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Belle Aire Mansion Guest House

  • Inn Details

    Surrounded by eleven peaceful acres, Belle Aire Mansion, is a tranquil home away from home. Built in the mid- 1800's,this Southern style mansion is one of the oldest in the Galena area. Once an old farm house, Belle Aire has been a bed and breakfast inn for 23 years. Your innkeepers, Jan and Lorraine Svec, have been welcoming guests for 21 of those years. Their guests comfort is their biggest concern and they offer experienced personal service, providing rooms with romance and relaxation in mind. Cuddle up in a suite with a warm fireplace opposite a soothing double whirlpool, or choose an antique-filled room just to your liking. Each guest room has a private bath, satellite TV, VCR's, and a jar filled with home-made chocolate chip cookies. Enjoy the magnificent view from one of the verandas or walk the grounds of beautiful trees and flowers. Stroll down a tamarack-lined lane, or just sit on the porch and take in the quietness. Your hosts hope your stay in Galena will be a memorable one and bid you..."Welcome Home....To our home."


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Dogs: 1


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Fitness Center-1/2 mile away

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Library

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Piano

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • cookies in every room

    • early risers coffee buffet

    • double whirlpool in suites only

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  • Hot Deal: Weekend special

    • 2/8/2012 - 2/15/2012
    • Regular rate:$100
    • Savings:20%
    • Discount rate:$80

    Just this weekend only, save 20% on any available room. Rates include a full hot breakfast and chocolate chip cookies in every room.

    Blue

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $105/$125

    Lovingly decorated in blue and white, this spacious room has a king brass bed for your comfort. A daybed, antique tea table and fireplace, complete this warm, cozy room. Private bath with crystal chandelier. All rates based on double occupancy. For additional adult, $15.00 extra charge. To be charged at time of check in.

    Canopy Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $145/$165

    Decorated in pink and white, the Canopy Suite is perfect for anyone celebrating a special occasion. A sofa graces the sitting room. A queen size canopy bed, fireplace and double bedside whirlpool add to its special appeal. Top it off with an antique trunk and private bath. So Romantic! Rates based on double occupancy.

    Ruthie's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $90/$100

    A lovely room decorated in rose and cream, Ruthie's Room is filled with antiques. A queen size brass bed, mahogany dressers, ice cream table and chairs and an old-fashioned parlor stove, make this room warm and relaxing. And for a special surprise, in the private bath you will find an antique clawfoot tub (with shower) and plenty of bubble bath.

    Victorian Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $85/$95

    Sleep in a bed that is over 150 years old. In this room it is easy to transport yourself back to the 1880's. the queen size walnut bed has a high carved headboard. Place your clothes in an antique marble top dresser. A comfy chair, old fashioned parlor stove, and private bath with shower finish off this room with style.

    Garden Vue Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $165/$185

    The ambiance and comfortable friendliness of a B&B with the luxuries you are looking for. Watch the beauty of a sunset from your own veranda or cuddle in front of a warm fireplace. Romance is at its best in this deluxe suite. A bedside double whirlpool and queen size bed add to the appeal. You can request breakfast in your room, as there is a small dining area,coffee maker and mini-refrigerator (stocked with sodas) Private bath with double shower.

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 2-10p.m.    Check out: 11:00 a.m.

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights on weekends.

    • Deposit amount required: One Night's Stay

    • Cancellations: Room must be cancelled at least 7 days in advance for refund of deposit. Multiple room reservations require longer advance notice.

    • Open all year round: N


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Bring Your Own.

    • Drinks available: L

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • Some mid-week packages
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 0

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8-10 a.m.

    • Serving location: Honeymoon Suite: In Room, Breakfast/dining area


    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • Candy Dishes

    • Cookie Jar in Each Room


    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Pecan French Toast
    Serves: 8
    Prep time: 15 minutes

  • Location Type

    • Countryside

    • Small town


    City

    • Galena

    • Distance to city: 2 miles

    • Directions to property:


    Airport

    • Dubuque, IA (DBQ) 20 miles


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • indoor water park

    • Historic Architecture

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Minature Golf

    • indoor water park

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Swimming

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    Write a review

    Best Atmosphere Ever!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    My boyfriend and I stayed here over the Martin Luther King Day holiday to ski on Chestnut Mountain. Jan and Lorraine made us feel like we were staying with family! The food was great, the house clean and super cute, they were flexible with our accommadations and gave us great reccomendations! We will definitely stay here again!


    Nice Stay

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Very enjoyable stay. Accommodations were quite good, breakfast was good, and our hosts were most pleasant and very helpful.


    Nice Country Inn

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    The inn is set back from the highway, and is very quiet and peaceful. The hosts are very friendly and welcoming. We would stay here again and recommend it to anyone planning a visit to Galena. The only drawback (a minor one) is that it is located a short distance from town and as a consequence you have to drive (and find a parking place) when you want visit the shops or go out to eat.


    Belle Aire Bed and Breakfast

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    You could have not asked for a better host. The couple took us to the downtown area so we wouldn't have to be in traffic. The breakfast was outstanding. I wish we could have stayed a few more days.


    Not bad...

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    The innkeepers were friendly and the room itself was as described. However, the inn was billed as "eleven secluded acres," which couldn't be further from the truth. It's on the main drag surrounded by fast food and other businesses. It was a fine place, but not what we expected.


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