist on something familiar. This second floor accommodation offers the highest elevation to a spectacular view of the Mississippi river. Create your own memories while sipping champagne watching the sunset or immerse yourself in an whirlpool tub.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactTurret Suite
Romantic two story suite with a mini-castle touch. View of the Mississippi, king bed, fireplace, two person private whirlpool, full private bath, galley kitchen including microwave and coffeemaker, cpmplimentary beverages, full entertainment system w/ satellite. Gourmet breakfast included daily.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactArthur Suite
This grand deluxe suite offfers a view of the Mississippi River from the top floor of the Lodge. Accommodations include king bed,two person whirlpool, fireplace,full enetertainment system w/satellite, galley kitchen, microwave, coffeemaker, complimentary beverages and full private bath.Gourmet breakfast included daily.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactElizabeth Suite
This grand deluxe suite has the top floor view of the Mississippi River with a two person private whirlpool, full private bath, fireplace, complete entertainment system w/satelitte, galley kitchen with microwave, coffeemaker and complimentary beverages. Gourmet breakfast included daily.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactLancelot Suite
Grand deluxe suite on the main floor in the Lodge overlooking the timbered countryside from the balacony porch. View of the Mississippi River from the private breakfast area. King bed, private two person whirlpool, fireplace, full private bath, galley kitchen with microwave, coffeemaker and complimentary beverages, full entertainment system w/satellite. Gourmet breakfast daily.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactGwenivere Suite
A grand deluxe suite in the Lodge. King bed, two person whirlpool, full private bath, fireplace, entertainment system w/ ssatelitte, galley kitchen with microwave and coffeemaker, complimentary beverages, balcony porch overlooking the timberland and a Mississippi River view from the breakfast area. Gourmet breakfast daily.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactWinston Suite
One of our only mega grand suites, a slightly larger space with a queen sofa sleeper in addition to the king bed. As with all accommodations, full breakfast is included every morning. Amenities include private two-person whirlpool,full private bath, fireplace, entertainment system, galley kitchen with complimentary soft beverages, water and juice, microwave and coffeemaker.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King, 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactVictoria Suite
One of our mega grand suites, a larger unit offering a queen sofa sleeper in addition to the king bed. Private two person whirlpool, full private bath, fireplace, entertainment system, galley kitchen with microwave, coffeemaker and complimentary beverages. Gourmet breakfast daily.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King, 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactPolicy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 3:00-6:00 p.m. Check Out: 11:00 a.m.
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Minimum Stay: 2 Nights on weekends
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Deposit Amount Required: Credit card required at time of reservation. Card is charged 14 days in advance of stay. Payment by check must arrive 14 days prior to stay. Please call for other arrangements.
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Cancellations: Unless a 14-days notice of room cancellation is given, room payment will be charged. If cancelled in the 14 days, we will issue a gift certificate for the full amount of that stay and is non-expiring and transferrable, subject to availability. When reserving three or more rooms, a 30 day notice of cancellation is required.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: Limited
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Guest Pets Allowed: Limited
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Description: Full bar available
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Drinks Available: Yes
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Suitable For Children: No
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Childcare Provided: No
Discount Type
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Mid-week
Percent Off: 0% Days Required: 0 -
Multi night
Percent Off: 0% Days Required: 0 -
Return Guests
Percent Off: 20% Days Required: 0
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Nightly Rate
$265 - $385
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 192 Reviews
4.3 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
4.6 out of 5Romantic Getaway
March 18, 2013
Excellent weekend. Service was outstanding and Restaurant was excellent.
4.0 out of 5Goldmoor Inn
March 06, 2013
Very comfortable rooms. Good breakfasts. Close to downtown Galena. Helpful staff.
4.4 out of 5A perfect getaway weekend
March 06, 2013
I thought this was a perfect getway for just the two of us that just needed som us time. I will be back for a girlsweekend in the near future.
5 out of 5Unforgettable
February 28, 2013
The staff were the friendliest people we have dealt with. The rooms were so elegant comfortable. I just can not say enough about how wonderful our stay was. I am looking forward to staying here again. Thank you for a marvelous weekend.
