Place, National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
5 min drive
Five Flags Center
Place, Five Flags Center
5 min drive
Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
17 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Floating stationary river boat! Custom design!
Come stay at our floating oasis on the backwaters of the Mississippi river! This 70 foot houseboat is newly remodeled and ready for you and your guests. It features a custom kitchen, a master bedroom with a full bed and a tv, a bunkhouse room with a full bed, and a basement bedroom with 2 full beds. The living room has a trundle couch that turns into a king-size bed. We also have a full size air mattress. The boat is located at Millennium Marina.
You will have to walk on a dock to get to the boat. Things are a little different than a typical "home", but its super fun! The roof may NOT be accessible at all times of the year (like when it is super cold, raining, or snowing). If there is ANY snow at all, we ask you DO NOT go on the roof, as it can be dangerous. NO EVENTS OR PARTIES ALLOWED AT THIS TIME.
We provide a coffee maker, toaster, stove, oven, and other kitchen items. We also provide one towel per person, and all bed linens (sheets and one cotton blanket per bed). The 70 ft roof is equipped with a bar and outdoor furniture. Remember, you are DIRECTLY on water, so you WILL see bugs and other wildlife. We also have boat slips available by the night or by the week. One uncovered slip is provided with your rental. We provide a coffee maker, toaster, stove, oven, and other kitchen items. We also have boat slips available by the night or by the week. One uncovered slip is provided with your rental. PLEASE NOTE: we have no control of the river levels. This means that sometimes swimming is not possible because the water will be so low. This includes not being able to use the slide. Also, sometimes you cannot get your boat into our marina due to low water. If you plan on bringing a boat, please ask us if the water is deep enough. If you would like more details on how to check the river level, please message us. Kayak rentals available from the restaurant on property, when they are in season. You get one free hour kayak rental for all registered guests (you can always ask about your specific time if interested in kayaks). Please ask about current restaurant hours if this amenity is important for you.
PLEASE NOTE- We are located on the Mississippi and WE DO FLOOD. We might have to cancel the reservation if flooding is in the forecast. The cabin will stay in the water year round! SWIMMING NOT ADVISED unless you understand the river and swim at your own risk.
Ask us about Pack-n-Play availability!
2 ski resorts are only a short drive away!
We are located directly on the river, so at night you might see some bugs. This is a steel bottom houseboat so you might hear the water hitting the sides. Again, this boat does NOT move. PLEASE NOTE- We are located on the Mississippi and WE DO FLOOD. We might have to cancel the reservation if flooding is in the forecast. ALSO NOTE- With the boat being directly on the water, there are sometimes bugs. Not inside the boat, but yes you WILL see them outside. We do clean it thoroughly, but they pop up.
No parties or events allowed. Quiet time is 10 PM. Please respect our neighbors. SWIMMING IS 100% AT YOUR OWN RISK.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
East Dubuque
Located in East Dubuque, this houseboat 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 in the mood for shopping can visit Kennedy Mall and Asbury Plaza. Dubuque Art Center and National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium are also worth visiting.
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Five Flags Center - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Burger King - 7 min drive
Arby's - 7 min drive
Hotel Julien Dubuque - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Floating stationary river boat! Custom design! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Floating stationary river boat! Custom design!?
As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Floating stationary river boat! Custom design! on 21 Jun 2026 start from £221, 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.
What time is check-in at Floating stationary river boat! Custom design!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Floating stationary river boat! Custom design!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Floating stationary river boat! Custom design! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within 3 miles (5 km) of Julien Dubuque Bridge, Dubuque Art Center and Dubuque Welcome Center. Five Flags Center is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our stay on Miss Milly was so awesome! The beds were super comfy, if was clean and updated, the view was fabulous and the hosts were so accommodating! Great communication too! The family enjoyed lots of fishing and games on the upper deck. We hope to visit again!!!
The whole family enjoyed our stay on this houseboat. We were looking for something unique and we found it. The kids loved everything about the boat and the surrounding area. The adults loved the views and the nearby restaurant. The kitchen was well stocked and there were many personal touches at check-in. Our only note to seniors and young children is that there are many stairs to navigate.
My husband any myself stayed with another couple and it was great but the beds were not idea for our age as they were on the floor. A family/kids would have been great with it. We didn't notice that in our review before booking so that is on us.
Awesome community of house boats on a marina. Owners were very generous, welcoming and friendly. Check out their restaurant right on site. Look forward to going back!
We took 6 of our grandkids for a fishing trip. This was perfect. Beautiful views, friendly owners, good fishing right from the houseboat! When your inside, you feel like your in a luxury hotel! We’ll be back!
