Mississippi River waterfront cabin just steps from the beach and boat launch

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Kitchen table includes additional leaves to create more dining space

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Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 91184 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Outdoor Space
Air conditioning
Kitchen

Explore the area

Sherrill, IA

Diamond Jo Casino
‪30 min drive‬
Q Casino
‪31 min drive‬
Sundown Mountain
‪33 min drive‬
Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Escape to a secluded Mississippi riverfront cabin nestled at the base of a bluff, where you can unwind on a gorgeous beachfront and gather around a cozy fire pit.

Perfect for year round trips, Finley's Landing Cabin hosts your beach front and boating activities with a nearby boat launch just off the main channel. In the fall and winter it becomes a cozy cabin for unwinding and relaxation with beautiful views of fall foliage and snow covered landscapes. A county park within walking distance awaits for quiet walks through the timber along a tranquil stream.

Just a short 20 minute drive to Dubuque, you'll find excellent shopping and dining. Travel along the scenic Mississippi River bluffs to wineries and restaurants, or enjoy a day on the slopes of Sundown Mountain Resort just 25 minutes away.

The Master bedroom is a great place to start the new day. Enjoy a cup of coffee on the bedroom's deck and watch the river light up with the morning sun. The master queen and the twin/full bedrooms share a bathroom with toilet and pedestal sink. Downstairs is a double bedroom. The main bathroom features an oversized shower with a tankless water heater which provides for long showers. A full sized air mattress with built in electric pump can be placed where needed, and a queen size pull out couch allows for even more sleeping space.

Please note: as with many Mississippi riverfront properties, active trains run nearby and may sound at night.

IMPORTANT: VRBO recently added additional incorrect text to this description that the host did not approve and cannot remove from the listing. Any text below this line may not be accurate.

Property manager

Lindsy Trotter

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Sherrill

Located in Sherrill, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mississippi River and Heritage Trail reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens and Riverside Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sherrill, IA

What's nearby

Five Flags Center - 29 min drive - 23.0 km
Diamond Jo Casino - 30 min drive - 23.5 km
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 30 min drive - 23.6 km
Q Casino - 31 min drive - 24.2 km
Sundown Mountain - 33 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

‪Potosi Brewing Company - ‬53 min drive
‪The Barn - ‬12 min drive
‪Breitbachs Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
‪McCartney Corners - ‬64 min drive
‪Original Potosi Brewery Saloon - ‬53 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mississippi River waterfront cabin just steps from the beach and boat launch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mississippi River waterfront cabin just steps from the beach and boat launch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mississippi River waterfront cabin just steps from the beach and boat launch?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mississippi River waterfront cabin just steps from the beach and boat launch located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Mississippi River and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Heritage Trail. Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens and Loras College are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Nov 10, 2024

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

Family "Glamping" Weekend on the river!

My husband, myself, my sister and our children ages 6-17 stayed here for a relaxing family weekend. This is actually my secone stay here this year! The location is perfect! Close to amenities but far enough away to get a full camping/outdoors secluded experience! We love to sit by the fire, watch the birds, fish at Finleys landing and walk the beach. The cabin is cozy and rustic and thoroughly stocked with firewood and cooking supplies! Perfect stay for families!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Steve G.

Oct 15, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Some good but some not so good

We really like the location. It was nice to be able to go by the river. The yard and the sunroom were nice. Hot water and water pressure were great upstairs queen size bed was great but the other beds could’ve used improving. If you stay here, in the fall, please be aware that during picking season Ladybugs invade the sunroom. I had to vacuum several times. Also, be aware that this house is very near the train tracks and with increased train traffic in the area there are at least three trains per night that go through and have the pleasure of waking you with their horn.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amber H.

Oct 8, 2024

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

Peaceful

Our family weekend was very nice. The kitchen was outfitted completely, there are towels and linens. Nice shampoo/conditioner and body wash in the showers. We used the firepit. It is very remote. There is one road in and one road out that takes probably 10-15 minutes to get to the main road, lots of curves and hills, which is scenic, but slow. The cabin is across the road from a county park. There is a railroad that runs between the cabin and the river. The trains are pretty loud at night unfortunately. Communication with the host was great!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Britt V.

Sep 29, 2024

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

Great cabin!

This was a perfect little getaway cabin for a girls trip. Very tidy and clean and well stocked. Exactly as listed.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles P.

Sep 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Other stuff

Place was clean, quiet, little hard to park. But we figured it out. Little pet peaves, bag of charcoal but no way to light it for a barbecue (we got creative, wish they had a chimney dont care for chemical lighting). Was only 1 and a 1/2 roll of TP. Other than the little things it was good stay

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Sep 1, 2024

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

Awesome place. Perfect in so many ways

This is a great home right on the Mississippi River. Enjoyed watching the river boat traffic. Home has everything you need. Enjoyed drinking morning coffee in 4 season room. What a magical place to totally relax & unwind for a few days. I highly recommend this place!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Aug 19, 2024

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

Great weekend

We enjoyed our stay. The house was near the river and made it very convenient for putting our boat. It is only about 25 minutes from Dubuque which was a good size city. We will definitely see if we are in the area to stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Amber S.

Aug 17, 2024

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

Cute Rustic Cabin!

