Title: Welcome to Serenity Cottage! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=105560944&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Welcome to Serenity Cottage! Lakefront cottage with fitness centre and indoor pool ## Photo gallery for Welcome to Serenity Cottage! ![Outdoor dining - Welcome to Serenity Cottage! (Galena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105570000/105561000/105560944/316b3704.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Welcome to Serenity Cottage! (Galena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105570000/105561000/105560944/2cc602d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Welcome to Serenity Cottage! (Galena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105570000/105561000/105560944/6e953159.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Welcome to Serenity Cottage! (Galena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105570000/105561000/105560944/048524df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Welcome to Serenity Cottage! (Galena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105570000/105561000/105560944/696c1328.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Galena Territory, Serenity Cottage offers a sunny retreat with modern comforts. Unwind in the new Spa bath featuring a soaking tub and rain head shower or cozy up by the electric fireplace. With Roku TVs, fully stocked kitchen, and amenities like six passes to Owner’s Club fitness center with pools. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Welcome to Serenity Cottage! Neighboring four golf courses, this newly remodeled, sunny, 2 bed, 1.5 bath modern cottage is located in the heart of the Galena Territory resort core. Swimming, horseback riding, zip lining, boating, hiking, winter skiing and many other activities available to visitors. Downtown historic Galena, a short drive away, is a shopper’s and foodie’s paradise. Relax back at Serenity Cottage with a new Spa bath featuring a soaking tub and rain head shower, Roku TV’s, electric fireplace, fully stocked kitchen, new linens and bedding. Sharp master bedroom with King bed and full bath on upper floor, twin beds and half bath on first. Dining area with large table, rear deck and gas grill. WIFI, six passes to Owner’s Club fitness and business center with indoor/outdoor pools, baby pool. Coffee, tea, spices, soaps and paper goods provided. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Indoor pool - Massage - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Next to a golf course - On a lake ### Things to do - Boat - Golf - Gym - Kayak - Snow sports gear - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property located in a resort ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102660000/102652200/102652154/22c0235e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 2-bedroom townhome with beautiful view in Galena Territories! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.39701%2C-90.35001&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_vGHlfM18UdRrEA9gERIZGz3XJ0=) Galena, IL #### What's nearby - Eagle Ridge Resort Golf \- 7 min drive \- 2.5 miles - Grant Home \- 11 min drive \- 5.5 miles - Belvedere Mansion \- 12 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Grant Park \- 12 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Washburne House Historic Site \- 12 min drive \- 5.7 miles #### Getting around - Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive - ‪Galena Roasters - ‬13 min drive - ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬13 min drive - ‪Galena Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Welcome to Serenity Cottage! have a pool? ### Is Welcome to Serenity Cottage! pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Welcome to Serenity Cottage!? ### What time is check-out at Welcome to Serenity Cottage!? ### Where is Welcome to Serenity Cottage! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Welcome to Serenity Cottage! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia F. 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place. Good area. ##### Cynthia F. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyler S. 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy House was clean and in great shape. Close proximity to downtown Galena and activities in the territories. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Tyler S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Young-Mi K. 10 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice getaway near Galena Our family of 4 had a wonderful stay here. Perfect location for exploring historic Galena and surrounding areas. ##### Young-Mi K. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krista S. 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Serenity Cottage is exceptional; we were welcomed to a very clean and charming home, where our hosts thought of everything! …and the access to local amenities is a big plus. We thoroughly enjoyed our relaxing weekend stay exploring Galena. PS we LOVED the pastries at Galena Bakehouse. ![Galena River Trail](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/55862026-184d-4a97-8634-6ba3ac5c9691-1749393465564.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Downtown](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f9529ee4-0140-43c9-b8a4-74f51ea58516-1749393461234.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Galena Cellars Winery](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2eedb5e1-87bd-4bca-aaea-376eb3ace48b-1749393461236.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Galena Bakehouse](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/80362c84-f755-4526-ad48-f6be0f208e8c-1749393461518.