Located within a leisurely stroll of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of Grant Home. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Chestnut Mountain Resort - 25 min drive - 17.9 miles
Diamond Jo Casino - 32 min drive - 26.6 miles
Q Casino - 35 min drive - 29.0 miles
Getting around
Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Woodlands Restaurant - 12 min drive
Sunset Grille - 27 min drive
The Country Store - 13 min walk
Mountain Top Cafe - 27 min drive
The Summit Food & Spirits - 27 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.
Eagle's Nest - Make Holiday Memories @ Galena's Premier 8 BR Home - Hot Tub
The Eagle's Nest was designed for corporate meetings/events, golf/ski groups, and destination family and friend gatherings. The Jo Daviess County overnight maximum occupancy for The Eagle's Nest is 16 people (including children). This home is NOT pet-friendly.
The Eagle's Nest is the largest private vacation rental home in the area with its extraordinary 12,000-square-foot interior. It is one of the most exclusive and sought-after premier vacation rental properties in Galena. It is a one-of-a-kind "must-see/must-stay" property. As you enter the great room on the main level, you immediately feel the spaciousness and luxury. The floor-to-ceiling windows provide natural lighting and panoramic views of our surrounding wooded acreage. The great room's focal point is the floor-to-ceiling limestone wood-burning fireplace (wood supplied). The warmth of leather furniture surrounds it, as well as sizeable distinctive area rugs and natural hickory hardwood floors. To the left is an intimate library nook. The main level has an open-concept floor plan with twin dining tables (seating for 16) and a fully equipped gourmet kitchen. The L-shaped granite counter (seat 12) is perfect for buffet-style serving. Step out onto the 115-ft. main-level wood deck (tables and seating for 16), where you will find a 52-inch gas grill. Enjoy your favorite beverage, a barbeque, and the outdoors.
The Eagle's Nest has 8 bedrooms: 4 bedrooms on the main level and 4 bedrooms upstairs. Two bedrooms on the main level near the kitchen are handicap accessible, each with one king bed, a walk-in shower, and a soaking tub. The remaining 6 bedrooms all feature 2 king beds. Every bedroom is decorated with Galena-themed décor, custom coverlets, pillow shams, and window coverings with a room-darkening feature. You will find extra blankets, down comforters, and pillows. Each en-suite bathroom has a jetted tub, two sinks, and a walk-in custom-designed tiled shower with 9 ft. ceilings. There is ample room in the lower level (4000 square feet) for your group to enjoy games, movies, and more. The room has a 70" HD TV, pool table, poker table, air hockey, foosball, and ping-pong table. You will find a 27' bar with (seating for 13), three pub tables (seating for 12), a bar sink, dishwasher, beverage ware, an additional full-size refrigerator, and, available for your convenience, a laundry room. The southwest wall opens to the 70'patio with 4 double sliding glass doors. This will welcome guests onto the furnished patio for alfresco drinks and dining. Enjoy a walk on the designated path through the private wooded property, or gather your friends/family and play volleyball on the sand court. At the end of your day, enjoy the eight-person hot tub under cover in the gazebo located just off the patio or roast marshmallows over the open firepit. Please note there is a 3-nt minimum from June - Aug. Please note there are exterior security cameras at this property.
When you book a home with us, we will require 30% down; this is a payment, not a deposit. The total balance is due 14 days before check-in. If you cancel before the 14 days, you will receive the first payment minus a $35 cancellation fee. At the 14-day mark, your stay will become non-refundable, and dates cannot be adjusted. NOTE: You must sign an electronic rental agreement when booking. You must be 25 or older when booking and present during the entire stay. Your payments will automatically be processed to the card you place on file when booking. Our cancellation policy is not flexible. We highly recommend travel insurance. Damage Protection and travel insurance are offered when booking and up until 15 days before check-in.
**Check-in details are sent to the email on file three days before your arrival. These include the address, access code, and other pertinent home/area information. Early check-in is never guaranteed and can only be considered the night before or the morning of your arrival. The check-in details will cover this process. Check-in for this home is 4 p.m., and check-out is 10a.m.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 9.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 8 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Things to do
2 outdoor pickleball courts
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Boat
Foosball table
Golf
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
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 12,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
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 doesn't allow pets
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: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
1929-268766
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Galena within a short 13-minute walk of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf. You'll also find Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve and Upper Mississippi River Wild Life and Fish Refuge nearby.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is there a spa available at this vacation home?
Spa services at the vacation home include massages.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
Yes, this vacation home has an indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
What do couples enjoy most about Eagle's Nest - Make Holiday Memories @ Galena's Premier 8 BR Home - Hot Tub?
