Upper East side Home near Lake Michigan

5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 101980 sq ft

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Milwaukee, WI

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee6 min walk
Fiserv Forum8 min drive
Harley-Davidson Museum10 min drive
Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)20 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd floor south

1 King Bed

2nd floor west

1 King Bed

3rd floor south

1 Double Bed

3rd floor West

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st floor

Toilet

2nd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

3rd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

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

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The fireplace is for decoration only. Anyone who attempts to use it will be charged the security deposit amount of $500.00.

Please let us know if non guests come over for a visit. Non guests are not allowed to sleep over, if so you will be charged an extra guest fee.

Quiet hours are between 9pm-7am. Please be respectful of these hours, for both our neighbors and us, as we do live next door.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

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

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.

Milwaukee, WI

What's nearby

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - 6 min walk
Milwaukee Art Museum - 7 min drive
Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 7 min drive
Fiserv Forum - 8 min drive
Harley-Davidson Museum - 10 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).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

Apr 21, 2024

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

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

Jul 17, 2023

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

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.

Jul 13, 2023

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

Good stuff

No complaints

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

Jul 3, 2023

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

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.

Jun 11, 2023

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Kristina Adoo

My husband and I came across this neighborhood by accident and fell in love with it. As 2 people who LOVE to travel, It makes us very happy that we can share our townhouse with guests who want to explore what our amazing city has to offer!

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