Retro floating cabin on river backwaters. HOT TUB!

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Apartment

The trundle bed in the living room has 2 twin beds.

Bedroom 1 has a queen bed and a 32 inch smart TV.

private outdoor deck with a high top table for 6 people

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

Explore the area

East Dubuque, IL

Diamond Jo Casino
‪7 min drive‬
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
‪7 min drive‬
Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark
‪7 min drive‬
Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Our newly renovated floating cabin features retro vibes and beautiful views of the Mississippi River backwaters.
This cabin sits DIRECTLY in the water and is available for rent year round. Enjoy the nature around you while sitting on your private floating deck, or snuggle up inside in front of the electric fireplace and Smart TV.
This cabin features 2 bedrooms with queen beds, and a trundle bed in the living room with 2 twin beds.
Our rental is located at Millennium Marina.

We renovated a floating cabin into a truly modern and usable space! You will be staying DIRECTLY on the water. While this brings an abundance of beauty, it can also bring bugs or other critters in the warmer months.
We have a full kitchen (no oven), and we provide the basic amenities for you like pots, pans, silverware, plates, and other cooking essentials. We also provide 1 bath towel per person and bed sheets. We provide one cotton blanket, so please bring extra in the colder months if you like a lot of blankets.
You will have to walk down a dock at our marina to get to the rental. It is located on the back side of our restaurant.

Ask us about Pack-n-Play availability!

Sorry, no pets allowed.

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. 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.
SWIMMING NOT ADVISED, but if you do swim, it is at your own risk.

WE ARE LOCATED IN A FLOOD ZONE. While flooding only usually happens in the Spring for about a week, we are located on a river, so that means we can flood at any point. We will have to rebook your stay if flooding is in the forecast.

We really just want to make sure you understand what the backwaters are like. Its BEAUTIFUL around our 14 acre river front property...but that means BUGS in the Summer! The sunsets are OUTSTANDING, and the wildlife is abundant. We want you to understand that the river has a strong current, so SWIMMING NOT ADVISED- BUT CAN SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Absolutely no pets allowed. No parties or events. Quiet time is 10 PM. Please respect the neighbors.

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Owner

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

This rental sits DIRECTLY on the Mississippi River

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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 apartment is on the waterfront. Julien Dubuque Bridge and Five Flags Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Dubuque Marina and Bunker Hill Golf Course. National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium and Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark are also worth visiting.

East Dubuque, IL

What's nearby

Grand River Center - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
Diamond Jo Casino - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
Q Casino - 9 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪Diamond Jo Casino - ‬7 min drive
‪Filament Meetery & Eatery - ‬7 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
‪Dimensional Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retro floating cabin on river backwaters. HOT TUB! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Retro floating cabin on river backwaters. HOT TUB!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retro floating cabin on river backwaters. HOT TUB!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retro floating cabin on river backwaters. HOT TUB! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building 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).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

29 Mar, 2025

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

Perfect getaway

We loved staying here! It was a perfect getaway. The river was so peaceful and we saw lots of wildlife. The beds were comfortable! We look forward to staying again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darla W.

24 Sept, 2023

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

Great quiet get-away for a couple

The scenery was lovely, the proximity to things to do was perfect. It was just far enough off the road to be a nice quiet getaway

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeni B.

30 Jan, 2024

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

Quick get away

Lovely space! Great owners!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasie Z.

16 Mar, 2024

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

Mississippi Retreat

Being on the backwaters of the Mississippi was wonderful! Nature, cute accommodations, evening soaks in the hot tub, and a great restaurant on the property. So peaceful and relaxing. A run into Dubuque is just a short drive across the river for more adventure.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

21 Mar, 2023

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

Time went too fast!!

Loved our little getaway!! Hosts were great! Definitely would stay there again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

2 Aug, 2023

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

Wonderful

Was a wonderful little getaway. Planing to return!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Sept, 2023

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

Great in every way!

What a fun property. Enjoyed the views, hot tub, and location. Property was as advertised. Thanks for a great stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel Z., Green Bay

12 Oct, 2022

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

River cabin

Wonderful restful with lots of amenities. We loved it!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

13 Jan, 2022

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

Winter on the river

Nice quiet place to stay for a long weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corrine L.

