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The Downtown House - 1820s home steps from Main Street in downtown Galena

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A two-story building with a porch, a chimney, and a small garden area with potted plants.
Living area
Private kitchen
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a fireplace with a TV mounted above it.
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Grant Home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Dowling House
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Market House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (upstairs loft area)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

2nd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

First floor

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Downtown House - 1820s home steps from Main Street in downtown Galena

Just steps from Main Street in downtown Galena, this beautifully rehabbed 1820s vacation rental home sleeps up to 7 people.

There is 1 reserved parking space for guests.

The kitchen is fully stocked with pots & pans, dishes, toaster, blender, Crockpot and more. There is a standard coffee maker. Coffee/tea and cream are provided. There is a washer and dryer (and detergent) if you need it for your personal use. Don't worry about washing the sheets and towels. That's my job :)

Enjoy the back deck that overlooks Main Street, central air conditioning, high-speed WiFi, board games, disco light, Bluetooth stereo and a streaming-ready/smart TV

There is a king bed in the master bedroom. The second bedroom upstairs is more of a loft setup and has 2 XL twin beds (no door and serves as access to the master bedroom). There is a twin bed (with an additional trundle) in the main floor bedroom and the living room has a sleeper sofa.

Bedding, towels, soap, shampoo/conditioner, hair dryer and an iron are also provided.




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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note that there is a staircase to 2nd floor
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Events

No events allowed
Parties are OK if the occupancy is kept to 7
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please note that VRBO isn't set up to collect the city occupancy tax of 5%, so that will be collected at some point during your stay. Thanks!
To prevent fraudulent bookings, I will ask you for a scanned copy of your driver's license or other photo government ID before I confirm the booking.
Guests must agree to $500 in property damage protection. VRBO will NOT charge your card unless documented damage occurs during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1322046vb
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
Note from host: Parties are OK if the occupancy is kept to 7
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Galena

Located in Galena, this holiday home is in the city centre. Horseshoe Mound and Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park.
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Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Old Blacksmith Shop - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dowling House - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Market House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grant Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Downtown House - 1820s home steps from Main Street in downtown Galena pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Downtown House - 1820s home steps from Main Street in downtown Galena?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Downtown House - 1820s home steps from Main Street in downtown Galena?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Downtown House - 1820s home steps from Main Street in downtown Galena?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Downtown House - 1820s home steps from Main Street in downtown Galena located?

Located in Galena Historic District, this holiday home is steps away from Dowling House and Old Blacksmith Shop. Old Market House and Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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. 54 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Comfortable decor. Lauren has all the points covered in case anything pops up. She is very helpful and accessible to any questions that I had. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is roomy with a great kitchen and location. Didn’t need to drive anywhere in town, except grocery store, and really enjoyed our time spent there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ann m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Downtown House is a block off Main Street. It is very accessible to shops, and it is easy to get to HWY 20 and grocery stores, gas stations, and the very interesting Galena Center of the Arts. It offers a parking space which is helpful since many visitors are parking on the nearby streets. Our hostess, Lauren was wonderful. I highly reccommend this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John and Kay D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and handy place - walked everywhere
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAGNY P.

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

Charming house with a perfect location!

We had such a great time visiting Galena and staying in this house steps away from Main Street! Loved people watching from the deck. The house was clean, charming and everything we hoped it would be!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee K.

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

Wonderful host

The home was beautiful and spotless. Lauren was one of the best host we’ve had!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Great location for ski trip!

Cute, cozy, comfortable house with a great location. Stayed with my family for a few days to go skiing at Chestnut Mountain. Less than a block from several restaurants, which was much appreciated after a long day on the slopes. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee N.

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

Lovely Home. Great location

Stay was wonderful. Lauren and Dan were wonderful hosts. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in and out were seemless. The house is super clean, adorable and had all of the amenities and then some. The owners thought of everything. We also spent a lot of time on the cozy back deck. We love visiting Galena and will definitely rent this amazing home again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

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

Girls weekend

Perfect for us 6 girls.. so close to the main strip, was able to walk everywhere. House was adorable & clean. Would recommend/stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is in the absolute perfect location for a girls weekend, 1 block from shopping & restaurants. Around the corner from great LIVE music on Fri & Sat. Enjoyed the back porch for some R & R time before dinner. Walking the levy to Grant Park was also awesome! Can't wait to return!Lauren is one of the best VRBO hosts, I have ever dealt with, communicated quickly. Shared suggestions, everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

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

Great Location

A cozy home with a great location. Host was responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent U.

