Aldrich Guest House

Check availability and book online directly from our website. We are located in the historic district of Galena, we are a short 4 block stroll through Grant Park o Main Street,shops and restaurants. Situated on a quiet street, surrounded... more

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"Cousin's Getaway" 10/27/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

The Alrich House was the perfect getaway. We never drove anywhere while we were staying there. It is within walking distance to downtown Galena and other attractions. Fran and Brian made the weekend special. The house was beautiful and Fran had... read more
"A World Away" 9/14/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

My friend and I were torn about exploring Galena or just staying put on the screened porch. As it turned out, we did both and thoroughly enjoyed it! The room was extremely comfortable, and the garden is breathtaking. Fran and Brian go out of... read more
"Location, Service and Comfort" 9/12/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

Ten to fifteen minutes walk to most of the historical spots and shopping. History buffs will thrilled with the idea of staying in a home which entertained the like of Lincoln, Mark Twain, and, of course, General Ulysses S. Grant. Brian and Fran... read more
"Aldrich Guest House" 9/10/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

My husband and I spent two nights at the Adlrich Guest House this week. The home is simply lovely and impeccable. Our room was quite comfortable, and we especially enjoyed the peace and quiet afforded us. A real bonus is that it is smoke... read more
"I left my heart in Galena" 8/30/2009
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Brian and Fran were gracious welcoming hosts! The Aldrich Guest House is "neat as a pin" and "clean as a whistle!" We were treated to a lovely filling breakfast each morning, and enjoyed conversation with the other guests, as... read more
"Getaway" 7/30/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

Aldrich house is the best place to stay in Galena. Brian and Fran's beautiful home is comfortable and cozy. They cater to your every need and make you feel most welcome. You can walk to everything there is to see and do or just relax on the... read more
"Sister get together" 7/6/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

My sisters and me, along with our spouses and friend gathered here for a long weekend. The house is beautiful and exciting. The showers were a little on the cool side, but the food made up for it! Galena was charming, my first time to visit the... read more
"Wonderful stay" 6/29/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

Delightful house; immaculate & comfy rooms. Breakfast was delicious. Wish I could have spent more time on the screen porch looking over the garden & listening to the birds. Brian & Fran were great hosts.

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"Perfect rest" 6/11/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

We were able to get away from routines and schedules. The whole experience was delightful from the charming room to the gluten free breakfast. The porch swing was my favorite spot. It faced a manicured lawn and a lovely garden with water... read more
"Porch Sitting at its Best" 6/8/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

Brian And Fran are warm hosts with plenty of ideas for things to do during our visit to Galena. The rooms are immaculate and tastefully decorated, very cozy. Breakfast on both days was delicious and we were so full that we didn't eat again until... read more
"Our First Time" 2/16/2009
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Stayed On: 2/2009

What a great place for our first time at a bed and breakfast. brian and fran both are great host. Thank you so much. Oh by the way the breakfast, it also was great. We will be sending our friends and family. Thank you, Phil & Ana

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"outst" 11/25/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

Warm and friendly hosts. Charming home. Breakfast was wonderful. Definitely worth another visit! read more
"fantastic" 11/25/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

fantastic atmosphere, fantastic food, fantastic innkeepers, fantastic house!!!

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"Pleasure beyond measure" 11/21/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

It was celebrating our 65th wedding anniversary in an authentic Civil War area. Wealthy home atmosphere.

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"Aldrich " 11/5/2008
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excellent everything! read more
"They've outdone themselves" 11/5/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

What a wonderful place to stay, off the beaten path but within walking distance of downtown. Grounds are beautiful -- with a huge screened porch to just relax and enjoy the wine and cheese or read a book. This was our third stay at Aldrich -- our... read more
"Wonderful service" 11/2/2008
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We had a great, relaxing stay at Aldrich House. Fran and Brian gave great personal service, including providing a gluten and dairy free breakfast. There were even gluten free cookies set out in the afternoon. The inn is historic and lovely. It... read more
"Review of Guest House" 10/30/2008
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wonderful, clean home. Great food, warm and friendly innkeepers! Highly recommended. read more
"beautiful and historic B&B" 10/29/2008
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wonderful experience. Excellent hospitality. beautiful clean rooms, great breakfast.

