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Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a fitness center

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Marina
Outdoor spa tub
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Nestled on a beautiful wooded lot, Wooded Retreat offers comfortable living across 3 levels for up to 10 guests. Enjoy quality time together in the open-plan kitchen, dining room and cozy family room with a wood burning fireplace. Relax in the private bedrooms or unwind outside by the wood burning fire pit or NEW Outdoor Hot Tub.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10197 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Gym

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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.

Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly

**Pet-Friendly Wooded Retreat** is just 5.5 miles from Downtown Galena and 3 miles from the GTA Owners Club, nestled in a serene wooded lot near Thunder Bay Falls. Accommodating up to 10 guests (9 in beds), the home features three levels of comfortable living.

*Golf Benefits: Guests have access to our Eagle Ridge Golf Membership with preferred rates and tee times at The General, The North Course and the South Course! Contact us for details.

Upon entering, you'll find a bright living room with a cathedral ceiling, open to the kitchen and dining area. Enjoy the cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace (wood provided) and a flat-screen cable TV. The dining area is well-stocked for entertaining, with direct access to a grill on the deck and a screened porch with seating for six. The main level includes a primary bedroom with a king bed and a jetted tub. Upstairs, a private bedroom with an ensuite bathroom offers solitude, while the lower level includes two additional bedrooms—one with a queen bed and the other with three twin beds—along with a full bathroom. A high chair and pack & play are available (bring bedding). The family room also has a game table, air hockey, and access to the new outdoor hot tub, plus an outdoor fire pit with firewood provided. Pet friendly homes do require a $150 pet fee.

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 Memorial Day through Labor Day. The club is an exclusive amenity that can be used by only Galena Territory property owners and their guests. The Owners' 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 and hiking trails throughout the 6,800-acre property. Disclaimer: You may not have enough cards for your entire group. Guest passes can be purchased for just $5 a day at the GTA admin office or pool entrance, staying with us grants you access, it may not be free. Please remember usage of the amenities is NEVER guaranteed. We do not discount or refund due to their closure.

Our cancellation policy is NOT flexible, we highly recommend travel insurance. Travel insurance is offered at the time of booking and up until 15 days before check-in. The provider is CSA. When you book a home with us we will require 30% down, this is a payment not a deposit. The full balance is due 14 days before check-in. If you cancel prior to the 14 days you will receive the first payment less a $35 cancellation fee. At the 14 day mark your stay will become non-refundable and dates cannot be adjusted. Your payments will automatically be processed to the card you place on file at the time of booking. Your rental agreement (sent after booking) will reflect the due dates and amounts.

Please Note: You will be required to sign an electronic rental agreement at the time of booking, we ask this be signed and filed within 48 hours of receiving 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. This includes the home's address, the access code, and other pertinent home/area information. 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 amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,116 square feet

Similar properties

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

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

Access methods

Access code

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 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

Vrbo Property
Wooded Quiet Cozy! Screened Porch Fireplace Gas Grill Fire Pit!
1929-168225

About the neighborhood

Map
Galena, Illinois

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Grant Home - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Grant Park - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Old Market House - 12 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Grape Escape - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly have a pool?

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

Is Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly located?

This family-friendly Galena vacation home is located in the mountains, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Linmar Gardens and Grant Park. West Street Sculpture Park and Grant Home are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was as advertised and we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect set-up for us and very clean & comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoyed our stay here. We enjoyed the hot tub, deck, and screened porch, but the weather was too hot for us to try the firepit. Maybe if we come back in the fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

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

Comfortable and Relaxing

We stayed 3 nights, very comfortable and peaceful. All the amenities we needed. Close to Galena. Lots of opportunities re: Owners club,horseback riding and many more!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all arrived Sunday late afternoon! It was our first visit but all the directions were well marked. We all were able to have space and yet enjoy common space. The air hockey table was a huge extra for our 8 year old . The owners club was a real positive. We did an arts and craft with our 5 year old. The adults enjoyed the pool and game room. Also pups enjoyed the 3 season room and their walks. We left on Wednesday.
Arts and crafts
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Great place

House was nice, exactly as expected. Communication was clear with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara W., North Liberty

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

Just what we needed

Plenty of space, nice location, quiet and beautiful neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

David E.

