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The Cottage on Lake Galena

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Bathtub, towels
TV, fireplace, stereo
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Guilford Township, IL
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Belvedere Mansion
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Grant Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the area

Galena

The Galena Territory stay.A stay at this The Galena Territory vacation home places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and 9 miles (15 km) of Grant Home. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Grant Park and Washburne House Historic Site.
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What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Grant Home - 18 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 19 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Grant Park - 19 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Dowling House - 20 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galena Territory Owners' Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Galena Brewing - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬19 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.

The Cottage on Lake Galena

( Also please see our sister property VRBO listing # 3731275 )

Cozy, romantic lakeside cottage with unmatched, pristine lake view and privacy in the heart of the resort.

Loaded with amenities; fireplace in each bedroom and in living room, hot tub in very private setting on lake, stereo throughout, TV/internet, fully equipped kitchen, authentic handcrafted log /stone construction.

Available as a 1 bedroom or two bedroom stay accommodating 1 to 4 adult persons. Average rate of $290 per night for a 1 bedroom (1-2 person) and additional $50 per night per person for second bedroom. The entire cottage is available to our guests whether it's a 1 or 2 bedroom rental we simply close off the unused bedroom/bath if rented as a 1 bedroom. Main level bedroom has a queen sized bed and upper level master suite has a king sized bed. One bedroom occupancy includes upper master suite unless otherwise requested for main level.

Low season non-weekend dates negotiable. Contact owner

Property manager

Mike

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Premier Lake View Cottage
Galena's Premier Lake View
Premier Lake View
Galena's Premier Lake View Cottage
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The Cottage on Lake Galena Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 254 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 254 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 254 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 254 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 254 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great View

The house was wonderful, and the view was even better.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

This is our second stay at the property. Once again, we could not be happier. Love staying and enjoying every aspect of the home. Thank you for being gracious hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom H., Glen Ellyn, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

30th Anniversary Getaway

I can't say enough good things about The Cottage on Lake Galena. My wife and I have stayed at a number of houses in the Territories over the years and this is one of our favorite. Great views, fireplaces, hot tub, easy check-in and more. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

B I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

It was a beautiful properry
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Van C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Experience

My wife and I had a wonderful stay. The house was clean and well stocked , and the location was outstanding. Wonderful views inside and out. Would go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Galena getaway

The cottage was perfect! Beautiful view of the lake. All the amenities you could need and very clean. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay

We really enjoyed our 3 night stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

The property was wonderful. Honestly the photos don’t do it justice. The amenities were just as described. You could stay and never leave if you wanted. We went out a few times and stayed in a few times and never needed or lacked anything. The drive to town was super quick and easy, even in the dark of night. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

My dream cabin

For a winter time retreat, this was perfect! Fireplaces, hot tub, lots of space! It was so quiet at night we had difficulty falling to sleep, but we got use to it. You could hear coyotes at night, and the nighttime stars were incredible. It was just a short run to Galena and all the great restaurants and shopping. LOVED our
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C., Bolingbrook

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas in the Territories.

Wonderful, everything as promised and more, terrific views, updated TVs & living room fireplace, holiday decorations abound, etc. A beautiful property that we can see ourselves coming back to.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage on the Lake

The property and surrounding area is beautiful and well maintained. The kitchen is supplied with all the is needed. The view is spectacular and the hot tub is wonderful. Great view from the mbr and a comfy king bed. We enjoyed the fireplace on a chilly November evening. We will definitely rebook on a future trip to Galena.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Cabin With A View

This cabin was very spacious. We loved the deck and the view of Lake Galena. Great for a quiet getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal!

This is such a beautiful house! It has everything you need for a relaxing vacation. Communication with the owner was excellent. The view of the lake is just lovely. We highly recommend this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Lake House Retreat

This is one of the nicest places we’ve ever stayed. Thank you so much for hosting us! The view of the lake was just stunning. The house was so cozy. We had such a wonderful weekend. The view of the stars from the hot tub was just magical. Hooe to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Early Fall Getaway

Would have given 5 stars to check in process but never received any info from VRBO Had to call host to get check in info He was great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

rozymama1

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect setting for 25th Anniversary Getaway

What a view! My husband and I will definitely be back and are now considering Galena Lake Territory as a retirement destination. This home is ideal for couples looking to disconnect to reconnect ❤️ As a veteran guest of vacation rentals across the nation (for travel baseball tournaments, multi-generational family reunions, etc) I can verify the check-in and check-out process was super easy. The home is well appointed and had everything you need. Suggestion: put a journal on the desk for those who wish to share/read where people come from and what they enjoyed doing while there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyla S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful trip

This was my first time booking a trip with Vrbo. The property was extremely clean and the check in process was well explained. I greatly enjoyed the transparency and communication with the host. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning lake view

My wife and I had a lovely visit. The property was a great home base for leisurely exploration of Galena and the surrounding area. Time spent on the back porch overlooking the lake was our favorite.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful House

This is the perfect place for a quiet get away. The outside deck is so private and enjoyable. Location to downtown is perfect. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Time off

The "cottage" is a beautiful log cabin with a stunning view of lake galena. Very private, tranquil and with many amenities like close to tennis, golf, and swimming pools. The pictures don't do it justice. The owner is very nice and goes out of his way to make sure your stay is perfect. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Cabin and Views

I came to the Galena Territory to view a meteor shower. This cabin was the perfect stay. The hot tub was so relaxing, and I was even able to see a few meteors from there alone. And the deck has the prettiest view of the trees and Lake Galena. The cabin itself is spacious and charming. The pictures do not do it justice. I would definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding!

10/10 - clean, great views, perfect anniversary retreat. You will love staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat G., Springfield IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely “Cottage,” great view

Absolutely no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024