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Discover Elizabeth charm, just a quick 27-min drive away from Mississippi River

Lakefront apartment with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 60.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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  • Place, Apple River Fort
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
  • Place, Chestnut Mountain Resort
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Discover Elizabeth charm, just a quick 27-min drive away from Mississippi River

In downtown Elizabeth lies a lovely three-bedroom home that provides a warm and welcoming getaway for your upcoming trip. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, and all the essential appliances you need to whip up delicious meals. Gather around the dining table with your loved ones and enjoy quality time together.

When it's time to unwind, curl up by the fireplace and lose yourself in a good book or catch your favorite shows on the smart TV with satellite/cable channels. Refresh yourself in the two bathrooms, where you'll find towels, basic soaps, and a hair dryer for your convenience.

Venture out and explore the nearby attractions, such as the stunning Mississippi River, just a 27-minute drive away, the renowned Eagle Ridge Resort Golf course, just 15 minutes away, and the magnificent Belvedere Mansion, just a 23-minute drive from your doorstep.

Back at the property, enjoy the outdoor fire pit and relax on the comfortable outdoor furniture, or challenge your friends to a game night with the selection of games and books provided. With amenities like free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a desk for any work needs, this apartment is the perfect home away from home for your next getaway.

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Only children over 8.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Elizabeth

Located in Elizabeth, this apartment is in the city centre and on a river. Grant Home and West Street Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Aqua Park and Savanna Train Car Museum. Roelli Cheese Haus and SplashLand Family Water Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Elizabeth, IL

What's nearby

  • Apple River Fort - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 16 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 23 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Apple Canyon Lake - 28 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 29 min drive - 35.8 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bootlegger Saloon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jug's Tap - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Jack’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Three Sisters Sweet Shoppe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bushel & Peck's - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Discover Elizabeth charm, just a quick 27-min drive away from Mississippi River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Discover Elizabeth charm, just a quick 27-min drive away from Mississippi River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Discover Elizabeth charm, just a quick 27-min drive away from Mississippi River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Discover Elizabeth charm, just a quick 27-min drive away from Mississippi River located?

Located in the heart of Elizabeth, this golf apartment building is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Apple River Fort and within 9 miles (15 km) of Rocky Waters Vineyard and Winery and Massbach Ridge Winery. Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Fergedaboudit Vineyard & Winery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy is a great host! Clean and nicely decorated!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay. Sandy made us delicious breakfast on two of our days. We wanted to explore the town for breakfast on our other day. She was very informative about things to go see and places to visit around Elizabeth and Galena. She was a delight to talk to. I would highly recommend this property to anyone visiting the area. It was only 20 minutes to Galena.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home and yard are gorgeous and meticulously maintained. The location is private, yet still convenient to everything in the Galena area . . . and the local scenery is really pretty. The breakfasts were delicious and the host is an absolute delight!! This home offers the complete package! We will definitely be back and we'll bring more friends and family with us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay and great atmosphere. Close to Galena and plenty to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Awesome place to stay!

Our hostess thought of all our needs. The delicious breakfast that she made each morning was like clockwork at our requested time. The home was cozy, comfortable, and fulfilled our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Short get away

Host was amazing and breakfast was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edie B., Where do you live?

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

Very nice place.

Had a great weekend stay. Breakfast both mornings was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha Y.

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

Comfy space, delicious breakfast!

Sandy treated us to two delicious breakfasts. The kitchen was also well-stocked with coffee/teas and everything we needed to cook a dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

The property is beautiful and very well maintained.

We enjoyed our stay at Derinda House. The breakfasts were delicious and the accommodations were perfect! Thank you Sandy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

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

Wonderful experience

Beautifully decorated with exquisite attention to detail! We loved everything about our stay. Delicious breakfast and super accommodating host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

Phenomenal Stay

Our group was blown away by our host’s hospitality. The Derinda House B&B is a great value for a small group or family to take in the charm Jo Daviess & the greater Galena area has to offer. We are regulars to this part of Illinois and this VRBO is unquestionably a step above. Let Sandy host your next gathering, you will not regret it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Estelle E.

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

The perfect spot!

My daughter and I had a great time at Sandy’s! She made excellent breakfasts and helped us find fun things to do. We hope to be back before too long.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

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

We want to live here so you cook breakfast for us everyday

Sandy was instrumental in My sister my daughter and my 1 month old granddaughter having a wonderful stay in Illinois her cooking was fabulous We looked forward to it every day. Her helpfulness as a hostess was perfect and her home was beautiful and accommodating beautiful and a accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jodi s.

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

Weekend away

Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathie C.

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

Perfect

Delicious breakfasts, beautiful balcony to sit and listen to the birds or enjoy looking at the stars, comfortable chairs lots of windows with pretty views - a perfect time. Very responsive and knowledgeable hostess. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Royletta S.

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

Just like home!

Wonderful time. We will rent this property again. Thanks Sandy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

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

Sister's weekend

Sandy provided great breakfasts every morning and gave us tips on things to do in the area each day. The only drawback would be the distance to Galena, but the home was very comfortable, and the back deck was peaceful. So, after a day of finding a parking space and crowded stores it was a nice place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace O.

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

College roommate’s reunion

Three former college roommates reconnected after many years and this house was perfect for a lot of catching up. Very quiet, beautiful deck and outdoor space, delicious breakfasts, comfortable furnishings, close to Galena. Sandy, our host, was very helpful with suggestions of what to do and where to eat. And the extra touches- fresh baked goods, ice tea, and coupons for a free glass of wine at Fried Green Tomatoes, was very much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent Location and Food

My husband and I stayed at this location and were very happy. Sandy made us excellent breakfasts each morning that we were there and was very flexible. The place is like a little apartment, which was perfect for us. Galena was about 15 minutes away. We were able to shop and then come back and relax here without any issues. We made ourselves a nice dinner the last night there as well. Overall a very comfortable place to stay. We will definitely come back! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick P.

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

Great House and Great Breakfast!

My 2 friends and I stayed for 4 nights for a few days of shopping and hiking in and around Galena. The house was charming filled with antiques Sandy had acquired. The beds provided were exceptionally comfortable. We loved sitting outside on the deck for meals or just to relax. Sandy would provide amazingly delicious breakfasts daily and even provided recipes for some cookies she made for us. She informed us of several places to visit that she would recommend to us. The only thing of note worth mentioning is there were quite a bit of ladybugs around the house. They did not bite, get into the food or irritate us in any way. However we felt it should be mentioned should it be an issue for others. It was otherwise a perfect stay and would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Girls Trip couldn't have gone better

Sandy's location is excellent. Out of the crowded Galena area, but close enough for an easy drive over for the day (about 20 - 25min traffic based). Breakfast was delicious and different every morning - Sandy will work with your dietary restrictions - talk with her about it. The space was large - entire upstairs with it's own kitchen if you prefer to cook your other meals yourself. Deck is lovely with a great view - could hardly believe how many stars in the sky. We enjoyed a fire in the firepit area, talking and discussing the adventures of the day. 3 bedrooms all reasonablely sized. 1 en-suite bath with shower. Large full bath in hall for other two rooms to share. Great location to also do some hiking, see the falls at Apple Canyon, hit the local wineries (3 close by) and even get to Iowa to check out Crystal Lake Cave. All in all a fantastic long weekend and we plan to book again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delores R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy is a super hostess! Quick to respond to all our questions. Very friendly and helpful and, yet, very respectful of our time and privacy. Breakfasts were outstanding! A nice evening getaway from the hustle and bustle of Galena. Elizabeth has a charm of its own.
Hoofin near by🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. This is the second time we've stayed here and likely will stay here again the next time we want to come to Galena. Wonderful breakfasts, clean and comfy rooms. Very cozy. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent a wonderful week at the Derinda house. Sandy provided a very tasty breakfast every morning, her cookies were amazing. To really enjoy the area, one week is just what we needed. The house is right by route 20 which provided very easy access. Being able to do morning hikes right from the house was a real treat, something we cannot easily do at home. Sandy's husband is a very talented artist and the house reflects that. Derinda house is quite popular so be sure to book in advance!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paula N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property near the delightful town of Elizabeth! We primarily used this home for 3 couples to sleep in, as we had rented a larger home in the Galena Territory to serve as our family reunion home base. The host left us some delicious breakfast items, as we did not need her full breakfast to be served. Beds were reasonably comfortable, kitchen was lovely. Out door spaces were lovely as well, although we didn't use them. We'd definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sandy Smith

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What makes this property unique

Dinner available on Friday evening. Call for details: 815-541-0653

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