Title: Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=18974063&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs Vacation home in Galena with a fitness center and an indoor pool ## Photo gallery for Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs ![Outdoor dining - Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs (Guilford Township)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18974100/18974063/7cfc6119.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs (Guilford Township)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18974100/18974063/10cd6601.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, foosball - Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs (Guilford Township)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18974100/18974063/96bb49b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, foosball - Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs (Guilford Township)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18974100/18974063/01f940fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs (Guilford Township)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18974100/18974063/4f2b0019.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the Galena Territory and unwind in these beautifully decorated homes, surrounded by woods and wildlife. With access to four championship golf courses, a spa, Lake Galena for fishing and boating, horseback riding trails, you'll have an unforgettable experience. Enjoy the Owners Club with outdoor pool and recreation center. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 9 bedrooms11 bathroomsSleeps 224900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs These homes have a relaxing atmosphere, surrounded by woods and wildlife. Though, still easily accessible in the Galena Territory. You'll be sure to have a relaxing and wonderful time, in their superbly decorated interiors. Features mission and country styles all their own. The rolling hills of the area are beautiful in every season and the Galena area has lots to offer it visitors; golf, historical buildings, antiquing, fishing and boating on Lake Galena, canoeing and biking along the Galena River, horseback riding, and even downhill, and cross-country skiing. Tour wineries and breweries as well as shopping along Main Street. These homes are a great place to get away with your family or a group of friends to enjoy all the Territory and Galena has to offer. We are close to four championship PGA-ranked golf (3x18,1x9)courses and a spa where you can book a massage or a full-day spa package. You will also be close to the Marina on Lake Galena where you can rent pontoons, canoes, fishing boats, and paddle boats. Lake Galena, is one of Illinois’ top fishing lakes, featuring Small and Large Mouth Bass, Muskie, and Walleye. Horseback riding is available at the Shenandoah Riding Center with many trail ride choices to entice any rider. You will also have the use of the Owners Club with a brand new recreation center boasting an outdoor pool, kiddie pool, and a new indoor pool for rainy days. State-of-the-art Fitness center and activity room with pool tables, ping pong, video arcade, outdoor tennis courts, and indoor basketball. Take in the beautiful scenery while hiking, biking, or walking any of the numerous trails in the Territory. A short 8-mile drive to Galena offers many boutiques, unique shops, museums, and restaurants to visit and dine at. Dubuque, IA is 22 miles away with the Mississippi River Aquarium, Eagle Point Park, Dog Track, Stone Cliff Winery, Star Brewery Museum, Casino, indoor water park, and much much more. Normal Check-in time is 4 PM, and normal check-out is 10 AM. It is our goal to ensure that you have a clean and tidy home when you arrive. We have enhanced our cleaning procedures in line with CDC guidelines as part of this. Here are just some of the steps we are taking to ensure you have a clean and healthy vacation home:- Washing and disinfection of all linens and towels regardless of use. \- The use of new cleaned towels and linens for each stay. \- Cleaning and disinfection of common household surfaces including: \- Couches, Chairs, and other cloth surfaces \- Counters and kitchen areas \- Door knobs, railings, handles, light switches, and other commonly touched objects. \- Floors \- Tubs and Showers We don't use a central office or keys with any of our stays ensuring you have a contact-free vacation. ASK ABOUT OUR DISCOUNTS: Stay 3 to 6 nights, and get 20% off your stay, and excludes holidays. Discounts automatically applied to stays of 1 week or more. Ask for details, does not apply to instant bookings. As a licensed hotelmotel operator in Illinois and an API connected host; an external credit card system is used to process all security deposits and fees as outlined in our contract provided in the house rules. Security Deposits are as follows 3bdr-$300, 4 and 5 bedroom-$350, all others $700. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub - Indoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 9 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 11 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### 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 the marina ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Gym - Outdoor tennis court - Fishing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 4,900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110890000/110888800/110888745/4020f5ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eagle's Nest - Make Winter Memories @ Galena's Premier 8 BR Home - Hot Tub Galena - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 190 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=110888745&PinnedHotelID=110888745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100210000/100201300/100201233/82369d5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Retreat \~ Indoor Pool \~ Hot Tub \~Close To Sundown Mountain Dubuque - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=100201233&PinnedHotelID=100201233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96410000/96403700/96403613/c734dea6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone Benton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=96403613&PinnedHotelID=96403613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109870000/109867600/109867533/851097e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stone Cliff Manor- historic home with unique history. 