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Charming 1-Bedroom Cozy Retreat

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Smart TV, fireplace
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroom990 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Galena

With a stay at this vacation home in Galena (The Galena Territory), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Washburne House Historic Site. .This vacation home is 5 mi (8 km) from Grant Home and 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from Grant Park.

What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Grant Home - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Belvedere Mansion - 12 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Grant Park - 12 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Old Market House - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Galena Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blaum Bros Public House - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming 1-Bedroom Cozy Retreat

Escape to this cozy 1-bedroom cottage retreat in The Galena Territory—perfect for slowing down, reconnecting, and enjoying everything Galena has to offer.

✨ HIGHLIGHTS
• King loft bedroom with skylight ✨
• Wood-burning fireplace 🔥
• Retro arcade game + puzzle collection 🎮
• Access to Owner’s Club (pool, fitness center & more)
• Fast WiFi
• 12pm check-in & check-out
• ~10–15 minutes to downtown Galena
• Cozy, romantic cottage feel

Welcome to Bluebird Cottage @ A&D Rise Getaways!

Tucked into the trees, this thoughtfully designed retreat blends cozy charm with fun, modern touches. Start your morning under the skylight, spend your day exploring Galena, and wind down by the fire or with a round on the retro arcade.

Perfect for couples or solo travelers looking for a peaceful escape with a little personality.

🛏️ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
• Loft Bedroom: King bed with skylight, reading nook, and Roku TV

🍳 KITCHEN & DINING
Fully equipped kitchen with everything you need:
• Stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster & blender
• Cookware, tableware + essentials provided
• Dual coffee maker (drip + Keurig, coffee included ☕)
• Live-edge dining table for meals or game nights

🔥 LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT
• Cozy living room with wood-burning fireplace (bring your own firewood)
• Retro arcade machine 🎮
• Board games + puzzles
• Comfortable seating + Smart TV

🌲 OUTDOOR SPACE
• Private deck surrounded by woods
• Quiet, peaceful setting
• Charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal)

📍 LOCATION
Centrally located in The Galena Territory:
• ~10 minutes to Owner’s Club
• ~10–15 minutes to historic downtown Galena
• ~25 minutes to Chestnut Mountain
• Close to trails, wineries, and local attractions

🏡 OWNER`S CLUB ACCESS
Enjoy access to:
• Indoor & outdoor pools (pool towels provided)
• Fitness center
• Game room & arcade
• Pickleball, tennis & basketball courts
• Trails, marina, boating & golf
• Horseback riding + spa services

Includes 4 proximity cards for access.
Additional cards available for $5/day at the Owner’s Club (2000 Territory Drive).

Please note: Amenity availability is managed by the Territory and is not guaranteed. No refunds are provided for closures.

✨ BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
You’ll receive a detailed digital guest guide filled with local recommendations, tips, and everything you need to plan your Galena getaway.

🎉 OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
Available after booking in your Guest Portal:
• Grocery pickup service
• Birthday & anniversary packages
• Family game night package

🔥 GRILL INFO
Charcoal grill available. Guests must bring their own charcoal and clean the grill after use.

🧺 STARTER SUPPLIES
• 1 roll of toilet paper
• 1 roll of paper towels
(We recommend bringing extras for longer stays.)

🕓 GOOD TO KNOW
• Check-in: 12 PM
• Check-out: 12 PM
• Washer & dryer available (loft closet)
• On-site parking
• High-speed WiFi
• No pets

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We can’t wait to host you at Bluebird Cottage @ A&D Rise Getaways!
** Exterior lights must be turned off by 1am. The Galena Territory charges $150 for lights left on overnight **

*An additional cleaning fee will be charged for any property left in an unusually dirty condition following a guest’s stay. *
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a washing machine.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a fitness center. This vacation home also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)

General

  • Unit size: 990 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

** Exterior lights must be turned off by 1am. The Galena Territory charges $150 for lights left on overnight **

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
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 not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

273022

Charming 1-Bedroom Cozy Retreat Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and incredibly clean! It’s a very cute spot, perfect for a weekend getaway. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025