Inn At Irish Hollow and Country English Cottages

2800 S Irish Hollow Road
Galena Illinois 61036
USA

http://www.irishhollow.com

Phone: +1-815-777-6000
Fax: +1-815-777-6100

General Information

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 around the world, 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 1500 acre nature preserve. Featured as a favorite by The New York Times, The Chicago Sun-Times, Midwest Living, Glamour and Country Living magazines.

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 $ 225.00 and $ 425.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 245.00 and $ 525.00
  • The rate for each additional person is between $ 50.00 and $ 150.00
  • Other Accommodations: Cottages
    Cottages and Cabins feature wood-burning fireplaces in both the bedroom and sitting room with unlimited seasoned firewood, all-marble bathrooms with large double whirlpool, two-person rain shower, and separate stool room. The furnishings are gorgeously English countryside. Each cottage features a private screened sitting porch, wet bar, 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
  • DVD Player
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Library
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Turndown Service
  • Wet bar
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Computer
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Piano
  • Telephone
  • Wedding Facilities

Other Amenities: Picnic Baskets, Bicycles/helmets, Valet Service

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: 7 COURSE DINNER, ALL SPECIAL DIETS ACCOMMODATED, DELIVERED TO COTTAGE BREAKFAST, GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS, 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. Our kitchen skillfully and delightedly accommodates special dietary needs and preferences and specializes in GLUTEN-FREE alternatives.

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (2 night wknd packages)
  • Smoking is allowed outside only (On exterior porches only)
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Accommodations are not suitable for children (Suites and Cottages are designed for one couple)
  • 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 4:00pm/flexible and Check out time is 12:00pm/flexibl
  • 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.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Galena Area Convention and Visitor Bureau
    • Select Registry

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • World Class Dining
  • Business travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Honeymoons
  • Nature
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Country Inn

Property Details

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

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: 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.

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, Hot Air Balloon Rides, Horseback Riding, Canoeing/kayaking, On-site Massage Spa, Christmas Events, Eagle/Bird watching, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, 500 acres with miles of Hiking Trails, Horse-drawn Buggy Rides, Couples Massage, Downhill skiing, Picnics, Candlelight Dinners, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails