Step back in time.
Felt Manor was built circa 1850 by wealthy merchant Lucius Felt and his wife Catherine. Conveniently located just blocks from Galena's historic main street, Felt Manor rises prominently above its surroundings at the top of ‘Quality Hill.'
With three distinctive and historic accommodations, guests of The Inn at Felt Manor are invited to slow down, step back in time, and savor the moment.
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The Manor
Felt Manor, built circa 1850 by wealthy merchant Lucius Felt and his wife Catherine, is currently undergoing an extensive restoration. The goal of the restoration is to maintain the home's original architecture while making necessary updates and repairs.
The first floor is comprised of four impressive rooms including a library, parlor, sitting room, and cafe. When the restoration is complete, guests in the main house will have their choice of five spacious and beautiful guest rooms featuring original marble sinks and updated en-suite bathrooms.
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The Coach House
Awarded the prestigious 2018 Galena Historic Preservation Award, the Coach House combines rustic charm and modern amenities. Perfect for families, couples, and groups of friends.
The 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Coach House sleeps up to 6 guests, has a private entranc, a kitchenette, under-counter refrigerator with complimentary beverages, microwave oven, and a table that seats six. The large living area has a queen sleeper sofa, gas fireplace, Samsung smart TV with streaming apps, and high-speed internet. Private deck with stunning views. Make this your next Galena getaway!
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The Stable Studio
The Stable Studio is a newly renovated one-bedroom ADA-accessible guest room that sleeps two. This large guest suite has a private entrance next to its own reserved parking space, a queen bed, and a large accessible bathroom that includes a curbless shower with two shower heads. Room amenities include a Samsung smart TV with streaming apps, compact refrigerator/freezer with complimentary beverages, and Keurig coffee maker. All this and more, just a short distance to historic downtown Galena.
Originally the stable for Felt Manor, the Stable Studio combines original rustic features with gorgeous new high-end finishes.
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History
Felt Manor was built in 1850 by Lucius Felt and his wife Catherine. Mr. Felt owned a dry goods store on Galena's Main Street and was a friend of Ulysses S. Grant, who received a hero’s welcome when he returned home to Galena following the end of the Civil War.
The home was originally built in the Greek Revival style and remodeled in 1874 to the very fashionable Second Empire style, adding the iconic mansard roof that can be seen from across town. During this renovation, the third-floor attic was converted into a grand ballroom with two adjoining parlors that the Felts used for entertaining.
The double stone staircase connecting the home to Prospect Street was added in the 1860s and is listed with the Library of Congress as a National Historic Landmark. Dubbed ‘Felt's Folly' by locals, Lucius Felt spent an impressive $40,000 to have the steps carved into the limestone hillside, at a price that would be equivalent to over $1.3 million today.
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