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4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly

Holiday home in Galena with kitchen and balcony

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6-person hot tub in screened porch
The Retreat at Shagbark -- tucked away amongst the trees
Grand living room with wood-burning fireplace
Spacious Kitchen
Primary Bedroom - King Bed

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10288.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • 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)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower-level bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Lower-level bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

Lower level living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main-level bedroom

1 King Bed

Primary (2nd Floor)

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Lower level bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Lower level bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Main-level bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Primary

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly

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Welcome to The Retreat at Shagbark - your perfect home away from home in Galena. Situated in a prime resort location, just a mile to the Owner’s Club and 7 miles to Downtown Galena, along with many wedding & event venues nearby including Ashton Hill, Eagle Ridge, and more.

As you pull into the driveway of The Retreat at Shagbark, you’ll get the feeling of being home where you can relax and enjoy time with family and friends. As you walk down the stairs to this home, you’ll see a large wrap-around porch with a bistro table and outdoor seating that’s surrounded by the peaceful serenity of nature and woods. Once you enter this spectacular, expansive home, you’ll see soaring ceilings along with the open space where everyone can gather. There’s a large kitchen where you can make home-cooked meals with a counter large enough to fill with foods for all to feast on as they enjoy time together. Off the kitchen, there is access to the large outdoor deck with a gas grill and a 3-season porch off the living room.

There are four bedrooms and four full baths, all with ensuites, with one being on the main level with a king-size bed. Upstairs is an extra-large primary suite with a king-size bed. On the lower level, the two additional bedrooms have a queen-sized bed, and the other with two twin-sized beds, and a sleeper sofa in the lower level living room. This home has a max occupancy of 10.

The lower level offers ample space for everyone to convene with a Pool Table and poker table and a TV area with a fireplace. In addition, there’s a covered screened-in porch with a six-person hot tub for use during your stay.

The Retreat at Shagbark offers something for everyone to enjoy during their visit to the Galena Territory, historic Galena, and the greater Driftless region. With this home, you will have access to the Owner’s club (six access cards included), where there’s an indoor/outdoor pool along with a game room, business center, fitness center, and basketball court. Please note, that some amenities require advance reservations.

The Collection loves dogs and wants you to be able to travel with your furry friends. This home is dog-friendly and allows up to 2-dogs with a non-refundable dog fee of $150. Please, no more than two dogs during your stay. We only ask that you please pick up your pet and properly dispose of pet waste. While we also love our felines, we’re not able to accommodate cats at this time.

Please note that Travel Insurance is HIGHLY recommended as we do not have a COVID or Weather Cancellation policy; may purchase after booking.

**All COVID-19 related restrictions have been lifted for the Owners Club including capacity limits and reservations for most amenities. There are a few amenities that do still require reservations - lap swimming (indoor pool), tennis courts, pickleball courts, and outdoor basketball courts. Reservations cannot be guaranteed, and there are no discounts or refunds if the Owner's Club amenities are not available. **

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only, up to 2 max
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Up to 2 dogs allowed ($150 non-refundable dog fee). No Smoking of any kind. Guests must be 25 years or older to book. The primary renter must
agree to and e-sign (w/in 2 days of booking) the rental agreement, sent separately, send copy of their drivers license and be at the home for
the rental period. Subject to cancellation if not signed in timely manner. Treat this home as you'd treat your own.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galena

Located in The Galena Territory, a neighbourhood in Galena, this holiday home is in a rural area. Mississippi River and Horseshoe Mound reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Galena, IL

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
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 26 min drive - 30.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Grape Escape - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly located?

Located in The Galena Territory, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and within 9 miles (15 km) of Grant Home and Grant Park. Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Jodi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Very clean, easy check-in and check-out process, and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away!

The property was everything we expected from the description and photos. A great place to gather with family and enjoy all that Galena has to offer. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

The house was great. Love how it’s tucked in the woods and we all enjoyed the hot tub!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan w., Green Oaks

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Enjoyed our time in Galena. The front porch was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rahul V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Great house, clean and spacious, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

SHARON D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Lillie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Place to stay and relax!

The house itself offers privacy and amenities! It was a great place to relax and get away from the city. We loved going into town and enjoying the local shops and restaurants. The historic atmosphere brought back memories of my childhood and how simple life used to be! We will be staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Nice setting
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Want to get away

Was a great stay. Enjoyed the house. Loved the layout..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

The house was clean and we loved the way it was decorated. The location was easy to find and get around from. Brian was extremely nice and easy to communicate with ever since we book. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rozanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and homey

enjoyed family meals in the beautiful kitchen, relaxing in the hot tub, more than enough room for 6 adults, great location for trips to Galena, golf and sightseeing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna C., Champaign, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

The property was just as pictured. The stairs entering the property were easy for me with an injured knee to navigate, hand rail was sturdy. Lovely view and saw wild turkeys in the yard one morning. Spent lots of time on the front porch. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

roger h.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

2nd time

took three family skiing some stayed at chestnut would if helped if we had a phone # to connect with
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good, not great

This is a really cute house. Big and feels like a cabin. Some things are old or need updating, such as the grill was shotty, there were numerous marks on the walls from whatever, shower was old/drain plug broken, pool table was unbalanced, some lights didn't work, and doors would not stay closed to some of the rooms. The reservation contract and deposit for this property are a bit much and if I'm being honest, anxiety-provoking. I have never had as extensive of a time signing a super long contract to stay somewhere and seen as many "rules," especially for a place that had plenty of minor flaws when we checked in. I was certainly worried that we were being set up to get dinged on a $500 deposit. Overall, though, it's a nice place. Owners are responsive to issues we had with the jacuzzi not working at first and came out when the washer did not work. My wife said it best "this is a place that is clearly a rental because if someone lived here full-time, many of these very small minor things would be fixed." It's a very nice place, but absolutely not a five star rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

norma k.

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

8/10 Good

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Don P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

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