2013 Travel Guide
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Nature's Treasures
Wonderful gifts and birdhouses by local artists. Specializing in organic gardening supplies, fountains, wind chimes, metaphysical crystals. Friendly, helpful service!
CITY: Stockton
Nature's Way Nutrition Center
A complete line of natural and organic foods, vitamins, cosmetics, groceries, wheat-free products, books and more. All products are free of colorings, preservatives, and chemicals.
CITY: Freeport
Northwest Design
Glass studio nestled in the hills offers a shopping experience. Local glass artists at work using lampwork and fusing techniques.
CITY: Stockton
Oak Woods Bay Vacation Rental Home
This vacation rental home located on the waterfront at Lake Carroll is truly one you and your family will enjoy! 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and upper and lower level family rooms with lake views. An open floor plan brings together the kitchen, dining area, and family room. Plenty of space for additional air mattresses to accommodate guests or family members. WIRELESS INTERNET available Go to website to see a list of the many amenities this lake home includes!
CITY: Lake Carroll
Oakdale Nature Preserve
This Nature Preserve offers 133 acres of oak and hickory woodlands, restored prairies and shallow streams. Over four miles of winding trails are great for hiking, running, cross-country skiing, nature study and quiet reflection. Facilities, which are available to rent, include the Mogle Learning Center with meeting space for 20 people, a lodge with a kitchen and dining hall that can seat up to 80. The Oakdale Octagon Shelter has seating for up to 350 and a stage. Two picnic shelters as well as other picnic tables are available.
CITY: Freeport
Old River School Historic District
This residential district includes original Freeport and the city's first street, Monterey, and was later known as the "Gold Coast". Points of interest include Freeport's oldest house (built in 1838), the childhood home of famed Hollywood gossip columnist Louella Parsons, a monument honoring Freeport's founder, William "Tutty" Baker, and the Van Buren Bridge, built in 1885 of wrought iron.
CITY: Freeport
Orangeville Farmers Market
First Saturday in July through Second Saturday in October -- enjoy fresh produce, fresh baked goods, crafts and more provided by local farmers.
CITY: Orangeville
Peaceful Pines
A charming cottage on situated on 19 acres, adjacent to Apple River Canyon State Park. Fishing, golf, shopping at your fingertips. Paradise for the birder, artist or author. Full kitchen, pet-friendly and quiet.
CITY: Apple River
Pec Playhouse Theatre
Performances produced by people dedicated to proividing quality community theatre in an intimate, rustic venue.
CITY: Pecatonica
Pine Summit Tree Farm
Pick your own Christmas trees, custom saw-milling, and nursery stock.
CITY: Cedarville
Pizza Hut - Freeport
Pizza, sandwiches, pasta and salad bar. Carryout, delivery, children's menu, beer, non-smoking section. Credit cards accepted.
CITY: Freeport
PJ's Stephenson Street Station
Homemade daily specials and soups Tuesday thru Friday, including tacos and hot roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, plus home cut french fries, fresh pork rinds and half pound burgers. Carryout, wireless internet. Barquet facilities for 250.
CITY: Freeport
Prairie Path Guest House
We offer three rooms where you can sleep comforted by beautiful handmade quilts or lose yourself among the antiques! Wake up to a hearty breakfast of eggs, bacon, homemade breads, fruit, French toast or waffles, ham, and our own jams & jellies. While sitting on the wicker porch swing on the upstairs veranda, enjoy our beautiful countryside and be blessed by the song of the bluebird or call of the mockingbird. Wake up to the smell of coffee and fresh cinnamon rolls baking and make time to bird watch, shop in our small quilt & gift shop or explore the historic community we call home. We offer free Wi-Fi.
CITY: Mount Carroll
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Pretzel City 5K Run
This is a great run whether you are a novice looking to run your first 5K, or a seasoned competitior looking to beat your personal best time. Part of the Rockford Runners Circuit. Krape Park: Registration begins at 7 am, race begins at 8 am. Registration Fee: $30 for all ages.