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Krista S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly C. 14 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Serenity cottage This was a really great cottage, very clean,cozy, nice fireplace that made a wonderful atmosphere very quiet and pleasant our whole experience was amazing cant wait to come back in the future. ##### Holly C. Stayed 8 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan H. 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hot time in Galena The home we stayed in was very nice. It was very clean, the furnishings well maintained and the location was great. The little extra the owner provided was extremely thoughtful (snacks,coffee,water). ##### Jan H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie S. 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved Serenity Cottage! This was the perfect getaway for my husband and I! The house was great for what we needed! It was also a very quiet neighborhood! We will stay again for sure! ##### Melanie S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn O. 9 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect weekend getaway Amazing place! Absolutely perfect for a weekend wedding we attended. Definitely will be going back again! ##### Kathryn O. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renee E. 11 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect little getaway Comfortable furniture, table big enough to do a puzzle on, lovely shower with good water pressure and tons of hot water. Clean, well-appointed. Can’t wait to come back. ##### Renee E. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin G. 19 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Getaway We have a 1 year old and we had a quick kid free weekend and just relaxed:) ##### Kevin G. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### William 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication There was a police standoff last 2 days we were there, with the manhunt going on my wife would not leave the building. this man was on the loose with police presence to get in or out of the premises. Some money back i believe is in order. He had fire arms and was spotted behind where we were staying fleeing. ##### William Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sunni 14 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities ##### Sunni Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Eurostars Magnificent Mile](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Eurostars-Magnificent-Mile.h1880320.Hotel-Information) > > [Thompson Chicago, by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Thompson-Chicago.h26076.Hotel-Information) > > [Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago River North](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Chicago-River-North.h32749215.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Chicago-Magnificent-Mile.h151139.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Chicago.h25748.Hotel-Information) > > [Swissotel - Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Swissotel-Chicago.h17288.Hotel-Information) > > [Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Sofitel-Chicago-Magnificent-Mile.h864219.Hotel-Information) > > [The Talbott, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-The-Talbott-Hotel.h23963.Hotel-Information) > > [The Blackstone, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-The-Blackstone.h22295.Hotel-Information) > > [Millennium Knickerbocker Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Millennium-Knickerbocker-Chicago.h15087.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Chicago.h3538327.Hotel-Information) > > [Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Chicago-Athletic-Association.h1118328.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Downtown-Chicago.h196959.Hotel-Information) > > [Arlo Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Hotel-Julian.h26910691.Hotel-Information) > > [Congress Plaza Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Congress-Plaza-Hotel.h6452.Hotel-Information) > > [AC Hotels by Marriott Chicago Downtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-AC-Hotels-By-Marriott-Chicago-Downtown.h1110039.Hotel-Information) > > [Pendry Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Pendry-Chicago.h982552.Hotel-Information) > > [The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-The-Whitehall-Hotel.h17903.Hotel-Information) > > [Warwick Allerton - Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Warwick-Allerton-Chicago.h25452.Hotel-Information) > > [Nobu Hotel Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Nobu-Hotel-Chicago.h36475533.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Aqua-Hotel-Chicago.h4520626.Hotel-Information) > > [citizenM Chicago Downtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-CitizenM-Chicago-Downtown.h82652306.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Majestic-Chicago-Theatre-District.h1503719.Hotel-Information) > > [River Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-River-Hotel.h2675313.Hotel-Information) > > [The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-The-Chicago-Hotel-Collection-Ambassador-Gold-Coast.h17809.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Hawthorne Terrace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Hawthorne-Terrace-Hotel.h116850.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Chicago.h12167.Hotel-Information) > > [Palmer House a Hilton Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Palmer-House-A-Hilton-Hotel.h8079.Hotel-Information) > > [LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-LondonHouse-Chicago.h12786616.Hotel-Information) ---