10/10 Excellent
Dawn B.
18 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a get together!
Dawn B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
The Getaway Place- Carefree, Fun and Pet Friendly
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Galena, IL
- Eagle Ridge Resort Golf11 min drive
- Belvedere Mansion16 min drive
- Grant Park16 min drive
- Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Getaway Place- Carefree, Fun and Pet Friendly
The Getaway Place is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located in the Galena Territory. We are family friendly and pet friendly.
+Jacuzzi Tub with Smart TV.
+Outdoor Hot tub
+Screened in porch
+Electric Fireplace
+Outdoor Fire Pit
+Shuffleboard Table
+Arcades
+Fully Stocked Kitchen
+Coffee Bar
+Lightning Fast Wi-fi
+Dedicated workspace w/ a desk + office chair
+Laundry
+Walking Trails nearby
+Golf courses nearby
+Gas grill on deck, off screened in porch
We are pet friendly! We have a pet fee of $30 per pet/per night.
For the safety of guests & owners, this house has 1 Ring Doorbell Security Camera with audio. Camera is located at the front door of the home. There are no cameras anywhere else on property and no cameras are inside of the home.
{Please note there are steps up to the front door, that take you into the loft style game room area. There are several steps to take you down stairs to the lower level. The lower level hosts the living room, kitchen & dining area. If someone in your party has troubles with steps-this property may not be the property for you.}
+Jacuzzi Tub with Smart TV.
+Outdoor Hot tub
+Screened in porch
+Electric Fireplace
+Outdoor Fire Pit
+Shuffleboard Table
+Arcades
+Fully Stocked Kitchen
+Coffee Bar
+Lightning Fast Wi-fi
+Dedicated workspace w/ a desk + office chair
+Laundry
+Walking Trails nearby
+Golf courses nearby
+Gas grill on deck, off screened in porch
We are pet friendly! We have a pet fee of $30 per pet/per night.
For the safety of guests & owners, this house has 1 Ring Doorbell Security Camera with audio. Camera is located at the front door of the home. There are no cameras anywhere else on property and no cameras are inside of the home.
{Please note there are steps up to the front door, that take you into the loft style game room area. There are several steps to take you down stairs to the lower level. The lower level hosts the living room, kitchen & dining area. If someone in your party has troubles with steps-this property may not be the property for you.}
Property manager
Jess McMaster
Premier Host
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Galena
Located in The Galena Territory, a neighbourhood in Galena, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Grant Home and West Street Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion.
Galena, IL
What's nearby
- Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
- Grant Home - 15 min drive - 10.1 km
- Belvedere Mansion - 16 min drive - 10.4 km
- Grant Park - 16 min drive - 10.3 km
- Dowling House - 17 min drive - 11.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 18 min drive
- McDonald's - 18 min drive
- The Galena Territory Owners' Club - 9 min drive
- Bread & Vine - 16 min drive
- Galena Roasters - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
JoDee E.
1 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break getaway
JoDee E.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marcus K.
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful stay!
Marcus K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephen K.
28 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it - highly recommended
Stephen K.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kyle N.
10 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Weekend
Kyle N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brad B.
5 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great winter visit to Galena
Brad B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy M.
28 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in Galena Territory
Kathy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dawn D.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend
Dawn D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eric W.
8 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable long weekend
Eric W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alicia W.
5 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary trip
Alicia W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Donna P., Batavia
26 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice location! Enjoyed our stay of 2 weeks! The owner Jess was very attentive!
Donna P.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kevin F.
21 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary trip
Kevin F.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
22 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Amy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike B.
24 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Mike B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ryan G.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Ryan G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt B.
25 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best getaway
Matt B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patty H.
20 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun get away
Patty H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ross K.
29 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience overall
Ross K.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
kathi and dave w.
24 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly fun
kathi and dave w.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie S.
23 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice house for a Galena getaway
Julie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laura K.
23 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Galena Getaway
Laura K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Aaron K.
1 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Aaron K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Amy G.
27 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been coming to Galena for years. This is by far the coziest house we've stayed in.
Amy G.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
William F.
19 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
William F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jamie B.
14 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home, Location, and Host
Jamie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jess McMaster
I'm Jess! I live in Eastern Iowa with my husband, 2 daughters, a pug named Boris & a fish named Sea Su. I enjoy traveling & experiencing new places, beautiful scenery, and new food. I enjoy being a host because I love the hospitality part of it. I get to fill our homes with items I always wish I have when we travel, to help make guests' stays relaxing & stress free!
What makes this property unique
This home has a loft area with 3 arcade games + a shuffleboard table! It also has privacy off the back deck where the fire pit & hot tub are located.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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