🏠 Maison A-Frame mi-siècle près de Galena | Observation des étoiles | Retraite en couple | 1 ch/1 sdb
The Little Dipper is a cozy 1-bedroom A-Frame located just 20 minutes from Galena, thoughtfully refreshed with mid-century inspired design that offers a more elevated take on a classic cabin stay.
Guests consistently love how peaceful and quiet the setting feels—private and secluded, yet still close to Galena’s shops, restaurants, and wineries.
Inside, the home blends warm wood interiors with a clean, comfortable aesthetic. The living space includes a Smart TV for relaxing evenings, and the lofted bedroom provides an intimate setting ideal for couples.
One of the most unique features of the home is the dark night sky. With minimal light pollution, guests can enjoy incredible stargazing—on clear nights, it’s easy to spot constellations, including the Little Dipper itself.
What Guests Love
• Cozy, romantic atmosphere
• Quiet and peaceful surroundings
• Convenient location near Galena
• Unique A-Frame character
• Clean, comfortable, and as described
Key Features
• 1-bedroom A-Frame with mid-century styling
• Excellent stargazing amongst the dark skies
• Smart TV
• Quiet wooded setting
• Equipped kitchen for basic meals*
• Short drive to Galena
Location
• 20 minutes to Galena
• Minutes to Woodbine Bend Golf Course
• Close to wineries, breweries, and scenic drives
• Near hiking at the Mississippi Palisades
Golf perks
• Enjoy discounted golf at Eagle Ridge, including The General Golf Course. Tee times available up to 3 weeks in advance.
Important to note
• This home is not pet-friendly
• Located just east of Elizabeth, IL in the Galena Oaks subdivision
• Best suited for guests seeking a quiet getaway
Good fit for
✔ Couples
✔ Design-conscious travelers
✔ Quiet retreats
✔ Golf getaways
Not ideal for
✘ Tall guests that forget to duck their head around low ceilings **Taller guests are welcome, just note the sloped ceilings of an A-Frame!**
✘ Those expecting modern/new construction
✘ Groups larger than 2
This is a true A-Frame, which means:
• Sloped walls and lower ceiling clearance in some areas
• You may need to watch your head, especially in the loft
The home also reflects the character of an older property. While we keep everything well maintained, occasional quirks can happen—this is part of the experience for guests who appreciate charm over uniformity.
Water
• Due to the rural setting, this home is on well water which may occasionally have a natural odor. The water is tested and is safe to drink. Most guests have no issue, but those sensitive may prefer bringing bottled water for drinking.
Location
• The Little Dipper is located adjacent to Highway 20, you may hear traffic during busier times but otherwise, it's a quaint and peaceful location.
Functionality
• The home is equipped with a kitchen, however, there is not a traditional stove/oven in the kitchen rather an induction cooktop (required pots/pans provided) and a combination Toaster Oven / Air Fryer.
Dog-policy: None allowed. If guests bring an unauthorized dog to the property, there will be a $500 fee imposed.
Cancellation policy: Our cancellation policy is NOT flexible, therefore we highly encourage travel insurance to protect from the unexpected. Travel Insurance can be purchased directly through Vrbo or through us when signing rental agreement.
Rental Agreement: a rental agreement is required to be signed within 48 hours of booking to secure your stay along providing a picture of your ID. The guest that books the stay is required to sign the agreement and provide the names of all guests staying, and must be present during the entirety of reservation.
Minimum age of Primary Renter: 25
At the time of booking: Accurate guest count is required
Check-in after: 4 PM
Checkout before: 11 AM
*note, early check-in or late checkout cannot be determined until the day before and is not guaranteed.
Three days before your arrival, you will receive a message via Vrbo and an email with house information, directions, what to bring, and how you will receive your unique door code for your stay.
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Aéroport régional de Dubuque (DBQ) - 49 min en voiture
Restaurants
Eager Beaver Bbq
7 min en voiture
Cajun Jack’s
7 min en voiture
Three Sisters Sweet Shoppe
5 min en voiture
Bushel & Peck's
23 min en voiture
Small Town Saloon
5 min en voiture
Foire aux questions
Les animaux domestiques sont-ils admis dans l'hébergement ?
Non, les animaux de compagnie ne sont pas admis au sein de l'hébergement.
Combien coûte un séjour dans l’hébergement 🏠 Maison A-Frame mi-siècle près de Galena | Observation des étoiles | Retraite en couple | 1 ch/1 sdb ?
