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Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, video game console, DVD player
Games room
Indoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galena, Illinois
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Grant Home
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Belvedere Mansion
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room

Welcome to Timber Ridge, nestled in the woods on four secluded acres surrounded by green space. We are not Pet-Friendly!

*Enjoy Golf Benefits* Guests of this home have access to our Golf Membership at Eagle Ridge, which provides preferred rates and tee times at The General, The North Course, and The South Course! Contact us for details.

Explore the sprawling property with a stroll down "Miner's Way," a short trail along the wooded property. Spend the evening seated around the fire or take in the incredible starry skies while soaking in the 7-person hot tub. Enjoy hundreds of movies on the DVR for family movie night in our cozy "Cedar Theater," or stream your favorite shows on our Roku TVs.

The kids will love playtime at "Saplings"- their own secret playroom tucked under the stairs for tykes. Tweens & teens will love to escape to “Twigs” Game Room, located outside in the garage, features a 2-player electronic shootout basketball game, bumper pool, darts, mini shuffleboard, hook & ring, and a 2-joystick video game console loaded with 2,000+ arcade games (parents will love too)!

Timber Ridge offers guests plenty of quiet spaces to rest comfortably. There are 3 queen suites (Pine, Walnut & Oak) with private baths on each level of the home. The main level suite features a private balcony and attached nursery (Seedlings) with pack and play, changing table, baby gates & child-size stowaway cot. The spacious half bathroom on the main level accommodates a washer/dryer available for guest use. The lower level features two queen bedrooms (Hickory & Maple) that share a full bath, in addition to 2 sets of heavy-duty twin bunk beds (top bunks can support adults up to 300 lbs.) in Slumber Jacks bunk room, a semi-private space located just off the home theater. A queen sofa sleeper is in the theater too. 2 of the lower-level bedrooms have private access to the ground-level patio w/walkway to the hot tub.
The impressive great room, with a wood-burning fireplace, provides access to a large deck perfect for grilling and outdoor dining. The kitchen has everything you need to cook homemade meals for a crowd, including plenty of extra dishes to accommodate large groups. The dining room hosts a massive hand-crafted table with seating for 12 and access to the cozy screen porch.

You will have access to the GTA Owners Club while staying with us. The indoor pool is open year-round, and the outdoor pool is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The club is an exclusive amenity that can only be used by Galena Territory property owners and their guests. The Club includes an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor swimming pool w/slides, a kiddie pool, a fitness room, a game room, indoor/outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts, a seasonal snack bar, free WiFi, and an outdoor playground. Don't forget to visit Lake Galena, The Shenandoah Riding Center & hiking trails throughout the 6,800-acre property. Please remember that the use of amenities is NEVER guaranteed. We do not offer discounts or refunds due to their closure. Our cancellation policy is NOT flexible. We highly recommend travel insurance, which is offered at the time of booking and up until 15 days before check-in.

When you book a home with us, a 30% down payment is required; this is not a deposit. The full balance is due 14 days prior to check-in. If you cancel before the final payment is due, you will be refunded that payment with a cancellation fee of less than $35. At the 14-day mark, your final payment will be processed, the stay will become non-refundable, and dates cannot be adjusted. Please NOTE: You must sign an electronic rental agreement at the time of booking. We ask that this be signed and filed within 48 hours of receiving it to guarantee your reservation. You must be 25 or older when booking and present the entire stay. Check-in details are sent 3 days before your arrival to the email on file. Early check-in is never guaranteed and cannot be considered until the night before or the morning of your arrival. The check-in details will cover this process.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf. An indoor pool, a gym and 1 hot tub are available. The holiday home offers a kitchen and a washer/dryer.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer and 4.5 bathrooms
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a gym
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and 14 minutes from Washburne House Historic Site
Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. Barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room.

Property manager

Vacation Homes of Galena by A Great Escape!

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video game console
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

1929-139198

Enjoy Spring at Private Hideaway on Basswood - Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Game Room Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

luann C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Xmas 2024
We will book again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation
This was our second year staying at this lovely home. There were eleven of us and we had plenty of room for all. We enjoyed the screen porch, large dining table, hot tub etc. We are looking forward to staying again next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter Weekend Family Getaway
Very private, clean, beautiful home! Plenty of activities for every age at the home. Nice to have pool access too! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
11 Basswood Property - Galena
Very clean comfortable and spacious property. Enjoyed the Galena area sites & restaurants. Great location with access to the General Golf/Convenience Store & the Highland Restaurant/Lounge. We will likely return in the summer/fall time frame!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Our family of 8 adults and 4 kids, aged 7-11, had a wonderful weekend. It was too cold for outdoor activity but there was lots to keep everybody entertained in the roomy house and separate game room. We were gathering for a late Christmas celebration and were happy to see the Christmas tree and decorations around the house. We contacted the service for early check-in, and again with a problem with the game room door lock, and our concerns were handled quickly and courteously. We would consider using this house again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W., Champaign IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home!
Great home to entertain the kids and relax. Communication with the host was excellent… even in a blizzard!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

