Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages

Affordable, luxurious, & romantic guestrooms and cottages. Specializing in gourmet dinners, on-site massage, sledding and snowshoes. Downhill skiing nearby. Relaxed and quite setting just 10 minutes from Main Street, Galena.

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"Fantastic Retreat" 9/17/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Our 4 day stay at Hawk Valley Retreat was terrific. The grounds are expansive and beautiful - the kids all loved running around, rolling down the hills, fishing, hiking....we never ran out of adventures. Fritz and Jane were warm, friendly hosts who... read more


"Hawk Valley Retreat a Must" 9/8/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Jane and Fritz are excellent hosts who treat you right. Breakfast is outstanding (efforts to kidnap Jane have failed). The cottages are perfect for couples or, as in our case, small familes to stay (two families of three and one family of four). The... read more


"Can't wait to return!" 8/19/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Just returned from a long weekend stay at Hawk Valley in Aug 2008. Everything was fabulous - as always! From the beautiful property to the mouthwatering food (s'mores never tasted so good) to the blissful night's rest it was a wonderful end to the... read more


"Family Gathering in the Valley" 8/19/2008
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Our family gathering in Hawk Valley this year was so enjoyable. I looked forward to breakfast every morning wondering what new treat would be served - and I was never disappointed. I enjoyed reading a book on the porch, watching the hummingbirds... read more


"God's Beautiful Country" 7/26/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We stayed in the Hillside Cottage from July 18 - 21, 2008 and it was a perfect weekend. Their website photos do not do this cottage justice. It is very spacious and clean. Many BnBs have too much "stuff" that just collects dust. This... read more


"Weekend away" 7/23/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

I had a great weekend, very relaxing and private. all efforts were made to insure you have a great getaway without missing a thing. We had the massage in our room! everything was executed perfectly, i hope to return next year :)

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"Fabulous Hawk Valley" 7/22/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We just returned from a relaxing four day stay at Hawk Valley Retreat in the Galena area. Accommodations are immaculate, service is prompt and dependable. Jane, one of the owners, makes fabulous breakfasts and is friendly, makes great activity... read more


"Romance and Family a Trip to Remember..." 7/13/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We have never stayed at a Bed&Breakfast before, but my brother was getting married in Galena so we thought we'd try one out since we usually stay at a resort out there to ski (but this time we were staying in July). I took my boyfriend, and my... read more


"Fantastic" 7/8/2008
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We celebrated our 1st anniversary here in July 2008. It was our first time in Galena. Jane was wonderful in recommending places to see and dine. The cottage was perfect and the grounds were great. It was so quiet , peaceful and relaxing. The... read more


"JULY 2008 VISIT" 7/8/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

QUIET, SERENE, WONDERFUL BREAKFASTS, AND LIVELY CONVERSATIONS GREAT PLACE TO STAY IF YOU LIKE QUIET, PEACEFUL SURROUNDINGS. BUT ALSO WANT TO VENTURE INTO TOWN, (ONLY 6 MILES AWAY) read more


"Fabulous Time" 6/18/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Very clean and orderly rooms. The breakfast was beyond our expectations as well as complimentary coffee and drinks being offered all day. The pond area had wonderful options: catch n release, a sitting swing area to observe the beautiful spectrum of... read more


"Peaceful and romantic getaway" 6/16/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Breathtaking. Refreshing. Peaceful. These are just a few of the words I would use to describe our stay at the Hawk Valley Cottage. We were there to celebrate our 10-year wedding anniversary on Fri and Sat nights. Fri eve we were served a pork... read more


"Back to Nature " 6/16/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

A stay at Hawk Valley was just what our relationship needed! We had a gorgeous cottage to ourselves, complete with fireplace and whirlpool, that was set apart from the main house. The grounds are breathtaking and there is a stocked pond that we... read more


"You must stay here!" 6/16/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Jane was so friendly on the phone. She treated me kindly and assured me this was a very safe place for me and my partner. The seclusion and privacy was perfect while the hospitality was just enough. I was amazed at the variety of birds around.... read more


"Incredible Re(Treat)" 6/7/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

What a wonderful find. Truly a healing experience for mind, body and spirit. The cottage was so comfortable, we hated to leave for jaunts to Galena. Peaceful, quiet, private...was anyone else there? Hats off to the owners who clearly are not only... read more


"Relaxing, Quiet Bed and Breakfast" 6/2/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Enjoyed the season of the year with nature's colors and sounds. Very stress free and excellant hosts.

