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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 16
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Milwaukee, WI
- Place, Brady Street5 min walk
- Place, Veteran's Park11 min walk
- Place, Milwaukee Art Museum14 min walk
- Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet
About this property
The Prospect Mansion & Gallery -great for weddings
The Prospect Mansion and Gallery is centrally located in the heart of Milwaukee's arts and entertainment district. Just steps away Milwaukee's lakefront, restaurants, bars and shops. With 6 Bedrooms and 3.5 Baths, the home comfortably accommodates groups of all sizes, including small weddings. The main floor is set to entertain with a grand foyer that spills into a living room, study, and large dining room. You can also buy a painting from local artist Anton Carter right off the walls!
The space
Truly a beautifully preserved piece of Milwaukee's history!
Just a short walk to Milwaukee's lakefront. Allowing easy access to the cities parks, Summerfest grounds and lakefront activities.
In addition to what was described above - the main floor also includes a newly updated, fully stocked kitchen with 2 butlers pantries. One half bath and one bedroom complete the first floor.
The second floor has 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.
Please note that though you will have your own dedicated unit, this is a duplex. This listing is for floors 1 & 2. We also have another unit that is accessed via an external stairway on floors 3 & 4. Parking behind the home will be shared with this unit as well.
Guest access
We will provide a door code the morning of check-in.
Other things to note
History of the home: The Willard Merrill House was built in 1889.
The residence is on the National Register of Historic Places. The building has a unique history, and was used for a variety of purposes in the past. Mr. Merrill, who ordered the construction of the home, was a Wisconsin legislator and Vice President at Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance company. He moved to Milwaukee from Rome and paid $7,000 for the construction. Later, it housed The Association of Catholic Women and was used as their clubhouse and offices. The home was most recently owned by Leon Travanti, a retired UWM art professor, who is well-known locally for his Circus Parade posters.
The space
Truly a beautifully preserved piece of Milwaukee's history!
Just a short walk to Milwaukee's lakefront. Allowing easy access to the cities parks, Summerfest grounds and lakefront activities.
In addition to what was described above - the main floor also includes a newly updated, fully stocked kitchen with 2 butlers pantries. One half bath and one bedroom complete the first floor.
The second floor has 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.
Please note that though you will have your own dedicated unit, this is a duplex. This listing is for floors 1 & 2. We also have another unit that is accessed via an external stairway on floors 3 & 4. Parking behind the home will be shared with this unit as well.
Guest access
We will provide a door code the morning of check-in.
Other things to note
History of the home: The Willard Merrill House was built in 1889.
The residence is on the National Register of Historic Places. The building has a unique history, and was used for a variety of purposes in the past. Mr. Merrill, who ordered the construction of the home, was a Wisconsin legislator and Vice President at Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance company. He moved to Milwaukee from Rome and paid $7,000 for the construction. Later, it housed The Association of Catholic Women and was used as their clubhouse and offices. The home was most recently owned by Leon Travanti, a retired UWM art professor, who is well-known locally for his Circus Parade posters.
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75
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About the area
Milwaukee
Downtown Milwaukee, a neighbourhood in Milwaukee, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan, while Henry W. Maier Festival Park and Harley-Davidson Museum are cultural highlights. 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
- Brady Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Veteran's Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Milwaukee School of Engineering - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Milwaukee Art Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- County Clare Irish Inn & Pub - 6 min walk
- Nomad World Pub - 8 min walk
- Jack's American Pub - 8 min walk
- The Garage - 8 min walk
- WurstBar MKE - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Check-in
8.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
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2 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Eric E.
1 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay
Eric E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Paul K.
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Completely happy
Paul K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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