CITY: Freeport
Quarry Ridge Hunt Club
The premiere, upland-hunting experience in Northern Illinois. Quarry Ridge offers hunting (member or non-member) for rooster pheasant, dove, turkey, deer and moor. Dogs and guides can be provided if needed.
CITY: Lena
Raccoon Hollow Antiques
Come visit Raccoon Hollow Antiques to see a wide range of unique antiques and collectables. Furniture refinishing is also available.
CITY: Lena
Raven's Grin Inn
At this real haunted house, built in 1870, you'll hear about the inn's spooky history on a tour that takes you through the twists and turns of this creepy building.
CITY: Mount Carroll
Read Park
Read Park offers many recreational opportunities and is highlighted by the Read Park Family Aquatic Center, which includes a zero depth pool, water slides and play area, and by a state of the art 11,000 square foot skate park, SK8 Park. This scenic park also features baseball and softball diamonds, tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, an outdoor lighted hockey and ice staking rink, concession stand, picnic areas, shelters, and playgrounds. The Morgan Memorial, a charming statue of two children surrounded by fountains, is a serene spot to enjoy. Park attractions are open seasonally; please call ahead to confirm availability of specific attractions and costs.
CITY: Freeport
Red Ruby Inn
This beautiful guest house offers three bedrooms & shared library/sitting room. 1 bedroom with private bath - 2 share a bathroom. Located in a historic brick home 2 blocks from business district offering unique shopping, coffee shops, antique shops & both fine dining & family friendly restaurants.
CITY: Mount Carroll
Red's Bronzing
Hand-stripping and refinishing of wood. Buffing and lacquering of all metals.
CITY: Freeport
Richland Creek Wetlands
A wetlands conservations area adjacent to the Jane Addams Recreation Trail. A wonderful spot for birding and watching wild animals.
CITY: Orangeville
Ridott Corners
Great hamburgers. Carryout, full bar. No credit cards. Lunch and Dinner.
CITY: Ridott
Rite-Way Furniture and Appliance
Home furnishings, accessories, furniture, appliances, bedding and carpet.
CITY: Freeport
Robert F. Apple - Fishing Guide
Fishing guide - muskies, walleyes; all equipment furnished.
CITY: Chadwick
Rock Hollow Family Steakhouse
Family owned, friendly, comfortable lodge atmosphere known of premium Angus steaks, burgers, exotic meats (smoked pheasant, duck, and buffalo), and exceptional fish fry serving catfish, walleye and blue gill. Relax in lounge area by the real wood fireplace. Enjoy the country setting with a great deck, camping, and sand volleyball courts. Full bar, carry outs, catering, entertainment, outdoor dining, indoor range. Banquet facilities for 250. Reservations recommended for large groups.
CITY: Freeport
Rock Run Peddler
A quaint red cottage with a unique gathering of primitives, folk art, florals, and garden decor. Also seasonal garden to enjoy.
CITY: Rock City
Rosebud Rentals, Inc.
Our properties provide either seclusion or being close to amenities. Enjoy hiking, biking, golfing, horseback riding, outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness and game room, and much more.
CITY: Elizabeth
Route 20 Bar & Grill
Located on Highway 20 west of Freeport, Rt. 20 Bar & Grill specializes in homemade appetizers, great burgers, and daily specials at a great price. Weekend specials include a Friday Fish Fry with Cod, Catfish, Walleye, Blue Gill, and baked Salmon. Saturday night features Prime Rib, Steaks, Chops, Seafood and pasta dishes. Sunday features the All You Can Eat Broasted Chicken.
CITY: Freeport
Jun 1
Route 75 Garage Sale
Travel Highway 75 for great garage sales, yard sales, and rummage sales along the highway and in each of the villages. Plus shop at local stores including Rock Run Peddler, The Empty Attic, and Country Cheese. 40 miles along Route 75 in the villages of Dakota, Rock City, Davis, Durand, and Rockton. Maps available.