There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a fireplace and access to a chef as well as an outdoor pool.
Are there hot tubs at Eagle's Nest - Make Holiday Memories @ Galena's Premier 8 BR Home - Hot Tub?
Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional), which is 30 mi away (40 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at Eagle's Nest - Make Holiday Memories @ Galena's Premier 8 BR Home - Hot Tub?
Yes, every accommodation at Eagle's Nest - Make Holiday Memories @ Galena's Premier 8 BR Home - Hot Tub comes with a balcony.
Eagle's Nest - Make Holiday Memories @ Galena's Premier 8 BR Home - Hot Tub Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 189 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Donald M.
Oct 13, 2025
Donald M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan P.
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
“Our group of 15 loved the house! The location was perfect, and the home was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The basement area was a big hit, with a great selection of games to keep everyone entertained. It had everything we needed for a wonderful stay, and everyone had a fantastic time.”
Susan P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hannah M.
Mar 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Hannah M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim D.
Feb 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The Dighton Family
All around great place! Lots of space and room for our whole family. The bedrooms were so nice and each family had their own privacy and individual bath. Recreation area was a favorite and hot tub.
Kim D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sharon P., Dyer In
Sep 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay with Friends
We booked the Eagle Nest to host a reunion of 8 grade school friends who all turned 60 this year. Eight couples stayed two nights and everyone loved the home. There was ample space to eat together and engage in activities. The host were wonderful. The guys golfed and the women shopped and did the spa. The spa was fantastic!!
Sharon P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lori M.
Jul 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for a family getaway
This home was so spacious, well maintained, and had everything we needed. We've gone somewhere different every year for the past 8 years, and this home was everyone's favorite. Thank you for a lovely experience!
Lori M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joyce T.
Jul 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
Beautiful house and setting. We enjoyed the fire pit and family time.
Joyce T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Darla S.
Jun 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect couples getaway!
Fantastic gathering place for couples. Home was clean and well laid out. The hot tub was one of our favorite hangouts. Bedrooms were private with your own bath. Beds were comfortable. Check in and out was easy. We have stayed in many Galena homes over the years, this one was by far the best.
Darla S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rachel K.
Nov 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Blessings
We used the Eagle Nest home this Thanksgiving to celebrate the holiday as well as our parents' 50th wedding anniversay. The place was amazing! I walked in and it was just like the pictures. So much space, so clean and a great space for the 13 of us to enjoy several days as a family. I recall the first night.....the sheets even smelled so clean and fresh. I have sent the VRBO link to several people who asked for if, after seeing our pictures. Bill and Sue, you have a beautiful home and were excellent to work with! Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful space with our family! I'm so glad we found the Eagle Nest and will definitely be recommending it to family and friends!
Rachel K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Josh S.
Sep 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Getaway
Great place to stay for 12 guys on a golf trip. Very clean, plenty of room and a great setting.
Josh S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karis V.
Aug 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a family reunion!
I rented this property for my extended family to stay together the weekend of my son’s wedding. It was a perfect space for us to gather together for breakfast, and come back to after exploring, beautiful Galena. There were so many amenities, we didn’t even get to try them all. Hot tub, barbecue, several scenic deck spaces, a huge basement with game room, barstools, fireplace, and more. Also volleyball court, beautiful trails that span throughout the property’s acres of nature. This place was absolutely perfect for our family gathering!
Every bedroom has its own full bath. It felt like a hotel within a house. Unbelievable! Plenty of kitchenware to serve up to 28 guests. Plenty of extra pillows and linens. Only minutes from downtown Galena and the venue where we held my son’s wedding.
I would highly recommend! Make sure to communicate with the hosts what your plans are, if you plan to have a party. We let them know that we were hosting a rehearsal dinner onsite. And they charged us an extra “party” fee. But I was happy to pay I t, because it was the perfect setting to hold our laid back, comfortable rehearsal dinner before the big wedding day. My brother-in-law had been to this property 10 years ago for a corporate event. I imagine this would be perfect for the corporate event setting as well. Definitely a must see! I highly, highly recommend this property if you are looking for a perfect family reunion VRBO home.
Karis V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pamela W.
Jul 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Spot
This very large home was just as listed - spacious, clean, comfortable, and full of fun. We had a lovely time with friends and our young kids. Owners were helpful. Galena is the best!
Pamela W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
David D.
