Inn At Irish Hollow and Country English Cottages

The INN at IRISH HOLLOW and COUNTRY ENGLISH COTTAGES is rated the best Country Inn in the Midwest. Set on 500 acres of magnificent rolling hillsides and valleys, the Inn offers the perfect setting to reconnect and be pampered in the heart of Galena's picture-perfect countryside. Guests enjoy personalized comfort, superb hospitality and lush amenities designed to thrill the most sophisticated traveler. The Irish Hollow award winning kitchen creates gorgeous meals hand-crafted from the world's finest natural and organic ingredients, along with selections from the Inn's own organic farm gardens. The lavish Full Country Gourmet Breakfast is served daily. The tremendous seven-course Candlelight Dinners are included in the seasonal packages. The onsight Massage Staff provides Hot Stone Therapy Massage which integrates the best techniques from Asian, Swedish and Native American philosophies, culminating in the finest massage available, ranging from a 75 minutes to a 2 1/2 hour experience. The 500 acre estate is cut with miles of hiking trails, streams, rock outcroppings, wooded ridges and connects to a 1000 acre nature preserve. Featured as a favorite by Midwest Living, Glamour and Country Living magazines.

Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Countryside
  • Nearest major city: Chicago, IL (180 miles NW)
  • Directions to property:
    From Chgo: I-90 to Rockford, Hwy 20 West past Elizabeth, IL 3 miles to Rodden Road, left 2 miles to Irish Hollow Rd., right 1 mile to property.

    From Dubuque: Hwy 20 East, over the Mississippi River, past downtown Galena, over the Galena River to Blackjack Road, right 3.3 miles to Irish Hollow Rd., left 3/4 mile to "Y" in road, LEFT!!! to remain on Irish Hollow Rd. 5.5. miles to property.

    From Platteville, WI: Hwy 84 South to Galena, Hwy 20 East past downtown Galena, over the Galena River to Blackjack Rd., right 3.3 miles to Irish Hollow Rd., left 3/4 mile to "Y" in road, LEFT!!! to remain on Irish Hollow Rd. 5.5 miles to property.
  • Nearest major airport: Dubuque, IA (DBQ) 19 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    From Airport: Left out of airport onto Rt 151 to downtown Dubuque. Exit Hwy 20 East to Galena. Cross Mississippi River, past downtown Galena, over Galena River to Blackjack Rd., right 3.3 miles to Irish Hollow Rd., left 3/4 mile to "Y" in road, LEFT!!! to remain on Irish Hollow Rd. 5.5 miles to property.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Suites
  • There are 8 guest accommodations (8 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 145.00 and $ 375.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 165.00 and $ 425.00
  • The rate for each additional person is between $ 50.00 and $ 150.00
  • Other Accommodations: Cottages
    Cottages feature wood-burning fireplaces in both the bedroom and sitting room with unlimited seasoned firewood, grand all-marble bathrooms with large double whirlpool, shower, and separate stool room. The furnishings are gorgeously English countryside. Each cottage features a private screened sitting porch, wet bar with espresso maker. coffee bar, and small appliances. Hardwood floors, beautiful rugs, art and accessories will please the sophisticated (even masculine palate). And... the staff will deliver your full breakfast right to your cottage door!

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Bath robes
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Fireplace
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Ironing Board
  • Library
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Turndown Service
  • Wet bar
  • On Site
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Piano
  • Telephone
  • Wedding Facilities
  • Meals

    • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 9:00-10:00 or by request
    • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining room, Breakfast Room, In room
    • Lunch is available by special request
    • Dinner is included with the room rate
    • Additional food services included in room rate: Delivered breakfasts, Dinner with packages, Gluten free capability, Special diets, Non-alcoholic beverage
    • Special meals available: gluten free, special diets, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
    • Our signature dish is Seasonal Candlelight Dinners
      The Irish Hollow kitchen is renown for world-class fare served in the simple surroundings of the Old General Store Dining Room. Menus are hand-crafted from natural and organic ingredients from around the garden, the area and the world. Extraordinary meals such as the Summer Countryside Picnic, the Autumn Harvest Dinner, and the Old World Christmas Dinner, thrill connoisseurs yearround. Amazing pastries, uniquely delicious breakfasts, outrageous dinners, handmade chocolate, and out-of-this-world pillow cookies keep guests begging for the Inn's well-kept secret recipes.