CITY: Dakota
Jun 1
Route 75 Garage Sales
Travel Highway 75 for great garage sales, yard sales and rummage sales along the highway and in each of the villages. Plus, shop at local stores including Rock Run Peddler, The Empty Attic and County Cheese. Maps are available. See our website for more information.
CITY: Dakota
Royal Oaks Antiques and Collectables
This shop offers antique furniture, lamps, collectible cash registers, 50s memorabilia and historic Freeport items.
CITY: Freeport
Sally's Cookie Jar
Handmade and decorated cookies, cookie jars, cookie cutters, and cookie cookbooks.
CITY: Freeport
Savvy Scavengers
Overstock & more – unique selection of women’s apparel and accessories. Come find our finds.
CITY: Stockton
20
Say Cheese Tour
Enjoy a leisurely drive through the rolling hills of Stephenson County and stop at local cheese stores, cheese plants and a winery. Participants include the Cheese Market, Freeport; Miller's Country Cheese, Inc. and Wengers Springbrook Cheese in Davis; Torkelson Cheese Co. in Lena and Famous Fossil Winery in Cedarville. Visit all five locations for a chance to win some great prizes (drawing will be held at 4 pm at Famous Fossil). Stop in at the Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center for your map.
CITY: Freeport
Schuldt Park
Located off historic and scenic Stagecoach Trail. Offers picnic and playground areas, ball diamond, basketball court, bird watching on seven acres. In Waddams Grove.
CITY: Lena
Schurmeier Teaching Forest
Two miles of beginner and intermediate hiking trails, educational signage teaches about tree and forestry practices. This forest is the perfect way to spend the day. Horses welcome!
CITY: Elizabeth
Serendipity Candy
Browse the selection of gourmet chocolates, nostalgic candy, Jelly Belly's, M&M colorworks, candy bouquets, and the large offering of sugar-free candy. Visit us on Facebook.
CITY: Freeport
Shark's Roadhouse
This 5000+ square foot restaurant tavern features a beautifully crafted main bar, multiple dining areas, beer garden and a unique decor with relics of the past. We serve lunch and dinner, along with weekly lunch specials and daily drink specials. Live entertainment; indoor/outdoor seating.
CITY: Elizabeth
Shirts By Mom
Shirts By Mom specializes in custom made shirts and gifts. Sportswear with embroidered and heat transfer logos, business, sport and team logos. Also find a wide variety of gourmet foods, coffee and teas, plus gifts, pottery and gift baskets.
CITY: Rock City
shops@glenview
The shops @glenview are located on the first floor of the Historic Hotel Glenview where you will find the dabluz boutique, Driftless Area Stillroom and more! Check out our website for a full listing of all the great things our vendors have to offer.
CITY: Mount Carroll
Silkrug Stable
Enjoy Jo Daviess countryside in a horse-drawn buggy/bobsled. Ride at our place or yours. Call for information/reservations.
CITY: Stockton
19 - 20
Silver Creek & Stephenson Railroad and Silvercreek Museum Fall Harvest Demonstrations
All aboard as a 36-ton 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses for a four-mile ride through farmlands. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, a turn-of-the-century replica filled with railroad artifacts, and browse the Freight House Gift Shop and Silvercreek Museum. Weather permitting, there will be fall harvest demonstrations with horses and tractors. The museum will feature sauerkraut, brats, hot dogs, chili and dessert.
CITY: Freeport
5 - 6
Silver Creek & Stephenson Railroad Steam Train Rides, Silvercreek Museum Soup Supper
All aboard the antique steam train as a 36 ton 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses, and two passenger flatcars for a four mile ride through farmlands and across a bridge 30 feet above Yellow Creek. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Deport, and browse for novelties in the Freight House. Visit the Silver Creek Museum which offers 25 rooms of early Americana. Enjoy homemade soup, sandwiches and deserts served at the Museum.
