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Cozy, historic Cream City brick, "Workers Cottage" 2 blocks from Lake Michigan.

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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This is, 2003 N Wisconsin St., the address your GPS will guide you to.
Side yard
Living room.
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Racine, WI
  • Place, Racine Zoological Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Point Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy, historic Cream City brick, "Workers Cottage" 2 blocks from Lake Michigan.

Cozy and charming 2 bedroom historic cream city brick workers cottage built in 1881. A certified Century Building by the Racine Historical Society with original Italianate windows, central air, WiFi and a full kitchen. Two blocks to the beach and 20 minute lakefront walk into downtown for coffee, restaurants and shopping. Pets allowed. Fully fenced in yard. Enjoy coffee and Racine’s famous Danish Kringle on the front porch. A walk along one of America’s great lakes is a must see.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Be sure to include pet fee when booking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn Nest thermostat to Eco setting.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please notify owner of total number of guests and pets.
No parties without prior host consent.

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

We should mention

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

About the area

Racine

Located in Racine, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Racine Masonic Center and Thomas P. Hardy House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Racine Zoological Gardens and Franksville Park. Sanders Park and Petrifying Springs Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Racine, WI

What's nearby

  • Racine Zoological Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Beach Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Reef Point Marina - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • DeKoven Center - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Wind Point Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Sturtevant Station - 14 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mi Jacalito Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Sausage Kitchen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rhino Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Stil Country Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dog's & Cream - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, historic Cream City brick, "Workers Cottage" 2 blocks from Lake Michigan. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cozy, historic Cream City brick, "Workers Cottage" 2 blocks from Lake Michigan.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, historic Cream City brick, "Workers Cottage" 2 blocks from Lake Michigan.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, historic Cream City brick, "Workers Cottage" 2 blocks from Lake Michigan. located?

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time at the little cottage. The area was quiet, and just a short drive to Milwaukee. The location is perfect, a couple blocks from a nice (and not crowded) beach. The house has comfortable firm beds and the A/C works great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaicob B.

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

Great place and very well put together

Lots of great things to do around the area. Amazing views right out the door. House was well kept and had all the necessary things for staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and great location to walk to North Beach which is what we were looking for. Beds were comfortable and kitchen and bathroom provided everything we needed. This is an old neighborhood but everything was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaye m.

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

Racine Trip

The house was welcoming and perfect for our stay in Racine. We enjoyed the garden and yard. The weather was super so we also loved sitting out on the porch. The house was clean and we lacked nothing. The location was great, close to family living on the north side. Also close to the zoo and the beach. We took walks along the beach walkways. We hope to be back next summer !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

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

Great Place!

Great location, walking distance to lake and zoo. Quiet safe feeling neighborhood. The place is thoughtfully equipped with anything you need. Plenty of room for a family. Next time I hope to bring the grandkids. The host is a great communicator, left ideas about water to eat etc. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina H.

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

Would stay here again.

Adorable house. Very clean and organized. We didn't cook while we were here- try out Olde Madrid- but just about anything you need to make meals. Glad for the coffee maker- try Wilson's Coffee and Tea. Andrea was great responding to my questions. Our dog loved going from one bedroom to the next through the closet. Be careful with the banisters for the porch they are a little wobbly. There is a blue binder that has some information. The Wifi address needs to be updated and we couldn't figure out the TV--but we were visiting my 85 year old mother and didn't spend much time watching TV. We will definitely stay here again when we come up to visit Mom. And besides the restaurants mentioned above- for breakfast-- The Maple Table and Meli Cafe. One of our best VRBO stays. Thank you Andrea for making this such a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accurate description. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

bonnie l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved the way the house was made. The fence was a plus. It was very clean, everything worked as it should. Andrea was very responsive. Located in a very convenient spot. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great family trip and stay. The Vrbo was just few minutes walk from the beach. Check in and out was fast and easy. The property was clean and had the amenities we needed. Our kids were wanting to stay longer they had so much fun. Thank you for an enjoyable place to rest our heads after having fun in the sun. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronald s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice clean house and yard very neet l would stay again
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

Great!

Well-thought out property. My dog loved the gated yard, just a few blocks to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Cute house with everything we needed!

The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The owner gave us suggestions for Wells Brother’s Pizza and it was amazing. Location is close to the zoo and beach so that was nice. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

H. Elaine F.

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

Just what we needed!

This is a charming home in a pleasant neighborhood. Access was uncomplicated, everything was as advertised. Free on-street parking was easy to find right in front of the house. The home was clean and well supplied. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. Communication with the host was excellent. I would seek out this property for our next visit.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Everything we were looking for

This is a very nice well-maintained house. We really liked the fenced in yard especially. Everything about it was just right for us. We needed a place to stay for a few nights while we are in town visiting and it needed to be pet friendly. It was a win on all accounts.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

vicki b.

