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Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States

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A kitchen with wooden paneling, a brick wall, and a vintage stove.
A two-story brick building with a stone foundation, a wooden porch, and a stone pathway leading to a wooden pergola.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a television on the wall.
A traditional living room with ornate furniture, a fireplace, and patterned wallpaper.
A dining room with a large wooden table, ornate chairs, a chandelier, and green curtains with gold trim.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Belvedere Mansion

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Old Market House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dowling House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Grant Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

First Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master upstairs

1 Queen Murphy Bed and 1 Queen Bed

upstairs 2nd bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

main floor bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the area

Galena

Located in Galena, this holiday home is in the city centre. Dowling House and Old Market House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Galena Golf Club and Eagle Ridge Resort Golf. Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Old Market House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dowling House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grant Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grant Home - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States located?

Located in the heart of Galena, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum, Linmar Gardens and Old Market House. Dowling House and Old Blacksmith Shop are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Overall great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 9 Nov 2026
Thank you, Carli!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a treat to stay in a historic property! The library with a VERY deep Grant section was a bonus. Beds are firm but comfortable. Kitchen was so cool! Everything looks old but is modern.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 9 Nov 2026
Thank you..it was our pleasure to serve you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

The place was awesome! Great location, super clean and great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was great! The town of Galena is definitely worth visiting and this home’s history made the visit very memorable. We highly recommend this property, excellent location, comfortable and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing historic home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property. Great location. The history of the home was very interesting and the library had lots of books to look through. Host was wonderful if we needed anything. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful house and full of rich history.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grant home

We had a lovely stay, the property manager was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend with Friends

We loved the place and were very comfortable there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay in Galena

The house was immaculate and felt like you were living in a piece of history. The small details and all the hidden luxuries made it a truly unique and comfortable stay. It's in a great location, close to downtown Galena. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay with history

A group of 7 of us came in for the wine fest and this place worked great for us. The location was very convenient for walking into town and the house was clean/comfortable with all needed amenities. The historic piece was a great added bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home is inviting and cozy and immaculate.

Very comfortable with excellent linens and nice touches. The soaking tub is great. Wonderful to be in such a historic and well-kept place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Galena and Grant

Beautiful property. Amazing history. Our best trip to Galena and because of the house we learned so much more about U. Grant!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

History

Great historic home in Galena. Place was clean and updated but kept its historic charm of Grant’s prior home. The host was responsive and welcoming. Definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2024
Thank you, Jerry. We would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Living history

It was great to live for a couple days in a home where a former president lived. The period furnishings completed the experience, yet the modern appliances in the kitchen are a great convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Elks District meeting

Excellent, excellent property. A little to far to walk downtown but we loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Robin, we are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. Sorry that the walk was challenging for you. Most of our guests enjoy the two block walk while imagining U.S. Grant taking the trek as he did, twice a day.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring break

Better than expected
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay!

We stayed at the property for a girls weekend away and had a great time! The house is very clean and beautifully period appropriate decorated. We were thrilled by some of the amenities that we didn’t expect like a new stove and air conditioning. It is very close to downtown but there are lots of hills. We loved that it was a stop on the historical trolley tour too! We would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love the History

Grant’s pre-war home radiates the rich history and grandeur of Ulysses S. Grant. It offers a warm, elegant atmosphere while immersing guests in the heritage of Galena and its surrounding areas. The property provides stunning views of the town, and downtown Galena is just a short walk away. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully done. Awe-inspiring attention to details and respect for the historical past of the property. Communication with contact person was wonderful and quick. I recommended it to another group of tourists while we were waiting in line for a local attraction. Excellent in all ways.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

My sister and 2 daughter-in-laws stayed at this house ! It is absolutely amazing in every way! Clean well stocked , very nice furniture , and the beds were awesome ! We drove downtown everyday , as the hill coming back up is a big one . Would definitely like to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short but sweet

Fun, too short
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thanks Lynn, glad that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick golf getaway

Fun property because of the unique design and historical significance of the house. Perfect for the four of us (two couples) in Galena to do some golfing, eating, drinking, and socializing. Even spent a few minutes exploring the historic cemetery behind the house. House was clean and had everything that was needed. Communication from the host was clear and concise and even the neighbors would ask how things were going when we encountered them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Big birthday weekend

Six of us spent the weekend celebrating my husband’s 60th birthday at Grant’s pre civil war home. First thing we noticed was the cleanliness of the home. All the history books and the layout of the home was fun to explore. The cake left for us to help celebrate the birthday weekend was beautiful and definitely very appreciated. I know my husband and friends totally enjoyed their time together, having the historic background was the icing on the cake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2024
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
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