Snug 3 BR Cabin Hideaway • Private Hot Tub • Dog Friendly

Galena, Illinois
$339 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to Waterford Den! Experience the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort in this beautiful 1,800-square-foot log home nestled in the Galena Territory. You’ll love the warm, rustic feel paired with modern amenities that make this home both cozy and convenient.

Please note that as of 2026, the home is professionally managed by a property management team. When reading past reviews, keep in mind that guests can now expect improved communication, excellent housekeeping, and a hot tub that is available year-round for your enjoyment

**Enjoy Golf Benefits** Guests of this home have access to our Golf Membership at Eagle Ridge, which provides preferred rates and tee times at The General, The North Course, and the South Course! Contact us for details.

Main Level
Step into the breathtaking great room featuring a soaring 22-foot knotty pine cathedral ceiling, hand-peeled collar ties, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling window that fills the space with natural light. Cozy up by the corner stone gas fireplace while enjoying the flat-screen TV/DVD. The kitchen includes a working island with seating and opens to a dining area with a table that comfortably seats eight—perfect for meals and game nights. A full-size laundry room adds extra convenience. Just off the great room, you’ll find the large primary bedroom with a King bed. This bedroom and the Queen bedrrom next to it share the hallway full bathroom. Step outside to enjoy the screened-in porch and deck, or unwind on the patio in the private hot tub. The large, level backyard is ideal for kids’ outdoor play and family fun.

Upper Level
The open loft at the top of the stairs overlooks the great room and serves as an additional sitting and sleeping area, complete with a queen sleeper sofa and TV/DVD. The upper level also features a private Queen bedroom with it's own bathroom located in the loft.

We do allow dogs at our home. Please no more than two pooches at a time during your stay. We will ask you to sign an additional form to allow your pet and there will be an additional $150 pet fee per stay. This is not a deposit and will not be returned. There will be additional fees charged if your pet causes any damage or if additional cleaning is necessary for your pet after your stay. We would love to host you and your dogs!

You will have 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 through Labor Day. The club is an exclusive amenity that can be used by only Galena Territory property owners and their guests. The Owners' Club includes an indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool w/slides, a kiddie pool, fitness room, game room, indoor/outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts, seasonal snack bar, free WiFi and outdoor playground. Don't forget to visit Lake Galena, The Shenandoah Riding Center and hiking trails throughout the 6,800-acre property. 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 before check-in. If you cancel before 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 when 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 and present the entire stay. Our cancellation policy is NOT flexible. We highly recommend travel insurance. Travel insurance is offered at the time of booking and up until 15 days before check-in. The provider is CSA.

Check-in details are sent to the email on file three days before your arrival. This includes the home's address, the access code, and other pertinent home/area information. Early check-in is never guaranteed and cannot be considered until the night before or the morning of your arrival. The check-in details will cover this process.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1800 Sq Ft (167 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Patio
  • POOL/SPA

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

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    2 Outdoor Pickleball Courts Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Casino Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golf Privileges Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Mountain Biking Nearby Sledding Nearby Snow Sports Gear Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Hospital On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Chef Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 Stairs To Reach Property Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators 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

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Kelsey J.

    Submitted Feb 17, 2026

    Stayed Jan 30, 2026

    The property manager was very responsive. We enjoyed the hot tub, and didn't run into many concerns dueing our stay. The pull-out couch worked fine for a 4th bed.

  • Sonia E.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2026

    Stayed Dec 12, 2025

    The host seemed great to begin with, however once we arrived and discovered that the hot tub was not in working order, her interaction was not adequate.

  • Jennifer T.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Great location and enjoyed our stay with friends!Some improvements needed-only one light bulb working in the main room out of three, fire extinguishers out of date and no charged, and dead mouse in a trap in laundry room.

  • Debbie M.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    We enjoyed the house and it served our needs. The leaves were beautiful. The house was very comfortable.It would have been helpful to have maps or information on where the trails were to.walk to the lake. This was our first trip to the Galena Territory.

  • ShirleyJean W.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    A great place to escape the every day hustle and bustle. It was quiet. Very peaceful and serene. No one was using the unit prior to our arrival so the manager let us arrive any time we'd like. No other place has given us that opportunity and we really appreciated it.

  • Jennie K.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Very pretty. Comfortable beds. Great deck.

  • Elvis L.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    Really nice place

  • Iosif V.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2025

    Stayed Dec 29, 2024

    We had a very nice family gathering for New Years. Some people will say that the cabin looks old and required some upgrades but for us was okay and we liked the price. Overall the cabin was okay and we enjoyed staying here.

  • Beatriz L.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 31, 2024

    This was a weekend get away for my coworkers and I. The property was clean. The sleeping accommodations were comfortable. The area was quiet.

  • Tracey A.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    The house was nice enough, but the online description said 6 keys for clubhouse and there were only 5 and we had 6 people, advertised 2 futons in the loft and there was only one couch, and one of the main reasons we picked this house is because our boys 21 and 18 both loved the whirlpool last year. Which, when they went to use it didn't turn on. We tried the breakers and my husband even unscrewed the panel to find the breaker or GFI inside the whirlpool, we had one ages ago, and none of the fixed and turned on the whirlpool. We called the owner around 8pm on our check in day and she gave me the number for the manager, I called and he said to do all the things that we already did but I did them again just to be sure, and then he said he would come out the next day in the afternoon. He did come out the next day in the afternoon and did all the things we had done, checked everything we had checked and said, well, we tried and left. :-( there was no trying besides all the things we did. So, no whirlpool the 3 days; 2 nights we were there and one of our boys slept on the floor in the loft because of the lack of additional futon or couch to sleep on. It was disappointing for our yearly trip to Galena over the last 21 years, and we have stayed at many houses in the territory, this was one we will not repeat. Just be cautious it may not be what is advertised.

  • Linda J.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2024

    Stayed Jul 9, 2024

    The house was very nice, well furnished with dishes, towels, kitchen needs, etc. The trail to the lake was not walkable. We were not aware the lake does not allow swimming. One of the toilets did not flush, but after notifying the management, the issue was resolved quickly. We enjoyed the use of the grill and hot tub. The refrigerator water and ice were not connected and there was no notice to that effect. There were conflicting check out times on the internet and the papers at the house.

  • Jill C.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jul 1, 2024

    House really some repairs and upgrades. Coffee pot took over 1hr to brew a pot of coffee, Freezer didn’t keep things frozen, upstairs toilet didn’t flush right, shower leaked into downstairs bathroom ceiling when in use. No instructions in house on how to access pool or marina. Very few towels. Was only left with 5 access cards for pool when we had 6 family members, had to pay $5 each time for all 6 of us to go to pool. Communication with homeowner was not good. I left messages with her on wondering what to do with linens when leaving she never replied. Galena was very nice but disappointed with house.

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