We had a wonderful time. The suite we stayed in was very comfortable and clean. We loved the fireplace and the whirlpool tub. Kathie and Jess were very welcoming and nice. The breakfast in the morning was wonderfully good. We would like to go... read more

We stayed for 2 nights for a mini-honeymoon and stayed in the Annie Lloyd Cottage. It was a private and cozy cottage with a whirlpool and fireplace. The cottage was great and we wished we stayed longer. The inn-keepers were great and very... read more

We really enjoyed our stay at the Farmers Guest House. It was home away from home. Beautiful cottage, tasty breakfast, friendly atmosphere, and just a walk from the downtown shops.

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We'd never stayed in a bed and breakfast before and I have to say we loved Jess and Kathie's place. I can't think of one thing that was wrong. Food, service, cleanliness, hospitality, and other visitors were all fantastic. It was very warm and... read more

Kathie and Jess provide a warm, inviting experience at the Farmers Guest House. They are knowledgeable about what Galena and the surrounding area have to offer visitors. The rooms are very comfortable with large, yet cozy beds. The breakfasts are... read more

Food was great, everyone was extremely friendly. Rooms were very clean and charming! Plan on coming back next year. Could not have asked for more.

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What a wonderful Bed and Breakfast. The Innkeepers are the best and are always there to help you with whatever you need to make your stay as pleasant as possible. We would definately stay there again. read more

I have enjoyed taking myself and my boyfriend here three times now. They always make our trip special and unique. We find that the service is beyond outstanding. They are incredibly hospitable and make your stay feel like you just came home.... read more

My wife and I were celebrating our marriage just a day earlier and we weren't too impressed. The innkeepers are nice and helpful but the food wasn't all that great. We were served eggs with spicy peppers that made us both sick all day and was not... read more

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... read more

Kathie and Jess were wonderful and made us feel "at home." Very friendly and helpful. Within walking distance to historic Galena, shopping and great restaurants. Wine and cheese before dinner and a bottomless cookie jar! The breakfast was... read more

This B&B was so wonderful our 1 night stay became 3. Kathie and Jess are exceptional hosts and this was truly a GREAT find.

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This is a wonderful place to go if you want to just get away for a night. The owners, Kathie and Jess, are so comfortable to talk to and such gracious hosts. The room was tidy and decorated so tastefully. We loved the jacuzzi tub being in our suite,... read more

My mom and I needed a mini vacation and we could not have made a better choice. We got to spend sometime together and even meet some wonderful new friends around the dinning room table. Jess and Kathie are wonderful hosts and I really cannot wait... read more

My husband and I desparately needed to get away from the stress of everyday life and had heard from friends that Galena was great. I spent weeks of researching bed and breakfasts in the area and even called to speak with Kathy. It was definitely... read more

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... read more

My daughter and I went for a "girls' weekend" and had a wonderful time. The room was spacious, very clean and all amenities were provided. Kathie is a wonderful hostess. She gave us great suggestions for restaurants and shops, and she... read more

We spent the night at the Farmers Guest House and was not disappointed in the least. We enjoyed a two-room suite with a private bath. Close to downtown (walking distance) where the dining experiences are varied and excellent. Jess and Kathie are... read more

My wife and I recently stayed at the Farmer's Guset House in Galena, Illinois for a weekend get away and we WERE BLOWN AWAY! Words cannot describe the amount of joy and love we felt thanks to our hosts Jess and Kathie. From the moment we checked in... read more

Farmers' Guest House is the cutest B&B I've ever visited. The proprietors Jess & Kathie are lovely and they've created a beautiful spot relaxation and romance. We were greeted with a wine and cheese happy hour and then walked to the nearby... read more

Kathie, Jess and Charles are supberb hosts. This was our first visit to a B & B and we can't wait to return. The food was excellent as was the room and service. It was wonderful to get to know them, we felt like family. Hope to see you again... read more

My husband and I recently celebrated our wedding anniversary with a 2-night stay at Farmer's Guest House. The owner's, Jess and Kathie were so warm, friendly and hospitable. We felt right at home. Our first morning there we enjoyed coffee and... read more

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.... read more

We stayed in the Annie Lloyd Cottage right after Christmas, and we loved every minute of it! Kathie and Jess went out of their way to make sure we felt at home, and the breakfast in the morning is to die for!!! My husband and I really enjoyed and... read more

Kathie and Jess are the best hosts. They always make you feel so welcome when you walk in the door. We have been here several times before and always have a fantastic time. We enjoy the breakfasts each morning as well as the wine and cheese each... read more

We stayed in the Annie Lloyd Cottage at the Farmer's Guest House. It was wonderful, we enjoyed every minute of it. The food was great! We loved the fireplace and jacuzzi in the cottage. A Five Star place for sure!!

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Our stay at the Farmer's Guest House was extraordinary! Galena is such a beautiful and historic town there is always a new treasure to find. The Annie Lloyd Cottage is a gem on top of the hill located behind the Guest House. Two levels with a... read more

Jess & Kathie are absolutely wonderful people and treat their guests like family! The house is so homey and it was beautifully decorated for the holidays! Thanks for a wonderful stay!

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My wife and I absolutely loved our stay at the Farmers' Guest House! We stayed in Annie Lloyd's cottage for two nights and then moved to the Pete and Eleanor Suite due to availability of the room. Both rooms were absolutely amazing. They were very... read more

This was our first visit to a bed and breakfast and we loved every minute of it. The hosts were so personable and nce. The food was incredible and the accomodations were adorable. It was wonderfully decorated for Christmas and it was very close... read more

There is no place my sister and I would rather stay than with Jess and Kathie. Their attention to details and the warm atmosphere keep us coming back!