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"Hawk Valley Retreat a Treat" 5/2/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

We really enjoyed our stay at Hawk Valley. The cottage and breakfast were very homey but yet a treat. Not too many B & B's that we have visited include a kitchenette with plates, silverware, utencils, plus microwave and mini fridge. The location... read more


"Reveiw" 4/8/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

The Cottage was wonderful, it couldnt have been nicer and the veiw was spectacular.

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"Great B&B with Super Nice Innkeepers" 3/11/2008
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Stayed On: 2/2008

My wife and I came to Hawk Valley Retreat with some friends this past February (08) to see eagles and we were not disappointed. Fritz and Jane Fuchs were so helpful in pointing out the best spots to go looking for eagles. Seeing these awesome... read more


" Wirklich hervorragend !!!" 11/27/2007
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Stayed On: 7/2005

Das B&B liegt inmitten eines romantischen Tales an einem kleinen Teich. Das Gaestehaus ist sehr freundlich eingerichtet. Die neuen Appartmenthaeuser sind mit allem Komfort ausgestattet.Reichhaltiges Fruehstueck,Sauberkeit und bester Service... read more


"Wow! What a wonderful experience!" 11/23/2007
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Stayed On: 11/2007

My wife and I came to The Hawk Valley Retreat to celebrate our 41st wedding anniversary. What a wonderful weekend it was. The location and setting is outstanding. We enjoyed the Hillside cabin. The breakfasts were outstanding. Jane and Fritz... read more


"wonderful retreat" 10/5/2007
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Stayed On: 7/2007

My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon. I was just beatiful. Very clean, the owners are very nice. We will be staying here again. I will also recommend to friends!!!

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"An amazing resort in the country" 3/10/2007
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Stayed On: 5/2006

I have stayed at Hawk Valley many times since it has opened, and I love every minute of it. There is never a dull moment while staying at this wonderful B&B. When I arrived the numerous times I have gone, the scenery takes my breath away and... read more


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Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages Bed and Breakfast
Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages
2752 West Cording Rd.
Galena IL 61036
USA
Phone: +1-815-777-4100
Fax: +1-815-777-4100
Toll-free: +1-888-777-6016
Innkeeper(s)
Jane and Fritz Fuchs
Rates:
$85 - $195
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Our guestrooms feature light and elegant surroundings with a queen or king bed, private bath, private entrance, wireless internet, and TV/VCR/DSS system.  One is handicap accessible.  Full breakfast is included.The Pines cottage has over 600 square feet of open space with king size log bed, corner double whirlpool, fireplace, queen sleeper, kitchenette, phone, wireless internet access, TV/VCR/DVD/DSS system, and a porch from where you can watch the sunset. It is decorated with some new and some antique hunting and fishing items.
The Somerset cottage has approximately 625 sq ft of space.  Double french doors from the living area lead to the king bed; a double whirlpool tub is in the bath, and the living room has a queen sleeper, fireplace, TV/VCR/DVD/DSS system, wireless internet access, central air, with breakfast area and kitchette.  Fantastic views from each direction with a large porch for enjoying the sunset or to watch the hot air balloons float by.The “Swan Lake” room features light and elegant surroundings with a king bed, antique furniture, sitting area, Central A/C, TV/VCR/DSS system, wireless internet, private entrance from the deck, and huge bath with walk-in shower.  This room is handicap accessible.
The Hillside cottage has a warm and contemporary atmosphere with king bed, corner double whirlpool, fireplace, TV/DVD/DSS system, wireless internet access, fully equipped kitchenette, eating area, sofa, full bath, phone, and porch.The “Bunny Hutch” is a cozy room with a garden theme; 
queen bed with feather bedding, private entrance from the 
deck, central air conditioning, TV/VCR/DSS system, wireless internet, and a shower in the private bath.
The “Pines” cottage has a hunting lodge theme with a king-size log bed and knotty pine cabinetry, radiant in-floor heat, corner double whirlpool tub, full bath, fireplace, air conditioning, TV/VCR/DVD/DSS system, fully equipped kitchenette, eating area, queen sleeper, wireless internet, and porch.Aerial photo of Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages with ten secluded acres, fishing pond, walking trail, and gardens.
On-site massage and romantic dinners our specialty.
Relaxed and quite setting; unsurpassed hospitality.  Birdwatching and stargazing paradise.
Enjoy the serenity of Hawk Valley Retreat while relaxing on the deck and watching the birds at the feeders, take a walk on the property, or try your luck fishing at the stocked pond.