Market Street General Store

Craft store, country crafts and gourmet foods.

CITY: Paxton

The Heartland Spa

Escape to a country estate on a private lake surrounded by acres of wood and miles of farmland. Once a busy dairy farm this award-winning destination spa stays true to its roots by providing a welcoming, unpretentious, and nurturing environment for guests to relax, unplug and focus on their individual lifestyle goals.

CITY: Gilman

Grand Prarie Families and Farm

The farm offers organic chicken, beef, pork, milk, cheese, bread and herbs.

CITY: Melvin

Mena's Mercantile

Beautifully organized, clean antique shop in downtown Paxton. Specializing in antiques, collectibles and good old-fashioned hospitality. New items daily. Located in the basement, it is a not for profit thrift store where all items are 50 cents.

CITY: Paxton

Iroquois County State Wildlife Area

The area features some of the finest and most extensive prairie-marsh and sand dune vegetation remaining in Illinois. Primarily operated as a permit pheasant hunting area, hiking, picnicking, and snowmobiling opportunities are also available.

CITY: Beaverville

Illinois Central Railroad Historical Society Headquarters

The Illinois Central Railroad Historical Society is dedicated to preserving historical and educational information about the Illinois Central Railroad and the many predecessor railroads that have been part of the IC system. This headquarters feature a depot, museum and library.

CITY: Paxton

Onarga Township Cemetery

The cemetery is the eternal home of Timothy Webster, a Civil War spy.

CITY: Onarga

Veterans Memorial

This nine-ton cannon, used in WW II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War, stands alongside Veterans Parkway in honor of the men and women who have served in the Armed Forces.

CITY: Watseka

River Front Berry Farm

This roadside spots sells in-season red and black raspberries, strawberries, aspargus, rhubarb, sweet corn, new potatoes, zucchini, acorn squash, apples, pears, garlic, pumpkins, tomatoes, onions and peppers.

CITY: Martinton

Kankakee South KOA

The Kankakee South KOA offers a quiet get-away-from-it-all retreat that's just an hour south of Chicago. Good restaurants, golf courses, canoe trips and Friday night stock car races are nearby.

CITY: Chebanse

Hinkle Produce

Buy cucumbers, gherkins, peppers, pumpkins and other in-season produce.

CITY: Cissna Park

Fey Orr Memorial Mural

This mural honors the late Fey Orr, a prominent local businessman and philanthropist. The mural is painted on the Chebanse Grain & Lumber Co. building, and depicts the people and lifestyle of Beaverville.

CITY: Beaverville

Boudreau Vegetables and Grain

Farm-fresh pumpkins and watermelon are sold here.

CITY: Martinton

Iroquois County Historical Society Museum

This old ourthouse museum houses numerous exhibits, as well as collections of natural and cultural objects that reflect the dinstictive characteristics of the county.

CITY: Watseka

Watseka Motel

26 rooms, some with kitchenettes.

CITY: Watseka

Pool's Pine Acres

Pick up sweet corn, as well as cut-your-own scotch, red and Austrian pine trees.

CITY: Melvin

Shagbark Golf & Country Club

This challenging nine-hole, par 36 course is noted for its small greens.

CITY: Onarga

The Razzano House

Uniquely private, the Razzano House is an architect designed home built by restauranteur and golfing professional Louis Razzano in 1952 to match the elegant period homes in the area. It is now a charming, comfortable guest home.

CITY: Watseka

Super 8 Motel - Gilman

52 rooms, super start breakfast from 6am-10am, Olympic-size jacuzzi.

CITY: Gilman

Paxton Inn Motel

28-unit country inn; restaurant next door.

CITY: Paxton

Inside Out

Step across the threshold of this lovingly restored, 106 year old building. Throughout the two story shop and its enclosed garden, you’ll find a tasteful and eclectic blend of upscale, contemporary home and garden décor items. Mirrors, lamps, clocks, candles, candleholders, vases, and gorgeous garden iron. You’ll also find trendy fashion jewelry and accessories. The ground floor Wine Corner features fine wines from Illinois vineyards and wine accessories. Sampling takes place every day and wine can be purchased by the glass (or bottle) for sipping while you shop or to enjoy in our beautiful garden. Up the Stairs, you’ll find The Food Corner, filled with a surprising array of Illinois Food products and kitchen gadgets you won’t want to live without. All around you’ll find April Cornell linens, more accessories and décor, a Spa Corner designed to inspire and sooth your mind, body and spirit.

CITY: Gilman

Country Thyme Tea Room

Victorian tea room. All food made from scratch. Reservations strongly recommended!

CITY: Paxton

TimberCreek Bed and Breakfast

TimberCreek Bed and Breakfast offers country retreat style lodging in a secluded Illinois meadow surrounded by trees and a stream. It is the ideal setting to escape fast-paced everyday living and relax, recharge, and reconnect with each other.

CITY: Paxton

Arcade Pancake House

Serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, family style.

CITY: Paxton

Super 8 Motel - Watseka

42 rooms, large truck parking available. Nice hotel. Meeting room accommodates 50.

CITY: Watseka

Travel Inn - Gilman

38 rooms

CITY: Gilman

Budget Host Inn - Gilman

Cable, color TV and free HBO

CITY: Gilman

Country Gardens

Family restaurant and pancake house.

CITY: Paxton

Tin Pan

Charming diner in historic Paxton. Fresh salad bar, appetizers, burgers, wraps and sandwiches. Full menu includes chicken dinners, salmon, Yellow Fin Tuna, Steak and more. Make sure you save room for a slice of fresh pie. Host your next event at the Tin Pan.Dine-in, carry-out, catering and event hosting. Special catering menu available.

CITY: Paxton

Watseka Union Depot

This historic depot is now home to railroad memorabilia displays.

CITY: Watseka