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Lakeside is a spacious, flowing home located on the north shores of Lake Galena

Lakefront holiday home with indoor pool and Hot tub

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Exterior
Exterior
Great view of Lake Galena
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 12557.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Grant Home
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower level king

1 King Bed

Lower level master suite

1 King Bed

Main floor

2 Queen Beds

Main floor master

1 King Bed

Master with a private balcony

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Lower Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Main Floor half bath

Toilet

Main floor private bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Queens bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakeside is a spacious, flowing home located on the north shores of Lake Galena

Almost Heaven Rentals Galena who has been in the business of managing vacation rental’s since 2002 is happy to offer you this vacation rental.
Located in the North end of The Galena Territory on the North Cove you will treasure the gorgeous views of Lake Galena as you enjoy two walk out balconies each with breathtaking lake views.

As you enter this flowing tri- level, five bedroom, (6 bed), five and a half bath home you will see a firewood stack for your use at the outdoor fire pit and wood burning fireplace.

The main floor has an open floor plan. There are two bedrooms on the main floor of this home, one king bed suite with a sitting area and en-suite bathroom and one with two queen beds and a full bathroom next door. The kitchen has a large island with an eating counter and four stools, it is open to the dining area, living room and gorgeous two story wood burning fireplace. The main floor has a powder room off the kitchen as well. Behind the kitchen you will find the three seasons room and walk out entrance to the large deck overlooking the lake as well as a laundry room making this house ideal for longer vacation stays. The deck has a gas grill complete with a back up propane tank and dining table and chairs.

The lower level has a second suite complete with a gas fireplace, private bath with jacuzzi tub and shower stall. At the other end of the lower level is the fifth bedroom with an attached bathroom also offering a jacuzzi tub and a shower stall. Between the two lower level bathrooms is the family room with a card table, leather furnishings and a TV. The hot tub is located on the lower patio just outside of the family room.
On the back end of the family room is a bar room with a drink refrigerator, bar to sit at and four bar stools. Walking out the door in the bar room you will find a limestone rock seat rimmed fire pit for marshmallow roasting, chatting and star gazing in to the wee hours. This home comes with six proximity cards. Guests of this home enjoy all of the homeowners amenities within The Galena Territory including the two pools, fitness center, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, pickle ball and tennis. Lake Galena is about ten minutes away and can be accessed by calling the marina to reserve a pontoon boat or kayak. Whether this is your first time to the Galena Territory or your fiftieth this home and area have plenty to explore. Almost Heaven Rentals Galena management team lives in the area and are personally hands on, should an issue arise.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galena

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in The Galena Territory, a neighbourhood in Galena. Old Blacksmith Shop and Old Market House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Old Market House - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Grant Home - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 13 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 26 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Grape Escape - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakeside is a spacious, flowing home located on the north shores of Lake Galena have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Lakeside is a spacious, flowing home located on the north shores of Lake Galena pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside is a spacious, flowing home located on the north shores of Lake Galena?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside is a spacious, flowing home located on the north shores of Lake Galena?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside is a spacious, flowing home located on the north shores of Lake Galena located?

Located in The Galena Territory, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, Old Blacksmith Shop and Old Market House. Dowling House and Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and were very happy how well the home accommodated our group of 9 adults. With plenty of seating in the living room and the perfectly sized dining table we were all able to gather in the same room. We enjoyed our meals and the ample space to relax after. The decks and outdoor areas were lovely too. Also one of the best stocked kitchens with all the necessary items!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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

Wonderful stay!

House was very clean. Everything was in good order and owners were so very flexible with us day of check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Great house for a weekend getaway!

The house was great, very spacious and close to downtown. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly B.

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

Wonderful stay!

We really enjoyed this property, it was very clean, spacious, the area was quiet and we all had a wonderful time! I highly recommend this property :) thanks for the great stay, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Bellevue, USA

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

Beautiful home

Perfect location to spend time with our entire family <3
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

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

Clean and Spacious

Plenty of room for our large family. Great views. We enjoyed the firepit and hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

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

Great place

Very nice place! The bar in the basement was a great place to entertain!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

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

Great house!

Had a wonderful time with family. Enjoyed the view, spacious, clean house, with lots of amenities. Loved the fire pit and hot tub and access to the club house. Would recommend to others and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron R.

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

Lovely Birthday Snowboarding Trip Weekend

The house was amazing! All of the rooms were super comfy and fit all of our guests. The downstairs bar was a main attraction. We made so many great new memories during our weekend there and everyone already wants to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan M., McFarland, Wisconsin

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

Nice place with lots of space

Got together with four of my high school friends and their spouses for a long weekend. Having five bedrooms with their own bath was awesome. Place was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sharilyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Galena territory

Long weekend with old friends. The house is very accommodating for a large group. A lot of space, beds, bathrooms. It could use some updating. I few things didn’t work properly and outside maintenance was needed. It was very clean and plenty of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M., Evanston, Illinois, USA

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

Spacious and clean.