    Policies

    • Minimum stay required (2 night wknd packages)
    • Smoking is allowed in limited areas (On exterior porches only)
    • We cannot accommodate guest pets
    • Accommodations are not suitable for children
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Complimentary wines served with meals)
    • Deposit amount required (Credit card guarantee or Check for 50 percents of entire bill required with all reservations.)
    • Check in time is 4:00 pm and Check out time is 12:00 Noon
    • Cancellations:
      Due to the Inn's intimate size and exclusive location, 30-day cancellation required for full refund, (less $50.00 administrative fee). If cancellation occurs within 30 days of arrival, (regardless of when reservation was made), the customer is responsible for the reservation in full. We will happily credit any amount the the reservation staff is able to sublet. Regretfully, No exceptions.

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Matthew, Bill and Tony
      Bill, Tony and Matthew... the ideal combination as co-innkeepers at Irish Hollow. Tony brings his expertise from managing at the Chicago Hilton. Bill, formerly with the Ritz Carlton of Chicago, designs the ultimate exquisite country-gourmet meals. Matthew, a resident of the Irish Hollow Valley all of his life (except for his four-year stint at college), is the perfect host!
    • The innkeepers speak: English, Spanish

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Beach, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Christmas Events, Eagle/Bird watching, On-site Massage Spa, Canoeing/kayaking, Horseback Riding, Hot Air Balloon Rides, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle rental, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Onsite Picnics, Holiday Caroling parties, Christmas Romance Packages, Candlelight Dinners, Horse-drawn Buggy Rides, 500 acres with miles of Hiking Trails, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails

