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Talisman Lodge

4.8272
(81 Reviews)

Capacity

4 Bedrooms
4 Bath
Sleeps 10

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About

Talisman Lodge is 5 minutes to the Galena Territory Owners Club and 15 minutes to Downtown Galena. This home is Dog Friendly, Maximum 2.

Come stay at an amazing Galena retreat with modern conveniences featuring a high speed fiber WiFi connection. Our Talisman home is situated on almost an acre with a wooded area to the rear of the property and a horse/walking trail immediately adjacent to the side of the house. The home offers 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths and 2 fireplaces. The main level living room has a floor to ceiling limestone wood burning fireplace and flat screen 55" TV. Our large kitchen offers an abundance of natural light, stainless steel appliances and would be a grand place to host your getaway meal. The large, roomy Master Bedroom is located in the upper level of the home and offers a King size bed with a large flat screen tv to lay back and view. The master bath offers a great whirlpool tub and shower with a double sink vanity. The main level features a Queen bedroom with en suite bath. When you enter the lower level you will find the family room where you can relax, play games, or watch movies or the big game on the 55" TV and pool table. The lower level is also home to our other Queen bedroom and then our double twin bedroom. This home features a comfortable screened in porch on the main level w/deck and then a great place to sit on the patio below and look out over the yard. The backyard is also the location of our new fire pit - enjoy!

We do allow dogs at our home. Please no more than two pooches at a time during your stay. We will ask you to sign an additional form to allow your pet and there will be an additional $150 pet fee per stay. This is not a deposit and will not be returned. There will be additional fees charged if your pet causes any damage or additional cleaning is necessary due to your pet after your stay. We would love to host you and your dogs!

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 Memorial Day through Labor Day. The club is an exclusive amenity that can be used by only Galena Territory property owners and their guests. The Owners' Club includes an indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool w/slides, a kiddie pool, fitness room, game room, indoor/outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts, seasonal snack bar, free WiFi and outdoor playground. Don't forget to visit Lake Galena, The Shenandoah Riding Center and hiking trails throughout the 6,800-acre property. Please remember usage of the amenities is NEVER guaranteed. We do not discount or refund due their closure.

When you book a home with us we will require 30% down, this is a payment not a deposit. The full balance is due 14 days prior to check in. If you cancel prior to the 14 days you will receive the first payment less a $35 cancellation fee. At the 14 day mark your stay will become non-refundable and dates cannot be adjusted. Your payments will automatically be processed to the card you place on file at the time of booking. Your rental agreement (sent after booking) will reflect the due dates and amounts. Please NOTE: You will be required to sign an electronic rental agreement at the time of booking, we ask this be signed and filed within 48 hours of receiving to guarantee your reservation. You must be 25 or older at the time of booking and present the entire stay.

Our cancellation policy is NOT flexible, we highly recommend travel insurance. Travel insurance is offered at the time of booking and up until 15 days prior to check in. The provider is CSA.

Check in details are sent 3 days prior to your arrival to the email on file. This includes the home's address, the access code and other pertinent home/area information. Early check in is never guaranteed and cannot be considered until the night before or morning of your arrival. The check in details will cover this process.

Features

Amenities

  • Pool Table
  • Fireplace
  • Coffee Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Hot Tub
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cookware
  • Silverware
  • Dishes
  • Jacuzzi Tub
  • High Speed Internet
  • Wood Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Area FitnessCenter
  • Golf Course
  • Gas Grill
  • Fire Pit
  • Max Occupancy 10 Guests
  • Vacation Homes of Galena

Location

  • Galena Territory
  • Vacation Homes of Galena

Dog Friendly

  • pets considered

Availability

Key
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Very comfortable

September 2024
, Lombard, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4

Our family enjoyed the space, the bedrooms, and the outside firepit.

Family Friendly Get-Away

August 2024
, Des Plaines, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
5

We were very happy with the rental and would highly recommend it to others. Everything was perfect!