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"lovely stay" 10/27/2008
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Lovely stay...wonderfully furnished, excellent gourmet breakfast, good quiet location, hosts, Fran and Brian very gracious

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"A warm and charming B&B" 10/27/2008
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Beautifully maintained home in one of my favorite places. The hosts are lovely people and the breakfasts are outstanding! read more
"Aldrich Guest House" 10/24/2008
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rooms were nice. hosts were friendly. the rooms were comfy and clean. food was alright.

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"Stay at the Aldrich House" 10/24/2008
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The ALdrich house was a very beautifully decorated and comfortable place to stay. The breakfast was very decadent, obviously freshly homemade. I will certainly stay again! read more
"Review of Aldrich" 10/24/2008
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Aldrich guest house was the most beautiful B&B I have ever stayed in. The hospitality and warmth of the owners was out standing. food was divine. cleanliness was above the rest. All comforts of home! we'll stay again.

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"awesome!" 10/23/2008
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Just a charming, beautiful house and were treated awesomely! read more
"Honeymoon Heaven" 10/23/2008
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My husband and I decided to stay at a bed and breakfast for our honeymoon. We were both a little nervous when we pulled up because neither one of us had ever stayed at a B & B before. All of our nerves vanished after we entered that front door... read more
"go visit!" 10/23/2008
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Our stay was perfectly enjoyable. B&B was lovely! Town quaint with interesting history!

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"A wonderful end to our trip" 10/15/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

We spent the last 2 days of our 2 week vacation at the Aldrich Guest House, and recommend it highly. Fran and Brian were wonderful, friendly, and accomodating hosts. The breakfasts were wonderful and we also enjoyed the wine, cheese, and crackers... read more
"Girl's Getaway" 10/15/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

Quaint country B&B. Great location, very clean, great hosts.

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"Aldrich House" 10/15/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

Host & Hostess very gracious, very helpful, very kind & considerate.

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"1st Experience" 10/15/2008
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This was my first experience at a B&B and it was wonderful!

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"Wonderful B&B" 10/10/2008
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The hosts were extremely nice & very helpful. Room was terrific and breakfast even better.

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"Elegant, yet comfortable" 10/10/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

If you are looking for a place to stay, for a special occasion, or just to get away, this is the place. Accommodations are beautiful, food gourmet, and the hosts, Fran and Brian could not have been more friendly and hospitable.

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"new friends found" 9/29/2008
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Fran and Brian claim to be novice innkeepers. If so, they have learned well and quickly what it takes to be superb hosts. Their home became our home for a wonderful weekend. The Aldrich House is in a great location across the river from the downtown... read more
"Excellent!" 9/29/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Brain and Fran made our 2 day - 2 night stay memorable. The home, garden, breakfast & hospitality exceeded our expectations.

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"great place" 9/15/2008
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This was a great place. Fran and Brian are so sweet - they even got us a note because it was our honeymoon! Wonderful.

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"A wonderful Retreat" 9/4/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Wonderful accommodations, exceptional food, and fabulous and caring hosts.

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"Enjoyable Accomodations" 7/6/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Innkeepers extremely friendly and helpful. Very nice room and great breakfast

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"we loved it" 5/28/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

The home and grounds were perfect - beautiful gardens and screened porch where I just rocked for a hour. The owner are lovely people, the bed was incredibly comfortable. Walking distance to the "strip" but very quiet location next to... read more
"Best Host and Hostess" 10/14/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

A peaceful setting, a time to reflect on our lives and enjoy the surrounding local area. The breakfast was superb and other guests were interesting to interact with. Will go again and stay. read more
"TWO DAYS IN JUNE" 8/6/2007
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Stayed On: 6/2007

THE FRIENDLINESS OF MARIE AND JIM WAS THE BEST. THEY GAVE US THE UP GRADED ROOM FOR THE CHEAPER ROOMS RATE.

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"Outstanding" 7/18/2007
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Stayed On: 7/2007

Jim and Marie are such wonderful hosts. The breakfasts are out of this world. We are looking forward to our next visit.