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

Downtown house in Galena.

Very nice property!!! Very clean, close to downtown & had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen T.

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

Girls weekend

The home is perfect for a Galena getaway. Close to shopping, restaurants and Galena events.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karlene G.

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

Great stay!

The place was perfect for our group! Close to everything! A bonus was the dog next door who was a sweetie! (Miley)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Girls Weekend

This property was in a perfect location. It was very clean and had many great updates. I would recommend this property for anyone who wants a fun girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY G.

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

Perfect!!!

House and location can't be beat! Lauren is an excellent host! House was immaculate!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a group of six adults celebrating a 60th birthday working with Lauren was easy and seamless. The home is so cute and located perfectly within walking distance to all of downtown Galena’s historical shops, restaurants and bars. Lauren stocks this home with many starters and lots of extras. Every guest from our group stated they would rent this home again to enjoy all that Galena has to offer. It should be mentioned that the upper bedroom with twin beds is a walk through to the master bedroom. And the downstairs bathroom is a beautiful clawfoot tub that offers a hand held sprayer for showering, however there is no curtain to actually stand and shower. The designated parking spot is down the street but an easy walk, we pulled up to the home to unload and load with our hazards on and had no issues.With that said, no one from our group was bothered by the mentions above; however if you have difficulties, limitations or are handicap this may not be the rental for you.We really enjoyed the large round table to play games, talk, eat breakfast and our night time snacks. The back porch was great for early morning coffee & watch it rain. Lauren also is an artist with some of her work for sale, two of us purchased some of her beautiful work.Thanks again Lauren for sharing your lovely home with us. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

50th birthday get away

This was the perfect property for us. Once we arrived and parked the car we didn’t have to drive anywhere. We were able to walk Main Street and we were located just steps from several of our favorite restaurants and wineries. We enjoyed the fact there were enough beds for all of us and 2 bathrooms as well. The house was very well stocked and we enjoyed the extra blankets and pillows for movie night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

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

Great house, greater location

Perfect location in downtown Galena a short walk to shopping, restaurants and nightlife. The house was perfect for my family of 5 with a bed for everyone. We cooked Thanksgiving dinner in the well stocked kitchen and had no problem finding whatever utensil or pot/pan that we needed. The house was very clean and stocked with towels, soap, shampoo, etc... We will not hesitate to rent it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline G.

Perfect place for a getaway. Beautiful house so close to downtown.

For our second annual family lady’s trip to Galena we decided to stay at Lauren’s house. The house is beautiful and cozy with enough space to accommodate all seven of us and two babies. We were within walking distance of the downtown strip, I was shocked at how close we were. The house had a coffee pot, board games, and a tv we couldn’t have asked for anything more. Lauren was friendly, responsive, and left easy instructions and information for us. There was a cute back porch perfect for people watching and blowing bubbles. Parking was easy to find and being so close to everything none of us moved our cars the entire weekend because we didn’t have to. Everything about this place was great. I would 100% stay here again and I actually probably will.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for booking my house. You were wonderful to work with and left my house in great shape. I would love to have you back for your 3rd annual family trip -- or maybe even sooner!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

Girls Trip Advenfure

We thoroughly enjoyed this house. Check in was easy and were offered a late check out due to the owners schedule, which we had not requested. How nice! The house is so very cute, well equipped, and we felt right at home. We couldn’t have asked for a better location as we were shopping and spending most of our time downtown. We were just a couple blocks from the main shopping h and dining areas. The bedroom layout worked well for us 4 girls, and we could have easily had a few more in our group. The two bathrooms are small but have all the updated amenities you would need. We highly recommmend this home and would reserve again. Oh, did I mention the disco ball!!! Thank you Lauren for putting together such a great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2023
Thank you for taking such good care of my home. It was a pleasure to have you stay! And I am glad you enjoyed the disco ball. It’s a new addition :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is in the best location for visiting Galena. One block off Main Street made it great! The house was very clean and as described in the listing. We were a group of 7 and loved it! 10/10 recommend adding wig night to your next trip agenda. So much fun and we got lots of compliments at dinner and on Main St.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and beautiful home!! We had everything we needed and more! Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Comfortable and clean

Lauren’s home was very clean and nicely furnished. Air conditioning was set just right with fans in each room for more air flow which was helpful in the upstairs bedrooms. The kitchen was stocked well with appliances and utensils. Great location for heading down to the Main street in Galena. Lauren gave tips for parking and bypassing construction. We enjoyed our stay in this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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