We had a wonderful time! Accommodations were tidy and the art was pleasant. Do not miss Sunday breakfast, superb treatment like I've never experienced before! read more

Beautiful stay with gracious and communicative hosts. Walking distance to downtown. The apartments are above an old brewery and have high ceilings with lovely skylights. It is on Route 20, but that didn't bother us. read more

Nice, clean room. Many nice art features which had been made by the owner! Nice people. We had everything we needed

Abes's Spring Street Guest House is a real gem! The room was absolutely beautiful, comfortable, clean and spacious. We stayed in Emma's Corner and I loved the floor to ceiling windows, which offered a lot of natural light, but you could also pull the shades down. The host was so gracious and kind. The location was perfect and was just a short 10 minute walk to downtown! If we ever get back to Galena, this will be our go to spot~ read more

We stayed in PJ's roost and found it to be very comfortable & clean. It was surprisingly quiet at night even though it's on right on the highway. Convenient to downtown. The only caveat are there are quite a few stairs to get in so not for people with mobility problems. read more

What a great place to stay for the weekend. We stayed in Emma's Corner. It was spacious and well decorated with great artwork. The kitchenette was very useful and the best was comfortable. Nice new TV as well. I would definitely stay here again read more

Beautiful accommodations very well-maintained and decorated. It was a nice quiet romantic weekend and would stay there again for sure. Highly recommended. read more

Sandy and Charles were the best host. Full of knowledge and stories about Galena and the history of the property which we learned over the best breakfast and coffee! Sandy definitely knows her way around the kitchen. The French Toast was so good, wish I could have some more now!!! Also, they had some great tips for things to do around town depending on what your own preferences are. Check out Horseshoe Mound for some great views! The room itself was amazing!! Super clean, comfortable and bigger than expected. Beautiful bed, small kitchenette, great sized bathroom..We stayed in PJs Roost and the auto skylights were amazing (and my second favorite thing in the room). Close to the downtown area and right off the main road... it was the best experience for the 1st time in a Bed & Breakfast! The boyfriend and I were truly impressed and already planning a family trip in the future. If you get a chance, book here! read more

Abe's is our favorite place to stay! The hosts are amazing, the rooms are large, comfortable, artistic and the breakfast is delicious! An easy walk to downtown, and if you want to know about things to do, ask Sandy or Charles. Also, be sure to check out their shop and get some of Charles creations! Can't wait to return! read more

This is an awesome place. Sandy and Charles are awesome hosts and come with many stories. The accommodations are wonderful and the breakfasts great. Stay here and you will have a real experience read more

My husband and I try to maintain annual valentines day trips to a Galena B&B. We tried different locations each year, and stayed here in Rudolph's Retreat in 2013. We totally fell in love with the place! It's so cozy, welcoming, the food was amazing and the architecture is beautiful! There's also a sauna on the property, which is so private and relaxing. Super clean room and the bed is so comfy and big. The bed is set high, which I love, so there's a little step stool to get up on it. The bathroom is a really good size. Though this room does not have a bathtub, the shower is beautifully crafted, with the most unique vintage style, tile work. What we loved most about it is that there is a private entrance to each room, so coming in late you don't have to worry about disturbing others. Charles and Sandy were so great too! We had wonderful conversations at breakfast each day and Charles made us an awesome cd of music for our drive home! My hubby loved Sandy's blueberry pancakes so she wrote out the recipe for me! Though I've tried making them, they are nowhere near as yum as Sandy's! We missed this years valentines trip, but plan to visit again this up coming February. And there will be no more B&B jumping for us! Abe's Spring Street Guest House is it! read more

This place is a gem in Galena! Affordable yet upscale, with the most comfortable (firm) bed I've slept on outside of my own home. And I'm super picky about my beds. The room is more like a suite, and is quaint with shutters and artistic design. Sandy, the host is very kind and sweet, giving us fresh towels and providing a delicious breakfast each morning. There is also a hot tub and Sauna that we used - which is In a separate space with rock walls. 2 blocks from downtown, highly recommend this place! read more

My husband and I have stayed here twice and just adore it. Charles and Sandy are a wonderful couple and a delight to talk to. They are very easy to be around. You don't feel like a stranger in their house. Sandy is also very accommodating with guests who have dietary restrictions. We are both vegetarian, and she was more than happy to work with that. Her breakfasts are delicious! An added bonus: Charles is an accomplished sculptor and artist, so the rooms are decorated with his original work. From the paintings on the walls, the tiles in the shower, and the napkin rings at breakfast--everything is a beautiful work of art. The inn is steps away from downtown Main Street, so its very walkable to everything. We really enjoyed our time there and will surely return! read more

Sandy & Chsrles are wonderful hosts. This is a very special B & B - it's located conveniently to town but not right on the main strip. It is filled with gorgeous artwork, done by Charles. The breakfast in the morning is homemade by his wife Sandy and very filling and delicious. Our bed was very comfy, the accommodations were immaculate. Can't wait to return! read more

We stayed here for our anniversary and it was spectacular. EXTREMELY clean, which I was ecstatic about the minute we walked in. This is our first year trying Galena and I must say Abe's really rocked our world. We stayed in Rudolph's Retreat and loved it. Very welcoming. The sauna and spa were great and clean as well. This whole place is kept immaculately and very nicely appointed with artwork. Each room has a private entrance which was lovely. The walk up to Sandy and Charles kitchen for breakfast is beautiful and breakfast was even better. We are already planning our next stay here. read more

