Entire home

Hot Tub 2-BDRM, 2 full bath all comforts of home in Galena countryside

Photo gallery for Hot Tub 2-BDRM, 2 full bath all comforts of home in Galena countryside

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a field and a distant building.
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a wooden table with a wine bottle and glasses.
A room with a grey sofa, a floor lamp, and a large window with a view of a green field.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden dining table with chairs.
A living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated close to a museum, this vacation home features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 6 guests. It includes 1 hot tub and 1 separate living room. Enjoy nearby activities like snowboarding and mountain biking, as well as outdoor spaces on the patio. Engage in skiing and golf in the vicinity.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

View map
Galena, IL
  • Place, Galena Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2-master

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Hot Tub 2-BDRM, 2 full bath all comforts of home in Galena countryside

Cozying up to a fire or soaking in the hot tub next to a firepit is exactly what you need. Our fully renovated historical schoolhouse where the only lessons are relaxation, tranquility, and soul-deep rejuvenation is a perfect place for your getaway! From the moment you arrive, take in breathtaking views of three states including the Mississippi River bluffs of Iowa, Illinois farmland and the rolling hills of Wisconsin all from a single window, your first assignment in serenity.
This unique getaway features two luxurious king bedrooms, two full bathrooms with oversized walkin showers, a cozy living room with a queen sofa bed and electric fireplace offering comfort for every guest. Modern amenities ensure a seamless stay, including a fully stocked kitchen, WiFi, central air, laundry room, and indulgent extras like a hot tub and firepit for peaceful evenings under the stars.
Perfectly situated just minutes from downtown Galena, 12 minutes from Dubuque, IA, 4 miles from Hazel Green Antique stores, 2 minutes from Galena Golf Course and a beautiful 15 mile drive to Chestnut Mountain, and many other locations. Our schoolhouse provides the ideal balance of seclusion and convenience. Here, school is always out—so come, unwind, and experience the best of Galena with us.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load 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
Please tie garbage bag and place in the grey garbage bins on front porch of the house.
Please log out of all TV services you may have used, to ensure your personal accounts are not left available to the next guest.
Make sure the hot tub cover is closed and latched down. Have a safe trip home, we appreciate you staying with us!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Utilize the plastic dishes available when enjoying the patio and hot tub. Absolutely no glass in the hot tub.
Please be sure to log out of any TV service you may have used, we don’t want other guests having access to your accounts.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4626499vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Galena

Located in Galena, this holiday home is in a rural area. Galena Golf Club and Eagle Ridge Resort Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Linmar Gardens and Dubuque Art Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Five Flags Center or ImOn Ice Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
Map
Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Galena Golf Club - 3 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum - 7 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 7 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Dowling House - 8 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Grant Home - 8 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blaum Bros Public House - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot Tub 2-BDRM, 2 full bath all comforts of home in Galena countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hot Tub 2-BDRM, 2 full bath all comforts of home in Galena countryside?

