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Cute, central, mid-century home, large fenced backyard and patio area!

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Street view.
Huge newly fenced backyard and patio.
Steet view.
Completely remodeled kitchen. All new appliances and dishes.
Bedside lamps with USB ports. Turn on and off when touched. 3 dimmer settings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 798 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dubuque, IA
  • University of Dubuque
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Diamond Jo Casino
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Cute, central, mid-century home, large fenced backyard and patio area!

This is a new Dubuque listing in 2022 but I am a Premier Host with 7+ years of an excellent hosting track record on VRBO/HomeAway. Gain confidence in my attention to detail and customer service by viewing my reviews of my other property #4965021 in Phelps, WI.

This cute, brick, one story 1940's home was fully remodeled in 2022 with a fun modern vibe. The entire home is one level which is perfect for families with younger children or individuals who enjoy a nice place without steps to navigate. Why pay for 2 or 3 cramped, cookie-cutter hotel rooms with uncomfortable sleeping arrangements when you can spread your family out in 3 bedrooms and get a good night's sleep for less money? Our cozy home is located in a nice, safe, centrally located area of Dubuque very close to Flora Park, Bunker Hill Golf Course and the relaxing Body & Soul Day Spa. We are 1/2 a mile from Clarke University, less than a mile to University of Dubuque and 1.5 miles from Loras College. Emmaus Bible College is 1 block away. Bunker Hill Golf Course (public course) is 4 blocks away and you can walk just a few blocks to one of Dubuque's biggest and best parks. Flora Park has several fun kids play areas, a wonderful community swimming pool and several tennis courts. Hillcrest Park is also just a few blocks down the street in the other direction. Our home also has a large, newly fenced (June 2023) flat back yard that is great for kicking a soccer ball around or playing frisbee. Dogs love it! New patio area added June 2023. Home has convenient off street driveway parking for 2 vehicles. No steps to navigate to the entrance.

Property manager

Cheryl D Syke
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Our house is great for families! No steps!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Well-trained dogs may be allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you visit with a pet, please keep pets off furniture. And, please make sure all pet poo is picked up and placed in the outside garbage can.
If you use the electric fireplace, please make sure it turned off when you are not home.

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

About the area

Dubuque

Dubuque is home to this holiday home. Kennedy Mall and Asbury Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Heritage Trail. Travelling with kids? Consider National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium and Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dubuque, IA

What's nearby

  • University of Dubuque - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Loras College - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Q Casino - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cute, central, mid-century home, large fenced backyard and patio area! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Cute, central, mid-century home, large fenced backyard and patio area!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cute, central, mid-century home, large fenced backyard and patio area!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cute, central, mid-century home, large fenced backyard and patio area! located?

This family-friendly Dubuque holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bell Tower Theater and Bunker Hill Golf Course. Clarke University and University of Dubuque are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Wedding trip

Perfect place to stay. 1 mile from the church. 18 minutes to the venue. We sat outside on the patio and enjoyed the weather when not at wedding stuff. Loved it would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David h.

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

Nice simple place to stay in Dubuque

Great location and helpful hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

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

A champion stayed here

We were there for the
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbie T.

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

Will Stay Again

This is the second time we’ve stayed at this property, and we’ll come again! Adorable house in a perfect location. The property owner is extremely communicative and very helpful. You won’t be disappointed staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna C.

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

Wonderful weekend stay

We really enjoyed our stay in the modern, cottage-style property. No stairs and the fenced backyard were great perks for our young family as well as our senior-aged dog. The host was very attentive throughout the weekend. Check-in and check-out procedures were easy and well explained. I loved the detail put into the simple, yet modern decor. Blackout shades were also appreciated! My boys had a blast on the bunk bed. Our family highly recommends the property! weekend. Check-in and out
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

Clean, well located house

Perfect house for myself, husband & my daughter’s family with little ones. Good location & very cute & clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Julie G.

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

Girl’s Trip

Super cute decor! Excellent walk-in shower and easy for older adults to get in and out of property. All one level. Plenty of games and bedding. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S., Southeast

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

Nice house

Enjoyed the break from hotels during family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Comfy getaway

Great spot for us. Close to restaurants and shopping. Fenced in yard a big plus for us. Very clean and just as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

Great stay!

Our stay was excellent! The house is really nice and comfy. Cheryl was great - she answered my questions right away and was very accommodating and helpful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

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

Dubuque stay

Clean home in the middle of everything. Easy to get to all areas of town
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

The house was totally updated and had everything you would need.

I would defiantly stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Perfect home close to everything in Dubuque

This home is lovely. Such a great layout. The updates are so great and the fenced in backyard is a game changer for our dog. The outdoor patio is perfect for hanging anytime of the day. The location is perfect and will definitely stay again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H., Plainfield, Illinois

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

A lovely home

We enjoyed our stay while visiting our daughter at Loras College over Labor Day weekend. Great location, great amenities, and a big backyard to enjoy. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave Z.

