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Stunning views, amazing gathering spaces, hot tub

Lakefront vacation home with an outdoor pool and an indoor pool

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Galena Territory retreat offers a cozy escape. Enjoy the view of Driftless Region from the deck or unwind by the fireplace while hanging out with loved ones. Plus, take advantage of amenities like indoor and outdoor pools, world-class golf courses, Lake Galena for boating and fishing.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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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.

Stunning views, amazing gathering spaces, hot tub

Bring your family or friends to enjoy this lovely retreat in the Galena Territory. Step out to the deck to enjoy the stunning view of the Driftless Region any season whether dining, relaxing in the hot tub, roasting marshmallows, or star gazing.

Lower level (entry level) houses 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom, along with laundry facilities. The larger bedroom has both a queen bed and a sleeper sofa.

The upper level features open concept living, dining and kitchen spaces plus a third bedroom and full bathroom. Relax around the fireplace and just hang out together.

The kids will love the loft for playing games and hanging out. The loft also houses a futon for an additional sleeping option. What kid wouldn't want to sleep in the "tree house?"

Please note: we're situated on a hill side, set into a bluff. That means stunning views but it also means LOTS of steps!

We are pet friendly with a $50 pet fee for additional cleaning often needed when furry friends come along. Please be sure to add pets to your reservation and the fee will be added.

Relax with our easy check in and check out process - no long list of things to do before leaving.

Of course, as guests of the Galena Territory, you have access to all of the amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, world-class golf courses, Lake Galena for boating and fishing, and horseback riding. Historic downtown Galena is just 10 minutes away.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

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

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pickleball court
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Note: Lots of steps so use caution with toddlers

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the neighborhood

Located in The Galena Territory, a neighborhood in Galena, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. Old Market House and Dowling House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Horseshoe Mound. Traveling with kids? Consider Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Galena travel guide
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Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Grant Home showing a house and heritage elements
    Grant Home
    14 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Galena featuring a house, heritage elements and heritage architecture
    Belvedere Mansion
    14 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Galena featuring heritage elements, a garden and military items
    Grant Park
    14 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Old Market House featuring a house and heritage elements
    Old Market House
    15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery
    16 min drive
  • Fried Green Tomatoes
    16 min drive
  • Durty Gurt's
    16 min drive
  • Galena Brewing Company
    16 min drive
  • The Grape Escape
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning views, amazing gathering spaces, hot tub have a pool?

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

Is Stunning views, amazing gathering spaces, hot tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning views, amazing gathering spaces, hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning views, amazing gathering spaces, hot tub?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning views, amazing gathering spaces, hot tub located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, Linmar Gardens, and West Street Sculpture Park. Grant Park and Old Blacksmith Shop are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Stunning views, amazing gathering spaces, hot tub Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

philip k.

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

Nice place!

Good view, comfortable home!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lo L.

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

So relaxing

Absolutely love the Galena area and the property. Sarah made staying so easy and welcoming. Everything is posted and labeled, including useful information like locations of nearby stores, etc. Beautiful space and easy to access.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Excellent property, wonderful host

This is just what I needed for a retreat for a couple of days. Very peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Girls Weekend

Plenty of sleeping spaces, great table for games and cards, beautiful views and accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Great Girls Trip

The house was so quiet and relaxing. The views are amazing. Close enough to activities in Galena.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Beautiful views and location.

A quick family trip. Pictures are accurate and communication was top notch. House was clean and as described. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H.

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

Should have stayed longer!

A wonderful stay and awesome neighborhood. The views are so beautiful. So many touches were appreciated from simple hand and dish soap to labeled drawers and cupboards. We wished we would have stayed longer. Galena is a beautiful, fun town!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret O.

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

Wonderful Home

We had a nice visit to Galena. The home is beautiful, clean and the hostess was very responsive. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

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

Beautiful Galena Property

This was a great location not far from Downtown Galena. My family and I enjoyed the beautiful view with the changing fall colors. Sarah was very responsive and provided everything we could need for our stay. I would stay here again without hesitation!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

aaron h.

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

Birthday getaway.

Amazing property with views for days. House was clean and had all the necessities you could want. Definitely will be renting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Beyond blessed

Home was amazing. View was outstanding. We could feel the love and joy inside of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise P., Arlington Heights

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

Great place

Such a great home. Very clean, and the bed my husband and I slept on was super comfortable. Communication was great with Sarah and she was able to accommodate a special request of ours. Thank you. Would love to stay here again if I come to Galena.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Fall Galena Getaway

We loved the very peaceful setting in this area, so pretty. The deck was great for just sitting and enjoying the wonderful views . Also, we liked that we could let our dog out on deck with us to roam free with us blocking the steps with chairs. Beds were very comfortable and it was nice to have the downstairs for other family to have privacy. Sarah was very good at making sure everything was okay with our stay. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy F.