Great stay

July 2024
, Elwood, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

We liked the quiet wooded location of the house. Having bedrooms on three levels was perfect. The kitchen was extremely well supplied. The weather was great so we could enjoy the beautiful screened porch. We were , of course, grateful to have a beautiful place to stay that allowed our dog to be with us. Golfing and services at the spa were wonderful.

Lovely large home with lots of sitting areas

June 2024
, Roscoe, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
4
Property condition
5

Our family had a nice reunion in this dog-friendly Galena territory home. We especially enjoyed the fire pit, porch swing, hot tub and screened in porch. Galena Territory itself wasn't all that I had hoped for but the home was perfect. We rent a home each year for a family gathering and this was the best we've rented so far.

Galena Goodness!

June 2024
, Ingleside, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4

Beautiful serene location, very comfortable beds, we loved the screen porch, kitchen was well supplied, would stay there again.

Won't be back

June 2024
, West Chicago, IL US

Overall
2
Services from rental manager
2
Cleanliness
1
Location
4
Property condition
2

Been to Galena for 15 years did not like they told me I could not use the pool until 4pm. We always were able to pick up passes and enjoy the pool before 4pm as I had my grandchildren wanting the pool. The house was not clean. The floor in kichen was dirty. There was dust on the tables. The Mr Coffee took 1 hour to brew a pot of coffee. The downstairs bedrooms were cold and my grandchildren had to sleep with 3 blanks but the upstairs was fine so if we put the heat on the upstairs was hot. There were gnats in the downstairs bathroom. I had never had any of these issues in other Galena houses.

Manager's Response

We wish Jeanne could have enjoyed herself a little more. The second she was unable to check in early she was upset. Would have loved to have had the chance to troubleshoot the heat with her or send housekeeping back over and she never reported any other issues. She only sent us a picture of the porch table with dust on it, it is not in an enclosed area so yes the environment may play a role. Future Guests - we do not allow access to the proximity cards until you have checked in. We have a firm check in time of 4p.m. in the summer months, if we can accommodate you earlier we will try, early check in is never guaranteed. Please check out the great reviews for this home, you will love the house and the area.

Great pllace

May 2024
, Arlington Heights, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

For the past 5 years we have rented in Galena for the Memorial Day long weekend. This was our favorite place out of all of them. There were enough bedrooms to easily accommodate our family of 6. There was outdoor space for the kids to play, and the firepit was great. Plenty of space for family games and relaxation. The screened in porch was amazing. We were very happy to be able to take our dog along with us this time as well. I would highly recommend this location.

Peaceful Stay

April 2024
, Wadsworth, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4

Property was great, very clean, plenty of supplies to use.

Family gathering

March 2024
, Menomonee Fls, WI US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Lots of room that allowed everyone their own space while providing family time. Proximity to trails and a short drive to the clubhouse was a bonus.

Galena Gals Weekend

October 2023
, Round Lake, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

The house was very spacious and clean with all the amentities we needed. Our group gets together once a year and this home fit our needs. We appreciated the detailed instructions and garbage cans so we did not have to take the trash to the garbage site as in past years. Thank you so much!

Fall Getaway

October 2023
, Crystal Lake, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Great house and location for a family getaway with our adult children and our grandchild. We made use of the fire pit, the hot tub, pool table, nearby trails, and pool at the owner’s club. Loved having four bedrooms each with their own bathroom and the ability to bring our dog.

Fun Family Vacation

September 2023
, Wheeling, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Excellent rental for our family of 7! Great quiet street, plenty of space, and super clean! We enjoyed a perfect working hot tub and used the comfortable screen house the most. Beds and linens were comfy and plenty of accessories in the kitchen made things easy. It's easy to see how well the owners of this rental care for their home and guests. Not a criticism but merely a suggestion would be for some non slip grips on the beautiful hardwood stairs and the shower floors. But this rental is a definite gem. Also it was equally wonderful communicating with Linda. She was super helpful and great to work with.

Great stay for family reunion

August 2023
, Canton, MI United States

Overall
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4

This is the second year we stayed at this house. Nice setup for three families. Love using the hot tub. Nice that we can bring our dog. Just be aware of the people across the street, they may tell you to not let your dog do anything on their yard (happened to us both years). We always pick up after our dog.