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

Nice get away!

Cute, cozy, updated property. Great communication with host! Loved that our dog was welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Maybe the best property manager ever...

Great little house with everything you need for a stay in Dubuque. The quick response via text of any question was probably the best I've ever experienced at a short term rental. I HIGHLY recommend this property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

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

Perfect for visiting Loras Families

This property was wonderful. Plenty of beds and bedrooms. A wonderfully little living room area and dinning table for 6. It was wi ferrules to have a kitchen to give my daughter and a few of her friends a home cooked meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

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

Great little getaway

Stayed at this house with 2 friends while competing in dragon boat races on the Mississippi. It’s pet friendly and has a nice fenced yard with a great sitting area. You can tell this has been newly updated and while compact, the three bedrooms gave us privacy. The living area was comfortable and I was impressed with the amount of games that were provided. Best of all was the host’s responsiveness to questions. Very good communication and a delight to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri B., Rolfe

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

Dubuque wedding get away

Cheryl was an excellent host!!! Property was perfect for our family and pets. It was comfortable, quaint, clean, and had everything you would need for a weekend stay!! Highly reccommend!!! Will stay again of and when we go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Amazing place

The place was clean, easy to access, 10 mins or less from everything. It looks small but feels spacious and welcoming. Amazing amount kitchen supplies for cooking. Everything is thoughtful and well done. Owner is great and easy to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

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

Home Away

The home was very clean and provided everything we needed. We thought it was a very cute, well decorated and comfortable home. We came in town for a wedding and were 7 minutes away from everything we needed to access. (We didn’t know that at the time). The host is very friendly and more than accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

A Golden 50th Anniversary Trip

Where to start… Our stay was fantastic, the home is clean and cozy, the backyard is enormous and well kept, and talk about a great host! Cheryl’s check-in documentation was thorough, and she was so helpful reaching out to make sure we were settled. Nestled in a tidy brick neighborhood, the home is easily accessible and located right in the middle of everything. We spent time at the fairgrounds with our classic cars, and were able to easily scoot around downtown Dubuque, dining at Timmerman’s to celebrate a 50th wedding anniversary. 10 out of 10, would recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B., Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta

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

Wonderful

The house has been updated and is very comfortable. Spacious bedrooms. Comfortable beds. Anything you could need in the kitchen. Good location. Quiet neighborhood. Park with outdoor pool minutes away. Host is easy to communicate with and very helpful. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty R., Romeoville, Illinois

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

Adorable

City bungalo meets mid century with modern farmhouse. Clean, quiet, newly remodeled fresh. Easy acess to dubuque areas of interest and galena. Home is minimalist (no clutter). Just a nice spot after a day of outings. A fire pit would be good addition, along with a table outside, umbrella. Just a suggestion, but we loved the big yard and adorable house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Lovely, Comfortable, Clean, Well-Equipped and Quiet

I stayed here on a business trip to one of the Dubuque universities. It was in a perfect location - close to the universities in a nice nearby neighborhood. The updated brick ranch home was very tastefully and comfortably furnished with everything I needed - well-equipped kitchen, fast wi-fi, very comfortable bed and furniture. Extra touches like nightlights, an electric fireplace, cozy sheets and bedding made it a perfect place to stay. It was very clean and everything was in great working order. The host was very responsive, helpful, and thoughtful. The self check-in and check-out was easy and quick. My only regret is that my family didn’t join me as there was plenty of room inside and a huge fenced backyard with chairs to enjoy the outdoors. Definitely one of the nicest small homes I have stayed at in Dubuque. Added bonus is that it is accessible with no steps. I hope it will be available for my next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Cheryl D Syke

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I've been a VRBO premier host since 2018 with a great track record of excellent guest service. Our other property is in Phelps, WI up on the Michigan/Wisconsin border. I was born in Dubuque and have 50+ years of advice on great things to do in Dubuque. I am happy to help answer any question you may have.

Why they chose this property

This property was my grandparents in the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s. After they passed away my parents rented the home as an annual rental for 20 years. They decided to retire from the landlord business in 2022 and I decided to purchase the home from them then. My husband, kids and I always rent homes on VRBO when we travel because we love the ability to spread out into multiple bedrooms for a better night's sleep. We also love how renting a whole VRBO home is better and more convenient than renting multiple hotel rooms. We are so glad that vacation home rentals are plentiful these days. They make traveling so much more enjoyable.

We completely gutted this house in 2022 and have all new flooring, a completely new kitchen and bath, fresh paint and 100% new furniture and bedding. Come check it out!

What makes this property unique

Centrally located, safe, walkable neighborhood near everything you might want to see in Dubuque. Off street parking. No steps for the little kids or those with lessened mobility to navigate. Huge back yard to run around in.

Languages:

English

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