Peoria's Grandview Drive "World's Most Beautiful Drive"

This quote from President Teddy Roosevelt describes his 1910 visit to Grandview Drive in Peoria Heights. The vistas gazed upon by the former president still sit upon bluffs unchanged from when the Indians first settled in the area centuries ago. Drive along the two-and-on-half mile drive to see the expansive panoramic view of Woodford, Tazewell and Marshall counties, where on a clear day, visitors can see more than thirty miles of the scenic Illinois River valley.

CITY: Peoria Heights

Bishop Hill

Bishop Hill is a quiet country village where the charm and character of the original colony has survived the test of time. Bishop Hill is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and it is an Illinois State Historic Site. Taste the history of this once-bustling 19th century settlement. Sample our fascinating museums, quaint eateries, unique gift shops, and art galleries. Peek into the past at our seasonal festivals and holiday celebrations. Spend hours or days here with family and friends. Return to the serenity of our earlier time with a visit to this restored Swedish village. See traditional craftsmen at work, explore our museums, visit our numerous and unique shops, and dine in one of our Swedish restaurants. Renew your spirit in this peaceful prairie retreat. Discover why Bishop Hill remains a utopia on the prairie – then and now

CITY: Bishop Hill

Oliver's

Drinks, pizza & music... Come to where "it's happening" in Peoria Heights and enjoy homemade pizza and beer in our beer garden. Dine-in or carry out! Private parties welcomed and we have a band every Friday night. We offer weekly food & drink specials.

CITY: Peoria Heights

Windmont Park

Windmont Park, a 20-acre site on the city’s southwest side, is one of the most attractive settings of any park in the Midwest. A lagoon is surrounded by a large variety of trees and shrubs, and the eye is drawn to an iron footbridge that crosses the lagoon. There’s also a sidewalk that circles the water. A fountain donated to the park by a group of citizens adds a finishing touch to the scene. Recently installed at Windmont were an disabled accessible fishing pier, a new shelter, playground equipment and wider sidewalks for walkers enjoying the jaunt around the lagoon.

CITY: Kewanee

Camp Wokanda

Camp Wokanda, acquired from W.D. Boyce Council of the Boy Scouts of America, offers a beautiful 316-acre woodland setting, including a lake for fishing. The camp, with dining hall, sleeping cabins, program buildings and tent camping, offers a variety of naturalist tours, environmental education, and rental options to groups interested in a secluded, close-to-nature gathering. Located just 20 minutes from downtown Peoria, this Peoria Park District site has been providing fond memories for its young campers since the 1920s. Primarily used as a facility for group camping events, Camp Wokanda's overnight accommodations include cabin and primitive camping, as well as a central lodge and dining hall. Camp Wokanda hosts events including guided tours, environmental education programs, retreats, and even weddings.

CITY: Chillicothe

Bishop Hill State Historic Site

Four historically significant buildings are owned by the State of Illinois and are maintained as part of the Bishop Hill State Historic Site. These architectural treasures are the two-story Colony Church (1850), the three-story Colony Hotel (1852-ca. 1860), the Boys Dormitory (ca. 1850), and the Colony Barn (mid-1850s) that has been relocated behind the Hotel. In addition, the state owns the central village park containing a reconstructed gazebo and war monuments. On the south edge of the village, the state built a new brick Museum to house a comprehensive collection of paintings by colonist and self-taught artist, Olof Krans (1838-1916). Hours and days of operation change with the season. Please call to confirm your visit.

CITY: Bishop Hill

Cheif Keokuk Campground

The Chief Keokuk Campground features 70 pads with electrical hook-ups for trailers, plus 25 tent sites (All camping Class B/E). There is a shower building on site. A sanitary dump station is near the camping area. A primitive cabin, Chief Tecumseh, is also available. The cabin is located on a slope overlooking Johnson Lake. A fire grill, table and BBQ grill are provided outside. A full size bed, two sets of bunk beds, a table and benches are provided inside. The cabin has heat and air conditioning as well as two ceiling fans. Reservations can be made, for dates between May 1st and November 1st, at ReserveAmerica.com for the campgrounds and cabin.

CITY: Kewanee

The Feathered Nest at Windy Corner Farm

A delightful artist haven offering a mix of Victorian eggs, feathered masks and wreaths, floral arrangements and intimate miniature portrait silhouettes. Windy Corner Farms and The Feathered Nest gardens and studio are an experience soon to be a cherished memory.

