Property summary
This beautiful Victorian home is located in the historic town of Galena, Illinois, U.S.A. It is situated at the end of Park Avenue, which is walking distance from downtown Main Street, Galena. It is a turn key, fully operational 4 bedroom Bed and Breakfast, known as the Queen Anne Guest House. This Vintage American Home has been kept within its Victorian milieu with original home furnishings and decorative palette. There are 5 bedrooms and 6 full bathrooms. The third story hosts a large storage room and an inn keeper's quarters with a full bath and jetted tub. The second floor contains 4 bedrooms, all with their own full bathrooms. The Lady Ashley Room also boasts a 2 person jetted tub for relaxation. On the main floor, a front entrance opens to an impressive wooden staircase with a large screened-in porch to the side. Turn right into a double parlor with a large fireplace equipped with an alcohol gel insert. The second parlor connects to a family room with its own full bathroom. And a formal dining room presents itself off the parquet floored kitchen for easy access. The kitchen contains a Butler's entry staircase and access to the back of the house. All rooms have electric fireplaces and the home is equipped with an Ademco security system, pocket doors on the main level, an 8X12 foot storage shed in the back yard, a large wrap around porch, and full unfinished basement. The home maintains its original hardwood doors and floors, stained glass windows, headboards and claw-foot tubs. A turret on the third floor overlooks the Bueler Preserve, Galena River Trail and, for train enthusiasts, the train tracks that connect Galena and mid-America with Chicago to the East. The home can be used as a business or a single family home, giving the new owners open possibilities. Being sold 'as is' with furniture included.
The town of Galena is listed on the National Register of Historic Places in America. It was the home of President Ulysses S. Grant and eight Civil War Generals and developed as the largest steamboat hub on the mighty Mississippi River. It gets its name from the lead ore that has been mined for thousands of years. With early Native American, French, Farming, and Military influence, Galena is now one of the best small towns in America for tourism. Thousands of people from all over America and the world, annually visit its bustling streets, unique boutiques and savory restaurants. With a vibrant Art scene and dozens of events a year, including a very popular Halloween parade, Galena remains an absolute and cherished piece of American culture.
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Price 326,370 €
Price / sq metre: €/m² 1,004.22
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Reference:
101554