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Summerdale Cottage - Huge Galena Territory Retreat

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Exterior
A living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a large wall clock, and a potted plant.
A wooden staircase with a black and white bull head artwork above a fireplace.
A pool table with a pool cue, a billiards rack, and a framed artwork on the wall.
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

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

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

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

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About the area

Galena

The Galena Territory, a neighbourhood in Galena, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Horseshoe Mound, while Grant Home and West Street Sculpture Park are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park.
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Map
Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grant Home - 8 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 8 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 23 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 33 min drive - 49.7 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blaum Bros Public House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Galena's Kandy Kitchen - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summerdale Cottage - Huge Galena Territory Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Summerdale Cottage - Huge Galena Territory Retreat?

As of 7 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summerdale Cottage - Huge Galena Territory Retreat on 9 Nov 2026 start from £1,593, 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.

How much is parking at Summerdale Cottage - Huge Galena Territory Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summerdale Cottage - Huge Galena Territory Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summerdale Cottage - Huge Galena Territory Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summerdale Cottage - Huge Galena Territory Retreat located?

Located in Galena, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Linmar Gardens and Grant Park. West Street Sculpture Park and Horseshoe Mound are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home for large families. Super cozy spaces, comfortable beds, and well appointed. Host was super responsive and great to work with. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2026
Dave, we enjoyed hosting you and your family! You're welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot.

We had a wonderful weekend spring break getaway. The house was perfect for our two families. We loved everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar 2023
A wise man once said that guests who leave several well-built snowmen in the front yard are automatically really good people. I know this because that wise man was me, and it was said when I pulled in the driveway about 10 minutes ago. Thanks for staying at our house, Betsy--and please give our best to your landscape architects! (Please come back when the snow melts. as we have flower beds that could use some attention.)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Stay in the Galena Territory

This home has lots of space to spread out as well as being clean and family friendly. The location is great and convenient to get into town. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back again. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay

Fantastic stay, Robert was very accommodating and great communication. The home was better than expected, exceeded my expectations. Very clean, spacious, the decks are awesome….just can’t say enough good things. Will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2023
It was great dealing with Derek and Robyn! They not only left the house spotless, but they also left Klondike bars. We could pay it forward and leave them for the next group, but probably won't. We're looking forward to having this group return soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful & Fun Property

This home was perfect to enjoy with a group of friends. It had everything we needed and was set up nicely to entertain. Check in and communication with the owner was a breeze!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2023
It was a pleasure to have Amanda and her friends kick off our Summer season! They left the place clean and in perfect shape, and we hope they come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kisha’s Birthday Weekend Get-A-Way

We Loved It….Clean, Comfortable, Relaxing Environment It was everything I wanted. The host was great very accommodating. I would definitely recommend this location to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2023
Thanks, Lakisha! It was truly great working with you, and we're glad your birthday weekend was a success. It's been said that when you celebrate your birthday at the same vacation home each year, you never really age. We don't know who actually said it, but it makes sense. So please hurry back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visited for a mom’s book club getaway weekend and everything was exceptional start to finish! Robert was extremely responsive, kind, and helpful in all of his communications. The house is very well appointed and perfectly located for a group that wants to enjoy the beauty of the Driftless with close proximity to downtown Galena. We had 7 adults and could’ve easily accommodated 15 comfortably (plus they would’ve been well prepared to handle that many with enough towels, plates, silverware, cups, etc). We had a chef come cook dinner and the setup was perfect! We will definitely be renting again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2026
Kirby, thank you for kind words! It's been a pleasure working with you from the start, and we're looking forward to welcoming you and your group again. (And bring 15 next time--we can handle it!)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous!!

