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Stunning Upscale Retreat - Steps From Everything

Lakefront holiday home in Milwaukee with kitchen

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In the heart of Milwaukee's vibrant upper east side, this luxurious property offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort. With a game room, spacious bedrooms, large living room, and chef's kitchen with coffee bar to call your own.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$918
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026

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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.

Stunning Upscale Retreat - Steps From Everything

Enjoy the full Milwaukee experience in this Historic updated retreat! You’ll be steps away from every dining option, lively venues, cozy bars, and the stunning lakefront. Whether you’re here for relaxation or adventure, this spot puts you right at the center of it all – making your stay effortless and unforgettable.

Professionally designed, this spacious home provides modern comfort along with the convenience of urban living being centrally located in the heart of the vibrant lower east side of Milwaukee. Walking distance to Brady Street, the lakefront, sporting and music venues, and coffee shops, restaurants, and night life.

This property is ideal for friends or family, boasting 1800 square feet and accommodating up to 10 guests, on a 3rd floor, approximately 30 steps from porch to unit, but well worth it! Enjoy the foosball table, multiple board games, and Alexa smart speaker for music.

After a day of exploring the city, unwind in the inviting living room, perfect for relaxation and entertainment with a large custom sectional, entertaining area and 65" smart TV.

Stunning well-appointed kitchen provides a great setting for meals and gathering around the table. Featuring stainless steel appliances, overhead hood, large island, dining space and coffee bar.

Bedrooms: Primary bedroom with king size bed and smart TV, and a walk-in-closet, 2nd bedroom with queen size bed, 3rd bedroom with twin over full bunk bed, twin day bed and bonus twin trundle bed, the game room also has a sleeper sofa that converts into a full size bed.

Spacious fully renovated bathroom features a walk in shower, and huge vanity, and a stackable W/D.

There is 1 garage stall provided with your stay, the garage is standard size, 7 feet wide. If your vehicle is larger, you can find ample free street parking as well.

As a bonus, enjoy the serene back yard for grilling or a relaxing get together.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 46 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please gather all the trash, extra bags can be found under the sink. Place bags next to garbage pail in the kitchen.
Please gather all your used towels and place them in the laundry hamper.
Please ensure all lights, AC units are turned off. Ensure the garage door remote has been returned and all doors have been securely locked as you depart.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

One garage stall is available, standard size of 7ft. If you have a larger vehicle, there is street parking. No parking in front of the garage.
Only registered guests are allowed on the property at all times. Loud parties or gatherings are strictly prohibited. Quite hours are 10PM to 8AM
Guest will be financially responsible for damages or replacement of lost items, TV Remotes, Garage Remotes, or broken items.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: Larger pets are allowed with host approval

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

About the area

Map
Milwaukee, WI

What's nearby

  • Brady Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lakefront Brewery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Veteran's Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 11 min drive
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Shuttle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Good City Brewing - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dogg Haus - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Comet Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zaffiro's Pizza & Bar - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Upscale Retreat - Steps From Everything pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning Upscale Retreat - Steps From Everything?

As of 25 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning Upscale Retreat - Steps From Everything on 6 Jan 2026 start from NZ$917.62, 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.

How much is parking at Stunning Upscale Retreat - Steps From Everything?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Upscale Retreat - Steps From Everything?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Upscale Retreat - Steps From Everything?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Upscale Retreat - Steps From Everything located?

Located in Lower East Side, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Brady Street and Lake Michigan. McKinley Park and Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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Stunning Upscale Retreat - Steps From Everything Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hugh L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place and close to Brady street! Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Great place!

Very nice location. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose S.

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

Great getaway

Excellent location, great gathering space, quiet neighbors, easy parking- we had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan H.

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

Excellent place

Great location and super clean property. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daria L.

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

Girls bday trip

Communication excellent Very welcome place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Uyanga G.

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

Great Location

We stayed for one night, had a great experience. The host was super responsive, would definitely stay again when visiting MKE.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna I.

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

Great location and apartment

This was perfect for us! A good amount of space, everything we needed to relax, and a wonderful location. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz D.

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

Graduation weekend

We enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect and comfortable for 6 adults.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

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

Great Stay

Was staying in town for the state fair and a Brewer’s game with some friends. Had an excellent time and would highly recommend if you’re looking for somewhere with good walking/uber access to the East side and lakefront
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eziekiell W.

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

Comfortable

Very comforting and the house was as nice as the pictures listed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Perfect!

This property was perfect for our one-night stay in Milwaukee. Super clean and spacious. Host was great and left detailed instructions and notes for us. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley S.

