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Freshly Updated!

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu
Property grounds
Nestled in a private corner lot surrounded by trees, this 4-bedroom townhome offers the perfect retreat after exploring Galena Territory. Relax on the upper deck with a comfy fire or enjoy quality time with family through fun activities like bumper pool and puzzles. With great WiFi connection and cable TV, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool

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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.

Freshly Updated!


Enjoy relaxing in comfort after a day shopping in historic downtown Galena or exploring the Galena Territory! Optimize family time with our fun activities including bumper pool, puzzles, board games and a giant Jenga set! This 4 bedroom townhome is nestled on a corner lot with plenty of trees for privacy. Bring your binoculars to search out the abundant bird calls that will greet you each morning! Or unwind with a comfy fire on the upper deck. A full bathroom and queen size bedroom are located on each of the three levels, with a fourth bedroom on the lower level. Main level offers a well appointed kitchen, family room, and dining area with extended seating available. Lower level offers a game room, two bedrooms (one with bunk beds), laundry facilities, and deck. Upper level offers the best bedroom view, you’ll feel like your sleeping in the trees! Great WIFI connection & cable TV, Netflix, & Hulu are available. Please note that it is a bit of a walk from the parking lot to our unit. Our home is not suitable for those with mobility challenges.

Amenities include indoor pool, tennis & pickle ball courts, fitness center and game room (pool & ping pong tables). Fee based amenities include boat rentals on Lake Galena, horse back riding and 4 on site golf courses.the discounted rate.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Dressed For The Holidays
Freshly Update; Wooded Views!
Freshly Updated; Wooded Views!
DRESSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Galena
Freshly Updated Wooded Landscape!
DRESSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Private vacation home
DRESSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Private vacation home Galena

About the area

Located in The Galena Territory, a neighborhood in Galena, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. Grant Home and Washburne House Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Galena Golf Club. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Grant Home - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 17 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Grant Park - 17 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 34 min drive - 28.0 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galena Territory Owners' Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Galena Taphouse - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Freshly Updated! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Freshly Updated! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Freshly Updated!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Freshly Updated!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Freshly Updated! located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, Linmar Gardens, and Grant Park. West Street Sculpture Park and Horseshoe Mound are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Freshly Updated! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 93 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Awilda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The scenery was amazing! Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha W.

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

Second Stay

This visit was excellent in every way. Our second stay was even better than our first. Beautiful home with many lovely amenities. Loved feeding the birds and watching the wide variety come to enjoy.Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

Exceptional townhome!

Very clean, and decorated beautifully! Great location and it really accommodated all of us with ample bathrooms and showers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Connie S.

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

Girls' Trip

Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen G.

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

Wonderful Memories

Clean and comfortable.. Many amenities. Just want we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Girls Weekend

We enjoyed our girls weekend in Galena. The house was beautiful and was decorated so cute. We each had our own floor of the home. We enjoyed our morning coffee and evening drinks on the deck while the many birds paid their visit. Definately would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary k., IA

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

Beautiful !!

Beautiful home and surrounding area!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia C.

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

Wedding week

We came and stayed for our daughter’s wedding at Ashton Hill Farms. It was only 10 min away. The place was updated and very spacious! It was perfect for everyone to stay and hang out! We loved this place!! Would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Girls Getaway

A group of retired girlfriends on another adventure. Visited downtown Galena, Fall Festival and Galena Winery. Plenty of room for 7 people. Enjoyed our stay. Accommodations served our purpose. Didn’t use any of the Owners Club amenities but could have. Beautiful area. Very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Another great stay

Our family stayed at this property for the second year and were just as impressed with all aspects! It is a beautiful home and a great escape. I will not forget just sitting and watching the birds. The owner was wonderful in answering questions and we could not be happier!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Russ J.

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

Great, *

We pick this unit for the fire pit. Unfortunately, the propane ran out the first night. Otherwise, a great accommodation!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff f.

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

Good service

Property owner was accomodating and highly responsive
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda Z.

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

An enjoyable stay

The house was perfect for our stay. Very comfortable. Kitchen stocked with everything you needed to cook with. Liked the Kleenex in every room. The little touches were appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A.

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

College Friends Get-Together

The house was extremely clean, well stocked with enough kitchen equipment and supplies, and big enough that we all had our own space. It was great to get together, but it was also the perfect setting for us to rest and relax! We all talked about how we would love to come back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

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

Sisters & Cousins Weekend

The area was beautiful, as was the house. The house was clean, perfect set up and well stocked. We enjoyed the back deck and fire pit. The property manager was responsive and very easy to work with. We had a wonderful weekend and created a lifetime of memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha W.

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

Beautiful Time

Excellent spot to stay and reconnect with family! Really enjoyed having time together, played games, shopped, hiked and ate. Scenery abounds and we thoroughly enjoyed the wildlife. The rental was clean and well maintained. Very user friendly and well stocked with plenty of kitchen options, pillows, blankets, games etc. Well equipped in all areas! Such a wonderful stay! Would rent again without question.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

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

Stay summary

This home is wonderful. My friends and I had a wonderful time. The host immediately responded to questions. The only criticism I have is the details in the cleaning. The walls in the bathroom were dirty. Some stains on the walls. But overall this a beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia J.

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

Fun times!

We had a great time and the ease of finding this property and accessing it was great! The property was secluded and comfortable. Very clean and had everything we needed. We had six of us staying at the property and with four bedrooms and three baths, they’re was plenty of privacy. Only 10 minites from downtown Galena! Thank you and I would recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Great winter escape

Our family had a wonderful stay at this property and truly enjoyed the winter activities of the Galena area. The owner was helpful in every step of the process and the home was lovely- the bumper pool was a hit with the kids! Recommend reserving activities at the association far in advance (due to COVID restrictions), but the owner's help with that was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

Great girls weekend

We stayed here for a girls weekend and it was perfect! We felt safe and comfortable during our stay. We loved being able to wake up and sit on the back porch, relax and watch the birds. It was about a 15 minute drive from downtown Galena. DThe place was very clean but there were some dead bugs on the couch and floor when we arrived. I can’t dock them stars because it is an outdoorsy area so it’s to be expected. Would stay here again. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy K.

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

Bachelorette party

Everything went very except a few glitches with the air conditioning. When we contacted the owners they were very responsive and quickly moved to resolve the issue. Other than that, it was the perfect place to have our get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie F.

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

Bachelorette bash success!

Stayed here with 6 other gals for a bachelorette party. We were planning something very low key and this property was perfect! We did minimal decorating and had 2 meals at the home. The kitchen was stocked with all of the basics plus more to make a meal or two. Check in was super easy. Communication was top notch. We all truly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Susan J.

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

My stay

The location was beautiful. I did not expect the parking to be as far away from the condo as it was. Behind one of the dressers had not been cleaned for a very long time. Overall my stay was enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Easily accessible and comfortable property.

The property had been updated. Comfortable but a little small for 5 adults and 3 high school aged teens. Sleeping accommodations didn’t quite fit but other than that, was quite comfortable. Very clean. Host was easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Carrie H.

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

Wonderful

The group of 8 of us thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this VRBO. The check in and out process was simple, communication with the home owner was was great, and the property is beautiful. The location of the home is approximately 15 minutes from Main St. in Galena. The only complaint that each of us had in the group were the comfort of the beds. All of us felt as if the beds were extremely hard and uncomfortable. We believe that each bed in the home would benefit from a foam mattress topper - this way it can be removed if someone prefers a harder mattress.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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