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The Inn at Irish Hollow

The Inn at Irish Hollow

2800 S. Irish Hollow
Galena, IL 61036
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Matthew Carroll

(815) 777-6000
(815) 777-6400

 

Circa 1880. Spanning 500 gorgeous countryside acres in Galena, Illinois, this inn was designed for romantic getaways. Enjoy picturesque wandering trails and secret garden spots created for couples. Everything at this inn was designed to be experienced as a duo from showers and whirlpool tubs in lavish accommodations to using snowshoes, bikes and binoculars. Romantic meals can include a seven-course feast and a Bathrobe Breakfast in a private cottage, or dine in a secluded grotto and enjoy campfire picnic sites for two. Spectacular world-class body work is customized from an extensive menu. Every thoughtful detail at this inn invites partners to be immersed in each other.

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The Inn at Irish Hollow



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Rates

$195 to $495

Payment types accepted include Discover, American Express, Master Card, Visa, Personal Checks and Travelers Checks.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Picnic Lunches
  • Wine

Events Hosted

  • Weddings
  • Reunions
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Honeymoons
  • Active Couples

Available Food Service

  • Catering Service
  • Gourmet Dinner
  • Vegetarian Breakfast
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Gourmet Lunches
  • Picnic Lunches
  • Dinner
  • Room Service
  • In-cottage Simple Suppers
  • Delivered Full Breakfast
  • Campfire Picnics
  • Wine/cheese Packages. Specialize Is Special Diet Accommodation

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
  • Water Sports
  • Wineries

On-Site Spa Services

  • Massages
  • Private Trainer

Specialty Treatments: Irish Hollow BodyWorks Treatment, Couples' Hot Stone Therapy, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Argentine Full Body,

Innkeeper(s)

Matthew Carroll

Languages Spoken

Spanish

Rooms

This property has 8 total guest accommodations with private bath, 8 with fireplaces, 5 with whirlpools and 5 cottages. The types of beds available include King and Queen.

Amenities In Room

  • Air Conditioning
  • Bath Amenities
  • Bathrobes
  • CD Player
  • Central Air
  • Clock Radio
  • Coffeemaker
  • Data Ports
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Hair Dryer
  • Hot Tub/Spa
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Modem Hook-Up
  • Reading Lamps
  • Refrigerator
  • Stereo
  • Turn-Down Service
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Organic Mattresses
  • Private Screened Porches
  • In-cottage Dining
  • Luxurious Linens
  • Enhanced Wet Bar

Amenities On Site

  • Bicycles
  • Computers
  • Fireplace
  • Gift Shop
  • Mac
  • Parlor Games
  • PC
  • Stables
  • Hiking Trails
  • Picnic
  • Campfire Sites
  • Cross-country Ski Trails
  • Snowshoes
  • Organic Farm
  • Horse-drawn Buggy Rides

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About Our Rooms

Gardeners Cottage

Gardeners CottageThe Gardener's Cottage is the perfect romantic Cottage for two. Grand Wood-burning Fireplace, King Organic bed, Down stuffed furnishings, iPod dock, WiFi, sumptuous bedding, screened dining porch and all the best amenities create a private haven. Two-person shower room features body sprays and rain shower.

Rates: $395 - $495

Type of bed: King

 

Station House Cottage

Station House CottageThe Galena Getaway Cottage! With stunning decor, carefully chosen amenities, wood-burning fireplace, two-person shower room, screened porch, custom designer furnishings, lush linens, WiFi, iPod dock, and wet bar... it rocks! perfect private romantic getaway.

Rates: $395 - $495

Type of bed: King

 

Olde Orchard Cottage

Olde Orchard CottageGrand Cottage for two, with wood-burning fireplace, all-granite bathroom, double whirlpool tub, beautiful furnishings, a wet bar, and screened sitting porch. The perfect romantic getaway.

Rates: $325 - $425

Type of bed: King

 

Stonewood Cottage

Stonewood CottageExquisite Countryside Cottage for two, featuring huge limestone wood-burning fireplace between the sitting room and bedroom, wet bar, beautiful amenities, all-marble bathroom, double spa tub gorgeous furnishings, and screened sitting porch with views the lush hillside.

Rates: $325 - $425

Type of bed: King

 

French Maids Cottage

French Maids CottageHistoric Cottage set in it's own garden. Built in the 1880's, the carefully updated Cottage features double whirlpool, and two-sided fireplace in the center that warms the sitting room and breakfast room. Comfortable overstuffed furnishings compliment gorgeous woodwork and hardwood floors.

Rates: $295 - $395

Type of bed: King

 

Wells Fargo Room

Wells Fargo RoomOnce the Wells Fargo store room above the Inn's Old General Store, this lovely room features magnificent views of the Irish Hollow Valley, Queen Bed, and cozy Fireplace Sitting Area.

Rates: $195 - $325

Type of bed: Queen

 

Shopkeepers Suite

Shopkeepers SuiteWindows gaze in three directions from this charming room in the Main Inn. A sitting Room with Gas Fireplace, and Queen Poster Bed provide a cozy respite after a day in the country.

Rates: $195 - $325

Type of bed: Queen

 

Postmasters Room

Postmasters RoomThe Postmaster's Room is a charmingly, Intimate Guest Room in the Main Inn with Wing Chairs by the Fireplace and Queen Poster Bed.