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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 4 5 Bdr Door Large Group Gathering Sleeps 22 Hot Tubs House 4 5 Bdr Door Large Group Gathering Sleeps 22 Hot Tubs Galena 4 5 Bdr Door Large Group Gathering Sleeps 22 Hot Tubs 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -with Hot Tubs Galena 4 5 Bdr Door Large Group Gathering Sleeps 22 Hot Tubs House 4 5 Bdr Door Large Group Gathering Sleeps 22 Hot Tubs Galena 4 5 Bdr Door Large Group Gathering Sleeps 22 Hot Tubs House 4 5 Bdr Door Large Group Gathering Sleeps 22 Hot Tubs Galena 482948 4 5 Bdr Door Large Group Gathering Sleeps 22 Hot Tubs ## About the area Located in The Galena Territory, a neighborhood in Galena, this vacation home is in a rural area. 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. Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. [Visit our Galena travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Galena.dx7956) [View more Vacation homes in Galena](https://www.expedia.ca/Galena-Private-Vacation-Homes.d7956-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.38596%2C-90.33303&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fCEcTINXyaE0Cx9NJkl3r4GXgIY=) Guilford Township, IL ### What's nearby - Eagle Ridge Resort Golf \- 4 min drive \- 2.1 km - Grant Home \- 11 min drive \- 12.3 km - Belvedere Mansion \- 12 min drive \- 12.7 km - Grant Park \- 12 min drive \- 12.7 km - Old Market House \- 12 min drive \- 13.0 km ### Getting around - Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 43 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬16 min drive - ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬16 min drive - ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive - ‪Galena Roasters - ‬16 min drive - ‪The Grape Escape - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs have a pool? ### Is Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs? ### What time is check-out at Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs? ### Where is Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Marvelous Home Away From Home, 4 + 5 Bdr Nxt Dr - Lrg Group Gathering -With Hot Tubs 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 83 8 - Good 14 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### sue c. Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved 2 house combo! Great house for our family of all age groups. We would definitely stay here again. ##### sue c. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary O. Aug 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful vacation We all had a wonderful time! The kids loved the pool table and foosball and also the pools. It was great being so close to Galena and Dubuque, which we took advantage of. ##### Mary O. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin/Diane H. Aug 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 40th anniversary gathering The houses were clean and as advertised. Each bedroom had an attached bathroom which was greatly appreciated. Stephen was very accommodating and available. Would definitely stay at HALM property again. ##### Kevin/Diane H. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Barbara B. Feb 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good time Nice place. Had trouble getting in, but after many, many tries and contact with the manager, we did get it to open. The bottom door to go out to the hot-tub had a broken deadbolt. We ended up removing the part and covering back up to be able to get in and out the door. Quite a bit of garbage laying around the hot-tub...beer cans, etc. Generally, it was a nice open area with nice bedrooms. Cupboards and drawers were nicely stocked. ##### Barbara B. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim M. Aug 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family weekend We booked both houses for our annual family weekend (plus a few others close by) and they worked out great for our large group. The kids could easily play in between and navigate safely between the 2 homes and there were multiple other rentals in very close proximity. The open space was great for hosting dinner, and there were enough bathrooms for every family to have their own plus more. The kids were bummed they couldn't use the hot tubs, but with the warm temps that didn't end up really being an issue. Overall we highly enjoyed our stay. ##### Kim M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori L. Oct 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We were in town for our son's wedding at Oak Hill Farm. The houses were great! Love that each bedroom had it's own bathroom, made it great for everyone getting ready for wedding. Kitchens were well equipped, and the screened in porch was perfect. ##### Lori L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy These were great properties and we LOVED that they were right next to each other. The owners were very helpful and messaged us back immediately if we had any questions. We hop to be back! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia C. Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful homes, well stocked with everything you need for the kitchen and grill! Owners quick to answer questions.., we had a great time with our kids and grandkids! ##### Patricia C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelsy F. Sep 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place Wonderful stay! Very fast responses from the company! ##### Kelsy F. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Laurie D. Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Having two houses was very nice. The only thing we found was some of the blankets and comforters were very stained. ##### Laurie D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen P. Jan 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed our stay Nice accommodations. Would have been better if we didn’t have to make sure all garbage was taken to a dump. ##### Karen P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy B. May 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So fun! Everything was very well thought out and efficient. Lovely homes, had a great time. ##### Amy B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce S. Jul 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 3rd stay Third time we have stayed here. We had a great time once again. A few little issues but owner replied quickly. ##### Bruce S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie G. Jun 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy These homes were perfect for our 3-generation family vacation. There was plenty of room and seating to gather, and options to keep everyone happily occupied - from the youngest to the oldest - whether they wanted recreation or a little serenity. The homes were comfortable, spotless, and had all the supplies we could possibly need. The decor was warm and inviting, and we loved spending time on the screened-in porches. The setting and views from the house were breathtaking. Steve was an attentive host, promptly responding to all questions and messages. We would stay at these homes again in a heartbeat. ##### Valerie G. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee G. Jun 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Family Stay EVER! Nineteen of us,ages 3 to 70, arrived at Canterbury Court for a three-day stay. This is our ninth year of family vacations, & our crowd agreed this spot was the best so far! Would recommend it for everyone who wants to make beautiful memories with loved ones! ##### Lee G. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine P. May 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Houses Well appointed. Clean. Perfect way to spend time with our family. ##### Christine P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Shirley D. Jan 20, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay with large groups. Highly recommend this property Only issue was that it is dark going from one house to the other at night. A small yard light would be nice ##### Shirley D. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike L. Jul 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding Home Base We stayed for a long weekend for our wedding in Galena. This was a great place to host our bridal party and enjoy a lot of quality time with our friends! The owners club is a very nice perk with access to the pool and fitness center! ##### Mike L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### andrea c. Jan 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family trip We had ages 1-82 stay at both houses! Everything was wonderful especially the bedroom to bathroom ratio, kitchen amenities, pool table and hot tub! If I had to make a suggestion it would be to add 2 more dish towels and 2-4 wash cloths for the kitchen. We had a super time and would book again! ##### andrea c. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas E. Jul 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Elgas Very pleased - a few small things need attention ##### Thomas E. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We rented both houses for our book club retreat (19 women). The houses were very close together, which we appreciated so we could easily walk back and forth. Nineteen women said the house was very clean (thats an impressive review in itself). The house had everything we needed to serve meals for a large group. Beds were comfortable. The host was extremely responsive to the several questions we asked. Several in iur group said they want to come back! The only downside to this property is the trash disposal process. You have to take your trash on a 2 mile drive and use a key card to drop off at a large trash compactor. Hauling the trash was an inconvenience on its own, but the biggest inconvenience was the need to have the keycard, because you had to then go back to the house to drop off the card. Using a keypad pin would make that process a little less combersome. If you're still hunting for a large property for your family or group, look no further....book this one! ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonnie S. Dec 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious home! Great place for a large group to gather.. #6 has the larger living space and that's where our group gathered. Most beds were king size. One bedroom upstairs the rest in the basement. All bedrooms had a bathroom plus a couple 1/2 baths. Kitchen was very well furnished. Kids had a blast at the pool at the owners club. It was nice and warm. Had a basketball hoop and they had a movie going in the area as well, kind of fun! Can't think of anything that would have made it better. ##### Bonnie S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Sean H. Oct 5, 2017 #### Nice Homes Homes were very nice. A couple of TV's didn't work. Liked that each room had its own bathroom. Price advertised did not match with price charged. Also had a significant upcharge for late checkout (10a.m. -1p.m.) Not sure if that is common (new to VRBO) but if so I think it is a bit much, especially with the price paid for rental. ##### Sean H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017 ### 6/10 Okay #### Leon K. Aug 31, 2024 Liked: Communication, location Disliked: Check-in #### Time With Our Family Difficulty using the code for entry in both units. Difficulty in lowering temperature in both units. Filter in dishwasher very dirty, washed most by hand and used paper plates instead. The dinner plates provided are too large to stand up in racks and allow the spraying arm to revolve. Coffee pot took about an hour to brew coffee. Furniture was very uncomfortable, hard to get out of. I don’t like to complain but these issues really need to be improved. SORRY.!!!! ##### Leon K. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronald M., Ames, Iowa, USA Jan 1, 2017 #### Great Family Retreat Our family of 19 rented two houses next to each other to celebrate our Christmas over 5 nights. This worked perfectly. Each bedroom had a big bed. There was plenty of space for our big family to spread out. We used the larger home for most of our meals. The oven was regular sized and we used both outside grills. The hot tubs were lovely and used several times, even when the snow was falling. We used several amenities in the Galena Territory, including running/walking on the trails, swimming in the community heated pool, and playing basketball in the community center. In Galena, several of our group visited the local distillery and spent an evening in Galena for the Saturday evening business Christmas open house celebration. We took a long ride along the river and saw eagles. We also enjoyed seeing the large flock of turkeys. While we were in the Galena Territory, we received a lot of snow. We asked for a two-hour extension on our last day to give time for the snow removal equipment to clear the roads, and this extension was granted by the owners. Great location. We would, without question, return again. ##### Ronald M. 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