CITY: Bishop Hill

Three Sisters Park

Three sisters, Sadie, Lillian, and Goldie Cohen, expressed a wish that the 400-acres of farmland located adjacent to the city of Chillicothe, IL be dedicated as park land and a model farm for educational, recreational, and conservational purposes. While the Cohen sisters lived just off Moss Avenue in Peoria, they loved their family farm. Their vision was for the property to remain agriculturally related. The master plan envisions the creation of a living history farm, a central activity building, large festival areas, a welcome center, restaurant, agricultural equipment museum activity area, and outdoor natural amphitheater. The open fields and forested areas offer unique space for special events, concerts and festivals.

CITY: Chillicothe

Sunnyfield Greenhouse & Garden Center

Professional growers offering 1200 varieties of annuals, perennials, grasses, vegetables & vines. Heirloom tomatoes a specialty. Visit the expanded display gardens to gather ideas and shop a variety of unique gifts and planters for your garden. Landscape design and installation available. Open April 1 through October 31.

CITY: Galva

Good's European Bed & Breakfast Suites

If you’re traveling in Western Illinois, stop in at Good’s, then stay overnight in one of four European Bed & Breakfast Suites! Enjoy complimentary continental breakfast at the Rathskeller, and free Wi-Fi Internet access. Each room is tastefully appointed with furniture collections featured in Good’s American Furniture Showplace store.

CITY: Kewanee

Francis Park

40 acres of woodlands to explore while camping at one of 60 RV sites with electricity or in the spacious tent area. Water, dump station, free firewood are available. Enjoy the playground equipment, ball diamond, horseshoe court and picnic area. Open and closed area shelters available for rental. Located 3 miles east of Kewanee. Open May through September.

CITY: Kewanee

Outsider Gallery

The Outsider Gallery is filled with whimsical, elegant, and functional items from regional artisans Steve and Marsha Carleson. Marsha makes handmade paper, 3-dimensional paper pieces, bowls, vases, bottle cap tables and other objects of whimsy. Steve makes glass ornaments, beads, and fused glass pieces with the occasional traditional Swedish tina boxes combined into the mixture.

CITY: Bishop Hill

Sweet Annie Primitives

This historic building showcases warmth and spirit and is stocked with primitive favorites: cupboards and buckets featuring folk art, early country in old paint & original surface, barrels & quilts, tables and bowls. Peruse through garden accents, textiles, pottery, yellowware, treenware, handmades and dried everlastings to accent your home décor.

CITY: Bishop Hill

Prairie Arts Center & Bishop Hill Colony Pottery

Enjoy watching the potter in an open air studio creating artwork on the potter's wheel. The center also features rug, broom, weaving and spinning artisans.

CITY: Bishop Hill

Tanner's Orchard

Central Illinois' most unique farm market. Wagon rides, playground, corn maze, farm animals, Apple Express train. Farm market filled with unique gifts, fresh produce and specialty foods such as jams, salsas, soups, etc. The large bakery provides an assortment of fresh baked goods and a great lunch on weekdays. Lunch served on weekends in September and October from The Old Market Eatery.

CITY: Speer

Indian Creek Vineyard

This unique winery includes a remodeled barn that serves as a wine shop and a bed and breakfast in a historic home overlooking the vineyard, all located on a sesquicentennial farm.

CITY: Toulon

Port Galena Riverside Inn Bed and Breakfast

Experience charming lake views! Each room offers a fireplace, cable TV, internet, and private deck on the water. Wonderful for romantic get-aways or business stays.

CITY: Peoria Heights

Bishop Hill Arts Council

Return to the serenity of an earlier time with a visit to this restored Swedish village. See traditional craftsmen at work, explore our museums, visit our numerous and unique shops and dine in one of our Swedish-American restaurants.

CITY: Bishop Hill

Princeville Heritage Museum

The Princeville Heritage Museum opened to the public in 1999. The museum is a part of the Historical Association of Princeville (incorporated in 1987). The 15,000 square foot handicap accessible facility features antique agriculture equipment, steam powered tractors and threshers, area artifacts, a genealogy research area, and much more. In 2004 the Akron Townhouse School was moved to the museum grounds. The townhouse school allows children and adults alike to take a step back in time and participate in a day in the life of a student in the early 1900’s. With seating for 35, the conference facilities are equipped with state of the art audio visual equipment and wireless internet connection. The facility also includes a full kitchen.