Rates: $195 - $325

Type of bed: Queen

 

Innkeeper Note

Irish Hollow is a uniquely beautiful property set on an enchanted rolling 500 acres in the heart of the Galena countryside. We call it the "All Natural Alternative". Guest enjoy gorgeous meals created from the Inn's organic gardens, sleep on lush linen covered organic mattresses, reconnect with each other in luxurious romantic private Cottages, and find nature again in the miles of hiking trails that lace the grounds. Active couples find the best that the Midwest has to offer in downhill skiing, world-class golf, spelunking, hiking, biking, history finding, birdwatching and a myriad of River-related activities. Known for fine service in a simple setting, the Innkeepers: Matthew, Bill and Tony, along with the professional staff cater, pamper and refresh.

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Cancellation:30 Day
Smoking:Outside Only.

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Perfect Honeymoon!!

The Inn at Irish Hollow

5 of 5 hearts
Sarah Schumaker
Silvis, IL

My husband and I didn't want to take a long honeymoon as we both had to return to work shortly after being married. This was by far the best place either of us have ever been! Matt is one of the nicest people I have ever meant! I cannot begin to describe how amazing this place is. I might add that I am only 30 years of age, and before staying here have never been to a bed and breakfast and have always been kind of leery of them. Not now...my husband and I are already thinking of when we can go back!! Also, the food is just amazing, they make this twisted bacon that is out of this world!! Be warned though, it is super romantic, so romantic in fact when we got back home we found out that we were expecting. Lol... I wish I could give it more than 5 stars!!!

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Romantic Cottage

The Inn at Irish Hollow

5 of 5 hearts
Jason and Michele P
10/1/2011

We've stayed in The Olde Orchard Cottage three times in the past year. It is so Romantic. We especially love having the private screened porch which is where we have breakfast and feel like we are miles from anywhere. The wood fire in the bedroom makes it for us. We always have a 90-minute Hot Stone BodyWorks, which is life altering! This place has changed our relationship!

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Gluten Free

The Inn at Irish Hollow

5 of 5 hearts
Jeremy B
12/1/2011

Because of my wife's allergy to gluten, we find it hard to dine out, or travel without the constant concern that she will get sick. Irish Hollow is OUR place! They really know what they are doing, and the kitchen never ceases to amaze us with wonderful creations.... and we KNOW that we don't have to even ask about the ingredients. This is what true customer service is all about...guest comfort. We are so comfortable here (How about these spectacular organic beds?) These guys are PROS.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Winter Paradise

The Inn at Irish Hollow

5 of 5 hearts
Jimmy N
1/1/2011

We came. We skied. We hiked. We snowshoed. We feasted. We wandered. We fire-gazed. We slept. We feasted again. We reconnected. We planned our next visit.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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16th VISIT and COUNTING

The Inn at Irish Hollow

5 of 5 hearts
Alicia and Jon L
2/1/2012

This is our 16th visit to the Inn. It just keeps getting better. We have come to expect perfection, and we are never disappointed.... plus we are always thrilled with something new! (Like that unbelievable Crabcake last night!!) We spend all of our important moments here. We just love you guys! The Stonewood Cottage has become our home-away-from-home.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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A Storybook Christmas

The Inn at Irish Hollow

5 of 5 hearts
Janice P
12/1/2011

We spent three nights in this (OMG) beautiful cottage for a private Christmas getaway for just US. First: it is unbelievable that my boyfriend shipped my gifts here and the Irish Hollow guys wrapped them, and had them waiting under our tree in the cottage when we arrive. Second: the tree, the decorations (and the wrapping) are beyond gorgeous. We were blown away. Third: All of the food has been the best. Holiday foods, done with a twist. I have felt like I was in a Storybook from the moment we arrived. Fourth: We are doing this every year!

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Just Right

The Inn at Irish Hollow

5 of 5 hearts
Madison K
11/1/2011

Matthew and his staff made our stay exactly perfect. They don't miss a detail. The service is just what we look for... friendly, professional, detailed and yet we had our complete privacy. We don't know how you do it, but PLEASE keep doing it. We will be back often.... forever!

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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This is the Place

The Inn at Irish Hollow

5 of 5 hearts
John S
1/1/2012

If anyone is looking for the ideal place to be truly pampered and restored, THIS IS THE PLACE! Hands down, the most beautiful cottage on the planet and "hands on" the most amazing massages we have had. We are experienced at traveling, andthis place made us realize how mediocre the rest of the world is!

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Outrageous Food!

The Inn at Irish Hollow

5 of 5 hearts
Shaun and Tracie C
10/1/2011

We loved everything... but the food was by far the best that we have ever had. It was absolutely outrageous! Everything was so delicious, from the three course breakfast that we had delivered to our cottage in the morning to the great dinner that we enjoyed by our private campfire that night, nothing could have been better.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Magic

The Inn at Irish Hollow

5 of 5 hearts
Charlie M
1/1/2012

All I can say is that we have truly experienced MAGIC. This place is enchanted. We have spent the most romantic two nights together in this magical world of Irish Hollow!

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Promotional Rates and Packages:

Happy Anniversary To The Irish Hollow
The Inn was born on this date 23 years ago. So Happy Anniversary to us and as our anniversary gift to you ... We've included a Campfire Picnic Springtime Campfire in the Woods Package Now through May 25, 2012 we will include a Campfire Picnic with your three night reservation in your favorite Cottage.
Valid from 04/25/2012 through 05/25/2012.
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