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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
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, printers
Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8288 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Galena, IL
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    5 min drive
  • Grant Home
    15 min drive
  • Belvedere Mansion
    15 min drive
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    43 min drive

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About the area

Galena

At this holiday home, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and 13.6 km (8.4 mi) from Grant Home. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 4 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a living room and a Smart TV are also available. .Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym and Hot tub. Other amenities include a games room, barbecues and a porch. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this The Galena Territory holiday home include Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion.

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
  • Dowling House - 16 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 31 min drive - 27.3 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

About this property

Entire place

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

** Brand New Hot Tub as of December 2023 **

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.

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

Property amenities

Ski

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

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Laundromat nearby
  • 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
  • Cycling 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
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 are welcome
  • Service animals 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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool, a communal pool and an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a jetted bath and a fireplace.

What makes 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, Jetted bath, and fireplaces all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly.

Is there a private hot tub at 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly?

No, 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 4BR | Serene Wooded Galena Territory Getaway! Hot Tub, Pool Table & Dog-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was great
Worked perfectly for our weekend golf trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Kaylie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Review
Nice setting
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Cathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding property and experience
First time in Galena for a family wedding. The property was great and accommodated our group of 7 perfectly. Brian was fantastic in communication and responsiveness. Entering Shagbark the house was spotless and presented just like the photos. An information book on the area, stores, shops etc was available. As first timers in the territory this information was great. We were too busy all weekend so did not get a chance to use jacuzzi, but it was ready and available! Would highly recommend this property to anyone planning trip to the Gelena territory!. Joe
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Lillie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Great stay!
Very clean, easy check-in and check-out process, and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rod W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Daniel S., Des Moines, Iowa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family retreat
Home is well appointed with many extras. Everyone enjoyed the amenities including the owners retreat. Location is quiet but yet conveniently located to activities. Brian was very responsive and flexible with our late check out request.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Entertainment
This home is great for enjoying all of life’s pleasures. Nature. Indoors. Outdoors. Hot tub. Pool table. Poker table. Master suites. Huge kitchen. Clean. Great layout.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahul V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Great house, clean and spacious, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

roger h.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd time
took three family skiing some stayed at chestnut would if helped if we had a phone # to connect with
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Victoria K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving weekend
We had a wonderful stay at the Shagbark Retreat. We had three generations for the long holiday weekend, and there was something for everyone...Younger ones playing pool in the basement, husband working on his laptop on the third floor, and Grandma watching Hallmark movies in the living room! We cooked a lot, including a traditional turkey dinner, and found the kitchen to be very roomy and well-equipped (even the knives were sharp, unusual in a rental kitchen). The photos are very accurate, although the house feels even bigger in person. Probably since it was a holiday, the owners club and resort restaurant were very crowded, so we didn't make much use of those. The one minor question we had after checking was addressed right away via text. We definitely recommend and hope to return in warmer weather to enjoy the beautiful porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna C., Champaign, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The property was just as pictured. The stairs entering the property were easy for me with an injured knee to navigate, hand rail was sturdy. Lovely view and saw wild turkeys in the yard one morning. Spent lots of time on the front porch. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Everything was great except the hot tub does need to be updated. It felt like a slip n slide but we still enjoyed it. The house is very spacious including the master shower upstairs. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day weekend
We had a wonderful stay with our large family. Big enough for everyone to have their own bedroom and space. Kitchen was great for preparing big meals. Space was clean and well cared for. Definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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