5 out of 5Wife's 55th BD
February 27, 2013
Third time back and enjoyed another special weekend getaway in the most peaceful relaxing setting. Had the most wonderful massage to start on Friday and an enjoyable dinner in the streets of old Galena, the town as well as the people at the inn were so gracious of hosts. The breakfast to start the days were more than enough and the plates were left clean as the taste was unbleievable. The Irish Cottage was to date our favorite stay with the stone waterfall in the shower and spacious room to help wind down ...thanks for a great peace of mind...
4.8 out of 5Great View!!
February 27, 2013
This was a great place to get away too! We had a great view of the Mississippi river and surrounding countryside. Nice and quiet! Dining was excellent. Definitely recommend staying here. Will be back!
3.8 out of 5Review of leafland cabin
January 23, 2013
The cabin and the area it is in was beautiful. We really enjoyed staying here and felt very relaxed!
5 out of 5January 2013
January 23, 2013
Our stay was wonderful as always. It's our 5 or 6 time staying here.
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Location
Location Type
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Rural location
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Countryside
City - Galena
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Distance to city: 6 miles
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Directions to property:
Off Rt 20, take Blackjack Rd. six miles to West Sand Hill Road (right turn off only). Make right turn onto Sand Hill and go less than 1 mile to entrance.
Airport
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Dubuque, IA (DBQ) 20 miles
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Live Music
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Museum
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Nature area
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Picnic area
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River
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Ski area
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Vineyard
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Winery
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Bicycle rental
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Bicycle riding trails
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Bicycles
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Bird watching
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Downhill Skiing
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Fishing
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Golfing
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Hiking trails
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Horseshoes
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Mountain Bike trails
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Massage services available
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Snow shoe trails
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Amenities
Type:
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Country Inn
Property highlights
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Anniversary Package
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On-Premise Wedding Facility
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Antiques/decor
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Gourmet food
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Group events
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Honeymoons
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Luxury
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
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Weddings
On-site
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BBQ grill
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Board games
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Conference Rooms
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Copier
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Fax Machine
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Wedding Facilities
Guest room(s)
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Air conditioning
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Alarm clock
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Amenities Basket
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Bath robes
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CD player
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Ceiling fans
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Coffee/Tea facilities
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DVD Player
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In-room internet
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Fireplace
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Fridge
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Hairdryer
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Hot tub/whirlpool tub
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Internet Service
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Ironing Board
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Microwave
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Private entrance
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Radio
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Telephone
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VCR
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Videos
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Wi-Fi
Other
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Fully stocked kitchen
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Complimentary refreshments and fresh cookies
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Whirlpools
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Complimentary bicycles
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Hair dryers
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Complete entertainment systems with DVD
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Breakfast
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Type: Full gourmet
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Time Served: 8:30 to 10:00 am
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Serving Location: Breakfast/dining area,Guest room,On-site restaurant
Complimentary Perks
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Non-alcoholic Beverages
Signature Dish
Potato & Ham Supreme Breakfast
Mouth watering blend of diced seasoned potatoes, eggs and chopped ham with cheese all baked with a finely browned top served with a first course fruit and garnish. Homemade as are all of our breakfast items.Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
Recipes
Breakfast-Brunch
Spinach Quiche a la Goldmoor
Serves: 6
Prep time: 30 minutes -
Special Package
Dinner At Our "chef's Table"
Need a special occasion idea? Sip wine and watch our highly-skilled Goldmoor Chefs prepare your dinner before your eyes from our exquisite "Chef's Table." It is an experience to behold! Reservations required.
Culinary Classes
Fun and food! Learn how to cook fresh Salmon en Papillote or savory Beef Wellington in our world class kitchen with our highly-trained Goldmoor Chefs! Private cooking classes are held every Monday at 2:00 p.m. $65.00 per person or call for group rates -- a great idea for girls' day out or an inventive date idea! Reservations are required.
Contact The Innkeeper
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