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Briarstone Inn | Historic 7-Room Inn w/ Private Baths | Walk to Downtown Galena

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms7 bathrooms3175 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Grant Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Galena

A stay at this vacation home places you in the heart of Galena, steps from Linmar Gardens and 6 minutes by foot from West Street Sculpture Park. .This vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Belvedere Mansion and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Washburne House Historic Site.
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What's nearby

  • Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grant Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Belvedere Mansion - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dowling House - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grant Home - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blaum Bros Public House - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Briarstone Inn | Historic 7-Room Inn w/ Private Baths | Walk to Downtown Galena

Escape to this historic 7-bedroom inn in Galena—perfect for group getaways, family gatherings, and unforgettable stays just steps from downtown.

✨ HIGHLIGHTS
• Full private access to entire 7-bedroom inn 🏡
• Walk to Main Street (1.5 blocks) 🚶‍♀️
• Smart TVs, mini fridges + coffee in every room ☕
• Each bedroom has private ensuite bathroom
• Built in 1838 with historic charm ✨
• Outdoor patio with firepit + seating
• Free off-street parking
• Fast WiFi
• 12pm check-in & check-out

Welcome to Briarstone Inn @ A&D Rise Getaways!

Step into one of Galena’s most historic homes—beautifully preserved and thoughtfully updated for modern comfort. With exclusive access to all seven private suites, this one-of-a-kind stay offers the perfect blend of boutique charm and group-friendly convenience.

Whether you’re gathering with family, celebrating a special occasion, or planning a group retreat, this space was designed to bring people together—while still giving everyone their own private space to unwind.

🛏️ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Each of the 7 private suites includes:
• Queen bed with plush pillow-top mattress
• Private ensuite bathroom
• Smart TV with streaming
• Mini fridge + Keurig coffee station ☕
• Smart lock entry for privacy
• Vintage-inspired décor with historic charm

🛋️ SHARED & OUTDOOR SPACES
• Cozy shared living room with seating + board games
• Outdoor patio with firepit 🔥
• Gathering spaces perfect for relaxing or socializing
Please note: Fireplaces are currently inoperable

📍 LOCATION
Stay just steps from the heart of Galena:
• 1.5 blocks to Main Street (shops, restaurants, galleries)
• ~16 minutes to Chestnut Mountain Resort
• ~22 minutes to Dubuque
• Surrounded by wineries, golf courses, trails & outdoor adventures

⭐ WHAT SETS THIS PROPERTY APART
• One of Galena’s oldest historic inns (built in 1838)
• Walkable location (huge for Galena 👀)
• Exclusive access to all 7 suites—perfect for private groups
• Boutique-style stay with hotel-style amenities
• 5-star guest support from A&D Rise Getaways

✨ BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Guests receive a detailed digital guide with local recommendations, dining spots, and everything you need to plan your stay.

🎉 OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
Available after booking:
• Grocery pickup service
• Birthday & celebration packages
• Family game night package

🍽️ EXCLUSIVE PERK
Enjoy special guest discounts at a local favorite: Campeche Restaurant 🌮
(Details shared after booking)

🔥 GRILL INFO
Charcoal grill available—please bring your own charcoal and clean after use.

🧺 STARTER SUPPLIES
• 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom
• 1 roll of paper towels
(We recommend bringing extras for larger groups.)

🕓 GOOD TO KNOW
• Check-in: 12 PM
• Check-out: 12 PM
• High-speed WiFi throughout
• Free off-street parking
• No pets
• No washer/dryer (laundromat ~1 mile away)
• Accessibility Note: Bedrooms 1-5 are on the second floor, all bedrooms require at least a few stairs.
• The City of Galena requires Small Inns to have an Innkeeper live on site. There is an 8th room that will be occupied by the Innkeeper.

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We can’t wait to host you at Briarstone Inn @ A&D Rise Getaways!
*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, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Horseback riding 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,175 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

*An additional cleaning fee will be charged for any property left in an unusually dirty condition following a guest’s stay. *

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
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

366703

Briarstone Inn | Historic 7-Room Inn w/ Private Baths | Walk to Downtown Galena Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for a bachelorette weekend. It was so nice having the common area, but separate rooms and bathrooms for getting ready in. Everything was clean and cozy, and the location was great for walking to the downtown area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, the place was very nice. We loved that each bedroom had a TV and a coffee maker.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie r.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Danielle was very responsive. We had the coldest weekend when staying here and she did her best to accommodate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd-Ali L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for my sister’s bachelorette party and it was perfect! There were 12 of us and there was enough space to all be together and hang out in common area, but also retreat to our own spaces. It was perfect walking distance to the shops and restaurants. If you rent out all 7 rooms, then there are two bathrooms available on the ground floor (you have to go outside to access these rooms). If I ever have a large party like this in Galena,I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kay F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the home but it was a little tricky as we range in age from 60 to 88. The steps and outside access of two of the rooms was a little tricky for us. Also not having a bathroom on the first floor was inconvenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Bunco Weekend!

This property was perfect for our bunco girls weekend away. The 11 ladies in our group were welcomed warmly by innkeepers Pete and David, who helped us with extra tables and chairs and made some delicious coffee. The rooms were perfect and so cute, and even had enough hot water for all of us to shower each morning - amazing! The house and grounds were clean and functional, just a 10 minute walk to downtown Galena, where there are so many cute boutiques, specialty stores, and a wonderful ice cream shop! The hosts and innkeepers were very responsive with questions we had leading up to and during our stay. We could not have asked for a better weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025