What a hoot! We did their wine and goat hoof it event after staying a few days in Galena…read more You start out trying out Illinois wines. These are from Fergetaboutit Vineyard, and to be blunt, they were the best wines we have tasted in Illinois. If you like wine and have tried wines from France, Spain, Italy or California, yes, I mean that. The "hoof it" part was fun. You get set up with a guide (don't forget to tip the guide) who lets around a dozen goats out of the pen, and you walk with them on a 1.2 mile hike. It's mostly shaded (so shaded that we didn't wear sunscreen, and I don't tan, I scorch, and got NOTHING, so it's pretty shaded. There is poision ivy on the trail, so if you see leaves of three, let them be. The goats are quite affable, but listen to the guide. At the end before they approach the pens (which the goats will run towards) they let you feed the goats with carrots and you have to show the goats you don't have carrots in your hands (two hands up, open) or they will jump on you to get "your carrots." They stop several times. The pace is best described as "sedate" - you'll have a hard time breaking a sweat. Our advice, stick to the path, don't go off into the weeds. Some other things: Pack in, Pack out - they don't have trash cans, so what you bring in, you carry out. You will get a glass for each person who signs up for the wine event (which has the logo on it) as a momento. We got out a little late. The goats all have names, but you don't have to remember them. But you will. Little stinkers. Another tip: Once they get let out of the pen, they have a tendancy to "dump and run" so watch your step, or you'll get some fresh goat crap on your shoes or feet or LEG.

We were staying in Galena to celebrate our anniversary, and enjoyed participating in this unique…read moreand fun excursion. It was about a 15 minute drive from downtown Galena, the end of which is on a somewhat unpaved road. There were about forty goats on our walk, all of which were friendly and seemed to enjoy the walk as much as the people did! Our host offered helpful facts about the land and goats along the way, and there were opportunities to feed, pet and take photos with the goats during the hour+ outing. Two tips: Don't be late, the tours leave right at the scheduled time. And don't wear a colorful long dress - one of the goats nibbled a few holes through my wife's dress. Overall, a memorable experience that really added to our Galena anniversary trip. Highly recommended!

For a special father daughter bonding adventure I booked this for my husband and daughter when we…read morewere going to be spending a couple nights in nearby Galena. Our daughter has sensory issues and is fearful and overwhelmed easily however Karla and Brittany did such a great job as soon as she finished she said I want to do this with a group of friends sometime. I can honestly say from when they discreetly weighed them (as they do everyone to make sure they are in the safe weight limits) to when we said goodbye it was the most positive experience for both of them. The gps took us seamlessly to the door even though it was in the middle of a very picturesque country setting. There was plenty of parking and an area to sit and wait until it is your turn to board the vehicles to go to the start of the adventure. The two girls who were their tour leaders were outstanding, Brianna & Karla were fun, funny and attentive to every detail so the adventure through the treetops was not just fun, but safe for everyone. They took all the time each person needed to ensure they all knew what they were doing and felt safe while doing it. Another person and I were not doing the ziplining but they let us join on the ride up to watch the training and the first couple runs they then came back up, picked us up and gave us a ride to a beautiful shelter area to sit and wait for our zipliners to finish. For those doing the treetop tour it included multiple runs of different lengths and heights all along the guides were snapping photos which could be purchased at the end of the tour. Karla and Brittany were amazing at keeping them safe and entertained the whole time they were zipping along free as the breeze. When the group was about to do the long run to finish the adventure one of the ground crew came back and picked us up so we could watch them do the last run and jump off the pole enjoying a couple seconds of safe free fall.

The adventure park and zipline tours were fun a fun challenge! Highly recommend! They have great…read moresafety measures! The staff was amazing and motivating!

Have been to Chestnut both in the winter for skiing and in the summer for the alpline slides. The…read moreski resort is a staple to the midwest. They offer multiple slopes with different levels of difficulty. It's a great place for beginners and those wanting them or their kids to learn. This resort is year round so they offer summer activities as well. There's a lodge with a cafe that offers simpler items like nachos and chicken tenders. There's also a restaurant at top with a bar if you're wanting something more sit down. Such a fun place to visit among the rolling hills of Galena!

June 2026 - I should have done some research before booking. No elevator. You have to carry your…read morebelongings up spiral staircases. Our room had furniture that looked like a beaver chewed the bottom of it. Bathroom very small, tub was plastered and painted, badly. Shower water pressure was a trickle. Floor was not solid. Could hear everything upstairs. Did not try food. Looked like cafeteria quality. Very run down "resort". Would not stay here again. Gave it 2 stars because our room looked like it had new carpeting.

Clean, spacious, level. Can be pretty buggy, (insects). Electric only but water spigots are…read moreconveniently placed in loops. Pit toilets in loops, running water comfort stations with free showers are available. The dump station is newer and clean. Three lanes, five spots. All cement and easy to wash off when done. The river views are nice. Have been there twice, will go again, but probably in the fall when hopefully the bugs are less invasive.

