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Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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Nestled on a beautiful wooded lot, Wooded Retreat offers comfortable living across 3 levels for up to 10 guests. Enjoy quality time together in the open-plan kitchen, dining room and cozy family room with a wood burning fireplace. Relax in the private bedrooms or unwind outside by the wood burning fire pit or NEW Outdoor Hot Tub.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10197 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly

**Pet-Friendly Wooded Retreat** is just 5.5 miles from Downtown Galena and 3 miles from the GTA Owners Club, nestled in a serene wooded lot near Thunder Bay Falls. Accommodating up to 10 guests (9 in beds), the home features three levels of comfortable living.

*Golf Benefits: Guests have access to our Eagle Ridge Golf Membership with preferred rates and tee times at The General, The North Course and the South Course! Contact us for details.

Upon entering, you'll find a bright living room with a cathedral ceiling, open to the kitchen and dining area. Enjoy the cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace (wood provided) and a flat-screen cable TV. The dining area is well-stocked for entertaining, with direct access to a grill on the deck and a screened porch with seating for six. The main level includes a primary bedroom with a king bed and a jetted tub. Upstairs, a private bedroom with an ensuite bathroom offers solitude, while the lower level includes two additional bedrooms—one with a queen bed and the other with three twin beds—along with a full bathroom. A high chair and pack & play are available (bring bedding). The family room also has a game table, air hockey, and access to the new outdoor hot tub, plus an outdoor fire pit with firewood provided. Pet friendly homes do require a $150 pet fee.

You will have access to the GTA Owners Club while staying with us. The indoor pool is open year-round and the outdoor pool is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. The club is an exclusive amenity that can be used by only Galena Territory property owners and their guests. The Owners' Club includes an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor swimming pool w/slides, a kiddie pool, a fitness room, a game room, indoor/outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts, a seasonal snack bar, free WiFi, and an outdoor playground. Don't forget to visit Lake Galena, The Shenandoah Riding Center and hiking trails throughout the 6,800-acre property. Disclaimer: You may not have enough cards for your entire group. Guest passes can be purchased for just $5 a day at the GTA admin office or pool entrance, staying with us grants you access, it may not be free. Please remember usage of the amenities is NEVER guaranteed. We do not discount or refund due to their closure.

Our cancellation policy is NOT flexible, we highly recommend travel insurance. Travel insurance is offered at the time of booking and up until 15 days before check-in. The provider is CSA. When you book a home with us we will require 30% down, this is a payment not a deposit. The full balance is due 14 days before check-in. If you cancel prior to the 14 days you will receive the first payment less a $35 cancellation fee. At the 14 day mark your stay will become non-refundable and dates cannot be adjusted. Your payments will automatically be processed to the card you place on file at the time of booking. Your rental agreement (sent after booking) will reflect the due dates and amounts.

Please Note: You will be required to sign an electronic rental agreement at the time of booking, we ask this be signed and filed within 48 hours of receiving to guarantee your reservation. You must be 25 or older when booking and present the entire stay. Check-in details are sent 3 days before your arrival to the email on file. This includes the home's address, the access code, and other pertinent home/area information. Early check-in is never guaranteed and cannot be considered until the night before or the morning of your arrival. The check-in details will cover this process.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,116 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Wooded Quiet Cozy! Screened Porch Fireplace Gas Grill Fire Pit!
1929-168225

About the area

Located in The Galena Territory, a neighbourhood in Galena, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Grant Home and West Street Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Galena Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. Visit our Galena travel guide
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Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Grant Home featuring heritage elements and a house
    Grant Home
    10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Galena showing a house, heritage elements and heritage architecture
    Belvedere Mansion
    11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Galena which includes heritage elements, military items and a garden
    Grant Park
    11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Old Market House showing heritage elements and a house
    Old Market House
    12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    6 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly have a pool?

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

Is Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly located?

This family-friendly Galena holiday home is located in the mountains, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Linmar Gardens and Grant Park. West Street Sculpture Park and Grant Home are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Cozy Wooded Retreat on Colony ~ Fireplace,~Fire Pit~Hot Tub & Fido Friendly Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and comfortable. Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Dog friendly wooded spot

Plenty of room for the five of us. Gameroom, hot tub and dog friendly. Conveniently located, comfortable and very clean. Great stay for Labor Day weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice Y.

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

Our Galena Getaway

Our family was celebrating my nieces 30th birthday and spending time with my nephew’s new baby. I can’t say enough about what a wonderful time we all had!The house was perfect,it accommodated everyone perfectly and there was so much space to be away from each other if needed. We used everything, from the hot tub, fire pit and the poker table! The screened in porch was like sitting in a tree house! We wished we could stay longer because we didn’t want to leave such a wonderful place!We definitely would rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth Y.

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

Great pet friendly house and location

Property is nicely decorated and very clean. It was chilly few days so did not use hot tub. Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick A., US

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

AmaIng place

This house was amazing. It was clean and had plenty of space for everyone. We loved the hot tub and the proximity to the walking trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J.

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

Galena Territory House Rental

Our family of 6 adults and 3 kids enjoyed staying here. Plenty of space and a fully stocked kitchen. We especially enjoyed the screened porch and closet of board games. Beautiful hiking trails near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house. Everything you need for your stay. Close to town. This is a dog friendly house, so I brought my Golden Retriever. There is a private home next door, with an invisible fence for their dog. Beware tho, that dog knows how to get past it. The dog came onto the property, I was staying at and nipped my dog. This happened twice. My dog was on a leash. I did contact the host about this.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara W., North Liberty

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

Just what we needed

Plenty of space, nice location, quiet and beautiful neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great weekend skiing

Location was great and plenty of room.Nice house but had not been cleaned very well from last guests. There was confetti dotted around the floor, the kitchen table and countertops were not clean and there was a lot of pet hair on the rugs and carpets.Nevertheless, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susana D.

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

Beautiful Cottage Feeling Home

We stayed 2 nights with our small dog. We regret not booking an extra night. The owner was friendly and very quick to answer my questions. The location is also a stunning area of the territories. We will be back and plan on using this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

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

Great rental

We had a great time at this rental. The listing is accurate and is more beautiful than it looks. We had a small issue with the hot tub and we were easily able to contact people and get it fixed immediately. Would highly recommend! Welcome back in a heart beat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

David E.

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

Family Getaway

House was lovely, beds comfortable, Great location Would be nice to have couch in basement and TV did not work in basement.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Family vacation

Very comfortable. Exactly as pictured. Would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Becky N.

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

Second stay

Second time that we’ve stayed at this home. Lots of room for us all. Things were clean. Hopefully will be back next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald W.

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

Family Vacation

A perfect location to enjoy the many experiences that makes the Galena area a wonderful family vacation destination. The property was ideal for this family outing. The Galena Territory has so much to offer and the property was within easy reach of the Galena historical, food and shopping experiences. The property is everything you could want for a family outing. It had everthing we needed. It was like being at home. We highly recommend this property and the area in general. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

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

Excellent, quiet stay

First impression, super cute, inside and out and super clean. Close to neighbors but the timber trees between the houses made us feel secluded. Quiet neighborhood. Loved the screened in porch and loved the hot tub. Fairly close to downtown. Really don’t have anything negative to say about our stay. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Late holiday family time

Looked like a snowy fairy land . The walkway and drive were just shoveled and the roads were fairly clear for being in the territories. Had a blast in the hot tub even with the below freezing temps.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kati S.

Great mini vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay at the Wooded Retreat was wonderful. The house was clean and tidy. There was more than enough room for just two of us. The hot tub worked great and was a highlight of our stay. The living room furniture was very comfortable and cozy. We also enjoyed relaxing on the screened in porch. There were plenty of dishes, pots and pans. Be sure to bring foil, ziplocs, and/or Saran Wrap for storing leftover food. The house was located in a quiet area and is very close to walking paths and the waterfall. Our contact was easy to get ahold of. We really had a great time in Galena Territory!

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

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

Ideal winter getaway

Everything was as stated and perfectly suited to our 5 person family (2 parents, 3 teenagers). Beds, baths, kitchen, hot tub, games, tv, living room all as advertised. We were too tired from snowboarding all day to try out the poker table. Easy to get downtown Galena and on over to Chestnut Mountain, yet secluded enough for us to stand and stare at the Milky Way from the house at night with almost no light pollution to obscure the view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

Women’s get away

Property & home were perfect for 6 women in late 60s & 70s We did not use the hot tub, deck , 3 seasons room, or fire pit as it was too hot. The home was very clean & the beds were all very comfortable . Would definitely stay again The upstairs bedroom is very bright due to the windows & sky lights. My only negative is the coffee pot took 1 hour to brew & the single serve kept quitting. Also could use a large pot for making spaghetti.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolene L.

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

Fall Family Weekend Getaway

Beautifully, well-maintained home that was perfect for my 80 something in-laws, my 20 something daughter and husband, and my husband and me. Each couple having their own bathroom sold me. We enjoyed cooking steaks on the grill and had a wonderful dinner in the kitchen and then resided to the outdoor firepit for a bonfire. The wood provided was awesome as we had fires both evenings. We loved being surrounded by the tall colorful trees as well. The only recommendation I would have is allowing renters in at 3pm instead of 4pm. Thank you for a wonderful stay! instead of 4pm. of 4pm. have is weather
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Galena Weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Property was adequate. Bedrooms were very comfortable; our granddaughters loved the room with 3 beds. The hot tub was a treat on a cold night. The area was beautiful for walking.One negative was that we did not have enough passes to the Owner's Club for everyone in our party even though I had indicated how many were coming. Also, we found toys, dried Play Doh and chewed gum under beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

Girl’s Weekend perfection

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was perfect. Plenty of comfortable beds and space for everyone. 3 full bathrooms. The screen porch was the best part of the house and we spent mornings and evenings there. The hot tub was well maintained and very clean. We had a wonderful time in Galena just a short 10 min drive away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hobart D.

Wonderful place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time here. It has recently been updated and redecorated.
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10/10 Excellent

Vaidas S.

Great house!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the house we stayed in. The house was in great shape and clean. With all the bedrooms and bathrooms we had enough space to make everyone feel comfortable. I would highly recommend this house!