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Getaway Galena Home walking distance to downtown

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Getaway Galena Home walking distance to downtown

This home is walking distance to the historic downtown area. Built in the 1840s this home has all the charm of the past with all the convenience of modern day. Comfortably sleeps 4. This is our getaway home in a very quiet neighborhood. Photos do not do it justice. WiFi is available along with 3 smart TVs. With all there is to see and do I doubt you will be watching TV.
The space
This is a beautiful miners home that has been restored. Escape all hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Guest access
If you care to venture to Dubuque, IA... you can enjoy a 10% discount at Float and Fly Wellness Studio which is 13 miles from this property. Host can arrange all appointments as you are a VIP. Enjoy float therapy, massage, infrared sauna and aerial yoga in historic downtown Dubuque.

Property manager

Tanya Billmeyer

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Old Market House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dowling House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grant Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grant Home - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Getaway Galena Home walking distance to downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Getaway Galena Home walking distance to downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Getaway Galena Home walking distance to downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Getaway Galena Home walking distance to downtown located?

Situated in Galena, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Old Market House, Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum, and Dowling House. Linmar Gardens and Old Blacksmith Shop are also within 10 minutes.

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Getaway Galena Home walking distance to downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Perfect place to stay in Galena.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Galena shops and hills

A very nice older home with a beautiful and comfortable porch with a view.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Property was beautiful and conveniently located! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

We look forward to our annual weekend in Galena. We loved this house! It has the perfect location which allows a short walk to downtown. We look forward to returning to this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

penny k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Galena Colonial cozy home

It was beautiful. Beds were so comfortable Cozy sweet home with a beautiful yard. Walking distance to town. One of my favorite places I've stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

The house was very cozy, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay for a girls trip

We had a great time, really enjoyed the house. We even had a deer walking through the backyard Saturday evening! The house had everything we needed. We did have an issue with the front outside light not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Inger W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

2 Friends plus a mouse

2 Mom friends traveled to historic Galena for the weekend. The house was lovely but we did end up sharing it with a kitchen mouse. Also we were not able to log into our TV subscriptions successfully. Safe walkable neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun girls weekend!!

We had a great time here! location was great, comfortable beds, we had 2 cars and easy street parking for the 2nd. There was a cozy hangout spot on the main level, just a perfect house for a girls weekend. Very clean and lots of character.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GT

Nice place. Stairs to lower level a little scary. Would not be ok for someone with knee or hip problems. There were a few other surprises that were my fault because I did not read the description well enough. Overall, it was a fun place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing little historic home in a quiet neighborhood.

We had a great stay! The home was built in the 1800's if I remember correctly from the guest book. It has been updated with all the modern amenities and is very cozy! It is beautifully maintained with lots of culture for the time-period. This is a 3-story cottage and if you walk to town, it's all uphill on the way back. So, if you can't do stairs, this isn't for you. We are 50 and fairly active so the stairs weren't a problem for us. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

ROLAND K., La Crosse

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute but tight

The place was a little smaller than expected and so somewhat tight for 4 adults. Bathrooms were a bit uncomfortable. Overall, an okay stay, cozy, but tight.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daven C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful 5 days

My adult son and I try to take a a small-scale road trip together every Spring. This past week, we built so many new memories, in great part due to this wonderful property. It’s super-clean, with character and an historical ambience. We found so much to do in the Galena area, including nearby towns and the Galena River Trail. Coming “home” each evening to this cozy place was a comforting feeling after each very active day. My son, who has a developmental disability due to childhood stroke, savored every minute of our week and loved making up stories about who you used to live in the house and stories behind many of the objects there. And I certainly cherished every moment with him. This house had a lot to do with a very memorable week, and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

janice k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Galena home

It is a beautiful little home. But they should be more clear about the second bedroom is in the basement . The kids were suppose to stay in that room but the door has glass windows and can be broke in easily . There is no dead bolt. We are city people and did not feel that this house was secure. I ended up in the basement bedroom and I was even scared.It doesn’t have a window shade so anyone can see in. I will make sure the next house has security system or stay in hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
The host tried blaming us for a tv that had fell off the wall mount while we were already gone and checked out. So not too sure if that actually happened or if she made it look that way. Also the tv that fell was stated that it was a smart tv and it was not. It was also not working when we got there. The downstairs bedroom has crystals and other things growing on the walls. I had to message the host after check in time for the information to get into the place. Also if you are tall, bad place for you because the house has very short ceilings. It is an old and gorgeous home and we had the best time with our little getaway to Galena but the host made things more difficult. The neighbor was the friendliest lady as well! I would love to give 5 stars but make sure to report any damages or anything not working when first arriving to ensure the host doesn’t try blaming you. Just a warning! Also the dreaded hill that people talk about is definitely a thing. If you are not in shape I don’t recommend walking up and down the hill.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

TONY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice historic house Has charm Also stairs Little challenge for elderly folks The town is fun
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rae Ann N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

My best friend and I utilized this property for our annual girls weekend. The pictures did not do it justice! This is an absolutely beautiful property and the gardens and backyard were gorgeous. Upon our arrival, we were greeted by two fans and a doe in the backyard! The home decor was amazing and you felt like you were taking a step back in time with all the historical decor. The location was awesome and just a few blocks away from downtown. We had so much fun on our journeys walking back-and-forth to and from downtown. Definitely don’t wear any shoes with heels for the trek and be prepared for some exercise! We learned our lesson the first night. It is absolutely beautiful property and we cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Nice place steep hill back up from main
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Galena Gem

First time visitor to Galena and loved this house and the town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

peaceful getaway

We had a very peaceful & enjoyable weekend. You can walk down to town to get a GREAT lower body workout as downhill there & uphill back!! Back yard is nice to sit, relax, have a drink and talk!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Galino Stay

Beautiful place. All you needed was there. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023