Willoughby Heritage Farm and Conservation Reserve is a peaceful little escape right in…read moreCollinsville, IL that is perfect for slowing down your day and taking in some good nature vibes. They have a few miles of hiking trails, but beware they are kind of hard to follow and it's really easy to get lost, but also pretty easy to get back on track! They have farm animals you can feed, pet, and check out along with vintage farm equipment dotted all over the farm. It's free to visit and is definitely a local hidden gem in this town!

I stopped by this evening about 4:30 to take a look around. It is a gorgeous, small farm with lots…read moreto do! There is a gorgeous garden, which is a photographers playground -- bees, beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds pollinating all around and enjoying the sweet nectar. Flowers everywhere -- it is so beautiful! It was super quiet as I walked around, it was just me and two hikers that went down to the little trail and back. This is such a wonderful play for kids! There are turkeys walking around loose, that just pass by, so used to humans, obviously. There are two pigs in a pen, a few goats chilling on their tables and a horse, two donkeys in the barn. Friendly, and curious if I had treats to give. (Which you can feed some of the animals, others have signs not too.) Groundhogs running around too but they do hide! Not scary at all. Lots of space for a shaded picnic lunch and a good sized play area for kids. It's well worth checking out. It is gorgeously maintained and the animals are beautiful, so very well taken care of. Just go, already -- It's good for the soul! :) Will definitely be back.

A Fantastic old theatre that has been brought back to life, right smack dab in heart heart of…read moreUptown Collinsville! A lot of hard work and countless hours have been poured into this place over the past few years to bring it back to this beautiful place. We attended a great concert there recently, which was a Def Leppard Tribute band. It was a great show. We can't wait to get back! They have a full lineup of shows heading into fall. There really aren't any food or snack options, at least not yet. There are plenty of drink choices, including water, soda and wines and seltzers. They also take credit card payments.

From the owner: Historic Miners Theater in Uptown Collinsville is a live performance venue featuring Music,…read moreTheater, Comedy, and hosting of private events.

Clean large and spacious room. Smelled good, lines clean. No complaints for a quick night stay…read more My only complaint IHG: where are the smart tv? I hate having to travel with my Roku to stream Netflix or Hulu.

On our honeymoon, traveling to our destination and stayed here for the night…read more The room was clean, and felt new and modern. The breakfast was awesome, and the clerk was incredibly nice last night. I'd definitely stay here again if I was in the area. It felt like a great place to catch a nights rest and my smart watch says I slept great (felt refreshed and perky, which never happens).

I visited Bella Vista Winery on a Sunday afternoon with my family, and we had a great experience…read moreoverall! It was very quiet and peaceful. I think there were only one or two other tables of guests when we went. Very minor critique, but the music played on the speakers didn't quite match the scenery. A rock music radio station was on for a majority of our time there, and it was a bit loud. We shared two bottles of wine, and both were super delicious. The service was fast, and employees were friendly and accomodating. We also ordered the Brie Charcuterie, which is served with baked brie, salami, grapes, and bread. It was good, but not necessarily worth $25 in my opinion. The salami to bread ratio was slightly off, but we asked for more bread, and an employee brought us more free of charge. For lunch, we all shared a flatbread and a burger. Both were great! Beautiful views and relaxing environment! I would come back.

I was here for a conference day. I have read all the past reviews and can see they unfortunately…read morerefer to the previous owners and so should be ignored. The new owners are great. The food we had during our day at the winery was great as was the service. Side note, they have a Blueberry Port that if you can get it you should. Give the place a try and ignore the old reviews.

GC Cuisine & Garden Gate Venue has ALL you are looking for. I highly Recommend you Check It Out…read more I really think you will be Very Pleased. I have been to Several Events there and all have enjoyed the Venue. The Ambiance in the Crystal Room is Magical. Karol is one the Owners & she is the Chef. Her Food is Excellent & she is very accommodating. http://www.gccuisine.com/

GCC markets itself as a combination Deli/Catering/Chef service. I've experienced it exclusively as…read morea venue for receptions, fundraisers, and meetings. The Crystal Room (larger space) is well lit, and very lovely. The Cherub Room (smaller space) has no windows, white walls, tiled floors, a Greek Revival sort of aesthetic that, even with imported floral displays, is just a little too stark for me. This weekend, I was there for a fundraiser in the smaller room while a reception was taking place in the larger. The food was good, but the buffet service was about 15 minutes behind schedule getting started (it must be difficult to serve two large rooms at approximately the same time). Bill was especially helpful in greeting people at the door, directing them to the proper space, and in helping with our audio-visual set up.

Absolutely love this Patty's Petals! Their arrangements are stunning--beautifully designed with…read morefresh, high-quality blooms every time. The staff is incredibly friendly and passionate, and Patty is especially wonderful to work with. She's so attentive and sensitive to your needs, whether you're planning a joyful wedding or choosing something meaningful for a funeral. Anytime I need a quick gift, custom home decor (see wreath photo and table decor), or something special for an event (my wedding bouquet), they always deliver with care and creativity. Plus the shop has a great selection of unique gifts at various price points. I highly recommend Patty's Petals for anyone looking for exceptional service and gorgeous floral work!!

I needed an arrangement for a funeral in Illinois. I was in Colorado. The clerk I worked with was…read morehighly informative and communicative. She sent me a picture of the arrangement for my approval before she even billed me for it. And it was absolutely gorgeous. I could not have been more placed with her service.