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Lake views! Hot tub! Family & pet friendly!

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Outdoor spa tub
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, offices, computer monitors
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 144830 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Grant Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Dowling House
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Galena

Located in The Galena Territory, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of Linmar Gardens and Old Blacksmith Shop. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Old Blacksmith Shop - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Grant Park - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Dowling House - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Old Market House - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 12 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake views! Hot tub! Family & pet friendly!

Make memories at this 5,000 square foot house with incredible lake views! Enjoy comfy patio, hot tub on lower level & your perfect outdoor oasis on either of the large main level decks or lower-level screened in patio. Perfect getaway for time with family & friends! Once you’ve soaked in all the sun you want, head inside to your peaceful spacious haven to relax & chat or let your competitive spirit take over in the rec space (pool, ping pong, PS3, board games & more)! New listing by Super Host.

It will typically be the awesome handyman who will come help if and when needed.

This house is a part of The Galena Territory Association, and guests will have access to the amenities. The house is located along the north branch of the lake, with great views and an awesome outdoor space! It's very quiet and peaceful.

You'll get a personalized access code for the smart lock 3 days before check-in.

Very large and spacious, helping create a great vibe for groups of all sizes.

There are 2 parking spaces in the garage, and at least another 5 in the driveway. Be sure to park on the property (not on the street) to avoid needing any permits or potential fines.

Come relax at this nearly 5,000 square foot house with incredible lake views! The perfect getaway for time with family and friends! Sit out on the comfy patio furniture and enjoy your perfect outdoor oasis on either of the large outdoor decks on the main level, or the screened in patio on the lower level. Once you’ve soaked in all the sun you want to enjoy, head inside to the ample amount of space to just relax and chat or let your competitive spirit take over in the indoor recreation space.

Come enjoy the peace and quiet with sounds of nature while you soak in the views of the lake! Pop open the windows and let the breeze in while enjoying the comfort of the cozy indoor furniture.

The main level features the fully-stocked kitchen that’s open concept and perfect for entertaining, dining area, large family room with fireplace, and master bedroom. This is the perfect place to relax indoors and enjoy the views!

The upper level features a loft with TV and games, 3 spacious bedrooms (1 with a king bed and en suite bathroom and the other 2 with a shared bathroom, 1 of which has a king bed and the other has 3 twin beds), and beautiful wood paneled office.

The walk-out lower level features an amazing game space (pool, ping pong, and board/card games), a wet bar, and even more comfy couch space and fireplace to just relax. There are 2 more bedrooms (1 with a queen bed and the other has 3 twin beds) and a bathroom on the lower level.

Enjoy all the Galena Territories has to offer while also enjoying your quiet oasis! This house comes with 12 guest passes so you won’t have to buy any extra! There are bike trails starting a quick ride from the house. The Galena Territory Owners Club is a quick 6 minute ride away. The Marina is just 5 minutes. The north and south golf pro shops are just 5-6 minutes. The Shenandoah Riding Center is 10 minutes. And you can get to the quaint little downtown Galena in 10-12 minutes. You’re right in the middle of everything while still having the space to get away from it all!

Full access to the GTA amenities with 12 Proximity Cards!

Kitchen includes:
- All the basics (cups, plates, bowls, silverware, wine glasses, pots and pans, flippers, spatulas, whisk, grater, etc.)
- And cooking basics (spices, flour, sugar, oil, etc.) ... let us know if these are running low so we can refill them
- Baking/cookie sheets
- Blender
- Coffee pot (paper filter) and Keurig machine ... we don't provide the coffee as we've found everyone has different favorite coffees
- Crock pot (6 quart)
- Electric griddle
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Muffin tins
- Pie pans
- Pyrex dishes
- Serving bowls and trays
- Strainer
- Toaster
- Tupperware
- If you think we're missing anything, please let us know, and we can try to get it for your stay
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

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
  • Unit size: 4,830 square feet

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 10:00 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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, 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in The Galena Territory, close to Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, Grant Home, and Grant Park. You'll also find Dowling House and Old Market House nearby.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional), which is 28.1 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Lake views! Hot tub! Family & pet friendly! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lance M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything from start to finish was wonderful: communication, check-in, views, and accommodations. We cannot recommend the host and house enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is amazing! Plenty space for our family! It was nice to have little gathering areas (downstairs living area, upstairs loft) that our older kids could hang out.Dan is a great host, super responsive and super helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was amazing there. Loved everything about the house. Fantastic host. There was enough room everywhere for our family. Loved cooking in the large kitchen. I just can’t say enough about house and how it just completed our vacation. Went skiing and shopping downtown Galena. We will try to do something like this more often
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We LOVED our stay at this home. The house is filled with natural light and is warm and inviting. Plenty of room to spread out if your with a group. It was immaculately clean. We are planning our next trip back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family of 12 thoroughly enjoyed 3 lovely evenings at the property. We had tons of room to spread out. Great hot tub, ping pong and pool table were enjoyed by all. Well stocked kitchen, large kitchen table and multiple large spaces to relax and watch tv at the end of our shopping days. Extremely comfortable beds and bedding in each bedroom. We've been renting in Galena for near 20 years now and this was voted as one of the best by our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate K., Park Ridge, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
I booked this house for trip with girlfriends and it worked out perfectly! The house is perfect for a big group of friends or family. The rooms are comfortable and the kitchen has everything anyone could need. We really enjoyed hanging out in the living room, the view of the river is beautiful. We also loved the hot tub! The owner was very communicative and provided suggestions for local restaurants. We are excited to make this an annual event and look forward to renting this house again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol Z., Evergreen Park

