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10 Min Walk to Main St., Updated 1840s Historic Home, Stocked Kitchen, W/D,

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Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Dowling House
    5 min walk
  • Old Blacksmith Shop
    6 min walk
  • Dillon's
    5 min walk
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    28 min drive

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About the area

Galena

With a stay at this vacation home in Galena, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Dowling House and Old Blacksmith Shop. .This vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Old Market House and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Dowling House - 5 min walk
  • Old Market House - 9 min walk
  • Grant Park - 15 min walk
  • Belvedere Mansion - 19 min walk
  • Grant Home - 19 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

10 Min Walk to Main St., Updated 1840s Historic Home, Stocked Kitchen, W/D,

You'll find all of the modern updates to the kitchen and baths in this 2BR 1.5 Bth home but the 1840s charm remains!

Along with the two bedrooms, there is an additional space to sleep on a fold down couch in Den.

We stocked the kitchen with a Thanksgiving meal in mind, so bring your culinary skills!

The porches are the perfect place to watch the world go by with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine.

The location is ideal for making your way to the shops and restaurants on Main Street. Leave your car and walk 8-10 minutes and you are in the heart of the fun!

Grant Park is just across the pedestrian bridge from downtown.

If you are looking to enjoy the outdoors, The river trail is just below Grant Park and you can kayak on the Galena River. There are kayak rental locations near the river. In the winter, there's skiing or hiking at Chestnut Mountain. We've got some brochures in our Welcome Book as well.

History is front and center in Galena-- so whether you check out the homes of President Grant, hop on
the Trolley Tour, visit the Galena History Museum or just walk around the Historic District, you'll feel like a step back in time.

There is never a shortage of things to do in Galena, no matter the season. We are happy to welcome you to this beautiful part of the world.

NOTE: The house is on a hill and there are a lot of stairs.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a washing machine.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

Marion Brooks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The home is NOT child proofed. Steep stairs inside

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

10 Min Walk to Main St., Updated 1840s Historic Home, Stocked Kitchen, W/D, Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl weekend
We had an amazing time and loved the property! Absolutely outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Galena
Well-maintained inside. Unbelievably clean. Property owner answered questions in a timely manner. There were a lot.of steps to the house, but the write up of the property did mention the steps. The walk into the historic area was short. We even did it in the rain and it was no big deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House
This house was perfect for our yearly trip to Galena. So clean & spacious! We didn’t even use the second living room. And just a short walk to downtown. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
This is the 2nd time we have stayed in this cute house. We really enjoy the atmosphere of this home and close to downtown to walk. Always clean. We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Clean and convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing! Great location!
My best friend and I stayed for 3 nights. We thoroughly enjoyed Galena and the beautiful home. The owners have thought of everything someone would need. Walking distance to everything also.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Great place and a great location! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S., Waukesha, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot for Couples Getway to Galena
It is a neat old house with modern and comfortable amenities. The house was clean and well stocked with everything you need. The two bedrooms are on opposite sides of the house, and each has a bathroom (one is only a powder room). It was nice for each couple to have a little privacy while sharing the house. We parked the car in front of the house and left it there for the weekend. The house is an easy 5-7 min walk to Main Street to get to all the restaurants, bars, and shops. It wasn't a problem for us, but note that there are steep steps to get to the property. Glad we found this adorable spot and talked about coming back next fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy
It was very bohemian on style site. It is an 1840 building and has a lot of stairs. It wasn’t enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, Location!
4 of us senior adults thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Blocks from Main street a definite plus for walkability! Enjoyed the side porch and nicely remodeled layout with both bedrooms and baths on one floor. Very clean! Marion quickly responded to our questions. Worked well for us all!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Wonderful old house with modern amenities. Great communication with the host. Be prepared for lots of stairs!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie W., Verona

Liked: Cleanliness
Unassuming home exterior, updated comfortable charming interior.
Galena is hilly & beautiful! I found the town to be inspiring & a lot larger than i anticipated. This home is in a great location if you’re ok with stairs to the door. There were a lot of extras & small touches to welcome guests. The beds, pillows were fresh & comfy. Kitchen well appointed. The a/c worked well in all levels which showed the professional remodel done correctly. Old house charm was retained. The best part was the homes thick walls creating a quiet zone in each room. We were fine with 1 shower. The 1/2 bath was in a good location. The 3rd bedroom is the downstairs family room & comfortable since the upstairs living room was primarily used. Marian was very accommodating & a great communicator. We will stay here again without hesitation & recommend to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tazio G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worked out GREAT for a family stay in Galena
Easy walk to everything, which we did several times per day! Super clean, nicely laid out, would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrea a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Historic Home
We sure enjoyed the care with which this home was restored! It was the perfect balance of charming touches and modern conveniences!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway in Galena
Love the old home with modernized updates. Quite a few steps to get our luggage & bags up to the house …. But we did it. Great location off of busy road - walking distance to Main Street. We enjoyed the porch swing, walking the hilly neighborhoods & checking out Galena County. Thank you for sharing your space.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou R., Saint Paul, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Historic Home
We enjoyed this beautiful historic home with all the updated amenities. We especially enjoyed watching a family of foxes out the kitchen window in the early mornings and evenings. The kitchen area was easy and spacious. If you can walk hills, you'll love walking to and from downtown Galena.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend in Beautiful Home
We had a great weekend in this beautiful, historic home. Every detail in the home was carefully thought about. Kitchen was great for cooking and the porch was great for sitting. Very comfortable beds and cozy couches. Perfect walk to downtown for all of our entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M., Verona , Wi

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
We had a blast!! The house was so unique we loved it !! We walked downtown all weekend it was so nice not to have to drive anywhere! Would definitely recommend this house ! One of our best girls weekends ❤️Loved the outdoor porches! And the house was decorated so nice !! Thanks for the memories !!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly Galena Style
From the minute we unlocked the door, till we left - I cannot say enough about the home. Simply adorable - if you are at all familiar with the beautiful homes in Galena. This home was beautifully decorated, warm and inviting. Everything had been updated, so you had a nice kitchen and baths to use.The home is so convenient to walk to the downtown shops and restaurants. The parking is on the street, but not a problem to find something right in front of the house. You will need to climb stairs, but no biggie, unless you're handicapped or struggle with stairs. We so enjoyed being able to stay all together, giving us time as a family to eat and chat about our day or whatever. We had a hotel with two rooms reserved, but that would have totally separated us, and not given us the family time together. I cannot say enough about this home and location. The owner was so great to get a hold of prior to checking in, and if we had questions she was more than happy to have us reach out to her during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for local shopping and fun!
The house was situated very close to the main street for shopping and dining. Parking was easy on the street. Everything was very clean and the kitchen was immaculate. We appreciated all of the soft linens and towels. For four women, the house was absolutely perfect. We also really enjoyed sitting out the deck each night with the swing and got to watch deer across the way. Spectacular home and really easy check in process!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
Marion’s house was exactly plus more than we expected! We loved the cozy, historic feel, the decorating and all the extra touches like fireplaces, antique phones, motion detector night lights in hall and kitchen. The beds were amazingly comfortable. I would not recommend to anyone who does not do well with stairs but for our group of ladies 47 to 66 it wasn’t a problem. We were lucky with the early April weather and the 10 minute walk to Main Street was an easy one. This home would be a great place to curl up to read a book or watch a movie also. I would give 5 stars and would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024