All Bed and Breakfasts are inspected annually by the appropriate State, County, and City authorities The Steamboat House 605 South Prospect St Galena, IL 61036 800.717.2317 glenchar@thesteamboathouse.com www.thesteamboathouse.com Featured on, and recommended by both ABC and WGN TV, The Steamboat House is well known as a Galena destination. Rediscover relaxation with a getaway that includes candlelit 3-course breakfasts, complimentary evening “wine time”, billiards, and a setting certain to make memories. Reconnect with friends or a special loved one amid luxurious surroundings. Large guestrooms with fireplaces , flat screen TVs, DVD players & fine linens, plus unparalleled antique furnishings. A screened gazebo, huge covered porch and lovely gardens await your pleasure. Walk only 1 1/2 blocks to downtown Galena. Ryan Mansion Bed & Breakfast 11373 Hwy 20 West Galena, IL 61036 815.777.2750 annie@anniewiggins.com www.ryanmansiongalena.com Dear Guest, We welcome you to take a step back in time with us at the Ryan Mansion, an 1876 Italianate. None other than a labor of love would have brought this home back to life. Victorian whimsy weaves you through time, parlor to parlor, and library to gallery. Curiosities and details! Oh, the laughter you’ll find in our games, the crystals that’ll twinkle your eye, and the stripes that make you ask “why?” Guest rooms are charming and cozy, with lovely, soft, comfy beds, assuring you of a good night sleep. Stroll the gardens and enjoy the gazebo, or the magnificent views from the pergola, of rolling hills, pond and trees. You might happen upon our two sweet chickens, Henny Penny and Cutie Pie. Whirlpool tubs for two, fireplaces, private baths, flatscreen TV.s and DVD players, wireless Internet, and central air conditioning. With a five minute drive to Main Street, this country estate offers you peace and quite. Let us share our passion for history with you. Oh! Did I mention full yummy breakfast? It will be, indeed! Sincerely yours, The Heiken Family Belle Aire Mansion Guest House 11410 Route 20 West Galena, IL 61036 815.777.0893 belleair@galenalink.com www.belleairemansion.com An 1836 Federal Style home, reminiscent of an old Southern mansion, Belle Aire guest House is located a short three minute drive from downtown Galena. Situated on 11 acres, with sweeping lawns and many trees and flowers, this bed and breakfast is a quiet retreat for anyone looking for peace and quiet. 3 lovely guest rooms and 2 suites with fireplaces and double whirlpools, welcome you to relax, refresh and renew. All rooms have private baths, TV's and VCR's, queen or king sized beds, and individually controlled air conditioning in the summer for your comfort. A full breakfast and early risers coffee buffet are complimentary, and provide a great start for a day of adventure in Galena. Welcome home - to our home. Galena Log Cabin Getaway 9401 West Hart John Rd Galena, IL 61036 815.777.4200 info@galenalogcabins.com www.galenalogcabins.com Enjoy the warmth and charm of an authentic one-room log cabin. Hand-chinked hewn logs of cedar and red pine, all pine floors and ceilings, and exposed loft beams help give these 12 cabins their old fashioned beauty and natural appeal. Built in the style of an early American settlement situated on 47+ acres of hills, wetlands, and trails. Enjoy a real getaway to nature and authentic early American beauty. Hellman Guest House 318 Hill St Galena, IL 61036 815.777.3638 rita@hellmanguesthouse.com www.hellmanguesthouse.com An 1895 Queen Anne Victorian home with wrap-around porch overlooking downtown Galena and the Jo Daviess County countryside. Four guest rooms offering queen sized beds, private baths, full breakfast, early morning coffee service, central air, stained and beveled glass windows all with an antique decor. Aldrich Guest House 900 rd Street Galena, IL 61036 815.777.3323 aldrich@aldrichguesthouse.com aldrichguesthouse.com At our 1845 Greek Revival home, built by Cyrus Aldrich, a member of the Illinois General Assembly and veteran Whig, the Aldrich Guest House retains all the elements of its original style and elegance. Our historic Galena Illinois Bed and Breakfast offers the quiet of General Grant's residential neighborhood with the close proximity to Main St. There are 5 gracefully appointed guest rooms with queen beds & private baths and some have fireplaces. For indoor relaxation, guests can enjoy the double parlor. A large fireplace, music, period antiques and comfortable sofas offer a space for reading, relaxing, playing cards or just visiting friends, new or old. We offer a guest library with TV/DVD, refrigerator stocked with water and soft drinks, and evening refreshments. Hawk Valley Retreat 2752 West Cording Road Galena, IL 61036 815-777-4100 innkeepers@hawkvalleyretreat.com www.hawkvalleyretreat.com You are invited to retreat from the real world and let us pamper, dine, massage and spoil you at our Galena Bed & Breakfast, only minutes from Main St. Galena IL. Stroll around 10 secluded acres of meadows and gardens with pond, walking trail, panoramic valley and sunset views. Watch the birds, rock on the porch, make it your own private haven. At Hawk Valley Retreat you have the luxury of choosing from three rooms and four cottages, each with its own distinctive charm and personality, to find that special place which fulfills your dreams of the perfect Galena vacation. A sumptuous hearty full breakfast is served in the main house and complimentary bottled water, coffee, tea and home baked cookies are available in the afternoon. Annie Wiggins Guest House 1004 Park Ave Galena, IL 61036 815.777.0336 annie@anniewiggins.com www.anniewiggins.com This romantic 1846 mansion welcomes you to its whispers of the past and its unique historical experience. It has beautiful new luxurious bathrooms, finest linens and antiques, yet casual and comfortable. Avery Guest House 606 South Prospect St Galena, IL 61036 815.777.3883 avery@galenalink.com www.averybedandbreakfast.com We invite you to stay with us and discover our beautiful Galena. Built in 1848, the Avery Guest House has been a Bed & Breakfast for the last 24 years. Your day will start with a hearty breakfast prepared by Craig and Leslie. Light-hearted conversation will set the tempo for a day of pleasure. You’ll enjoy the two block stroll to shopping, restaurants and sites. As you return home soft music, coffee, tea and a dessert will welcome you. You will find our labor of love and appreciation for our guests as with any of the Innkeepers of BBIG. ENJOY! Cloran Mansion & Antonio's Cottage 1237 Franklin St Galena, IL 61036 866.234.0583 info@cloranmansion.com www.cloranmansion.com Escape to a romantic getaway in an 1880 Italianate Victorian Mansion. We are situated on 1½ acres featuring manicured lawns, a screened-in Gazebo, a Large Pond with two waterfalls and fish, a fire pit and multiple gardens with beautiful flowers. Five guest Rooms and Antonio's Cottage all have private baths and central air conditioning. We have Satellite TV. and DVD players in each room with a large complimentary Video Library. Experience the luxury of fireplaces and whirlpools for two. Massage therapist on site. Full country style breakfast served daily from 9:00 - 10:30 AM Farmers' Guest House 334 Spring St Galena, IL 61036 815.777.3456 farmersgh@galenalink.net www.farmersguesthouse.com Farmers’ Guest House was built in 1867 and operated as a bakery, store and inn. Today, Farmers' Guest House is Galena's only 1800's restored inn. Kathie & Jess Farlow, owners/innkeepers purchased the guest house in 2001 and did extensive romodeling, renovation and restoration. In keeping with the inn's tradition of hospitality, Kathie and Jess invite you to experience the delight, charm, romance and history of a by-gone era along with the conveniences of today. We, Kathie & Jess, pay attention to all the details so you may enjoy your stay and make our house your home.