23 Oct, 2022

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

Couples Long Wknd

What a great little gem of a hide-away! The owners were very welcoming and the area was great for a couples weekend; lazy mornings, shopping, dining & lovely sunsets to name a few.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

ROBBI H.

2 Jul, 2023

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

Gray hair don’t care weekend goes off without a hitch…

It was clean and cozy. And was it great place to have a relaxing girls weekend. The staff were very accommodating and kind.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

14 Nov, 2022

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

Perfection

This was the absolute perfect weekend. Accommodating and gracious host, BEAUTIFUL place, small but there was 6 of us and we never felt it was too small it was just great. Hot tub was hot, fire place was cozy, beds were great!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael N., Minneapolis

4 Jul, 2022

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

Really Nice Floating Cabin on the Mississippi Backwaters

The cabin is so peaceful, artfully decorated, quaint, quiet, and sitting on the deck with all the nature around us was fantastic. We also kayaked with the free 1 hour rental for the five of us. We will stay here again. The Millenium Bar next door has good food and a nice atmosphere, plus Live Music! This cabin was one of our more favorite VRBO Rentals.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernard L.

23 May, 2023

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

40th birthday

What a wonderful and unique location! Staying right on the water in a floating home. What a wonderful stay for our daughter,s 40th birthday. The hosts were charming and it was much closer to restaurants and activities than we had anticipated. We will come back.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

28 Aug, 2022

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

Great Getaway

Looking for a getaway and unwind this is the place. Serene water front house. Great restaurant and bar with great service next door. Closes at 9, had live music to enjoy from the deck. Enjoyed golfing and downtime Galena just 20 minutes away. We will be back.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

20 Jul, 2022

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

Unique experience-was great!

The houseboat is quaint, light and bright! Visited Monday-Wednesday and it was very quiet and private. Host left a very nice welcome basket filled with information and goodies. Lovely deck! Was just a short drive into downtown Dubuque, which was very convenient!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal D.

26 Sept, 2022

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

Beautiful Seclusion Close to Home

It was a little over an hour drive, very close to Dubuque. But it felt secluded from the hustle. Even with a restaurant in front, we enjoyed the view of the Mississipi, the hot tub was clean and inviting, plenty of space for a small home. It was beautifully decorated and inviting with special touches. The Host of the home was incredible when it came to communicating and helping anything unexpected. I would only suggest to advise the walls are somewhat thin so you can here all movement and sounds throughout if you are resting. We have already been having discussions on returning too!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha J., Dike, Iowa, United States of America

3 Jan, 2023

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

Quiet, secluded stay in winter.

Myself and my friend rented this quaint, cozy floating cabin over New Years weekend for a quick getaway to be in nature and enjoy the cozy atmosphere of the cabin. The size of the cabin was perfect; with a good layout with amazing views of the sunrise each morning and on clear nights, the stars and moon were visible. We stayed in the winter, fully expecting the cabin to be chilly as it is above frozen waters, but it was very warm and had central heat and an electric fireplace that made it ideally comfortable. The hot tub was heated to 105° and made for sitting outside in the cold wonderful; as we could relax in the hot water and watch the birds fly overhead or the stars at night without being cold. The beds were comfy, and the extra items provided in the bathroom were a nice and thoughtful touch in case we forgot anything at home. The only thing I would advise if you are staying during the darker months in winter is to bring a flashlight along with you to make walking to the cabin easier at night, as there isn’t lighting that illuminates the walkway over the water to the cabin. They did have a battery operated lantern available on top of the refrigerator, but there is still no outside lighting on the deck so it was a little difficult since we arrived after dark the first evening. The hosts were quick to respond to a minor issue we had that was out of their control (city water main break) and followed up with us to ensure we knew of a timeline of when the water would be fixed and offered to provide us with additional bottled water if needed. All in all excellent hosts and a perfectly cozy property at a good value. I am already looking at rebooking sometime in the near future again for another quick getaway!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022