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An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena

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Interior
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Terrace/patio
An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena provides amenities, such as a garden and a sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena

Enjoy our unique private studio apartment, near a unique historic stone house and all things downtown Galena. This beautiful and spacious apartment has a kitchenette, stocked for eating in, with a sink, refrigerator and a microwave. It has a private full bathroom, queen bed and comfy furniture. Additional amenities include an outdoor patio, a gas grill and spa room with sauna. It's a lovely space for couples.
An omelet breakfast, served in the historic ice house, is free to guests who stay two nights on the weekend.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding 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
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 550 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

NO PETS
No Smoking

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

3458

About the area

Located in Galena, this apartment is in the city centre and on a river. Belvedere Mansion and Washburne House Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Galena Golf Club and Eagle Ridge Resort Golf. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Galena, IL

What's nearby

  • Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Old Market House - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grant Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grant Home - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena located?

Located in the heart of Galena, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of West Street Sculpture Park, Linmar Gardens and Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum. Belvedere Mansion and Washburne House Historic Site are also within 15 minutes.

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An Artistic retreat in the heart of downtown Galena Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was very comfortable, clean and spacious! We had a fantastic time and felt very relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis I.

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

Great Stay

Really enjoyed our stay here. Easy to walk to most attractions. Breakfast on Sunday was incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Lovely!!

We had a great stay! Charles and Sandy are wonderful hosts! Our room was spacious and very clean! The breakfast in the brewery room was stunning and perfect for our Valentine’s Day getaway! Go for a stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan B.

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

Great place to stay in Galena

Very well located right next to main street Galena. Very spacious studio.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie F.

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

Galena Weekend

Very clean and comfortable accommodations that were a convenient walking distance to downtown. The ambiance, delicious breakfast along with a great history lesson generously offered by Charles and Sandy was a pleasant surprise. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane R.

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

Perfect escape

Phenomenal stay in a very spacious and updated modern room accompanied by a delectable breakfast in the beer cave on Sunday mornin!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James t.

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

Comfortable Art-filled Rooms Near Main Street

The room was perfect for two. If you stay two nights, make sure to take advantage of Charlie and Sandra’s free breakfast in their renovated brewing cellar for a delicious meal and a fascinated piece of Galena history.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

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

Highly Recommend

Very nice property! Comfortable, clean and updated. Loved the big windows and natural light. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kraig K.

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

Anniversary

Great host. Online information was accurate. Also served a great breakfast on Sunday morning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Abe’s Spring House

My wife and I stayed in Emma’s Room, one of four units at Abe’s. It was comfortable, well appointed, and immaculately clean. The carpeting appeared new and the wall of tall windows on the street side displayed a pleasing view while infusing the rooms with a bright, airy environment. Though located on a busy roadway, the traffic noise was minimal and did not detract from our experience.Abe’s is located a short and easy walk from historic downtown Galena, a trip we made each of our days there.Charles and Sandy are top-notch: from the informed conversations, to the recommendations for restaurants and points of interest, to the delicious Sunday breakfast in the candlelit vaulted room that once held vats of fermenting beer at this marvelous collection of buildings that many, many years ago housed a brewery. Our stay at Abe’s made for an exceptionally pleasant visit and one we hope to repeat.Dean M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

More than I expected!

First of all, this room was about 3x the size I thought it was going to be (bonus!). It was spotless. Walking distance to downtown Galena was awesome because I didn’t have to deal with parking. The breakfast on Sunday morning in the 1850 cellar was divine—I keep telling people it was the best omelette I’ve ever had, in the most beautiful setting with elevated service.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan V.

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

Time on a cloud

I had fun with the back bar.Liked that there was a toaster.The studio was only very clean.It was cool to have the window panes facing the sunrise,and the high ceilings make the place spacious.Carpeting is clean,you'll want to walk barefoot.So if you're thinking of going,I say go!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Emma's Corner - A Unique Galena Weekend Retreat

On the second floor of the Artists' Annex overlooking Spring St. in Galena is the most unique vacation rental. Emma's Corner is equipped with two walls of (to the ceiling) windows, skylights and track lighting that provide unlimited options for showcasing the diverse artwork of the proprietor, Charles Fach. The unit was very clean and comfortable and is near the shops downtown. On Sunday we were treated to omlettes for breakfast in a historic room at the back of the Annex that once served as an underground barrel-vaulted limestone brewing chamber. This was truly an amazing experience! We would highly recommend Abe's Spring St. Guest House & Artist Annex to anyone looking for a unique vacation experience in the Galena area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

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

Halloween in Galena

We loved our stay at Abe's Spring Street Guest House. The studio is decorated with beautiful artwork and the location is perfect for walking downtown. The breakfast was unexpected and wonderful - we enjoyed learning about the history of the building and the food was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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