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An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 251.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Old Market House
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Grant Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena

Enjoy our unique private studio apartment, near a unique historic stone house and all things downtown Galena. This beautiful and spacious apartment has a kitchenette, stocked for eating in, with a sink, refrigerator and a microwave. It has a private full bathroom, queen bed and comfy furniture. Additional amenities include an outdoor patio, a gas grill and spa room with sauna. It's a lovely space for couples.
An omelet breakfast , served in the historic ice house, is free to guests who stay two nights.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO PETS
No Smoking

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Galena

Located in Galena, this apartment is in the city centre and on a river. 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. Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Old Market House - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grant Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dowling House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grant Home - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

As of 19 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena on 9 April 2026 start from NZ$380, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena located?

Located in the heart of Galena, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of West Street Sculpture Park, Linmar Gardens and Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum. Belvedere Mansion and Washburne House Historic Site are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Griffin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host and location. Very spacious and accommodating home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Great stay

Nice place close to Main Street and shops. Excellent Sunday breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean, owner is responsive,
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was painless and Deb the property manager is Awesome! Highly recommend, short walk to downtown or hop in your car and short drive to different attractions. Would go back and would recommend, was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place!!! Great host! Friendly helpful. Great walk through the neighborhood off the main street. Clean. Comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee T.

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

Anavirsay

It was really nice espicaly sunday breakfast .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

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

Rest time

We came for respite and it was good. Otto’s, Charlie’s, Vinnies and Fried Green Tomatoes were great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location, clean and well kept

It was a great location to park our vehicle and walk to downtown all weekend. Clean and well-kept property. Easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This apartment was very clean, and the bed was both lovely and comfortable. The tiny refrigerator badly needs defrosting and the kitchen was less functional than we'd like. The wifi was sporatic, which made the tv mostly unwatchable. Loveseat and chair were also comfortable, and the location was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by .

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In 1983, Artist Charles Fach and his wife Sandy made Galena their home and studio location. At that time they created Abe's Spring Street Inn and have been hosting it ever since. They've recently added a private studio apartment and called it Emma's corner after their spunky canine Emma. Charles is an accomplished artist who's works include pottery, metalwork, woodwork and painting. You may see him below, working in his Artists Annex.

Why they chose this property

Charles and Sandy purchased the stone house and studio because of their affinity for the historic charm and unique beauty of Galena.

What makes this property unique

Built in 1876, Abe’s Spring Street Stone house was once an icehouse for a prominent Galena brewery. The icehouse once stored up to 800 tons of ice harvested from the Galena River for the brewery industry. The building has 27-inch thick walls, which in its time was a great insulating factor. Next door to the icehouse is the Artist Annex, built in 2001, on the footprint of a once 3-story stone building originally built in 1850 as City Brewery. Two vaulted stone rooms are still intact to this day and reside in the back on the ground floor. The Artist Annex is home to 3 of our private suites, PJ's Roost, Oreo's Hide-A-Way, and Emma's Corner.

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