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Tower House Galena | A Private Retreat with Heated Saltwater

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Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, foosball, stereo
A heated pool
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

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

Tower House Galena | A Private Retreat with Heated Saltwater

Welcome to Tower House Galena—your private hilltop escape just minutes from downtown. Surrounded by trees and overlooking open countryside, this spacious, thoughtfully appointed home offers the perfect setting for a relaxing getaway, family vacation, or weekend with friends.


Inside, the layout is open and inviting, with vaulted ceilings, large windows, and a cozy fireplace anchoring the main living area. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to cook, gather, and share meals. Whether you’re reconnecting over dinner or enjoying a quiet morning coffee, the space is designed to bring people together.


The home sleeps up to ten guests across four comfortable bedrooms. Three bedrooms feature king beds with ample storage and soft linens. The fourth bedroom includes two queen beds—ideal for kids, couples, or friends sharing a room. There are three full bathrooms and one half bath, including an en suite in the primary bedroom.


Step outside and the experience continues. The private backyard features a heated saltwater pool (seasonal), surrounded by trees, loungers, and an outdoor dining area. A cedar barrel sauna offers a spa-like experience just steps from the pool. As the sun sets, gather around the fire pit or unwind in the fresh country air while gazing out over the pasture, where local cows often wander up to the fence for a visit.


At the top of the home is the signature tower room—a quiet, elevated space with sweeping views and a telescope for stargazing or catching magnified sunsets over the Galena hills. It’s a favorite spot to read, reflect, or simply take in the beauty of your surroundings.


Located just a short drive from Galena’s historic Main Street, Tower House offers easy access to shopping, dining, golf, vineyards, and hiking—yet it remains a peaceful and private world of its own.


If you’re looking for a clean, spacious, and well-located home base with a few unforgettable extras—like a sauna, pool, and stargazing tower—Tower House Galena delivers a truly special stay.

Property manager

Ron

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 4,000 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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Breed Restrictions Apply. Pet fee is paid per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

532825

About the neighborhood

Map
IL, Galena

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grant Home - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 12 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Grant Park - 12 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 29 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Galena Territory Owners' Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Galena Brewing - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tower House Galena | A Private Retreat with Heated Saltwater pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Tower House Galena | A Private Retreat with Heated Saltwater?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tower House Galena | A Private Retreat with Heated Saltwater?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tower House Galena | A Private Retreat with Heated Saltwater located?

Located in The Galena Territory, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and within 9 mi (15 km) of Grant Home and Grant Park. Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Tower House Galena | A Private Retreat with Heated Saltwater Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Great place to stay, hot tub and sauna were excellent, and great view out the back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Nice House very clean well maintained would rent it again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

One of the cleanest Vrbo’s we’ve stayed in
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Very nice and accommodating for a family gathering. Lots of space yet plenty of privacy in the many different rooms that offer guests places to retreat for solitude when looking to get away from the crowd. We went in the fall but look forward to a return in the summer to use all of the outdoor activities that are available.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Spent my 50th birthday with my friends in this beautiful place! Loved it! So much to do, well decorated and super clean! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Beautiful property and very kind hosts. The house was even better than we could have imagined. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We rented this house for a 4-night stay to celebrate my dad’s 85th birthday. It was exactly what we had hoped for. We had the fireplace going every night, stayed in and cooked two of the nights, and had movie night each night. The convenience store a few minutes from the house had everything we needed but forgot to bring! The house was super cozy and comfortable. The check-in process was a breeze and communications were timely. I would highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a nice little getaway with the family or large group!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The house was perfect for our group! Very comfy beds, lots of room to spread out, gorgeous spaces…we loved it all! The kitchen was well stocked; the only thing we thought was missing were wine glasses. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

A luxurious home with an attentive host. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the weekend, spending time in the pool or the hot tub and playing games or star gazing at night. A verymemorable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Our stay at the Tower House was amazing. We enjoyed everything this house had to offer; hot tub, sauna, games, family dinners. The house is very spacious with plenty of room for the entire family and provided the ability for the kids to do “their own things” throughout our stay.Ron was prompt with answering any of our questions prior to our stay. Since we were arriving later in the evening, he left the lights on to welcome us.We would recommend the Tower house!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

This beautiful home was perfect for us. Ron is the nicest, most accommodating host you could ask for. Stunning home with lots of space and views from every room. We enjoyed everything, the screened in porch, the sauna, the whirlpool, the grill, the fire pit, and the most spectacular Tower room. We will definitely be back. For all of it…and the incredible sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Tower House is a great place for a family vacation. It’s cozy, bright and comfortable. With bedrooms located on all three levels, it provides guests with space and privacy. The main level has plenty of gathering space that spills out onto a large deck with great views. The property is clean and well maintained and comes with a completely outfitted kitchen. The location is quiet and beautiful. I highly recommend Tower House.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

The house has a beautiful view while offering total privacy. The layout of the house affords lots of room to gather but also cozy private spaces. As the earliest riser in the family, I loved drinking my first cup of coffee on the private upstairs deck. This house will be doubly spectacular once the inground swimming pool is completed. Unfortunately we were too busy with the kids to enjoy the hot tub or sauna.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Way to short
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

We love visiting the Galena area. This home is perfectly situated in the Galena Ridge Territory area. The property and home are very well kept and there is ample space for a family to relax. The outdoor space is wonderful and the warm pool and hot tub are terrific. Plenty of land for kids to run around too. The bathrooms and kitchen are not new but extremely well kept and clean. There was ample key items like dish soap, detergent, toilet paper, pool towels. Many places skimp and this place did not! It’s little things like this that go a long way!! We loved it here and intend to visit again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We had a perfect 4-day vacation there. It is a beautiful house in a great location. There was room for all nine of us to play together and also to find a space for some alone time. We hung out and relaxed. We cooked together in the well-stocked kitchen. We played games in the house and on the large area of mowed grass. The kids swam and played in three pools in the owner's club. The adults used the work out room and the tennis courts there. We went horse back riding at a stable a short 8 minute drive from the house. We want to come back next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

This amazingly beautiful, cozy home was just what the doctor ordered for a college roommate reunion. The house comfortably sleeps 10 and there is a lot of space for everyone to spread out. Almost all of the appliances are brand new. The hot tub and sauna were a nice touch and in good condition. Having access to wood for the wood burning fireplace in the main living room was lovely. Sitting in that main room, which overlooked the scenic valley, watching it snow, was a highlight of our trip. The convenience of the house to the main road was also nice for trips to town. The furniture was comfortable. Communication with the owner was easy and quick. Overall, I would highly recommend this property. It is beautiful and provided a great space for a weekend that we will never forget.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

I almost don't want to mention how amazing our vacation was at this property. The house and location were top notch, the backyard was incredible and the communication with the host was some of the best we've ever experienced. It was truly paradise for us and we will 100% be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Our stay was wonderful! The home was comfortable with lots of space. The favorite space was the “tower” room. The views up there were incredible!! Our host, Ron was very accessible and made sure we had what we needed to have a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

The house was beautiful with plenty of room for all of our guests! We had three generations that gathered in Galena to celebrate one of my sisters 60th birthday…a great time was had by all! We would definitely stay at this location again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

This property is beautiful & very accommodating! It is about a 13 min drive into downtown Galena, but it is so very nice! 7 of us, High School Girlfriends had a wonderful time & plan to book this property again next year! The property owner was responsive, in a timely matter, to all of our questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023