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Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original

Family-friendly bed & breakfast with water park and Hot tub

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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
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
NZ$582
avg per night

Explore the area

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Dubuque, IA
  • Place, Five Flags Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Diamond Jo Casino
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪16 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 NZ$582
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 Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark, 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 mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Loras College - 14 min walk - 1.2 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 - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark - 3 min drive - 2.2 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
  • ‪Odd Fellows - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Barrel House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Walnut Tap - ‬12 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.

Amenities

Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

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 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.

Reviews

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

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O., Washington, IL USA

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

10/10 Excellent

Renae M.

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

Family Vacation

We are a family of 6adults, 3 kids & 2 dogs. We stayed for a weekend to enjoy time together. We made use of the outdoor seating areas, yard games & games inside too! There was ample room & it was So nice for each family to have their own bathroom. The house was clean & had everything we needed for a great time! I ended up with a pulled muscle in my back & the soaker tub was the only therapy that felt good! We appreciate being able to stay & would recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb R.

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

Very enjoyable stay.

We had a very nice stay at this quaint house in a very nice area of Dubuque. The house and property showed obvious care and beauty. The house was clean. Could have used a once over in the corners and along the ceiling edges. We enjoyed all the games and puzzles for our 2.5 yr old! We didn't spend a lot of time on property because of the memorial we were on town for, but we felt very comfortable there. All the beds were comfortable and we had plenty of towels and such. I'd like to go back and stay a bit longer next time! Highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family gathering

A perfect location to celebrate a family event. Love the historic neighborhood, and the very old house that had updated bathrooms and kitchen, the important rooms for updating! The rest of the house was roomy and comfortable, and Jeremy was the perfect host with rapid responses to any inquiry that I had made of him. Perhaps we will return one day?
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Demetris H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice home, could use a deep cleaning

This house was a great size for my friend group. We loved all the space. A few things that would be nice are a deep cleaning of the home. There was spider webs all over the place. The kitchen could be a bit larger/open. We like to have meals together so a larger dining room table would be grwat.bgreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

L D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Meet all of our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Norene c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House needed better A/C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so much fun. Four sisters (three with spouses) stayed two nights for a family wedding in the area. Love the neighborhood. Terrific old houses with great architecture. Walking was great if hilly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

No Humbu(r)going here.

It was delightful to have all of our family at the BnB. Loved the history of the Solon Langworthy House!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Cozy and quiet

Wine by the outdoor fire pit for two of our nights was an added bonus! We loved having the full house to ourselves. Thanks for helping make our extended stay a very peaceful experience. We had a lovely time!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert L.

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

Clean

The place was very clean and the owners were very nice and friendly easy to get ahold of and they were quick to answer our questions also very easy to check in thank you very much
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Briana M.

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

Nice place

Very large and historic. Pretty clean except for low-touch surfaces like window ledges and doors.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024