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Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original

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Exterior
Pergola with fireplace, grill, patio furniture, lighted at night.
Master Suite Bedroom
House Suite Bathroom
House Suite bedroom #1

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
AU$466
avg per night

Explore the area

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Dubuque, IA
  • Place, Mercy Medical Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Five Flags Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Diamond Jo Casino
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Deluxe Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

House Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$466
avg per night

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About the area

Dubuque

Located in Dubuque, this bed & breakfast is in the city centre and on a river. Port of Dubuque Marina and Cherry Lanes Bowling Alley are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Kennedy Mall and Asbury Plaza. Travelling with kids? Consider Dubuque Art Center, or check out an event or a game at Five Flags Center. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Mercy Medical Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Dubuque - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Five Flags Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loras College Pub - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Roux & Lucia Market & Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Walnut Tap - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pepper Sprout - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Odd Fellows - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original

Located in a quiet upscale historical registered neighborhood just blocks from the restored Main Street district. Close enough to walk, drive, or ride the 4th Street Elevator down the bluff. Just minutes from the casinos, golfing, museums & restaurants.

This listing is for all of the Bed and Breakfast rooms and common spaces, which includes 3 suites with a total of 4 queen beds plus a very nice Flexsteel sleeper in 5 individual bedrooms, for a total capacity of 10 adults (children are very welcome), 3 full bathrooms, and the guest kitchen that seats 9, in addition to a common area for gathering, games, just hitting the couch and watching a movie, along with a more formal dining area, plus cafe seating on the porch and outside dining under the pergola. Each bathroom includes a 2 person jacuzzi tub, a 2 person air-massage tub, or a jetted shower massage panel. The guest kitchen has recently been updated with a new stove/oven in addition to the recently new fridge & dishwasher, and is exclusively for your use during your stay. Note that while we are traditionally a "Bed & Breakfast" for individual room stays, breakfast is not prepared for VRBO rentals.

This is an ideal place for family gatherings, ladies weekend getaways, etc. however please be aware that this is not the right location for parties. The owners do reside in a separate part of the building, and we must all be respectful of our neighbors.

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NOT a place for parties. The owners do reside in a separate part of the building, & we must all be respectful to the neighbors.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original pet-friendly?

Yes, Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original?

As of 17 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original on 23 Mar 2026 start from AU$466, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original located?

This family-friendly Dubuque bed & breakfast is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Hillcrest Mental Health Center, Mercy Medical Center and UnityPoint Health - Finley Hospital. Loras College and Fourth Street Elevator are also within 15 minutes.

Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place. We've stayed here several times.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Corey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house has nice character and the hosts are friendly and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, very good older house but well maintained for the most part. Location is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with tons of space for family dinners and game nights
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Had lots of compliments from other short-term rental owners who visited. Great for family and kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at this VRBO! Property accurately listed, communication from property managers was excellent, and they were gracious in accommodating an early check in for us. Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very impressive property with lots of character and spaces for people to have small conversations and large alike!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

Great location, enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a big family. lots of room to hang out. toys for kids and room for adults to sit and visit plenty of bathrooms. nice clean place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was extremely well appointed. Suites were very private and luxurious. Overall exactly as described and just what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was amazing! We really enjoyed the historic architecture and modern amenities. And it was close to all the activities for our family reunion. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool historic house

We had a great time, the owners were very nice and accommodating. It was a cool house, love the old historic feeling it had. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoyed our stay at the property. Very spacious, clean, well-maintained and nice sized bedrooms. Nice assortment of glassware in the kitchen. The host was responsive and easy to deal with during booking and receiving codes etc.Would highly recommend this property - perfect for a family gathering. Great location for access to downtown and quiet nice neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was seamless and questions were promptly responded to when they arose. Home was historic and nostalgic with modern touches throughout. We will keep it in mind for future family travels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas gathering was perfect

We had a lovely visit and were quite satisfied with the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for a quick get away. There 3 couples and there was plenty of room for all of us. Very clean and well stocked. It is my second time staying at this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Lovely historic home
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location and property

We came down with 8 adults and this place was perfect for our needs. The location is great to get to the marina and casinos quickly. The place was extremely clean, comfy beds, and we loved the porches for visiting. Easy check in and out. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Miller Family

Lovely house-quaint and historic. Kitchen was small for us but we did ok. Bathrooms were a bit awkward, but again we managed well. Check in was smooth and communication was not an issue. House was clean . Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Valerie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

Great space for family. Charming old house and restoration is coming along nicely. Hosts are friendly. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

Enjoyed the location, porch and number of bedrooms/number of bathrooms. Lovely spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful experience

The property was quaint and well equipped. Lovely neighborhood. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SARAH P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A spacious and elegant home

This home was a great choice for our group of six, ages 23 to 85. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen and bathrooms were fitted out with everything we needed. A truly special stay in a lovingly restored historic home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dubuque weekend

Huge historical house was perfect for 10 of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cousins/girls weekend

Our group of 4 really enjoyed this charming, historic home. Perfect for private and group times. Loved the porch and pergola sitting areas. Enjoyed walking the beautiful neighborhood early in the mornings. Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023