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Ultimate Vacation Getaway - Family/Friends Cozy Retreat

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You will feel like you are staying in a treehouse.
Exterior detail
Welcome! Entryway into Galena Territories.
Early Spring 2020, before the green of Summer sets in
Family room; A view from above

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12205.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Belvedere Mansion
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Grant Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Basement Bedroom1

2 Queen Beds

Basement Bedroom2

1 Double Futon and 2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

MasterUpper Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Basement Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upper Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ultimate Vacation Getaway - Family/Friends Cozy Retreat

Nestled on a secluded hillside that overlooks miles of Galena Territory's wildlife preserve, DunPuttin Place offers its guests total privacy, yet the convenience of being only minutes from the area's many popular amenities.

A famous resort and its 4 nationally rated golf courses are just around the corner. The Shenandoah Riding Stable and over 40 miles of trails are equally convenient. The historic town of Galena is only 6 miles to the west, while the Diamond Jo casino and the Dubuque Dog Track and casino are only a little further down the road.

DunPuttin Place is not just another carbon copy resort rental. It is a unique private home that has many features seldom found in vacation rentals, as you will see from the following partial list:

- Four Bedrooms
- Three Full Baths
- Two King Suites with Private Bath
- Four Queen Beds
- One Queen Sleeper Sofa
- One Full Sleeper Sofa
- Central Heat & Air Conditioning
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fully Equipped Eat-in Kitchen seats 10
- Microwave oven
- Bar B Que Gas Grill
- Two Spacious Decks
- Large Screened Porch
- Six Person Hot Tub with a Spectacular View
- Cable
- Stereo System with MP3
- 55" Flat Screen HDTV
- Four bedroom flat screen TV's
- Four DVD & blueray players
- Washer/Dryer
- Its Own Game Arcade Featuring:
Shuffleboard
Dagz
Electronic Darts
Golf Arcade Game (Retro Golden Tee)
Foosball Table
Pac-Man/Ms. Pac-Man Arcade
Hookey

Imagine that you have returned from a full day of golf, tennis, boating, gambling, shopping, skiing or any of the activities that historic Galena has to offer. It's time to sink into the spa on the screened porch and enjoy a spectacular view of the unspoiled nature preserve that surrounds you. Watch the colors change as the sun moves over the horizon.

Although the area features some of the most spectacular golf in the country, this is not just a Summer house. In Fall, the changing colors are an attraction in themselves, while in Winter, the Chestnut Mountain Ski Resort is only minutes away and...

THE SPA IS KEPT HOT ALL YEAR!

DunPuttin Place has been tastefully designed and decorated to comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests of all ages. However, pets are not allowed. There is no smoking, except on the outdoor deck areas.

The availability of rental dates is always at a premium. Please inquire for reservations as soon as your desired dates are determined. DunPuttin Place is located at 243 Blackhawk Trace (between Northridge Lane & Russet Lane) in The Galena Territory, Galena, Illinois. The entrance to the Territory is located on US Route 20 fifty miles west of Freeport in extreme Northwestern Illinois.

DunPuttin Place requires a two night minimum rental. There are discounted rates available for off-season weekday stays. Weekly rates are available and there are sometimes free bonus nights that can be added to your stay (please inquire).

Property manager

Todd & Julie Klein
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Smoking allowed; outdoor areas front and back deck

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galena

Located in The Galena Territory, a neighbourhood in Galena, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Horseshoe Mound, while Grant Home and West Street Sculpture Park are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to 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 - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Grant Home - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 14 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Grant Park - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Dowling House - 16 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galena Territory Owners' Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Galena Brewing - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ultimate Vacation Getaway - Family/Friends Cozy Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Ultimate Vacation Getaway - Family/Friends Cozy Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Ultimate Vacation Getaway - Family/Friends Cozy Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ultimate Vacation Getaway - Family/Friends Cozy Retreat located?

This family-friendly Galena holiday home is located on a lake, 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Grant Park and West Street Sculpture Park. Grant Home and Old Market House are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 68 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Conor J.

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

Nice property, well appointed

This was our first trip to the Galena area and we found DunPuttin to be a great place to do so. The house is nicely furnished and comfortable. The hosts were very communicative and helpful. The amenities of the Territories are nice and it’s polity to all of our activities was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan D.

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

weekend getaway

wonderful all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette H.

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

Perfect for Cousin Fun

We had a great time with our 2 families, 7 kids under 15. Everywhere you turned there was something that made the house more enjoyable from games, to hot tub, to comfy beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Great Stay & Location

Nice Amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles D. R.