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"As Comfortable as Home!" 5/7/2007
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Stayed On: 5/2007

My friend and I gave ourselves a gift of a "Mothers Day Weekend". The innkeepers, Jim and Marie are wonderful. We had the house to ourselves for the first evening and one other couple joined us the next night. Rooms are beautiful and... read more
"Warm and Friendly Innkeepers" 3/7/2007
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Stayed On: 3/2007

We loved our brief stay with Jim and Marie. Since we were the only couple in their home the night we stayed we got the best personal love and care a stranger can give you. We shared and laughed about many things. All of the extra loving touches show... read more
"Like Heaven" 2/27/2007
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Stayed On: 2/2007

I just loved this place. The innkeepers Marie & Jim were great. I felt like I knew them forever. I never felt out of place. The home is beautiful..full of history. Our room was great. It was a full house & everyone was just so so... read more
"The place to be!" 2/27/2007
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Stayed On: 2/2007

My wife and I stayed here for our 5 year anniversary. We had a full house. It was FANTASTIC! The couples ranged from 5-34 years married. Everyone was so nice and social, and everyone got along. Which is key since my wife is a little shy. I surprised... read more

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Aldrich Guest House Bed and Breakfast
Aldrich Guest House, Galena, IL - Inn
Aldrich Guest House
900 3rd St
Galena, IL 61036-2627
USA
Phone: +1-815-777-3323
Innkeeper(s)
Fran and Brian Onak
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$100 - $150
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Enter our inn through the original door from 1845 surrounded by beautiful stained glass in rich color tones of that era.Our classic Galena Bed and Breakfast has been known for its hospitality since the 1850's entertaining such figures as U.S. Grant and Abe Lincoln. Today, guests gather each morning in the formal dining room, where a full, hot breakfast is served enhanced by candlelight and great conversation. Pastries are available to guests all day and join us for evening wine and cheese.
For indoor relaxation, guests can enjoy the double parlor. A large fireplace, music, period antiques and comfortable sofas offer a space for reading, relaxing, playing cards or just visiting friends, new or old. We offer a guest library with TV/DVD, refrigerator stocked with beverages and complimentary wine and cheese each night.
Dr. Edward Bench Room: Just what the doctor ordered… a queen size brass bed, oak dressers, and extra single brass bed for third person. Bright and sunny with a park view, large private bath and shower. Minimal extra charge for third person. The McClellan room, the original master bedroom, overlooks the gardens and grounds where U.S. Grant once trained his northern troops. Retaining the grandeur of times past, the imposing oak bed is softened by a cloud-like silky canopy. The large corner fireplace creates warmth and majesty. Boasting the largest bath in the home, it includes an original oak pull chain toilet, clawfoot tub, "the best soakers ever made" and brass shower. This room exudes romance, gracefullness and elegance.
Clara's Room: Named for the wife of R.H. McClennan, This enchanting room, decorated in pale mauve and cream overlooks our lush garden. Clara features a Victorian walnut dresser, a queen size bed with beautiful carved headboard and full private bath. Cozy and inviting with original 1845 plank floors, angled ceiling and small fireplace, the Aldrich room beckons those looking for quiet times together surrounded by a sense of the home's authentic heritage. Complete with original clawfoot tub, brass shower and unique oak sink, the private bath completes the experience.
J. Russel Jones Room: If you look through the trees, you can see Jones’ masterpiece, the Belvedere Mansion from the windows. This romantic room features a queen size antique white iron bed, walnut dresser, fireplace and private bath with shower.Step into our library with a beautiful view of the gardens. Choose from a large selection of books or watch a movie, play a game or just relax and unwind.
Come up to our cozy second floor nook to relax before the start, end or even the middle of your day. Perfect for reading,visiting or enjoying a cup of coffee.Stepping directly out from the dining room is the screened porch. Guests enjoy swings and comfy wicker chairs while overlooking extensive gardens which grow on the grounds where General Grant trained the Northern Troops. On lovely weather days, guests can stroll through our several flower gardens, play a game of bocce, croquet or bags.