The Aspen House Galena
Exclusive to the Galena Territories
With your stay you will receive 4 complimentary guest cards to access the Owner's Club. The Club has an indoor pool and outdoor pool (open in summer). Gymnasium, exercise equipment room, game room and cafe (the cafe is open in summer as well).
It's a short 4 minute drive from the Aspen House.
12 locals recommend
The Galena Territory Owners' Club
2000 Territory DrWith your stay you will receive 4 complimentary guest cards to access the Owner's Club. The Club has an indoor pool and outdoor pool (open in summer). Gymnasium, exercise equipment room, game room and cafe (the cafe is open in summer as well).
It's a short 4 minute drive from the Aspen House.
Just an 8 minute drive from the Aspen House.
You can book a custom massage at Stonedrift Spa in Eagle Ridge Resort.
In summer enjoy golfing at The General or take a hot air balloon ride with Galena On the Fly.
Or book a tee time of FootGolf at the East Course Pro Sop.
The resort also boasts sledding and ice skating in winter as well as a Winter Carnival February 18-21 2022.
17 locals recommend
Eagle Ridge Resort
444 Eagle Ridge DrJust an 8 minute drive from the Aspen House.
You can book a custom massage at Stonedrift Spa in Eagle Ridge Resort.
In summer enjoy golfing at The General or take a hot air balloon ride with Galena On the Fly.
Or book a tee time of FootGolf at the East Course Pro Sop.
The resort also boasts sledding and ice skating in winter as well as a Winter Carnival February 18-21 2022.
9 minutes from Aspen House. You can go for a trail ride, a lead line, take lessons, go for a wagon ride or just stop by to visit the mini donkeys and ponies.
20 locals recommend
Shenandoah Riding Center
200 N Brodrecht Rd9 minutes from Aspen House. You can go for a trail ride, a lead line, take lessons, go for a wagon ride or just stop by to visit the mini donkeys and ponies.
A private lake exclusive to Owners and their guests. You are welcome to visit, fish, rent a boat, kayak or canoe. The marina has lovely picnic space and you are sure to find geese, turtles, frogs and more.
8 locals recommend
Lake Galena Marina & Bait Shop
100 Marina DrA private lake exclusive to Owners and their guests. You are welcome to visit, fish, rent a boat, kayak or canoe. The marina has lovely picnic space and you are sure to find geese, turtles, frogs and more.
Thunder Bay Falls
233 Thunder Bay RdGreat spot to see the waterfall and go fishing in winter.
City/town information
A beautiful 13 minute drive through the rolling hills of the driftless area will bring you to the darling town of Galena.
With it's historic Main St you will find shopping, dining, historic sight seeing and entertainment.
72 locals recommend
Galena
A beautiful 13 minute drive through the rolling hills of the driftless area will bring you to the darling town of Galena.
With it's historic Main St you will find shopping, dining, historic sight seeing and entertainment.
A 17 minute drive from Aspen House to Elizabeth, IL. A sweet little town along Highway 20 it has the Apple River Fort (built in less than a week in 1832). An exact replica stands today.
8 locals recommend
Elizabeth
A 17 minute drive from Aspen House to Elizabeth, IL. A sweet little town along Highway 20 it has the Apple River Fort (built in less than a week in 1832). An exact replica stands today.
Sightseeing
These are beautiful outdoor spaces not far from the Aspen House.
A 19 minute drive from the Aspen House, Horseshoe Mound is a must see in the spring, summer and fall (winter is typically closed). With views for miles you can walk along the trails and enjoy bird watching, a picnic, or just some quiet time in nature.
19 locals recommend
Horseshoe Mound
1679 N Blackjack RdA 19 minute drive from the Aspen House, Horseshoe Mound is a must see in the spring, summer and fall (winter is typically closed). With views for miles you can walk along the trails and enjoy bird watching, a picnic, or just some quiet time in nature.
A 24 minute drive toward the river. This is a beautiful place to enjoy bird watching and day dream. Rich in history, Casper Bluff is also home to the last intact bird effigy in Illinois.
12 locals recommend
Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve
870 S Pilot Knob RdA 24 minute drive toward the river. This is a beautiful place to enjoy bird watching and day dream. Rich in history, Casper Bluff is also home to the last intact bird effigy in Illinois.
A 23 minute drive from the Aspen House, Wapello Land and Water Reserve in Hanover contains an abundant amount of signs of habitation by both the Woodland and Mississippian cultures and is still tied to the Oneota people.
