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Admiral Fuqua House - Large downtown Hannibal Home

Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Mississippi River

Admiral Fuqua House is an Italianate home built in 1879.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Washer
Fireplace

Place, Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum
Place, Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse
Place, Rockcliffe Mansion
Airport, Quincy, IL (UIN-Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

5th Street Bedroom (Double)

1 Double Bed

Airmattress Living / Family Room

1 Queen Bed

Hill Street Bedroom with Queen

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom (Queen)

1 Queen Bed

Rose Room (Queen)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Floor with Shower/Tub Combo

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor with Shower/Tub Combo

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Admiral Fuqua House - Large downtown Hannibal Home

Located on Millionaire’s Row, just 3 blocks from thriving Main Street, the Admiral Fuqua House offers you the opportunity to experience an authentic historic home in "America's Hometown" of Hannibal. This Italianate style mansion built in 1879 is still graced with its original wood mouldings, stone hearths and twisting grand staircase. The home has great spaces for privacy as well as togetherness - the perfect setting for a romantic getaway, friends weekend, family gatherings as well as professional long term stays.

The home is comfortably and thoughtfully furnished - a blend of old world beauty, antiques, fine art and modern conveniences. Upstairs bedrooms (4) are spacious, with period furnishings, new plush mattresses, and comfortable bedding. Its well-stocked 1980s kitchen has everything you need to make and serve wonderful meals, and is located next to a private large backyard.

Relax on the front porch with a view of the Mississippi, walk down to Main Street to browse museums, shops and cafes. You'll pass Mark Twain's boyhood home on the way! Or take a nap in the hammock, play croquet on the lawn, explore the area's natural beauty and many places for outdoor recreation.

Free WIFI. BBQ, cornhole, and croquet on the lawn. Pet Friendly (advance notice required; extra fee applies).

It is the former home of Admiral Samuel Fuqua who received the Congressional Medal of Honor for his heroic actions aboard the SS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor.

See House Rules, amenities list for complete information.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

You MUST bring child safety gear

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Pets MUST be PRE-APPROVED in advance. $75 per pet

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Lock the doors

Place only BAGGED trash in the exterior garbage can located in the alley next to the kitchen.

PETS: If you brought a pet, LEAVE NO TRACE. Pick up after pet and place any small pet poo bags - or cat litter- within the large trash bag before putting it in exterior container.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

This historic home has interior and exterior stairs and is NOT child-proof. Bring your own safety equipment. Questions? Pls write us 😊

This reservation is subject to owner screening and approval. Only authorized guests and pets (subject to House Rules and fee) on property

Pet Rules: No pets in beds, or on furniture. Do NOT allow pet to bark uncontrollably. Keep pet under your control. Leave no trace. Clean up after pet

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Hannibal

Located in Hannibal, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Sodalis Nature Preserve, while Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum and Jim's Journey: The Huck Finn Freedom Center are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Hannibal, MO

What's nearby

Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Molly Brown Museum and Home - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Rockcliffe Mansion - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Mark Twain Cave - 10 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

Quincy Station - 28 min drive
Quincy, IL (UIN-Quincy Regional-Baldwin Field) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
‪Arby's - ‬5 min drive
‪Jimmy John's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Admiral Fuqua House - Large downtown Hannibal Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Admiral Fuqua House - Large downtown Hannibal Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Admiral Fuqua House - Large downtown Hannibal Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Admiral Fuqua House - Large downtown Hannibal Home located?

Located in the heart of Hannibal, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum and Mississippi River. Big River Train Town and Jim's Journey: The Huck Finn Freedom Center are also within 5 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Connie K.

21 Sept, 2025

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

Disliked: Location

We had a hiccup the original house we had returned was damaged but we were put into a different house and was accompanied for the change. The only thing was some of the locals were less than desirable. Otherwise was all great!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

8 Jul, 2025

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

Family reunion

Fun Fourth of July Weekend!Perfect location for holiday event!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

22 Jun, 2025

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

Girls get away

Nice place to stay convenient to downtown shops.Host was very quick to respond to our needs.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina J.

28 May, 2025

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

Incredible Stay

Worked amazing for our entire group while working in Hannibal for the month. Had everything readily available for check in, tons of supplies and fully stocked kitchen. Made for a great home away from home monthly stay for us all . Plenty of room for our entire group.

Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

26 Jun, 2021

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

Great location

Everything was awesome

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B., Kansas City

22 Jan, 2023

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

Close to Downtown

We love this home and walked our dogs along the Mississippi River.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abby S.

