View from Quality Hill overlooking historic district, quick walk to downtown Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Q: Is View from Quality Hill overlooking historic district, quick walk to downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: How much is parking at View from Quality Hill overlooking historic district, quick walk to downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Q: Where is View from Quality Hill overlooking historic district, quick walk to downtown located?

Located in the heart of Galena, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum, Linmar Gardens and Old Market House. Dowling House and Old Blacksmith Shop are also within 10 minutes.

6/10 Okay

Marie S.

21 Sept 2025

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Very clean and great communication with owners. The view is amazing! Could just use some updating.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

18 May 2025

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Girls get away werkend

Absolutely fabulous place....lots of room....close to downtown...

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline C.

20 May 2025

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Great View

We enjoyed the stay. The view from the front porch is excellent. The beds could be upgraded to queen size and a more comfortable sitting area in the main living room would really upgrade the experience.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen K.

5 Jul 2024

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Vintage Haven

We enjoyed our stay. I would describe the home as quaint, quiet, and historical.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

20 May 2024

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Girls Weekend

Great house and location! Hosts were great! Would rent again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela d.

3 Oct 2024

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Great home! Lots of history.

A couples trip. Enjoyed the proximity to downtown. Clean home. The steps were a challenge at times but not a surprise.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

15 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Full of character and a comfortable place to hang with friends. Short walk, but you have to go down (and of course back up) 250 stairs.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla H.

2 Jun 2024

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Cute quiet farmhouse style home

Gorgeous view, pretty home. It was fully of charm and had everything you need. The owners were easy to reach out to with any questions and were super friendly and helpful!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassy T.

11 Dec 2023

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Galena Winter Wonderland

The beautiful historic home was the perfect location to have a private space with friends. The front porch was great for drinking a beverage and socializing and the quick walk down to shopping and restaurants made it easy for individual excursions.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

17 Mar 2025

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1856 home in Galena IL

Beautiful view of Galena; historic home gave us a good feel for living well in the 1850s (except for modern conveniences); easy drive to downtown.We would not recommend this home if you need a walker, wheelchair, or other walking aids; parking in the back alley was a bit of a challenge for our mid-size SUV.Overall, we had a pleasant stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas H.

29 Oct 2024

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Great view with a hill to climb!

Home has plenty of space for 3 couples. View from front patio is spectacular. The walking distance to main street was nice…the hill coming back to the house can be a little tiring! Antique beds and floors are decent but do make a good amount of noise.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen J.

24 Jul 2024

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College reunion visit to Galena

The home is beautiful - like taking a step back in time and staying in a house from the early 1900s. There were five of us in our late 60s - the stairs were difficult for one of us and we could have used one more bed, but everything was very clean and comfortable and in a great location to all things Galena. Host were great!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

4 Aug 2023

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Great historic property

Great location - walking distance to everything on main st (although be mindful that it’s about 200 steps to climb when returning). Nice view. Clean house.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

18 Sept 2023

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Idyllic Galena setting

The Asa Haile House was a perfect setting for a friends reunion weekend. It's a gorgeous house. Watching the sun rise over Main Street and the foggy hills in the distance with coffee on the porch to wine on the lovely courtyard at night can't be beat. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Jul 2024

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Better than Pics

very comfortable historic home.. fantastic view of the town.. everything works!! plenty of outlets, lights.. narrow, steep stairs.. of course.. great place to stay thanks so much.. ps what a library..

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John Y.

7 Aug 2023

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Back in Time

What a great home full of such great history from books to things on the walls and the walls themselves. - something truly special and a true gem.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

26 Sept 2023

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Perfect girls' weekend in a historic home

We stayed here for my best friend's bachelorette weekend and had the best time! The house is huge and was more than enough space for the 4 of us. We loved all the little details and decorations. The location was so convenient: we didn't have to drive anywhere if we didn't want to. Those stairs on the way back up the hill, though... wear your walking shoes!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 Oct 2023

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Galena Getaway

We had a great weekend in Galena. Robert’s property has the best views and is a great location. You are minutes from downtown Galena. Yes, there are steps. Our group ranged in age from 52 to 74, the 74 year old had hip replacement in July and was able manage the steps with no problems. We’d stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K., Homewood

28 Aug 2023

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Girl’s Getaway

Staying in the charming older house was a unique experience! The rich history and massive book collection added a wonderful touch. Its proximity to downtown Galena was a big plus, and the owners' responsiveness was appreciated. Although we wished for more cozy and comfortable seating, our busy schedule kept us on our feet. The front porch with its beautiful views was a highlight and provided a wonderful place to unwind and take in the surroundings.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lauren Z.