Attractive property, and equipped as represented.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arthur H.

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

Excellent house and property

Very spacious. Three levels so each family had their own level. Well equipped. Nice hot tub. Outdoor fire pit. Bar and extra refrigerator on lower level. Nice deck. Secluded location with plenty of parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

V.Chaney H., Westmont, USA

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

The best 30th

I absolutely loved this house to stay at and celebrate for my 30th birthday. The house was exactly like the pictures but better. I attempted to introduce something different from our city life and they loved it. Checking in was a breeze. The only thing that could've been better was the hot tub (it was having some malfunctions) but our second day someone came bright and early to do some work on it unannounced. My friends and I are planning our next visit already.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

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

Perfect Winter Getaway

We rent a house in Galena Territory every year for New Years and this was the best one yet for our group. The bedrooms were a great size and provided plenty of personal space. The living rooms, kitchen, and eating area were all nice open spaces that allowed our group to hang out while some cooked or watched TV. The hot tub was well taken care of and worked perfect. But the most perfect space was the bar downstairs that provided a hangout spot every night. The kids had a blast playing in the snow, the dads watched football, and the moms enjoyed the town with shopping and wine tasting. All in all, a perfect winter getaway and one that looks to be just as amazing in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Spacious home with beautiful views of Lake Galena

We had 4 adults and 7 kids in our group and everyone had a bedroom and bed, the house has ample space. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need and it’s open to the living and dining room allowing families to hang out while prepping meals. The living room has a fireplace and they provide the fire starters and wood for it. There’s a Weber grill on the first floor with an extra tank and all the grilling tools are there too. The hot tub on the lower level was really nice, we enjoyed it every day. I think we were the first visitors after winter because the house could have used a quick overall cleaning before we arrived, but I’ll take that up with the management team. The upper balcony does need some repairs, there’s some floorboards that are rotted and the railing has a missing spindle. We had to keep the kids off that porch for safety reasons. But we did notify management so hopefully it gets fixed. Overall the home was fantastic and we’d stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I believe this is our 4th time returning to this home. It’s everyone’s favorite spot for our annual Galena trip. The only negative is I wish I could bring my dog. So many positives! It’s a perfect house for hosting a big group. We love hanging out on the beautiful deck, Willi’s bar, the open kitchen, and hot tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heide S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very accomodating for our group of 10 adults. Kitchen was was well equipped with pans and appliances we needed. Loved having the large table for all to eat together and play games. Check in and check out was easy. We had a great family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is gorgeous and exactly how the pictures describe. I am incredibly impressed with how clean the house was and overall size. Everyone enjoyed their stay very much and I would definitely recommend to anyone staying in the Galena area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donald A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I enjoyed our stay on the property. The property was very clean, spacious, and comfortable. Some of the utensils that we brought with us were unnecessary because the amenities outlined in the property description were accurate.The one complaint that I do have is that the balcony furniture, especially off the main upstairs bedroom, is very weathered.We had a 3, 8,10 and 12 year-old in our group of 10. The Territory Owner's club with its pool and game room was an absolute necessity when they tired of exploring Galena city limits.I would definitely recommend that first time visitors to Galena Territory plan their arrival before sundown. The roads are pitch black, hilly, and curvy. We arrived after 8pm and this made our last 4 miles to the property after leaving Route 20 a little daunting.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Family Getaway at Eagle Ridge

The rental process and the property itself were truly wonderful. Property owners were very easy to contact and responsive. The only improvement we would recommend is that the kitchen could use some additions like bowls, trays and baskets for serving food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in The Galena Territory!The home was spacious and accommodated our family perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Excellent accommodations

We had perfect accommodations for our family and the hosts were excellent communicating with us! Clean, comfortable, with beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curry P.

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

Beautiful Home for a Guys Weekend

The house and property we're both in great shape. The house had plenty of room for the 10 of us to sleep, spend time together, and cook for the group. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick M.

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

Memorial Day Weekend

A group of 9 adults and 2 children enjoyed our stay. The location is convenient to Galena and offers use of association amenities such as the clubhouse/pools. The home layout with private rooms and ample bathrooms were ideal for our group, giving everyone their own space. The kitchen had plenty of utensils and cookware which facilitated us cooking in. We would recommend this property to others.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by EMILY NICOLIN

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Almost Heaven Rentals Galena has been in business managing vacation rental’s since 2002, we take pride in offering you a quality vacation rental. We live in the area and are a hands on team.

Why they chose this property

The driftless area is one of the most beautiful places in America, most of our guests first response is “I can’t believe this is Illinois”. We felt the same way when we first came here as well and that’s why we’ve made it home.

What makes this property unique

This home is beautiful and well laid out for large groups. It’s big enough to gather the family or friends to enjoy being together and still have privacy.

Languages:

English

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