See the Gold in Goldmoor Inn

Aaron's Cottages & The Goldmoor has changed its name to Goldmoor Inn & Dining. They have a new website full of beautiful photos with some great new amenities: http://www.goldmoor.com/ And they have a Facebook page you  can visit and "like": https://www.facebook.com/goldmoorinn

Here's a youtube from one of the previous innkeepers from 2011, but shows some great views: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Me1a-jTTVo
Here's a more  recent youtube from Feb. 2014
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFq7kqNssk4

Birgit and Slobo Radin are the new innkeepers.

After over 25 years of leading exciting hospitality careers for leading hotels and resorts across the globe, Birgit and Slobo Radin chose a new path of fulfillment. They conducted an extensive search around the nation for a special Inn into which they could pour their passion for extraordinary service and hospitality. 

Originally from Germany, Birgit and Slobo share a life-long love of travel, gourmet cuisine and meeting people from different cultures. Having trained under the exacting methods of European schools and perfecting their individual skills in professional assignments across three continents, Birgit and Slobo now proudly call this lovely Inn in the heart of the Midwest “home.” 

While Birgit focuses her energy and talents on leading exceptional guest services and hotel management, Slobo shines in food and beverage conceptualization and operations. Together, they are dedicated to ensuring The Goldmoor Inn is without a doubt the best choice for guests seeking an unforgettable experience and magical getaway. 

Lots of new updates that I hope you enjoy.

Original Post  from 2007

This BnB (along with delicious recipes and wonderful stories) is featured in Sunrise Sunset Across America, Bed & Breakfast cookbook. Purchase it by clicking on the link in the upper sidebar. Click on the review to read more about it.

The Colony Hospital BnB in Bishop Hill, IL

The Colony Hospital Bed and Breakfast welcomes you to a warm and inviting island of peace and tranquility. Nestled in a tiny country village (117 residents), once the site of a Swedish communal society, The Colony Hospital Bed and Breakfast is the perfect setting for romantic getaways or a weekend mini vacation.

Built in 1855 as their hospital by the pioneering Swedish colonists, it has been lovingly restored, but with the comfort and conveniences of modern times added. We celebrated the 150th anniversary of the Colony Hospital last year. Charming in its simplicity, The Colony Hospital Bed and Breakfast has five cozy guest rooms (three suites), each with its own private bath and decorated with furnishings reminiscent of the colony era. Choose your favorite bath: walk-in shower, old-fashioned clawfoot tub or double whirlpool Jacuzzi tub. Four of our guest rooms are located on the first floor with one additional suite on the second floor.

Open year round for a midweek or weekend getaway, The Colony Hospital Bed and Breakfast is located within easy driving distance of the Chicago area (3 hours), Peoria, Bloomington, Galesburg, Springfield, Macomb, the Quad Cities and eastern Iowa. Our B&B is the only lodging in Bishop Hill and the only country inn in the area.
We are also only minutes away from Good’s Furniture in Kewanee, one of Illinois’ state parks (Johnson Sauk Trail), the Hennepin Canal, Victorian Geneseo, Knox College and many other attractions and varied activities.

Take the time to rock in our comfy rockers on our famous back porch or to watch our beautiful country sunsets (especially from the Anders Bergland second story screened porch – the best view in all of the village) or stargaze into the pitch-black night. Relax, read, visit, play games or just unwind in our inviting library or snuggle up in front of the fire in the wood-burning stove. Do be sure to ask about our special "

Dry Hydromassage" therapy.

Innkeepers: Judith & Lowell Gilbert

Recipes included in the cookbook: Swedish Scones, Swedish Brownies.

This BnB (along with delicious recipes and wonderful stories) is featured in Sunrise Sunset Across America, Bed & Breakfast cookbook. Purchase it by clicking on the link in the upper sidebar. Click on the review to read more about it.

The Goldmoor Inn in Galena, IL

The Goldmoor Inn and Aaron's Cottages and Cabins, are high atop the bluffs overlooking the majestic Mississippi River south of historic Galena, Illinois. This luxury country inn and bed and breakfast offers unparalleled accommodations, sumptuous breakfast and the very finest in gracious hospitality. The Goldmoor, has a rich history stemming from the riverboat days and leading to its present day state.

Whether you're visiting Galena, Illinois, for a brief getaway or a longer vacation, The Goldmoor staff is here to serve your every need. Solitude, fresh air, and magnificent scenery await you when visiting "Galena's Premier Guest Retreat."

You will soon realize by staying with us at the The Goldmoor, what makes us the top-rated Inn in the state of Illinois. We're proud of our "finishing touches" that set us apart from many other properties in the Midwest. We offer a complete host of amenities, from European terry robes in every unit to the complimentary use of mountain bikes, heated towel bars and free room service for breakfast.

Stroll, swing, hike or bike ... whatever activity you choose at The Goldmoor, you will be surrounded by lush woods, beautifully landscaped grounds, and the ever present breathtaking view of the Mississippi! Loll in the old wooden swing atop the hill, take an adventurous bike ride, or relax in the comfortable lounge chairs. Take time to stop and smell the roses on the lovely Goldmoor grounds.

Innkeepers: Jim & Patricia Goldthorpe.

Try their deliecious Potatoes & Ham Supreme recipe included in the cookbook.

This BnB (along with delicious recipes and wonderful stories) is featured in Sunrise Sunset Across America, Bed & Breakfast cookbook. Purchase it by clicking on the link in the upper sidebar. Click on the review to read more about it.