CITY: Princeville

Bishop Hill Gallery Inn

Stay for a night, a weekend, or longer in the peaceful beauty of historic Bishop Hill. The Gallery Inn, located on the 2nd floor of the original 1856 Bishop Hill Colony Administration Building, offers three tranquil guest rooms, each with a queen bed and private bath, and a large shared sitting room overlooking the village park. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy Bishop Hill’s festivals and special events.

CITY: Bishop Hill

Johnson Sauk Trail State Park

1,365 acres of recreation opportunities the park's centerpiece is a 58-acre lake that offers both fishing and boating, as well as nearly two and a half miles of shoreline to explore.

CITY: Kewanee

Henry County Historical Museum

This museum's detailed exhibits include a one-room schoolhouse, doctor's and dentist's offices, the war room, restored ag implements, machinery, an authentic windmill and a hog house.

CITY: Bishop Hill

The Barn

Spend the night in a true timber frame post and beam barn set in 200 acres of wooded quiet.

CITY: Dahinda

Bishop Hill Colony Store

Experience an old time mercantile with shelves brimming with Swedish gourment foods, confections and souvenirs.

CITY: Bishop Hill

VagnHall Galleri

View local, regional and national fine art and crafts artisans in the spacious gallery amid the treetop view of Bishop Hill village park. Painters, sculptors, photographers and artisans showcase their natural art in the expansive upstairs exhibit area. Special exhibits are held throughout the year.

CITY: Bishop Hill

Old Church House Inn B & B

Nestled in the quaint old river village of Mossville, the Old Church House Inn is now a unique, Victorian-style bed and breakfast offering elegant overnight accommodations.

CITY: Mossville

Salt

The focus of Salt is to broaden our guests’ palates and bring a modern, city feel to Peoria with extraordinary entrees and superior service. Our wine list features over 40 handpicked wines and Artisan beers from around the world! We are bringing back class with hand crafted cocktails containing fresh squeezed juice and homemade mixers. We use our own grown herbs, freshly flown in seafood, bake our bread, and even serve dishes on real blocks of Himalayan Salt. Needless to say, we are willing to go the extra mile in order to guarantee our guests a satisfying unique dining experience!

CITY: Peoria Heights

Galva Inn and Suites

36 spacious smoking/non-smoking rooms available with 25" color TV, cable, refrigerator, and microwave in every room. Select from a standard king, standard double, handicap accessible and extended stay rooms. Complimentary hot continental breakfast, free local calls and wireless Internet access, fax & copy services. Located 6.55 miles from Historic Bishop Hill and .06 miles from the Wiley Museum.

CITY: Galva

Red Earth Cafe

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner while overlooking the 56-acre lake. Featuring Buffalo burgers, vegetarian choices, homemade pie and daily features. Dinner served Thursday through Saturday, 5 to 8 pm. Come visit us for all your camping needs at the Camper Store or rent a boat to enjoy fishing on the lake. Open March - November. Tuesday through Sunday, 8 am to 2 pm.

CITY: Kewanee

FC Peoria at the Green Hummer Soccer Complex

FC Peoria at the Green Chevrolet Soccer Complex is one of the largest privately owned soccer facilities in the Midwest United States. Located on over 68 acres, the exclusive soccer fields make Premier Travel Soccer friendly for families, clubs, teams, and coaches. You won't have to jump from venue to venue to enjoy great quality youth soccer. You'll have time between games to relax and enjoy our incredible concessions and fantastic vendors! Participate in our Mid-America Cup College Showcase or sign up for one of the seasonal leagues. You won't find a better place for a match!

CITY: Mossville

Colony Hospital B & B

Our inn, built as the original Colony Hospital in 1855, is one of 10 original buildings in Bishop Hill that are listed in the national registry as national historic landmark. We feature five guestrooms, all with original pine floors and furnishings.

CITY: Bishop Hill

Emerson Creek, Etc.

Fine dinnerware and accessories. Hand-painted pottery, dinnerware, recycled glassware, coordinating linens, distinctive gifts and candles all add up to elegant decor for your dining table.

CITY: Peoria Heights

Hathaway's Gift Barn

There are many eclectic country treasures featuring dinnerware, table linens, purses and home decor specialty items. Along with the gift barn visit the Christmas Shoppe filled with trimmings for the Holiday season.

