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An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena

Apartment perfectly located for exploring Galena

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Exterior
Interior
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Dowling House
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Galena

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of the apartment, you'll find West Street Sculpture Park and Linmar Gardens. Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum and Belvedere Mansion are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grant Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Market House - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dowling House - 14 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grant Home - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬12 min walk

About this property

An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena

Enjoy our unique private studio apartment, near a unique historic stone house and all things downtown Galena. This beautiful and spacious apartment has a kitchenette, stocked for eating in, with a sink, refrigerator and a microwave. It has a private full bathroom, queen bed and comfy furniture. Additional amenities include an outdoor patio, a gas grill and spa room with sauna. It's a lovely space for couples.
An omelet breakfast, served in the historic ice house, is free to guests who stay two nights on the weekend.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 550 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

NO PETS
No Smoking

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

3458

Frequently asked questions

How close is An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena to the airport?

This apartment is 22.3 mi (28-min drive) away from the Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena on Jun 18, 2026 start from CA $257, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena to downtown Galena?

This apartment is 0.4 mi away from Galena.

An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and beautiful place to stay. Nice easy walk to downtown area. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Galena is a wonderful place to explore and the VRBO was in walking distance. Enjoyed our stay and worth coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tim g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the comfortable feeling this unit provided on our snowy visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super easy to find. Quiet, large suite really close to downtown Galena. Great price and nice hosts. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was very comfortable, clean and spacious! We had a fantastic time and felt very relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis I.

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

Great Stay

Really enjoyed our stay here. Easy to walk to most attractions. Breakfast on Sunday was incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan B.

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

Great place to stay in Galena

Very well located right next to main street Galena. Very spacious studio.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie F.

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

Galena Weekend

Very clean and comfortable accommodations that were a convenient walking distance to downtown. The ambiance, delicious breakfast along with a great history lesson generously offered by Charles and Sandy was a pleasant surprise. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Lovely!!

We had a great stay! Charles and Sandy are wonderful hosts! Our room was spacious and very clean! The breakfast in the brewery room was stunning and perfect for our Valentine’s Day getaway! Go for a stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane R.

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

Perfect escape

Phenomenal stay in a very spacious and updated modern room accompanied by a delectable breakfast in the beer cave on Sunday mornin!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James t.

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

Comfortable Art-filled Rooms Near Main Street

The room was perfect for two. If you stay two nights, make sure to take advantage of Charlie and Sandra’s free breakfast in their renovated brewing cellar for a delicious meal and a fascinated piece of Galena history.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

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

Halloween in Galena

We loved our stay at Abe's Spring Street Guest House. The studio is decorated with beautiful artwork and the location is perfect for walking downtown. The breakfast was unexpected and wonderful - we enjoyed learning about the history of the building and the food was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kraig K.

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

Anniversary

Great host. Online information was accurate. Also served a great breakfast on Sunday morning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

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

Highly Recommend

Very nice property! Comfortable, clean and updated. Loved the big windows and natural light. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Beautiful space in a charming historic building

Studio apartment with soaring ceilings and skylights, on top of an old Galena brewery, walking distance to downtown. Beautiful artwork in the unit. The host was extremely communicative and easy to work with. The business as a whole is called the Abe's Spring Street Guesthouse if you would like to check them out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean, laid out nicely, great size and overall beautiful and comfortable. We like to sit outside and have coffee or enjoy a drink in the evening and the property was on a busy street. That was our only drawback. You could not, however, hear the street noise while in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

More than I expected!

First of all, this room was about 3x the size I thought it was going to be (bonus!). It was spotless. Walking distance to downtown Galena was awesome because I didn’t have to deal with parking. The breakfast on Sunday morning in the 1850 cellar was divine—I keep telling people it was the best omelette I’ve ever had, in the most beautiful setting with elevated service.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan V.

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

Time on a cloud

I had fun with the back bar.Liked that there was a toaster.The studio was only very clean.It was cool to have the window panes facing the sunrise,and the high ceilings make the place spacious.Carpeting is clean,you'll want to walk barefoot.So if you're thinking of going,I say go!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Emma's Corner - A Unique Galena Weekend Retreat

On the second floor of the Artists' Annex overlooking Spring St. in Galena is the most unique vacation rental. Emma's Corner is equipped with two walls of (to the ceiling) windows, skylights and track lighting that provide unlimited options for showcasing the diverse artwork of the proprietor, Charles Fach. The unit was very clean and comfortable and is near the shops downtown. On Sunday we were treated to omlettes for breakfast in a historic room at the back of the Annex that once served as an underground barrel-vaulted limestone brewing chamber. This was truly an amazing experience! We would highly recommend Abe's Spring St. Guest House & Artist Annex to anyone looking for a unique vacation experience in the Galena area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Abe’s Spring House

My wife and I stayed in Emma’s Room, one of four units at Abe’s. It was comfortable, well appointed, and immaculately clean. The carpeting appeared new and the wall of tall windows on the street side displayed a pleasing view while infusing the rooms with a bright, airy environment. Though located on a busy roadway, the traffic noise was minimal and did not detract from our experience.Abe’s is located a short and easy walk from historic downtown Galena, a trip we made each of our days there.Charles and Sandy are top-notch: from the informed conversations, to the recommendations for restaurants and points of interest, to the delicious Sunday breakfast in the candlelit vaulted room that once held vats of fermenting beer at this marvelous collection of buildings that many, many years ago housed a brewery. Our stay at Abe’s made for an exceptionally pleasant visit and one we hope to repeat.Dean M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025