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Longwood Hideaway - A Warm, Elegant Retreat for Rest & Restoration

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Front porch
Front yard

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Longwood Hideaway - A Warm, Elegant Retreat for Rest & Restoration

Welcome to Longwood Hideaway, a serene, designer - curated retreat tucked into the rolling hills of Galena Territory. This warm, elegant home is thoughtfully styled for comfort, beauty, and effortless hospitality - the perfect place to rest, restore, and reconnect.

Wake up to golden morning light drifting across the trees. Enjoy slow coffee on the deck. Hike the wooded trails, golf at the General, enjoy the pools, gym, at the owner's club, rent a boat at the marina for an evening of fishing. Reserve a pickle ball and tennis court for an afternoon or horseback ride at the Shanandoah Riding Center. After a full day of activities, come back to the Longwood Hideaway and enjoy a glass of wine in the screened in porch or hot tub. Once inside for the evening, enjoy the many games, puzzles, or a game of pool and card games.

Inside, you'll find beautifully appointed 4 bedrooms and 4 baths. Two bedrooms have attached baths, and two bedrooms have baths that are adjacent. You'll find three comfortable gathering spaces, and thoughtful touches that make your stay feel cared for. From the well-equipped kitchen to the cozy bedrooms and spa-inspired baths, everything is designed to feel calm clean, and gracious.

Whether you are exploring Galena, enjoying the Territory amenities, or simply savoring quiet moments inside this warm elegant space, Longwood Hideaway is a place to breathe, unwind, and feel beautifully at home.

Jody Bergeson
Owner/Manager

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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
Children are always welcome!
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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

About the area

Galena

Located in The Galena Territory, a neighbourhood in Galena, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on a lake. Mississippi River and Horseshoe Mound reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Grant Home - 10 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Grant Park - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Old Market House - 12 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blaum Bros Public House - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Galena Taphouse - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Longwood Hideaway - A Warm, Elegant Retreat for Rest & Restoration have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Longwood Hideaway - A Warm, Elegant Retreat for Rest & Restoration?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Longwood Hideaway - A Warm, Elegant Retreat for Rest & Restoration on 16 Aug 2026 start from AU$590, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Longwood Hideaway - A Warm, Elegant Retreat for Rest & Restoration pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Longwood Hideaway - A Warm, Elegant Retreat for Rest & Restoration?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Longwood Hideaway - A Warm, Elegant Retreat for Rest & Restoration?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Longwood Hideaway - A Warm, Elegant Retreat for Rest & Restoration?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Longwood Hideaway - A Warm, Elegant Retreat for Rest & Restoration located?

This family-friendly Galena holiday home is located on a lake, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Linmar Gardens and Grant Park. West Street Sculpture Park and Horseshoe Mound are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 142 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This 4 bedroom 4 bathroom home is a great pick for any trip. We didn’t use all the amenities and kept saying we would have to come back! Would book here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful. It had everything we needed for a relaxing, fun weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2026
Thank you for your review. We hope you come back again to the Longwood Hideaway.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! Great location! Would definitely recommend. Loved the screened in room. Was a bit cool outside, a nice touch would be a gas fire feature or heaters. We still sat in the screened room, even in the cold
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very nice and clean, we enjoyed our time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geno C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place nice and clean well taken care of great location it had everything that we need love it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and the views are beautiful! My family and I thoroughly enjoyed it and wished we could have stayed longer. Everything we needed was provided and would love to come back someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2026
Thank you Carolyn for the nice review. We look forward to hosting you again!
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10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous house, loved the unique style for each room. We enjoyed so much our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2025
Thank for staying at the Longwood Hideaway. We would love to have you visit soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! We had 8 people. Ample towels, kitchen essentials, games, etc. Very clean. House is so big and 3 levels, each floor had its own living areas too. Very happy!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was wonderful! The pictures are a true representation of the property. Host was very responsive before the stay and during the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A K.

