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Enjoy Our Hideaway! Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Games, Woodburning Fireplace & MORE+

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Game room
Property grounds
Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Game room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Gym
    Gym

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Enjoy Our Hideaway! Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Games, Woodburning Fireplace & MORE+

Our beautiful High Ridge Hideaway is just 3 miles to the GTA Owners Club and 20 mins to Downtown Galena. This home does not allow pets. Also, no events are permitted to be hosted in our home. Maximum Occupancy is 8 guests at any time.

This 3-bedroom 3.5 bath home has ample space for you to enjoy with your friends and family. This amazing home is in the Shenandoah section of the The Galena Territory & just minutes from the Shenandoah Riding Center w/access to nature trails literally
outside our door. Our home's main living area has an open kitchen, dining room and living room w/gas fireplace, flat screen TV and huge windows that provides an airy feel with views to the outdoors. In addition to the open concept living on the main floor there is a
full-size laundry room and a powder room off of the kitchen. The master bedroom is also on the main level and has an en suite bathroom with soaking tub and Smart TV for streaming. The main level keeps on giving with a screened in porch, propane gas grill and deck. Your group will love the upper-level lofted area which affords you extra space to relax and play featuring an arcade game (with 3,000 games), foosball table and board games. It will become a favorite spot during your stay! The remaining sleeping is in the lower level, there are two additional bedrooms opposite of each other both feature smart TVs for streaming. One bedroom features a king bed and twin, and the other has a queen bed and twin, both with their own bathrooms. There is a second family room with flat screen TV and sofa sleeper in the lower level as well. You will then have access to the great outdoor amenities from the sliding glass doors. The hot tub is just a few steps out and is open all year round so you can enjoy the private, wooded view from the tub or start a fire in the NEW fire pit! **More great perks - your stay will benefit the use of our 2-car garage, a New Keurig coffee machine and new Primary bedroom furniture and linens.

Enjoy Access to the GTA Owners Club while staying with us. The indoor pool is open year-round and the outdoor pool is open Memorial Day - Labor Day. The club is an exclusive amenity that can be used by only Galena Territory property owners and their guests. The Owner's Club includes an indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool w/slides, a kiddie pool, fitness room, game room, indoor/outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts and seasonal snack bar. Don't forget to visit Lake Galena, The Shenandoah Riding
Center and hiking trails throughout the 6,800-acre property.

Disclaimer: You may not have enough cards for your entire group. Guest passes can be purchased for just $5 a day at the GTA admin office or pool entrance, staying with us grants you access, it may not be free. Please remember usage of the amenities is never guaranteed. We do not discount or refund due their closure. When you book a home with us we will require 30% down, this is a payment not a deposit. The full balance is due 14 days prior to check in. If you cancel prior to the 14 days, you will receive the first payment less a $35 cancellation fee. At the 14 day mark your stay will become non-refundable and dates cannot be adjusted. Your payments will automatically be processed to the card you place on file at the time of booking. Your rental agreement (sent after booking) will reflect the due dates and amounts.

Please Note: You will be required to sign an electronic rental agreement at the time of booking, we ask this be signed and filed within 48 hours of receiving to guarantee your reservation. You must be 25 or older at the time of booking. Please Note - there are no exceptions to our cancellation policy-we highly recommend travel insurance.

Check in details are emailed to you 3 days prior to arrival. This includes the home's address, the access code and other home/area information. Early check in is not available from June-Oct. When available it cannot be considered until the night before or morning of your arrival and is NEVER guaranteed. The check in details will cover this process.

Property manager

Vacation Homes of Galena by A Great Escape!

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Sledding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2395 sq ft (223 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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1929-146256

About the neighborhood

Map
Galena, Illinois

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Grant Home - 20 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 20 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Dowling House - 21 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 36 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galena Territory Owners' Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Old School Saloon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Woodlands Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Jack's Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Duallys - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Enjoy Our Hideaway! Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Games, Woodburning Fireplace & MORE+ have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Enjoy Our Hideaway! Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Games, Woodburning Fireplace & MORE+ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy Our Hideaway! Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Games, Woodburning Fireplace & MORE+?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy Our Hideaway! Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Games, Woodburning Fireplace & MORE+?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy Our Hideaway! Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Games, Woodburning Fireplace & MORE+ located?

Located in The Galena Territory, this vacation home is 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and within 12 mi (20 km) of Apple Canyon Lake and Apple River Fort. Grant Home and Grant Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Enjoy Our Hideaway! Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Games, Woodburning Fireplace & MORE+ Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Austin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A relaxing weekend
The property was a hidden gem. Clean and well kept. The beds were amazingly comfortable. The hot tub was so relaxing after a day of golf. The fire pit and seating is so nice and welcoming. Neighbors are close, but you can't even tell. Love this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Fall Trip
Property was perfect! It was exactly as listed. We had all the comforts of home. The beds were comfortable and there was plenty of room for our family. The game room, hot tub, and fire pit provided hours of entertainment, and the proximity to Galena was nice. Excellent communication with the host!! Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginny M., Madison, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home
This house was so well appointed and nicely decorated. We drove into Galena (about 5 miles) one day but mostly stayed in the house. Nice outdoor furniture and a great fire pit. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful and well-designed space
We had a great time at this giant, well appointed home. The decor suited our tastes and the beds were fantastic. Guidelines and instructions were clear and the kitchen had everything we could have wanted, all clean and in good working order. We relaxed, we cooked, and we ate and drank until we were stuffed. The perks of the game machine and football table were appreciated by the younger crowd, as was the woodland setting by the older folk. Overall, we loved this place and hope to come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl trip
Fit out needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Galena get away
Stayed here for the second time since we liked it so much, access to the club is a major selling point with access to 3 pools, a gym and basketball court. One negative is the fire pit. Great pit but the wood is usually a little wet since it is stored outside and doesn't dry as fast as you would like. We brought our own bundle this time so we could get a fire started.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Had a great time! Perfect house for the 6 of us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay with our Teenagers!
We had a group of 6 kids ranging from 9 years old to 17 years old! They loved the game room and the hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mendi, Naperville, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Retreat
This house had all the things. I rented this house for 6 women for our yearly friends retreat, in Galena. First, the house was very clean with crisp white linens and towels, even the ceiling fans were relatively dust free! The house had a transitional style decor which is not the usual in the Galena area. The several gathering areas were spacious yet cozy, enough living room, dining room, patio chairs, hot tub space, bathrooms, and sleeping space for everyone. This area of Galena is on the south side of the territories which happens to be my preferred side as it is a little quieter and more spaced out. There was a trail head directly off the back yard! The house even had a map of the trails which was super helpful. A lot of small touches that made the house feel homey. The only thing that was a tad confusing is that the property manager utilizes their own web app and email system for communication instead of the VRBO platform. Regardless, the information in the managements app was very detailed. We will be booking this for next year as soon as we get our dates set.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great choice for VRBO
Beautiful inside and out. 8 adults had plenty of room. Game room is a blast! We had Foosball tournaments. Played their games and our own board games both in cool loft game room, kitchen table and out on deck. Again plenty of room for 8. Cards cards cards too! So many laughs. Bonfires, smores made at firepit. More than enough room due to 5 chairs and rocks cleverly laid for optimal seating. Day trip to downtown but spent most of our time making memories at the house. We would definately go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was one of the best stays in the Territory
We have stayed at least 10 different houses in Galena Territory and this was our most favorite. We had 2 of our older kids, 20 & 23 and then our 20 month old and 5 year old and my folks too. It was perfect! The fire pit was lovely and looked really new, and the hot tub was nice too the boys loved it. It was really setup well with all 3 bedrooms having their own full bathroom. The game room upstairs was super fun too, I can't remember the last time I played Pac Man :-) thank you for a lovely time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness
High Ridge in Galena
Property was great, access to the club is a plus, close to Galena and restaurants and there is a BBQ grill and hot tub, all excellent. Only downside is the fire wood supplied for the fire pit. Like little trees and no kindling to start any kind of fire. We had to go buy firewood, not expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wowza!
This property is beautiful! Well maintained, with lots of thoughtful extras! Five of us enjoyed every minute here, and can't wait to return! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway for families and couples.
My wife and I enjoyed our stay. Lots of space, comfy beds and couches, great game loft, and large hot tub. Easy to get to many activities in the Galena territory. Owners were clear with instructions for arrival and departure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girlfriend Getaway
The five of us thoroughly enjoyed two nights at this rental. There were enough beds and baths to accommodate us and the kitchen was well equipped for preparing meals. The woods behind the house made for a serene backdrop for enjoying time on the deck and in the hot tub. I would definitely recommend staying at this home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing getaway
We brought our boys to Galena for a quick trip over Spring Break. Every part of the house was perfect for our needs; game room, hot tub, beds in rooms, access to pools, etc. We will absolutely be staying at this house again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break family getaway
Our group before adults and four kids ages 3-7 really enjoyed this property. This is year two of a new tradition, a spring break trip to somewhere close to home with a hot tub and activities for kids and adults. The house was perfect, clean, modern. We took advantage of the Galena territory owners club, which the kids loved. The hills and countryside around the property are breathtaking. We enjoyed checking out the shops in Galena, and had dinner at Dirty Hurts one night, and Cajun Jacks another. Highly recommend both! We didn't require any correspondence with the property host. The hospitality app for managing our stay is a little glitchy. The chlorine in the hot tub was a little too strong. Overall, however, a perfect stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
The house was amazing and location the best. Pictures where spot on. Loved all the little extras. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful but lacked communication
As VRBO property owners we were very disappointed in the lack of communication . We rent our property 250 nights per year and we check in with our guests and communicate with them from reservation to departure. We answer text and phone calls within an hour and we are 6 hours away from our property. We asked several questions via email and never received responses. The home was clean and beautiful and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karla G.

Fun Stay
We had a great time. With bedrooms being on different floors, the house afforded privacy. The screened in deck/patio area was a favorite. Generally, the home was clean - although the master bathroom could have been cleaned better and the house smelled like cigarette smoke when we first arrived. The smoke smell went away within a few hours and wasn't an issue again. The kids loved being able to go to the pool at the owner's club. We had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Retreat
My girlfriends and I needed a girls trip. We enjoyed the property so much! We felt right at home and everyone had enough room to decompress. House is fully stocked with supplies for bigger groups. We will definitely consider this property again on our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James C. C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Summer Weekend in Galena
Driveway had been resurfaced so parked on edge of drive. Not a problem as the property is nicely isolated with only a few other homes in the immediate vicinity. House was gorgeous, immaculate and we had plenty of room. We were going to grill one night but grill wasn’t cleaned. Very minor inconvenience as I didn’t really want to cook anyway. Nice places to eat in Galena and great home base to explore the area and cross the river to Dubuque. Would definitely recommend this place!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Wonderful, clean beautiful home. Very comfy beds. Very quiet. Hot tub and game room were a big hit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Girls’ Trip
The house was great! It was the perfect home for our girls’ trip to Galena. There was plenty of space for everyone, the beds were all comfortable, and we really enjoyed the hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home/Layout
This home was immaculate upon arriving, including deck and hot tub. Fully stocked kitchen. Layout was great for us and the kids - upper level loft for games, yet open to living room and kitchen below, so we never felt "apart". Lower level bedrooms not underground so did not feel like a basement/cold. Heaters in both bedrooms just in case. Linda was very helpful and responsive. The only thing we noticed is pet hair attracting to our clothes, which we all have allergies, so we were sneezing a lot by day 3. Otherwise, it was so clean we didn't notice it right away. The property is listed as "no pets" but there was definitely a dog or cat there previously. That would be the only issue for us due to our allergies. Also, only 1 set of towels per person given and only 1 hand towel per bathroom available. With kids we needed more, even with washing. I would say more towels would be necessary. Other than that - we loved the house!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022