Galena Retreat | Hot Tub, Firepit, 3BR/3BA, Dog-Friendly, & Shuffleboard

Galena, Illinois
$405 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

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Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Cozy Galena Retreat | Hot Tub | Firepit | Dog-Friendly

Enjoy access to discounted golf at Eagle Ridge’s championship courses, including The General—widely regarded as one of the most scenic courses in Illinois. Guests can purchase reduced-rate rounds and reserve tee times up to three weeks in advance, giving you priority access during peak season. Inquire for details.

Welcome to The Nest, a warm and inviting 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in The Galena Territory—perfect for families, couples, and small groups looking to relax and reconnect.

Guests consistently highlight how clean, comfortable, and peaceful the home feels, with the hot tub and wooded setting being standout features.

Key Features
• Sleeps up to 8 guests
• 3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
• 2 King beds, 1 Queen, Twin bunk beds
• Private hot tub (year-round)
• Firepit + wooded outdoor setting
• Shuffleboard & foosball
• Smart TVs in living room + all bedrooms (bring your logins)
• Fast WiFi
• Washer & dryer

Layout & Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 8)

Upper Level
• Primary Bedroom: King bed + ensuite bathroom

Main Level
• Bedroom 2: King bed with bathroom just outside the room
• Spacious living room with large sectional couch, fireplace, and Smart TV
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Access to a screened porch and deck with a gas grill

Lower Level
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed + twin bunk beds with adjacent bathroom
• Second living room featuing another wood-burning fireplace, Smart TV, and games
• Walkout to the Hot Tub and cozy firepit area

Each bedroom has a dedicated bathroom nearby, making the layout comfortable and convenient for groups without requiring bathroom sharing. Bunk beds are best suited for kids or teens.

Location & Amenities

Located in the heart of The Galena Territory
• Near Eagle Ridge Resort & golf courses
• 10–15 minutes to Downtown Galena
• Close to dining, wineries, and outdoor activities

Amenity Access
Guests enjoy access to the Galena Territory Owner’s Club, including:

✔ Indoor & outdoor pools*
✔ Fitness center
✔ Tennis & Pickelball courts
✔ Recreation areas
✔ Endless walking and hiking paths
✔ Lake Galena & Marina
✔ Playground for the kids (located at Lake Galena)

* The outdoor pool is typically open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, subject to change. The indoor pool is available year round

Ideal For
✔ Golf trips
✔ Couples traveling together
✔ Families wanting privacy
✔ Weekend getaways from Chicago

Book early—prime dates fill quickly, especially spring through fall.

Other things to note:
Dog-policy: Maximum of 2 allowed + a $150 fee. Renters are liable for any damage caused by their dog and are responsible for picking up and properly disposing of all pet waste. Dogs only, no other pets -- no exceptions.
Cancellation policy: Our cancellation policy is NOT flexible, therefore we highly encourage travel insurance to protect from the unexpected. Travel Insurance can be purchased directly through Vrbo or through us.
Rental Agreement: a rental agreement is required to be signed within 48 hours of booking to secure your stay along providing a picture of your ID. The guest that books the stay is required to sign the agreement and provide the names of all guests staying, and must be present during the entirety of reservation.
Minimum age of Primary Renter: 25
At the time of booking: Accurate guest count is required including number of dogs, if applicable.

Check-in after: 4 PM
Checkout before: 11 AM
*note, early check-in or late checkout cannot be determined until the day before and is not guaranteed.

Three days before your arrival, you will receive a message via VRBO and email with house information, directions, what to bring, and how you will receive your unique door code for your stay.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby Ski Privileges
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2100 Sq Ft (195 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Hot Tub Indoor Pool Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Fishing Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Privileges Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Sledding Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Foosball Table Games Pool Or Billiards Table Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Gina S.

    Submitted Mar 2, 2026

    Stayed Feb 27, 2026

    Everything was great! We had an awesome weekend in Galena. The couch in the living room is super comfy!

  • Tina W.

    Submitted Feb 27, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Lovely house and full of games for the kids! We ended up having to shorten our stay because of family illness, so we hope to return in the future and spend more time on the property.

  • Miroslava R.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    Everything was great! We will come back in the summer for sure! Thank you!

  • Nancy H.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2025

    Stayed Dec 12, 2025

    The home was very warm and inviting and beautifully decorated for the holidays. The house was sufficiently stocked and very clean. I have to say the checkout process was so simple compared to others homes I stayed in. Brian was so responsive. Definitely recommend this property.

  • Sarah K.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Home was very comfortable. It was super clean. And the management was easy to communicate with. Overall it was a great experience.

  • Susan H.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    Wonderful hot tub in nice wooded area. Close to golf and restaurant. Not too far from town. Lots of open group space for togetherness as well as separate areas so people can be separated when they want to. A lovely property.

  • Karn G.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    Cozy

  • Leanne G.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    Had a fantastic stay at the Nest. Home fit us 3 couples perfectly. Enjoyed the location. We were on motorcycles and accommodation had everything we needed.

