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Secluded Galena Retreat | Hot Tub | Game Room | Fireplace | Dog-friendly

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Interior
Indoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Golf

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8288 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the area

Galena

With a stay at this vacation home in Galena (The Galena Territory), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Linmar Gardens. .This vacation home is 15.6 mi (25.2 km) from Mississippi River and 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Grant Home.
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What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Grant Home - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 12 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Grant Park - 12 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Dowling House - 12 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬14 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.

Secluded Galena Retreat | Hot Tub | Game Room | Fireplace | Dog-friendly

Why Guests Love The Retreat at Shagbark!

• Quiet secluded wooded setting
• Private hot tub for relaxing evenings
• Game room with pool table for entertainment
• Cozy wood-burning fireplace
• Spacious layout ideal for families and groups
• Fully equipped kitchen for preparing meals together

The peaceful natural surroundings make this home a perfect escape from busy city life.

Main Level

• Open living room with wood-burning fireplace
• Fully equipped kitchen and dining area
• Deck overlooking peaceful wooded surroundings
• Bedroom 1: King Bed with Ensuite bathroom

Upper Level

• Bedroom 2: Primary Bedroom with a King bed with large ensuite bathroom

Lower Level

• Game room with pool table
• Second living area perfect for movies or relaxing + sleeper sofa
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed + Ensuite bathroom
• Bedroom 4: Two Twin beds + Ensuite bathroom

This layout allows groups to gather together while still enjoying space and privacy.

Outdoor Space
The Retreat at Shagbark is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Galena Territory.

Guests enjoy:
• Private hot tub
• Deck seating for morning coffee or evening drinks
• Peaceful wooded surroundings
• Quiet setting perfect for relaxing

The outdoor space is ideal for enjoying the calm atmosphere of this beautiful area.

Location
The home is located within the beautiful Galena Territory community near historic Galena.

**Planning a golf trip to Galena? Guests of The Collection Vacation Homes receive exclusive discounted golf passes to the award-winning courses at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa.**

Nearby attractions include:

• Golf at Eagle Ridge Resort
• Lake Galena and scenic trails
• Wineries, breweries, and restaurants
• Shopping and historic architecture in downtown Galena

Driving times:
5 minutes → Eagle Ridge Golf Courses, The Galena Territory Owners Club
10 minutes → Lake Galena
15 minutes → Downtown Galena
20 minutes → Chestnut Mountain Resort

Guests have access to the Galena Territory Owner’s Club, which includes:

• indoor pool available year-round
• seasonal outdoor pool
• fitness center
• basketball court
• pickleball and tennis courts
• game room

The Retreat at Shagbark is especially popular for:

• Family vacations
• Friends’ getaway weekends
• Golf trips
• Fall foliage trips to Galena
• Holiday gatherings

Looking for a relaxing Galena cabin with a hot tub, game room, and peaceful wooded setting? The Retreat at Shagbark is the perfect place to unwind

Stairs required: To access this home, you will need to descend a full set of stairs from the driveway to the front porch.

Please note that Travel Insurance is HIGHLY recommended as we do not have a COVID or Weather Cancellation policy; may purchase after booking.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. A private bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. This vacation home also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

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

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino 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
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only, up to 2 max

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
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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Secluded Galena Retreat | Hot Tub | Game Room | Fireplace | Dog-friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eli F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place. Every bedroom has an attached bathroom which is good for large groups. Fun basement with the pool/card tables. Close enough to Galena to explore town but also has the secluded feel. If we visit the area again i would not hesitate to rent from this group again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jamie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay at this property! The house was very clean and there was lots of room for all of us. The stairs from the driveway down to the house were a bit tricky because of snow and ice. The beds were really comfortable, and the hot tub was amazing. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean. Good communication. Tucked away in woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Doug M., Moline, IL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property, excellent for our group. Kitchen was nicely equipped and the main floor has great group congregating area. Only issues were outdoor lighting along stairs from parking area was insufficient. Would book this property again and host was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! House was clean, spacious, and accommodated our group great. Would definitely stay here again. The host was communicative and quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

norma k.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful, secluded property! Loved its location and privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Over all a great place to stay. Only negative was the stair climb to and from the parking area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication with property manager was terrific. The house was large very clean. Future guests should be aware there are many steps from the driveway to the front door so it’s not the best for elderly individuals with walkers. When we booked, we didn’t realize this.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home! Plenty of space for the whole family. The kitchen was well equipped. We enjoyed the hot tub. The inside of the house was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed a great long weekend. The house was perfect for 8 of us. Having a bathroom for each bedroom was ideal. The kitchen was spacious and we really enjoyed the pool table downstairs. The house was close to golf at Eagle Ridge and we really enjoyed the use of the Galena Owners Club.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brian and Johnny were amazing to work with. Lots of room to enjoy the property. Eat at Charlie’s Place! So good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious property with plenty of bathrooms and bedrooms. The kitchen could be better stocked for a house that is not really close to restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

sara w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big quiet house

We enjoyed our stay with a few hiccups. At arrival, I realized there is quite the distance from the parking area above to the home below. Carrying belongings and groceries was a chore. Anyone unsteady would need assistance down the big steps. There is a tiny bit of yard in the front, but all a slight hill. The home was clean. Once settled in for a weekend of cooking for our family, I realized the frying pans were old and had no coating left. Bring pans, plastic wrap, foil and Ziplock bags if needed with you. The dishwasher wasnt attached to the cabinets, so once loaded, tipped forward. I did communicate that to the management person. Dishes weren't clean after using it, so I handwashed all weekend.The bedroom upstairs with a king bed and separate bthrm was large, but our 3 year old grandson had to be downstairs, as it has a railing around the landing, open to the 1st floor. Lots of bedrooms (1 upper, 1 main), basment also had 2 and each with a bthrm. Nice big living srea to sit with family. The home instructed to not sign out of their YouTube, but allowed us to, so we could order our own show. Nice porch to sit on, but down in the trees so far, not a bit of sun was to be had.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend

Wonderful property - excellent experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful House!

The house was beautiful. Very clean and very cozy. The property manager was helpful and replied promptly to my messages. We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice time

We enjoyed a few nights over Spring Break. The house was the perfect size with a nice lay out. It felt private due to its location among the trees. Some minor details would have improved our stay (for example extra sets of towels and items for the kitchen such as tin foil and storage containers). There was also a very slow drain in the bathroom on the first floor. Overall, we liked the house and the listing was accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski Weekend

Great place for our group! It was so easy to get in and out and we had soo much space and activities!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

lisa f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home and location ,cant wait to visit in the summer time

Great time , great location , home was perfect . Looking forward for another stay this summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHARON D., NAPERVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday in Galena

We spent the weekend in Galena celebrating our son and daughter’s birthdays. We had a fantastic time playing games, shopping, hiking with goats (so fun!) and eating way too much delicious food. The house was cozy with a great fireplace and hot tub. Our dogs also enjoyed their weekend away from home. We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great space

The house & location was perfect for our long weekend with our college kids & dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Property was great

Worked perfectly for our weekend golf trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

My siblings (6 total) and I stayed here for 3 nights. It was perfect for us all. Everyone had a nice time with enough space to hang out. It's in a beautiful and quiet neighborhood. We had no issues. I would highly recommend. Great for bigger groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Galena stay

Stayed here with family she's from 4-70 and everything was great. Great communication. Great location. And lovely space. Nice and big for our family. Would go back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024