Farmers Guest House 334 Spring Street Galena Illinois 61036 USA http://www.galenabedandbreakfast.com Phone: +1-815-777-3456 Fax: +1-815-777-3202 Toll-free: +1-888-459-1847

General Information

A 2 story Italianate style inn circa 1867. Originally a hotel where farmers stayed after a long journey, coming to Galena to sell their products to passing steamships. The inn has recently been renovated to make for more modern conveniences. Two original walnut stairways. All the wood pine flooring is original to the building, and much more. The inn is within walking distance to downtown shops, restaurants and attractions. Off site parking is available across the street. Private baths, tasteful decorating and cable TV in each room. DVD & CD players in all rooms. Hot tub in back yard. Large common areas conducive to family reunions, small meetings, business luncheons, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversary, etc. Seasonally decorated throughout the year and especially beautiful during Christmas time. Unique cabin in the woods offers a unique lodging experience.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: Suites
• There are 9 guest accommodations (9 with private baths)
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 119.00 and $ 199.00

Amenities

Meals

• A Full breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
• Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
• Dinner is available by special request for $16.95 and up
• Additional food services included in room rate: Wine/cheese
• Special meals available: Snacks, Restricted
• Our signature dish is Hobo Hash
  a combination of potatoes, charizo sausage, brocoli, cheese
  It was the signature dish of the Inn two owners prior to us.

Policies

• No minimum stay required
• Smoking is allowed outside only (only smoking in the backyard inn totally non smoking)
• We cannot accommodate guest pets
• Accommodations are not suitable for children
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Bring your own)
• Deposit amount required (Credit Card required to hold room.)
• Check in time is 3:00 PM and Check out time is 11:00 AM
• Cancellations:
  10 day cancellation policy. If cancelled prior to the 10 days a fee of $25 will be charged.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • Convention Visitors Bureau
  • Historic Accommodations Committee
  • Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association
  • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Italianate
• Built in 1867
• Opened for business in 1995
• Restored / Remodeled in 1995
• Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
• Parking available (Off site across the street)

Location

• Geographic region: Northern Illinois
• Location is best described as: City, Small town
  
• Nearest major city: Dubuque, IA (18 miles West)
• Directions to property:
  Located on Route 20 (Spring Street) in Galena's Historical District - one block west of the Galena River Bridge.
• Nearest major airport: DBQ 23 miles

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Kathie & Jess
  Innkeeper Kathie enjoys talking with guests and making them feel "at home" Kathie also enjoys decorating and "changing things around." Jess shares a comprehensive Jazz music library and knowledge of Jazz with guests. Greatest satisfaction for Kathie, Jess is hearing " we had a great time, your property is wonderful and we will be back as well as tell our friends about Farmers Guest House."
• The innkeepers speak: English

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Casino, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails