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Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room

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TV, fireplace, video-game console, DVD player
Indoor pool, a heated pool
TV, fireplace, video-game console, DVD player

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • 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.

Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room

Welcome to Timber Ridge, nestled in the woods on four secluded acres surrounded by green space. We are not Pet-Friendly!

*Enjoy Golf Benefits* Guests of this home have access to our Golf Membership at Eagle Ridge, which provides preferred rates and tee times at The General, The North Course, and The South Course! Contact us for details.

Explore the sprawling property with a stroll down "Miner's Way," a short trail along the wooded property. Spend the evening seated around the fire or take in the incredible starry skies while soaking in the 7-person hot tub. Enjoy hundreds of movies on the DVR for family movie night in our cozy "Cedar Theater," or stream your favorite shows on our Roku TVs.

The kids will love playtime at "Saplings"- their own secret playroom tucked under the stairs for tykes. Tweens & teens will love to escape to “Twigs” Game Room, located outside in the garage, features a 2-player electronic shootout basketball game, bumper pool, darts, mini shuffleboard, hook & ring, and a 2-joystick video game console loaded with 2,000+ arcade games (parents will love too)!

Timber Ridge offers guests plenty of quiet spaces to rest comfortably. There are 3 queen suites (Pine, Walnut & Oak) with private baths on each level of the home. The main level suite features a private balcony and attached nursery (Seedlings) with pack and play, changing table, baby gates & child-size stowaway cot. The spacious half bathroom on the main level accommodates a washer/dryer available for guest use. The lower level features two queen bedrooms (Hickory & Maple) that share a full bath, in addition to 2 sets of heavy-duty twin bunk beds (top bunks can support adults up to 300 lbs.) in Slumber Jacks bunk room, a semi-private space located just off the home theater. A queen sofa sleeper is in the theater too. 2 of the lower-level bedrooms have private access to the ground-level patio w/walkway to the hot tub.
The impressive great room, with a wood-burning fireplace, provides access to a large deck perfect for grilling and outdoor dining. The kitchen has everything you need to cook homemade meals for a crowd, including plenty of extra dishes to accommodate large groups. The dining room hosts a massive hand-crafted table with seating for 12 and access to the cozy screen porch.

You will have access to the GTA Owners Club while staying with us. The indoor pool is open year-round, and the outdoor pool is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The club is an exclusive amenity that can only be used by Galena Territory property owners and their guests. The Club includes an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor swimming pool w/slides, a kiddie pool, a fitness room, a game room, indoor/outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts, a seasonal snack bar, free WiFi, and an outdoor playground. Don't forget to visit Lake Galena, The Shenandoah Riding Center & hiking trails throughout the 6,800-acre property. Please remember that the use of amenities is NEVER guaranteed. We do not offer discounts or refunds due to their closure. Our cancellation policy is NOT flexible. We highly recommend travel insurance, which is offered at the time of booking and up until 15 days before check-in.

When you book a home with us, a 30% down payment is required; this is not a deposit. The full balance is due 14 days prior to check-in. If you cancel before the final payment is due, you will be refunded that payment with a cancellation fee of less than $35. At the 14-day mark, your final payment will be processed, the stay will become non-refundable, and dates cannot be adjusted. Please NOTE: You must sign an electronic rental agreement at the time of booking. We ask that this be signed and filed within 48 hours of receiving it to guarantee your reservation. You must be 25 or older when booking and present the entire stay. Check-in details are sent 3 days before your arrival to the email on file. Early check-in is never guaranteed and cannot be considered until the night before or the morning of your arrival. The check-in details will cover this process.

Property manager

Vacation Homes of Galena by A Great Escape!

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video game console
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 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

Property is also known as

1929-139198

About the neighborhood

Map
Galena, Illinois

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 6 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grant Home - 16 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 17 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Grant Park - 17 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 34 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galena Territory Owners' Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Galena Brewing - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room have a pool?

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

Is Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room located?

This family-friendly Galena vacation home is located in the mountains, 1.2 mi (2 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Linmar Gardens and Grant Park. West Street Sculpture Park and Grant Home are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

luann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Xmas 2024

We will book again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Great family vacation

This was our second year staying at this lovely home. There were eleven of us and we had plenty of room for all. We enjoyed the screen porch, large dining table, hot tub etc. We are looking forward to staying again next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Easter Weekend Family Getaway

Very private, clean, beautiful home! Plenty of activities for every age at the home. Nice to have pool access too! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

luann C.

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

Great place to stay

We all had a great time. The kitchen was well stocked and plenty of games. The play area snd sleeping area for small children was terrific. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha R.

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

Great time in Galena!

Our group had a blast. Love the Galena Territory and location of the house. Private lot and great kid/teen space.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W., Champaign IL

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

Great home!

Great home to entertain the kids and relax. Communication with the host was excellent… even in a blizzard!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonny B.

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

Amazing miner’s oasis!

Immaculate, as advertised, and perfect for our family of 10 (2 kids 4 and under). Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

11 Basswood Property - Galena

Very clean comfortable and spacious property. Enjoyed the Galena area sites & restaurants. Great location with access to the General Golf/Convenience Store & the Highland Restaurant/Lounge. We will likely return in the summer/fall time frame!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathleen f.

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

Timber Ridge, Galena

Wonderful house! Perfect family spot with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. Listened to the birds and enjoyed our coffee on the screened in porch each morning. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jhoon ‘Jake’ C.

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

Best VRBO EVER

This is one of the best VRBO properties you will ever stay at. It is charming, UBER clean, and you can tell that the owners were meticulous in the time that they put into this renovating this property. There is something to do for the entire family. I wish we could have stayed longer. Kudos to the owners!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Great place for a family vacation!

We had 12 family members staying at this lovely home! It was large enough to accommodate all of us. There was so much to see in this thoughtful 6 bedroom home. I especially liked the theater room and the screen porch! We will be going back soon I hope.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Absolutely great family fun!

Long Easter weekend was our Christmas gift to our family! The home was perfect for everyone, from the game room, to the hot tub, movie room, huge dining room table for family dinners, and our youngest granddaughter loved her "own crib" ( she's 2)! Very relaxing too! I can't say enough good things about this home! Great host too!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Basswood Lane was an amazing stay! We visited Galena and stayed at this home, which absolutely met all of our needs. When it came to the cleanliness and all the amenities, the house has to offer. It was a perfect home for all of our families. Downtown is a 15 minute drive and close to a bunch of shops and eatery in town. Weather came to the hot tub, the movie theater room or the amazing dining room table. All we did was laugh and enjoy our time at this house. Such a cool spot. All of our kids loved it and we created some great memories this weekend thank you for letting us stay at your home and I 10 out of 10. Recommend this house. PS this was also one of the first houses that I have ever been to that legit had everything that you have at your own home. Pots pans, utensils, you name it this house had it. Look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

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

Love Timber Ridge

This is the 5th year our family stayed at Timber Ridge to celebrate Christmas and we’ll keep coming back. The game room and Sapling room are great for keeping kids entertained. The home is secluded behind trees and has beautiful surroundings. The dining room and table is large enough for everyone. The beds are the most comfortable of any rental we’ve stayed at. Our family loves this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shawna H.

Multifamily dream location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our group had an absolutely excellent stay at Timber ridge! There were three families, all with small children and we did not feel short on space at any moment during our stay! There was plenty for all the kids to do, and space for the adults to be away from children while they were sleeping. The game room was super fun for everyone and the playroom under the stairs was so fun for our children of varying ages! We super appreciated the large enough table to be able to fit all of our guests and all of the accommodations made for even our littlest group member. Linda was very helpful during our stay and answered questions promptly. We had a wonderful experience and stay at Timber Ridge and would absolutely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Manish P.

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

Amazing Location

We enjoyed our stay thoroughly! Kitchen is small but workable. The bed mattress needs to be replaced. The heating in upstair room is less but manageable. No shampoo/body wash in bathrooms..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M., Bloomington, MN

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

Sooooooo PERFECT!!!

Our extended family of 11 (4 - 69) LOVED our long weekend together at Timber Ridge!!! The 5 kids had fun with ALL the special spots…the Secret Store, the Game Room, the Movie Theater, the Fire Pit and the Hot Tub!!! Lots of spaces for the adults to relax in as well. We were enchanted by the history of the home and all the little touches that went into creating such a unique getaway haven. We were all sad when it was time to ring the bell and say good-bye…..but we’ll be back for sure!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Great Getaway

Our family of 8 adults and 4 kids, aged 7-11, had a wonderful weekend. It was too cold for outdoor activity but there was lots to keep everybody entertained in the roomy house and separate game room. We were gathering for a late Christmas celebration and were happy to see the Christmas tree and decorations around the house. We contacted the service for early check-in, and again with a problem with the game room door lock, and our concerns were handled quickly and courteously. We would consider using this house again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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2/10 Terrible

edward m.

Great home for a golf trip!

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is was an annual golf trip to Galena. We haven't stayed at the same home twice until we found this one!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne W.

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

Christmas get-away with the extended family

This was the perfect setting for my family's Christmas celebration. Three days of rest, games, and laughter. Plus shopping in Galena! The home suited our needs perfectly. Very clean and spacious. Only downside was the Internet speed. Would have loved to have used the theater room more, but the slow speed kept us from watching anything there. Excellent job on that room, by the way. I managed a small theater in my twenties and loved seeing the splicer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

Simply The Best~!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a wonderful vacation - and it all started with this wonderful home. Honestly; clean, cute, well stocked, plenty of room, did I mention so well appointed?? The grounds are spectacular. Just beautiful. Very responsive staff. Just couldn't be better. Simply loved it. Re-booking soon.......~!!
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia G.

Timber Ridge Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was the perfect place for a family of 12 to enjoy the area of Galena. The various rooms allowed for family to find a place for their own needs as well as the living room that allowed for all of us to gather together. The game room and toy area under the stairs was a hit with the children along with the movie theatre. The screened in porch was a perfect place to begin the morning with the sunrise. The owners have made this place feel like home and we appreciate them opening it up for rental for us to enjoy.
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10/10 Excellent

Fall weekend at Timber Ridge Galend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were lucky with perfect fall weather last weekend and the perfect property to enjoy it. The new family room furniture and outdoor deck furniture were greatly appreciated and enjoyed. The game room and movie room are favorites of my grandchildren:) We enjoyed hiking in the beautiful wooded areas, s'mores at the firepit, tennis games, and of course the quaintness of Galena.I also appreciate how well stocked the kitchen and bathrooms are, but I would make a suggestion about perhaps replacing the cookie sheets in the bottom drawer of the stove. This was our second visit and we will be back!!!
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10/10 Excellent

The Posse rides again!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love the Timber Ridge Home. It is perfect for our group. The first floor master suite was just what we needed. We have been friends for over fifty years and we have a couple of ladies with mobility issues. We started with dinner at the Log Cabin. We cook and laugh and talk, and have plentiful cocktails. We have a spa day and a shopping day. We binge watched Bridgerton this year. We enjoy reading about the owners journey in creating this lovely home. Glad they chose to share it. This is our third girls trip to Galena. We will be back in 2022!
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10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

A hidden gem

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely awesome, something for everyone, loved the decor and all the comforts of home.., you thought if everything to make our time together as a family perfect! We can’t thank you enough. We will definitely be back again