Dog-Friendly Galena Retreat | Hot Tub · Firepit · Shuffleboard · Sleeps 8

The Nest is a 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom dog-friendly wooded retreat in The Galena Territory — built for dogs and their people. Couples, families with kids, or mixed groups who want peace, privacy, and the option to bring the pup. Private hot tub, two wood-burning fireplaces, fire pit + fire table, tucked into the trees, and a shuffleboard in the second living room -- perfect for the kids!

Guests consistently highlight how clean, comfortable, and peaceful the home feels, with the hot tub and wooded setting as standouts.

KEY FEATURES

• Sleeps up to 8 (2 kings, 1 queen, twin bunk)
• 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | 3 levels
• Private hot tub (year-round) on the lower-level walkout deck
• Two wood-burning fireplaces (main + lower level)
• Shuffleboard in the lower-level game space
• Screened porch adjoining the deck
• Deck with gas grill, fire table, and refreshed outdoor furniture
• Wood-burning fire pit in the woods
• Smart TVs in every bedroom + both living rooms
• Fast WiFi
• Washer & dryer

THE HOME

Bedrooms and Bathrooms (each bedroom has a dedicated bathroom)

Upper — Primary Bedroom: king bed with ensuite bathroom
Main — Bedroom 2: king bed with a bathroom just outside the room
Lower — Bedroom 3: queen bed + twin bunk bed with adjacent bathroom (bunk ideal for kids or teens)
Comfortably sleeps up to 6 adults in the adult beds; 8 total with the bunk for kids

Living and Entertaining

• Main-level living room: large sectional couch, wood-burning fireplace, Smart TV
• Lower-level second living room: wood-burning fireplace, Smart TV, shuffleboard, foosball
• Full kitchen with drip coffee, Keurig, and filters — dining seats 8
• Smart TVs in every bedroom (bring your logins)
• Fast WiFi

Outdoor Spaces

• Private hot tub on the lower-level walkout deck
• Screened porch (opens onto the deck)
• Deck with a gas grill, fire table, and refreshed outdoor furniture
• Wood-burning fire pit in the woods

GALENA TERRITORY OWNERS CLUB — INCLUDED WITH EVERY STAY Indoor pool (year-round) + outdoor pool (Memorial Day–Labor Day), fitness center, Lake Galena Marina, 20+ miles of trails, pickleball, Shenandoah Riding Center. Six Owner's Club passes provided (additional day passes available; passes required for ages 5+).

GOLF Discounted tee times at Eagle Ridge's four championship courses via The Collection's corporate membership — including The General, widely regarded as one of the most scenic courses in Illinois. Reduced-rate rounds available and tee times can be reserved up to three weeks in advance during peak season.

EXPLORE THE REGION

12 min → Downtown Galena Main Street
25 min → Chestnut Mountain Resort
3 hrs → Chicago suburbs

WHY GROUPS CHOOSE THE NEST
✓ Dog-friendly wooded retreat with leash-walk trails right out the door
✓ Comfortable for up to 6 adults in real beds; 2 couples + kids using the bunks
✓ Two full living rooms — one upstairs, one downstairs with shuffleboard
✓ Private hot tub framed by trees
✓ Two wood-burning fireplaces
✓ Fire pit in the woods + fire table on the deck
✓ Discounted Eagle Ridge golf (including The General) with 3-week priority booking
✓ 6 Owner's Club passes included

GOOD TO KNOW

• Best fit: up to 6 adults in the adult beds; 8 total with the bunks for kids or teens. Groups of 8 adults are welcome and will be asked to acknowledge the bunk-bed configuration before check-in.
• Dogs welcome (max 2) — $150/stay pet fee. Guests bring their own leash and supplies. Yard is unfenced; leash walks in the wooded surroundings and the 20+ miles of GTA trails are part of the appeal.
• Primary renter must be 25 or older.
• After booking: rental agreement e-signature + photo of guest ID required within 48 hours. Standard for all Collection properties.
• Three days before arrival: you'll receive an email from The Collection with directions and house manual. One day prior to arrival: you'll receive your unique door code.
• Check-in 4 PM / check-out 11 AM (early check-in / late checkout not confirmed until day before, not guaranteed)
• No smoking or vaping indoors or within 15 ft of windows and doors
• Quiet hours 10 PM–8 AM
• No events or parties
• $500 unauthorized pet fee
• Exterior security camera located at front entry

Our cancellation policy is firm, we highly suggest travel insurance.