Historic House, Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed House In Milwaukee, WI

4.8

Outstanding(228 Reviews)

House in Milwaukee, WI

9 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

One of only two restored Frank Lloyd Wright-designed American System-Built Homes in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is open for public.

All Mission Style furniture, Stickley Sofa, and many built-in Frank Lloyd Wright designed furniture.

3 Bedrooms (two queen and one full size beds), 2.5 huge bathrooms, a daybed with trundle in the sleeping porch, Maximum of 9 people (if add a twin bed in the office).

A two night minimum stay is required.

Frank Lloyd Wright signed the actual building permit in 1916. A true Prairie Style original. Light-filled rooms create a warm, organic living space. Maple floors throughout, 80 leaded glass windows, built in bookcases and armories, tray ceilings, natural fireplaces. Spacious, vintage Danish-designed Poggenpohl kitchen. Amazing stained glass skylight floods staircase with light. Generous master suite with en-suite bath, natural fireplace, and many built-ins. Private, mature landscaped yard with deck.

No pets, no smoking.

Location:
One of Six Frank Lloyd Wright designed American System-Built Homes on the same block.

1 minute walk to bus stations 27# and 54#.
1. 1.1 miles to Milwaukee Domes
2. 2.5 miles to Miler Park
3. 2.6 miles to Potawatomi Bingo Casino
4. 2.7 miles to Marquette University
5. 3.1 miles to Harley-Davidson Museum
6. 4 miles to Downtown Milwaukee.
7. 4 miles to Milwaukee Art Museum, Discovery World, Summer Fest.
8. 4.7 miles to Bradley Center.
9. 4.9 miles to Milwaukee Museum, Marcus Center for Performing Arts
10. 7.4 miles to Milwaukee Zoo
11. 8.7 miles to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church (Frank Lloyd Wright designed), Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 40+ Frank Lloyd Wright designed buildings in Wisconsin.
12. 80 miles to Chicago, IL. 110+ Frank Lloyd Wright designed buildings in Illinois

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Milwaukee, WI

Nearby attractions

American Family Field

Milwaukee Public Museum

4 mi

Historic House, Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed House In Milwaukee, WI

4.8

Outstanding(228 Reviews)

House in Milwaukee, WI

9 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Milwaukee, WI

Nearby attractions

American Family Field

Milwaukee Public Museum

4 mi

Reviews

4.8

Outstanding(228 Reviews)

4.8

Jul 2024

Charming home with distinct and authentic vibe of FLW. Comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, lots of space to sit and chat. The only thing standing in the way of a 5-star rating is the lack of driveway and the noise of local traffic, otherwise a very special stay in Frank Lloyd Wright home.

4.8

Jul 2024

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at this charming house. The home has been restored to be consistent with Frank Lloyd Wright's vision of architecture. You really get the experience of living in a FLLW designed home while still having enough amenities for a comfortable stay. There wasn't anything that we needed during our stay that wasn't provided. Joan was a great host and very responsive.

4.8

Jul 2024

Really loved the house. Overall, we had a fantastic time. We are all big fans of FLW and were thrilled to be able to stay in one of his designs. Lots of delicious food and beer to sample and tons to do in downtown Milwaukee (Domes, Pabst Mansion house tour, Art Museum, Harley Davidson Museum, scenic river walk). Didn't love the neighborhood, was hoping that we could walk more places, but that wasn't the case. You will need to have a vehicle if you stay at this location. Point of contact with the property manager was initially difficult, it didn't appear as though she was receiving the messages I was sending through VRBO but that was sorted out and she was very communicative after arrival and through departure even notifying me that a pair of earrings had been left behind and mailing them to my sister. Couple drawbacks included the downstairs bathroom with a door that didn't fully close or latch. We invented a policy that if the trashcan was in front of the door, it was occupied. Not ideal. The washer worked fine, but we had issues keeping the dryer running which may have been our fault but resulted in air drying clothing. Again, not a huge issue, but inconvenient. There were also numerous cobwebs but overall the house was very clean. Tons of towels which was great.

