Description
Circa 1855. Truly elegant as well as historic, this brick Gothic Revival, pre-Civil War mansion was built for a renowned Mississippi River steamboat captain. The inn exudes luxury while imparting a welcome, friendly ambiance. Main-floor parlors include a library and billiards room. A central parlor on the second floor offers early-morning Gevalia coffee and tea. Enjoy midweek afternoon treats or wine and cheese on the weekends. Each guest bedroom features a fireplace, heirloom furniture, vintage photographs and original artwork. The formal dining room is set with antique china, crystal and silver for a breakfast that is sure to please. Relax on the front porch overlooking roses.
This property has been featured in Country Magazine, Illinois Now Magazine, America's Best Bed & Breakfast Recipes, Chicago Tribune, Daily Herald (northwest Illinois suburbs), ABC and WGN TV in 2007. Location: City/Urban and Near downtown Galena.
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Rooms & Rates |
Rates: $105 to $155 Payment types accepted include Master Card, Discover, Visa, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks and Cash. Rooms: This property has 5 total guest accommodations with private bath, 5 with fireplaces, 1 suite. The types of beds available include Queen, Twin and Double.
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Policies |
Minimum Stay Requirements: Saturday night reservation requires 2 night stay Cancellation: 14-day cancellation policy. See web site for complete policy Pets: Innkeepers pets on premises. Smoking: Smoke Free Property.
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Services & Amenities |
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments and Wine. Types of meals: Early Coffee/Tea, Full Breakfast, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments and Wine. Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Cable TV, Reading Lamps, CD Player, Central Air, Clock Radio, Television, VCR, Fireplace, DVD, Hair Dryer, Wireless Internet Access, Iron/Ironing Board, Heirloom antique furnishings, Flat screen LCD TVs, DVD players (video library), Early morning coffee and late night hot beverages outside room. Amenities On Site: Library, Parlor Games, Computers, Mac, Phone, Fireplace, Television, VCR, Gift Shop, DVD, Billiard room, Original parlors, Gazebo, Large covered front porch and LCD TVs. Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Television, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Daily Newspapers, Flexible Check in/out Times, Continental breakfast available, special business rates and WI-FI connection.
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Spa Services |
Off-Site Spa Services Available
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Discounts |
 - One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night. The dates this property will honor the certificate are November-February, Monday/Tuesday, Tuesday/Wednesday, Wednesday/Thursday. Bess or Lene Room, subject to availability
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Activities |
Events Hosted: Reunions, Seminars, Meetings, Weddings and Romantic Getaways. Other Activities: Antiquing, Art Galleries, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Skiing Cross Country, Skiing Downhill, Sports Events, Major, College, Tennis, Water Sports, Wineries, Historic district, Trolley tours, Ghost tours, Historic attractions and Riverboat cruises. Recommended Restaurants: Fried Green Tomatoes, Backstreet Steakhouse, Perry Street Brasserie.
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Historic Interest |
One of the finest examples of Gothic Revival architecture in the Midwest. The 22-room mansion was built from an Andrew Jackson Downing plan for Daniel Harris, a legendary steamboat captain on the Mississippi River Historic Awards: National Register (Granted), State Historical Site (Granted) and City Historical Site (Granted). Historic Memberships: National Trust, State Historical Society, Local Historical Society and City Historical Society. Historic sites nearby: US Grant Home, America's River Center, Dubuque Historical Society Museum (15 miles), Apple River Fort
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Romantic Interest |
 Lovely antique decor, many parlors and private places for quiet moments
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Ratings |
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