Nolden Retreats

08/06/2025

Evening stroll from the cabin. So peaceful.

05/12/2025

So much to see and do this summer! Stay with us and experience up north feels while having access to all the amenities including:

🌞pool
🌞beach
🌞lake (pontoon rentals available)
🌞outdoor sports courts (bball, pickleball, etc)
🌞golf course
🌞waterfall
🌞lakefront restaurant
🌞trails

Also close to multiple neighboring towns with fun things to do including Galena, Elizabeth, Stockton and Scales Mound in addition to many nearby attractions such as Council Hill Station, Galena Cellars Vineyard, Shanendoah Riding Center, Hoof It Goat Trek, Scout Camp Mini Golf and Chestnut Mountain.

Checkout our website for further details, pricing & availability.

https://noldenretreats.com

05/04/2025

We are absolutely loving the changing weather! Anyone up for a last minute cabin getaway? There couldn't be a more perfect time for brisk walks around the lake while spending evenings by the fire.

Now through May 22 we are offering a 25% discount for direct bookings via https://noldenretreats.com/

Use discount code: WarmWeather

Welcome to HELLS BRANCH HIDEAWAY Our Home Away from Home Hells Branch Hideaway is an A-frame cabin located at Apple Canyon Lake (ACL) in Apple River, IL. The drive and the location are absolutely beautiful. It has the feel of being in the north woods with the convenience of being close to home.  T...

08/19/2024

Thanks for staying with us Grosenbach family! We’ll see you next year!

08/04/2024

When we said weekends book up fast, we weren’t kidding! Yesterday’s last minute availability due to reschedule is gone but we still have some August and September dates left!

Come stay with us and get out of this heat! Get some time away with friends or squeeze in that last minute getaway before the kiddos head back to school!

Amenities include:

👉Beach
👉Lake (pontoon rentals available)
👉Pool
👉Outdoor Sports Courts
👉Children’s Garden
👉Lookout Tower
👉Golf Course & Pro Shop
👉Lakefront Restaurant
👉Marina
👉Trails
👉Waterfall

Direct: https://noldenretreats.com
Airbnb: airbnb.com/h/noldenretreats
VRBO: https://www.vrbo.com/4055909

A day at the beach is good for the soul!

08/03/2024

We had a last minute reschedule making the weekend of August 9 now available! The summer weekends are booked solid so this is a grab it while you can opportunity. Get some family time in before school starts AND at a last minute discounted rate!

07/28/2024

The cabin is nestled in the trees and surrounded by beauty. Fall is such a wonderful time for a stay to enjoy the beautiful colors at the lake, surrounding areas and neighboring towns. 20 minutes to Galena in addition to many other neighboring towns and activities.

https://noldenretreats.com