CITY: Freeport
Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad and Museum
All aboard as a 36-ton 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses, including an antique red caboose reported to be the oldest in the state, for a four-mile ride through farmlands. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, a turn-of-the-century replica filled with railroad artifacts, and browse the Freight House Gift Shop and Silvercreek Museum that's filled with early Americana.
CITY: Freeport
Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad and Silvercreek Museum
All aboard, as a 36-ton, 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses, including an antique red caboose reported to be the oldest in the state, for a four-mile ride through farmlands. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, a turn-of-the-century replica filled with railroad artifacts, and browse the Freight House Gift Shop and Silvercreek Museum that's filled with early Americana.
CITY: Freeport
26 - 27
Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad and Silvercreek Museum Ice Cream Social
All aboard the antique steam train as a 35 ton 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses, including an antique red caboose, and two passenger flatcars for a four mile ride through farmlands and across a bridge 30 feet above Yellow Creek. Puschase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, and browse for novelties in the Freight House. Visit the Silver Creek Museum which offers 25 rooms of early Americana, Henney Motor Company vehicles, which were manufactured in Freeport, and the operating Cooper-Corliss engine, a giant 130 ton steam engine. Enjoy an ice cream social serving sandwiches, chips, pie, cake and ice cream.
CITY: Freeport
4
Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad and Silvercreek Museum July 4th Celebration
All aboard the antique steam train as a 36 ton 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses and two passenger flat cars for a four mile ride through farmland and across a bridge 30 feet above Yellow Creek and view the fireworks in the night sky from the train. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, a turn-of-the-century replica filled with railroad artifacts. Browse for novelties in the Freight House and visit the Silver Creek Museum which offers 25 rooms of early Americana, a display of antique machinery, Henney Motor Company vehicles which were manufactured in Freeport, and the operating Cooper-Corliss engine, a giant 130 ton steam engine. Sandwiches, drinks and deserts served at the Museum
CITY: Freeport
2
Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad and Silvercreek Museum Labor Day Celebration
All aboard the antique steam train as a 36 ton 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses, and two passenger flatcars for a four mile ride through farmlands and across a bridge 30 feet above Yellow Creek. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, a turn-of-the-century replica filled with railroad artifacts. Browse for novelties in the Freight House and visit the Silvercreek Museum which offers 25 rooms of early Americana, a display of antique machinery, Henney Motor Company vehicles which were manufactured in Freeport, and the operating Cooper-Corliss engine, a giant 130 ton steam engine. The Silvercreek Museum will be serving sandwiches and deserts.
CITY: Freeport
26 - 27
Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad Steam Train Rides
All aboard as a 36-ton 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses, including an antique red caboose reported to be the oldest in the state, and three passenger flatcars for a four-mile ride through farmlands and across a bridge 30 feet above Yellow Creek. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, a turn-of-the-century replica filled with railroad artifacts. Browse for novelties in the Freight House Gift Shop. Visit the Silvercreek Museum filled with early Americana and featuring the 130-ton Cooper Corliss Steam Engine and its over 25-foot fly wheel. An ice cream social with sandwiches, chips, pie, cake and ice cream will be available at the museum. Train: Adults: $7; Children under 12: $3; Cab Rides: $15; Museum: Adults: $3, Children under 12: Free. 11 am - 4 pm.
CITY: Freeport
Silver Moon Winery
Enjoy a glass of wine by the fireplace and chat with the winemaker, who is always delighted to share his passion for making wine with guests.
