Location: Galena, Illinois, USA (3hrs from Downtown Chicago, 20 miles from Dubuque,) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Come and relax in our completely furnished 4 bedroom home in the heart of the 6800 acre Galena Territory, with 1 king, 2 queens, 2 twins and queen sofa bed, sleeps 8-10. The rolling hills of the area are beautiful in every season.
Our home is a great place to get away with your family or a group of friends to enjoy all the Territory has to offer.
Home features main level master bedroom with king bed and adjoining bathroom with jetted tub. Main level also includes living room, large kitchen and dining space, walk-in pantry and entrance to screened porch and deck with a new, large gas grill. Living room features vaulted ceiling and sky lights, wood burning fireplace, 32" HDTV and more.
Upper level boasts a spacious bedroom with large arched window and sky lights, queen bed, walk-in closet, cable TV and attached full bathroom.
Lower level features spacious family room with new queen sofa bed with Serta mattress, cozy leather chair and ottoman, 32" HDTV, a large wood table for games, puzzles, cards, and laundry closet (washer/dryer). Lower level has two bedrooms, one with queen bed and comfortable loveseat for lounging, another with two twin beds. Full bathroom is adjacent to family room and bedrooms.
Stepping out on the deck or sitting in the screened in porch you can enjoy nature at its best with deer, wild turkeys, and many other woodland animals in the woods behind our home.
We are close to Eagle Ridge Resorts 4 championship golf courses and the Stonedrift Spa where you can book a massage or a full day spa package. You will also be close to the Marina on Lake Galena where you can rent pontoons, canoes, fishing boats and paddle boats. Horseback riding is available at the Shenandoah Riding Center with many trail ride choices to entice any rider.
You will also have the use of the Owners Club with outdoor pool, kiddie pool, outdoor tennis courts, indoor basketball, fitness center and activity room with pool tables, ping pong, etc.
Take in the beautiful scenery while hiking, biking or walking any of the numerous trails in the Territory.
A short 6 mile drive to Galena offers many boutiques, unique shops, museums and restaurants to visit and dine at.
Dubuque, IA is 20 miles away with the Mississippi River Aquarium, Dog Track, and Casino with indoor water park.
Make our home your "home away from home" as you relax and enjoy the Galena Territory.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Ironing Board and Iron, Blow Dryers in each bathroom, Kids games, Adult games, Football, Frisbee, Bocceball, Wagon, Crockpot, Belgian Waffle Iron. Use of the Owners Club - pool tables, ping-pong, fitness center, indoor basketball, game room, outdoor pool.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Use of the Owners Club - pool tables, ping-pong, fitness center, indoor basketball, game room, outdoor pool.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May-Oct, including Holidays .. $425/night 4th night free
Nov-Apr, excluding Holidays .. $350/night 3rd night free
2 night min.
3 night min. on Holiday weekends.
Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Easter 4th night free
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Galena Retreat, 4 BR, Shop Galena, Golf, Hiking, Riding Stable
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Galena
We chose Galena, IL because it was and easy 5 hr drive for us from Stillwater,MN and it is only a 3 hr drive from downtown Chicago and O'Hare airport which makes it convenient for those who fly in.Our granddaughter has really enjoyed the times that we share at the "Galena house" and I'm sure we will create a lot of great memories there in the future. This area is known as the Galena Territory, a 6800 acre area that is home to the 225-acre Lake Galena and Marina, Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa, with 4 championship golf courses, Shenandoah Riding Center and many hiking and biking trails.
Downtown historic Galena is just 6 miles from our home with lots of many quaint shops, restaurants,art galleries,and wineries. Galena is home to Ulysses S. Grant and has a lot of great historical buildings and tours.
In winter there is sledding, cross country skiing, and downhill skiing at nearby Chestnut Mountain Ski area.
The Unique Benefits at this House
While staying at our rental property you can enjoy all the Territory has to offer. You will receive amenity tags that give you access to the Territory Owners Club which has a large outdoor pool with lots of tables and umbrellas to enjoy a picnic near the pool or food from the concession stand. You will also have access to the indoor basketball court, fitness center, game room complete with pool tables, table tennis, foosball, and board games. Also outside you find a tennis court and play area for the little ones.
You will also be given a discount at the Marina where you can rent canoes, pontoon or fishing boats.
The riding center offers trail rides and lead line rides for the littlest riders(2-7) Reservations required: 815-777-2373
Restaurant, coffee shop that serves Starbucks, Stonedrift Spa - Massages and spa treatments
This course was listed in Golf Digest as one of the top 100 public courses in the America.
Small store with a full service deli and bakery. basics to specialty items dairy, frozen foods
Rent pontoon and fishing boats. Enjoy sand volleyball, bocce courts, tennis, and a picnic pavillion.
Owner's Map of Galena
My husband and I are self employed and we wanted a place for our adult children to come to that was centrally located. We also wanted a special place for our grandchildren to be able to come to with lots of great activities that would enjoy as they grow. We usually are there each month for 4-5 days and have enjoyed exploring the area in each season.
Property Photos
- Fall color in the Territories, - Galena Vacation Lodging
- Winter in the Territories, fun for all seasons!!! - Galena Vacation Lodging
- Summer in the Galena Territories - Galena Vacation Lodging
- Living Room
- Living Room
- Kitchen/ Dining Area
- Kitchen
- King Bedroom /Main Level
- Queen Bedroom w/Bath (Upper Level)
- Lower Level Twin Room
- Lower Level Queen Bedroom
- Screened Porch
- Owners Club
- Galena Territory Marina
- Lake Galena
- Shenandoah Riding Center, Trail rides and lead line for young riders
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