Visit this ice cream barn in Pingree Grove, Illinois that makes the best dairy treats of the summer. Get a taste of nostalgia when you visit this timeless spot. Scroll on for more details.

In business since 2015, The Milk House Ice Cream in northern Illinois has two locations that serve the absolute best homemade dairy treats in the state. At the time of this writing, the Pingree Grove location is open for the season.

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This location shaped like a barn has been part of the same family since the late 1800s. It is the farm’s old milk house, which is part of the reason for the name of the establishment.

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The ice cream shop is known for its great service and memorable experiences. It’s hard to forget this giant red barn and matching giant rocking chair.

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Guests enjoy homemade hand-dipped ice cream that is made on-site. It comes in a variety of flavors like snickerdoodle, maple bourbon, key lime, butter pecan, peach, strawberry, and more.

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Treats typically come in cones and cups, and many visitors enjoy grabbing this ice cream by the pint or even by the quart. Specialty flavors are limited, so it is best to get them while you can.

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Sundaes, shakes, ice cream cakes, ice cream pies, ice cream cookie sandwiches, and much more abound at this ice cream barn. There’s always something new and exciting to try whether it’s a holiday or new season.

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It’s not summer for many locals until they’ve visited this extraordinary ice cream shop. It’s a vintage experience that everyone adores.

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The Milk House Ice Cream is open Monday through Friday between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. as well as Saturday and Sunday between 12 p.m. and 9 p.m., and you can get more details on its website or Facebook page. If you’ve ever been to this ice cream barn, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.

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Address: 230 Reinking Rd, Pingree Grove, IL 60140, USA