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

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Indoor pool, a heated pool
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, printers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8288 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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. **

Property manager

The Collection Vacation Homes LLC

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only, up to 2 max

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Grant Home - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 15 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Grant Park - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Dowling House - 16 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galena Territory Owners' Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Galena Brewing - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬14 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?

Check-out 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 vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and within 9 mi (15 km) of Grant Home and Grant Park. Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F.

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

Great space

The house & location was perfect for our long weekend with our college kids & dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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

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

John S.

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

Property was great

Worked perfectly for our weekend golf trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

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

Patrick D.

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

Review

Nice setting
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F.

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

Beautiful house

Shagbark retreat was perfect for our family Galena weekend. Very clean and well maintained. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Janice B.

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

Great place!

My siblings (6 total) and I stayed here for 3 nights. It was perfect for us all. Everyone had a nice time with enough space to hang out. It's in a beautiful and quiet neighborhood. We had no issues. I would highly recommend. Great for bigger groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Great Location

Great location nestled in the woods. I bet it’s even better in the fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 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

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

Sandy S.

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

Shagbark vacation

Great home nestled in the woods yet close to everything we wanted to do in the Territory. Nice layout, wonderful hot tub. Lower level was great for the kids. Brian was easy to work.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

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

Jessica P.

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

Great girls weekend getaway!

The home was lovely, spacious and a quick drive to the downtown attractions! The passes to the pool were great for a mid-July swim. The home was clean, stocked with the kitchen basics and very welcoming. It was great for a girls weekend because each room had a bathroom en suite! Multiple bathrooms is a plus for 7 girls!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Beautiful home in a private area!

Our family of 4 really enjoyed staying here. There was plenty of space for everyone, the kitchen was fully stocked with cookware, and we loved the hot tub and pool table. We especially liked the location being so close to hiking trails, and the Eagle Ridge resort and golf clubhouse/restaurant. I should mention that the driveway is at a higher elevation than the entrance to the home, with a series of stairs leading down to the front door. That was fine for us, but those with mobility issues would have difficulty getting to the entrance. Overall, a wonderful experience and we would definitely consider renting this home again!

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

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

Great Stay

We had two families stay here (4 adults and 4 boys ages 6 and under). The property was in a great location and we really enjoyed our Labor Day weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

The perfect base for a long weekend seeing the sights in Galena and Dubuque. The house was clean and as described in the listing. The host was responsive to questions and the check out requirements were very reasonable. Would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

Rod W.

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

Excellent home

We always enjoy trips to the Galena Territory and this home may have been the best one yet. Everything was as described on VRBO, communication was prompt, the property is extremely quiet, and we had tons of space. A+++
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul E.

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

Great Location

This house was perfect for 3 couples on a golf trip. Centrally located on the property, but extremely secluded. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Weekend ladies trip

Beautiful house on exceptional property and the perfect location. I wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Suzanne S.

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

Summer Stay

Perfect getaway for our family which include both our goldendoodles. Enjoyed several of the amenities of the property, including the marina, pool and golfing. Plenty of space for our family of five to relax and communication was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 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