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The Galena Lake House and The Cottage on Lake Galena near Galena, Illinois are outstanding waterfront rental retreats. These properties offer unmatched lake settings on beautiful Lake Galena.

The Galena Lake House includes 6,000 square feet of finished space with 6 bedrooms/8 beds, 5½ baths, and a large conference room for corporate groups. This stylish lake view property provides the perfect accommodation for a corporate retreat, a getaway with friends, a vacation rental, or a family reunion.

The Cottage on Lake Galena is an exquisite 2 bedroom, 2½ bath lakefront cottage with exceptional privacy. Its handcrafted log and stone masonry construction adds greatly to its cozy cottage feel. The porch with its lake view, along with many other amenities, makes this property truly special and one-of-a kind. Perfect for that romantic or honeymoon retreat, or a 4 person vacation getaway.

What's happening nearby...

18th Annual Galena Oktoberfest

Depot Park •  Oct 04 @ 11AM

Family Fun, Live Polka Music, Wiener Dog Racing, plus German-style Food and Beer, headline this year's popular Galena event!

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Galena Country Fair

Grant Park •  Oct 11 – Oct 12 @ 10AM

One of Galena's most popular events featuring more than 100 vendors selling a variety of high-quality, original handmade arts, crafts and fine arts!

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Twenty Dirty Hands Self-Guided Pottery Tour

Multiple Locations •  Oct 17 – Oct 19 @ 10AM

Join in the 24th edition of the Tri-State region’s only self-guided pottery tour, October 17 - 29, 2025.

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