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Grand Victorian on the Mississippi

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Fort Madison

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A room with a wooden floor, a fireplace with a mantel, a door with glass panels, and a framed painting on the wall.
A grand piano in a room with a patterned carpet, red curtains, and a decorative metal partition.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, a dishwasher, and two rugs.
A grand staircase with ornate railings, a wooden table with a vase, and a patterned rug in a spacious room with wooden flooring and classic decor.
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a patterned rug, and a stained glass window.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 104861 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Fort Madison, IA
  • Place, North Lee County Historical Society
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Riverview Pavillion
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Fort Madison
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fort Madison

City center stay.Your stay at this vacation home will put you steps from Central Park and a 5-minute walk from Fort Madison Area Arts Association. North Lee County Historical Society and Sheaffer Pen Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • North Lee County Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sheaffer Pen Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fort Riverview Pavillion - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Fort Madison - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fort Madison Marina - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Burlington Station - 27 min drive
  • Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Turnwater Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo61 Bar & Grille - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Vel's Amigos - ‬5 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.

Grand Victorian on the Mississippi

This spacious Victorian home has plenty of room for your whole family or group, Located in the historic district across the street from Central Park and only two blocks from downtown and the Mississippi river you will have easy access to everything. There are comfy couches to relax in front of the TV, a large dining table and kitchen, and spacious office if you need to get some work done. We are in the process of renovating the house and bringing back all it's Victorian charm, but no work will ever be done while guests are staying at the house. The inside is 95% done and the outside is 25% done. We hope you love all the historic details of this house as much as we do!

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Property amenities

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

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,861 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

  • No pets 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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Victorian On The Mississippi
Grand Victorian on the Mississippi Fort Madison
Grand Victorian on the Mississippi Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Grand Victorian on the Mississippi to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.6 mi (21-min drive) away from the Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Victorian on the Mississippi?

As of Oct 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Victorian on the Mississippi on Oct 19, 2026 start from $435, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Grand Victorian on the Mississippi have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Grand Victorian on the Mississippi offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Grand Victorian on the Mississippi?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Grand Victorian on the Mississippi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Grand Victorian on the Mississippi?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Grand Victorian on the Mississippi have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Grand Victorian on the Mississippi have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Grand Victorian on the Mississippi to downtown Fort Madison?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from Fort Madison.

Grand Victorian on the Mississippi Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really fun house, with antiques and a lovely ambiance!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful historic home. Beautiful period furnishings. Comfortable mattresses and bedding. Updates kitchen. Fans in all the bedrooms and lovely electric fireplaces for ambiance and/or heat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was beautifully decorated! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
A step back in time! Very enjoyable!! Incredibly maintained, well supplied, looks on to a beautiful park and easy parking. The host response is very prompt. Looking forward to a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Grand Victorian is AMAZING!! The house is gorgeous and beautifully decorated. Everything was there that we needed, the area was peaceful and easy to access. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely house with tons of room

Loved the house and will be staying there every time I am in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun trip with friends

Get stay and a great home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family visit

Excellent, we have stayed here several times, always great place to stay. Always look forward to the progress made on the house each time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious property for a large family

Such a cool property in a quiet neighborhood. It offers plenty of space for a large family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay - lots of room!!

Loved that each of 4 couples staying at the home had separate bedrooms. Plenty of bathroom space and living space for 8 adults! Great communication from owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely wonderful experience!

Wife and I stayed here for a night and everything about this property was amazing. It was clean, the structure is stunning and owner was very responsive and helpful with questions. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying in this house with character! My kids liked that the park was across the street so they could go play when we had a little down time. We spent most of our time in Nauvoo (which wasn’t ideal because the bridge was closed) but the restaurant down the street was delicious and fun. We liked how many bathrooms and bedrooms for all of us to use. The kitchen was big and well stocked with different sizes of bowls, pans, etc and which was nice because we tried to save some money by cooking at the house. It was easy to check in and clean up was a breeze. The parking in the back was nice for our three vehicles and we loved going through the house to see the work that had been done. I really appreciated the laundry room being stocked with some allergen friendly detergent and how close the house was to some grocery stores and restaurants. We are from a place that doesn’t have trains so my kids loved walking down to the bridge to watch the trains go past as well. Overall it was an excellent place to stay and I love all of the cute furnishings! My kids loved going through the house staying only on the rugs, too. They were disappointed the piano had some keys that didn’t play but I didn’t really expect it to. Super fun all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Down Memory Lane

Stayed at property two years ago, liked it so much that we invited two friends to share experience. It was fun to enjoy the changes that have happened in two years.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful, historic house. We had 7 people and stayed for 3 nights. Quiet neighborhood. There were comfortable beds and pillows, plenty of towels, plus some shampoo and things in the bathrooms. Washer/dryer and detergent. A well stocked kitchen. Two smart TVs. Good wifi. It was great! Our only complaint was from our 11 year old, that she couldn’t get to the top of the tower (in the attic) haha!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
WE loved the old Victorian style home. Spaces to gather in, a large, furnished kitchen with all the comforts of home. Bathrooms were big, clean & furnished with the essentials. Decor was wonderful with the woodwork & stain glass & color scheme. Wi-Fi was available with a large TV. easy locking system. Suggestion: could use a screen back door to keep the flies out when coming in & out. I know it's still being renovated, so next time I'll be excited to see the changes. I didn't need earplugs either.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely fabulous

Class reunion!!! We had a group of friends meet up and stay at this Vrbo. It was so beyond expectations. We could not have asked for a better experience. WE WILL HE BACK. We had the best time at the most excellent location in such an incredible unique historic home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Charming victorian

It is always a challenge to remodel older homes while trying to offer modern conveniences. This home retained all its Victorian charm while offering a modern kitchen and updated bathrooms. The property was clean. The baby grand piano added a beautiful touch for us although it needs a tuning. The neighborhood is filled with older homes, many in need of serious work. Overall a very nice, charming Victorian!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Victorian Home

This home is a lovely property very well located in Fort Madison. My only issue with staying here was the lack of sufficient wash cloths for each of us to use, dishcloths and dish towels for the kitchen and cobwebs that appeared to have been there for a while in the dining room area and on the way upstairs in the front hallway. Otherwise, the kitchen was well stocked with cookware and dishes of all kinds. It was nice having so many bathrooms. The showers were quite small but ok. The property manager was easy to contact and very responsive to my questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A

Victorian colors are dark. I don't like dark colors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We Expected Plenty ... And Got More Than We Expected!

Some details, in case it helps those considering staying at the property: 1. This old and very classy, stylish house was bigger than we expected. We were very comfortable. 2. The house was under construction during our stay, no contractors or workers came around. There is much work to be done to get everything in this beautiful home up-to-date while maintaining its original elegance and beauty. We found ourselves cheering for the owners as they attempt this! The home is quite stunning, and we truly hope the owners can get all the renovations done without destroying what was surely a masterpiece back when it was built. 3. The air conditioning worked better than we expected, which was quite a relief: it was very hot during our stay. 4. Some bathroom locks were missing or didn't work (or we couldn't figure it out), but we managed without issues. Having four bathrooms helped! 5. Our visit was primarily for Nauvoo excursions, but we found Fort Madison much more interesting than we expected as well. The old fort on the river, the very old prison, the old train station and the park across the street were all a treat. We couldn't find anyone in the city that could/would open anything up for us or show us around, but we still enjoyed what we could. 6. The bridge to Illinois is $2.00, only when going in to Illinois. We never had to wait for river traffic ... not sure how often the swinging truss has to swing out to let a large ship through. 7. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it so much!

We loved it! quite the project you have with registration. Well not complete we had so much fun. And could easily overlook restoration process. Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Comfortable

Quiet nei
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

Great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location

Fabulous historical home across from Central Park. Perfect location for our family reunion.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022