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A wooden deck leading to a building surrounded by trees with some snow on the ground.
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A spacious living area with a glass table and chairs, a kitchen with granite countertops, and a large window offering a view of trees.
A wooden deck with a glass enclosure, a hot tub, and a table with chairs.
An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, multiple lounge areas, and a building with a sloped roof.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
The current price is $404
$366 nightly
$404 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17

Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪51 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 Grant Home. .This family-friendly vacation home is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Grant Park and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Washburne House Historic Site.
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What's nearby

  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Grant Home - 11 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Belvedere Mansion - 12 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Grant Park - 12 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Dowling House - 13 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blaum Bros Public House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Vinny Vanucchi's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬17 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.

UFO - Unique Forest Outpost with Hot Tub

Enjoy the unique vibes of the Retro Boho UFO! Like E.T. longs for home, you’ll long to stay in this Unique Forest Outpost (aka UFO) for a great couples get away, après ski/golf or small family vaca. Stay where the house itself is a destination!

Only 800 sq feet, but this octagon-shaped house with wrap-around deck and floor to ceiling windows for an almost 360° view, is anything but small.

2 Bedroom - both with queen beds
2 Bathrooms
Private Hot Tub
Kitchenette
A spiral staircase leads to a small walkout "basement" with reading nook and desk/work area (if you must) and access to laundry, as needed.

As guests of the Galena Territory, you have access to all of the Owner's amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, world-class golf courses, Lake Galena for boating and fishing, and horseback riding. Historic downtown Galena is just 10 minutes away.

We LOVE this place, but it may not be suitable for everyone. Please note:
- We’re in the woods. Expect bugs outside and occasionally inside, despite our best efforts in pest control.
- We love babies and dogs, but take caution with young children or pets due to safety of the spiral staircase.
- There is a gravel sloped walk from the parking area.
- No full sized oven in the kitchenette - however the microwave is also a convection oven and a pizza pizzazz is available for small needs.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a hot tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Note spiral staircase for safety of small children

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have elevators

UFO - Unique Forest Outpost with Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean, very relaxing loved the stocked kitchen. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Júlia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at the U.F.O.Sarah was great with the instructions.The place is super clean, the Hot Tub was amazing. Perfect getaway from Chicago.We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very quick one day stay, but Sara was amazing answering my questions and extremely fast! Very clean and cool vibe
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We so enjoyed this adorable little UFO! The hot tub was such a treat! We loved watching the beautiful assortment of birds at the feeders and the trees all around us made it feel like we were in a tree house deep in the woods. The beds were comfy and the kitchenette was just perfect for our needs. Also a short ride to either downtown Galena or Eagle Ridge resort. Great spot!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home away from home for a few days. Was pleasantly surprised that the kitchen and bathrooms were stocked with necessities and extras. Everything was well marked and there was easy to understand directions for everything (owners club passes, thermostat, hot tub etc). Wish we stayed longer, we didn't have enough time to use the sitting area on the upper deck with the fire feature or the outdoor fire pit/campfire area, but they were enticing and will definitely use next time. Helpful information for the area was handy and readily available. Very convenient location, will definitely try to stay with these owners again, either at this property or one of the others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026