1850 Cabin Home, Concert Travelers, Family Getaways, Corporate Parties, Weddings

Updated 4-16 -2026

Please read ALL info below.

This home is a rustic cabin type built in 1850. It sits on a wooded 1 acre lot. There are 2 bedrooms and 3 other converted rooms for sleeping quarters as listed below.

Bedroom 1: located on the first floor (master bedroom) has a high quality hotel King Bed, it has a window AC, a 44" TV and DVD player.

Bedroom 2: is located on second floor, it has a high end Queen bed and has a beautiful view of the Mississippi River valley and historic downtown East Dubuque. The room has new carpet, a small closet, 50" TV with dvd player., microwave and mini-fridge with freezer and a window unit AC.

Bedroom 3: is the converted living room and is located on first floor. It has a steel door and deadbolt lock. It has a pull out sofa bed which is in excellent condition and has a good mattress. A blow up mattress can be used in this room since there is enough room in front of the TV. It sports a 55" flat screen Smart TV and dvd player.

Bedroom 4: Is the converted dining room, which sports a 40" flat Screen and dvd player, it's a small room but cozy. There is a high end pull out queen hide-a-bed for sleeping or guests may use a blow up.

Bedroom 5: Nice and cozy wooden porch. It has a nice pull out hide-a-bed. It has a 55" flat screen TV and dvd player.

We do have 1 queen blow up mattress available and 1 single size blow up mattress available.

Note: the King and Queen beds are made, when the guests checkout we will wash the bedding and remake them, if guests use the sofa beds and/or the blow up mattress they may use the extra bedding in the King Bedroom closet and Bathroom closet. Sometimes guests bring their own bedding, for instance when booking the home for more than 6 guests.

There is a large rustic wood kitchen with plenty of dishes and pans for cooking, electric stove, coffee maker, express coffee maker, ice machine, toaster over, 2 microwaves, new 7.5 cubic feet Retro refrigerator and many other small appliances. Note: the large black refrigerator is not for guests and is locked.

All bedrooms have window unit ACs, please turn off when not using for several hours, unless it's a hot day, thank you.

The backyard has a large 22 foot outdoor movie screen which can be used for showing movies, Movie hours are dark to 11pm. You must bring your own projector, DVD player and Bluetooth speaker. There is a stand for mounting your projector, player and Bluetooth speaker in the yard and a power strip. The screen is made of canvass and will be damaged if its windy and ash from the fire is blown into it, therefore if it's a windy day with a SOUTH wind blowing at say 10 mph the screen can not be used if you are having a campfire. That said usually it's not a problem.

Campfires must not be huge, normal size fire that is contained by the fire ring/rock is permitted. You should also bring firewood. We can provide a couple larger logs just ask.

The backyard also sports a large incredible waterfall feature with a 12'x12'x4' swimming pool (4.5' deep). The waterfall operation instructions will be shown upon booking. The waterfall is usually operational from May 15th through September 15th. The pool is treated with chlorine and tested daily, we swim in it daily and it's great. Water temp stays at around 80 degrees all summer, due to the rock keeping the water cool and refreshing!

The backyard also has a 35' stage which can be used for events there is seating for 50 people with professional wedding event chairs on location (up charge for events, weddings and use of wedding chairs, ask for details). Events are only during 9 am - 8pm.

Yes we allow dogs and cats 15.00 per pet The VRBO invoice booking form has a box to check how many pets you have, add the amount there. Please brush your dog before you stay if it sheds a lot, thank you. No dog pooping or peeing in the backyard, dogs should use the side lot (pass the pontoon by the drainage ditch), we understand this isn't always possible, but do try using the side lot (by the drainage ditch). No un-attended dogs in the house unless they are trained, please bring a kennel if not. There is also a wooded lot above that's great for dogs, so keep that in mind for letting the dogs run loose and also has a great view. You may hike up to that lot via the north trail if you so choose. There is gate and fence the home and garage so the backyard is completely enclosed and private.

You may access Gramercy Park from the above lot as well. This park also has a great view of the river valley with Dubuque Iowa in the background. There are nice pavilions, restrooms, river overlooks, hiking trails, and new playground equipment free to the public. Park closes at 10pm.

Pitching a tent in the yard is permitted but it must be set up after 5 pm and taken down by 10 am each day so it doesn't harm the grass.

All areas are clean and well kept as shown in photos! And bug free!

Smoking is allowed outside.

Guests may park in the driveway or in front of the home (not on yellow).

VRBO guests are responsible for cleaning up the yard after using it, and putting the chairs and tables back in place if moved. Cleaning by host only includes the basic duties in the home such as washing bedding and towels, sweeping floors etc. If the guests use dishes they should wash them, there is a dish washer, or dish rack under the sink.

Note (3) outdoor security cameras are in use. Street camera in front of home, driveway, and house rear (skycam).


Note: Do not book for 2 people then show up with extra guests. Extra guests cost 30.00 per night (adults or children over 7yo). The base price includes the person booking plus one guest, any extra guests must pay the additional 30.00 fee. If you are unsure of how many people until the day of, that's ok, we can add more guests and add the fee to the invoice (or the person booking can as well).

Note: 8 guests are usually the max, but if you have tents or extra blow up mattresses more guests are possible.

Note: The hosts/caretaker stay in a travel trailer home located on the adjoining lot or the guest room in rear of outside garage depending on weather, the camper area is secluded by a 6 foot privacy fence, as shown in the property photos. This area is not included in this VRBO listing.

Note: the upper walkway and upper deck above garage are not included in the listing. These areas are off limits as they are not completed.

Note: The waterfall pond is not to be used for swimming after September 1st each season due to the upkeep needed from falling leaves. There is no cover for it.

Note: The backyard and home as described are excursively for paying VRBO guests during the time allotted by the booking, not shared by anyone, such as the owner or caretakers.

Note: if you need a DJ for an event or a live classical guitarist for background music inquire.

Note: The video provided has not yet been updated since the new interior improvements.

UP-CHARGES FOR THE FOLLOWING:

* Birthday parties with more than 8 guests, weddings or other type events such as corporate events: ASK FOR RATES. Events generally will be between the hours of 9am and 8pm.


Thank you, any questions please feel free to ask!

Your host,

Cal and Jessie