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

Short respite from long roadtrip

Quick overnight stop to rest during a long roadtrip. Comfy, historic home was the perfect respite during a long roadtrip!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Perfect

The house was perfect for our needs! Just close enough to Kenosha that we could drive back and forth for all of our son’s homecoming festivities at Carthage. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

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

Convenient location; comfortable house

Andrea was a great host; we had a few hiccups, but we worked through them together! So close to North and Zoo Beach that I could walk 4-5 miles each day! Kitchen had all the dinnerware and pots/pans necessary for cooking! Futon sofa was comfortable to watch TV each night! Would stay here again.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

Great location for short stays

The best to share is the location. It is three short blocks from a well kept beach. Though we could not see the lake from the property. I believe this is a great property for a weekend getaway. We booked 2 months! So things a weekend guest might not be bothered by are more of an issue for long-term guests. The futon sofa is not comfortable for sitting on to watch TV. It is lumpy and uncomfortable. There are two small bedrooms. From the photos it was difficult to see that in one bedroom one has only one side for two people to enter from. The other bedroom has two walls and a closet around the bed so the entrance is from the bottom of the bed. Also, the bed we used (both of us entering from the same side) had indentations and probably needs to be replaced. The bathroom is attractive but the shower/tub drains slowly. Another plus is the fenced yard. The area has a crime rate above the national average so the fence gave us a sense of added security. The porch stairwell is wobbly and did not feel secure. The inside of the house has prior pet damage and chipping paint on some baseboards and doors. The house is cozy and a great location. I would recommend it for short stays but not for longer stays. The owner was going to be making additional improvements so I am sure from the work underway it will be nicer. Her gardens are quite beautiful and the home has lots of charm. Again, the location is very good.
Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Great Lake Getaway

We had a fantastic time staying here! Location was great for our beach/sailing escape. Clean, cozy, well appointed, exactly as described online. It was so nice to have a fenced yard for our dog (who loves swimming in Lake Michigan, and one of the reasons we frequently visit the area). The snacks and coffee were a nice touch and the bed was very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi P.

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

Vacation

Place was clean and convenient. Didn't use washer or dryer I didn't know how and didn't want to mess them up. I really have nothing to complain about was set up cute had everything we needed . Was a very pleasant stay thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Brenda S.

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

Beds were unsleepable.

The home was cute and the location was close to what it was advertised to be but it only had a peekaboo view of the lake. I found it very unusual that we were asked to strip the beds as this is usually included in the cleaning fees. felt like I was a maid. Most important, the beds were like sleeping on cement slabs. I could not sleep for two nights. My son, also an adult had difficulty sleeping as well. The most important consideration when staying away from home is a comfortable bed. This home did not have that. The rehab looked as though it was put together quickly or it wasn’t finished yet. The bedrooms had scratches on the inside of of one of the doors from where it looked like pets had scratched the paint off, and the woodwork on the baseboards were not freshly painted. The railings on the porch stairs were loose and unsafe, in need of repair. I would not stay here again for the above reasons and would not highly recommend. The positive, the fenced in yard was nice for children or pets and it was pretty.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Lovely property

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this lovely historic home.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn F., Charlotte

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

Cottage in Racine

We really enjoyed out stay. Loved sitting on the front porch where we could drink our coffee. Loved walking in n all the walkways by the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Wonderful Cottage Stay

4.5 stars rounded up to 5 for the purposes of this site. We came here with our two children, one 5yo and one baby. The location was great, we even found an amazing huge park about a 20 minute walk away in addition to the smaller park 5 minutes away. The cottage was so charming. Beach was close by and not super busy. There is a small crib provided but our baby didn't like it and preferred the one we brought. It is an older house and we had trouble getting the bedroom doors to latch without a lot of loud jiggling, which can be annoying when you are trying not to wake kids. Overall it was a lovely stay and we hope to be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jarod F.

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

We’ll be Back!!

The stay was Perfect!! Amazing 5 day 4 Night bucket list of a long weekend. With a Full plate of Events that we attended the ease of travel to and from Milwaukee & Chicago was a breeze. I will say Racine is Amazing. Our morning walks to the beach, cup of coffee and cribbage games on the porch were the perfect start to the days. Such and easy place to rest your head with a “make yourself @ home” type of feel from the the moment we arrived at the door. Andrea was more than accommodating and very easy to communicate with right from the start. Andrea allowed us to add a guest, unexpected during the original booking, to the trip just a few weeks prior. (No added expense, no complications, simply just a Yes, that’s not a problem at all). All in all, 100% we would absolutely come back to this home. I have yet to find anything I didn’t love about the Area and unexpectedly everything it has to offer! Thank You Andrea!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Andrea Scott

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Why they chose this property

I love this location 5 minutes from a lakefront run, pet walk or to watch the sunrise over one of America’s Great Lakes. We have beautiful beaches in the summer, 5 minute walk to the zoo and huge children’s beachfront playground. Beautiful contemplative fall walks along the lake. 20 minute walk from downtown coffee, shopping and restaurants. Don’t forget to see our lovely marina.

What makes this property unique

Unique, historical cottage “Cream City” brick home from the previous century situated near America’s Great Lake Michigan.

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