luann C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
We all had a great time. The kitchen was well stocked and plenty of games. The play area snd sleeping area for small children was terrific. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manish P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location
We enjoyed our stay thoroughly! Kitchen is small but workable. The bed mattress needs to be replaced. The heating in upstair room is less but manageable. No shampoo/body wash in bathrooms..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love Timber Ridge
This is the 5th year our family stayed at Timber Ridge to celebrate Christmas and we’ll keep coming back. The game room and Sapling room are great for keeping kids entertained. The home is secluded behind trees and has beautiful surroundings. The dining room and table is large enough for everyone. The beds are the most comfortable of any rental we’ve stayed at. Our family loves this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M., Bloomington, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Sooooooo PERFECT!!!
Our extended family of 11 (4 - 69) LOVED our long weekend together at Timber Ridge!!! The 5 kids had fun with ALL the special spots…the Secret Store, the Game Room, the Movie Theater, the Fire Pit and the Hot Tub!!! Lots of spaces for the adults to relax in as well. We were enchanted by the history of the home and all the little touches that went into creating such a unique getaway haven. We were all sad when it was time to ring the bell and say good-bye…..but we’ll be back for sure!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family vacation!
We had 12 family members staying at this lovely home! It was large enough to accommodate all of us. There was so much to see in this thoughtful 6 bedroom home. I especially liked the theater room and the screen porch! We will be going back soon I hope.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathleen f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Timber Ridge, Galena
Wonderful house! Perfect family spot with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. Listened to the birds and enjoyed our coffee on the screened in porch each morning. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing miner’s oasis!
Immaculate, as advertised, and perfect for our family of 10 (2 kids 4 and under). Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jhoon ‘Jake’ C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO EVER
This is one of the best VRBO properties you will ever stay at. It is charming, UBER clean, and you can tell that the owners were meticulous in the time that they put into this renovating this property. There is something to do for the entire family. I wish we could have stayed longer. Kudos to the owners!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely great family fun!
Long Easter weekend was our Christmas gift to our family! The home was perfect for everyone, from the game room, to the hot tub, movie room, huge dining room table for family dinners, and our youngest granddaughter loved her "own crib" ( she's 2)! Very relaxing too! I can't say enough good things about this home! Great host too!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Samantha R.

Great time in Galena!
Our group had a blast. Love the Galena Territory and location of the house. Private lot and great kid/teen space.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Bellevue, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and location
We rented this to have our Christmas with our children and their significant others. We had 9 in our group and had TONS of room. The home has plenty of areas to socialize in and is very clean. We might make this a yearly event with our kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Christmas Go-To House
Our family has rented this home during December for the past 5 years to celebrate the holidays together. It truly has something for everyone. Plenty of toys (including a crib, pack-and-play, high chair, booster seat) for the wee ones. A home theater for the adults, pre-teens, and teenagers, and a separate game room where we have fun competitions. Everyone enjoys the fireplace and hot tub during the winter. And as if that's not enough, there's the Owner's Club with a pool and other amenities. The house is always clean, the kitchen is well-stocked, and the dining room with its amazing table is the right size for the whole family. Love this home and wouldn't think about going anywhere else for the holidays.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway
Everyone from grandparents to kids had a great time. Fully equipped house, especially for the toddlers! So much space for the 12 of us. Loved to use the pool and gym!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun In a cute cabin!
Great property and we all agreed that it should be a five star. There wasn’t anything missing and entertained a two year old to a 70 old. Both clean and comfortable. We loved our vacation at the property and felt like the owners were family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Gary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas 2021
Description does not tell you the game room is not in the house. Felt uncomfortable allowing young children to go out side and be in the garage by themselves. Kitchen is really small. Upon arrival nothing to start a fire in the fire place. Unwrapped some Christmas presents to have paper to start the twiggs we picked up out in the timber.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Christmas Trip
Our family loves this house. This is the third year we booked it for our annual holiday weekend together. The location is secluded but convenient to town and the amenities in the Galena Territory. This is the first year that the game room was open - and it was a huge hit with everyone! The home has plenty of space to gather or spread out. Kids loved the Saplings room and everyone enjoyed the home theater, game room, and hot tub. The host is responsive, the beds are comfortable, the property is beautiful, the neighborhood is quiet, and we're hoping the StoneDrift Spa is ready for our family gathering next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L., Fond du Lac, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a group
Our stay was great. Came with group of 10. Close to town but away from noise and lights. Had a small issue upon arrival with smoke alarm battery but maintenance had it fixed fast! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!!
This house was great! Had all the amenities for adults, teens and littler kids. We had a wonderful stay. The only thing I'd mention is to have the cleaning crew dust the areas that don't get much traffic (ie decorations on shelves, etc). We have some allergies in our family and the extra dust was a little much. But overall the house was very clean. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021