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 and most original Victorian homes in Dubuque. The Richards House features a dazzling display of nearly 90 stained glass windows, eight ornate fireplaces, seven varieties of varnished woodwork, 15 patterns of embossed wall-coverings, original chandeliers, hand-painted and embossed tile, elaborate built-ins and more. Our large rooms are furnished with period antiques. Most have concealed TV's, VCR's and DVD players, working fireplaces and private baths featuring original fixtures. Queen sized beds are standard. Rates include a full breakfast for two served in the formal Dining room. Beverages and snacks are always available.
Note: Exterior restoration is in progress. Please don't let it deter you from seeing the fabulous interior.

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • City
    • Downtown
  • Directions to property:
    Locust Street is the north-south street at the foot of the US 20 bridge into/from Illinois. Go north on Locust Street(turn right off Highway 20 if coming from Illinois) and go through Dubuque's downtown and past the Civic Center. We are in a residential historic district on the corner of 15th and Locust Streets.
  • Nearest major airport: Dubuque, IA (DBQ) 3 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Go north on US 61. Take the Downtown/Locust Street exit. (First exit after the Grandview Street exit.) Go through downtown, past the Civic Center, to 15th and Locust Streets.
  • Meeting places:
    • Airport
    • Bus

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 7 guest accommodations
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 40.00 and $ 115.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 45.00 and $ 115.00
  • The rate for each additional person is between $ 5.00 and $ 10.00
  • Other Accommodations: Suites

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • DVD Player
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR
  • Videos
  • Wi-Fi
    • On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Computer
  • Fax Machine
  • Internet Service
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wedding Facilities
    • Other Amenitites
  • Working fireplaces in rooms

    • Meals

    • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: Guests select time
    • Breakfast is served in the Dining Room, In room
    • Lunch is available by special request
    • Dinner is available by special request
    • Additional food services included in room rate: Snacks & beverages are always available, Dessert, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
    • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

    Policies

    • No minimum stay required
    • Smoking is allowed in limited areas
    • Limited accommodations for guest pets
    • Children are welcome
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Complimantary wine)
    • Deposit amount required (Credit/Debit card guarantee required.)
    • Check in time is Flexible and Check out time is 11:00 am
    • Cancellations:
      72 hour notification
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • Dubuque Chamber of Commerce
      • Iowa Bed & Breakfast Guild
      • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
      • Chamber of Commerce

    Discounts available:
     40%Corporate - Sun thru Thurs - non-holiday 
     40%Government - Sun thru Thurs - non-holiday 

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Michelle Stuart
    • The innkeepers speak: English
    • There is one cat on the property

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Univerisity of Dubuque, Loras College, Clarke College, Greyhound Park & Casino, National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, Fenlen Place Elevator, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Mountain Bike trails, Mississippi River walk, River rides, Outdoor concerts, Trolley rides/tour, Eagle watching, Horse-drawn carriage tour, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Video Arcade, Water sports

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    Dubuque Nearby Cities

    Noted below are the approximate distances from Dubuque, Iowa.

    Durango B&B's - 6 milesBellevue B&B's - 17 miles
    Hazel Green B&B's - 12 milesMaquoketa B&B's - 22 miles
    Galena B&B's - 13 miles 

    Contact Information

    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
    Rates:
    $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.

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • Antiques/decor
    • Business travel
    • Christian Travel
    • Economical rates
    • Family Travel
    • Gourmet food
    • Honeymoons
    • Luxury
    • Romantic escape
    • Weddings

    Type:
    • Bed and Breakfast
    • Historic Inn
    • Urban Inn

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Stick (Queen Anne variation)
    • Built in 1883
    • Opened for business in 1989
    • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
    • Parking available