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

Great stay

We had a blast with the arcade games soaked in the hot tub and enjoyed the adventure we embarked on in our stay great place to be lots of fun to be had
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl P.

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

Good place to stay

Good place for our girls weekend away. It fit 7 of us easily.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

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

Wonderful place for a family getaway!

We lucked out with some great February weather for enjoying time with family and exploring Galena! We had everything we needed for our stay and the hosts were extra easy to work with! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina s.

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

Short spring break stay

Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn C.

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

Girls Trip!

The house was perfect to fit everybody and was the perfect location to get to town and still get to enjoy the beautiful views in Galena!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary f.

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

Wonderful home

Loved the location.Would love to come back and spend more time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larissa D.

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

Weekend Family Getaway

We had a great time during this weekend gathering . 9 of us fit very comfortably and the hot tub and game room were a big hit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

April A.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

We stayed here for a family Thanksgiving trip. The house was great, and the game room downstairs was very fun. We also enjoyed exploring the area, visiting downtown Galena and Horseshoe Mound. In all, it was a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Hosts were great! Very quick to respond to any questions or needs. Wonderful home and amenities.

Had an awesome weekend with friends. Great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Awesome place!

Easy check in and out. House is amazing and we had a blast. The property had everything we needed and more! Thanks again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

joni l.

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

Beautiful Area

Enjoyed our stay, plenty of room for 10. Equipped to entertain with a game room and hot tub. Owners super responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dimitar S.

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

Perfect

Really, really nice place. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeri J.

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

Cozy house in the country

This was a very nice place to stay with excellent amenities for adults and kids alike. Hot tub and wonderful game room!!!! This was a perfect place to enjoy the family!!! Very nice to have access to the pool, fitness center, and basketball court. The kids had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Girls 60th BD Reunion

We had a great time at DunPuttin Place, celebrating 60th BDs with high school friends! Plenty of space for 5, with games, hot tub, comfortable furniture in a secluded spot in Eagle Ridge Resort! Prompt communication and resolution when a fire alarm battery went dead and started chirping. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

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

Girls Weekend

This place is amazing! The house is great, equipped with everything you need! The views are breathtaking! No need to even leave the property. Hosts were very accommodating! Thank you for a great weekend. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marisa J.

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

High School Girlfriends Reunite!!!

This was just the perfect place for the 5 of us! Plenty of room to spread out, it was so comfortable, the kitchen was well-stocked, and having the game room, the hot tub, and other amenities was great. Just a beautiful home with marvelous hosts. It's centrally located for all of us (except our friend in Texas), easy to get to within 1/2 day. We loved it and plan on returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P., Rose Hill

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

Girl's weekend

Great activities for the little girls. They loved the yard, sled and swing. Lots of games and lots of beds. LOVED the hot tub!!! Great place for a girls weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jan and John D.

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

7 women, 2 in their 80’s and 5 in their 70’s. Steps into the property was a bit precarious. We were

We had a good experience, because of the people we were with. Loved the fireplace as it was cold outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin O.

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

Perfect for what we needed!

We absolutely enjoyed our stay as this home was right in the Eagle Ridge territory and a quick drive to downtown Galena. The home had everything we could have needed including ample games, a full kitchen, and plenty of space for everyone to relax. The golf theme throughout the home was super cute and no detail was overlooked, right down to the golf theme plunger! We all enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne B.

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

Great for our sisters weekend!

This was a great space for our weekend together. The home was comfortable and had plenty of space for everyone. The location gave us the feel of being secluded, yet within a short distance to downtown Galena. We really enjoyed the hot tub after a long day of shopping! We would definitely recommend this home to others. Great communication with the hosts! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

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

Nice Getaway House

We took our twin daughters for a little getaway for their 16th birthday. This was the perfect house for the occasion. It was in great location and had plenty of room and things to do. Unfortunately it rained most of the weekend so we couldn't go and enjoy the outdoor activities but they had plenty of games we could do to past the time. I would highly recommend the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Todd & Julie Klein

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Why they chose this property

After honeymooning in the Galena area and visiting for many years, we decided to purchase our own home there. We have not regretted our decision as we are excited to build many happy memories with our family and friends. We have rented many vacation homes and we have tried to give our house everything we thought was missing from the places we have rented. We hope all enjoy a stay as much as we enjoy being there.

What makes this property unique

Our home is conveniently located in the center of the Galena Territory/Eagle Ridge Resort complex. It is close to all amenities and on a main road, but it is located down a secluded ridge which gives it complete privacy. It is also adjacent to deep woods hiking trails. here have been more than a dozen deer in our backyard at one time and bald eagles have perched right outside our windows.

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English

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