Very enjoyable time on the boat. Well appointed and clean. Hosts were very accommodating. Great layout for playing cards/games. The upper deck is also wonderful. We’ll be back.
Cara M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you again!
Peaceful getaway on the backwaters of the Mississippi
This rental is in a great location - quick drive to Dubuque across the bridge, but also seems like it's so far away from a city! So peaceful on the backwaters of the Mississippi. We thoroughly enjoyed sitting on the top deck of the houseboat and watching wildlife along the river. The AC and full kitchen made this an awesome get away!
Property was clean and ready ASAP! Beautiful place! Wonderful staff! Good communication and taking care of anything we needed to make our trip wonderful! GO HERE !!💥❤️
Steve M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again!
Seriously such a fun place to hang out for girls weekend! We had a blast and enjoyed that there was a bar onsite in case we wanted to go (which we did 😉) Water was too shallow for slide which was probably a good thing so we just tied tubes to the boat to float or just plopped chairs down in the water. ONLY down fall was it had a sewer smell to it when we first walked in but by the end of the weekend, we didn’t even notice (or we just got use to it) we definitely want to come back though!
This place is great at a high level, but i think i wouldve been upset had we paid full price. There is a lot of neglected maintenence that is needed....half the lights on the deck were out (from a broken bulb), one chair on the deck was also barely suitable for use. One of the bathroom doors was broken off with screws lying on the ground (which of course, my one year old found). The razor of the "complimentary" bathroom items had hair in it. They have the wrong coffee filters for the type of coffee maker, causing a ton of grounds. The worst thing was that it smelled like a porta potty BAD the whole trip. Im not sure what that is about but it was vile. A few tips for the owners beyond that are that the back deck that the stairs are on is metal and you will burn the heck out of your feet in half a second if you step on it. The bedrooms are full light or nothing, nothing for mellowing out and laying down. They also dont have the same views as pictured.Overall set up is great, loved the concept, but was very disappointed in the maintenance and care. No one or place is perfect, but i have no idea how some of these things were not noticed or addressed. Especially the smell and the bathroom door handle. Bathrooms themselves were clean though!
Great hosts, prompt communication, attention to detail
Great experience. Very nice property, that is well maintained and in a very peaceful surrounding. Hosts has provided all needed amenities with attention to detail. Would love to visit again.
Great location outside of but close to Dubuque. Place had some quirky aspects such as a shower that leaked onto the floor, no ability to lock the boat when you left and thin walls. However, the view, the cute layout and the upper deck more than made up for these idiosyncrasies.
Absolutely beautiful boat with stuff to keep children and adults entertained.
Awesome experience. Quick and easy communication with Samantha. Her communication binder and welcome basket put a smile on our faces and gave all the information needed.
Loved the location and boat - peaceful and beautiful! Boat was very comfortable and loved the sleeping nooks! Sitting on the top deck was so lovely in the morning and as the sun was setting. Host was very friendly, helpful, and accommodating!
A fun and unique place with plenty of space for all of us to enjoy being together for our daughter's graduation weekend. We played cards on upper deck, watched a couple movies in the shared area, comfortable beds for sleeping, and plenty of parking as we were coming from 5 different locations. The Millennium Bar and Grill located next door was a fun bonus with awesome food. On us... but we should have managed the hot water better as were all trying to get ready for the graduation ceremony at the same time. Definitely hope stay here again when we have more time to enjoy the whole experience!!!
Samantha and Ryan were very easy to rent from. They responded to questions quickly.
This is such a fun, unique property to rent. We will definitely rent this again. The closeness to the Millennium Marina Restaurant is a huge bonus as well. Food is delicious and the staff is excellent. Overall we had an awesome weekend!
We thoroughly enjoyed this unique stay. I didn't realize there was a restaurant right next to it. The food was amazing and as unique as the houseboat. The owners were so friendly and helpful. They even brought us champagne and oj for mimosas. We will be back.
Needed a place during Covid to escape the city and stay socially distanced. The novelty of a houseboat over a hotel was also very appealing. Super cute design and a well appointed kitchen. Come prepared to snuggle up with the one you love - or in a nice warm robe - in the winter months. Hosts were lovely and very accommodating.
James A.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb 2021
Thanks for being wonderful guests! We hope to host you again!
About the host
Hosted by Owner
Hello! We are Ryan and Samantha. We are travel lovers, and we enjoy the water more than anything. We started doing rentals at our marina to share the beautiful nature around us.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests