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The Nook: Downtown Galena Cottage w/ hot tub & fire pit!

Holiday home in Galena with fitness centre and Hot tub

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Property grounds
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 60.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Grant Park
  • Place, Grant Home
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Nook: Downtown Galena Cottage w/ hot tub & fire pit!

Welcome to The Nook! This 3 bed, 2 bath locally listed cottage sits in the historic district of downtown Galena. Walk to town, enjoy the designer decor, grill in the yard, unwind by the fire pit, relax in the large hot tub & let your pets roam free in the large fenced yard. Indulge in luxury linens, towels, and bathrobes. Enjoy Roku smart TVs with streaming services. Your unforgettable Galena getaway awaits!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 first aid kit

About the area

Galena

Located in Galena, this holiday home is in the city centre. Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Galena Golf Club and Eagle Ridge Resort Golf. Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Dowling House - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grant Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Old Market House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grant Home - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Nook: Downtown Galena Cottage w/ hot tub & fire pit! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Nook: Downtown Galena Cottage w/ hot tub & fire pit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Nook: Downtown Galena Cottage w/ hot tub & fire pit!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Nook: Downtown Galena Cottage w/ hot tub & fire pit! located?

Located in the heart of Galena, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Old Blacksmith Shop, Grant Park and Dowling House. Grant Home and Washburne House Historic Site are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really appreciated the cleanliness and comfort of this property, and found Phil to be very attentive to our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing yard, nice location, great communication from property manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah M.

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

Great stay

Cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

Great location

Good time by all
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Great getaway

We loved our stay! It was such a great location, so easy to walk to downtown Galena. We loved having the large backyard for our pup and the hot tub in the cold weather!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

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

Very nice home!

Very clean home with many amenities to include a large fenced in yard, fire pit and hot tub. Location was a big plus also.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Cute house

Perfect house for a girls weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Girls Trip

This property was perfect for our group. It was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. We are already talking about a return visit!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsey C.

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

Amazing location!!!

This home was soooooo convenient!! The house is very charming and beds were comfortable. The back yard is huge and would be so ideal for dogs. We enjoyed the hot tub as well. The house is a little small. We had 5 adults staying, but probably wouldn’t recommend for any larger group.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Galena Nook Girls Weekend

The perfect place for our annual girls getaway. Walking distance to downtown shopping and dining! Comfortable bedding. Dog friendly. We all loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Cute home!

This house was so cute and charming. Really comfy beds and everything was new! Short walk to town. Really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

John E.

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

Lovely Pace to Visit

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay! The home is immaculate and decorated to the highest standards. The easy walking distance to Main Street Galena made for great convenience. I would highly recommend this wonderful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

relaxing and cute

Very much enjoyed our stay. My mom was having surgery. This was a very calm and lovely way to spend the evening. Especially enjoyed some time in the hot tub!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley L.

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

Great house in the perfect location

Clean, comfortable, and exactly as listed! Phillip was a great host who was easy to communicate with. We loved the convenience of the smart lock for check in and check out. House is in a great spot for walking over to main street for food and drinks. Backyard and hot tub were fabulous! Perfect house for a little getaway with our baby and dogs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Girls’ Getaway

We spent 5 nights at the Nook! It was perfect for our stay! The home was clean, cozy and Phil’s communication couldn’t have been better. We loved the hot tub. The kitchen was fairly large and equipped. We enjoyed the coziness of the living room too. We drove to town which took about 5 minutes. We would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful girl’s weekend at this adorable home! Clean, cute, good gathering space, and located in an historic neighborhood. Large yard with BBQ, fire pit, and hot tub. We didn’t have a dog, but noticed that it was well outfitted for a pup. Deck gate, fenced yard, dog bowls, bed and treats. We enjoyed our stay and appreciated the host’s great communication. We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene C.

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

Birthday celebration

Everything was amazing at the house a small group of 6 of us came to celebrate my daughters 24 th birthday.we had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

LOU S.

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

Galena trip

Everything was as pictured. It was quiet at the end of the street. Fenced yard was great for the dog. We didn't spend a lot of time in the house. We spent most of our time in Galena and Dubuque. Both towns have lots of history and quaint little shops to check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Relaxing get away at the Nook

We enjoyed our get away at the nook. Quiet, relaxing time. House was very clean and recently remodeled. Location was close to downtown Galena. Nice park for dog walking near by. There were some large gaps under portions of the fence. Our dog could get thru. Maybe some wire fencing over these gaps would remedy the situation.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

6/10 Okay

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Poor location

Property is located with a train track right next to it! Train was permanent going on and off thru the night. Owners wanted to charge us $20 per hour for early or late checkin. Upstairs bathroom drain not working. Cute place but not as cute as it looks!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. If you want a place to stay at, this is your go-to. Ottos down the road was good, Grant park is right there, or if you wanna chill, this place has you covered too
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

Great property for pets

Cute properly, great for pets, reaponsive host, only issue is the layout of kitchen which if you have only cook you can adapt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mellisa H.

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

Weekend getaway

The Nook was perfect. The yard is perfect if you have dogs and the host catered to our four legged friends with beds, toys and treats. Although the railroad tracks are nearby it wasn’t as loud as expected. They are that frequent and fun to watch. Close proximity to town and could walk downtown if preferred.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald C.

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

Spouse

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Great weekend stay

This property was great for a weekend Galena visit with friends! Close enough to downtown to walk, but far enough away to stay quiet at night. The hosts were communicative and helpful! Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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Hosted by Phil

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