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

Family Getaway

House was lovely, beds comfortable, Great location Would be nice to have couch in basement and TV did not work in basement.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Getaway Weekend

Very clean, very well maintained and stocked home. Three couples visited for a Friendsgiving getaway. Perfect setup with bedrooms and bathrooms. Kitchen had all we needed to make our feast. Would consider again, if visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

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

Beautiful Home

Our family enjoyed this beautiful home. Space for all, plenty of table space for eating and playing games. We made use of the passes to spend time at the pools. We hope to come back in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Had a Wonderful Time!

Our party of 4 adults had a wonderful time over a long weekend. The kitchen was equipped well enough that we easily cooked several meals. Each morning was spent enjoying coffee & conversation on the screened porch. We would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Late holiday family time

Looked like a snowy fairy land . The walkway and drive were just shoveled and the roads were fairly clear for being in the territories. Had a blast in the hot tub even with the below freezing temps.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kati S.

Great mini 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: Our stay at the Wooded Retreat was wonderful. The house was clean and tidy. There was more than enough room for just two of us. The hot tub worked great and was a highlight of our stay. The living room furniture was very comfortable and cozy. We also enjoyed relaxing on the screened in porch. There were plenty of dishes, pots and pans. Be sure to bring foil, ziplocs, and/or Saran Wrap for storing leftover food. The house was located in a quiet area and is very close to walking paths and the waterfall. Our contact was easy to get ahold of. We really had a great time in Galena Territory!
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10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Galena Weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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: Property was adequate. Bedrooms were very comfortable; our granddaughters loved the room with 3 beds. The hot tub was a treat on a cold night. The area was beautiful for walking.One negative was that we did not have enough passes to the Owner's Club for everyone in our party even though I had indicated how many were coming. Also, we found toys, dried Play Doh and chewed gum under beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and comfortable. Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corbitt G.

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

Great weekend

A great location for our annual retiree motorcycle trip. Very nice place with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

harlan w.

Too hot to handle

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Due to the warmer weather and location of the bedrooms. House was very uncomfortable, too cold downstairs and too hot upstairs. Lots of broken blinds and nothing to block skylight sun in bedroom.

8/10 Good

Sharon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house. Everything you need for your stay. Close to town. This is a dog friendly house, so I brought my Golden Retriever. There is a private home next door, with an invisible fence for their dog. Beware tho, that dog knows how to get past it. The dog came onto the property, I was staying at and nipped my dog. This happened twice. My dog was on a leash. I did contact the host about this.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Comfortable beds. Clean hot tub. Clean grill. Plenty of cooking and dining utensils.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice Y.

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

Our Galena Getaway

Our family was celebrating my nieces 30th birthday and spending time with my nephew’s new baby. I can’t say enough about what a wonderful time we all had!The house was perfect,it accommodated everyone perfectly and there was so much space to be away from each other if needed. We used everything, from the hot tub, fire pit and the poker table! The screened in porch was like sitting in a tree house! We wished we could stay longer because we didn’t want to leave such a wonderful place!We definitely would rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

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

Great layout with everything you need for aa relaxing getaway!

Plenty of privacy, clean, nice floorplan, plenty of things to do if the weather isn't cooperating right within the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

J. Michael H.

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

Great property

Weekend getaway to celebrate my daughter's birthday with her and the grandkids
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

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

Enjoyed the place

Fun time
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Deborah c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Don’t rent if you just want a hot tub.

Property itself is an av
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

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

Great weekend skiing

Location was great and plenty of room.Nice house but had not been cleaned very well from last guests. There was confetti dotted around the floor, the kitchen table and countertops were not clean and there was a lot of pet hair on the rugs and carpets.Nevertheless, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025