Jun 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Mr
Property was clean and organized
David D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie M., WHITEFISH BAY
Nov 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Eagles Nest Thanksgiving
Beautiful place for our Thanksgiving with our family! The pictures don’t do it justice! Themed bedrooms, gorgeous bathrooms, the best equipped kitchen I have ever been in and a very private, beautiful wooded setting complete with walking trails, hot tub and outdoor fire pit! Nothing was spared for comfort right down to the linens and comfortable beds and every type of serving piece you could imagine for our feast! Immaculate, cozy, well appointed and everything we needed for a family getaway! Fantastic place!!!
Stephanie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Margy P.
Oct 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great company retreat
Wonderful as always for our company retreat. Top notch! We are return visitors and will be back!
Margy P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
Sep 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
PERFECT!! :o)
My siblings and spouses (we have a big family) needed to find a place big enough for all of us to each have our own bedroom and bathroom. WHAT A FIND! The Eagle's Nest was very easy to get to and had everything we needed to get together for our family reunion. It also had more than enough space for people to have their privacy as well. Every where we looked, there was plenty of space and seating inside and out for everyone to enjoy! We stayed 3 nights and there wasn't enough time to really even truly enjoy all that the house had to offer. The whole downstairs is filled with fun games for adults, as well as kids, and also a big TV for the guys to watch, not to mention each bedroom has a TV in it.
The kitchen had lots of seating for our group and the kitchen was stocked with everything that we could think of! Not to mention 2 large refrigerators upstairs in the kitchen and one full size kitchen downstairs in the bar area. And the ice machine came in so handy! Wow!!
Bill and Sue were very accommodating for us and answered every question that we had for them in a very timely manner. We can't say enough good things about this place and we will definitely come back!
Thanks Bill and Sue for making our reunion a great one!!!
Karen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pat K.
Aug 14, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday celebration
This house suited our needs perfectly. It is an outstanding home with every amenity imaginable. There were 14 adults and 2 small children and we had perfect accommodations for everyone. We also enjoyed using the hot tub,
Pat K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
Aug 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation house ever!
I rarely write reviews but this one most definitely deserves it! This home has it all and is pristine! The kitchen and bar were so well stocked...everything we needed was there. The living space is HUGE and and there are plenty of tables for a big group to eat meals. The bedrooms (each with a private bath) were excellent! Comfy beds and nice linens. The lower level is fabulous with so much to do...pool table, ping pong table, air hockey and more! Even the grill was spectacular! We are very picky but this place was perfect. And so clean!
The Galena Territory is so beautiful...doesn't feel like Illinois at all! So hilly and serene. Communication with the owners was fabulous...they are very responsive.
We were there with our extended family...20 people...and everyone was amazed with the accommodations! If you are thinking about this place...think no further, Just book it! We will definitely be back!
Lisa H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan N.
Jul 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway
House and grounds were beautiful, spacious, and extremely clean. Everyone from adult children to young grandchildren loved the lower floor with all the game tables! We use VRBO every year for our family trip. We’ve been doing this for 27 years so that’s a lot of houses. Our 9 year old grandson said this was the best house ever!!! Thank you, Bill and Susan, for sharing your home with us. Our family left with so many wonderful memories.
Susan N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
KAREN G.
Jul 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Get Together
We were so happy that Bill and Sue provided the information about this beautiful home before we left our homes. The house was gorgeous and even the grandchildren were excited seeing what name room they had and what was in each bedroom suite. Having the lower level game room was amazing and used quite a bit by all of us without worrying who will wake up. The kitchen was well stocked, including some sugar for coffee that we forgot. We felt like we were in a beautiful and so clean mansion. There was a wonderful path to take on the property and we enjoyed the outside fire pit and hot tub also. The association pool was enjoyed by all. Karen and Gary
KAREN G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sue C.
Jul 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Wonderful home with plenty of room for everyone. Each bedroom having a separate bath was so convenient. The kids (and adults) made good use of the game room and the outside sand volleyball court, firepit and hot tub. We could not have asked for a nicer stay!
Sue C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pat T., Gurnee IL 60031
Jun 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A lasting memory
We could not believe how beautiful, clean, organized, supplied, peaceful, spacious yet cozy, etc. etc. Cannot think of one negative. We enjoyed every minute and want more!!!!
Pat T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Monica F.
May 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
80th birthday gathering for grandma
Perfect house for quality family time!
Monica F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Leigh Anne L., Chicago
Jan 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A great group trip
We had a wonderful time. The space is huge and there was space for everyone to spread out. The kitchen and bar are stocked with everything you need. Beds were comfortable and the kids loved all the games in the basement. Everyone would like to come back. Only downside was the hot tub didn’t work. We would definitely come back and recommend it to family and friends.