This place was incredible!! It was clean, comfortable, huge, great views, and wonderful amenities! Rob was extremely accommodating responsive! 0 recommend and we would all love to stay there again, zero complaints!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2023
Holly and her group were easy to deal with and provided fantastic communication. We’re definitely having a huge winning streak with hosting the best people! Holly, please come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas

This was a great place for my family and I to get together for the holidays. The host was great and accommodate us with last minute requests. We will be back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2022
Destany and her family were our second group of guests. She provided great communication and was very understanding of the fact that we’re still rookies. Definitely hope to host her again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Home

We had a great time in the house and enjoyed the different amenities (board games, PS4, shuffleboard, pool, a bar area. Kids liked sledding in the yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2023
It was a pleasure working with Stacey and her group. We had a few minor post-construction issues, and they rolled with it while letting us get things worked out. Stacey is the kind of guest who makes us want to hand out gift bags afterwards. We still don't, but if we ever start we'll make it retroactive--because of Stacey. We're looking forward to hosting Stacey and her people again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas

We loved the house location and size. We had 9 adults, 2 kids and a dog. We all had our own rooms and plenty of space to spread out. The owners were awesome to work with and very helpful. We will definitely come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2023
Darla had but one request from the outset:: leave the Christmas tree up. We love guests who encourage procrastination, so we hope she makes an annual visit to mark the end of each holiday season! Darla, we're glad the house worked so well for you and your family, and we look forward to hosting you guys often.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for a big family gathering

House was great for 5 adults and 6 young adults. Lots of space. Walking distance to Country Store. Dining room table big enough for the whole group. Great all around experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2023
Tim, thanks for the good review and for taking such good care of the place. Hope to host you guys again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Host & Great House!

Robert was the best! He was very quick on responses, a great communicator, friendly, accommodative, and thoughtful. The house was very clean and homey. The recent home updates were fantastic. We had the best time and I would recommend staying here to anyone. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2023
Matt, thanks for the review. (You're right about everything!) It was really fun dealing with you guys, and we hope you make several returns. Over and over, we're scared when we see "guys' weekend" in the opening communication. It turns out that "well-trained guys weekend" is way more accurate. You're breaking barriers for the rest of us! Please come back over and over. We really appreciate guests like you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

50th Wedding Anniversary

We had 8 adults and 4 kids stay on property for a 50th wedding anniversary for my folks. The property was clean and perfect for our family! We golfed and we used the Owner's Club to swim with the kids. We catered in dinner and huge dining table made it so much better than going out to eat. We took full advantage of space and all the amenities. The hospitality of the owner was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
It was great working with Jill! She didn't ask for much and was so easy to please. We'd love to host 1000 guests just like her. If she doesn't come back we'll be devastated. (Jill, I'm serious. Come back often!)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect guys getaway weekend

Can't say enough about this property and the owner. The absolute best communication I've experienced before, during and after. The house is in a prime location and is enormous, with room enough for any size group. Another bonus is with the dedicated bar, game rooms, fire pit and close to the house hot tub this is definitely an ideal year round place as there is plenty to do even in the dead of winter. A+ experience and would give 6 stars if I could.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2023
These guys got together to celebrate their “over-the-hill” birthdays—without wives or kids. We expected to find chaos in the aftermath, but it looks like we just hosted a group of Eagle Scouts. Ryan, if you guys don’t come back next year, we’re inviting all your wives instead. But not your kids. So come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house for a Family reunion/event!

We stayed here for a surprise 50th Wedding Anniversary for my parents and everything was perfect! The house is huge and has enough private areas for individual families- each bedroom has an en suite, there are multiple living areas, etc., but there’s also plenty of group gathering space! Combine all that with the amazing views of the golf course and surrounding woods, the most attentive and helpful owner I’ve worked with on VRBO and all the amenities of the Galena Territory Owners Club, and you’ve got a recipe for FUN!!!! We will most definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2023
No, Jennie isn't my mom. It's a real review, and she's way too young. Anyway, Jennie was particular about finding the right house for their big day, and we're so glad we got to host. Jennie and her beautiful family are a fun group, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay!!!

