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Quotes From Our Guest Book

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"What a delightful, restful place!  I couldn't think of a single thing I might have wanted that wasn't provided ..."   ~   Chicago, IL
 
"What a great inn!  Loved the accommodations ~ perfect balance of attention and privacy."  ~  Tonica, IL
 
"Our stay was much too short but we will be back,  for sure.  You have done a fantastic job ...  The entire environment here is so relaxing and welcoming."   ~   Stockholm, Sweden 
 
"What wonderful serendipity to find your lovely inn with our cheery yellow room.  Great time exploring Bishop Hill and relaxing!"  ~  Normal, IL
 
"Your inn is one of the best ... just the right balance of history and comfort.  We really enjoyed our stay!"  ~  Galena, IL
 
"I thoroughly enjoyed my stay ~ so peaceful and comfortable."  ~  Akron, OH
 
"What a relaxing place to stay!  You've thought of everything and add top-notch friendliness ... we will return and will spread the word!"   ~   Monument, CO 
 
"A pleasure for us and a reminder to stop and 'smell the lilacs'."  ~  Ames, IA
 
"Charming accommodations!  We loved the special touches you have built into your comfortable rooms."   ~   Ainsworth, IA
 
"Exquisite taste and a feeling of rewarding the traveler for having chosen The Gallery Inn meet you as you enter the door at the top of the front stairs ... thanks for the serenity!"   ~  Chagrin Falls, OH
 
"Thanks for a wonderful stay in your lovely place.  I have enjoyed so much staying in the blue room and we have all spent time together in the sitting room.  This has indeed been a great pleasure ... our stay in Bishop Hill will always be part of our memory and something to think back on."  ~ Oslo, Norway
 
"What a delightful, peaceful haven you've created ~ thank you!  A lovely spot to celebrate 31 years of marriage!"  ~  Eureka, IL   
 
"A wonderful inn!  I've already e-mailed friends about what I call 'Americana' at its best.  This is definitely on our list of 'will do again'!"  ~  Cadillac, MI  
 
"You are amazing hosts!  Thank you for going the extra mile to make us feel so welcome ... we couldn't ask for anything more.  What a wonderful start to our marriage ... we will never forget our stay!"  ~   Watertown, TN
 
"Thank you so much for a delightful stay!  I'm so glad we found your inn."  ~  Peyton, CO 
 
"We loved our gal-pal weekend at The Gallery Inn!  Loved the restoration and everything was so clean and fresh.  Loved the historic building and the setting - we will be back!"  Coal Valley, IL
 
"Thanks for the lovely stay.  You've done a wonderful job on a rich piece of Bishop Hill history."  ~  Chicago, IL
 
"We could not be happier with our decision to stay at The Gallery Inn.  Not only was the location incredibly convenient, but you could not have been more accommodating hosts.  Thank you for going above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed - and more!"  ~   Mt. Zion, IL
 
"Congratulations on a beautiful restoration of an historic building.  You have created a handsome & comfortable refuge for those who seek peace and quiet."   Chicago, IL 
 
"Thank you for a wonderful stay in your beautiful place.  Your hospitality and warmth made us feel like long friends and this is a lovely town.  We hope to someday pass this way again and will visit you."  Harrison Township, MI
 
"What a fantastic inn ... hope to bring the rest of the family back here soon!"  ~  Madison, WI
 
"Congratulations to both of you for all that you have done to restore and furnish your inn so beautifully!  Thanks so very much for your gracious hospitality ... "  ~  Visalia, CA
 
"What an inviting site - to walk into such a cozy room after a long drive in the snow!  We thank you for your genuine hospitality."  Grand Blanc,  MI
 
"Thank you so much for a most needed, relaxing stay -  and for taking such good care of me.   I love your inn."  Sunnyvale, CA
 
"Now I have a new dream ... to return for another St. Lucia Night with my family.  Thank you for creating such a shelter from the harsher side of life in the beauty of Bishop Hill ... please keep the fire burning for us!"  Polk Swamp, SC
 
"What a charming place you have created - so warm and inviting - especially to sit in the parlor.  We enjoyed meeting you and learning a bit of your personal history and connection to the place.  Thank you for your gracious hospitality."     ~     Cleveland Heights, OH