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#Fido Friendly! Resort Core Location! Private Outdoor Hot Tub & Fire Pit!

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Outdoor spa tub
Terrace/patio
Dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10196.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Belvedere Mansion
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Grant Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower level Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Triple Twin

3 Single Beds

Upper Level Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Full Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Level Full Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upper Level Queen Full Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

#Fido Friendly! Resort Core Location! Private Outdoor Hot Tub & Fire Pit!

**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 manager

Vacation Homes of Galena by A Great Escape!
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 deadlock

About the area

Galena

Located in The Galena Territory, a neighbourhood in Galena, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Grant Home and West Street Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Galena Golf Club. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Grant Home - 12 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Grant Park - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Dowling House - 13 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Galena Territory Owners' Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does #Fido Friendly! Resort Core Location! Private Outdoor Hot Tub & Fire Pit! have a pool?

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

Is #Fido Friendly! Resort Core Location! Private Outdoor Hot Tub & Fire Pit! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at #Fido Friendly! Resort Core Location! Private Outdoor Hot Tub & Fire Pit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #Fido Friendly! Resort Core Location! Private Outdoor Hot Tub & Fire Pit!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #Fido Friendly! Resort Core Location! Private Outdoor Hot Tub & Fire Pit! located?

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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
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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!

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

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Great stay

We had a wonderful time. The property was fantastic and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolene L.

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

Fall Family Weekend Getaway

Beautifully, well-maintained home that was perfect for my 80 something in-laws, my 20 something daughter and husband, and my husband and me. Each couple having their own bathroom sold me. We enjoyed cooking steaks on the grill and had a wonderful dinner in the kitchen and then resided to the outdoor firepit for a bonfire. The wood provided was awesome as we had fires both evenings. We loved being surrounded by the tall colorful trees as well. The only recommendation I would have is allowing renters in at 3pm instead of 4pm. Thank you for a wonderful stay! instead of 4pm. of 4pm. have is weather
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth Y.

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

Great pet friendly house and location

Property is nicely decorated and very clean. It was chilly few days so did not use hot tub. Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

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

Great rental

We had a great time at this rental. The listing is accurate and is more beautiful than it looks. We had a small issue with the hot tub and we were easily able to contact people and get it fixed immediately. Would highly recommend! Welcome back in a heart beat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

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

Awesome Place for a Girls Weekend

We had the best time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

Women’s get away

Property & home were perfect for 6 women in late 60s & 70s We did not use the hot tub, deck , 3 seasons room, or fire pit as it was too hot. The home was very clean & the beds were all very comfortable . Would definitely stay again The upstairs bedroom is very bright due to the windows & sky lights. My only negative is the coffee pot took 1 hour to brew & the single serve kept quitting. Also could use a large pot for making spaghetti.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Dog friendly wooded spot

Plenty of room for the five of us. Gameroom, hot tub and dog friendly. Conveniently located, comfortable and very clean. Great stay for Labor Day weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susana D.

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

Beautiful Cottage Feeling Home

We stayed 2 nights with our small dog. We regret not booking an extra night. The owner was friendly and very quick to answer my questions. The location is also a stunning area of the territories. We will be back and plan on using this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

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

Galena family stay

We stayed for a long weekend with our extended family of 10. The house was perfect for us. It had everything we needed and was close to anything we wanted to see or visit. We would stay here again if we were back in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J.

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

Galena Territory House Rental

Our family of 6 adults and 3 kids enjoyed staying here. Plenty of space and a fully stocked kitchen. We especially enjoyed the screened porch and closet of board games. Beautiful hiking trails near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

Girl’s Weekend perfection

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: The house was perfect. Plenty of comfortable beds and space for everyone. 3 full bathrooms. The screen porch was the best part of the house and we spent mornings and evenings there. The hot tub was well maintained and very clean. We had a wonderful time in Galena just a short 10 min drive away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Amazing time!!

This rental provided us with the rest and relaxation we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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
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10/10 Excellent

Hobart D.

Wonderful place

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: We had a great time here. It has recently been updated and redecorated.
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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

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

Vaidas S.

Great house!

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: We loved the house we stayed in. The house was in great shape and clean. With all the bedrooms and bathrooms we had enough space to make everyone feel comfortable. I would highly recommend this house!

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

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

Ideal winter getaway

Everything was as stated and perfectly suited to our 5 person family (2 parents, 3 teenagers). Beds, baths, kitchen, hot tub, games, tv, living room all as advertised. We were too tired from snowboarding all day to try out the poker table. Easy to get downtown Galena and on over to Chestnut Mountain, yet secluded enough for us to stand and stare at the Milky Way from the house at night with almost no light pollution to obscure the view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick A., US

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

AmaIng place

This house was amazing. It was clean and had plenty of space for everyone. We loved the hot tub and the proximity to the walking trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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