We never get tired of the sunsets here at Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages. #Springtime #Springgetaway #RelaxRestoreExplore #BreakfastInTheBarn #GalenaIL #GalenaIllinois #Galena #GalenaCountry #EnjoyIllinois #Midwest #MidwestExploring #MidwestMoment #MidwestIsBest #GalenaBedAndBreakfast
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Not sure who is enjoying the sunshine more, the goats or the chickens. #goats #chickensofinstigram #RelaxRestoreExplore #BreakfastInTheBarn #GalenaIL #GalenaIllinois #Galena #GalenaCountry #EnjoyIllinois #Midwest #MidwestExploring #MidwestMoment #MidwestIsBest #GalenaBedAndBreakfast

6 years ago, we planted apple trees. Between the deer, lawn tractors, and late spring freezes, we have never had an apple. Finally, the one remaining of the apple trees we planted has blossoms on it. Fingers crossed that we get apples this year. #RelaxRestoreExplore #BreakfastInTheBarn #GalenaIL

Happy National Zucchini Bread Day! Ok, let's be honest, the picture is of our Zucchini Coffee cake, but cake is basically just sweeter bread, right?
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The Gazebo is open for the season! Everything has been powerwashed, and the screens are up. Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature while relaxing in comfort.
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Back in January of 2025, these flowering plum trees were badly damaged in a blizzard. We cleaned them up the best we could and let nature take its course. We have been rewarded with so many blossoms. We are so glad we didn't them all down. #Springtime #Springgetaway #RelaxRestoreExplore

It's truly looking like spring here at Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages. The Violets and the Bleeding Hearts are putting on their annual show.
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Nothing says rise and shine like a homemade breakfast. How about our Lemon-Blueberry German Pancake with some Bacon and Maple Syrup?
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We love this photo from 3 years ago of the Cording Event Barn behind the just-flowering Magnolia Tree. This year, the tree is almost done blooming, so I guess that means we are a few weeks ahead of that year.
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Our herb trough has it's Spring look happening with some colorful pansies. We can't wait till it is filled with herbs for us to use in our breakfasts, but until then, we can enjoy the spring beauty.
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Another project is underway. This time, it is a new tile shower in the Hillside Cottage. We love making every stay just a little bit better. We can't wait to see it finished.
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We have been slowly rolling out our Spring Breakfast Menu, including our Blueberry Peach Baked French Toast with a Maple Pecan Streusel. Because it is not quite decadent enough on its own, we top it with some freshly made Cinnamon Whipped Cream. #BreakfastInTheBarn #RelaxRestoreExplore #GalenaIL

Our barnyard is a popular place to visit when staying at Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages. The goats, chicken, and even the noisy geese love visitors. Be sure to stop and say hi the next time you stay with us. #GoatsofInstagram #goats #chickensofinstigram #geese #RelaxRestoreExplore

That magic moment as the last of the sunset is still in the sky. There is a soft glow about Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages.

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After the storm, the sun streams through the willow, lighting it up.
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