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Private Retreat, Hot Tub, Games, Pool Access

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Living area
Living area
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Indoor Heated Pool (located at the Owners Club)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Grant Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Market House
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Dowling House
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

Game Room Loft

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Private Retreat, Hot Tub, Games, Pool Access

Welcome to the Ravine Lodge! Your transitional modern escape in the Galena Territory! Soak up the serenity in this newly updated and furnished home. Guest will enjoy year round adventure and access to resort-like amenities.

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is ideal for families and groups up to 8 (sleeps 7 adults comfortably). You’ll share a spacious cozy living room with picturesque views and a scenic electric fireplace. Prepare your favorite meals in the fully stocked kitchen or bring the cooking outside and fire up the grill. Enjoy main level indoor and outdoor dining spaces and a 3 seasons room. All bedrooms are located on the lower level. On the upper level you’ll find a game room and pull out sleeper sofa (full). End your nights in your private backyard 7 person hot tub!

Living room and all bedrooms have a smart Roku TV. Enjoy high speed fiber internet during your stay!


Main Level:
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
3 Seasons Room
Deck with stairs to lower level & hot tub
Full Bathroom with shower

Lower Level:
Master Bedroom with King bed, ensuite full bathroom with tub/shower and access to outdoors and hot tub
Guest Bedroom with King bed
Guest Bedroom with Queen bed
Guest Bathroom with shower
Laundry room

Upper Loft:
Game room
Sleeper sofa (full)

**For same day booking/check-in please send an inquiry to confirm check-in time**

Purchasing travel insurance during checking out is recommended as we do not have a COVID or weather cancellation policy
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Galena

The Galena Territory, a neighbourhood in Galena, is home to this holiday home. Old Market House and Dowling House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Horseshoe Mound and Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve. Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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What's nearby

  • Old Blacksmith Shop - 8 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Grant Park - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Old Market House - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Dowling House - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 10 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blaum Bros Public House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬11 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the accommodations. They met all of our needs during our stay. Brittany was the best host we have ever had!! She responded immediately to any questions and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect. I am very grateful for her!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you are looking for a great plac
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was gorgeous and had everything we needed! Kitchen had everything for cooking/baking supplies, apart from dessert pans. Hot tub was very luxurious and was enjoyed every night. 10/10 recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled you loved the home and enjoyed the hot tub each night. We truly appreciate the recommendation and would love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eve O.

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

Perfect and relaxing

The property had everything our family needed to have fun and relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kassidy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
The check in process was incredibly easy and the host was very responsive. We were a bit disappointed by the overall condition of the house, the back deck, and screened in porch as the screens were torn in many areas and the door from the porch to the deck was broke with huge holes so we couldn't even enjoy sitting outside without the annoyance of a lot bugs. The area was quiet and we never used the community amenities as there were a few miles away, which would have been nice to know at the time of booking. Also, all 3 bedrooms were in the basement and the heating/cooling system did not seem very efficient or regulated as it was about 60 degrees down there while it was 70 degrees on the main floor. Overall 3/5.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2026
Thank you for your feedback and for staying with us. We’re glad to hear the check-in process was easy and that you found us responsive throughout your stay. We do want to clarify a few things for future guests. The Galena Territory is a very large 6,800-acre community, so the Owner’s Club and pool are centrally located within the Territory rather than directly next to each home. (thegalenaterritory.com) Regarding the bedroom layout, the home’s listing description and photos do note that the bedrooms are located on the lower level. During cooler months, there can naturally be some temperature variation between levels since heat rises, which is why we provide individual space heaters in each bedroom for added comfort. We also appreciate you bringing the deck concerns to our attention. Some deck and screened porch maintenance is already in progress, and we’re continuing to make improvements to those outdoor spaces. Thank you again for your stay and feedback as we continue working to improve the guest experience.
Verified

8/10 Good

srinivas d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The property is clean and the living room is spacious for playing games together. The bedrooms are in the basement and were really cold because of the draft. The bathrooms are a little outdated. The house has plenty of games and activities for a family gathering. The outdoor space would be nice in warm weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Girls Get Away

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was everything you said it would be! We loved the Galena Territory!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Birthday Weekend

The property was secluded enough for some privacy. The kitchen was well stocked, and there was numerous inside and outside activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

family trip

We only had two things that were an issue. One was the towels. 7 adults for 3 days and only 6 towels. There should have been a better option here. Had to do laundry on my trip. Not the best. Also, the garbage restrictions were inconvenient. 8 people, cooked 6 meals there and only two bags of garbage. That was weird. The house was great, the back porch was the best. We loved staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hi Nancy, I apologize for the amount of towels that were provided for you. That was definitely a mistake and I would have gladly had that taken care of if you had reached out. Unfortunately, the territory does not have a pickup service for trash so we need to limit the amount of bags our guest leave behind. Many home rentals in the territory allow none. The refuse center is a couple minutes down the road for easy trash drop off. Glad you enjoyed your time at the Ravine Lodge! Hope you’ll consider staying again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ravine Lodge is an absolute must. Booking to departure was seamless with clear communication. Ravine is super clean and has everything needed and more as far as towels, toiletries, seating, and kitchen supplies!We love all the wildlife we saw from the back deck. Starlings, Orioles, mama deer and baby, bunnies, turkeys, etc.The patio is great for enjoying brilliant sunsets and the screened in porch allowed us to complete paint-by-numbers without insect interference while keeping dry from the rain. All my girlfriends commented how comfy the beds are, sleeping like champions. Also, preserving the integrity of the sky - no outside lights- was awesome! We were able to see so many stars and constellations. The space is large and with three bathrooms, we got ready in a jiffy and made the stunning trek to downtown Galena. The hot tub is well-maintained and a delight to sit in with friends, reminiscing and enjoying the calm and quiet was a treat!!!!The pool was beautiful. We were lucky enough to have this all to ourselves. What fun!I'm love Ravine Lodge and cannot wait to return! Brittany allowed us a 1230 check-out as this time worked for housekeeping. This allowed extra time to enjoy the still and continue our art project. I never expect a late check-out as I know there is a quick turnaround time for other guests' arrival. We are grateful for the extension!The Ravine is the cat's meow! We heard plenty of catbirds too!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2026
Wow…thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful and wonderful review! We are so happy to hear you had such a relaxing and memorable stay at Ravine Lodge. It truly means so much to us that you enjoyed your time at the property and all it has to offer. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back the next time you’re planning a Galena getaway. You were wonderful guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet. While we were there during the week, it was perfect. Probably the best thing was the comfortable furniture and bedding, I can’t tell you how many places we’ve stayed at with no comfortable place to sit.Ample kitchen supplies for cooking anything you enjoy. Something to note is that all bedrooms are on the lower level (Stairs). Very good accommodation for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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