Place, National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
4 min drive
Five Flags Center
Place, Five Flags Center
4 min drive
Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
15 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom #2
2 Single Beds
Master
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
A MUST SEE! 2BR Lakefront Home w/ Boats & More!
Welcome to our cozy lakefront home located in East Dubuque, Il which is only minutes away from Galena, IL and Dubuque, IA. This two bedroom home with sofa sleeper sleeps six. We provide canoe's, and lifejackets. This home also has a large garage, a private deck overlooking the lake, and large yard. Other amenities include central air, comfy mattresses, all kitchen appliances, washer/dryer, Smart TVs with sound bar, and fast cable Internet. Don't miss out book now.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
We charge a 50.00 pet fee per pet.
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Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
East Dubuque
Located in East Dubuque, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Port of Dubuque Marina and Cherry Lanes Bowling Alley are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Dubuque Art Center and National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium. Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark and ImOn Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Port of Dubuque Marina - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Five Flags Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 4 min drive
Burger King - 4 min drive
Arby's - 4 min drive
Hotel Julien Dubuque - 4 min drive
Dimensional Brewing Company - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is A MUST SEE! 2BR Lakefront Home w/ Boats & More! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at A MUST SEE! 2BR Lakefront Home w/ Boats & More!?
As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A MUST SEE! 2BR Lakefront Home w/ Boats & More! on 20 Jul 2026 start from £145, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at A MUST SEE! 2BR Lakefront Home w/ Boats & More!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A MUST SEE! 2BR Lakefront Home w/ Boats & More!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A MUST SEE! 2BR Lakefront Home w/ Boats & More!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is A MUST SEE! 2BR Lakefront Home w/ Boats & More! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Julien Dubuque Bridge, Dubuque Art Center and Dubuque Welcome Center. Five Flags Center and National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The view and amenities are great! However, the balcony, patio, and surrounding areas could be a bit cleaner and more pest free. The location is great, and the host is very respectful and responsive.
Rijo J.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Sherry
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really enjoyed the location of this house — easy access to local sights.
Sherry
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lora
23 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was very clean and comfortable. I loved the sliders to the deck. We had a wonderful view of the lake and we could see all the birds easily from the kitchen. The only suggestion I have is that either a sliding screen door is added or a screen that fits in the door frame. That way, you can keep the door open without letting bugs in. I definitely recommend this property for anyone who loves being close to the water. It is nice to be just over the bridge from Dubuque and the location is fantastic. Thank you!
We had fun using the house as a comfortable place to stay while we explored some of the hiking in the area. Wish the weather would have cooperated a little more to be able to use the deck more. Thanks for nice quick get away.
This is our second visit, and both times have been great! Hosts are so easy to work with, great communication. Will definitely stay again when in the area!
So nice for a get away from stress, and worries. The hosts have thought of everything, from canoes to tooth brushes for you. Home is decorated so nice and is comfortable and clean. We will definitely rent again.
What an adorable lakeside home, and with all the comforts of home! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, location was perfect, loved all the wildlife right outside our door, even bald eagles and a pelican, in addition to the geese. So awesome to be able to use the canoe on a peaceful warm afternoon. Couldn't be happier we chose this home. Thank you for your hospitality and so easy to contact the owners with any questions with immediate responses!
The home was clean and well appointed. Home decore was beautiful. Unfortunately, the kitchen stool seat was loose so we didnt use it. The view was stunning! Unfortunately the trains ran every few minutes. But, great place to stay!!.
The property was very clean, beds were comfortable, and home was stocked very well.
Water lines on bathroom faucet were backwards and lock on patio door was upside down but both were functional.
The area didn't look the best but had no issues. Pretty quiet until a train would pass but after awhile you don't notice the trains.
I would do that just to make sure I was the only person that could rent this property!!
This was an amazing little Lake Lacoma cottage with quick access to EVERYTHING. Ten minutes from the University District in Dubuque, five minutes from the Shot Tower, Riverwalk, and Diamond Jo Casino,10 minutes from the Mines of Spain, 20 minutes from Galena, and 20 minutes from the Field of Dreams! Drove five minutes into Wisconsin, just so I could say my dogs have visited Wisconsin...
This perfectly appointed cottage is absolutely adorable and as soon as you walk in, you can feel yourself relax. The only neighbors you'll see regularly are the geese that hang out by the dock.
Sit on the deck and watch bald eagles fish for their supper. Enjoy s'mores around the massive firepit, with plenty of seasoned wood.
I was in regular contact with the owner, who answered my texts within minutes.
This place is a secret gem in Dubuque, and if I could keep it all to myself for my visits, I would.
But, I'm not that selfish and I want everyone to have as incredible experience as I did.
M A.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Diana L.