16 Apr, 2023

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

Lovely old home

We really enjoyed staying in an old home. It helped us imagine life like Samuel Clemens would have lived it. We were given a helpful restaurant guide as well.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

20 Sept, 2023

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

Everything we were looking for!

Walking distance to downtown Hannibal, historic feel, clean and well stocked; it was everything we were looking for in a weekend trip headquarters. We highly recommend coffee on the front porch with a view of the river and happy hour in the private backyard. Comfy beds and nice bathrooms too! The hosts are awesome. They made everything about our stay super easy. We look forward to staying here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

24 Sept, 2023

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

Hannibal Getaway

Historic house with lots of space. Very impressed at how clean and organized it was. The owners were great and very clear with communication!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jo Ann L.

28 Sept, 2023

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

Nice historic home

There was plenty of room, a lot of history and unique character. The only reason i didnt give a 5 star rating was a few things i communicated with the owner. She was very nice about it.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

28 Aug, 2023

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

Historic Home

This home had plenty of space and a great deal of character and charm. HVAC is old and we stayed during a heat wave so it was blazing hot and took forever to cool down but that’s what happens when you stay in a historic place. Be prepared for that, if you don’t expect modern amenities you will love it. If you expect modern and new this is not the place for you.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Beth C.

6 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Historical but challenging

This is the property we booked but not the property we actually stayed at. Found out at the very last minute that we were being moved to a different property, close by but with one less bedroom. It worked out ok, but not ideal. Property manager was very nice and responsive.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Stacie H.

23 May, 2025

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tornado in Hannibal

We had such high hopes for this adventure. I took my mom 76 and her two cousins 71 and 65 on their dream, Mark Twain adventure. We were so looking forward to sitting on the porch and enjoying the beautiful view of the Mississippi river as described on the website. Unfortunately, you can’t do that. You can’t see the Mississippi and the porch is falling in. There were no handrails for them to climb the many steps into the home. The trashcan out front was over running. The grass was grown up in the backyard and would not be comfortable to sit in. The banister was very shaky so I had my reservations about the ladies climbing the stairs, which were filthy. There were holes in the ceiling, large enough for a possum to get in. A main concern was that we found screws and nails all in the floor sticking up, a safety hazard The window units that were in the windows could easily be pushed out from the outside. They didn’t fit in the windows and the holdings on the side just pushed clean out. The bathroom upstairs shower barely trickled water. We called the host that evening to convey our concerns in hopes that we could get a refund and only stay the one night. We were very kind in our conversation, she was not. She told us that we had insulted her and we needed to get out immediately and hug up on my mom. Unfortunately, there was a tornado warning in the area and a horrible thunderstorm. VRBO called us and we left in a downpour of rain. We did receive a full refund thank God.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris C.

18 Nov, 2022

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

Girls getaway

Enjoyed historical home and area. The Mark Twain tours and downtown shopping. A new toaster is needed.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy P.

14 Nov, 2022

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

Historically Elegant

The house was everything we’d hoped for. Lots of room for our friends group of five. Comfortable beds and sitting areas. Close to downtown shopping. We’ll equipped. Just perfect!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

7 Nov, 2022

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

Family Reunion in Hannibal

My family love all over Missouri. 4 generations on my dad’s side were able to stay at this property and we had a great time making memories. The older generations loved the antiques of the house, my generation loved the ease of finding everything we needed, and the youngest generation loved the stairs and games.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny V.

31 Oct, 2022

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

Wonderful weekend getaway!

We had a great weekend getaway and this property helped to make it all the more enjoyable. It is gorgeous and so close to downtown. Very clean, beds were comfortable, exactly as described. There was a heatwave and they had already removed the window ac units for the season. I messaged the owner and she had someone bring by fans while we were out sightseeing for the day.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 Oct, 2022

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

Perfect family get-away

This was our second stay at the Admiral Fuqua House while attending a local weekend workshop. The house was perfect for our multi-generational family. Well-appointed kitchen allowed us to cook meals "at home" and the dining table had room for our group and more. With plenty of bedrooms, as well as two comfy living rooms, there was always a place to gather and visit together, or rest on your own. If you need anything during your stay (or if you've foolishly left something behind), the owners are extremely kind and helpful, and very responsive. With plenty of parking, a short walk to downtown amenities, a lovely view, and plenty of room for the whole family, the Admiral Fuqua House is an excellent family retreat while visiting Hannibal.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

10 Oct, 2022

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

Retirement -Birthday

This place was just exactly what it is listed. It was amazing, beautiful and totally what the 6 of us were looking for. The owners were always available and with quick responses. I will definitely recommend. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerald W.

6 Jul, 2022

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

Father’s Day weekend

Everything went perfectly. Description of property was accurate. All amenities were what we expected. Would definitely come back. Not the Taj Mahal. Very comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenlea H.

5 Jul, 2022

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

Beautiful spacious home

The home was beautiful a d spacious. Fit the family without us being in top of eachother. Dining table allowed us all to eat together. The side yard provided great shade for yard games. Washer and dryer was a great feature.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

1 Jul, 2022

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

Historic home in heart of Hannibal

We enjoyed a long, relaxing weekend at this Victorian home just a short walk from the historic sites of Hannibal. This historic house was well-appointed, spacious, and comfortable. The owners have renovated much of the house and are updated bathrooms. With four large bedrooms, two living rooms, dining room and kitchen, there is plenty of room to relax inside. Plus porches in front and back provide opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. The owners were very responsive to questions and provided many suggestions for activities and places to eat in the area. We had a great time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

14 Jun, 2022

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

Old home on the hill

We had the best time. Walked to town, Rockcliffe mansion, a must see, riverboat, and neighborhood which is full of beautiful old homes. Very nice accommodation if you are looking to step back in time and relax on the front porch with a coffee or wine. Can see the Mississippi River from porch!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S., Kansas City, Missouri

10 Jun, 2022

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

Unique Experience For Us

This was our first stay in a historic home. It truly was a treat. We enjoyed trying to figure out what it might have looked like in the past. Although historic, all the modern amenities we could wish for were present. Up to date kitchen & appliances, lovely washer & dryer set, & super fast WiFi. The rooms were spacious and well-lit, with comfortable beds & seating. Our host provided us with an abundance of suggested dining spots and locations of interest around Hannibal. We loved our stay and would definitely return on a future visit to Hannibal.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

3 Jun, 2022

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

Mark Twain festival

We found the house to be comfortable for the 4 of us. The kitchen was very nice and easy to work in, as we did not eat out every meal. Beds were super comfy.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Anneliesa Barta

Your hosts are Anneliesa Barta and Architect Jim Smith, one of Denver’s top architects. We are "professional nesters" - we love renovating homes and creating places for us, our family and our guests to dwell - and stay awhile! When you visit Hannibal you will notice that the area is revitalizing with many homes under renovation, a new waterfront and new stores on its vibrant Main Street. We are part of this movement, with four completed renovation projects and more underway.

To date we have hosted over 400 satisfied guests between our various properties in Colorado, South Dakota and Missouri. Together we are building a portfolio of distinguished properties in places of importance in American history. We offer the discriminating traveler a truly authentic experience of a period home, furnished with a view toward harmony, simplicity and modern comforts. Come, be our guest – and stay awhile!

Anneliesa Barta
Anneliesa works in Environmental Consulting as a Project Manager for AECOM. Her professional background includes working 3 years as General Manager for a renovated historic hotel in Maryland. That experience provided her with a deep understanding of hospitality that she applies to hosting guests in short term vacation rentals.

Jim Smith
"Caring for the structures of the past is a worthy pursuit" says Architect Jim Smith of SmithsArchitects. He has a keen eye for historic preservation, and personally oversees all aspects of building and renovation. He loves to restore properties to their former beauty by working with original woodwork, detailing and period fixtures. As a result, you can literally FEEL HISTORY in the renovated spaces that is respectful to original builders and craftsman, and materials.

Why they chose this property

Located just 3 blocks from thriving Main Street and the historic downtown waterfront, situated within Hannibal's Historic District on 5th Street - Hannibal's "Millionaire's Row", next to many other grand homes and mansions.

Take a walking tour to see the many Victorian and Federal style homes on 5th Street in the neighborhood. Also 2 blocks away from Mark Twain's boyhood home, the Mississippi River and the many amenities of downtown Hannibal, the scene of many weekend events. Lots of local shops and local color! Great parks and open spaces are nearby, and opportunities for outdoor recreation. Visit the famous bat caves day or night! The area is filled with natural beauty ready for exploration!

What makes this property unique

This grand Victorian is the former home of Admiral Samuel Fuqua who received the Congressional Medal of Honor for his heroic actions aboard the SS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor.

The house has retained many original features that are just breathtaking! Staying here offers the traveler in search of history a uniquely clear connection to Hannibal's past, its place in time and to the local culture – with modern amenities!