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Upper East side Home near Lake Michigan

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5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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10

Exceptional

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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10184 sq m

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Milwaukee, WI
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Wisconsin-Milwaukee6 min walk
  • Popular LocationFiserv Forum8 min drive
  • Popular LocationHarley-Davidson Museum10 min drive
  • AirportMilwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)20 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Upper East side Home near Lake Michigan

Shepard Avenue is loaded with history with each house having a unique story. Our home is called the Herman Zillgett Duplex. Built in 1926, it is a 3 story townhouse with original hardwood floors and built-in china cabinets. The home has been updated to display it’s charm yet remain comfortable. There are 5 bedrooms with 5 beds, and 2.5 bathrooms. The house is heated with radiant heat and there is an additional space heater on the 3rd floor for extra comfort, along with plenty of throw blankets throughout the house. During the summer, window air-conditioning units are in place on the 2nd and 3rd floors. These keep the entire house quite cool.

The kitchen is fully furnished with dishes, glasses, pots and pans, utensils, basic spices, coffee pot and grinder with coffee, and filtered water.
Entrance to the home is private. A key will be located in a lock box for easier check in.

Off street parking available. Baby friendly with Pack-and-play. Laundry available in your own private basement with detergent.

Property manager

Kristina Adoo

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1980 sq ft (184 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Upper Side Michigan Milwaukee
Upper East side Home near Lake Michigan Milwaukee
Upper East side Home near Lake Michigan Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Milwaukee

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Historic Water Tower, a neighborhood in Milwaukee. Milwaukee Art Museum and Henry W. Maier Festival Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Wisconsin State Fair Park and Milwaukee County Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Fiserv Forum or American Family Field. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.

What's nearby

  • University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - 6 min walk
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 7 min drive
  • Fiserv Forum - 8 min drive
  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 10 min drive
  • Milwaukee River Walk - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 8 min drive
  • Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheba Hut Toasted Subs - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sal's Pizza East Side - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper East side Home near Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Upper East side Home near Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upper East side Home near Lake Michigan?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Upper East side Home near Lake Michigan located?

Located in Historic Water Tower, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Park, Lake Michigan, and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. North Point Lighthouse and Atwater Park & Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Wonderful home, lovely location, neighborhood is stunning. Park, 2 blocks away. Home is well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in beautiful location
Home is very charming and qas exactly as advertised. Neighborhood is quiet and beautiful. Close to the lakeshore, UWM, and within reasonable driving to 3rd Ward. Kristina was great at communicating. We had a great time while visiting for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla M., Hammond Usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
This is one my all time favorite stays! Came to Milwaukee for a fest. A short Uber ride got us to the lakefront festival. The neighborhood is absolutely beautiful. Our host was very pleasant and very willing to accommodate. Thank you so much Kristina!! Love your place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stuff
No complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, nice neighborhood
Beautiful house and a great location. The furniture and beds were comfortable. We walked to Bradford Beach every day. The hosts were also very responsive. So glad we were able to rent this house. We will come back some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

Liked: Cleanliness
College friends reunion
We had a wonderful time on our weekend. The location was excellent. We walked to Lake Michigan and a cute area nearby and ubered any other destinations. The home had everything we needed and was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry T., Chicago, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home away from home
Our extended family stayed here to celebrate my son's graduation from Marquette University and it was perfect in every way. Kristina was attentive to any needs or questions we had. The house was beautifully appointed and in a fantastic neighborhood. Highly recommend this house and Kristina!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

PJ G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Last minute booking
This place was wonderful. Walking distance to the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home for family sightseeing visit to Milwaukee
We had an awesome stay! Large clean home with tons of character and all the conveniences of home. Several bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate large groups. Kristina was very welcoming and offered us a generous late checkout. Highly recommend this rental property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Location was convienently located to everything. The house was charming. It was very comfortable for our group and stocked with everything we needed. We will definitely stay here again. Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022