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

Historical

Charming historical area with plenty of street parking. This unit was spacious, smartly renovated and clean. We would stay here again and recommend to others.again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location, lots to do within walking distance, quiet building, nice accommodations. Our main concern was the accuracy of the listing. There were five flights of VERY steep stairs, some without handrails or visual markings to get up to the apartment. This presents significant concerns for anyone with mobility issues. I would not recommend for anyone with visual impairments, mobility concerns with stairs or who needs to carry strollers up and down.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ericka L.

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

Great place!

We had a wonderful stay! The host was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay. The check-in and out process was smooth & hassle-free. The home is beautiful and we love the decors! Overall, it was a great experience. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Good time in Milwaukee!

My college friends and I rented this flat for the night. Close to Fiserv Forum so we could enjoy the game. Close to downtown restaurants for dinner. It accommodated all five of us with ease. Even had a foosball table to entertain us! Would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marshall B.

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

good spot in a good location

we were a group of friends from Chicago headed to Brewers game. Great crash pad for us. Had nice common area. Walking distance to where we had lunch, dinner, drinks, and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very nice. Great communication from owner. It was quite warm during our stay and we would have preferred better air-conditioning options. There were more stairs to get to property than we had we expected and was rather hard for older adults, small children and bringing up luggage and supplies. Very clean place with small number of things to do when checking out. We didn't use garage and street parking was easy. Comfy couch and beds. Plenty of room and supplies for this family of 8! Appreciated the coffee pods and snacks that were left for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
My family was in town for a concert. The rental was close to the Lakefront and easy to get around from the unit. The only feature that I would have wanted to know ahead of time was the amount of stairs to get up to the unit. They were narrow, and steep. It made a few family members feel a little uneasy, especially bringing bags and food upstairs. It certainly didn’t impact our trip, we just would have known ahead of time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

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

Perfect location,plenty of room

A group of us stayed for summerfest. It was spacious, clean,comfortable, beautifully decorated, had a garage for parking and in a great neighborhood. It was in a great location with many places to eat and shop nearby. We walked to and from summerfest and felt quite safe. The owner was excellent to communicate with and so accommodating. Would absolutely recommend this property to others and will book again when in Milwaukee.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rocky T.

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

Family fun first time

Spacious “small” spot to stretch out after touring the city. Very clean and accommodating. Communication with the owner, fast and helpful. Since we visited in the summer, our nights were a bit uncomfortably hot without central air, despite the few small room ac units.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton P.

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

Bachelor Party

Really great experience. Had a small bachelor party with friends and family. The home was very clean and updated looking. We stayed in almost the whole time, and had an excellent place in the living room to sit back, talk, and play some board games. Very happy with the experience!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt W.

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

Worth staying

The property was a good place to stay at! I will say it was what we needed for everyone to stay and have a place to sleep. The only issue with was trying to fit a vehicle in the garage. We took my friends Tahoe and it was a tough spot to fit in the garage, which we can tell it’s meant for smaller vehicles. And there were a pair of eyelashes set out on the coffee table. But overall for anyone with a bigger family or group of friends that need somewhere to stay I would recommend this location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Galentine Overnight

We loved this property! Five of us stayed for the night and had everything we needed! The apartment is spacious, has a large variety of sleeping options and is extremely clean. The decor looks exactly like the photos (even better in person!) and has all the amenities you will need, including a washer and dryer if need be. Check in was simple and seamless. The neighborhood was clean and felt very safe. The host is wonderful. She communicates quickly and was able to answer all of our questions. We had some personal trouble come up as we were getting ready to depart and she could not have been more helpful in accommodating us. We would most definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Aniya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Events ? No events ?

Overall the place was very nice and lots a space . On the other hand it was a lot of stairs . I booked for the small game night on new years . Even when the site says it allows 10 guest they told me a different (lower) number in the check in information . (hints the place said events allowed only reason I booked . With that being said the host tried to cancel my reservation saying I would get a refund when I was already in the unit . Also saying it was a party suspected when I already told them what Was going to happen.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Awesome location, awesome property manager

We only stayed 1 night. House was clean with plenty of room for all of us. Some of the house was very old fashioned which added to the original charm inside. The proximity to nightlife and many other things was great, a very short walk. We went to the Brewers game and the local info the manager gave us was amazing. We took full advantage of the options available with the information she shared. The only down side (found on most homes in a very large range around Milwaukee) there is only 1 restroom. But thats most homes I found within a 200 mile radius. Be prepared for a good amount of stairs in and out. We enjoyed our stay without any issues at all! We would definitely stay again when we make it back to the area!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023