À partir du 12 nov. 2026, les prix constatés pour un séjour d’une nuit pour deux adultes dans l’hébergement 🏠 Maison A-Frame mi-siècle près de Galena | Observation des étoiles | Retraite en couple | 1 ch/1 sdb le 18 nov. 2026 commencent à 243 €, taxes et frais compris. Ce prix est fondé sur le prix par nuit le plus bas constaté dans les dernières 24 heures pour des séjours dans les 30 prochains jours. Les prix sont susceptibles de changer. Choisissez vos dates pour obtenir des prix plus exacts.
À combien s’élèvent les frais de parking ?
Un parking est disponible sur place.
Quelle est l'heure d'arrivée à l'hébergement 🏠 Maison A-Frame mi-siècle près de Galena | Observation des étoiles | Retraite en couple | 1 ch/1 sdb ?
Les arrivées sont prévues à partir de 16 h 00.
Quelle est l'heure de départ de l'hébergement 🏠 Maison A-Frame mi-siècle près de Galena | Observation des étoiles | Retraite en couple | 1 ch/1 sdb ?
Le départ a lieu à 11 h 00.
Où se situe l'hébergement ?
Envie d'un séjour en zone rurale ? Cette cabane se trouve à moins de 15 km de Apple River Fort, Rocky Waters Vineyard and Winery et Massbach Ridge Winery. Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course et Apple Canyon Lake sont également à 20 km de distance.
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Avis sur l’hébergement 🏠 Maison A-Frame mi-siècle près de Galena | Observation des étoiles | Retraite en couple | 1 ch/1 sdb
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Note des voyageurs de 10 (Excellent), d’après 7 avis sur 8.
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Note des voyageurs de 8 (Bien), d’après 1 avis sur 8.
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Avis
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
Teri S.
23 juil. 2026
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
The house was perfect for our little getaway.
Séjour de 4 nuits en juillet 2026
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
Gissell
19 mai 2026
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication et exactitude de l’annonce
Everything was very beautiful
Séjour de 2 nuits en mai 2026
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
Matthew S.
24 mars 2026
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Cozy cabin close to Galena. Host was very communicative and available if needed
Séjour de 2 nuits en mars 2026
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
Lexi S.
14 déc. 2025
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Our stay was great! The cabin was exactly as expected like postures and clean. And the location was nice with a 5 minute drive to grocery stores and shops, as well as a 25 minute drive to Galena.
Séjour de 2 nuits en décembre 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
Tammy F.
24 mars 2025
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Weekend getaway
Our stay was perfect. The cabin was clean and cozy and had everything we needed! Brian was super responsive as well.
Séjour de 2 nuits en mars 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 Excellent
Brian B.
31 mai 2025
Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
Classy Get Away
This little A Frame house made for a wonderful, cozy stay for my husband and I on our second honeymoon! The online pictures didn't do this classy house justice! It was very clean, in a quiet neighborhood, good size lot, had everything we could need. Hope to stay here again!
Séjour de 2 nuits en mai 2025
Avis vérifié
8/10 Bien
Audrey F.
23 juil. 2026
Les points forts : Arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce
The good:Property located between various attractions including Galena.Owner quickly responsive to texts when issues arose.Once cleaning issues resolved, property pleasant (see below).Modern laundry equipment, nice bathroom amenities, well water not bad to drink.Neighborhood great to walk around, lots of historic 1970's A-frame houses, some modified and some original. An architect nerd's dream. Also nice pond, scenery, etc.The bad:Upon arrival, home was not clean (dirty surfaces, laundry on floor from previous renter, used linen on bed, etc). Owner responded to text by sending cleaning crew. But then after saying he had no excuse, he blamed them for being too busy during summer to get to it. Cleaning crew was fast/efficient, we tipped them accordingly.Freezer in desperate need of defrosting, was nearly unusable.Listing claims deadbolt lock, however only lock was a loose sliding door.We don't blame owner for weather; we were there during 95 deg heat wave. But we couldn't open the upstairs bathroom window for cross breeze due to missing screen (bugs). Owner responded a) there was a screen last he checked, and b) make sure downstairs AC turned all the way cold. As if we were too stupid to see a non-existent screen or turn AC colder. Upstairs bedroom/bathroom remained 85 thru out visit.Owner always ended texts with asking for five stars. We can't give 5 stars for 4 star visit. Apologies. But we do appreciate refund of cleaning fee, thanks.