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The Cottage on Lake Galena

Waterfront holiday home with fitness centre and indoor pool

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Cottage Patio Lake View
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Galena Cottage 1
Cottage Back Patio
Cottage Front Porch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 41200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Guilford Township, IL
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Cottage on Lake Galena

( Also please see our sister property VRBO listing # 3731275 )

Cozy, romantic lakeside cottage with unmatched, pristine lake view and privacy in the heart of the resort.

Loaded with amenities; fireplace in each bedroom and in living room, hot tub in very private setting on lake, stereo throughout, TV/internet, fully equipped kitchen, authentic handcrafted log /stone construction.

Available as a 1 bedroom or two bedroom stay accommodating 1 to 4 adult persons. Average rate of $290 per night for a 1 bedroom (1-2 person) and additional $50 per night per person for second bedroom. The entire cottage is available to our guests whether it's a 1 or 2 bedroom rental we simply close off the unused bedroom/bath if rented as a 1 bedroom. Main level bedroom has a queen sized bed and upper level master suite has a king sized bed. One bedroom occupancy includes upper master suite unless otherwise requested for main level.

Low season non-weekend dates negotiable. Contact owner
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Galena

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in The Galena Territory, a neighbourhood in Galena. Grant Home and West Street Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Guilford Township, IL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Grant Home - 16 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 16 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Old Market House - 17 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Dowling House - 17 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Grape Escape - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cottage on Lake Galena have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is The Cottage on Lake Galena pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cottage on Lake Galena?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage on Lake Galena?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage on Lake Galena?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage on Lake Galena located?

Located in The Galena Territory, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, Grant Home and Grant Park. Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 269 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 269 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 269 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 269 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 269 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was absolutely amazing! It was so cute clean and comfortable with the most beautiful views. I didn’t want to leave. Definitely planning a return trip already!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna H.

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

Amazing Getaway

We had an amazing stay. The view and amenities are top notch. Mike was so kind and very responsive . We will be staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fantastic property and our vacation experience was absolutely PHENOMENAL!!! We will be booking an extended stay at The Cottage on the Lake for next summer very soon. On a scale of "10" -- the property, the vacation experience and the property owner all earn a "15" from us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cody G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was amazing. Unfortunately the hot tube didn’t work. I would recommend going and experiencing the cottage. I plan to go back next summer beings our family enjoys to golf. The owner was very friendly and easy to get along with. He answered any questions I had. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Van C.

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

Great Experience

My wife and I had a wonderful stay. The house was clean and well stocked , and the location was outstanding. Wonderful views inside and out. Would go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray H.

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

Weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay, the house was very clean and everything was as pictured in the listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Galena Log Cabin

NIcely located and appointed log cabin with a lake view in the Grand Geneva Resort. Close to Resort amenities and old town Galena and historic sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason n.

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

Weekend getaway

Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Great log cabin.

Authentic log cabin. Quiet and private location overlooking the lake. We will be back for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary c.

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

Amazing!!

Such a beautiful getaway with scenic views! We absolutely loved it and will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen A.

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

Breathtaking views

The cabin was beautiful and perfect! The back porch with the breathtaking views is peaceful and relaxing! Perfect for a quiet, relaxing and romantic getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy E.

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

Great weekend.

Beautiful house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

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

Outstanding

The property was outstanding! These ease of check in and check out was great. If your looking for a quiet get away with great views, this place is for you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas J.

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

Beautiful home

My wife and I stayed at the property for her 40th birthday celebration and we could not have been happier with the home. Very clean, amazing views and very peaceful. Home is just as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

escape

Pictures did not show how spacious and open this lovely cabin is. I can't wait for a return trip! If i could say one thing that would have made it better, it would be a king size bed in downstairs bedroom.Everything else was PERFECT!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ali m.

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

Romantic getaway

The property was absolutely beautiful and the location was exceptionally private. My husband and I stayed four nights, mainly as an opportunity to relax, reset and enjoy each other, away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. This was the PERFECT setting as it is nestled in a serene landscape of trees, water and nature. We thoroughly enjoyed the cozy architecture of the log cabin, and picturesque view of Lake Galena on the large covered deck (that has a hot tub!). The location was close enough to Galena to make popping in to town for dinner or drinks very easy. Another plus was the full service spa just a few minutes away. The property was very clean, and we appreciated there wasn’t a long list of checkout duties. We didn’t have any issues while staying there so I can’t comment to owner responsiveness, but pre check in communication was timely and thorough. We recommend this property to anyone looking to get away with their significant other. We would rebook in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is beautiful and very clean. Great location with a wonderful view of the lake. Will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this cottage! We had a great stay! The view is fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage! Quiet and comfortable. We hope to return and have already recommended to other :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

zack v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Place was fantastic. Will recommend to anyone venturing to Galena. The only issue was a bit far from the downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful and relaxing. Completely private. Beautiful view of the lake. Hot tub completes it. A favorite destination of ours .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cottage was beautiful with an outstanding view of Lake Galena. The kitchen is well stocked with all the supplies we needed and the Wi-Fi access was excellent since we had several business zoom meetings during our stay. Michael (owner) is awesome with information coming in plenty of time. Overall I would highly recommend this cottage if you are staying near Galena.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bgrad

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This gorgeous property tucked away on Lake Geneva was a wonderful place to stay with friends. The view of the lake and the cottage itself were perfect. The cottage is spacious, comfortable, and clean. The kitchen had everything we needed along with easy to use appliances. We enjoyed the hot tub and appreciated having the beach towels. The back porch overlooking the lake is a great spot for morning coffee, conversation and we even lucked out with a firework show one night! Check-in/out were seamless. Honorable mention: Mike quickly alerted me that I had left my purse on the porch when we left and was kind enough to keep it secure for me until I could retrieve it. Greatly appreciated! We all agreed that we would all stay at the cottage again. I can only imagine how beautiful it must be in the Fall.
Sunset view from the porch
View of the fireworks from the porch later that night!
Morning coffee view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Gorgeous View, Beautiful Cottage, Lovely Neighborhood, Close to Galena

I rented this cottage for me and my Mom for an important anniversary, and it did not disappoint! Relaxing on the deck and taking in the view was a highlight. The house was incredibly clean, had everything we needed and felt luxurious. I enjoyed the trails around the neighborhood, and we took advantage of the Stonedrift Spa. It's about 10 minutes into Galena, and we spent time enjoying the shops and eating wonderful food. We almost had a hot air balloon ride, which was also inside the neighborhood, but the weather didn't cooperate. I highly recommend the cottage and we will definitely be back. Oh, and Mike was great to work with and super responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SteveDarla K.

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

Friends Getaway

Celebrated a 40th Wedding Anniversary and a retirement on our weekend. Enjoyed sitting on the back porch, loving the view and listening to the birds sing. Very relaxing. The house was a perfect size for the 4 of us!! Enjoyed very much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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