Mowed trails wind through the priarie in summer.
Wapello Land & Water Reserve
8642 IL-84A 23 minute drive from the Aspen House, Wapello Land and Water Reserve in Hanover contains an abundant amount of signs of habitation by both the Woodland and Mississippian cultures and is still tied to the Oneota people.
Mowed trails wind through the priarie in summer.
A 30 minute drive south east will lead you to the town of Stockton and nearby is this designated Important Bird Area. To date there are have been documented sightings of over 100 different bird species April-August.
Note: Please no dogs March 1 - September 30th to avoid bird nesting season.
Groomed cross country skit trails are open during the winter season.
Valley Of Eden Bird Sanctuary
5559 E Rush Creek RdA 30 minute drive south east will lead you to the town of Stockton and nearby is this designated Important Bird Area. To date there are have been documented sightings of over 100 different bird species April-August.
Note: Please no dogs March 1 - September 30th to avoid bird nesting season.
Groomed cross country skit trails are open during the winter season.
Hoof It - Goat Treks
616 S Devils Ladder RdThe Motherhouse for the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa. They bake the delicious bread we leave for our guests. Beautiful place with a strong history. The bookstore is open to visitors!
Sinsinawa Mound Center
585 Co Rd ZThe Motherhouse for the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa. They bake the delicious bread we leave for our guests. Beautiful place with a strong history. The bookstore is open to visitors!
Food scene
Some of our family’s favorite places!
A simple 8 minute drive from the Aspen House.
Located in Eagle Ridge Resort, they have a delicious breakfast buffet for just $17 (kids $11) everyday from 7am-11am.
Hours and days vary for lunch/dinner-call 815.776.5050
Woodlands Restaurant & Lounge
444 Eagle Ridge DrA simple 8 minute drive from the Aspen House.
Located in Eagle Ridge Resort, they have a delicious breakfast buffet for just $17 (kids $11) everyday from 7am-11am.
Hours and days vary for lunch/dinner-call 815.776.5050
A 17 minute drive from the Aspen House.
Delicious breakfast and lunch.
Open 7am-2pm Thursday-Monday
Call 815.776.0240
37 locals recommend
Otto's Place
100 Bouthillier StA 17 minute drive from the Aspen House.
Delicious breakfast and lunch.
Open 7am-2pm Thursday-Monday
Call 815.776.0240
A 15 minute drive from the Aspen House.
Excellent modern Italian American food.
Open after 3pm but call for reservations
815.777.3938
49 locals recommend
Fried Green Tomatoes
213 N Main StA 15 minute drive from the Aspen House.
Excellent modern Italian American food.
Open after 3pm but call for reservations
815.777.3938
A 12 minute drive from the Aspen House.
Darling German / French bistro with excellent wine and beer.
Hours vary - call 815.777.2004
21 locals recommend
Fritz & Frites Bistro
317 N Main StA 12 minute drive from the Aspen House.
Darling German / French bistro with excellent wine and beer.
Hours vary - call 815.777.2004
Galena Cellars Vineyard
4746 N Ford RdA 15 minute drive from Aspen House this little bakery is our favorite stop for a quick lunch or treat. We are big fans of the empanadas and chocolate chip cookies with sea salt- yum! It will brighten your day for sure! (open 8a-3pm usually closed Tuesday and Wednesday)
12 locals recommend
Galena Bakehouse
421 S Main StA 15 minute drive from Aspen House this little bakery is our favorite stop for a quick lunch or treat. We are big fans of the empanadas and chocolate chip cookies with sea salt- yum! It will brighten your day for sure! (open 8a-3pm usually closed Tuesday and Wednesday)
Great place for wine and snacks. They make a grilled cheese for you from any cheese in the case.
23 locals recommend
Galena River Wine & Cheese
420 S Main StGreat place for wine and snacks. They make a grilled cheese for you from any cheese in the case.
With Your Furry Friend
These are our favorite places to take our furry friend 🦮🐾
A 16 minute drive from Aspen House towards Galena. Gateway Park (off of highway 20) is an ideal place to stretch your legs, take in the views, and take Fido for a walk.
Gateway Park
9300 West Powder House Hill RoadA 16 minute drive from Aspen House towards Galena. Gateway Park (off of highway 20) is an ideal place to stretch your legs, take in the views, and take Fido for a walk.
Buehler Preserve
102 Jefferson StThunder Bay Falls
233 Thunder Bay Rd
New Earth Animals
224 South Main Street