An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena

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A two-story stone building with a green porch and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A deck with wicker furniture and a stone wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden cabinets, a kitchen area, and artwork on the walls.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a double sink.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Belvedere Mansion

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Grant Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Galena

Located in Galena, this apartment is in the city centre and on a river. Horseshoe Mound and Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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What's nearby

  • Grant Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Market House - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dowling House - 14 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grant Home - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Blaum Bros Public House - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

As of 3 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena on 30 Nov 2026 start from £165, 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 An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena located?

Located in the heart of Galena, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of West Street Sculpture Park, Linmar Gardens and Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum. Belvedere Mansion and Washburne House Historic Site are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and well kept. Close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice space conveniently located to enjoy downtown Galena. Host was helpful and available for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation was excellent, clean, kitchenette, well supplied, roomy!!The main issue was the noise, on very busy street, loud trucks going by, I would recommend a king size bed. The owner was on the property and delightful to meet, he provided excellent recommendations for restaurants and area attractions!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Very nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place within wking distance to the downtown shops and restaurants. Very clean, cozy and well decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and beautiful place to stay. Nice easy walk to downtown area. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Galena is a wonderful place to explore and the VRBO was in walking distance. Enjoyed our stay and worth coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Really enjoyed our stay here. Easy to walk to most attractions. Breakfast on Sunday was incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was very comfortable, clean and spacious! We had a fantastic time and felt very relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super easy to find. Quiet, large suite really close to downtown Galena. Great price and nice hosts. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the comfortable feeling this unit provided on our snowy visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay in Galena

Very well located right next to main street Galena. Very spacious studio.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Galena Weekend

Very clean and comfortable accommodations that were a convenient walking distance to downtown. The ambiance, delicious breakfast along with a great history lesson generously offered by Charles and Sandy was a pleasant surprise. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Abe’s Spring Street Guest home was a treat. Placed above the active Galena main entrance & in close proximity of Main Street, the studio offered great perspective & restful reprieve. We were able to refresh & restore our energy along with our wellbeing at the guest home. We see the potential of our family filling the multiple units for a meaningful family vacation! Our appreciation to the host & owners: the studio was clean & in great maintenance. We highly recommend the studios if you’re comfortable with steps to the raised studios. Enjoy Galena!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2026
I can’t express to you how much we truly appreciate you and the nice review you gave us. It’s guest like you that make our hosting experience so rewarding. Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect escape

Phenomenal stay in a very spacious and updated modern room accompanied by a delectable breakfast in the beer cave on Sunday mornin!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely!!

We had a great stay! Charles and Sandy are wonderful hosts! Our room was spacious and very clean! The breakfast in the brewery room was stunning and perfect for our Valentine’s Day getaway! Go for a stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable Art-filled Rooms Near Main Street

The room was perfect for two. If you stay two nights, make sure to take advantage of Charlie and Sandra’s free breakfast in their renovated brewing cellar for a delicious meal and a fascinated piece of Galena history.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
By busy road trying to sleep was crazy had to buy ear plugs for next night, all night long traffic going by and loud. Otherwise room is nice, is studio not 1 bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Halloween in Galena

We loved our stay at Abe's Spring Street Guest House. The studio is decorated with beautiful artwork and the location is perfect for walking downtown. The breakfast was unexpected and wonderful - we enjoyed learning about the history of the building and the food was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary

Great host. Online information was accurate. Also served a great breakfast on Sunday morning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly Recommend

Very nice property! Comfortable, clean and updated. Loved the big windows and natural light. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful space in a charming historic building

Studio apartment with soaring ceilings and skylights, on top of an old Galena brewery, walking distance to downtown. Beautiful artwork in the unit. The host was extremely communicative and easy to work with. The business as a whole is called the Abe's Spring Street Guesthouse if you would like to check them out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean, laid out nicely, great size and overall beautiful and comfortable. We like to sit outside and have coffee or enjoy a drink in the evening and the property was on a busy street. That was our only drawback. You could not, however, hear the street noise while in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

More than I expected!

First of all, this room was about 3x the size I thought it was going to be (bonus!). It was spotless. Walking distance to downtown Galena was awesome because I didn’t have to deal with parking. The breakfast on Sunday morning in the 1850 cellar was divine—I keep telling people it was the best omelette I’ve ever had, in the most beautiful setting with elevated service.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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