Charles and Sandy are AMAZING! We had such a wonderful time meeting them ant the other guests over a home cooked breakfast from Sandy (in a beautiful, candle lit beer cellar!) The room was huge and beautifully decorated with art pieces made by Charles. They even have their own coffee roasted in house! On the first night it snowed and our car was wiped clean before we even woke up. These two really went out of their way to make our trip special and we can't wait to be back! read more

We had such a good stay here in Rudolph Retreat! We decided to do Galena as a winter weekend getaway and after searching over 20 B&Bs, we read about Abe's Spring Street online and loved their competitive pricing. They only have two rooms available so we also liked the ;privacy of it. It's right off Hwy 20, literally right off of it, you pull into the parking spot and the steps to the guest house are right there. Pulling out of the spot can be tricky as you are backing into the highway but we did it just fine! The room itself was awesome. It had a huge king bed with a stair step on the side to help you get up on it (I'm glad it was there). And two benches near the bed, lots of windows to let in natural light and a separate seating area with a couch, tv, coffee table, small refrigerator and an electric fireplace. It was the perfect retreat from chicago. The decor is pretty old fashioned but not in a bad way, in a historic way, where you realize you aren't in a cookie cutter modern hotel. This place is great for people who want to stay somewhere extra comfortable a few blocks away from the Galena floodgates entrance and not worry about spending too much. The room was $110/night and it came with a full breakfast (although breakfast was a little early at 9am but it got us up and out of the room to shop/wine drink early :) ). Also, you get your own key like your staying in your own apartment! And did I mention there is a private hot tub/sauna room for guests only and since there is only one other room to rent, we had the room all to ourselves and bought up drinks to share and unwind after a chilly day of walking in the cold. Overall, five stars! Sandy and Charles are really sweet owners and they made our stay really great. Sandy's breakfasts are awesome! read more

My wife and stayed in Rudolph's retreat over the Thanksgiving weekend. Accommodations were very nice, the room was warm and mostly comfortable. The breakfasts were also delicious and our hosts were very friendly! read more

My husband and I have never stayed at a bed and breakfast and were slightly hesitant to book a room at first. We were celebrating our baby moon and searched through many bed and breakfasts in Galena until landing upon Abes Spring Street. The package and location were exactly what we were looking for. We did the special occasion package that included 2 nights and a special dinner in our room by the fireplace in Albert's Glen. The room was quaint. Breakfast was amazing. And the dinner was the highlight of our trip. It was catered in by Fried Green Tomatoes. She made it romantic by setting up our table with flowers and candles by the fire and brought out the courses over about 2 hours. It was a very memorable trip all around. Highly recommend this bed and breakfast and may even start staying at more of them based on our great experience here. read more

What a great find! Very unique. As a Christmas gift, our daughter booked us into Abe's for the wine lover's weekend and we had a wonderful time. Sandy and Charles are great hosts - friendly and accommodating. Sandy's breakfasts were terrific. Charles is a top notch artist and his art has found its way into every part of the bed and breakfast. Our suite was very unique. Charles hand made the bed and incorporated metal sculptures at the posts which are stunning. Hand made tiles all over. More sculptures in the bath and a lot of interesting touches. Next time in Galena, they'll be the people we call for a reservation. They also own the pottery barn next door. Again, a lot of great pieces of art. read more

This was my first ever B&B experience and it was a great one! We stayed the first weekend in December, just for one night. Sandy was very welcoming, and a pleasure to speak with. Our room was amazing, very cozy and the bed was extremely comfortable! The Spa room was such a treat, we spent about 2 hours in the hot tub and the sauna. It was very clean, and the towels were spa quality soft. Breakfast in the morning was amazing, Sandy proved to be a wonderful cook! I was pretty apprehensive about staying in a B&B prior to this experience, but enjoyed it so much, we definitely won't dismiss staying at a B&B's for future trips. Thanks for the great time! read more

Wonderful location in a beautifully renovated suite with fantastic hosts! Charles and Sandy provide a quiet and home feel with a hint of luxury decorated by their handiwork and skill! We loved the breakfasts Sandy prepared - omelettes, French toast, fruits (banana, orange, strawberry), bacon or sausage, and a cinnamon roll! Sandy paired some remarkable food that we devoured with fresh orange juice and coffee! We enjoyed learning from Sandy about the history of Abe's and all the live the couple has poured into the suites! Charles' skill and artistic talent are on display all around! Sandy and Charles made our short honeymoon getaway! We appreciated their recommendations and help! Wonderful accommodations with a reasonable price! Thank you Sandy and Charles for making our honeymoon memorable! We will be returning! read more

A charming, cozy B&B in a incredible 19th century stone building! Beautiful, eye-catching original artwork in a variety of media can be found indoors and out, making for a truly unique setting. Everywhere you look, it's a feast for your eyes. Speaking of feasts: breakfast was delicious! Very reasonably priced. HIGHLY recommended! read more

Charles & Sandy are wonderful hosts of this special place. Charles is an artist and potter who is happy to share his studio with guests. Sandy makes a wonderful breakfast and is a super hostess. Together they share their beautiful home and surroundings with those of us fortunate enough to stay here read more

We couldn't have found a better B&B. Everything you can think of, they have already provided. Very clean and tidy. Each room has its own entrance. There is a hot tub/sauna room and you want to stay in the bed all day! Breakfast was delicious and Sandy and Charles (owners) are very accommodating. Main Street is a few blocks away. Seriously, I can't rave enough about this place. read more