First off, the breakfast is delicious, Jane was the most welcoming innkeeper and made us feel at home. the Swan Lake room is beautiful and clean and comfortable. The view is amazing and tranquil. My boyfriend and I will definitely return next year. If you want to be treated and feed well then stay at Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages. more

We really enjoyed the room and the service. Jane was very nice and makes great breakfasts. We liked staying in the country. It was in close proximity to Galena, which is great for shopping and eating, but was far enough away as to be quiet. more

This was a very relaxing and hospitable place to stay. Not too far from Galena yet far enough away to be very relaxed and just enjoy nature and the peace and quiet. Accomadations were very nice and the INN keeper was so very personable. Fantastic... more

This was our second stay at Hawk Valley. My husband and I knew this would be our vacation spot for our one year anniversary. The inn keepers are so friendly, and they make amazing breakfasts. Excellent stay for "getting away from it all". Private cottages offer kitchenettes, fireplace, and hot tub. Inn keepers even mailed me something I had left... more

Hawk Valley Retreat was a perfect place to spend a long weekend with our kids and grandkids. Our rooms were large with very comfortable beds. Breakfasts were super. The grandkids loved fishing in the pond and netting frogs. There was plenty of space for family conversation and games. The porch swing was a perfect place to sit and read a... more

My husband & I have spent the last 2 anniversaries at Hawk Valley, and plan to spend many many more there. The grounds are beautiful, and the views from the deck are breath-taking. The cottages are peaceful, restful and private. The homemade breakfasts are absolutley decadent. Only mere minutes from Galena's shopping & antique stores, but we recommend spending at... more

We live in suburban chicago and simply love the peace and serenity of Hawk Valley Retreat. Jane, the owner, does an fabulous job making you feel right at home. From her scrumptious breakfasts, to her fresh baked cookies, and her great tips on one of the many excursions/attractions in the area. We brought our two children with us a number... more

We just had a weekend getaway to Hawk Valley and everything was perfect. The grounds were beautiful with the flowers in bloom. The pond was full of life with frogs, fish, and turtles. We caught a bunch of bass with some in the 3-4 lb range and lots more bluegills. The bird watching was great with blue herons, green herons,... more

My husband & I went for a mini-vacation that was very much needed. Just pulling up to the grounds was a peaceful feeling! The cottage was perfect & Jane and Fritz were wonderful hosts. We didn't want to leave but headed back to reality. We are already planning our yearly visit to Hawk Valley! more