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

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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

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Grant Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Grant Home
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Belvedere Mansion
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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. Galena Golf Club and Eagle Ridge Resort Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Horseshoe Mound and Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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
  • ‪Galena Taphouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Grape Escape - ‬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. 116 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 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 C.

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Mollie S.

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

Perfect birthday getaway

Super cute, clean and quite for the most part minus some train activity. We had a great time in down town galena and would love to stay at the nook again the next time we come!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry T.

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

Fantastic

We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meredith D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

Wonderful stay! Great Location! Owner very receptive to all requests and responds quickly. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

colleen h.

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

Family get together

Very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Dog-friendly and good location

Clean home, dog-friendly, and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Love this house!

We had such a pleasant stay at The Nook in Galena! Absolutely would recommend!!! 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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

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

8/10 Good

Lindsay H.

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

Family Overnight

Had a great time in Galena with family. This listing was accurate and the perfect space for our 4 adults and baby!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Perfect

We had a great time and our rental was perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

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

Jamia M.

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

Wonderful Stay

Thanks, Phil & Casey!The home was in a perfect location & superb amenities.We brought our two doggos & they thoroughly enjoyed the backyard. Completely secure & fenced in, a tad dark at the back of the property for past sunset - bring a flashlight! There is a neighbor dog to the right of the property that barks but did not come over to the fence line, probably a senior (just FYI for future visitors in the case of reactive dogs).Would stay again, 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Great getaway

Wonderful home to stay at for a weekend or even a long week. Lots do to at the home and in surronding area of galena.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina L.

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

private and charming home

My family and I stayed for a few nights for a get away. It was a great location that had privacy. The home is well kept and has charming decor. We would stay again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Great Stay

Awesome stay! Everything was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

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

Michele T.

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

Girls trip

Great location. Liked hot tub and fire pit
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel R.

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

Comfortable

Inside is clean, smelled good organized. Beds are great. Didn't know train tracks were next door. Neighbors dog barked fairly often. Otherwise, great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

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

Great girls weekend

Perfect place for a girls weekend getaway, walking distance to downtown. We loved the way the place was decorated :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Phil

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