    Contact Information


    Inn At Irish Hollow and Country English Cottages Bed and Breakfast
    Inn At Irish Hollow and Country English Cottages
    2800 S Irish Hollow Road
    Galena IL 61036
    USA
    Phone: +1-815-777-6000
    Fax: +1-815-777-6100
    Innkeeper(s)
    Matthew, Bill and Tony
    Rates:
    $145 - $425
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    The entrance to the Inn at Irish Hollow's Old General Store beckons winter guests to come in, enjoy a mug of cinnamon hot cider by the fire before taking a horse-drawn sleigh ride.The morning sun is glowing through the winter mist at the Inn at Irish Hollow beckoning guests to enjoy the the new fallen snow.
    Located in the rolling hills and hollows of Galena, IL, the French Maid's cottage sits beautifully framed by an early morning snowfall.Huge stone fireplaces created from the property's limestone are featured in both the bedroom and sitting room in each of the Country English Cottages.  The wood-burning fires add the perfect touch to the romantic weekend of your dreams.  Fall asleep to a crackling fire and let us bring the Full Country Gourmet Breakfast right to your cottage in the morning.  The snow laden trail outside your cottage door is waiting to take you through the Inn's Winter Wonderland.  Make sure to light the fire again and sip some hot chocolate after a day of skiing the slopes of nearby Chestnut Mountain.
    The Inn's decor has been dubbed "Comfortable Opulence".  The distinctly Countryside English flavor, coupled with the best of comforts makes a welcome retreat for even the most discriminating traveler.  The finest mattress ... secluded screened porch ...  espresso maker ... marble bathroom ... lush linens ... private gardens ... breakfast in bed ... succulent candlelight dinner ... need we say more?The Inn at Irish Hollow is Autumn!  The Inn's Corn Fields and Pumpkin patch surround the beautiful lodgings.  The miles of hiking trails are canopied in changing leaves.  The Fall Colors Midweek Buggy Ride Package is the perfect romantic escape from reality.  The package includes two nights (Sun/Mon or Tue/Wed), the Full Country Gourmet Breakfast each morning, a Horse-Drawn Buggy Ride for two on the Inn's wooded Hillside and the Seven-Course Candlelit Autumn Harvest Dinner.  Don't Miss this one!
    The Inn at Irish Hollow and Country English Cottages is known for world-class meals in an unsuspecting setting.  The holidays are especially exciting.  The days begin with the Full Country Gourmet Breakfast with flavors of the season, and finish with the unforgettable Old World Chrismas Dinner by candlelight in the evening.  Throughout the year, gorgeous meals are created inthe Inn's kitchens with the freshest, most organic ingredients available.  Course after course will delight your tastebuds.  The best in the Midwest.Crackling wood-burning fireplace and lavish holiday decor adorn a cottage bedroom at Christmastime.  The English Cottages feature luxurious down-comforted king beds overlooking the fireplace.  The large double whirlpool is surrounded by the all marble bath.  The cottages are amazingly beautiful at any time of the year.
    The Main Inn and Country English Cottages each feature a parlor with fireplace.  Furnishings are Old World European with beautiful appointments and grand comfort.  Pieces from around the world surprise and delight in every view.  The grand piano in the Inn's parlor is available for pianist to enjoy and is the gathering place for evening carols during the Holiday season with the Inn's corral of fine singers.The Inn is drenched in Holiday decor for the season, mid November through mid January.  Christmastime is a spectacle at Irish Hollow, with marvelous packages to commemorate the holidays.  The Carolling Package features the Old World Christmas Dinner on Monday or Wednesday evening as part of your two night package.  The evening is topped off with carols around the Steinway with the Inn's talented singers and wassail.  The Full Country Gourmet Breakfast is the perfect start to the snow covered morning.
    Fields of Sunflowers, pumpkins and corn surround the Inn and hail the Harvest Season.  Great packages througtout the fall feature the Seven-Course Autumn Harvest Candlelight Dinner for two, and Horse-Drawn Buggy Rides on the Inn's Old Railway trail for Midweek visitors.  Irish Hollow is Autumn!Irish Hollow is set on 500 lush acres in the heart of the magnificent Galena Countryside, along a quiet country road.  Miles of hiking and cross country trails wind through the rolling property.  The Inn's remote, yet convenient location allows the sounds of nature to remain undisturbed while providing easy access to the many local activities that make the area the perfect destination for all sorts of travel.  The understated exterior belies the opulence within.
    The Country English Cottages are nestled into a wooded hillside on the Inn's grounds adjacent to miles of hiking/strolling paths.  Each Cottage features wood-burning fireplaces in both the bedroom and the sitting room, an all-marble bath with double whirlpool, walk in shower and seperate stoolroom, an overstuffed king bed, gorgeous English Countryside furnishings, hardwood floors, oriental rugs, private sitting porch, naturalized gardens, stereo system, enhanced wet bar with espresso maker, fridge, micro, etc., lavish linens and more comforts than home.The Inn was once a rail stop on the Great Western Railway.  The Old General Store is now the Inn's Dining Room and gift shop.  The Inn has become famous for it's dining. The "Country Gourmet" fare has met rave reviews by the Chicago SunTimes, Midwest Living Magazine, Country Living Magazine, and chosen as the most romantic lodging/dining establishment by Glamour Magazine. The Full Country Gourmet Breakfast, Gourmet Dinners, Seasonal Picnics, extravagent bakery and warm comfortable setting will keep you coming back for more!

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • World Class Dining
    • Business travel
    • Gourmet food
    • Honeymoons
    • Nature
    • Romantic escape

    Details:
    • Architectural style is English Country
    • Built in 1889
    • Opened for business in 1990-01-01
    • Restored / Remodeled in 1989