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

Wonderful property, would stay again

Everything about our stay was great. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, home was perfect. Had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of my favorite house rentals yet in Galena! What a lovely place! So much space, hot tub easy location to enjoy, decor point on-would definitely stay here again. Rental experience seemed very personable as well instead of a corporate rental company experience. Everything you need and more
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2026
Thank you for your review. We look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of 8 very much enjoyed our stay. The house and property are beautiful, clean, and very well stocked with every kitchen/bath items you may need. Lots of pantry items such a coffee, tea and spices as well. We didn't use the hot tub, but the fire pit was very enjoyable during the evenings. The stones are more comfortable to sit on than they appear. The owner is absolutely fabulous! Very responsive and got back to me within minutes on any questions I had. Would without a doubt recommend this property to anyone visit the Galena area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Thank you Rhonda for the beautiful review. We strive at making a memorable experience for our guest. We hope that you and the other guest come back to the Longwood Hideaway.
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean and in quiet area of Territory.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donka P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful and cozy, the best house we've ever rented. Fully equipped, down to the smallest detail house: kitchen, bedrooms, everything. Thank you for the wonderful Christmas decoration! On behalf of all of us, we wish you a happy New Year with best wishes!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2026
Thank you for the nice review. We hope you will come back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geno C.

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

Great location

Amazing house clean and it had everything that we need great communication love it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2024
Thank you for the great review. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marci D.

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

Thank you

Loved our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

terry b.

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

Family Holiday

Annual Family winter getaway in Galena. Great house , had everything we needed for our stay. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2024
Thank you Terry for your positive review. I hope you think of Longwood Hideaway for your next annual family getaway.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine A.

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

Wonderful Stay

The home is beautiful and just as described by the owners. Plenty of space for a large family and a very well stocked kitchen including coffee station and plenty of dishes, bowls and anything you would need. Located in a nice quiet neighborhood. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Galena werkend

Very nice home had everything you needed. Great location on a quite area of the Territory. Easy access to all the amenities in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyle H.

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

Longwood experience

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here at the Hideaway. The home was very comfortable, clean and accessible for us elderly users. We would recommend this home very highly..
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2023
Thank you, Lyle, for the 5-star review. We look forward to hosting you again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberta M.

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

Sib reunion

Wonderful home! Lots of room and quiet area of Eagle Ridge. Kitchen had plenty of accessories making it easy to cook meals. Definitely would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennette M.

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

Longwood Hideaway was perfect

We thoroughly enjoyed Longwood Hideaway for our annual girls trip. The screened in porch saw lots of morning coffee chats and games. The space allowed us plenty of room to stretch out and not be in each others way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

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

Sibling Reunion

The six of us had a great time. The house had everything we needed and more!! The home had ample space for group activities and areas for individual private time! Location was excellent as we had easy access to area attractions and surrounding towns. We definitely would book this home again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jody A. Uhlarik

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For more than three decades, I have devoted my career creating spaces that feel both beautifully designed and deeply lived in. My work has always been rooted in a simple belief; a home should welcome you, restore you, and reflect the life you want to live.
My second brand, Longwood Hideaway, is where my love of hospitality comes to life. It is a place shaped by warmth, comfort, and the quiet luxury of being cared for. There, I design not just rooms, but experiences - the feeling of arrival, the ease of styling, the memory of being welcomed

Why they chose this property

Galena Territory unfolds like a quiet, breath deepening escape - a landscape of rolling hills, winding roads, and wide-open sky. Morning light settles softly over the valleys, touching the treetops with a warm, golden glow. Deer move gently through the meadows. Birds skim across still water. Everything feels slower here, calmer, beautifully unhurried.
The terrain rises and falls in graceful waves, dotted with pines, oaks, and hidden pockets of prairie. Lakes shimmer between the hills. Trails weave through the woods. At dusk, the sky turns a soft watercolor - lavender, peach, and deepening blue - before the stars arrive in a quiet, brilliant sweep.
There's a sense of welcome in the air, a feeling that you've stepped into a place meant for rest, reflection, and simple joy. Galena Territory is peaceful, timeless, and wonderfully grounding - the perfect backdrop for a retreat like Longwood Hideaway.

What makes this property unique

Every corner has purpose - reading nooks, layered lighting, cozy textures, and spaces designed for slow morning and quiet evenings.
It feels lived in, loved, and deeply welcoming.

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