CITY: Lanark
Silvercreek Museum
This museum, operated by the Stephenson County Antique Engine Club, which also operates the Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad, offers 20 rooms of early Americana. Exhibts include 500 pieces of crockery, dolls, a recreated schoolroom and kitchen, art exhibits, quilts, tools and agricultural equipment, and many other historical exhibits. Also on the grounds is a display of antique machinery and an exhibit of Henny Motor Company vehicles which were manufactured in Freeport. Plus visitors can view the Cooper-Corliss engine, a giant 130-ton steam engine with a 25 foot flywheel which originally operated a rolling mill in a zinc plant. Special exhibits and events are featured throughout the year.
CITY: Freeport
SK-8 Skateboard Heaven
This 11,000-sq.-ft. skateboard park features obstacles, ramps, rails, ledges, spines and bowls. Built specifically for skateboards and in-line skates, this facility is popular with both skaters and spectators.
CITY: Freeport
Skate Station
Family-oriented roller skating with video/redemption games and a complete snack bar including pizza. Birthday, private parties, and all night lock-ins are available.
CITY: Lena
Slumberland Furniture
Midwest's leading mattress retailer, including Sealy, Simmons, Stearns & Foster and Tempur-Pedic. Plus furniture and accessorites for the entire home at a price for all budgets.
CITY: Freeport
Slurp & Burp
This is a fun, friendly and family oriented bar and grill located in a scenic area. Daily specials, sandwiches and fish on Fridays. Tenderloin sandwiches are a highlight. Carryouts, alcohol, entertainment.
CITY: Pearl City
Soldiers Memorials
The Civil War Soldiers Monument, on the southwest corner of the Stephenson County Courthouse, is inscribed with the names of those soldiers from Stephenson County who lost their lives in the Civil War. On the southeast corner is the Stephenson County Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial, which is a bronze statue of a full-sized M-16 with a bayonet stuck in the ground and a helmet on top.
CITY: Freeport
Something Special
Covers a wide variety of your shopping needs from quality sportswear to elegant attire. Gifts, children's books and more can also be found.
CITY: Elizabeth
Stage Coach Trails Livery
For those dreaming of harnessing, hitching and driving the big horses, here is your chance to enjoy an afternoon or a week. Stagecoach Trails offers good Belgian horses and good equipment for the beginner or old-timer wishing to relive days gone by. Come along and learn how it was done in days gone by! Our trails are located on some of the old original stagecoach and wagon trails. One most notably is the Frink-Walker Line, which ran from Chicago to Dubuque. On the trails we may find all kinds of wildlife including small game, deer, or perhaps the magnificent wild turkey. Come along, relax, and enjoy God's country.
CITY: Apple River
Stella's Café & Catering
Offering excellent ambiance, exceptional food and decadent desserts. Homemade soups, fresh baked bread, serving your catering needs.
CITY: Stockton
22
Stephenson County Ag Breakfast
A farm breakfast showcasing Stephenson County agriculture producers with a menu of orange juice, coffee cake, scrambled eggs, whole hog sausage, beef bacon, cheese, milk, coffee and ice cream. Additional activities include entertainment, a petting zoo, craft show, games and more as we salute and share the story of Stephenson County agriculture. Adults: $4; Children 5 and under: Free
CITY: Freeport
13
Stephenson County Barn Tour
Spend a leisurely fall afternoon in the country exploring five of Stephenson County's unique barns and learn the stories behind their distinctive charm.
CITY: Freeport
9 - 14
Stephenson County Fair
Old fashioned county fair, with livestock shows, home-ec and commercial exhibits, food vendors, and grandstand events including youth night, tractor pulls, FMX Freestyle Motocross, demo derby, musical entertainment. Free on-grounds entertainment including an animal show, wood carver, and other children oriented performers and exhibits. Country Music Entertainer Kellie Pickler will be the headliner on Saturday, July 13 with one show on the Grandstand's main stage. Tickets are $20 for reserved seating, and $12 for Grandstand seating. Tickets go on sale June 10 at 9 am.
CITY: Freeport
Stephenson County Historical Museum Gift Shop
Museum gift shop in the beautiful Oscar Taylor home offering unique gifts, historical books and toys, including books on local history, plus Rawleigh and McNess products.