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

Great Weekend Family Getaway

The property offered all the comforts of home and a great view. Nice open main floor plan and well equipped kitchen. Instructions and labels were so helpful and thoughtful. The close by owners club was a big hit for basketball and game room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly L.

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

Perfect place for a girls trip!

This home exceeded our expectations! It was immaculately clean and decorated adorably for Christmas. We really appreciated all of the attention to detail with the QR codes making it easy to look up everything from the thermostat instructions to how to operate the fireplace! The beds were very comfortable and the home was well stocked. We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

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

Summer 2024

Property is really amazing. They have thought of everything one would need to stay and be comfortable- condiments, coffee, s’more fixings, just all the little things. Home is nicely labeled so you can find things. Love the deck with amazing views! Love the location for enjoying the owners club. Perfect place to unwind!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan L.

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

Galena rental with spectacular views

The house was clean and well furnished. Wonderful views of the hilly, wooded countryside with plenty of wildflowers and serenading songbirds. The only real issue was that due to the house being located on a hillside, all the stairs were steep which was a bit challenging for folks in their 70’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiara C.

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

Amazing home!

Sarah’s place was beautiful! My family loved the home and we had such a great time. Thank you for responding to all my questions in a timely manner. The labeling throughout the home was very helpful and I highly recommend this home to anyone visiting galena. It was conveniently located and having access to an indoor pool was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel O.

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

Lovely updated property

The house was great, very clean and updated. The kitchen was well equipped. Very relaxing hanging out by the fireplace! The host was communicative and answered all my questions promptly. I liked that they even had some fall decor out. I would definitely book this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

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

Birthday Weekend 🎉🎂

Beautiful views, house was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy a long weekend with friends. Enjoyed cocktails and star gazing on the amazing deck. Galena in the fall does not disappoint! 🎃🍂💫
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Excellent Galena Experience

We had a Mom’s night away with 5 of us in Galena. The house was beautiful. We kept stating how they thought of everything and had such cute touches on the home. We enjoyed the hot tub and there were plenty of places for all of us to sleep. The view was absolutely beautiful. We would love to see it in the fall. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

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

Comfy Christmas

Meeting in the middle, this was a superb home for our family to celebrate Christmas together. There was ample space to both gather and sleep. We all had comfortable seating to open gifts, dining and visiting. The kitchen had everything we needed for dinner prep. The property and location are beautiful and well maintained. We would return without hesitation. This home is gem!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricky P., Gilberts, IL

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

Beyond happy!

As some other reviewers have mentioned, the pictures don’t do it justice. Backyard faces the woods and front view is phenomenal. Sarah was great to deal with and is a superb host. House was conveniently labeled throughout and includes all the amenities you need. Allowing our pet to stay was a bonus. Highly recommended and will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Ladies weekend

The house was spacious and open. The beds comfy and the dishes and pans well stocked in the kitchen, we had plenty of towels and bathroom items which can be hard to come by at some places. The view… stunning. We ventured out on a hike and explored the trails on the fall afternoon. Loved that we didn’t have a “to-do” list of cleaning tasks as we checked out. Very well labeled and communicative.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

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

Cozy Cabin in the Cliff

We booked a last minute getaway to Galena and this home stood out from all the other options! Communication with Sarah was great and she responded very quickly to some questions we had. Arriving at the home, it is tucked up on a hill backing up to a beautiful wooded backdrop. Upon entering the home, you feel the coziness of the home with every possible amenity you can imagine. The lower level has 2 great size bedrooms with queen beds, a full bathroom and laundry/ utility area. Walking up the stairs into the main level is where you will spend most of your time enjoying the open concept of the home along with the gorgeous views of the Galena Territory. The open concept kitchen is fully stocked with all necessary items to cook any meal. Large table to enjoy dinner at, and plenty of seating space with couches and chairs by the fireplace and TV area. There is a 3rd bedroom on the main level and another full bath! Loft area is great hangout spot for children with some board games, toys, and building blocks. Pull out sofa also available. We unfortunately did not get to enjoy the amazing wrap around deck with firepit or screened in porch as it go down to the mid 30's at night in mid October, but that is definitely one of the biggest highlights of the property. Nice gas fire pit to enjoy the nights looking at beautiful clear night sky full of stars. Definitely a site to take in. Since property is situated on top of a hill against a cliff, there is a good amount of stairs!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023