CITY: Galva

Marshall State Fish and Wildlife Area

Bottomlands and bluffs support a variety of animals, plants, and outdoor pursuits including picnicking, camping, fishing, hunting, and hiking. Migrating waterfowl, great blue herons, and bald eagles provide birders exceptional viewing opportunities.

CITY: Lacon

A Perfect Pear Boutique

Peoria's Favorite Boutique for your Perfect look! Offering high-end designer clothing and shoes for women.

CITY: Peoria Heights

Shallowbrook Farm

Former thoroughbred farm is the ideal setting for retreats, receptions, meetings and conferences. Just 35 minutes north of Peoria, featuring tennis, golf, hot tub and game room.

CITY: Bradford

Francis Park

Francis Park home to "Woodland Palace" is easily accessible from I-74 and I-80. From I-74 take IL 78 exit north to Kewanee and from I-80 take IL 78 to Kewanee. Follow Highway 34 for four miles east of Kewanee to arrive at the park. A great place to tour and enjoy the outdoors. Perfect for your special occasion. 40 acres of woodlands to explore while camping at one of 60 RV sites with electricity or in the spacious tent area. Water, dump station, free firewood are available. Enjoy the playground equipment, ball diamond, horseshoe court and picnic area. Open and closed area shelters available for rental. Open May through September - no reservations available.

CITY: Kewanee

Azura Boutique

Womens boutique of clothing, jewerly, shoes and purses.

CITY: Peoria Heights

Mautino State Fish and Wildlife Area

Encompasses 871 acres of mostly unreclaimed strip-mining land. The area is dotted with some 15 stocked lakes for fishing. Be aware that shore access is limited and that shorelines tend to drop off suddenly into deep water.

CITY: Sheffield

Shallowbrook Farm Executive Retreat

Whether a strategy session, customer/dealer conference, sales, marketing or executive retreat - let our professional staff assist you with your conference planning. We specialize in organizing a tranquil ideal meeting environment with care.

CITY: Bradford

Aunt Daisy's B & B

Aunt Daisy's is a Bed Breakfast that serves both a good night's sleep and a memorable breakfast, all within an 1890 midwestern home. Each room contains an outside telephone line, cable TV with VCR, desk, and a small refrigerator.

CITY: Kewanee

Aunt Daisy's Bed & Breakfast

4 unique suites with private baths, king size beds, A/C, wireless Internet, cable TV and a stocked refrigerator are featured in every suite. Enjoy a complimentary full breakfast in our tastefully decorated dining room. Step off at the Kewanee Amtrak Station and walk three blocks to Aunt Daisy’s. We are only a walk away from area restaurants, downtown shopping or the movie theater. Bishop Hill and Henry County attractions are all within a short driving distance. Public rooms: Library, enclosed porch, gazebo, music room, general store, dining room. Check-in 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Check-out 11:00 a.m.

CITY: Kewanee

Holiday Inn Express - Annawan/Kewanee Area

Air conditioning, cable TV, phone, indoor pool, sauna, laundry facility, fitness/workout center, great room, lounge, continental breakfast

CITY: Annawan

Best Western Annawan Inn and Banquet Center

Conveniently located off of Interstate 80, Exit 33 with a friendly and personable management team. The facility offers 62 spacious rooms with a refrigerator, microwave and 25" television in every room. Select from a standard king, standard double, handicap accessible and extended stay rooms. Complimentary hot continental breakfast and free wireless Internet access. This facility has seating capacity for 450 people. It also has the ability to host three-break out rooms seating 75 each and hotel offers 1 meeting room seating 45. A Banquet Center adjoins hotel with for groups 400 maximum seating. Catering available.

CITY: Annawan

Green View Nursery, Inc.

Enjoy the ever-changing beauty of nature and discover Green View Nursery. Green View is a family-owned business that offers a full service garden center and a gift show. Expert horticulturists and extensive irrigation and fertilization practices allow Green View to produce what we feel is some of Illinois' finest nursery stock: the Green View Grown® Brand. Today's Garden Center recognized Green View Companies as one of the Top 100 Revolutionary Garden Centers in the United States for 2009. We join the ranks of the horticulture industry's top independent garden centers for the second consecutive year. Green View was also featured on ABC-TV's Extreme Home Makeover: Home Edition for their work on the Grys' home in Pekin, IL.

CITY: Dunlap

Wiley House Museum

The museum contains photos, paintings and artrifacts about Galva and the surrounding area.