Loved the house!

June 2023
, Oswego , IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

This is one of our favorite homes we have stayed in. The layout was perfect and spacious. We really enjoyed the trail by the home and even got to see horses go by. We will definitely stay here again!

Greatsaid very

May 2023
, Williamsburg, IA United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

It was very good. I sentnyhe owner a few suggestions that could be added to the home. Overall it was very comfy,homey, more than we expected. Owner was very prompt when we texted her. Great place.

Manager's Response

We are so glad Karen and her Crew enjoyed her stay. She actually texted the property manager and the suggestions like a full length mirror in the master bedroom are being added. Thanks again for staying with us!

Parents in town!

May 2023
, Oak Lawn, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Our experience was great, we had just the right number of rooms, and overalls, place was great. Would definitely go back.

Girls getaway

May 2023
, Edgerton, WI US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4

Nice place to stay. Good space for 5 of us. Enjoyed the screen room and hot tub. Could easily spend a week in this house. Good proximity to downtown Galena. Working with the manager was easy. We really enjoyed the stay. I think you have dogs and this might be helpful information if people have allergies. Thank you!

Manager's Response

We are so glad you enjoyed our Talisman lodge! We advertise Talisman as pet friendly and have all of accessories available for them to enjoy their visit!

A Fabulous Getaway

April 2023
, Montgomery, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

I would highly recommend Talisman Lodge for any gathering! We stayed there for a girls birthday weekend and had the best time! The house is amazing & we had a fantastic time. There were 6 of us and we had plenty of room to be comfortable. We were not disappointed!! Will definitely be back!

Relaxing weekend in Galena

March 2023
, Mt. Prospect, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

We rented this house for an extended weekend and were sad when the time ended. We all enjoyed the place and a huge plus for us was having a bathroom for each bedroom. The house was clean and fully stocked with everything you would need for a perfect stay. We would definitely recommend this house to others.

Staycation

March 2023
, Bourbonnais, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

The Talisman home was great! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. There were many things we brought that we didn’t need because they were already there (large beach towels, lots of seasonings, wide assortment of baking dishes, wine opener, etc)! The beds were comfy, rooms were large and the layout was perfect for our family needs.

Очень хороший дом

March 2023
, N/A, CO United States

Overall
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Все было очень хорошо

Manager's Response

Translated


Very Nice House


Everything was very good

Great trip

January 2023
, Mendota , IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4

It was a great location for us to have our family Christmas! The perfect number of beds and baths to accommodate our family. It snowed the entire day so that was beautiful. Would love to go explore town more on our next visit.

Beautiful, comfortable home

January 2023
, Lena, IL United States

Overall
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
3

We hiked the trail that goes right by the house, enjoyed the hot tub, and the beautiful spaces within the house and even the screened porch with the mild weather! Some things need to be fixed/updated but overall the house was comfortable, clean, and welcoming. The management company was helpful.

December Getaway

December 2022
, Park Ridge , IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Relaxing and Convenient Home well furnished and comfortable.

Magical Moments

December 2022
, Mineral Point, WI United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

I wonderful home and considerate, reliable, and quick responding staff make this home a magical place to be.

Amazing stay, can't wait to come back!

December 2022
, Palatine, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

We were thrilled with Talisman Lodge!! My family of 9 total, 3 couples, 3 children, had a wonderful time and enjoyed the property so much! The 3 levels of bedrooms, each with their own bathroom, was perfect for us. We thoroughly enjoyed the common areas together and had our own private space when needed. Linda was so kind to let us check in early so I could prepare for the rest of my gang. We all enjoyed the pool table and games downstairs and the front room wood burning fireplace. It was so cozy and comforting, the whole place is lovely and very clean. The kitchen is so well stocked with dishes, glassware and pots and pans. The flow of the home is perfect for spending time together while large enough to spread out. We loved the place so much, we want to come back in warmer weather so we can enjoy more outside activities. The fire pit and the hot tub were a big draw for me when I rented, but with 3 young children who wanted our attention all waking hours, we didn't have a chance to enjoy. Next time! Some of us did go to the Owners Club for some indoor pool fun, and we visited the local general store for some food we'd forgotten to bring. The place is outside of Galena more than I expected, however, it was perfect for privacy yet felt completely safe! Thank you again, Linda, for letting us in early and a little later check out! I would definitely recommend Talisman Lodge to all my friends.

