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Living room-upper level
Exterior
New hang out room with fireplace,sleeper sofa ping pong table and darts/basement
Outdoor spa tub
New hang out room in the basement

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom Master

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sweet Retreat -hot tub,fire pit,pet friendly,access to pools ,outdoor games

Perfect getaway pet friendly house with 4 bedroom,4 bath home with new hot tub, ping pong table and fire pit it is a great place to enjoy time with your family and your pet on this stay .The house sits on 1,5 acre lot in very quiet neighborhood .Great for running around with your pet or playing a fun yard games .Enjoy the sound of the creek or catch horseback rides through the trees on the trails behind the home. All the guests of the house gets passes to Galena Territory Associated to enjoy indoor ,outdoor pools ,tennis courts ,basketball , fitness center ,fishing ,boating ,over 24 miles of trails and a game room. The house is located 1 mile from the Shenandoah Riding Center ,11 miles from downtown Galena and 13 miles from Chestnut Mountain.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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 10:00 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: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
We charge 150$ per first dog, second dog 100$
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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
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 and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Galena

The Galena Territory, a neighborhood in Galena, is home to this vacation home. Grant Home and Washburne House Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Horseshoe Mound. Traveling with kids? Consider Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 12 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 26 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 33 min drive - 43.4 km
  • Q Casino - 36 min drive - 47.3 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunset Grille - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪The Summit Food & Spirits - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Woodlands Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Blaum Bros. Distilling Co. - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Country Store - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sweet Retreat -hot tub,fire pit,pet friendly,access to pools ,outdoor games have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sweet Retreat -hot tub,fire pit,pet friendly,access to pools ,outdoor games ?

As of Mar 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweet Retreat -hot tub,fire pit,pet friendly,access to pools ,outdoor games on Apr 1, 2026 start from $486, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sweet Retreat -hot tub,fire pit,pet friendly,access to pools ,outdoor games pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sweet Retreat -hot tub,fire pit,pet friendly,access to pools ,outdoor games ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet Retreat -hot tub,fire pit,pet friendly,access to pools ,outdoor games ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sweet Retreat -hot tub,fire pit,pet friendly,access to pools ,outdoor games located?

Located in Galena, this family-friendly vacation home is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Linmar Gardens and Grant Park. West Street Sculpture Park and Apple Canyon Lake are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very welcoming environment. Our family had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

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

Fun getaway

This is our second time staying at this home! We enjoy how cozy it is and the friendliness of the host!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda E.

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

Girl's weekend.

Overall a great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Family trip

This was our second stay at the beautiful home. We booked it for a family get together. It was clean and homey, with plenty of room for 10 of us. We enjoyed the games, hot tub, and clubhouse access.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen n.

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

Loved it!

Family of 9. We loved all of the outdoor toys, the yard is huge with a volleyball net and fire pit with plenty of chairs. House is set up great for a big group. We have been to 7 different houses and this was our favorite!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

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

Great family stay

We had a wonderful time with family celebrating my Dad’s birthday. The family room downstairs served as a great “quiet” spot after lunch. We look forward to our next trip. Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeni R.

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

Great weekend

Very nice house with lots of space. Plenty of room for our extended family to gather.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mona T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at this house. We stayed three nights in the fall. We enjoyed every minute of our time spent at the house. We played games on the huge kitchen table, napped on the screened porch, roasted marshmellows at the fire pit, played cards on the deck under the umbrella and visited the farmers market at the owner's club on Sunday. The house is clean, beds are comfortable and it had everything we needed plus. My grandson was sad; he did not want to leave. We would love to cone back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura I.

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

Highly Recommend

We had a group of 10 girls who all loved this property! Beautiful setting, great amenities, excellent communication. Hope to go back with some family and kids in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C., Illinois

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

Girls weekend!

We had a great time! 8 of us stayed very comfortably in this VRBO. Location was great, just a 15 minute drive to the downtown Galena area. We felt extremely safe. House was very clean and perfect for our girls weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn F.

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

Excellent space

Plenty of space, appreciated a bathroom for each bedroom. Living area upstairs was very bright and spacious. The yard was amazing for our Standard Poodle, he had a blast! The hot tub was in a convenient location for a cold weekend. Will definitely rebooked.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janusz B.

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

Shanties

Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

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

Perfect for a Ski Weekend

A group of friends and I came up for a skiing weekend at Chestnut Mountain and this house was the perfect home base! We had an amazing visit- the house was very clean, Anna was very prompt with responding to questions, and we had a great time using the hot tub and ping pong table. I would highly recommend this property and when we have our ski trip next year, would love to return to this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carleen M.

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

Operation: Relaxation!

The Sweet Retreat was fantastic! What a great property in the territories. My husband and I recharged our internal batteries this past week. Hot tub was awesome and fire pit was fun. 10 out of 10, would recommend it for anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful home in a great location

Sorry we forgot to sign the guest book. We had a great time and the home is fantastic. There were six adults and we had plenty of room. Got to use the fire pit and the hot tub. Overall great weekend. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Beautiful setting, beautiful home!

Our family of 10 booked the home for a ski trip. Unfortunately, the ski slopes were closed, so we spent our 2 nights and days at this house. It was everything the listing promised and more! We hiked around the area, enjoyed the hot tub, games and ping pong table provided, and visited the complimentary clubhouse. We look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

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

A wonderful get away.

A quiet retreat with a lovely view. Far enough away from our cares so that we could relax, but close enough to town so we didn't need to cook every night. The host was responsive to a issue that arose and quickly had it resolved before it became a problem. We are already thinking about going back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Beautiful memories in Galena

We spent our kids Spring Break here - ages 4-9 - and loved it. Anna was amazingly communicative both leading up to and during our stay. Upon arrival, the property was spotless, smelled great, and a few lovely treats were put out for our family (wine for adults, s’mores supplies for kids). Our intent was to disconnect with some space and quiet, but the technology in the house was also super helpful. WiFi was fast and TVs were great! Hot tub also a perfect add for the cooler March weather. Loved our stay and look forward to hopefully returning in the warmer Summer months.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice house & kind owners

The house is nicely laid out with a bathroom for each bedroom and a large living room area on both floors. The owners were prompt to respond to questions. This property allows small dogs so I was able to bring my senior dog. This does also mean there might be other pet dander in the home, my friend who is allergic to cats had her allergies flare up. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mona T.

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

FAMILY TIME

We stayed five nights and had a great time. House was clean and had everything we needed. We used all five beds and all of us thought our beds were comfy with no complaints. The Sunday Farmers Market was a nice extra right there in the territory. We used owner's club pool and galena city pool, both were very nice. Great little coffee shop in Elizabeth. Elizabeth has a nice splash for the kids and a bar with the best burgers. I think they called it Small Town. Galena is always fun with so much to do. It was really crowded on the weekend; Monday was much better. Tuesdays is the day when most things are closed downtown. Overall great trip. Only complaint were the knats when you were outdoors. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

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