CITY: Freeport
Stephenson-Black Hawk Trail
This scenic 13-mile trail for hiking and biking through the rolling hill of northwest Illinois offers both history and nature. The trail, as it follows county and township roads, is partially paved. Attractions include early pioneer sites, one of the highest natural points in the state, and also Blackhawk war sites. Trail maps are available at the Lena Community Park District Office. For those who complete the trail, trail patches and medals are available for purchase.
CITY: Lena
StockHolder's Saloon
Visit this vintage saloon filled with 'local color.' Coldest tap beer in town.
CITY: Apple River
5 - 6
Stockton Civil War Days-Battle Of Morseville
Step back in time with a Civil War reenactment and encampment. There will be a period fashion show, medical scenarios and more. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
CITY: Stockton
Stockton Heritage Museum
Stockton Heritage Museum is a not-for-profit entity dedicated to the preservation and teaching of Stockton area history. Discover exhibits on the Chicago Great Western Railroad, model trains, history of Kraft Foods, and Stockton area history exhibits.
CITY: Stockton
Stones Hallmark
Beautiful Hallmark gift store offering cards, Christmas ornaments, collectibles, ladies accessories, Fannie May and much more.
CITY: Freeport
Studio 218 Salon and Spa
Full-service salon and spa offering cuts, color, waxing, facials, massage, body wraps and more. Plus spa parties, make-up, ear piercing, keratin smoother, Brazillian gel manicures, blowouts and pedicures.
CITY: Freeport
Studiowork
A gallery of handmade pottery and art by local artists and the studio of Adrienne Seagraves and Stephanie O'Shaughnessy.
CITY: Elizabeth
Studtmann Properties
Comfortable, luxurious vacation homes located at Apple Canyon Lake. Each home sleeps up to eight people. Some homes are pet friendly. Ideal for large or multiple families. Lake views.
CITY: Apple River
Sunrise Bay Vacation Rental Home
Spacious waterfront home ready for your summer vacation with enough private sleeping quarters for 12 adults and room left over for the kids. Large kitchen, family room, great room, 3 full baths, 2 fireplaces, 3-season room, upper and lower deck, boat dock and pier and a user friendly lot that allows for great waterfront access. Go to website for full list of rates & amenities.
CITY: Lake Carroll
Super 8 - Freeport
This 67-room hotel offers suites; handicapped and non-smoking rooms; indoor pool; exercise facilities, cable TV with HBO; free highspeed internet; in room phones with a second line; iron and ironing boards; coffee makers; deluxe continental breakfast. AARP, group, and multiple night discounts. American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa.
CITY: Freeport
Susan Shire Antiques
Quality primitives antiques shop on historic Peoria-Galena Trail, located behind our restored 1861 limestone house in beautiful Pleasant Valley.
CITY: Mount Carroll
Tapley Woods State Natural Area
Located 5 miles west of Elizabeth, IL, this 260 timbered acres provides public hunting areas, hiking and nature viewing.
CITY: Elizabeth
Taylor Park - Freeport
Taylor Park was originally a trotting-horse track and gives this park its oval shape and flat terrain. There are picnic areas shelters, playground areas, a three-diamond lighted softball complex, a tennis court, a basketball court, and a sand volleyball court. A concession stand is open during softball season.
CITY: Freeport
18 - 19
The "Pec Thing" Antique & Flea Market
Great bargains can be found everywhere on antique tools and quilts, yard art and jewelry, stamps and postcards, furniture and glassware, arts and crafts and everything in between. Over 400 dealers are spread out over 100,000 square feet inside and 40 acres outside.
CITY: Pecatonica
The Buss Stop
Daily specials, Friday fish fry, Saturday pizza specials and ice cream specialities in a friendly atmosphere. Cheese available for purchase. Carryout, smoke-free. No credit cards.
