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Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original

Relax with family & friends while enjoying quality time together - gather around the dining table or enjoy movie nights.

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Experience historic charm at this Bed and Breakfast, nestled in a quiet upscale neighborhood. Relax in the guest kitchen with seating for 9 or unwind on the porch under the pergola. With three suites, four queen beds, and jetted tubs or massage panels in each bathroom, there's plenty of space to recharge.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room

About the area

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 hunting and hiking nearby.
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Dubuque, IA

What's nearby

  • Mercy Medical Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Dubuque - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Loras College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Five Flags Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 2 min drive - 1.8 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
  • ‪DBQ - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Walnut Tap - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original

Family-friendly bed & breakfast near Mississippi River
A water park, a firepit and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Tennis courts, books and a lift
  • Outdoor furniture, snow sports gear and barbecues
  • Smoke-free property, a video library and games
Room features
All guest rooms at Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original boast perks, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and children's books
  • 3 bathrooms with Jetted bath and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Video library
  • Water park

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Historic, Quiet, Elegant, mix of Modern & Original Dubuque

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.

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Reviews

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

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Michael K.

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

Christmas gathering was perfect

We had a lovely visit and were quite satisfied with the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

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

Lori p.

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

Great time

Lovely historic home
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Fantastic location and property

We came down with 8 adults and this place was perfect for our needs. The location is great to get to the marina and casinos quickly. The place was extremely clean, comfy beds, and we loved the porches for visiting. Easy check in and out. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Valerie M.

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

Family reunion

Great space for family. Charming old house and restoration is coming along nicely. Hosts are friendly. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

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

wonderful experience

The property was quaint and well equipped. Lovely neighborhood. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D., Denver

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

Family reunion

Enjoyed the location, porch and number of bedrooms/number of bathrooms. Lovely spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

SARAH P.

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

A spacious and elegant home

This home was a great choice for our group of six, ages 23 to 85. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen and bathrooms were fitted out with everything we needed. A truly special stay in a lovingly restored historic home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Dubuque weekend

Huge historical house was perfect for 10 of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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

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

Pauline C., Clinton IA

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

Wonderful experience

Beautiful historic property and neighborhood with private comfortable suites and large common area. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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

Kevin K.

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

Great for our family

Property was clean and well maintained. Our grandkids kids enjoyed all the games and big yard to explore and swing. Hosts were very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023