7 Dec 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Cute but furniture is not comfy and the bed frame broke
It's a cute place in a very nice spot. We LOVED looking out at the lake. However, the place was not clean, clean, and they used fake chemical smells to cover up the smell from the furnace (dusty, maybe mildew?). Also, the furniture was very uncomfortable. You can't use the trundle bed in the 2nd bedroom, it doesn't fit. The queen bed fell apart just trying to move it a little bit (the frame had previously been screwed together after it felt apart the first time). The fake fireplace wasn't plugged in and could only be used with an extension cord.
There were also several missing kitchen things. They didn't have a cutting board, and there was no kitchen kettle.
This last bit was probably a VRBO issue. When we booked it, it said it had a hot tub under the amenities. IT DOES NOT HAVE A HOT TUB. When I asked to see pictures, all of a sudden the listing doesn't say hot tub anymore. It was on there, all 3 adults who looked at it saw it said hot tub on the list of amenities. VRBO wouldn't refund us any money due to false advertising on their site.
DOULBE CHECK and contact the owner if you need a hot tub, a kettle, an actual bed that trundles, etc BEFORE you book with VRBO, they don't care if the owner lies to you, they won't do anything about it.
Maybe don't ask me to review again?? :)
This lake house was perfect for our family. It was everything we thought it would be. Clean and cozy! The lake was calm and perfect for the kids to swim in. Close to food and entertainment.
This was a great house for my husband and I to stay for a weekend! Beautiful interior with cute home decor and stocked kitchen and bathroom! Great layout including a deck with a great view of the lake! Super quick drive into Dubuque! Definitely recommend!
We are a local family of 4 that lives in Dubuque, Ia. We own and operate 8 short term rentals also known as vacation homes or Airbnb’s in the area. Six of our rentals are in Dubuque, Ia and two of them are located across the Mississippi River in the small town of East Dubuque, Il. Both myself (Linsy) and husband (Corey) were born and raised in Dubuque. We have two children Sophia (11) and Xander (7) who also help us out.
With my background being in real estate and traditional property management and my husband’s background in maintenance, construction, and customer service-based industries it only made sense for us to make the transition into short-term rentals. We have been doing it now since early 2019 and absolutely love it. Between all the people we get to meet and the day-to-day challenges we run into we would want to be doing anything else.
While we don’t travel as much as we used to it has always been one of favorite things to do. We know what we would expect while traveling and try to offer that same to our guests. When you book with us you can absolutely count on receiving the exact place in as in the listing. All of our places are in safe and welcoming neighborhoods. All of our homes have the basics someone would want in a home such as off street parking, central heating and a/c, modern appliances such as refrigerators, range/over, microwaves, dishwashers, and washer/dryers. All of our places are exceptionally clean, recently updated, and have newer memory foam mattresses, smart tvs, and fast wireless internet (Wifi).
Every guest gets both mine and my husbands phone number prior to check in and we are always here to answer any question you may have thru out your stay. We can help you with questions about restaurants, activities, directions, transportation, and my husband can answer almost any question that has to do with Dubuque in general or Dubuque history.
We hope to host you soon!
Linsy & Corey Adams
Why they chose this property
This was the house that I grew up in. It is so peaceful.
What makes this property unique
This is a one of a kind rental that includes canoe's. Or if you would like you may bring your own boats, kayaks, or Ponton for use on the lake or bring your bigger watercraft like ski boat or jet skis which can be used on the Mississippi via public boat ramps which are only blocks away. Rest assured we have plenty of parking for whatever watercraft you may have.
The home its self has been recently updated and has all modern convinces. There is a washer, dryer, water softener, refrigerator, electric range, over the range microwave, garbage disposal, and dishwasher.
The master bedroom has one queen bed which is a newer memory foam mattress, an armoire for your clothing, a 42" led smart tv, and an electric fireplace.
The second bedroom has a trundle bed (One pull out from under the other) which are both twin size mattresses, a chest of drawers dresser, and a 32" smart tv.
All bedrooms have combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and their are 2 fire extinguishers in the unit. There are 5 security cameras which monitor the Front door, Garage Entry, Deck (For View of Boat Storage, front parking and the basement entry door. None of these cameras are pointed to any space renters may be using inside. We take everyone's privacy very seriously and camera recordings are only viewed when absolutely necessary.
PLEASE READ
****We like to make everyone well aware that this home is located close to active train tracks. The tracks are located on the other side of the lake. There will be noise throughout your stay from the trains. Most people are not bothered by this however some are****
We also recommend that you drink bottled water as most people do not find the city of East Dubuque to have very good tasting tap water.
There is great fishing on the lake. You can choose to fish from shore or from our boats or dock. We know you will love your stay here and hope to host you soon.
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