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Secluded Retreat ~ Indoor Pool ~ Hot Tub ~Close To Sundown Mountain

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Terrace/patio
Interior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 164200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Dubuque, IA
  • Place, The Meadows Golf Club
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Wedgewood Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Sundown Mountain
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dubuque

Located in Dubuque, this vacation home is on a river, within a 5-minute drive of The Meadows Golf Club and Sundown Mountain. .This vacation home is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Q Casino and 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Mississippi River.
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What's nearby

  • The Meadows Golf Club - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Wedgewood Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sundown Mountain - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark - 17 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Q Casino - 18 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pancheros Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded Retreat ~ Indoor Pool ~ Hot Tub ~Close To Sundown Mountain

Upon one of the highest points in Dubuque County, sits The Black Barn. With sight lines over 70 miles, it feels like you are in big sky country. The spa area with an indoor pool and hot tub has a two story wall of windows allowing you to see the million dollar view. The Black Barn sits on 7.5 secluded wooded acres, including a large patio with fire pit overlooking the scenic valleys. Black Barn has six bedrooms, a game room, three baths and accommodates and sleeps 16 guests. Guests on property are limited to 16.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an indoor pool and a hot tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Heated pool
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 35

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Text 563-543-6349 upon leaving.
Any breakage or non working items can be sent as text.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please, no more than 16 guests on property. We reserve the right to keep security deposit for non compliance. We do have outdoor security cameras.
Checking in early may be an extra cost.
No RV's. Please park cars on black top only.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Secluded Retreat ~ Indoor Pool ~ Hot Tub ~Close To Sundown Mountain Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

william n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is gorgeous! Had everything we needed - and then some! So clean and beautifully decorated. Our grandkids LOVED the pool and hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! Once again everything was perfect and we cant wait to come back! Family had such a great time in the pool and spa. House is clean and so well stocked. Easy checking in and checking out.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had an awesome time. Great facility! The pool and hot tub were great for our winter getaway! All around outstanding experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend 2026 is officially a wrap! An indoor pool is basically a requirement for this crazy crew! The setup at Black Barn is ridiculously perfect for our little family shindigs
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house! Our family enjoyed our stay at the Blackbarn! Pool and hot tub definitely a hit! Loved the spacious room for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and house is comfortable. The grandkids loved the pool area and pickle ball court.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

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

Family Getaway

The Blackburn was a perfect for our family to meet and enjoy one another with a few tourist excursions. The place was very beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V.

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

Great Family Retreat!

Pool, hot tub, sauna, out door space all great! perfect for a family gathering!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very clean. Host answered all the questions immediately beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was the perfect vacation home for our large family. The views were stunning! The pool, pickle ball, ping pong and all the other features of this house were wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with lots of room for both inside and outside activities and sunset views are unmatched. Hosts very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this property was perfect for our annual girls trip - and everyone is already asking when we will return! Spent both nights enjoying the views and a fire, the pool/hot tub, and got competitive in a few rounds of pickle ball and ping pong. Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy K.

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

Wonderful Family Gathering Home!

Our family loved staying at this home! Everything about it was wonderful! The beautiful view overlooking Dubuqe county, indoor swimming pool, parking, and pickleball court were all amazing! Many thanks also for being a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse B.

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

Great Place

The property and rents home is as described. It was everything we could have asked for plus a little more. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gena K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of the best places that we have stayed at. The view was phenomenal, George was excellent with the communication all of the amenities that we could’ve possibly thought of we met the pool was wonderful. I can’t say enough good things about it. the location is perfect. It was a great place to go to open gifts after my son‘s wedding and just relax in between all of the duties that come with a wedding.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and views! House was super clean with all the amenities you need. The pool was fabulous for kids and adults alike. Pictures don’t do it justice! Will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camille F.

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

Girls Adult Slumber Party

We had a great time hanging out in the spaces provided! The pool and hot tub were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing. Everything has been thought of. From the indoor pool, pickle ball court, ping pong table, fire pit, you never run out of things to do. Amazing views. Beautiful 6 bedroom home that won't disappoint.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

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

Girls Family Trip

The house was amazing! The pool and hot tub area was great. Very close to town but also far enough to have an incredible view and feel like you were secluded
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

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

Family outing

Excellent for family, skiers, or anyone. Hard to find a better pool setup, warm temperature, plus without that chlorine effect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

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

Family get way

Our family had the best time at this wonderful home. Gorgeously decorated in unbelievable scenic surroundings. We have stayed at multiple VRBO‘s and nothing compares to this one as far as cleanliness, things to do, and so very well stocked. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha H.

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

3 Sister's and their families

Perfect stay! The hot tub and pool kept everyone engaged. S'mores and a fire were great at night. And we loved the ping pong table! We definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli R.

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

Highly Recommend

Amazing property in the perfect location. Clean, great space, amazing pool with stunning views. George was an excellent host and very responsive. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Wonderful property, great host!

Four of our families stayed at this property for a Field of Dreams tournament. George was a super host and very communicative. We blew a fuse and he was very responsive and came right over. We would 100% stay at this place again! Great pool, clean, beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024