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Just rehabbed, amazing views on 300 acre ranch, animals, trails, hottub, pond

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Indoor spa tub
Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16353 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Elizabeth, IL
  • Apple Canyon Lake
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Belvedere Mansion
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the area

Elizabeth

In Elizabeth .Within 9 miles (15 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Apple Canyon Lake and Apple River Fort. Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course is within 9 miles (15 km) and Fergedaboudit Vineyard & Winery is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Apple Canyon Lake - 20 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 21 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 28 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Grant Park - 29 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 36 min drive - 33.0 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galena Territory Owners' Club - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Woodlands Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Jack's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Duallys - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪E-Town Coffee - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Just rehabbed, amazing views on 300 acre ranch, animals, trails, hottub, pond

Brand new. Nothing like it. Five bedrooms (including large bunk room that sleeps 7) FIVE BATHS! Stay at the Brixen Ivy Ranch and enjoy all of our amenities as well as Galena territory owners club. Great floor plan with large great room, amazing views of rolling hills. Giant game room with pool table, table tennis, pop a shot, bunk room for 6, in addition to four more large bedrooms. Fire pit, hike the Shark trail or others on the 300 acre ranch. Access to ball field, llamas, peacocks. Great family escape with lots of fresh air and room to "social distance" :). Large HOTTUB on Large patio deck and screened in porch with outdoor television.

Property manager

Mark & Lyza, owners

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 27

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 2
Note from host: no drinking games, drunks,loud music, xtra guests
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 and a first aid kit
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 2. Note from host: no drinking games, drunks,loud music, xtra guests For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Just rehabbed, amazing views on 300 acre ranch, animals, trails, hottub, pond Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roman V.

Liked: Cleanliness

THX

It's a fantastic location—beautiful and authentic! It's quiet and safe, so my friends and I had an incredible time celebrating my birthday. Thank you for your fantastic hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and ranch

We stayed here for a long weekend to ski nearby at Chestnut Mountain. The house was perfectly comfortable for three families with children. The surroundings are gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Geneva, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise on the Ramch

The house was very clean and spacious. You can tell that much thought and care went into the recent rehab. Our group of kiddos, parents, and grandparents enjoyed the trails, animals, and access to the Galena Territory, as well as proximity to Chestnut Mountain and Galena. One night we enjoyed a cozy fire, while other nights we gathered around the large table and played board games and card games. Joe was a pleasure to communicate with and he ensured all our questions were answered and we had everything we needed for our stay. We definitely recommend this property for a family getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday Fun with Family

Clean, spacious, plenty for all age groups, and plenty of activities in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Thanksgiving Celebration/Getaway

We got together with our son and daughter and their families for Thanksgiving. There were 13 of us! Plenty of room for all of us - everyone had a bed with a couple of beds left over! The house was advertised as being remodeled and it truly was - everything was really nice and also very clean! We all enjoyed the game room, even though my son beat me at ping pong!! The living room/kitchen area was open and very spacious. We enjoyed movies, popcorn and hot chocolate in comfort, not to mention our wonderful Thanksgiving meal! The property was nice, too - we enjoyed some short hikes and enjoyed seeing all of the animals (turkeys, ducks, goats, alpacas, miniature horses). Our only regret was that the weather prohibited us from enjoying the outside areas more - the deck and screened porch areas looked so inviting; however the 20 degree temperatures weren’t conducive to hanging out for very long. The hot tub was a hit, though!! We would definitely consider visiting this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf trip stay

Our golf friend group organized a stay at this house and played golf around the Galena area. The golf was great and the house was even better! Lots of space for sleep, yard games, grilling, and hanging out. The host was very helpful with golf and made the check in process easy. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loree M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

This property was perfect for a family reunion. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely unique place to stay

We loved our stay here - we surprised my mother in law for the weekend with the whole family & had a fantastic time! The property is gorgeous & Joe the property manger was extremely friendly & helpful. I highly recommend it & we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

pilar t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquility & Amazing views

