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1869 Historic Italian Villa on the Bluff

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Exterior
Aerial view
Living area
Living area
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Diamond Jo Casino
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Dubuque, IA
  • Place, Five Flags Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Diamond Jo Casino
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

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
Dining area

About this property

1869 Historic Italian Villa on the Bluff

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Any beds used just leave unmade so we know which ones to launder.
Any used towels you can leave on bathroom floor.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3822741vb
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 near a water park and on a river. Dubuque Art Center and Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Kennedy Mall and Asbury Plaza. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Five Flags Center or ImOn Ice Arena. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Dubuque, IA

What's nearby

  • Five Flags Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grand River Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pepper Sprout - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Walnut Tap - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Arby's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dimensional Brewing Company - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 1869 Historic Italian Villa on the Bluff?

On-site parking is available at the 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 a river, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fourth Street Elevator and Mississippi River. Dubuque Welcome Center and Mercy Medical Center are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an interesting, historical house! Loved the soaring ceilings, spacious rooms, very impressive spiral staircase, and views. We liked eating al fresco out on the deck. Short walk down 3rd St to downtown Dubuque, then take the Fenelon Elevator back up the steep hill. There are frequent trains on the track near the Mississippi, but they didn't really bother us at night. We liked hearing the bells from the Cathedral of St Raphael just a couple blocks away.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Family stay

Beautiful home and great location! So happy my family stayed here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Highly recommend

My family and I loved our stay in this very charming and spacious home with a beautiful view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Great space for family weekend.

This home is beautiful. High ceilings, great light, and awesome spaces for family to gather or retreat and recharge. The host was responsive and friendly. Location was close to everywhere we wanted to explore in Dubuque, and had a fantastic view. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee T.

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

Beautiful views and authentic decor

We rented the house for my grandma's funeral. The house was very spacious so our family could spread out. There were plenty of beds everyone to sleep comfortably. The fireplaces helped to keep the rooms nice and warm. The views from the deck and upstairs were just beautiful. There was everything we needed. The kids thought the claw foot tub was neat. The host was very easy to communicate with. We forgot something behind and he helped every way possible so i could get the item back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin V.

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

Family friendly house

Such a cool old house! This was a two family vacation; 4 adults and 4 kids ages 5 years- 6 months. The three bedrooms provided good sleeping arrangements for everyone, and the two bathrooms were very handy. Check in and check out were easy and host communicated well. We were lucky enough to meet the hosts parents who live in the downstairs apartment, and they have us some great tips on local food and attractions. (Their little dog Nellie was super sweet and everyone loved giving her some pets). The only complaints from the group were that the toilet paper provided was see-through single ply and some of the bottles of hand soap were watered down.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Matt Wickham

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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.
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