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Adorable Settlement home with seasonal lake and waterfall views
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 6 1080 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Galena, IL
- Eagle Ridge Resort Golf8 min drive
- Grant Home12 min drive
- Belvedere Mansion12 min drive
- Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Main level half bath
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Adorable Settlement home with seasonal lake and waterfall views
Views of the waterfall and lake Galena in the fall, winter and spring. For the spring, summer and fall we have a fire pit and 4 chairs for you to use, just bring along your firewood! We kindly ask that you put the chairs on the gravel next to the deck, the landscapers will not cut the grass if the chairs are in the way. We have a charcoal grill off the back deck. We ask that you bring your own charcoal and clean after each use. This home was just fully remodeled. All new furniture, flooring, cabinets and bathrooms. You will have access to 6 proxy cards to enter into the Owners Club. Parking is on site, WI-FI, all smart TV's to login into your NetFlix acct. Each of the bedrooms has their own private bathroom. The kitchen is stocked with mostly everything you need. Towels, linens, throw blankets, coffee, creamer provided. Toilet paper, paper towels too
*ABSOLUTLY NO SMOKING IN THE HOUSE. IF THERE IS A SMELL OF CIGARETTES, CIGARS, OR MARIJUANA THERE WILL BE A $100 FINE.
* ANY LOST PROXIMITY CARDS WILL COST $50 TO REPLACE.
*Limit of 2 dogs under 25LBS each. There is a $50 per fee per dog.
No cats allowed.
If a pet exceeds the weight limit without approval will result in a $250.00 fine.
*ABSOLUTLY NO SMOKING IN THE HOUSE. IF THERE IS A SMELL OF CIGARETTES, CIGARS, OR MARIJUANA THERE WILL BE A $100 FINE.
* ANY LOST PROXIMITY CARDS WILL COST $50 TO REPLACE.
*Limit of 2 dogs under 25LBS each. There is a $50 per fee per dog.
No cats allowed.
If a pet exceeds the weight limit without approval will result in a $250.00 fine.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Galena
Located in The Galena Territory, a neighbourhood in Galena, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on a river. 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. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.

Galena, IL
What's nearby
- Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
- Grant Home - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
- Belvedere Mansion - 12 min drive - 8.8 km
- Grant Park - 12 min drive - 8.8 km
- Old Market House - 13 min drive - 9.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 14 min drive
- Bread & Vine - 12 min drive
- Galena Roasters - 13 min drive
- Galena Taphouse - 13 min drive
- Durty Gurt's - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
15 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
KARA P.
12 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A relaxing getaway
KARA P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steve R.
4 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Steve R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ted R.
26 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great weekend get away!
Ted R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
kevin M.
17 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski getaway
kevin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karin W., Silver Lake
1 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home away from home
Karin W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay F.
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip
Lindsay F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay Y.
5 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, charming cottage
Lindsay Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy V.
6 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Amy V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tim C.
27 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend in the Galena Territory
Tim C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gloria S.
18 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Updated and clean
Gloria S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bill W.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Bill W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca K.
20 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute little getaway house!
Rebecca K.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
BRETT S.
5 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and Quiet
BRETT S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carol K.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
Carol K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenny E.
22 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy house!
Jenny E.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bill S.
14 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice Weekend Getaway
Bill S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Therese H.
24 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient
Therese H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sue K., New Berlin, WI
29 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home!
Sue K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike D.
17 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and lovely
Mike D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
michael b.
17 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific Stay!
michael b.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jim S.
23 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent- very Excellent property and Stacy could not have been kinder!
Jim S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
8/10 Good
Art and Sue Z.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat Guests
Art and Sue Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jane S.
2 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cottage!
Jane S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jim M.
6 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home for my wife, dog, and me!
Jim M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
About the host
Hosted by Stacy

This is our 3rd property in the Galena Territories that we rent out on VRBO, I have been doing this for 4 years now. We do own the unit right next door 10 Settler if you are looking for 2 places side by side.
Languages:
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