  • Stephen D.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 1, 2025

    My wife and I recently completed a short notice 4 day getaway at the Nest and had a wonderful time.This home is beautiful, private, nicely appointed (love that leather couch!), and comes with first rate amenities including private patio hot tub, primary bedroom Jacuzzi, and a nice family game room downstairs.Guest access to the Galena Territories club house, pools, fitness center, golf courses, marina ..etc. was a nice added benefit, and historic downtown Galena is a great for exploring funky shops, galleries and dining options.We'll definitely return when we can!

  • Elizabeth F.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 29, 2025

    It is our second time staying here and it is really convenient, and has everything that we needed. Love that they are pet friendly, my dogs are able to hang out by both decks. Love Galena and the territory, my in laws lived there for a long time.The only suggestion will be maybe newer cutting boards . But place is very clean and my family loves to hang around in the living room to watch tv. We really like your place

  • Amy B.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 21, 2025

    We had a great family getaway! The Nest had enough space that we could all be together or have a queit space to ourselves! The hot tub was perfect for relaxing and really taking a moment to step away from work and the daily grind!

  • Alli D.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    We stayed in this house for a family reunion in Galena. It was a nice set up for our family. However, the property is a bit outdated and needs some TLC. Compared to other houses that family members rented it was not as in up-to-date or in nice shape. The experience was very easy and pleasant and with a little refresh we would stay there again.

  • Sandy C.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2025

    Stayed Jun 23, 2025

    We had a great time. The property was very clean and provided everything we needed. All of us enjoyed playing the games provided and we loved the amenities at the clubhouse. All and all a successfull visit with our family.

  • Rosalie L.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    Stayed at The Nest in 2024. As we were on our way home, the grandkids were ready to go back to Galena and wanted to stay at the same place. We went back again this year. It is a relaxing area. We enjoyed the screen in porch for morning coffee, evening wine and family game time.

  • Greg S.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    Very nice property. Attentive during our stay checking to see if we needed anything.

  • Monica H.

    Submitted May 5, 2025

    Stayed Apr 30, 2025

    Everything was amazing! We will definitely return! Thank you for a wonderful time!

  • Spizzzle

    Submitted Apr 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 24, 2025

    Thank you for a hosting a wonderful property. We needed a place for few adults and a couple kids and this location had space to spare! We loved the wooded lot, the soaker whirlpool tub and hot tub. Not to mention the comfy main floor living room with the large TV, great view and super cozy couch!It was our first time to the Galena area and would definitely come back. Access to the Galena Territory amenities was much appreciated and the location was a great home base to explore Galena and the surrounding areas. Thank you so much!

  • Nicole I.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 13, 2025

    This property was the perfect little retreat we needed for our extended weekend away. Nice and quiet neighborhood with indoor amenities for colder weather. Great location with a short drive to all of the local attractions.

  • Carri L.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 2, 2025

    We had never been to Galena and our stay was spontaneous. Brian was EXTREMELY responsive. I booked the house on Sunday and arrived Monday night. The house was very clean and ready for guests. The hot tub was a great amenity. Internet was very fast which was important to me since I work remotely. Location was great. Nice and close to everything Galena had to offer. We can't wait to come back when the weather is nicer and we will definitely book a vacation rental with The Collection Vacation Homes again! Would highly recommend!

  • Katherine B.

    Submitted Mar 4, 2025

    Stayed Feb 28, 2025

    This property was perfect for our 3 day trip to galena. It was located perfectly at 20 minutes from chestnut mountain and 15 minutes from downtown Galena. The space was perfect for 4 younger children to have room to move around and play. We enjoyed being able to make dinner at the house and hang out in the evening. Would definitely come back!

  • Elizabeth C.

    Submitted Jan 18, 2025

    Stayed Jan 3, 2025

    Exactly as described, great house incredibly easy to live in. Host was very responsive; we had an issue with an appliance and it was taken care of swiftly and competently for which we were very grateful. No complaints whatsoever. Thank you!!!

  • Robyn M.

    Submitted Dec 3, 2024

    Stayed Nov 27, 2024

    There was 8 of us from age 5 to 77 for Thanksgiving weekend. The property was clean and had everything we needed. We will definitely stay again!

  • Debora B.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    Very enjoyable easy to get to

  • Jeanine R.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    We had a great stay. Our contact, Brian was in touch to make sure everything was going well, but didn't overdue it. It is a well-maintained, dog-friendly house. As others noted, the drapes and shades need a little updating but that is minor. The kitchen has everything you could need. We appreciated the different living spaces. The basement has a bedroom, bathroom and living area that leads out to the fire pit and hot tub. The main floor has another bedroom, bathroom, large dinning table and access to the deck. There is also a screenend in portch that was greatly appreciated. The upstairs has another bedroom and full bathroom with a jet tub. All the beds were very comfortable. The house sits back off the road a bit so you feel you are secluded in the woods, which is nice. It's a great location as there is a store and restaurant just minutes away or Galena just 15-20 minutes away, depending on traffic. It really is a great house for a family getaway or a Girl's Weekend. I will definitely book again.

  • Laura E.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 13, 2024

    Place was very large, comfortable and clean.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$588+
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