Log Lodge · Hot Tub · Game Room · King Suites

Emberwood Lodge by Wildwood Escapes

The Space
Three of the four bedrooms are King suites, each with its own private en-suite bathroom — no sharing, no waiting, no morning hallway traffic. The fourth bedroom and an additional half bath round out the layout.

The open main living area is built for gathering — warm textures, natural light, and a layout that makes "everyone in one place" actually feel good. The fully equipped kitchen handles everything from lazy Saturday breakfasts to big group dinners with ease.

A private hot tub is on site and ready to use. Quick heads-up: it's functional and clean but on the older side — a brand-new replacement is on order for summer 2026, and pricing reflects its current condition.

When the sun goes down, gather around the smokeless fire pit. Firewood is available for purchase at the country store at the entrance to the territory.

Three closets throughout the home are locked for owner storage. Everything else is yours for the stay.

Emberwood is pet-friendly (up to 2 dogs welcome; $100/dog/stay fee) with outdoor space your dogs will love too.

📍 Location & What's Nearby
Galena punches well above its size. Here's what's waiting for you:

🏊 Owners Club (~6 min) — Your stay includes 6 complimentary guest passes to the nearby club: game tables, an indoor pool, an outdoor pool (Memorial Day–Labor Day), a basketball court, and outdoor tennis courts. Extra passes are $5/person/day.
⛳ Eagle Ridge Resort (~10 min) — 63 holes of championship golf, a full spa, lake activities, and year-round outdoor recreation.
🛍️ Historic Main Street Galena (~15 min) — acclaimed restaurants, boutique wine bars, live music, and 19th-century storefronts for a great night out.
🍷 Galena Cellars Winery (~15 min) — one of Illinois' most celebrated wineries, with sweeping vineyard views and a welcoming tasting room.
🎿 Chestnut Mountain Resort (~15 min) — skiing and snowboarding in winter, mountain biking and zip-lining in summer.
🥾 Apple River Canyon State Park (~25 min) — dramatic limestone canyon hikes through some of Illinois' most beautiful terrain.
🏛️ Ulysses S. Grant's Home (~15 min) — the historic gem that put Galena on the map.
🍺 Dubuque, IA (~30 min) — riverfront dining, the National Mississippi River Museum, and great craft breweries.
🌆 Chicago (~2.5 hours) — an easy road trip from the city.

👨‍👩‍👧 Who This Home Is Best For
Emberwood Lodge is ideal for:

Multigenerational families who want space, comfort, and private en-suite baths so everyone gets their own retreat
Friend groups escaping for a wine country weekend, a birthday trip, or an off-season getaway
Golf crews heading to Eagle Ridge — the tee time's set, the beers are cold, and the hot tub's waiting
Two or three couples wanting an upscale home base with room to spread out and privacy to unwind

🔑 Guest Access
Emberwood Lodge is entirely yours for the stay — no shared spaces, no neighbors to work around. You'll get your keypad access code through our guest portal on check-in day. No key pickups, no front desks.

Three owner storage closets are locked throughout the home. Everything else is yours to enjoy.

🚗 Parking & EV Charging
Park up to 5 vehicles comfortably on-site, including a Level 2 EV charger for guests who need to top off.

📋 House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM
Dogs welcome (up to 2). A $100/dog/stay pet fee applies. No other pet types, please.
Hot tub guidelines are included in your booking confirmation and posted on-site — please review before use.

📋 Local Compliance & Guest Portal
This property has local compliance requirements (booking platform approved):
✔️ Signed rental agreement
✔️ ID verification
✔️ $1,500 security hold (pending transaction — not a traditional deposit)

💡 Optional Damage Waiver
$49 for stays up to 10 nights, +$2/day beyond 10 nights. Optional, non-refundable, third-party coverage.

We use Happy Guest — a secure, app-free guest portal where you'll:
📍 Complete required steps
🏡 Access house info
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