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Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, books
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
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  • Outdoor Space
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  • Washer
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  • Dryer
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  • Kitchen
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  • Barbecue grill
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Explore the area

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Galena, IL
  • Popular LocationOld Market House6 min walk
  • Popular LocationDowling House7 min walk
  • Popular LocationBelvedere Mansion14 min walk
  • AirportDubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)28 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States

Stay in the home of one of America's most beloved Presidents, Ulysses S Grant. His pre-civil war home has been fully restored to its 1800's splendor with a convincing blend of historic era pieces and discretely disguised modern conveniences. It's a perfect mix of history and luxury. Just 3 blocks from the historic downtown.

"Beyond the beauty and history of the house itself, the hosts are the kindest and most thoughtful we've encountered. They went out of their way to make the experience memorable and we're deeply appreciative. We recommend The Grant House highly." Stephen

Property manager

SANDRA HURT

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Minimum age 8 years

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

725

About the neighborhood

Galena

Located in Galena, this vacation home is in the city center. Dowling House and Old Market House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eagle Ridge Resort and Galena Golf Club. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Old Market House - 6 min walk
  • Dowling House - 7 min walk
  • Belvedere Mansion - 14 min walk
  • Grant Home - 16 min walk
  • Grant Park - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kaladi's 925 Coffee Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fried Green Tomatoes - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay at the Pre-Civil war home of the Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States located?

Located in the heart of Galena, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum, Old Market House, and Dowling House. Old Blacksmith Shop and West Street Sculpture Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edward S., Bolingbrook

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick golf getaway
Fun property because of the unique design and historical significance of the house. Perfect for the four of us (two couples) in Galena to do some golfing, eating, drinking, and socializing. Even spent a few minutes exploring the historic cemetery behind the house. House was clean and had everything that was needed. Communication from the host was clear and concise and even the neighbors would ask how things were going when we encountered them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mo M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big birthday weekend
Six of us spent the weekend celebrating my husband’s 60th birthday at Grant’s pre civil war home. First thing we noticed was the cleanliness of the home. All the history books and the layout of the home was fun to explore. The cake left for us to help celebrate the birthday weekend was beautiful and definitely very appreciated. I know my husband and friends totally enjoyed their time together, having the historic background was the icing on the cake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy and Randy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend with Friends
We loved the place and were very comfortable there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short but sweet
Fun, too short
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Living history
It was great to live for a couple days in a home where a former president lived. The period furnishings completed the experience, yet the modern appliances in the kitchen are a great convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home is inviting and cozy and immaculate.
Very comfortable with excellent linens and nice touches. The soaking tub is great. Wonderful to be in such a historic and well-kept place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay with history
A group of 7 of us came in for the wine fest and this place worked great for us. The location was very convenient for walking into town and the house was clean/comfortable with all needed amenities. The historic piece was a great added bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
The place was awesome! Great location, super clean and great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay in Galena
The house was immaculate and felt like you were living in a piece of history. The small details and all the hidden luxuries made it a truly unique and comfortable stay. It's in a great location, close to downtown Galena. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine R., Silver Lake, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Grant House stay Galena
This property was so full of history and very well appointed. My sister, mother and I stayed for three nights and thoroughly enjoyed every moment, apart from the huge black walnut tree by the outdoor patio dropping its large nuts on us, but we made a game out of that betting who would be the next target lol. So many places to tour and restaurants within such close proximity to the house as well as the trolley tour bus stopping on the street at the house every hour to mention it's rich history. We enjoyed waving at the patrons on the bus if we were on the patio having our wine and snacks. The house is very comfortable and Grant's library is full of books to peruse. We would highly recommend a stay at this house in beautiful historic Galena.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark A. N., Cicero IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
A beautiful home with great history! The home was close to downtown allowing my family to either walk or drive. The home was very clean with lots of household items provided: dishes, pots and pans, utensils, bakeware, cups and mugs, spices, teas, dish towels, coffee pot, toaster, dish soap, bath towels, toilet paper about 6 rolls, paper towels one roll, washer and dryer along with laundry detergent, about 3 toiletry sets, a outside grill, patio set of 4, two bathrobes per bedroom, family board games, three TVs- one in each bedroom and the living however one bedroom did not have a TV, a nice car port. One bedroom was a connecting bedroom upstairs with another bedroom. The 3rd bedroom was a separate wing of the house and had its own bathroom and small kitchen with its own entrance and exit. My family and I really enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back to this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022