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My husband and I stayed at the Farmers' Guest House from Nov 21 to 24 of 2008. Had an absolutely wonderful time. Jess, Kathie, and Charles are just the best. The accommodations are tip top, and the breakfasts are delicious. Wine and cheese in... read more

We had the chance for a weekend getaway and even though the weather was cold, Farmer's Guest House was very warm and welcoming. We loved seeing all the Christmas decorations going up and using one of the hundreds of holiday mugs hanging on the wall.... read more

We had a wonderful stay at the Farmers' House to celebrate our 10th Anniversary. We stayed for 2 nights with the Anniversary Pkg. that included wine, flowers, delicious chocolates, in-room massages and dinner at Fried Green Tomatos. Everything was... read more

We had a wonderful time during our stay with Kathie, Jess and Charles. They made us feel right at home. The Guest House was fun to explore, there was so much to see, the Halloween decorations were great. The 6:00 wine and cheese was wonderful, a... read more

What a wonderful Experience..Kathie,Jess, and Charles where great hosts..Very friendly and made sure you felt right at home..The rooms where nice and clean and decorated very nicely..Had everything a person needed.The breakfasts were great and the... read more

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... read more

This guesthouse was exactly what I had expected after viewing their website. I loved the decor. The room was a bit small for the price but the breakfast was very tasty and the staff was very helpful. They even accommodated us when we wanted to carve... read more

This was by far the best B&B at which we've stayed. The breakfasts were delicious. The availability of water, soda, pretzels and/or cookies/sweet breads was an unexpected surprise. The wine and cheese hour was always fun and a great way to... read more

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... read more

The hosts, Jess & Kathie, are so warm and welcoming you'll feel like family. The inn is very charming! We stayed in one of the beautiful suites. The inn is a short walk to the downtown area. We didn't use our car all weekend. The breakfast... read more

We had a wonderful 3 night midweek get away in Galena. We enjoyed the wine and cheese every afternoon, bottomless cookie jar, wonderful breakfasts with the other guests, great jazz music collection, friendly and welcoming hosts Jess and Kathie made... read more

We spent the weekend here to celebrate my mom's birthday. It could not have been a better experience! Kathie and Jess, the innkeepers, were absolutely wonderful! They went out of their way to make our stay excellent. They gave suggestions and... read more

My wife and I went to Galena for a quiet weekend to celebrate our 2nd wedding anniversary. We had a great time at the Farmers Guest House. The Innkeepers, Jess and Kathy are extremely friendly and helpful. They make their Inn feel like they've... read more

You feel like you are part of the family until they won't let you clear your plate!

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It was very friendly, clean, relaxing - highly recommended it for all!

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With so many inns to select from in Galena, deciding which one I wanted to stay in was a challenge. However, I am glad I chose Farmers Guest House. Not only is the location ideal, but the warm hospitality and Americana charm of this historic... read more

We can't say enough about the kindness and friendship we received on our first visit to a B&B. The rooms are very clean and well-suited to our needs. We loved the wine/cheese in the evenings and the chance to have conversation with our hosts... read more

My wife was fortunate to have off during the week of April 14th. We decided at the last minute to do something to get away from everything and enjoy some time together. We talked about a few things and decided to visit Galena as it’s been over 15... read more

The Annie Loydd cottage is beautiful. Very peaceful.

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This was so much fun, where do I start?! The inn is charming, beautifully decorated, as well as only 2 blocks from the downtown area. The hosts, Kathie & Jess, along with Charles, are gracious and accommodating. The breakfasts were... read more

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Our Euchre Card playing group of 18 needed a place with areas for ALL of us to gather, and the Farmer's Guesthouse met our needs! With their large dining room, we had plenty of space to play cards and do other group activities. We were all able to... read more

Kathie & Jess have a clean, spacious and inviting Inn which made us feel right at home. A large group eating area was the best thing we could have asked for with our large group, and made us feel like it was our home. A spacious fridge let us... read more

Making the reservation, all questions were answered. During my stay, temperatures wen down to 16 below zero. House was very cozy. Jess, Kathy, and Charlie were extremely accomodating. Food was excellent and presentation was great. Bed... read more

This is a wonderful and charming place with the most gracious of hosts. This historic old building gracefully decorated with so many interesting antique artifacts and furniture is so well maintained and immaculatley clean. You could not find... read more

Been to Galena many times, but none where as great as when we stayed at the Farmers Guesthouse. Great people very friendly and inviting. The best breakfast in town, we have stayed so many times that we have seen just about every room, ever one is... read more

Friendly, immaculately clean, after one of their breakfasts you don't need lunch, adorable rooms, walking distance to town, better than B&B I stayed at in Cape Cod, San Francisco, just to name a few.

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17 of my family members comfortably enjoyed this lodging for a reunion. Jess and Kathie Farlow are experts in hospitality and service - we all had a fantastic time - beautiful home, great food, lots of space, hot tub; & we all walked to down... read more

What a great B&B! Located within walking distance to town and shopping and dining. Kathy and Jess Farlow are perfect hosts,and make you feel at home. Terrific wine and cheese and snacks in the afternoon. Each room has own style and... read more

I took my father, nine friends and family for father's day. This was my sixth visit in less than a year...Next best thing to home...The owners Kathie and Jess are just like family.. WE LOVE IT!!

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