Galena is a popular tourist destination in Illinois, that sits near the Wisconsin border. The scenic area is near the Mississippi River, as well as lakes, woods and even a ski area. It attracts a range of visitors who come for outdoor recreation, as well as craft fairs and the town's rich history. Galena was once a prominent city that produced to several U.S. leaders and politicians, including Ulysses S. Grant. Downtown Galena features 19th-century residences and buildings, and is officially designated as a National Historic District. Today, downtown Galena offers boutiques, restaurants and a winery. Visitors will find a number of rustic and luxury cottages to relax in after a day of outdoor recreation or sightseeing.
Allen's Log Cabin Guest House is located about one mile from Galena's Main Street. It features five original log cabins that date back to the 1800s. The cabins feature an array of modern amenities, including whirlpool tubs, wood-burning fireplaces and daily continental breakfast served in your cottage.
The property is located on the boyhood estate of Augustus Chetlain, a Civil War general. The cottages are located less than 10 miles from Chestnut Mountain Ski Resort and minutes from downtown Galena.
Allen's Log Cabin Guest House
11661 W. Chetlain Lane
Galena IL 61036
815-777-4777
galena-Illinois-lodging.com
Galena Log Cabin Getaway features six cottages that sit on a scenic 45-acre property four miles south of Galena's downtown. The one-room cabins can accommodate up to four people, with a queen-size bed in the main room, and a double bed in a separate bedroom loft. Other amenities include whirlpool tubs, gas fireplace, kitchenettes and satellite TVs in each cottage. The property features an alpaca farm, a creek and several hiking trails and an abundance of bird-watching opportunities.
Galena Log Cabin Getaway?
9401 Hart John Road
Galena, IL 61036-9469
815-777-4200?
galenalogcabins.com
Scenic Hideaways has two lakeside cottages on the shores of Lake Galena, in a lovely setting in the heart of the Galena Territories. The Cottage on Lake Galena can accommodate up to four people in a two bedroom, two-and-a-half bath log cabin and the Galena Lake House is a 6,000-square foot lakeside home with six bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths and a large meeting or conference room.
Both cottages offer several luxury amenities, such as fireplaces in both bedrooms, a large stone fireplace in the main room, an outdoor hot tub, a full kitchen, free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and DVD. Located 10 minutes from downtown Galena, guests at the cottages can enjoy activities at the Eagle Ridge Resort, such as fishing, golf, tennis courts and an outdoor pool.
Scenic Hideaways
10 Park Hill Circle
Lancaster, WI 58313
608-723-7099
scenichideaways.com