Absolutely charming and unique place to stay. The provided morning breakfast is 5 stars and rivals…read moreany large motel. Weekends offer dinner theater type eating experiences such as murder mystery or the last meal on the Titanic. We did enjoy either of those on this visit but plan to in warmer weather. (Visited in January to eagle watch along the Mississippi river) Located in Bellevue Iowa, South of Dubuque. Visit their website for all the information. https://www.montrest.com/

Everything, every time! I've been here numerous times and I'll go back. Invite your friends. The…read morefood is great, the entertainment is great!! Whether you're there for a murder mystery or the Titanic dinner it really doesn't matter. You're guaranteed to have a great time. The rooms are all beautifully decorated the home is like stepping back into the Victorian era.. This is a great destination for a wedding or just a weekend away with your sweetheart. Arrange to go with Friends and you're all guaranteed to have a great time.

My wife and I just stayed here last weekend (4/25)…read more The accommodations were very cozy. The cottage we stayed in was old, yet very well maintained and modernized where needed. Our cottage had a very nice porch that we spent a good portion of the weekend relaxing on. The cottage also had a nice fireplace we took advantage of. The meals in particular were a highlight and exceeded expectations. The breakfasts served in our cottage were utterly phenomenal. Every morning was a delight. Each stay, they cook one dinner for guests. That meal also stood out to us as special. It held its own against many of the fine dining restaurants in Chicago. The surprise cookies we got each afternoon were such a nice touch. They were also so very friendly and we felt so welcome there. There was a positive energy that there that was very contagious.

Michael and his wife were great. The cottage was an oasis with great furnishings and the champagne…read moreand chocolate awaiting us upon arrival were most welcomed. But the real delights were the breakfasts and Saturday evening dinner. The food was spectacular and very much farm to table with culinary delights that had us talking about them for days--how did he do that breakfast or soup with such attention to flavor and texture? The setting is quiet with great natural landscaping and the hosts warm friendly and humorous. Highly recommend. We will be back in the fall.

My boyfriend and I were gifted Opal's Parlor for 3 nights while visiting our dear friends in…read moreMaquoketa. I was told of the lovely Bed and Breakfast previously. Words didn't do justice. The Squiers Manor is an experience. No detail left undone. The proprietors are masters in their field...from the abundance of period pieces furnishing the Manor, to the home-cooked meals, down to the complimentary toiletries; including eye makeup remover wipes. It's in the fine details like these that the love of hospitality shows. Thank you Nathan and Rud.

In my travels around the nation, I have stayed at many hotels, and another night at a hotel is…read moreNEVER something I look forward too if I can avoid it. Recently, I needed to be in Maquoketa, Iowa, for a wedding, and I was glad to learn of the highly reviewed Squiers Manor B&B. With short notice I was able to make a reservation in the Beulah Room, named after one of the Squiers daughter's who grew up and was married in the house, whose father the house was built for. It was a lovely room with a twin bed for our 9 year old daughter, and at a most reasonable price too. The furnishings in our room and all the others we were able to see, were stunning. This may have been the finest B&B I have ever stayed in anywhere in the US and Canada. But not only was the building grand, and furnishings fantastic (Kathy and her husband are antique dealers and have searched high and low for the most amazing furnishings for their B&B), the hospitality was grand too. Kathy accommodated our need to check in a bit before standard check in between 4-8pm, and kindly greeted us and gave us a full tour of the house. If we have any disappointment at all, it was that we could not stay longer, enjoy the evening dessert or partake of the morning breakfast. We have heard it is great. We can't wait to get back to Maquoketa again and visit Squiers Manor again, and we would tell you to make a reservation here if you are passing through or staying for a few days in the area, it is a MAGNIFICENT B&B.

GREAT company with amazing customer service. Danny was my driver who was above and beyond what my…read morecompany expected. As fas as the above review about smoking, it must me their first time in this country. NO limo company will allow you to smoke. If you smoke, you pay the damage, simply put. I have been in the customer service business for a long time, and what i see from OC Limo is exactly what I expect how to be treated as a customer.

This company sounded great, they accomidated us on New Years kind of last minute and the driver was…read morereally nice. But they gave us the rules of the limo verbally while standing in the dark as we got into the limo and didnt tell us smoking was prohibitted. They said "If you burn anything you will have to pay a $150 fee" so a few people smoked by the windows and they ended up charging us the fee without any damage. He stopped at an ATM on the way home without telling us and said we owedhim $150 for smoking inside. I brought it up with the owner because they never told us we werenet allowed to smoke inside and he gave me attitude and said we were lucky he wasnt charging more. They are listed under different names and numbers... OC Limos, OC Limoz, KLS Limos... Its all tehs ame people. Make sure y ou are aware of the rules before you go. Also: No alcohol is included, they have a few plastic cups in a package in the back no glasses to use. A few bottles of water and a few pepsi cans. Thats it.