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Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub

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A two-story house with a covered patio and a fire pit in the backyard.
A sign for Shenandoah Riding Center surrounded by lush greenery and a forested hill in the background.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a leather sofa, and a dining area with a large window overlooking a deck.
A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a well-maintained lawn.
A golf course with a winding path and lush greenery.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 14334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

Galena

A family-friendly stay in Galena awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 6 km (3.7 mi) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and 10.1 km (6.3 mi) from Grant Home. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 6.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a furnished patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a living room and a dining area are also available. .Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool, gym and Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this The Galena Territory holiday home include Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion.

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Horseshoe Mound - 12 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Grant Home - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 15 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Grant Park - 15 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Blaum Bros Public House - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Galena's Kandy Kitchen - ‬17 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.

Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub

The GTA Owners Club is just 4 minutes away, and Downtown Galena is only 15 minutes away. This home is NOW pet-friendly.

Discounted Golf - Guests may purchase paper golf vouchers offering preferred rates and tee-time benefits at Eagle Ridge Resort’s The General, North Course and South Course. Vouchers must be purchased before your stay and mailed to you prior to arrival. Please contact us well in advance for details.

Our Grand Galena Retreat is 4500 sq ft of amazing space for your friends & family to enjoy! Now Dog Friendly!! When you arrive, you'll have access to the garage and space to park another 3-5 cars in the driveway. Enter our home and be prepared to experience the getaway you've been wanting. The open-concept main floor features an airy family and dining room with a spectacular deck view (outdoor seating & gas grill) and beyond. Gather around the wood-burning fireplace or kick back and watch the game on our large flat-screen TV. Our dining room will easily host your holiday gathering, seating 10 at our table & 4 at the counter. There is additional seating in the kitchen for another 4, a great place for the kids or an extra spot for prep. Our stainless appliances will make cooking a breeze in the fully stocked kitchen. Great extra space for the adults in your group who will love our Whiskey Room. Sit back and reminisce about the day, watch TV, or play shuffleboard in a space just for you. Our primary bedroom is also on the main level with a large jetted tub, walk-in shower, and double sinks. Next, head upstairs to our upstairs bonus room, which offers comfortable seating and a TV and is open to below to be "close enough" to the group, but enjoy your special spot. Down the hall is an ensuite bedroom with a queen size bed, right across the hall is another ensuite bedroom w/2 Queen beds. Our lower level will excite the pool and poker players in your group! The game room also has an arcade, karaoke, fireplace & access to the outdoor deck w/hot tub. There are 3 additional bedrooms and w/attached baths on the lower level. Two have King size beds and the last has a Queen. We provide the most comfortable linens and bedding with extra pillows & blankets for maximum relaxation. Don't forget the firepit w/seating for 10 in our spacious backyard!

As our guest, you’ll have access to the Galena Territory Owners’ Club, featuring indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, waterslides, a kiddie pool, fitness and game rooms, basketball and tennis courts, playground, WiFi, and more. You can also enjoy Lake Galena, the Shenandoah Riding Center, and miles of hiking trails throughout the Territory. Good to know: The home may not have enough amenity cards for your entire group. Additional passes are available for $5 per day. Amenities may have additional fees, seasonal hours, or occasional closures, and availability is not guaranteed.

Important Booking Information: A 30% payment is due at booking, with the remaining balance automatically charged 14 days before arrival. At that time, the reservation becomes non-refundable and dates cannot be changed. A rental agreement will be emailed after booking and must be signed within 48 hours. The primary guest must be 25 or older and present for the entire stay. Because our cancellation policy is firm, we strongly recommend travel insurance, available through CSA at booking or up to 15 days before arrival. All payment amounts and due dates will be clearly outlined in your rental agreement. We allow up to 2 dogs during your stay. There is a one-time pet fee of $200.

You’ll receive a link to your Guest Guide at booking with everything you need for your stay. Your entry code will appear under the Welcome tab 3 days before arrival. Early check-in is not guaranteed and can only be considered the night before or morning of arrival. Your Guest Guide will provide details on how to request it.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Safe Travels!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

1929-89652

Frequently asked questions

Does Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a communal pool, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a jetted bath and a fireplace.

What makes Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, Jetted bath, and fireplaces all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub.

Is Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub is a hit with families.

Is there a private hot tub at Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub?

No, Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Firelit evenings @ Grand Galena Retreat w/Whiskey Room, Fireplace & Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 241 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house! Very spacious! Great outdoor space! Everything we needed and then some! We would definitely stay there again! Thank you Linda and Vito!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The house accommodated our family of six adults and six children
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was extremely clean, hot tub was amazing (but chemicals needed to be checked by day 3), very family friendly for all ages. The host was wonderful to work with and very responsive. There was a strange sewer-smelling odor in the home and around the outside of the property that was present most of the time, but we assume it was not a normal occurrence and plan to stay again since it fit our family so perfectly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for our annual fall family trip! Spacious, clean, comfortable with all the amenities needed. We greatly enjoyed our weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

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 very enjoyable family vacation in this home, it is our second time staying here and it was just as good as we remembered. Cosy and warm but with plenty of space as well. Loved our time here, thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual Ski Trip

Great space for our group. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for a family

Spent weekend with kids and grandkids,
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way! We had a great time getting our family together, the house had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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: Perfect for family gathering, large spaces, everything you need included, property manager elite.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very cozy spot for Christmas!

We celebrated our family Christmas and had plenty of space and activities to do!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Golf Stay

Great place at the Eagle Ridge Resort golf area. 6 beds and baths was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

This house is just a few miles from the owners club and close to trails. It has an awesome firepit and great amenities. The owner was really nice, and super responsive. Would definitely rent here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for Large groups!

We were all very, very happy with the property. The management responded quickly to our questions and requests.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Stay in Territories

House was large enough for all that stayed and it was great for everyone to have their own bedroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Galena family birthday

This property worked out great for our mother’s 95th birthday celebration. It accommodates a nice amount of people
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick trip

Beautiful home. Gorgeous area. Great walking options and peaceful area. So spacious, high ceilings, and perfect for a large group where everyone had their own room and respective bathroom. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home for golf trip

My family stayed at this property for a long golf weekend. It was located near all the courses and had a multitude of things to do when we were not golfing. There were beds for everyone and the kitchen and dining area easily accommodated all 8 us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls weekend

It was clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual Friends Vacation

Great stay for our annual friends vacation! Every room has an en-suite bathroom and there was plenty of room. We also loved the screened in porch and the use of the community pool. Exactly as advertised plus some!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Home Away From Home

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 wonderful stay! The home was perfect for our three families—spacious, comfortable, and spotless. The location couldn’t be better: close to everything we needed, from restaurants to activities. Check-in was easy, the house was clean and well-maintained, and everyone had plenty of room to relax. We’d definitely stay here again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Wonderful Time!

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 an absolute blast staying at this property. So much fun and so comfortable!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect girls weekend house for a large group!

We came to Galena for a girls weekend and this house was perfect for us! We had 12 girls and with 6 large bedrooms and 7 baths, it was amazing! The extras like the shuffle board and hot tub made this trip more fun! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Business conference

5 men stayed here for a conference at the main hotel. The house was very spacious and everyone had their own room with their own bathroom which made it very nice. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can’t wait to go back!

This house is beautiful! Loved the whiskey room with the shuffle board table . The bedrooms were super spacious and comfortable. Great for a large group plenty of space for everyone. Loved the big yard , fire pit , and hot tub! We will definitely book this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming. The house is very spacious and beds are comfortable. It needs some attention to maintenance details. One disappointment for our six grandchildren was that the hot tub was not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025