As of 1 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hot Tub 2-BDRM, 2 full bath all comforts of home in Galena countryside on 1 December 2026 start from NZ$881, 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 Hot Tub 2-BDRM, 2 full bath all comforts of home in Galena countryside?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hot Tub 2-BDRM, 2 full bath all comforts of home in Galena countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot Tub 2-BDRM, 2 full bath all comforts of home in Galena countryside?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hot Tub 2-BDRM, 2 full bath all comforts of home in Galena countryside located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Galena Golf Club, West Street Sculpture Park and Linmar Gardens. Belvedere Mansion and Washburne House Historic Site are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay for our family. Quiet and secluded but close to everything Galena has to offer. Will definitely book this place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thank you for the kind words and for being great guests! Can’t wait for your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this location. Perfect weekend getaway with hot tub and full kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Thank you Kelly and Dan, we can’t wait for your next visit 😉
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most beautiful stay here, the rooms were so clean, perfect views of the fields. So relaxing with the hot tub and outdoor fire! Thank you so much, very great communication and Krista provided everything we needed with amazing communication. I’d happily stay here again and again. Thank you for the best stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all fell in love with this place! It was super clean, comfortable, had everything we needed! The sunset from the patio was spectacular! We highly recommend to anyone staying in the area and hope to be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing! this property checked all of the boxes, each bedroom with it's own full bathroom. And the hot tub was fantastic, especially when the stars came out. We can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean and quaint. It had beautiful views. The hot tub was amazing! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. The house was as described. Very clean and quick to respond to messages. The house is decorated beautifully and very comfortable to be in. There is lots of things to do close by from shopping, antiques and museums. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2026
Thank you Robin and Paul for being amazing guests! We hope to see you again in the near future…maybe less rain next time ;)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fun and beautiful stay! The owners put their heart and soul into this lovely home. It was spotless, cozy and the hot tub was a bonus for sure. Everything you could possibly need was on hand. I’ll be recommending this to all of my Iowa friends visiting Galena for sure! You won’t regret staying here, fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2026
You two are amazing, thank you for the kind words and for loving our place as much as we do! Can’t wait to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home and location. Very comfortable. Really nice decorations and it was as advertised. Hosts were very easy to work with. Excellent and prompt communication. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2026
We can’t wait to host the Cheese Riders again! Such great guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing hosts. We had to make a last min change in our reservation because of weather and they were very accommodating and understanding. House is adorable, clean and easy access to Galena things. Would definitely recommend and will be booking again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The schoolhouse property was very clean and provided plenty of space for my husband and me. Communication from the host was excellent and made both the check-in and check-out process simple and stress-free. We also really enjoyed the outdoor area, which was a great addition to our stay. The only minor issue was that the kitchen had only a few frying pans, and they were quite small. Since there were only two of us, this was not a major problem, but it could be challenging for larger groups. Overall, we had a very positive experience and would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an absolute five-star cottage. My wife and I have stayed in Vrbo properties around the country, this is in that small handful we label...The Best !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was excellent! The house itself was gorgeous, incredibly comfortable and was a really luxurious experience. The hottub especially was perfect on a cold night looking up at the stars!Definitely recommended for an incredible stay after a day exploring Galena!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The attention to detail was impeccable. Inside and out. They really thought of everything. Property is a gem! We definatelly will book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay! It was clear that the owners put lots of thought into the small details in the renovation of the school to become a house. The house is absolutely beautiful, the hot tub feels very private and the view of the country is idyllic. If we come back to the area, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was better than we could imagine.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cute and quiet space.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was absolutely adorable! Super clean, well organized, beautifully decorated. We had a wonderful time there.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just got home from our weekend here, it couldn’t have an accommodated a family of five any better. So clean, everything we needed and more and within minutes from everything we needed I especially appreciated all the towels for the hot tub, and the fact that they had an air fryer. We will absolutely be back.
This is me enjoying my view of the sunrise while having coffee each morning
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This converted school house is charming, clean, easy to get to, and all around perfect. We loved every minute at this home. Check-in and out was a breeze. Would book again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 January 2026
Thank you Donna, you were great guests and hope you visit us again soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay, the old school was very new and modern.This property was easy to find and just the right distance from town and all of the shops.We will definatly return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend! Krista was great to work with and the house was wonderful. Very clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very clean and Krista was very easy to contact with any questions!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful remodeled school house! It was absolutely adorable! Very clean, had everything we needed and more! The location is very close to the shops, made it very easy to go back and forth. We also loved how we were out In country, it was so peaceful! The host was very informative, even left me a little note with tips on construction in the area and which routes I could take instead. She was also very responsive with any questions I had. I highly recommend staying here, I know I definitely will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing! The Pleasant View School was a perfect getaway for my wife and I. It is warm and inviting and very clean. Close to Galena and Dubuque. The school house theme was great and interesting history too. A great view of the sunset. A welcoming hand written note from our host was a nice personal touch.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

About the host

Hosted by Krista Casper

Host profile image
We are just four high school friends who came up with an amazing idea after a couple of adult beverages, because no good story starts with a salad.....and here we are with a completely renovated one room schoolhouse that we are hoping you enjoy as much as we do.

Getting back to us, we are all local to Galena, 3 out of the 4 of us were born in Galena, the odd ball was born in Evanston, IL, but grew up in Galena since the age of 4. Now after all these years, the boys are married to two amazing women (that’s us....we are the amazing women) and between the two families we have 6 beautiful children.

Before your stay and during your stay, Lynn and myself (Krista) will be your hosts. So please let us know how we can help make your stay more relaxing and enjoyable.

Why they chose this property

We live in Galena, however, the township we live in is called Vinegar Hill. Prior to us, the schoolhouse was used as the Vinegar Hill Town Hall. A property we were all very familiar with, we voted here, the township board meetings were held here, many garage sales took place here. Then the township put it up for auction, it is equal distance from where both families live, so we figured why not!

What makes this property unique

Our unique property was built in 1912 as a one room schoolhouse. It was a school until 1958, when the Vinegar Hill Township purchased it and it became the Vinegar Hill Town Hall. We purchased the town hall in November 2024 and turned it into the gorgeous 2 bedroom, 2 bath property you get to enjoy now.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback