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Fox River Bed and Breakfast Inn


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    Fox River Bed and Breakfast... When you want to relax and have fun!! Check in and check us out!! Built in 1901, this historical Victorian farmhouse offers large rooms, comfortable beds, satellite TV, 4-G Wireless Internet, 17 wooded acres, a pond, river-front access, and history! Walk to the Sulfur Lick Springs, the 14 Stations of the Cross, and the Lourdes Grotto while you're here. Canoe rentals are only minutes away, and offer the best views of the beautiful Fox River. Skydiving, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, hiking, biking, and tons of fun await you...just minutes away! If you like history, we've got it! Find out how Charles Lindbergh ended up staying here just eight months before his historic Trans-Atlantic flight, and what Al Capone was up to during prohibition. We invite you to visit our new website for more details. Please call for availability.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Cats: 2

    Number of Dogs: 1

    Other Pets: 7 hens, 1 rooster, 1 horse


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Canoeing

    • Close to Starved Rock State Park

    • Retreats: scrapping, quilting, spiritual

    • Short Stay

    • Spa Services-onsite

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • DVD Player

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Microwave

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    On Site:

    • Alarm clock

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Secretarial services

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wi-Fi

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  • La Madrid

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $94/$117

    Knotty Pine

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $77/$97

    Hala

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $70/$87

    Lindbergh

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Double

    • Bathroom

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $70/$87

    The Texan

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $70/$87

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 5:30-8 pm    Check out: 11:00 am

    • Minimum stay: One Night

    • Deposit amount required: Whole Inn Rentals ~ 1/2 due at time of reservation.

    • Open all year round: N


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: BYOB

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: By or before 10am

    • Serving location: Outside under the trees, Dining Room, Guest room


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Diabetic

    • Gluten-Free


    Recipes

    Sauce

    Bourbon BBQ Sauce
    Serves: 20
    Prep time: 2 hrs

  • Location Type

    • Countryside

    • Small town


    City

    • Directions to property:


    Airport

    • Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway)


    Area Attractions

    • Art Galleries

    • Historical interests

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Close to the area's state parks

    • Canoeing

    • Skydive Chicago

    • Outlet Stores

    • Picnic area

    • River

    • Ruins

    • Ski area

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Primative camping w/firewood available

    • Jet-Karting

    • River access

    • 14 Stations of the Cross with walking paths

    • Grotto and sulphur spring

    • Four-wheeling, off road

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    So much history and great care.

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    We have stayed here for our 3rd time. We love it and we love Charlotte. She feels like family to us. I would recommend her place to anybody!


    A fantastic place to stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    I really enjoyed my stay, this is my 3rd visit and each time I have been completely satisfied. The rooms are very nice & comfortable. The owner Charlotte is a great host. We loved our stay.


    What A GREAT Place!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    WOW! Such a peaceful place! I loved the big welcome me and my girlfriends received when we arrived! Not just from Miss Charlotte, but the pets as well! I felt like I was home! Charlotte provided so much history of the place it was amazing! There was plenty to do around the home with the trails and river nearby. We stayed in the Lindbergh room which is beautiful! The home is amazing; so comfortable. I will definitely visit Charlotte again!!! Thank you Charlotte!


    More than Expected!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    I stayed at the Fox River B&B last weekend with a couple friends. It was so relaxing and comfortable. Charlotte is a wonderful hostess! The setting is in the beautiful countryside and the rooms are beautifully decorated. Breakfast was great and I loved the relaxing music and great tea selection. Definately going back whenever I can!


    Amazing, Comfortable, Anxious to return!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    We recently chose the Fox River Bed & Breakfast for a ‘Girls Weekend’, and are so glad that we did! It was comfortable, cozy and the perfect setting for relaxation. The grounds were amazing and there was a lot of interesting places to visit within walking distance of the house. The breakfast was incredibly delicious! The hostess, Charlotte, is amazing and goes out of her way to make you feel welcome. We stayed in the Lindberg room which was beautifully furnished. All together very affordable. I would recommend this B&B to friends and look forward to a future visit!


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