Great House

October 2022
, Medinah, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

House was great

Great Girls Weekend!

September 2022
, Fitchburg, WI US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

This was a perfect girls getaway. Great location and private, quiet neighborhood surrounded by trees. Loved sitting in the screened porch for morning coffee. Nice outdoor areas to sit and eat or have a fire too. We would definitely go back!

Family trip

July 2022
, Shabbona, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4

This house is great for multi family trips. Lots of room to spread out. The patio and screened in porch were great. Lots of windows for natural light. Everyone has their own bathroom which is a big plus. The men enjoyed the jacuzzi. The yard needed alittle work, lots of weeds and grass was really long.

Family trip

July 2022
, Shabbona, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4

This house is great for multi family trips. Lots of room to spread out. The patio and screened in porch were great. Lots of windows for natural light. Everyone has their own bathroom which is a big plus. The men enjoyed the jacuzzi. The yard needed alittle work, lots of weeds and grass was really long.

Wonderful get away

July 2022
, MADISON, WI US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Family vacation in Galena was great. The house was beautiful, clean and well maintained. The kitchen has everything you need and grill was very clean. Our granddaughters loved the pooltable. We played pool every night. We would definitely stay here again.

Celebrating July 4th in Galena

June 2022
, Cresco, IA United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

This was our 3rd time staying at this rental. Works perfect for our family to meet here to celebrate a long weekend. The house works great for the adults and grandkids! Spacious, easy access to local attractions, clean and well maintained and stocked for guests. It is the "big house" the kids look forward to each year!

Galena

June 2022
, Caledonia, WI US

Overall
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
3
Location
5
Property condition
4

Overall nice getaway

Super place

June 2022
, Streamwood, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Very nice place! We were surprised at how dog friendly the place was. They had dog bowls set up for our dogs and leashes set up outside too! Kitchen was great with lots of dishes and a great stove for cooking! Would definitely stay there again!

Great stay

May 2022
, Naperville, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

The home was very nice and clean. The views are very relaxing. We were there for a wedding in Galena and it was a perfect location! Thank you

Wonderful stay

March 2022
, Moline, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

The place was clean, and had lots to do at the house and the owners club as well. As it was raining we couldn't do the hiking we wanted so the indoor swimming pool at the owners club was great. We also played ping pong there. But also at the house were board games and a pool table and with galena nearby it was perfect. Our dog was comfortable too! I would recommend this place.

We will be back

February 2022
, Arlington Heights, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

The home was a perfect fit for us. I appreciate the little things it offered such as room darkening curtains (I typically travel with my own set) and tissues in the bathrooms. The kitchen was fully equipped with what we needed and there was plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. We will definitely be back!

Fantastic place to stay!

February 2022
, Farmington, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

The house was fantastic! We enjoyed having the hot tub, and pool table for our evenings back at the house. Our entire group agreed we would definitely stay here again!

Family Christmas Gathering (in January)

January 2022
, CEDAR FALLS, IA US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
4
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Stayed at this rental with family members and met up with other family members as well. This rental worked out great for the 8 of us from ages 8 to 69 plus our dog. Rental had everything we needed and we would definitely consider staying there again. Used the hot tub and nearby walking trail as well.

Great House

November 2021
, Chicago, IL US

Overall
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Property was great. Everything was clean and the property was in great shape. Great location close to the General Store and to the golf courses. Dog friendly, even has bowls set out for our pup which was very nice. The only downside was that there was a small bulldozer and a mountain of dirt outside the house so parking was difficult. And the fire pit was still under construction so we were unable to use it. I’m sure once complete this won’t be an issue. Also the kitchen has no cooking ingredients, like salt or cooking oil, so just be sure to bring that along or you’ll need to run to the grocery store to grab those things. Otherwise, the property was great. Would definitely recommend for a larger family or group! We had three families with 6 kids running around and it never felt cramped.

