The Richards House

Surround yourself with elegance and craftsmanship at their best in this High Victorian home. Constructed in 1883 by manufacturer and financier B.B. Richards, this 4-story Stick style mansion with Eastlake effects is one of the finest... more

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"Enjoyed our stay!" 10/30/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

We enjoyed our stay very much. Thank you Michelle and Dave for an exceptional experience. The house is beautiful and the breakfasts, etc. delicious. And, of course, had fun playing with the cats! The Campbells, Algonquin

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"lovely" 8/6/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

An enchantment of history, antiques, awesome leaded glass windows, woodwork, and a terrific breakfast! read more


"Wonderful trip back in time" 8/5/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

Absolutely unique home and a treasure. We felt like we had traveled back in time staying in this B&B. It is absolutely amazing what the Innkeepers have done restoring this property with period pieces. They were incredibly friendly and made us... read more


"Dubuque rocks!" 7/16/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

Fabulous breakfasts. Knowledgeable hostess

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"Class of '62'" 11/17/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

What a great trip to the 19th century. Book now before it's too late! Wow, what a deal!

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"Never Judge a Book by it's Cover" 10/16/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

Upon pulling up to this B&B my husband said "I'm not staying here it looks like it is falling apart." I told him let's go inside, I read a lot of reviews and this is a good place. Well, was he suprised. This B&B was very... read more


"affordable and very comfortable" 8/28/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

I went to Dubuque to relax and renew. Michelle was very accomodating and even gave me breakfast on my schedule. I enjoyed the movies, the popcorn, the wine, soda and coffee cakes. After a long day exploring in 3 states, it was nice to come back to... read more


"Hidden Gem" 6/18/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

My mother and I stayed at the Richards House to celebrate our 30th and 50th birthdays. We had a wonderful time! The breakfast was AMAZING! As were the chocolate chip cookies! Michelle was so friendly and full of great information. We shared the... read more


"great stay" 6/18/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

1st time stay. great food, beautiful house, and wonderful hosts. will stay again. excellent rooms. a pleasure

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"Excellent" 6/18/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

always a treat to stay every year for the last 10 years. great service and beautiful rooms

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"One of my favorites" 6/12/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

I've been staying at Richards House 2-3 times per year for the past 3 years, each time is a pleasure. The rooms are very comfortable, Michelle and her husband are very welcoming and helpful with every request. Lots of fun books and a huge movie... read more


"Weekend Oasis" 6/6/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

The Richards House is like taking a step back in time. The quiet luxury of a by gone time - our hosts, David and Michelle, welcome you and care for your needs - and the food...Best Breakfast Ever!

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"Best B&B" 6/6/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

There are few things in this life you can depend on but a wonderful stay at the Richards House is one of them.

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"unbelievable history" 6/6/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

you feel like you are back into the 19th century

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"food is fabulous!" 6/6/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

michelle is a wonderful chef! whis was a gourmet breakfast!

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"The Richards House" 6/6/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Beautiful antigques; comfortable bed; excellent breakfast; gracious hosts.

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"Richards House Experience" 5/30/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

We have stayed at the Richard's house annually for over 12 years. The lovely rooms and atmosphere of the house is wonderful and very relaxing. The food is excellent! We will continue to stay there. I recommend it!

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"great value" 5/22/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

My wife and I were initially drawn to this place because of the price; the beauty of the interior was a close second. To put it simply, this place exceeded all of our expectations! The cooking was fantastic, most especially the cakes. The inn keeper... read more


"Frist stay at a B&B" 5/14/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

This was our first stay at a bed and breakfast type accommodation so I have nothing to compare it with. We found the atmosphere homey with each room detailed to the period of 1880's with furniture. We love older homes and therefore were allowed to... read more


"A Relaxing Get Away" 3/8/2008
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Stayed On: 2/2008

The details and history of this turn of the century home really do have you looking at the wood detail, pocket doors, and stained glass throughout the home. This truly is a labor of love for the Stuarts. The hospitality and food were excellent! In... read more


"Nice Place" 12/11/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

Good coffee cake. Pretty house. read more


"an amazing place" 9/25/2007
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Stayed On: 8/2007

We could have paid twice the amount we did and still considered it a steal. Beautiful rooms, fantastic food - both at breakfast and the treats left out all the time. Great hospitatlity. Would return over and over again. Loved it!

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The Richards House Bed and Breakfast
The Richards House, Dubuque, IA - Inn
The Richards House
1492 Locust St
Dubuque, IA 52001-4714
USA
Phone: +1-563-557-1492
Toll-free: +1-888-557-1492
Innkeeper(s)
Michelle Stuart
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$40 - $115
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The Library Suite bedroom.  First floor suite consisting of the Library and Parlor.  Private and quiet with two working fireplaces, a 5 and a half foot claw-foot tub, a dozen stained glass windows, a sitting area, and 12 foot celings with cherry woodwork.A room with a private bath.  These large rooms are furnished with period antiques and have fireplaces, a sitting area, stained glass windows, and an antique half-canopied bed.  A rollaway will fit in these rooms.
A room with a private bath.  These large rooms are furnished with period antiques and have fireplaces, a sitting area, stained glass windows, and an antique half-canopied bed.  A rollaway will fit in these rooms.A room with a private bath.  These large rooms are furnished with period antiques and have fireplaces, a sitting area, stained glass windows, and an antique half-canopied bed.  A rollaway will fit in these rooms.
A room with a private bath.  These large rooms are furnished with period antiques and have fireplaces, a sitting area, stained glass windows, and an antique half-canopied bed.  A rollaway will fit in these rooms.The entryway lighting fixture.  An antique gasolier (a gas chandelier) converted to electricity with period antique shades.  The fixture is 5 feet in height and weighs about 150 pounds.
A line drawing of the house.  It is four stories tall (plus a full basement with two walk-out street level doors) and has about 150 windows, ten gables and seven porches.Restoration of the exterior is in progress, don't let that deter you from seeing the interior.
Chimney restoration photo.  The chimney is now complete, but restoration of the exterior is in progress, don't let that deter you from seeing the interior.