CITY: Galva

Peoria Palace Roller Skating Rink

Heart of Illinois' premier roller rink with family entertainment. We feature great food, a party area, live music, big screen TVs, wireless internet access and more. Peoria Palace Skating Rink offers the best in family oriented entertainment that will appeal to all ages! Peoria Palace has a large arcade area with the newest games, and some "Old Skool" classics that offer arcade tickets which can be traded for prizes at the Redemption Center. Choosing healthier lifestyles has become more important and Peoria Palace definitely fits the bill! Research has shown that roller skating burns up to 660 calories an hour! You see not only is skating fun but it’s good for your health!!

CITY: Mossville

Snakeden Hollow State Fish and Wildlife Area

Features exceptional waterfowl hunting opportunities. The 112 water impoundments offer large-mouth and small-mouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, rainbow and brown trout for fishing. Seasonal restrictions and limited access may apply.

CITY: Victoria

Colony Inn

Friendly tavern serving food made on site. Decorated with historic sports memorabilia from local Bishop Hill teams.

CITY: Bishop Hill

Bishop Hill Colony Bakery

This is a family owned and operated business. Step up to the counter and watch fresh bread and cookies being baked right before your eyes. Be tempted with many baked goods or stay for lunch with homemade soup or a sandwich from the daily lunch menu. The bakery is located across from the Colony Store and Steeple building.

CITY: Bishop Hill

Jubilee College State Park Camping

Jubilee College State Park is a 3,200-acre facility, located in Peoria County between Kickapoo and Brimfield, just off U.S. Route 150. This scenic area, with its rolling topography and meandering Jubilee Creek, offers various outdoor recreation.

CITY: Brimfield

Rock Island Trail State Park

The Rock Island Trail provides 27 miles for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. A primitive campground is also available. One of the premier rails-to-trails facilities in Illinois, this trail is a sure-fire winner for the entire family.

CITY: Wyoming

Carriage Classics, Ltd.

This horse-drawn carriage service is available for scenic tours, weddings and other occasions. Equipped for all seasons. Evening rides in downtown Peoria Fridays and Saturdays during April through mid-October. Thursday through Saturday rides during June through August. Pick-up points at Hotel Pere Marquette and The Landing. $20 for two adults and $5 for each additional person. Children under 10 ride free. Carriage rides available 7 p.m. through midnight. May be hired any time of the year for service in the Peoria and surrounding area. We also have a horse-drawn trolley available for special groups outings. Call for details!!!

CITY: Chillicothe

Ryan's Historic Round Barn

Built in 1910 to house Dr. Ryan's 50-head herd of black angus show cattle, the barn features a farm implement museum on the main floor.

CITY: Kewanee

AmericInn Lodge and Suites of Kewanee

Located in Kewanee, off U.S. 34 with great dining and shopping nearby. Amtrak transportation is available in the downtown area. Guests are offered a hot cup of coffee and a satisfying complimentary Continental breakfast. Choose from 49 rooms and two specialty suites. Guests enjoy the indoor pool, pool-side exercise room and heated spa. Other guest services at the hotel include a business center and guest laundry room. 900 square feet meeting space available. A perfect place for a weekend getaway, wedding or any special occasion.

CITY: Kewanee

Kewanee Motor Lodge

29 rooms conveniently located in downtown Kewanee offering affordable and comfortable accommodations. All rooms offer a refrigerator and microwave.

CITY: Kewanee

Seven on Prospect

Seven on Prospect is a locally owned and operated restaurant that provides fine dining, wine and spirits to the Peoria, We use top quality meat and seafood in our rack of lamb, steak trio and seared tuna entrees. Our full service bar features specialty martinis such as The Highlander and Granny Smith Appletinis. We offer free wi-fi and are wheelchair accessible. When you want an upscale dining experience that features great food, great wine and a great scene visit Seven on Prospect.

CITY: Peoria Heights

Kewane Motor Lodge

Air conditioning, cable TV, phone. Offers refrigerator & microwave in room

CITY: Kewanee

Kewanee Super 8

Air conditioning, cable TV, phone. Offering continental breakfast. Four suites with a jacuzzi, small meeting room, exercise room and sauna available.