Nurses 40th reunion destination

October 2021
, HILLSBORO, IL US

Overall
4
Services from rental manager
4
Cleanliness
4
Location
4
Property condition
3

The home on Talisman place was in a great location, nice kitchen and bedroom/bathroom spaces and we enjoyed the screened in porch several mornings and evenings
The outside space could use a little attention. The deck needed stained, grill was aged and the hot tub was not as clean as we expected and the cover was in poor condition.
The location was quiet and easy to get to Galena. we enjoyed the shops and restaurants and wineries in Galena and had a great time together.

Manager's Response

Our Talisman home is a wonderful place for family and friends to congregate. The location is great and Galena is a great destination for all travelers.


It is the end of the busy season and so many people have enjoyed Talisman and so many more are scheduled to arrive. Please understand staining a deck cannot be done during a stay and we don't want to cancel anyone's time there so we have decided to schedule for a less busy time. The grill is completely functional, even if aged, they don't make them like they used! Lastly the hot tub cover needs to be replaced, at this time covers are 6 month wait. So in the meantime the cover there is totally functional it just needs to be slid into place. Typically it sits on a cradle cover lift system but it has pulled out and that's why it is being replaced. We use an outside pool vendor for all of our maintenance and repair, they do a complete check of the tub prior to any guests' arrival. If you feel it is not in proper shape or not the right temperature, please notify us while you are there not in a review! We can usually assist with any tub issues while you are onsite.

Beautiful home for a girls Getaway

September 2021
, Pingree Grove, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Nice updated home . Was very clean and in a great location. My family has rented other homes in eagle ridge territory in the past . This by far was my favorite! Would recommend for sure

Labor Day Family Getaway

September 2021
, Lockport, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

We have stayed in the Eagle Ridge area at various homes. This one was our favorite. The 3 different levels the bedrooms were on were perfect for a multi family situation as each bedroom had its own bathroom. The screened in porch was awesome, we used it a lot and it was in the perfect location in the house. The kitchen was one of the best as far as having everything we needed during our stay and the appliances were also in great condition. Being a pet friendly house was a must for us as we always travel with our pets. The firepit that was added was nice and placed in a good location on the property. The owners supplied some nice extras for us to use, such as beanbags and boards and some board games. They even left a supply of beach towels in a basket near the back downstairs door that led out to the hot tub. My only suggestion would be to change out the downstairs bed from a full bed to at least a queen bed. It was too small for 2 adults to sleep comfortably.

favorite times at the big hours

July 2021
, Cresco, IA United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

We have rented this home for a couple years now and meet up with our 2 daughters and families. The kids fondly call this home the big house. It is a perfect fit for all. We have a family upstairs, us on the middle floor and another downstairs. The screened in porch is awesome to play games with the littles or relax as adults. Location is perfect next to hiking trails and easy access to marina and pool. Rental is easy, home is clean and well stocked kitchen. We will be back.

DDZ Getaway

May 2021
, WHEELING, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Every year the family gets together for a long weekend and the Talisman Lodge was perfect! We all enjoyed all of the amenities at the house and while we brought many extra's (towels for the hot tub, large coffee maker) we found we didn't need to as everything was provided.
We will definitely stay at the same location again and will add an extra night!

Galena Zen

May 2021
, Hampstead, NC US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

beautiful space .... will be coming back

Great Galena stay!

April 2021
, Peoria, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Beautiful area and this house made for a great stay. Plenty of room to spread out and easy to find. Easy check in / check out process. Very impressed!

Relaxing Stay. Plenty of Room.

January 2021
, Itasca, IL US

Overall
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Relaxing getaway weekend with close friends. Rental home & amenities met expectations as listed on website. Clean and plenty of room to unwind and hot tub big plus. Just a few issues. Downstairs fireplace hard to start & just used upstairs. And recommend few lights turned for guests arriving after dark. Other than that highly recommend.

