House in Racine, WI

Historic House with Lots of Charm and Beautiful Views

Historic House with Lots of Charm and Beautiful Views

Photo gallery for Historic House with Lots of Charm and Beautiful Views

Bucket of Blood Cottage
Unclassified image, 2 of 27, button
Beautiful views along a lakeside path just across the street
Beach side Oasis for food, drink, and fun when you're on the beach
Lots of picnic tables for gathering and grilling in the park down the hill

Overview of Historic House with Lots of Charm and Beautiful Views

Reviews
4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Racine, WI
  • Popular LocationNorth Beach Park4 min walk
  • Popular LocationRacine Zoological Gardens10 min walk
  • Popular LocationDeKoven Center5 min drive
  • AirportMilwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)29 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Historic House with Lots of Charm and Beautiful Views

Welcome to the lake! We have the ultimate family vacation destination in SE Wisconsin. If you are a family of 4-6, looking for a great, relaxing, low-tech vacation location, we hope you'll think about staying at our place.

Located in Racine, Wisconsin, on the shores of scenic Lake Michigan. Right across the street from North Beach, a top-4 freshwater beach in the Midwest, according to USA Today. This three-bedroom home originally built in 1837 has a lot of character and charm. Originally the Bucket of Blood Tavern on Main Street, the building was moved to Michigan Blvd in the late 1800s and turned into a residence by a British Naval Captain. Some say Abe Lincoln may have visited while it was a tavern, believe it or not!

The building has been renovated many times since then, but still retains some old features, like the (now decorative) wood burning stove and chimney in the living room - and a creepy basement if you're into that sort of thing. Otherwise, the home has been completely modernized and is very comfortable for groups of up to 6 people. We keep it low-tech, so there is no television screen, but we do have Wi-Fi if you bring your own devices, and there are plenty of games and books to have some good old-fashioned family fun time.

Three bedrooms with comfortable sleeping for six, includes one queen, one full, and a twin daybed with trundle. The views are stunning - you can enjoy lake views from the front porch and upper deck off the master bedroom. It is amazing to relax outside or in for a few days. We love this home and wanted to make it available for a select few to discover our part of Wisconsin.

We are located 4 short blocks from the Racine Zoo. A quaint, family friendly, very clean, social gathering spot. Also on the shores of Lake Michigan, it is the location of the Animal Crackers concert series, bi-weekly Wednesday night free music performances during the summer. It is also the site of the Annual Car, Truck and Bike Show.

Spend a few days or a summer week lounging on the beach during the day, letting the kids play on the life-guarded beach. Get out on the water with your boat or take a fishing excursion out on the lake. Bring your bikes to ride along the lakefront bike path and check out some live music down at the beach Oasis.

For baseball fans, we are within 30 miles of Miller Park and only 75 miles to Wrigley Field in Chicago. Either one is a short day trip. In the evenings you can explore the nearby local restaurants and several new and established brewpubs. We can provide suggestions and let you know about our favorite spots.

This is our second home and we enjoy sharing with family and friends. Strict occupancy limit applies. We do not allow parties which would harm the property and irritate the neighbors. If you are a responsible adult with a family and want to enjoy this property, we'll welcome you. Please send me an email with any questions, and I'll respond promptly.

Property manager

Megan Hutchison

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Daybed, trundle and pack and play available.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Additional cleaning fee will be charged if check out instructions are not followed.
There are exterior security cameras on the property monitoring the entrances to the home and garage.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a deadlock

About the area

Racine

This holiday home is located in Racine. Hot Shop Glass and Racine Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Racine Masonic Center and Thomas P. Hardy House. Racine Zoological Gardens and Franksville Park are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • North Beach Park - 4 min walk
  • Racine Zoological Gardens - 10 min walk
  • Quarry Lake Park - 4 min drive
  • DeKoven Center - 5 min drive
  • Wind Point Lighthouse - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Sturtevant Station - 14 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Reefpoint Brew House - 3 min drive
  • Mi Jacalito Restaurant - 12 min walk
  • Taqueria Arandas Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Chubbie's Pizzeria - 7 min walk
  • Smoke'd On The Water - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic House with Lots of Charm and Beautiful Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic House with Lots of Charm and Beautiful Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic House with Lots of Charm and Beautiful Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic House with Lots of Charm and Beautiful Views located?

Situated in Racine, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of North Beach Park and Lake Michigan. Racine Zoological Gardens and Racine Zoo Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 5 - Excellent. 27 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 3 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 1 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

4.7/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.7/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Ernie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic doesn't go far enough!
Amazing property. Very comfortable with everything you need. Less than a 5 minute walk to a gorgeous beach. The kitchen is well supplied. Beds are comfy. Totally worth every penny. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Clara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location right on the beach
We enjoyed being able to walk down to the beach or sit on the porch and watch the water, and the tennis courts were a quick walk down the street. Lovely vacation home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach House
Right across the street from a nice beach and near the zoo. The house was nice and had all the essentials for cooking your own meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

5/5 Excellent

David C., Sterling Heights , Mi.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding/family fun
We came in to town for family wedding in Racine. Wonderful home for family gathering, well appointed and across the street from beach! Perfect location and good parking in driveway. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

4/5 Good

Kelly M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vaca
We had a wonderful family vaca! Way more pros than cons. Pros- location is right across from the beach, huge plus with young children (3 under 7)! Slept my family of 5 very comfortably. We loved that it didn’t have a TV, was great for unplugging and spending quality family time. Right near reefpointe marina where we had grandparents living which was so convenient. The homeowner has a fully stocked kitchen and even toiletries if you need them which was soo convenient and kind (3 of my crew forgot toothbrushes 🙈). Bath towels, beach towels galore. So appreciate this extra touch. Cons- the house desperately needs a deep clean.. for the price we paid I expected it to be very clean so this was the only disappointment I have. On the surface inside it was fine, not great, but fine. However, under couches/corners of rooms, there were cobwebs and we had 3 spider friends in the 4 night stay we were there.. as for the outside, sadly it is not well maintained. Pulling up the house is very dirty and bugs/cobwebs all over the lights and porches. A beehive under the steps to the side door as well where you enter the house. We tended to not enjoy the front porch or upper deck due to the lack of cleanliness which is unfortunate because the view is beautiful. . Needs a good power wash. Overall I would highly recommend this property but think it could be cleaner. We had a wonderful getaway and appreciate you sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Megan Hutchison

Host profile image
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

More Holiday Rentals ideas