he Mandolin Inn was built in 1908 as the family home of Nicholas J. Schrup, Dubuque's leading financier. Schrup founded the American Trust and Savings Bank, served two terms as state senator and was knighted by the king of Belgium during World War I.

The Inn gets its name from the unusual leaded and painted glass window on the first landing of the grand oak staircase. The window pictures Saint Cecelia, patron saint of musicians, holding a mandolin.

From the glazed tile roof of the turret to the mosaic floor of the veranda, every aspect is richly detailed and beautifully crafted.

egin your day with a gourmet breakfast as sumptuous as the room in which it is served. The dining room of the Mandolin Inn is thought by many to be the most magnificent in Dubuque. An artist has painted a fantasy forest above the oak paneling. The beveled glass china cabinet stretches from floor to ceiling on one wall. The superb fireplace, detailed with Italian tiles, rests in the corner.

Pampered visitors relax at day's end in the parlor or music room. In fair weather you may enjoy refreshments on the veranda.

Our guest rooms are meticulously decorated and a perfect place to kindle (or rekindle) romance. Each room is uniquely furnished and decorated with beautiful period antiques.

For year-round comfort, all rooms are provided with queen sized beds (one room with a King-sized bed), down comforters and central air conditioning.

elephone, wireless internet access, cable television, VCR, radio, books and stereo are accessible to all guests. Within walking distance of the Mandolin Inn are three colleges and numerous cultural attractions, shops and restaurants.

During your stay you are within easy driving distance of a myriad of sites and activities which are sure to be of interest.  Some of these are:  the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens; indoor waterpark; Crystal Lake Cave; the fabulous National Mississippi River Museum; Mississippi River Cruises; casino gambling; theater; The Dubuque Museum of Art; horse-drawn carriage tours of historic Dubuque; Fenelon Place Elevator – the world's shortest, steepest scenic railway for magnificent views of the Tri-State area; Park Farm Vineyards and Winery; the Dyersville Antique Toy Museum; the Field of Dreams movie site; and historic Galena and its multitude of antique shops and art galleries. Golf, downhill and cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails are available, along with the Heritage Bike and Hiking Trails and the Shenandoah Horseback Riding Center.

Amy Boynton, your innkeeper, chose to settle at the Mandolin Inn after a successful career in corporate America.  More than twenty years of business and personal travel took her to inns and hotels around the world and it is from these experiences that she defines her standards of style and service.

Whether it be business or pleasure which brings you to Dubuque, Amy hopes your stay in her Edwardian mansion will be enchanting enough to bring you back time and again.

he Mandolin Inn Bed and Breakfast invites you to return to a gentler era whenever you are in Dubuque, Iowa. Tarry a while in this charming Edwardian Mansion. Surround yourself with fabulous architecture and antiques. Relish considerate personal service.

• Full gourmet breakfast and afternoon beverages are included in the room rates.
• For the comfort of others, smoking is not permitted inside the Inn.
• Well behaved children delight in exploring the Inn and are always welcome.
• The Inn is handicapped accessible.
• Pets are not invited because the two sweet resident housecats are a bit selfish about sharing their space with other animals.
• Guest Parking is available on Main Street or at the Behr Funeral Home, one block north of the Inn. While checking in and out and handling luggage, guests may use the parking lot on the west side of the Inn.
• Check-in is from 4 to 6 p.m
• Check-out by 11 a.m.
• Other arrangements may be made with the Innkeeper
• To make a reservation, please guarantee one night's rate using Master Card, Visa, American Express or Discover. Personal checks or company checks are also welcomed.
• Refunds are cheerfully given to guests who provide notice 72 hours prior to cancellation.
• Special rates are available for business travelers or extended stays. Please contact Amy for more details.
• The magnificent dining room can be used to host meetings or gatherings for up to 20 people.
• You may entertain your guests with a catered dinner at the Inn.
• Use of the Mandolin Inn for weddings, anniversaries, receptions and family reunions can be arranged.

	AMANDA – $105 – Queen-size bed Burled oak furniture and a lovely non-working fireplace. Bay window with parlor chairs, a chaise lounge and TV/VCR. Private bathroom with shower is five steps from room. Teal walls/ moss green carpet. Faces south.
	ENGLISH COUNTRY GARDEN – $105 – Queen-size bed Walnut furniture. English rose wallpaper. This is a cozy room with TV and comfortable reading chairs. Private bathroom with shower. Faces north.
	GRAND TOUR – $85 – Queen-size bed Tall oak bed and mission oak bureau with parlor furniture. Sink and TV in room. Shares original master bath with SUNRISE ROOM.
	HOLLY MARIE – $140 – King-size bed Wedding/anniversary room. Matched rosewood furniture, including bed, dresser, armoire, vanity and TV/VCR/DVD. Turn-of-the-century wedding photos displayed on the walls. Private bathroom with shower. Faces east and south.
	POND'S EDGE – $130 – Queen-size bed This first-floor room is handicapped (wheelchair) accessible. Sleigh bed and a working direct vented gas fireplace. This is a lovely room with a TV/VCR and comfortable easy chairs. Private bathroom has roll-in shower. (Note: this is Cinde the head housecat's current favorite room.)
	SOLARIUM – $130 – Queen-size bed White wrought-iron bed and wicker furniture with ivy accents and wallpaper. Private bathroom has small antique claw-foot tub with shower. Original sun room. Has TV/VCR. Room is airy and bright. Private deck with view of the bluff. Faces south and west.
	SUNRISE – $85 – Queen-size bed Lovely brass and white wrought-iron bed and a bay window, TV and two comfortable wing chairs. Rose motif. Shares original master bath with GRAND TOUR ROOM.
	SUNSET SUITE – $150 – Queen-size bed Third-floor privacy. Bright yellow and blue bedroom with brass bed, oak bureau, chaise longue and comfortable reading chairs. Private porch with a great view of the bluffs off sitting room. Private bathroom has tub/shower. Sunny rooms with great views. Has TV/VCR.
	For a third person: A wrought-iron day bed (trundle) in sitting room can be used for sleeping an additional $15 charge for third person ($165), $10 charge fourth person ($175).