The place had ample space to meet our family’s needs. We had elders, a teen, children and tweens and everyone had something to do!! Modern look. Clean. Ranch hand came to great us on our first day. Very nice welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary F., Mokena

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Thanksgiving

Great property for a family Thanksgiving gathering Large kitchen and plenty of room for all to gather and enjoy time together The kids loved the trails and animals and beautiful views Loved the hot tub!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for larger groups

Perfect house for our girls trip. Plenty of room to spread out and everyone had a bed. If you enjoy a country setting, this is the place for you. The owner does meet you there at check in which is not something I am accustomed to having stayed in many rental properties, but they are very nice and helpful. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend

Our group of ladies (in our 30s/40s) LOVED this property! Scenic setting, very comfortable and well stocked. We enjoyed the hot tub and made good use of the grill and game room. Highly recommend to anyone considering. We talked about coming back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Willow K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Galena Getaway college friends and our families

Great property for our 3 college friends annual weekend trip with husband and 5 kids ages 6-1 1/2 years old. We explored , enjoyed hot tub and went swimming at owners club. Plenty of seating and really enjoyed grilling and eating out on the deck
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie Y., Evanston, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible house on incredible property!

This was the second time we have been on this property, and it’s hard to decide what’s better - this house, or being on the ranch. Our kids brought their teenage friends, and they never ran lot of things to do - wiffle ball, soccer, visiting animals, hiking around the ponds, volleyball - and of course the basement game room is beyond belief with ping pong, pool and pop a shot. The great fire pit, hot tub and gigantic deck top it all off. Joe the ranch hand was yet again a wonderful guide - we hope to come back and stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

We enjoyed a long weekend. Kids loved taking walks and had a great day at the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Never have to leave

So many great features on this property you never would even have to go anywhere else! Disc golf, 9 hole golf, soccer field, full size baseball diamond, fishing pond, animals, the list goes on. The house had beautiful views, plenty of space, awesome game room and a hot tub. Easy communication with the owner. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Great quiet location, beautiful property with a lot of trails and things to see. Not far from the clubhouse and downtown Galena. Highly recommend for any family or group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

federico m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Guys golf weekend

The place was perfect for us. More than enough beds for everyone. The owner even set us up with tee times and got us a discount on a great course. Theres onsite golf grounds that you can play or use for practice. Great place to get away with it all
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

The place was great. Huge bedrooms lots of room. The grounds are great the trails we played volleyball and kickball and use the pool everything was was great for a wonderful weekend thanks so much
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing fun for a group!

We have gone to this property, staying at different houses, several times now. It’s quickly become a family favorite thanks to the gorgeous views and abundance of stuff to do at the property itself. We had a few friends and their kids join this time and had the best time! Everyone enjoyed walking the trails, seeing the animals, making s’mores over a fire, playing volleyball, playing cowboy golf and again, those views!! The house is perfect with the game room for the kids too, and the hot tub for the adults to hangout! Highly recommend!! It’s a short drive to downtown Galena too, so easy to explore and grab ice cream if you do want to leave and do something. (Tons more to do in the area too, we are always just so busy and happy at the ranch we don’t leave for much, which is perfect for us with the young kid chaos we have 😉)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Motorcycle weekend

Very beautiful place, very scenic and quiet place. We had 9 people and never felt crowded. Would have no problem going back or recommending to other friends. Very easy to check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family relaxing getaway

Just an absolute beautiful views from a family friendly home complete with game room and hot tub. Really emjoyed the trails and beautiful sunset over the pond. Great communication during the stay with property manager and owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious, clean and comfortable

The house was clean and comfortable, with terrific views. We had 2 families of 4, but there were a lot beds and we could have had at least one other family comfortably. The game room has ping pong, billiards and a pop a shot. The hot tub was great apres ski! The owners were kind and helpful. Very positive experience. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023