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Close to Galena, close to perfect. Premier get away. Three beautiful suites.

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Pine Hollow Cottage
A winter wonderland
Put your feet up, relax and watch the best that nature offers.
The front porch is a great place to enjoy a meal or a glass of wine.
The Oak Tree fireplace suite, king bed, private bath, beamed ceiling, skylights
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Galena, IL
  • Popular LocationDowling House4 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrant Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBelvedere Mansion5 min drive
  • AirportDubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)29 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs Suite

1 Queen Bed

Oak Tree Suite

1 King Bed

Valley View Suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Common Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Downstairs Suite Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Oak Tree Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Valley View

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Close to Galena, close to perfect. Premier get away. Three beautiful suites.

Pine Hollow is just a quick half mile drive to the town of Galena. When you turn into our driveway you will find your wonderful home nicely tucked into the hillside, located on 120 wooded acres, and a spectacular park like setting. A beautiful stream flows past your rental and pure relaxation will begin. Put your feet up on a large wrap around porch, and take in one of the best natural settings in the Galena area. Secluded and so close to Galena.
Outside, many guests take advantage of our fire pit for evening gatherings. This is located just a short walk from the front porch. We do provide fire wood for your enjoyment. Did we mention the wonderful stream that runs in front of the guest house. This is the most wonderful therapy for relaxing that you’ll find anywhere. Close to nature, close to Galena, close to perfect.
Explore beyond Galena’s Main Street and delve into the natural wonders that surround this charming, historic setting . At Pine Hollow we offer lush forests, rolling hills, and meandering rivers that paint a picturesque backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts. Keep watch for native wildlife as you explore, with opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife spotting around every corner. Whether relaxing on the front porch, or simply soaking in the natural splendor, you will love Pine Hollow Cottage.

When you enter your home you will find a spacious, fully equipped country kitchen. A well equipped kitchen with a built in, counter top range and stove. The kitchen and dining area overlook the gorgeous park like setting. Located on the side of the home we provide a Weber gas grill.

As you travel through the house, downstairs there is a cozy bedroom with pine floors, stain glass window, vaulted beamed ceiling and a locally crafted, queen four postered bed. The bath room includes a wonderful claw foot tub for soaking and relaxing.

There are two large living rooms with local art work, wood mantels and fireplaces. These are great places for gathering together, playing games or just hanging out having good times. One living space has two large couches, winged backed chair, wood flooring and floor to ceiling windows. The second living area, includes two couches, a smart TV, and two winged back chairs.. There is also an additional bathroom off one of the living areas. So your rental has a total of four bathrooms, three bedrooms.
Upstairs you will find two bedrooms, each with private bath/shower combination. Each bedroom is a spacious 400 square foot. There is a wood burning fireplace in each bedroom for those chilly evenings, vaulted wood beamed ceilings, king beds, skylights in each bedroom and bath, and an adjoining sitting area with couch and wing back chairs.
"This beautiful home far surpassed our expectations. The furnishings were lovely and comfortable, and the surroundings were magical. We loved sitting on the porch, watching the sun glance through the tree tops at sunset, and later in the evening, watching the fireflies dance along the forest's edge". Kathy of Chicago
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Property manager

Larry and Sally Priske
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Parties and events with prior approval

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside only
Additional guests require prior approval. Events are considered, with prior approval. We ask that you be respectful of neighbor
Guest are responsible for any damage caused to the property while renting.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galena

Located in Galena, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Old Blacksmith Shop and Old Market House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eagle Ridge Resort and Galena Golf Club. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Old Market House - 4 min drive
  • Dowling House - 4 min drive
  • Grant Park - 4 min drive
  • Belvedere Mansion - 5 min drive
  • Galena Golf Club - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 7 min drive
  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Culver's - 8 min drive
  • Kaladi's 925 Coffee Bar - 4 min drive
  • Fried Green Tomatoes - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Close to Galena, close to perfect. Premier get away. Three beautiful suites. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet & Relaxing
Great property. Far enough away to enjoy the quiet but close enough to Galena to have fun in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister's Weekend by Galena
We absolutely loved the Pine Hollow Inn home - there was the perfect amount of space for the 6 of us, the kitchen was very well stocked, the setting was beautiful and we enjoyed exploring the property, as well! Would highly recommend this VRBO - clean, cozy and well-thought out! Great hosts, too!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G., westminster

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Midwest Paradise
My two siblings and their spouses joined my husband and me for a mini reunion at Pine Hollow. The property was even better than pictured. We hiked around the property, saw deer, enjoyed the fire pit, all cooked in the well stocked kitchen, and visited nearby Galena. Having three large bedrooms with connected bathrooms gave us privacy, too. Thanks Larry and Sally for making us feel so welcomed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
The location of the house is perfect. The house was very clean and bedrooms had very comfortable beds. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place - definitely stay here again!
Pine Hollow is a hidden Gem. Very close to downtown Galena and other must see places. We stayed here for a girls weekend and we all enjoyed everything the house had to offer. The owners are great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Larry and Sally Priske

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My wife and I moved to Galena in 1974. We had purchased an old miners cottage, made some major restorations and sold it in 1985 to move to this amazing property. We built a new home on the 120 acres where we currently reside. in 1989 we built a second house on the property (Pine Hollow), to operate as a guest house. The home was recently upgraded and listed with VRBO in 2020.

Why they chose this property

This home, known as Pine Hollow received its name from a Christmas Tree Farm that we operated during the 80's and 90's. It is a charming 2400 square foot cottage home that is located in a beautiful parklike setting, surrounded by wildlife and much of the beauty that nature offers. Directly in front of the guest house is a large fire pit for your enjoyment. Just beyond the fire pit is a beautiful spring fed stream. The location, the seclusion, the close 2 minute drive to Galena, makes it a wonderful choice for visitors. The home is laid out very well and offers guests not only a secluded home site, but also spacious bed rooms, two great gathering place for family and friends, offering all the comforts of home.

What makes this property unique

There is not another property like this that affords guests all the comforts of home, and secluded on 120 acres of timber in a beautiful park like setting. The timber is managed as a sustainable tree farm. We do our best to preserve the quality of the timber, while also providing good environmental stewardship to the entire property. The property is very diverse, offering steams, timber, prairie and wetlands. The result is a unique Ecco system for wild life to partake. All this and yet only two minutes to Galena and all the amenities of the area. This is truly a get away paradise.

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English

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