Title: Beauty on the Bluff - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beauty on the Bluff Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103370000/103370000/103369971/w906h683x60y0-e8c5e540.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103370000/103370000/103369971/w932h683x47y0-79ed9abf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103370000/103370000/103369971/w937h683x42y0-8965af5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103370000/103370000/103369971/w1009h683x8y0-25ee5fbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103370000/103370000/103369971/w509h683x258y0-a8703704.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the serenity of Dubuque's 3rd oldest home, built in 1840, with panoramic Mississippi River & city views. The property features a spiral staircase, wine cellar, and master suite for a tranquil retreat. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123666 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beauty on the Bluff Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Enjoy Dubuque's 3rd oldest home, built in 1840, with panoramic Mississippi River & city views. This home is 3,666 square ft. featuring 3 levels of finished space with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 fireplaces, spiral staircase, master suite, wine cellar, formal dining and so much more! The space are 3 Bedrooms upstairs along with 2 Full Baths, and One Bedroom in the basement with 1 full bath. Half bath on the main floor with a blow-up mattress available. The views will make you want to re-book again and again! Enjoy! ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - Area rugs in public areas - Front entrance ramp - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 3,666 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108590000/108586200/108586181/e03a5065.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 7-bedroom house- unique history, modern comforts and incredible views Dubuque - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=108586181&PinnedHotelID=108586181&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35765600/35765590/2b1fcdad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic, quiet, elegant, mix of modern & original Dubuque - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 93 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=35765590&PinnedHotelID=35765590&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73020000/73015300/73015215/9b9e520e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 4BR Bluff-Top Townhome Steps from Fenelon Elevator & Downtown Dubuque - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 61 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=73015215&PinnedHotelID=73015215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87710000/87702500/87702402/c2447a46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Parkview House. 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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 This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.50137%2C-90.67069&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8kixUBDI5fJ9KgzXeg9wfVYEIQ4=) Dubuque, IA #### What's nearby - Loras College - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Five Flags Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Diamond Jo Casino - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Q Casino - 3 min drive - 3.2 km #### Getting around - Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk - ‪Pepper Sprout - ‬13 min walk - ‪Jubeck New World Brewing - ‬6 min walk - ‪Charlotte's Coffee House - ‬9 min walk - ‪Odd Fellows - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beauty on the Bluff pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Beauty on the Bluff? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beauty on the Bluff? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Beauty on the Bluff located? > This family-friendly Dubuque vacation home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Carnegie-Stout Public Library and Mississippi River. Dubuque Museum of Art and Grand Opera House are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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