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The Cottage on Lake Galena

Waterfront vacation home with an indoor pool and a hot tub

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 41200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Guilford Township, IL
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Cottage on Lake Galena

( Also please see our sister property VRBO listing # 3731275 ). Cozy, romantic lakeside cottage with unmatched, pristine lake view and privacy in the heart of the resort. Loaded with amenities; fireplace in each bedroom and in living room, hot tub in very private setting on lake, stereo throughout, TV/internet, fully equipped kitchen, authentic handcrafted log /stone construction. Available as a 1 or 2 bedroom occupancy accommodating 1 to 4 adult persons. Maximum of 2 persons per bedroom. Average base rate of $290 per night for a 1 bedroom (1-2 person). An additional $50 per night per person base rate applies for the second bedroom with bathroom . All main spaces of this stand alone cottage is available to our guests whether it's a 1 or 2 bedroom rental. We simply close off the unused second bedroom/bath if rented as a 1 bedroom. Main level bedroom has a queen sized bed and upper level master suite has a king sized bed. One bedroom occupancy includes upper master suite unless otherwise requested for main level.Low season non-weekend dates negotiable. Contact owner
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Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor Space

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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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No 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
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

About the neighborhood

Galena

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in The Galena Territory, a neighborhood in Galena. Grant Home and West Street Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Guilford Township, IL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Grant Home - 16 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 16 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Grant Park - 16 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Old Market House - 17 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cottage on Lake Galena have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is The Cottage on Lake Galena pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage on Lake Galena?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage on Lake Galena?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage on Lake Galena located?

Located in The Galena Territory, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, Grant Home, and Grant Park. Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 273 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathan 'Scott' J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I enjoyed this beautiful lodge and we had a tranquil, silent night for our Christmas stay. We cannot say enough in praise of this place!
The only soul my wife and I saw on Christmas other than each other - which for this one single day - was heaven.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy beds, house was clean & spacious. Porch was heavenly!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this cottage! We had a great stay! The view is fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cody G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was amazing. Unfortunately the hot tube didn’t work. I would recommend going and experiencing the cottage. I plan to go back next summer beings our family enjoys to golf. The owner was very friendly and easy to get along with. He answered any questions I had. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was absolutely amazing! It was so cute clean and comfortable with the most beautiful views. I didn’t want to leave. Definitely planning a return trip already!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

zack v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Place was fantastic. Will recommend to anyone venturing to Galena. The only issue was a bit far from the downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage! Quiet and comfortable. We hope to return and have already recommended to other :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful and relaxing. Completely private. Beautiful view of the lake. Hot tub completes it. A favorite destination of ours .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cottage was beautiful with an outstanding view of Lake Galena. The kitchen is well stocked with all the supplies we needed and the Wi-Fi access was excellent since we had several business zoom meetings during our stay. Michael (owner) is awesome with information coming in plenty of time. Overall I would highly recommend this cottage if you are staying near Galena.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna H.

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

Amazing Getaway

We had an amazing stay. The view and amenities are top notch. Mike was so kind and very responsive . We will be staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fantastic property and our vacation experience was absolutely PHENOMENAL!!! We will be booking an extended stay at The Cottage on the Lake for next summer very soon. On a scale of "10" -- the property, the vacation experience and the property owner all earn a "15" from us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

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

Summer Relax

Great view and super quiet. We really felt at peace.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy E.

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

Fantastic stay

We really enjoyed our 3 night stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

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

Great View

The house was wonderful, and the view was even better.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SteveDarla K.

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

Friends Getaway

Celebrated a 40th Wedding Anniversary and a retirement on our weekend. Enjoyed sitting on the back porch, loving the view and listening to the birds sing. Very relaxing. The house was a perfect size for the 4 of us!! Enjoyed very much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas J.

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

Weekend getaway

This is our second stay at the property. Once again, we could not be happier. Love staying and enjoying every aspect of the home. Thank you for being gracious hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Van C.

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

Great Experience

My wife and I had a wonderful stay. The house was clean and well stocked , and the location was outstanding. Wonderful views inside and out. Would go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

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

30th Anniversary Getaway

I can't say enough good things about The Cottage on Lake Galena. My wife and I have stayed at a number of houses in the Territories over the years and this is one of our favorite. Great views, fireplaces, hot tub, easy check-in and more. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

B I.

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

Beautiful

It was a beautiful properry
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Galena getaway

The cottage was perfect! Beautiful view of the lake. All the amenities you could need and very clean. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bgrad

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This gorgeous property tucked away on Lake Geneva was a wonderful place to stay with friends. The view of the lake and the cottage itself were perfect. The cottage is spacious, comfortable, and clean. The kitchen had everything we needed along with easy to use appliances. We enjoyed the hot tub and appreciated having the beach towels. The back porch overlooking the lake is a great spot for morning coffee, conversation and we even lucked out with a firework show one night! Check-in/out were seamless. Honorable mention: Mike quickly alerted me that I had left my purse on the porch when we left and was kind enough to keep it secure for me until I could retrieve it. Greatly appreciated! We all agreed that we would all stay at the cottage again. I can only imagine how beautiful it must be in the Fall.
Sunset view from the porch
View of the fireworks from the porch later that night!
Morning coffee view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Gorgeous Cabin With A View

This cabin was very spacious. We loved the deck and the view of Lake Galena. Great for a quiet getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Gorgeous View, Beautiful Cottage, Lovely Neighborhood, Close to Galena

I rented this cottage for me and my Mom for an important anniversary, and it did not disappoint! Relaxing on the deck and taking in the view was a highlight. The house was incredibly clean, had everything we needed and felt luxurious. I enjoyed the trails around the neighborhood, and we took advantage of the Stonedrift Spa. It's about 10 minutes into Galena, and we spent time enjoying the shops and eating wonderful food. We almost had a hot air balloon ride, which was also inside the neighborhood, but the weather didn't cooperate. I highly recommend the cottage and we will definitely be back. Oh, and Mike was great to work with and super responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

Outstanding!

10/10 - clean, great views, perfect anniversary retreat. You will love staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

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

Beautiful House

This is the perfect place for a quiet get away. The outside deck is so private and enjoyable. Location to downtown is perfect. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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