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Retro octagon house in woods- Hot tub, fireplace, pool, firepit

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Retro octagon house in woods- Hot tub, fireplace, pool, firepit

Enjoy this unique "tree house" - an octagon tiny house, surrounded by the woods! Galena Haven Tree House!
2 bedroom, 2 bathroom to enjoy the views of nature all around, with floor to ceiling windows!
Private hot tub in the back of the home looks into serene woods! Warm up by the fireplace.
Decorated in Mid Century Modern style, to celebrate this unique home, we combined modern comforts with fun flash blacks.
Sit by the indoor gas fireplace
Enjoy our record collection or use our cool 1950s radio to listen to music, or switch to Alexa for modern streaming
Enjoy the indoor pool (community pool part of the Galena Territory) or outdoor seasonal pool.
Relax in our unique Japanese soaking bathtub

Enjoy fall colors or watch snow fall! We have a collection of bird feeders to see a wide variety of birds. See wildlife such as deer, wild turkeys, squirrels, chipmunks and more. Or head to town and enjoy fabulous restaurants, adorable shops, learn about historic Galena, or hike with goats! So many wonderful options to enjoy around the home! You will also have access to Lake Galena (boating and fishing lights)

Outdoor space:
-New hot tub seats up to six, available year round.
-Deck has nice seating, cooler, and views of the woods. We also have an outdoor firepit, surrounded by woods (wood provided)
- Approx 500 ft from nearest neighbor (minimal visibility when leaves on trees, more in winter)
-Hot tub

Living room:
-Record Player, Alexa, 1950s radio
-Smart TV (no cable) to stream
-Lots of games, books, magazines
-Beautiful wooded views

Bedrooms:
-First bedroom has a queen bed and an attached bathroom. This bathroom includes a Japanese soaking tub (large enough for most adults) and shower. New memory foam mattresses in both bedrooms.
-Second bedroom has a king bed. Second bathroom is across the hall and includes shower/tub.
-Both bedrooms with smart TVs

Kitchen:
-Kitchen is small but very functional- stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer with icemaker
- Full sets of dishes, pots, pans, silverware, etc. Home has coffee pot (percolator and drip coffee maker).
- Cotton Candy Maker
- Coffee- Percolator and Drip coffee maker

-Wifi is fiber and can easily stream on multiple devices/video conferencing etc

Other amenities in The Galena Territory-
- indoor community pool
- outdoor community seasonal pool
- Pontoon, kayak and fishing boats also seasonally available for rentals.
- Indoor exercise room, outdoor tennis courts, indoor basketball court, billiards, ping pong and many other games are also available at the Owners Club
- Amazing golf options also available

Location:
- 5 min from Owner's Club (pool, gym, etc)
- 10 min from wineries
- 15-20 min from downtown Galena
- 20 min from Chestnut Mountain
- 10 min from hiking with goats/goat yoga
- 15 min from Elizabeth


This home (we think :)) is awesome but may not be for everyone.
- There is an approx 100 yrd walk down a sloped, paved path from where you park to the home. From there you walk up 7-8 steps to the home. We can't guarantee in winter it will be shoveled.
-Also, this home has a spiral staircase to get to the lower level of the home, where the hot tub is located. The staircase is not suitable for young children, and there are wide gaps between rails that a child could squeeze through. (Our older kids (7 and up) love the home, but please be aware of this before booking). You can alternatively walk to the hot tub from the path in front of the home if you wish to avoid the stairs.
We do have a security camera (audio and visual) that faces front of the house down the path/stairs up house.
No smoking of any kind allowed on the property
The house is surrounded in woods. Expect some bugs outside and occasionally inside.
Just being honest- property is not perfect but we LOVE being there ;)

Dogs are welcome if well behaved. Extra pet fee will apply. $65 fee for dogs. Must be well trained. No cats please (family member with allergy)
Family managed property :) We are so excited to host you!

Parking is free, and on the property.
Smaller washer and dryer in the house in lower level (down spiral stairs)
You will have the entire house other than small locked owners closet.
We are family owned home. We will share our cell phone upon booking in case issues arise.
There isn’t easy public transportation so you will need a car. Uber is only sometimes available.
There is plenty of free parking.

Property manager

Beth Van O

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Sledding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74.3 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is a staircase that is not safe for young ch

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

orp5b62516x

About the neighborhood

Map
Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 5 min drive
  • Grant Home - 15 min drive
  • Belvedere Mansion - 15 min drive
  • Old Market House - 16 min drive
  • Dowling House - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galena Territory Owners' Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Galena Brewing - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retro octagon house in woods- Hot tub, fireplace, pool, firepit pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Retro octagon house in woods- Hot tub, fireplace, pool, firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retro octagon house in woods- Hot tub, fireplace, pool, firepit?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retro octagon house in woods- Hot tub, fireplace, pool, firepit located?

This family-friendly Galena cabin is located in a rural location, 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Grant Park and West Street Sculpture Park. Apple Canyon Lake and Horseshoe Mound are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Retro octagon house in woods- Hot tub, fireplace, pool, firepit Reviews

Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay for nature lovers
Loved the privacy of the house. The hot tub was fantastic. Check in was super easy. The house was adorable and decorated like a step back in time. The host is great!! She truly cared if her guests were enjoying their stay or if they had any problems.. pet friendly!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Galena Getaway Experience
It was such a great experience! We saw wild turkeys, chipmunks, and birds of all shapes and sizes. There was a total benefit to have passes for the Galena Territory. It was close to downtown Galena and close to other attractions Galena has to offer. The property is very quiet and clean. We will definitely be coming to this property again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vonda V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We were so impressed with the stay and how accommodating our host was. The house was so fun and unique and very homey!! We enjoyed the atmosphere of the woods and the privacy. If I could give it more than 5 stars, I would. It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023