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Charming & Cozy 2BR Cottage | Fireplace | Dog-Friendly | Amenity Access

Lakefront cottage with a fitness center and an indoor pool

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Indoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books, printers
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
An adjacent golf course, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Charming & Cozy 2BR Cottage | Fireplace | Dog-Friendly | Amenity Access. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like boating and kayaking at this cottage. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and a gym are available to all guests.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms88 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Charming & Cozy 2BR Cottage | Fireplace | Dog-Friendly | Amenity Access

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Welcome to Carol's Cottage, where you'll discover a charming and comfortable home that captures your heart from the moment you arrive.

On the main floor, you’ll find cozy living space and kitchen along with one bedroom. The main level is open and modern, featuring a wood-burning fireplace, smart TV, and a large sofa and side chairs. The sofa is a sleeper bed, offering additional sleeping arrangements. The open kitchen design ensures that everyone can socialize together without feeling separated. On the second floor, the primary bedroom features a king-sized bed and ensuite bathroom. Bed linens and towels are provided for the max occupancy of the home (Carol's Cottage has a max occupancy of 6). Laundry is available in the home during your stay, located upstairs.

During the warmer months, step out onto the deck from the living room to enjoy the wooded backdrop while sipping on a glass of wine and grilling up a BBQ feast on the gas grill. Carol's Cottage is dog-friendly (hypo-allergenic only) - a maximum of two dogs weighing up to 30 lbs each. A $150 dog fee applies.

Conveniently situated just minutes from Eagle Ridge Resort, the newly expanded Stonedrift Spa, Lake Galena, and scenic walking/running trails, Carol's Cottage offers the ideal retreat. Our guests also have access to The Galena Territory Owner's Club amenities, with six access cards provided for use of indoor and outdoor swimming pools, basketball, pickleball, and tennis courts, Lake Galena, and the Marina; select amenities may have an additional fee. While Eagle Ridge Resort amenities are reserved for their guests, our guests are welcome to enjoy Eagle Ridge's public golf courses, spa, and dining options available at the resort.

Carol's Cottage is a short drive to all of the golf courses (South, North, East, and The General), a four-minute drive to the Country Store, a seven-minute drive to the Owners Club (featuring indoor/outdoor pools, a fitness center, tennis and basketball courts, and a game room), a 10-minute drive to Downtown Galena, Piggly Wiggly, and Walmart for any necessary essentials.

Please note that we highly advise purchasing travel insurance for your trip, as we do not have a Covid or weather cancellation policy.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 950 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Up to 2 dogs max & hypoallergenic only ($150 dog fee). No Smoking of any kind. Guests must be 25 years or older to book. The primary
renter must agree to and e-sign (w/in 48 hours) the rental agreement, sent separately, and upload picture of State issued ID. Primary renter
must also be at the home for the entire rental period. Subject to cancellation if not signed within 48 hours. Treat this home as you'd treat your own.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Up to 2 dogs max and 30 lbs or less

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Grant Home - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Old Market House - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 26 min drive - 26.7 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Grape Escape - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming & Cozy 2BR Cottage | Fireplace | Dog-Friendly | Amenity Access have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming & Cozy 2BR Cottage | Fireplace | Dog-Friendly | Amenity Access?

As of 13 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming & Cozy 2BR Cottage | Fireplace | Dog-Friendly | Amenity Access on 16 November 2025 start from $270.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Charming & Cozy 2BR Cottage | Fireplace | Dog-Friendly | Amenity Access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Charming & Cozy 2BR Cottage | Fireplace | Dog-Friendly | Amenity Access located?

Located in The Galena Territory, this golf cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, Grant Home, and Grant Park. Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Charming & Cozy 2BR Cottage | Fireplace | Dog-Friendly | Amenity Access Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage itself was great! It is a bit out of the way- It is also an HOA with many amenities, but they are miles away. We had some trouble navigating where to find the needed parking pass to utilize the amenities. The cottage is nestled among several other little cottages. Nice place, Galena is a lot of fun with very kind people!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house, great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Fantastic few days!

The Settlement home was perfect for us. You walk in the front door and immediately you get a wonderfully warm feeling! Everything was sparkling clean and convenient... comfortable couch, and great variety on the television, full size kitchen, and great small deck with table, chairs, and a very clean grill! My husband is handicapped so we used the first floor bedroom/bath which was perfect for us. There is a huge bedroom on the second floor, large bathroom with tub and shower, and full sized washer and dryer. WOW! And did I mention the ease of booking and dealing with the management? Things went very smoothly, questions answered immediately etc. I recommend you book ASAP if you know your dates as it fills up quickly. We are returning in the fall!

10/10 Excellent

Kathy U.

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

Galena Balloon Race

Cottage was beautiful and clean. Showers were awesome with good water pressure and shower heads high enough for taller people. Everyone in the group was in agreement we would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

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

Wonderful stay!

We can’t wait to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

Galena retreat

The house was excellent. Clean. Beds were nice. Shower great. Great area to walk and close to town. Didn’t really use the kithchen much as we only had a couple days and wanted to experience the Galena restaurants. :) Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Winter getsway

I would recommend this VRBO home to all. This home was beautiful , and had everything we needed to make our stay wonderful. The area was easily accessible and quiet. The booking process was a breeze and the owners were thoughtful by checking to make sure everything was to our liking. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Sweet little cottage

Very cozy with all amenities you need. Very close to activities in galena. Appreciated being dog friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki Y.

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

Adorable!

Carol’s Cottage is adorable. Cute and quaint and cozy! We had a great stay and would definitely rent again. Looked exactly like the pictures. The property was clean, the beds were comfortable and it had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025