10/10 Excellent
Eric P.
5 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect space, quiet, and cute
Eric P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Entire home
Historic tranquil home in northeast Milwaukee's Donner Woods area steps to UWM
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Milwaukee, WI
- University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee2 min walk
- Fiserv Forum8 min drive
- Harley-Davidson Museum10 min drive
- Milwaukee, WI (MWC-Lawrence J. Timmerman)21 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Historic tranquil home in northeast Milwaukee's Donner Woods area steps to UWM
Experience Milwaukee like a local in this 2-bedroom house. This enchanting property listed on the National Historic Register is a duplex in a residential area with one half available (no common areas). Downstairs is a comfortable living room with large natural gas fireplace, a dining room with seating for 6, a fully equipped kitchen and full downstairs bath with shower and full size laundry. Upstairs features 1 queen bed in the front bedroom and 1 full bed in the middle bedroom. There is also a music room with vinyl and a growing collection of records. There is a full bath upstairs with tub/shower, . All bedding, towels, and soaps are provided with plenty of extras.
Off street parking is limited by size, free on street parking is available but an on-line permit is needed. I can help with that.
With amenities like fiber WiFi, streaming 50 inch TV, AC, private patio with gas fire pit and and Webber grill guests can relax and unwind in this cozy space. Book now and enjoy everything this house has to offer.
This property provides a unique and tranquil stay 8 blocks from Lake Michigan and 5 blocks from the Milwaukee River and bike path. Located a block from UWM and close to Oakland Ave dining and shops.
Downtown entertainment and museums are 3 mile away. Enjoy Lake Michigan lakefront and beaches close by. Milwaukee Bus routes on adjacent streets.
Off street parking is limited by size, free on street parking is available but an on-line permit is needed. I can help with that.
With amenities like fiber WiFi, streaming 50 inch TV, AC, private patio with gas fire pit and and Webber grill guests can relax and unwind in this cozy space. Book now and enjoy everything this house has to offer.
This property provides a unique and tranquil stay 8 blocks from Lake Michigan and 5 blocks from the Milwaukee River and bike path. Located a block from UWM and close to Oakland Ave dining and shops.
Downtown entertainment and museums are 3 mile away. Enjoy Lake Michigan lakefront and beaches close by. Milwaukee Bus routes on adjacent streets.
Property manager
david b taylor
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Milwaukee
Downer Woods, a neighbourhood in Milwaukee, is home to this holiday home. Henry W. Maier Festival Park and Harley-Davidson Museum 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.
Milwaukee, WI
What's nearby
- University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Veteran's Park - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
- Fiserv Forum - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
- Milwaukee Art Museum - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
- Harley-Davidson Museum - 10 min drive - 7.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Culver's - 19 min walk
- Corner Bakery Cafe - 3 min drive
- Oakland Gyros - 17 min walk
- Sal's Pizza East Side - 14 min walk
- Cheba Hut Toasted Subs - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by david b taylor
I grew up in Western New York then spent 30+years in both northern a d southern California. Finished my career in Wisconsin and decided to retire in the Great Lakes Region.
Why they chose this property
Beautiful old Holmes near the Lake and river. Walkable and country quiet with easy access to all Milwaukee has to offer.
What makes this property unique
The architecture, design, and construction. Quirky one of a kind!
Languages:
English
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