29 Aug 2023

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Lots of character and charm

This property was very unique and charming. There were a few things I wish I had known beforehand, like that the bedroom with twin beds was a set of bunk beds and that there was only one bathroom with a shower, but even so I don’t think these things would have deterred me from staying there. Can’t beat the location! The property owners were incredibly attentive and responsive, even checking in to be sure we had everything we needed mid-trip. It was a great choice for a long weekend!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie R., West Des Moines

13 Oct 2023

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Weekend getaway for Galena County Fair

Beautiful historic home filled with charm. Views from the front porch were breath taking!! Very peaceful area, perfect for relaxation. Wonderful communication. Any questions or concerns were promptly addressed. The Campbells were pleasant. We were greeted by email before, during and after our stay. Would recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful retreat and has a love for history.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy H.

15 Sept 2024

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wonderful time at the ASA house

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your place. The beds were very comfy, and we used every room whether it was talking into the wee hours of the night in the sitting room or playing cards in the dining room. Two things that may be improved: musty odor was noticed at the door we entered and kitchen. This odor seemed to dissipate the next day which was good since I am allergic to mold. Also, a step stool may be helpful to future guests for the one high bed (one guest was alittle short). Other than that we enjoyed our stay and thank you for the wine!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

18 Jul 2024

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Girls trip

The pictures in the description do not do justice to the charm of the house. My mom, sisters, and myself fell in love with house and the trip back in time. We stayed in Galena on one of the hottest and humid weekends of the year but the rooms were adequately supplied with air conditioners. Although it was hot and humid we enjoyed our time on the patio both nights as it was a nice private space. The stairs getting going down to Prospect street are a little sketchy but we made sure to watch our step and take our time. There are approximately 159 steps from the house to Main Street. So if you plan to walk to the shops, be prepared. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and appreciated the charm of the house.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Judith S.

30 Jun 2024

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Needs some love

We enjoyed the stay overall. However, it needs some love. The front bedroom bed is too high. I’m 5’6” and I had to do some effort to get on bed. The bunkbeds are too noisy to sleep. We had to put mattresses on floor to get some sleep. The front bathroom toilet ring is loose. The carpet on the stairs to upstairs bedrooms is in bad shape. Most of the carpet was frayed. One of the steel rods holding the carpet was sticking up in air. The railing in upstairs hallway was very loose. Entry in back is perilous. Not welcoming at all. We did enjoy the history of the house.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Becky M.

3 Oct 2023

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Great Overall!

From the first time we booked many months ago, and throughout our stay, the host was very responsive to our inquiries. Overall, we were very happy with our experience. The view from the front of the house is INCREDIBLE! You can sit outside and watch the sunrise, listen to the birds, have coffee, etc. There is also a quaint little outside patio on the side of the house to move to if you get hot in the front of the house. There is a cute non-intrusive outdoor cat. Plenty of space! MANY rooms to choose from to gather. 3 nice sized bedrooms (one bed is high). Having three full bathrooms was great! We have a few things we'd suggest to improve the guest experience. Not all of the windows have coverings. People can't necessarily see inside, but if it is dark out, it would be nice to be able to close shades should you choose. There could be a few sensored plug-in night lights or lighted switches to light your path if you enter after dark to help you navigate unfamiliar surroundings. We could not get the TV to work, but I have no doubt that the host would have been very responsive if we had reached out. We appreciated the period-style home and furniture, but we would've liked one slightly more modern room in which to gather. Lastly, there is a learning curve and care needed to working the door locks and knobs. You need to push hard on some doors to get locks to engage. The home was great! We would stay again! We appreciated the parking. Host was awesome and so was the view!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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