Manager's Response

So glad Jerry and his group enjoyed our Talisman Lodge. Housekeeping does a tremendous job and we love that so many people compliment our cleaning service. We will be checking out the fireplace as it hasn't been an issue in the past. In regrad to lighting, we get this request often about more or better lighting and we just just have to thank our HOA for being so very strict on our lighting in the area. We are part of the Dark Sky Initiative so we must comply with how many and styles of lights we can have. We hope you'll check out Talisman soon!

Lively space lots of amenities

December 2020
, Irvine, NA US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
4
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4

It was a great place to spend new years with the family.

Wonderful winter land vacation

December 2020
, Arlington Heights, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4

Loved the house with a lot of space, 2 fireplaces, hot tub, sledding at the side of the house for young children.

Wonderful winter land vacation

December 2020
, Arlington Heights, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4

Loved the house with a lot of space, 2 fireplaces, hot tub, sledding at the side of the house for young children.

We had a wonderful time - highly recommend this house!

December 2020
, Niles, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

We had a fantastic time. The place was super clean, they had dog bowls and dog beds for our dog, they were extremely easy to work with, they were clearly very organized - their instructions on entering and check-out were thorough and easy to follow. We had an amazing time and can’t wait to come back again!

Nice weekend getaway

September 2020
, Park Ridge, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
4
Property condition
4

We enjoyed the spacious and well-equipped house to celebrate a birthday. We were able to cook nice meals, go on walks along the trails, and enjoy the house inside and out.

Good review

September 2020
, Evanston , IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

It was wonderful to stay here, very enjoyable.

50th Anniversary Celebration

August 2020
, CHICAGO, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Everything great. Small leak when we arrived in the bathroom but fixed very quickly with one call. Great house for family gathering.

Family getaway

August 2020
, Galesburg, IL US

Overall
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
4
Property condition
5

This home worked great for our family of 4 generations. We enjoyed being out of town as our goal was to get together and spend some family time eating, playing games, and visiting. We chose this home as it had enough beds, bathrooms, and allowed our puppy. The kitchen was filled with plenty of dishes, silverware, and pans. Unfortunately there was no place to store the food we had for 4 days and 9 people. (there is a locked pantry cabinet) We ended up having food all over the counters which gave us little work space. Greatgrandma and the kids loved the swing in the back yard! We did not use the club house facilities due to Covid issues , weather, and the amount of time we stayed.

Perfect family gathering

July 2020
, Cresco, IA United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

This rental was offered to us due to another rental cancelling our reservations. This was a blessing in disguise as this home offered more space for our little ones and adults to move around yet be together. Our favorite place was the screened in porch with coffee in the morning or kids playing games. The home was well kept not to cluttered. Kitchen nicely stocked and organized for easy find. Thank you for the extra games as they came in handy when quiet time was needed. Hot top a hit and thank you for the extra beach towels as that is a nice touch. The home is located right off a hiking path which is a hit with this family. Close to owners club and marina. A definite stay again. The property management was excellent to work with.

Nice getaway

June 2020
, Frankfort, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4

This is a nice house that’s in a nice and quiet area. We were looking to get away and relax and this house is perfect. Everything was clean and in good working condition. Everyone we dealt with was very nice and helpful. Overall a great experience.

Seize the Day

April 2020
, Chicago, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Absolutely loved this house during our weekend get away. Plenty of space, clean and had everything we needed. My family and I cant wait to go back.

Great family getaway

April 2020
, Irvine, NA Unknown

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4

We very much enjoyed our stay here. Plenty of room for our family of 5, and the space could have accommodated more. The place was comfortable, and quiet. We especially enjoyed the sun room off the kitchen, and the walking trail directly adjacent to the house was a major plus. We didn't have to drive anywhere to get a nice hike in. Would stay again!

Super cute home in a beautiful territory!

