1869 Historic Italian Villa on the Bluff

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10205.8 sq m

Explore the area

Dubuque, IA

Five Flags Center11 min walk
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium15 min walk
Diamond Jo Casino19 min walk
Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)11 min drive

Clean, historic, great view, great for friends! Would recommend!

Matt P.

Apr 22, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - 2nd Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 - Kitchen

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

About this space
This special place is close to everything, with spectacular location on bluff with view of downtown Dubuque and the scenic river. This house which was built in 1869 is one of the oldest homes in Dubuque with close proximity to the historic 4th St. Elevator and walking distance to shopping and main street Dubuque. The Italian villa has a 3rd floor cupola with a fantastic must see view. This is a new listing for the Dubuque area. Looking forward to having you as our guest!

The space
Main floor has a modern kitchen, with a living room with historic mansion like windows and view. The dining room on the main floor has a large 10ft family table with 2 leaf extensions if needed for big family gathering. The 3 bedrooms are all on the 2nd floor with the full bath. The 3rd floor has a cupola as was a common trait of the historic Italian villas.

Guest access
You will have access to the home via convenient keypad entry. The basement and 5 stall garage will not be accessible as is a separate unit.

Property manager

Matt Wickham

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Water view

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Dubuque

Located in Dubuque, this villa is on a river. Port of Dubuque Marina and Bunker Hill Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Mines of Spain State Recreation Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Five Flags Center or Mystique Community Ice Center. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.

Dubuque, IA

What's nearby

Five Flags Center - 11 min walk
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 15 min walk
Diamond Jo Casino - 19 min walk
Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark - 3 min drive
Q Casino - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

McDonald's - 16 min walk
Sunshine - 14 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Arby's - 19 min walk
Barrel House - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1869 Historic Italian Villa on the Bluff pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1869 Historic Italian Villa on the Bluff?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1869 Historic Italian Villa on the Bluff?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1869 Historic Italian Villa on the Bluff located?

Situated on the riverfront, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fourth Street Elevator and Mississippi River. Hillcrest Mental Health Center and Dubuque Welcome Center are also within 15 minutes.

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

22 Apr 2024

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

Great House!

Clean, historic, great view, great for friends! Would recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Matt Wickham

Born and raised in Iowa. I enjoy traveling, sports and history.

Why they chose this property

This is a historic Dubuque neighborhood with a fantastic view of the city and Mississippi River. Walking distance to historic Main Street, Diamond Jo Casino, Five Flags Center, and the 4th Street Elevator.

What makes this property unique

Unique stay in an 1869 built home with modern amenities with some of the original architechture. It has a fantastic view of the Mississippi River and Downtown Dubuque.