This historic charmer centrally located in Dubuque, Iowa is a short walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants. It is spacious enough for a large family or multiple couples, yet intimate enough for a single couple to enjoy. Sit on the open porch and enjoy the views of Dubuque, the Mighty Mississippi, and nearby states. Galena is a short drive away, as is Effigy Mounds National Monument and Maquoketa Caves State Park. With the comforts of home while you visit, you'll want to stay longer! The space The House: - Best front porch in Dubuque with downtown, Mississippi River, and tri-state views of Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin - Plenty of room for family dinners and unwinding after a busy day - Free laundry in basement - washer and dryer - Near walking path to downtown shops and restaurants - Not handicap accessible, must walk several stairs from street to get to the house, but it's worth it! The location: - 4 minute WALK to the Dubuque Farmer's Market and other great shops and restaurants. - 4 minute drive to Fenelon Place Elevator - 5 minute drive to the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, Mississippi River Walk, & Port of Dubuque - 9 minute drive to Eagle Point Park - 14 minute drive to Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens - 14 minute drive to Crystal Lake Cave - 25 minute drive to shopping in Galena, IL - 35 minute drive to Maquoketa Caves State Park - 35 minute drive to Field of Dream Movie Site in Dyersville, IA - 1 hour 20 minute drive to Effigy Mounds National Monument Living Room (1st floor) - Cozy living room with game table for board games & puzzles - Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Hi-Speed Wi-Fi (login to your own streaming accounts) - Fireplace is NOT usable, for looks only! Remote controlled candles are provided in the fireplace for ambiance. Kitchen & Dining (1st floor) - Fully equipped kitchen to accommodate meals at home - Drip coffee maker, Keurig, & hot water kettle - Pressure cooker, gas range, blender, toaster, microwave - Half bath is available near the kitchen Sleeping Accommodations (all 4 bedrooms and the 2 full bathrooms are on the 2nd floor): **Bedroom #1** - 1 Queen Bed: Sealy Posturepedic Mattress with remote to adjust head/foot height & comfort levels, and massaging levels - Smart TV - Space heater and floor fan available for use - Full bathroom attached en suite, tub/shower **Bedroom #2** - 1 Queen Bed - 2 Twin Bunk Bed - Bookshelf with children's games and books - TV with Amazon Fire TV Stick - Walk-in closet - Space heater and floor fan available for use - Full bathroom available on same floor **Bedroom #3** - 1 Queen Bed - Space heater and floor fan available for use - Full bathroom available on same floor **Bedroom #4** - 1 Queen Bed - Walk-in closet - Space heater and floor fan available for use - Full bathroom available on same floor * A pack-n-play is available on site for use (linens included). Outdoor Spaces - BEST front porch in Dubuque with downtown, Mississippi River, and tri-state views of Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin - Fire Pit - Gas Grill Basement - Washer and dryer and laundry detergent available. Guest access - ** This home is not handicap accessible. ** This home is on a beautiful bluff and you will climb at least 34 stairs to reach the home whether you walk up stairs from the front of the property or down stairs from the rear of the property. All bedrooms are on the second floor. - This home has no driveway, free parking is available on the street for up to four cars max. Please divide your cars between the street in front and in back to avoid overcrowding one street which can prevent neighbors from being able to park near their own house. Thank you for helping keep our neighbors happy! - Self check-in is 4pm, self check-out is 11am. - Access code to lockbox will be provided on the morning of your arrival. Other things to note We want this to be one of the best stays you have ever had! Please reach out with any questions and let us know how we can make your stay more enjoyable!