October 2019
, Chicago, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
4
Property condition
5

We really enjoyed staying at this home! It was super cozy and was in a nicely secluded area. So many positives about this house! We had no problems during our stay and everything worked as it should. Only 2 negatives, which weren’t really a big deal, were that the master bedroom sheets had a stain and holes in them and area outside with the hot tub could definitely use more lightly, especially since it’s so close to the forest. Again, these weren’t a big deal for us at all, but maybe something management should consider taking care of to improve guest stay.

Manager's Response

So glad you enjoyed our Talisman Lodge! We are going to definitely look into the items the guest has noted. Please know we are under restrictions with lighting due to the HOA and Galena being part of the DARK SKY INITIATIVE. You will love your stay at this cozy spot in the Territory!

Great Girl's Weekend Getaway

October 2019
, Cuba City, WI United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
5

This was a great place for our annual girl's weekend. The house was great as we each had our own room and full bathroom which was very nice. We used the fire pit and there was plenty of wood for that and the fireplace upstairs got used a lot. The hot tub was also very nice and plenty of towels to us to use. The screened porch was so very nice and comfortable as well. The house was clean, but not spotless. Kitchen had most of the utensils we needed and plenty of cups, glasses, and plates. We did encounter a problem with the stove but the property manager Linda, was very good at getting the issue resolved very quickly. We had a great time and will be returning!

Great Girl's Weekend Getaway

October 2019
, Cuba City, WI US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
5

This was a great place for our annual girl's weekend. The house was great as we each had our own room and full bathroom which was very nice. We used the fire pit and there was plenty of wood for that and the fireplace upstairs got used a lot. The hot tub was also very nice and plenty of towels to us to use. The screened porch was so very nice and comfortable as well. The house was clean, but not spotless. Kitchen had most of the utensils we needed and plenty of cups, glasses, and plates. We did encounter a problem with the stove but the property manager Linda, was very good at getting the issue resolved very quickly. We had a great time and will be returning!

Beautiful Home with All the Amenities

July 2019
, Huntley, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

This house was exactly as listed; the pictures accurately show everything. We only stayed 2 nights so didn't have time to fully utilize all the amenities. We thoroughly enjoyed the large deck and since there were no bugs during our stay, we barely used the beautiful screened porch. Only 2 or 3 of our group used the hot tub (and found it delightful) and we didn't have time to use the fire pit (though there was plenty of wood stacked under the deck if we had wanted to). Of course the bedrooms and kitchen and family room and billiards room were all nice (again, exactly as pictured) so let that suffice. And check in was a breeze. The keys were in a little box by the front door which opened on the 1st try with the combination provided. Basically, everything was perfect and our group of 8 golfers would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Fabulous Galena Home

July 2019
, United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Absolutely loved this house for our Galena Get-Away! The four bedrooms were comfortable and each had an adjoining bath. The kitchen and living room were both comfortable places for my family to hang out. Everyone’s favorite room was the three seasons room! Wonderfully furnished and comfortable. Thanks so much for allowing pets. Our two shih tzu’s had a great time and enjoyed being on vacation with the family! I highly recommend this property and would not hesitate to stay there again.

Fabulous family vacation

July 2019
, Schaumburg, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

We chose the house at 2 Talisman for our 4th annual family vacation this year. The features of this property are perfect for a group of 8. The kitchen is extremely well equipped and layed out which made meal preparation a pleasure. Everyone loved the screened porch and deck. The laundry was a real convenience. The gas grill and hot tub were in great condition. The property manager was fast to respond to our needs. We will consider this house for next year.

Fabulous family vacation

July 2019
, Schaumburg, IL US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

We chose the house at 2 Talisman for our 4th annual family vacation this year. The features of this property are perfect for a group of 8. The kitchen is extremely well equipped and layed out which made meal preparation a pleasure. Everyone loved the screened porch and deck. The laundry was a real convenience. The gas grill and hot tub were in great condition. The property manager was fast to respond to our needs. We will consider this house for next year.