CITY: Kewanee

Good's Furniture Bed & Breakfast

One of America's Largest Showrooms - furniture, restaurant, clothing & SKYWALK! 4 suites offering private bath, air conditioning, cable TV, phone, confinental breakfast in their off-premise restaurant

CITY: Kewanee

Hennepin Canal Bike Paths

The Hennepin Canal Parkway follows an old towpath that was actually never used, although the locks and aqueducts are in still in place. It was originally built to link the Illinois and Mississippi rivers. The 105-mile path is level and easy; however, water is scarce along the way (found only at locks 21, 22 and the Visitor Center), so be sure to bring plenty, especially during hot days. The landscape varies from forest to grasslands to marsh to farmland, and the trail is particularly pleasing during fall, when the leaves are changing colors. The Hennepin Canal Parkway has become a cyclist's paradise and an exceptional spot for fishing, birding, horseback riding and a wealth of outdoor recreation.

CITY: Sheffield

Maple Manor Bed and Breakfast

Relax in a beautiful 1875 home and enjoy the comforts and quiet away from it all. Four lovely guest rooms along with fresh country breakfast.

CITY: Tiskilwa

Indian Creek Vineyard Bed and Breakfast

A lovely setting for this cozy bed and breakfast. Grounds also provide beautiful location for weddings, reunions and gatherings of all kinds. Able to seat 200+.

CITY: Toulon

Johnson Sauk-Trail State Park

Hiking trails and scenic drives wind through the 1,365 acre park where boating, fishing, hunting and picnicking and camping are featured. Unique boathouse features a beautiful view of the waterway.

CITY: Kewanee

Chestnut Street Inn

Award winning bed and breakfast and restaurant featuring Mediterranean Cuisine using locally available ingredients. Conveniently located off I-80. Four uniquely appointed guest suites, including private bathrooms.

CITY: Sheffield

Julie's Corner Store

Specialty Gift Store that specializes in fudge and novelty Items. Fudge is an official "Illinois Product" recognized by the Ill. Dept. of Agriculture.

CITY: Lacon

Quality Inn

Conveniently located off Hwy. 34/78 in Kewanee with 24-hr. front desk assistance. Guests of the Quality Inn hotel are invited to relax in the sauna or grab a refreshing workout in the exercise room. Other amenities include: free wireless high-speed Internet access, free hot breakfast and free newspaper M-F. All spacious guest rooms offer cable television, a coffee maker, desk, hair dryer, alarm clock, iron and ironing board. Some rooms feature a refrigerator, microwave, whirlpool and sofa sleeper. Quality Inn is a pet-friendly hotel with four-legged friends allowed to stay for a fee.

CITY: Kewanee

Emack & Bolio's Ice Cream Shop

Ice cream never tasted better than at Emack & Bolio's. This ice cream company uses high-quality ingredients, no added dyes, and all of its non-fat desserts and no-sugar-added products are kosher. Over 100 flavors are introduced each year, such as Grasshopper Pie (crème de menthe liqueur with Oreos and chocolate flakes), and the ice cream is made fresh each week. Come & visit us in Peoria Heights.

CITY: Peoria Heights

Chestnut Street Inn

The ultimate bed and breakfast for foodies, the Chestnut Street Inn in Sheffield, IL is an award winning bed and breakfast featuring gourmet Mediterranean cuisine using locally grown foods. Built in 1854, this historic house offers comfortable accommodations in four uniquely appointed guest suites. All rooms include private bathrooms, Dish Network, DVD/VCR with over 1000 titles, robes, signature toiletries, snacks/beverages and a full gourmet breakfast.

CITY: Sheffield

Station House Restaurant

All aboard! Located next to the downtown Amtrak Passenger Station. Indoor and outdoor dining available. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

CITY: Kewanee

Red Earth Cafe

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner while overlooking the 56-acre lake. Featuring buffalo burgers, vegetarian choices, homemade pie and daily features. Breakfast and lunch served Tuesday through Sunday 8 am to 2 pm. Dinner served Thursday through Saturday, 5 pm to 8 pm.

CITY: Kewanee

Chestnut Street Inn

Award winning bed and breakfast and restaurant featuring Mediterranean Cuisine using locally available ingredients. Conveniently located off I-80. Four uniquely appointed guest suites, including private bathrooms.

CITY: Sheffield

Woodland Palace at Francis Park

Fred Francis built this home in 1890, utilizing his innovative ideas using brick, stone and native wood. Disappearing doors and windows, an air cooling system, radiant heat deflectors in the fireplace chimney and running water, all without electricity, are hallmarks of this fascinating house.

CITY: Kewanee