The house has had some great upgrades since the pictures were posted and has a fully stocked kitchen! Literally anything you could imagine, they have! Newly finished game room was a hit and a great location!! So many options for people to gather inside the house and on the various porches outside. Hot tub was also a bonus! Robert was super responsive to any questions and left a nice note and sweet treat upon our arrival! We can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2023
Confession: Someone gave me a box of chocolates. Since I was doing keto, I just left them for Tina and her crew to try and score points. Now I'm worried that everyone will expect chocolates; therefore, I'm done with keto. Otherwise, Tina was really fun to host. She took great care of the place, and communication with her was easy. helpful and even fun. Come back soon, Tina! We'll have trail mix waiting for you. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cindy

The property was amazing, plenty of room for each group to have their own space. Everything was nice and clean. The popcorn machine was a hit, nice feature. The coffee bar was a busy place in the morning. The host was very conscientious and kept our comfort his priority! We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2023
Cindy is fantastic! We did a stealth rollout of our new gourmet ice cube feature for Cindy’s stay, and she gave kudos within hours of checking in. Even had she not, we’d like her because she took great care of the place. (But that’s a common trait of people who appreciate good ice.) Come back soon, Cindy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic family time in Galena

We had a wonderful time staying here. The house was immaculate (probably cleanest we have ever had with VRBO), beautifully decorated, beds were so comfortable, and plenty of room for all of family. It is difficult to get us all together now and this place worked superbly. Robert is a fantastic host. Quick answers to all our questions, and super fast response on any items that came up. We got plenty of steps in this vacation and loved it!😃 The grandkids all want to come back! Thanks so much for everything, Robert!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
This one was interesting. The fridge was relatively new but it stopped working. We replaced it the following morning. We were embarrassed. While we were removing the bad fridge, we came back to find Tim’s wife sweeping the area before we slid the new one in. Tim was removing packaging and tape. His wife offered us some homemade delicacies. We want Tim and his family to come back. And we want to hang out with them while they’re here. These are genuinely first-class people, and are the kind of guests that make this such a fun and rewarding endeavor. And if anyone wants a broken fridge, please reach out.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family ski trip

We stayed here for our family Christmas ski trip. The location in the Territories was perfect. It’s a super convenient location within the territories. The property changed ownership right before our visit. The new owner was fantastic! He communicated with us prior to the trip ensuring we knew all information needed prior to entering the property. He also was quick and attentive with any and all questions we asked during the stay! I’ll even give him extra credit points for sending us snow for our ski trip. :) There were plenty of extra sleeping spaces (4 futons) for our kids! Wonder stay!! Will be coming back for sure on our next family ski vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2022
Emily and her family are the best guests to stay in a short term rental in the entire history of guests and short term rentals. It’s one thing to strip the beds, but to take everything to the laundry room, sort it and fire up the machines is over the top. It was such a pleasure to host them, and I look forward to them becoming regulars.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location, Perfect Stay, Perfect Expereince!

My fiancé and I (along with other family) stayed here during our wedding week in Galena, and it was hands down the greatest VRBO experience we've had. Robert made the process as stress-free as possible. From the moment we booked, he was kind, thoughtful, and extremely responsive. We arrived at the house late at night and were so happy to find a welcome card with some drinks and treats. The house was extremely clean, with room for everyone to spread out and enjoy themselves. Having a bathroom attached to each room is a huge perk! We felt like we were living in luxury for a week - The best view, close to anything we may need, yet also far away from any other neighbors. I would recommend this place to anyone, you can't go wrong! Thank you Robert, for making our time in Galena so special!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
After hosting Katarina it was immediately obvious why her new husband snatched her up. She’s a gem, and Tyler needs to reward her with annual visits to our house to show her how much he appreciates her. Congratulations. you two! We’ll get to work on baby-proofing the place. (Ditto for puppies. We love puppies.)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Back 14 Years Later

We stayed in this house when our sons were teenagers. This trip, our grandchildren were also with us. A few family members stayed a couple of nights as well. Each room having its own attached bathroom is so nice. The beds were comfy, the game room was fun, the screened porch off the kitchen was a favorite gathering spot to sit and visit and enjoy the birds chirping in the nearby trees, plenty of extra sheets and towels... I could go on, but, basically, everything was great! I cannot imagine a nicer host than Robert. He has been excellent to deal with. He responded quickly to my texts and exceeded my expectations as a host. His humorous and friendly nature is well suited for hosting. We plan to return again, but much sooner next time.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2023
Always wanted to have guests who showed up without fanfare and used their vacation time to paint, refinish hardwood floors and replace the roof. Hasn’t happened, but Laurie came. She’s way better. Laurie, our door is always open for you. Unless other people are here. Please, please hurry back! And I’m not crying. It’s just allergies.
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