Fabulous family vacation

July 2019
, Schaumburg, IL Unknown

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

We chose the house at 2 Talisman for our 4th annual family vacation this year. The features of this property are perfect for a group of 8. The kitchen is extremely well equipped and layed out which made meal preparation a pleasure. Everyone loved the screened porch and deck. The laundry was a real convenience. The gas grill and hot tub were in great condition. The property manager was fast to respond to our needs. We will consider this house for next year.

Fabulous family vacation

July 2019
, Schaumburg , IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

We chose the house at 2 Talisman for our 4th annual family vacation this year. The features of this property are perfect for a group of 8. The kitchen is extremely well equipped and layed out which made meal preparation a pleasure. Everyone loved the screened porch and deck. The laundry was a real convenience. The gas grill and hot tub were in great condition. The property manager was fast to respond to our needs. We will consider this house for next year.

July stay in Galena

July 2019
, Riverside, IA US

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
4

We enjoyed our stay in Talisman Lodge. The few issues included the upstairs room couldn't cool down, grill needed clean, and poor mattress in full bed downstairs. We loved the rooms in the house and maintenance was wonderful and staff at the Galena territory. There was a lot of thistles and weeds around the property, and with being a master gardener it was a little bothersome. However, I would recommend the place. Overall, we had a great stay.

Family gathering at 2 Talisman

July 2019
, United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Our ages ranged from 65 years to 20 months old. The 10 of us plus one large dog had our own space on each floor. The kitchen had all the basic necessities for cooking and preparing meals. The screened in porch was a perfect place to enjoy morning coffee. The extremely hot weather didn’t allow for us to enjoy the deck and outdoors but the club house pool was great. Management help was excellent!

Galena Family Getaway

June 2019
, West Liberty, IA United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Very positive. Our family of six adults, four children, and two dogs enjoyed our stay here. Very spacious, well stocked kitchen, everything we needed!

Talisman

February 2019
, United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Perfect place for a family reunion. We had an awesome time. It had plenty of room for everyone!

Family house

January 2019
, Park Ridge, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Great family house. Four bedrooms with each having there own bathroom. Awesome hot tubs and dog friendly which you would never know because it was very clean

Talisman Lodge

December 2018
, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA US

Overall
4
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
4

Rental experience good overall. House was very cold when first entering. Area rug needs taped down or removed. Grandmother almost fell on corner that was turned up. Towel wrack in basement was duck taped on wall. These two things need to be fixed.

Manager's Response

We are so glad you had a nice experience. The rug and towel rack issues have been resolved and we know you will love this great home. Any questions please reach out - hot tub, pet friendly, pool table, it really does have it all!

Thanksgiving with family

November 2018
, Chicago, IL United States

Overall
3
Services from rental manager
4
Cleanliness
4
Location
4
Property condition
3

We had a lovely time. Well-equipped home and close to main roads to the Eagle Ridge Lodge and the way to town.

Galena Trip

November 2018
, Frankfort, Il United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
2
Property condition
5

Great time but the distance to the Main Street is too far.

Manager's Response

Thank you for your high scores on property condition, cleanliness and our services. Talisman is an incredible home and our guests having nothing but great things to say about it. This guest mentioned that Main St is too far away. The Galena Territory is not in the City of Galena. Please check the map or the address prior to booking if you want to be in a downtown location. The Galena Territory is a 6800 acre planned community and people love this area and we know you will too!

Relaxing Fall Get Away

October 2018
, United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
4
Location
5
Property condition
5

The rental was perfect for our family get away. It was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. It was so nice to have the ability to have our yorkie along too. Thanks for the relaxation & memories!

Just the right Place

August 2018
, Pittsburgh, PA United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

A reunion of High School girlfriends is always special but this was the best house we’ve rented and we’ve been renting houses for our reunion for more than 20 years. Fortunately, we could all fit on the screened in porch because we were out there most of the time. In a word; lovely!

Great Home in Territory

July 2018
, Chicago, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

This home is a gem and we will be back next year! It is pet-friendly and not at all the type of home typically offered to pet families (usually below grade condition and cleanliness)!

Grate place

May 2018
, Palatine, IL United States

Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5

Beautiful house, good location
Cable internet, newer appliances
Comfortable and felt like home