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At the Edge of the Woods ~ Dog Friendly & Family Friendly

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Nestled in a stand of Aspens
Welcome! The living room w/ wood burning fireplace
Kitchen
Open concept - Dining Room & Kitchen
Screen porch with grill
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Map
Galena, IL
  • Popular LocationEagle Ridge Resort15 min drive
  • Popular LocationBelvedere Mansion18 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrant Park18 min drive
  • AirportDubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

At the Edge of the Woods ~ Dog Friendly & Family Friendly

Relax with your loved ones (bring 1 furry friend included in your stay the second is a $50 pet fee) at the peaceful Aspen House.
A Miner's Cottage nestled in a beautiful stand of aspen trees = a quiet retreat just for you!
The property is surrounded by protected wooded green space with the Taylor Run trail adjacent on the northwest side. The Owners Club, pools & lake are accessible by hiking/ 5 minute drive.
Enjoy bird watching, fishing, hiking and picnicking without driving anywhere!

Property manager

Hailey Bernal
Premier Host
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Languages

Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Galena

This vacation home is located in The Galena Territory, a neighborhood in Galena, and is in a rural area and on a lake. Old Market House and Dowling House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eagle Ridge Resort and Galena Golf Club. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort - 15 min drive
  • Old Market House - 16 min drive
  • Belvedere Mansion - 18 min drive
  • Grant Park - 18 min drive
  • Grant Home - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Galena Territory Owners' Club - 6 min drive
  • Kaladi's 925 Coffee Bar - 17 min drive
  • Fried Green Tomatoes - 17 min drive
  • Galena Brewing - 16 min drive
  • Bread & Vine - 17 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy getaway for a girls weekend in Galena
Great location close to Galena but still away from everything. Perfect for our group of 5 adult women (late-30s) to celebrate a friends recent marriage.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Madison, WI USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing getaway
This place is a treasure. My husband, teen age son and our dog stayed at Aspen House for nearly a week and we truly did not want to leave. It was so comfortable, quiet and private yet only 15 minutes from Downtown Galena. Right outside the door were miles of beautiful hiking trails. We enjoyed the firepit and relaxing on the screened porch and as others have said, there are wonderful, comfortable spaces to gather or to be alone. Communication was fantastic. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reagan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't ask for more
This was a cute little house in the woods, near hiking trails and nice amenities. A short 15 minute drive to Galena. Everything was clean and Hailey, the host, was quick to respond to any messages.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Quiet clean everything you need. Wonderful porch secluded woods. Trails. Comfortable beds. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family new year stay
So relaxing, loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Hailey Bernal

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Born and raised in Jo Daviess county, Galena country will always be my home. I have enjoyed years of travel around the world and am delighted to share the beauty and serenity of the Driftless region with guests. As a parent to small children I have worked to create a family friendly retreat. I look forward to hosting your group and am happy to offer ideas and suggestions for unique activities in and around Galena!

Why they chose this property

This is NOT a townhome with any attached property. The entire house and property will be yours during your stay! It is located on one acre.

What makes this property unique

Guests will enjoy 4 complimentary guest passes to access all the amenities at the Galena Territory Association Owners Club. This includes the indoor / outdoor pool as well as game room, gym and fitness center.

Lake Galena is an easy .5 mile walk down the adjacent Taylor Run trail.
No need to drive!
At the Marina you will be able to rent a kayak or canoe and enjoy a picnic on the lake! (picnic back packs included with your stay but rentals’ are at guests’ cost)

The first pet is included in your stay - for a second pet there is a non refundable $50 pet fee. Sorry only 2 dogs max.

Languages:

Spanish

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