Liked: Cleanliness
Kitchen was fully stocked, everything a group would need. The house was clean and rooms were spacious. It is the perfect space for a large group reunion like we had. Large hot tub was the clincher for us to book here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a large, very comfortable home. We enjoyed the clean hot tub! Views from the deck of Lake Galena are breathtaking. Kitchen was exceptionally well stocked! We look forward to a return visit!
Sunrise from the deck
Wild turkeys wandered by one early morning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Great, entire family loved it. Dan was beyond fantastic to deal with. We had a really good time. Diverse age groups but everyone had a great time. Thinking of next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich and Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

6 brothers and sisters, nephews,nieces, grandchildren and a dog had a wonderful time together. There is plenty of room to spread out for relaxing, playing games, and visiting. Some spent time shopping in Galena, some hiking, playing games, pool and ping pong, and playing with the dog at a very nice nearby dog park. There is so much room for a large group to just hang and visit, and eat. A lot of time was spent on the large deck visiting and enjoying the view of the lake. We saw and heard a variety of land and water birds, and a turkey! Our host promptly provided information about the home and area and quickly answered any questions we had. We had everything we needed. Great host! We would certainly stay again when in the Galena area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marek

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect, great host, we had a fantastic time! We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful ladies weekend!!

Seven of us celebrated our 100th book in our book club and stayed at this beautiful property. Everything was clean and stocked. Owner very responsive. It was absolutely perfect!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place for a family weekend

The house is big, beautiful, very clean and inviting. The kitchen was well stocked so that you could make meals to enjoy while staying there. The living room has big gorgeous windows to enjoy the view and adds so much brightness and warmth to the space. We saw people ice fishing during our stay. Game room and hot tub was also an added bonus that everyone enjoyed. This home was close to Galena too! Dan also made sure we were having a good stay and communicated with me the whole time. I appreciated that. I would highly recommend his house if you visit Galena.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

We were a group of 10 and room for everyone to enjoy their stay! Beautiful setting and home was great!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Must stay in Galena Territories

What a great place to stay with lots of room for our large extended family to meet and hang out. Although only 3 couples stayed there, there was plenty of room for our extended family of ~20 people to hang out for dinner and enjoy the view from the decks. The house had everything you could need. I was impressed with how clean it was for being such a large house and the fact that another family had just checked out that same morning. Dan was great with all the communication. We will definitely book again when we are in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend at the Territory

What a lovely home! Plenty of room for the 10 of us and the view was fantastic. Dan was easy to reach and provided everything you would need. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake house

This house worked well for our weekend get-together with family. The house was clean, stocked with most items you might need (bathrooms, kitchen, entertainment) plus items that you might want. The bedrooms and bathrooms were nicely separated, the common areas were spacious and furnished (deck, huge kitchen island, table/chairs, comfy chairs, sofas, etc.), and the basement ping pong and pool tables as well as the blackboard were entertaining. The owner was responsive and helpful. All and all, the property was a great venue for our family get-together. We would stay at this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

My family stayed for almost a week at this beautiful property. The views were spectacular and the house offered a plethora of amenities. We can't wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay at a 5 star lake view property

Dan the owner was always available from the moment we made our reservations until we left. The house was spacious and so clean. It had everything we needed. If tranquility is what you need this house is for you. We grilled one night and ate on the large deck. The house has a beautiful game room in the basement where we stayed up late nights having so much fun. Golfing is also available if you want to book a game. Our family had a wonderful Mother’s day weekend and we will be back. Thanks again Dan for sharing your lovely house with us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Dan was so great! We had a few questions during our stay and he responded immediately and was eager to make sure we all had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness

What an Amazing Home in the Territories!

We stayed for three nights with family and friends. This house was so clean and perfectly laid out to accommodate adults and teens who wanted to sleep together and have privacy, The basement had a ping pong table and pool table and fun chalk board. There was so much extra space to hang out in and relax. The kitchen was duly stocked and had great amenities. And the views. Stunning! And the fireplace was enjoyed. Dan is the perfect host-thoughtful and responsive. We will definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Javeed C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A delightful home and a gracious host

We had the most enjoyable time at Dan's property. The house itself overlooks Lake Galena. The North Cove bank of the lake is a 2-minute drive away and offers a great fishing spot. The home was clean and luxuriously furnished. We fell in love with the furniture and decor. Everything was clean - zero dust, which was a huge plus for our family as some of us have allergies. The kitchen was put to great use. Lovely crockery and cutlery. Enough for us all. And Dan just knows how to walk the fine line between assisting us and letting us be. He was on hand when we had questions and timely in his responses. Super friendly. Only good things to say. We hope to return to this lovely home some time in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig J.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best home we have ever stayed in.

From check in until check out this was the best experience we have had renting a home. There is nothing that could have been done to have a better stay. We had 9 people ranging from 1 to 62 and a dog. Except for clothes you almost dont need to bring anything. Dan, the owner has thought of everything possible. Huge home with so much to do. Pool table, ping pong, play staion are just a few of the things everyone enjoyed. Beautiful veiw of lake Galena. I could go on and on but I think you all understand this is the only place I would stay in Galena. One last note, Dan is very easy to reach if you need anything. Thanks for a dream place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing home with views and tons of space!

Home was amazing with great views. Secluded with all the amenities needed. Host was amazing. Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023