CITY: Dakota
The Clothes Bin & Gift Shop
Designer-inspired clothing, jewelry, purses, home décor & so much more. Free yourself from the ordinary! Stop, shop, have fun!
CITY: Elizabeth
The Corner Tap
The Corner Tap is a family friendly atmosphere conveniently located halfway between Freeport, IL and Galena, IL in beautiful downtown Stockton, Illinois. Homemade pizza, appetizers, sandwiches, soup and much more! Great beer selection, including darks and imports. Outdoor beer garden.
CITY: Stockton
The Cove Restaurant
The Cove Restaurant is located on Apple Canyon Lake with spectacular lake views from every table.
CITY: Apple River
The Driftless Area Stillroom
The Driftless Area Stillroom is now located at the SHOPS@GLENVIEW. We offer outstanding domestic and worldwide wine selection of cheeses, meats, foodstuffs and a rotating selection of house made goods, housewares and more. We focus on local, organic, and sustainable purveyors. Join us Sundays for food and drink on the veranda.
CITY: Mount Carroll
The Empty Attic
A quaint country store offering a quirky mix of old and new. Home decor, lighting, furniture, antiques and just loads of fun - little unique items. Affordable prices and great holiday items and weekly specials.
CITY: Rock City
The Gilded Cage
Vintage at heart painted cottage furniture, antiques, unique one of a kind pieces.
CITY: Mount Carroll
The Holy Mackerel
Masterful menu by renowned Chef Dan Kretschmer provides unparalleled gourmet cuisine and attentive service in a charming, historic church. Exquisitely fresh, simply prepared food.
CITY: Elizabeth
The Mill Furnishings and Design
The Mill is nestled among the hills of Northern Illinois, on the way to Galena. Large furniture showroom, including flooring, bedding and accessories. Full-service consultants on staff. A nice drive for "nice" furniture.
CITY: Lena
The Olde Hotel
Casual/elegant dining in a 150-year-old hotel. Off the beaten path, but worth the drive! Home of M&H BBQ - BBQ done right!
CITY: Warren
The Pink Anchor Gift Store
A glorious and eclectic artisan gallery for both the heart and soul. Handmade cards, Southwestern pendants, nautical jewelry, pretzel necklaces, natural care products, crafts, paintings, candles, purses, and more unique, one-of-a-kind gifts.
CITY: Freeport
The Rafters
Enjoy a quality dining experience in the unique setting of a beautiful old barn with great salads, dinners, sandwiches, and daily specials. The restaurant is next to the Red Barn with its fabulous selection of gift items and to the Mill Furnishings and Design offering fine furniture and accessories. Experience the entire complex. Carryout, children's menu, full bar, entertainment. Banquet facilities for 250.
CITY: Lena
The Red Barn
The Red Barn offers a unique blend of gifts, accessories and delectable gourmet packaged foods, plus custom gift baskets.
CITY: Lena
The Sabbath Center
We facilitate retreats for individuals and small groups seeking renewed relationships with God and each other."Come away by yourselves to a quiet place and rest a while". The conference center is approximately 100 miles west of Chicago but a world away from the hustle and worries of our busy lives.
CITY: Lanark
The Shop on the Hill
Antiques fill the entire first floor of Victorian home. This is an old general line antique shop that has been in business for more than 25 years. Glassware, furniture, tools, books, primitives, toys, collectibles and more!
CITY: Elizabeth
The Standish House Bed & Breakfast
A "living museum", filled with English antiques, unique collection of Early American history and pilgrims. Canopy beds and breakfast by candlelight. Relaxing country atmosphere within walking distance of shopping center in Lanark. Full breakfast.
CITY: Lanark
The View Motel
Large comfortable rooms with queen-size beds. Only 10 minutes from Galena. Meet new friends around outdoor fireplace. Complimentary coffee/tea. Special group rates. New 26-inch flat-panel HDTVs with satellite. Free Wi-Fi.
CITY: Elizabeth
