Dubuque's Front Porch~Historic Charmer~Walk Downtn

Dubuque, Iowa
$494 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Summary:
This historic charmer centrally located in Dubuque, Iowa is a short walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants. It is spacious enough for a large family or multiple couples, yet intimate enough for a single couple to enjoy. Sit on the open porch and enjoy the views of Dubuque, the Great Mississippi, and nearby Illinois. Galena is a short drive away, as is Effigy Mounds National Monument and Maquoketa Caves State Park. With the comforts of home while you visit, you'll wantto stay longer!

The Space:
The House:
- Best front porch in Dubuque with downtown, Mississippi River, and tri-state views of Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
- Plenty of room for family dinners and unwinding after a busy day
- Free laundry in basement - washer and dryer
- Near walking path to downtown shops and restaurants
- Not handicap accessible, must walk several stairs from street to get to the house, but it's worth it!

The location:
- 4 minute WALK to the Dubuque Farmer's Market and other great shops and restaurants.
- 4 minute drive to Fenelon Place Elevator
- 5 minute drive to the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, Mississippi River Walk, & Port of Dubuque
- 9 minute drive to Eagle Point Park
- 14 minute drive to Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
- 14 minute drive to Crystal Lake Cave
- 25 minute drive to shopping in Galena, IL
- 35 minute drive to Maquoketa Caves State Park
- 35 minute drive to Field of Dream Movie Site in Dyersville, IA
- 1 hour 20 minute drive to Effigy Mounds National Monument


Living Room (1st floor)
- Cozy living room with game table for board games & puzzles
- Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Hi-Speed Wi-Fi (login to your own streaming accounts)
- Fireplace is NOT usable, for looks only! Remote controlled candles are provided in the fireplace for ambiance.

Kitchen & Dining (1st floor)
- Fully equipped kitchen to accommodate meals at home
- Drip coffee maker, Keurig, & hot water kettle
- Pressure cooker, gas range, blender, toaster, microwave
- Half bath is available near the kitchen

Sleeping Accommodations (all 4 bedrooms and the 2 full bathrooms are on the 2nd floor):

**Bedroom #1**
- 1 Queen Bed: Sealy Posturepedic Mattress with remote to adjust head/foot height & comfort levels, and massaging levels
- Smart TV
- Space heater and floor fan available for use
- Full bathroom attached en suite, tub/shower

**Bedroom #2**
- 1 Queen Bed
- 2 Twin Bunk Bed
- Bookshelf with children's games and books
- TV with Amazon Fire TV Stick
- Walk-in closet
- Space heater and floor fan available for use
- Full bathroom available on same floor

**Bedroom #3**
- 1 Queen Bed
- Space heater and floor fan available for use
- Full bathroom available on same floor

**Bedroom #4**
- 1 Queen Bed
- Walk-in closet
- Space heater and floor fan available for use
- Full bathroom available on same floor

* A pack-n-play is available on site for use (linens included).

Outdoor Spaces
- BEST front porch in Dubuque with downtown, Mississippi River, and tri-state views of Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
- Fire Pit
- Gas Grill

Basement
- Washer and dryer and laundry detergent available.

Guest Access:
- ** This home is not handicap accessible. ** This home is on a beautiful bluff and you will climb at least 34 stairs to reach the home whether you walk up stairs from the front of the property or down stairs from the rear of the property. All bedrooms are on the second floor.
- This home has no driveway, free parking is available on the street for up to four cars max. Please divide your cars between the street in front and in back to avoid overcrowding one street which can prevent neighbors from being able to park near their own house. Thank you for helping keep our neighbors happy!
- Self check-in is 4pm, self check-out is 11am.
- Access code to lockbox will be provided on the morning of your arrival.

The Neighborhood:
Located along a walking path that takes you directly into Downtown Dubuque, this neighborhood boasts historic charm. The grand front porch gives some of the best views of the city, the Grand Mississippi, and neighboring Illinois. Enjoy the original Fenelon Place Elevator, the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Crystal Lake Cave, local wineries and breweries, and Diamond Jo Casino. A quick 25 minute drive will take you to Galena, Illinois where there is more than a day's worth of shopping, eating, and historic sites to explore. A 30 minute drive southwest will get you to the iconic Field of Dreams in Dyersville, IA. See the original movie set as well as the new stadium that is currently used for special MLB games annually. At the conclusion of your day, your cozy historic home will be waiting for you to relax and unwind so you can rest for the next day's adventures! We hope you enjoy your stay so much that you want to Stay Longer!

Getting Around:
This home is located on a steep hill and is only accessible by a 30 step staircase, from the street above and the street below, no matter how you approach the property. It is not handicap accessible. There is ample free street parking at the front and back of the property. The streets and stairs are well cared-for in the winter with proper snow removal and treatment for icy conditions.

Other Things to Note:
We want this to be one of the best stays you have ever had! Please reach out with any questions and let us know how we can make your stay more enjoyable!

Interaction with Guests:
Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns during your stay! We are available by phone if any issues arise.

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2562 Sq Ft (238 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee Grinder Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Free Offsite Parking Street Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Gas Grill Terrace
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Netflix Streaming Services Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Julie B.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2025

    Stayed Dec 25, 2025

    We loved the space!

  • Tom E.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2025

    Stayed Nov 1, 2025

    The house was so comfortable for our whole family. What a great home overlooking the city and Mississippi River. If we’re staying in Dubuque in the future with a couple families again, I’d stay here in a heartbeat.

  • Submitted Sep 10, 2025

    Stayed Sep 9, 2025

    A beautiful well kept home, would stay again and recommend the stay.

  • Joshua G.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2025

    Stayed Aug 17, 2025

    Super cute house! We had a lot of fun during out stay!

  • Thomas C.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    This was the perfect place for our friends reunion. Great setting! Great location! Great property!

  • Steven N.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    Charming home in a great location.

  • Mary D.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    Had a lovely time this weekend at this family focused property. Lots of space to spread out or all be together with beautiful views of the city.

  • Jennifer R.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    The house is BEAUTIFUL as is the view! Brian & Rachelle were so responsive & made the house so comfortable & perfect! It had everything we needed & more. I would love to stay there again!

  • Kamela R.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Apr 4, 2025

    We had a great weekend in Dubuque for a friends getaway! The house was clean and well stocked and had comfortable beds and a beautiful view! Lots of historic charm! Be prepared for stairs as documented in the listing but it’s worth it.

  • Kevin W.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2024

    Stayed Nov 7, 2024

    This was an excellent place to spend the weekend with family while we visited our daughter for the weekend.

  • Laurie N.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    The house is everything we wanted and expected. Plenty of space to be together or alone. House was well stocked and ready for our stay. Loved the front porch view. We loved the place and have already started planning for a repeat visit next year.

  • Elizabeth T.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Aug 16, 2024

    3 families getting together in DBQ to run a 1/2 Marathon and celebrate a milestone birthday.

  • Karen J.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    Girl’s trip before 45th high school reunion. The house was great and the perfect size for 8 people. Well kept and nice furniture throughout. We did need better lighting in the dining room for games, etc. Overall, very enjoyable trip with lots of laughs.

  • Michael P.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2024

    Stayed Jul 19, 2024

    We had a small family reunion in this house, and everyone loved it. The location is excellent, and there was plenty of room for all eight of us.

  • Lori P.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2024

    Stayed Jun 9, 2024

    We loved our stay in Dubuque. The house was gorgeous and it was just perfect for us, actually it would be perfect for anyone. I am the one that plans our trips and finds lodging for the group! The girls gave me a “10” on the property! Thank you again

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