My best friend and I wanted to take our teen boys on a little getway to kick off their school year. Ages: 13, 15, 16, 16. This was the perfect spot for that! The boys loved having easy access to the river for fishing. The beach is nearly in the backyard which was awesome! We really enjoyed the firepit and all the seating available outdoors! The sun room is so cozy. We enjoyed our morning coffee watching the hummingbirds outside the windows. We all agreed we would love to come back in the fall once the mosquitos disappear so we can thoroughly enjoy being outdoors in the beautiful yard!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

Aug 14, 2024

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

Quiet getaway

Property was exactly what we were looking for, and had all the amenities we could have thought of!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry A P.

Jul 30, 2024

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

Loved this property and surrounding area!

We were VERY happy with our stay at this property! The cabin is well loved and well cared for, very well stocked. It was extremely close to the beach along the river which our grandkids really enjoyed. Enjoyed the yard and fire pit, well stocked with firewood. We also were close to Finley's Landing for walks and fishing. We also spent time in Dyersville and Dubuque, both a short drive away with fun things to do for our whole family, as well as a great place to eat in Sherrill and a winery just 6 miles away! Even though it is fairly remote, it is still within close distance for groceries, entertainment, and restaurants. Highly recommend this property!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah D.

Jul 22, 2024

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

Secluded Area and Peaceful Stay

Lots of room to grill out, have a fire and have a good time with friends. Fyi there are train tracks closeby. Trains passed by a couple times but wasn't too bad, if you're a light sleeper bring some ear plugs.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Jul 8, 2024

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

Great place to relax and enjoy

This is a great place to getaway from everything and enjoy quality time with your family and/or friends. Beautiful location on the Mississippi with a short walk to the beach. This is the 4th year our family has stayed here for a long weekend and we will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome W.

Jun 24, 2024

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

Wonderful Stay in IA Next to Mississippi River

A group of us came to Dubuque for a weekend getaway to relax and fish. This cabin checked all the boxes to accomplish that objective. Kitchen was well stocked, house was clean, and everything worked well. Being next to a county park where one could take walks and swim or fish in the river was just an added bonus!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mona B.

Jun 7, 2024

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

Away from home

It is a property that is ideal for boating, fishing and beach loving people. It’s a great location for all of the above mentioned

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn R.

Jun 3, 2024

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

Great stay

We brought two of our grandsons ( 9 & 11 ) to the cabin to stay and do a little fishing and playing on the Beach. I would consider it as Glamping. Glamorous camping lol. Grandma and grandpa got comfy beds to sleep in and the grandsons had a blast exploring, fishing Just hanging out at the beach and playing volleyball. It was a win-win for me. This is our 4th Visit to the cabin, but the first time we have ever brought anybody else with us. I thoroughly enjoy having my morning coffee by the fire in the yard and watching the hummingbirds play at the birdfeeders. The grandsons were up early and off to the boat dock for some fishing before breakfast. Most of the afternoons were spent at the beach and then back to the docks for more fishing in the late afternoon. This is my favorite out of all the vacation homes we have rented and will continue to come back and the coming years.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gitana S.

May 27, 2024

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

Nice relaxing vacation

It was a second vacation for us in this property (7 years ago), nothing changed the train was the most worst part of our vacation. Not enough sheets for living room bed, we found only 1 fitted sheet and 1 pillow case. There were a lot of coffee, creamers and other stuff, towels and sheets were clean, plenty of shower stuff. Very ease and quick communication with the host. Thank you so much !

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

May 16, 2024

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

As advertised

Nice little getaway. The train that rolls by a couple times throughout the night is the only negative of the place but otherwise had everything we needed.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn V.

Apr 25, 2024

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

Family Gathering

Wonderful experience!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Mar 16, 2024

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

Awesome stay

We wish we could have stayed longer. We loved the cabin and the amazing views. Very comfortable and homey. Will definitely stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

Mar 6, 2024

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

We will absolutely book again!

Even better then the pictures! Highly recommend this property!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Oct 26, 2023

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

Another wonderful stay!

Finley’s Landing is such an amazing setting - it’s a great spot for family togetherness. It’s rural and gorgeous! We love the campfire and walking in the fall splendor… and we play cards and put together a puzzle. (The table has internal leaves and can accommodate the puzzle at one end while we still use the other end to eat.) The kitchen and living room are one space and is on the ground level, but the bathrooms and bedrooms are both on the split level portion of the cabin, so just keep that in mind if you’re planning a trip with someone that has trouble with stairs (though it’s only 1/2 flight up or down). We just love staying here and always have a memorable trip!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean G., Carroll, Usa

Sep 26, 2023

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

Mississippi Getaway

Everything we needed for a perfect getaway! Location great for just enjoying the day by the river or exploring the area. Very clean. Will return.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kit P.

Sep 10, 2023

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

Comfortable and Relaxing

My brother and I (both in our 60's) took our parents (who are 87 years old) to Finley's Landing and all of us had a great time. We took several short trips including to Wisconsin and Guttenberg, but mostly just enjoyed sitting on the deck and experiencing the view. We also liked and used the fire pit. With the fantastic beach and big yard, they would also be great for families.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023