4.8

Jun 2024

The home is unique and fun to stay in. It has a lot of character and interesting design. I recommend it to anyone who has enjoyed the works of Frank Lloyd Wright or wants to learn more about him. Experiences like this are few and far in between.

4.8

Jun 2024

Once in a lifetime opportunity to stay in a historic property designed by one of the world’s greatest architects. Very roomy, several sleeping areas, 2 1/2 bathrooms and a responsive, accessible host. Loved it.

4.8

Jun 2024

The property is as advertised and was what we expected. Our stay was a little wonky, as we arrived right after there had been a significant roof drain issue that caused what appeared to be pretty serious water damage to ceilings and walls in a couple of rooms. The owners Joan and Steve clearly had been working frantically to get things habitable for our stay. They made us feel very welcome and things in the house worked fine, but in hindsight I wonder whether the delay to remediation caused by our stay was the best thing for the house in the long term. I hope everything works out okay because it is a very nice property and they are excellent hosts!

4.8

May 2024

I have ALWAYS wanted to stay in a Frank Lloyd Wright house! What a gorgeous home! Joan was very accommodating. We were there for a family wedding. Close to airport, close to downtown. Loved it.

4.8

May 2024

Nice and clean lodging with great location to Downtown, Third Ward, East Side, and Lake front of Milwaukee!!

4.8

May 2024

Such a beautiful and historic house. We loved it.

4.8

Jan 2024

We loved our stay. It was a beautiful home. It is lovely to be wrapped in the design of beauty during a stay.

4.8

Jan 2024

Wonderful home for my sisters and I to gather and visit. Perfect dining area to sit and chat. Beds were comfortable. Shower was awesome. Glad we rented this home for our visit.

4.8

Jan 2024

We truly enjoyed our stay here. There was plenty of space for 6 adults. The kitchen was well modernized and stocked with many common tools. Many of the historic features of the home have been preserved.

4.8

Dec 2023

Wonderful host, beautiful home with historic significance. We loved the relaxing atmosphere and comfort of the architecture and furniture. Short walk to a great restaurant made our evening even more enjoyable. We enjoyed entertaining a few couples in the spacious kitchen and the next day took short Uber rides exploring Milwaukee. Great location and experience. Our host was attentive, kind and helpful throughout! Thank you!!!

4.8

Nov 2023

We were a group of 4 friends visiting Milwaukee. The house was historical and very interesting. The location was very convenient for sightseeing.

4.8

Oct 2023

Always wanted to stay in a real FLW...dream came true! Best part was the light coming through the windows in the morning and the fall leaves, like living inside a photograph.

4.8

Oct 2023

Nestled in a bustling Milwaukee neighborhood, this home is one of the 6 Frank Lloyd Wright Burnham block treasures from American System-Built between 1912-1916. The homeowners have made an adaptive reuse home transforming the original 2-family home into a single family dwelling that accommodates up to 9 people. While many FLW homes are restored and offer the ability to tour and imagine (like the neighboring Burnham block homes), being able to dwell within and experience the home at all times of the day and night allows a new level of appreciation for the detail and vision of FLW. The windows make the spaces with the changing light quality throughout the day. The creaks and sounds of the house with its original maple floors would’ve been much appreciated by any parent as a natural alert to teens hoping to sneak out. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Highly recommend taking the tour next door as well to see what the original layout was like. Joan was an extremely responsive host even with our very late night arrival and early morning departure. The location is convenient—within a 15 min drive from almost everything. The parking is a bit confusing but Joan did a great job of explaining it and helped with getting the required street parking permits. For those who love architecture, this is a must. Highly recommend this unique experience.

4.8

Oct 2023

The home was very interesting and had great architecture. Checking in was a little unorthodox but overall the trip was fantastic and we had a great time. We plan to go back soon.

4.8

Sep 2023

My siblings and I had a great stay at the Frank Lloyd Wright home. It was the perfect balance between authenticity and modern comforts with every amenity at hand. We’d definitely stay again.

4.8

Sep 2023

We had a wonderful stay in this Frank Lloyd Wright house. It was full of authentic features. Fortunately, the kitchen was modern! We would certainly stay again and will encourage our friends to head to Milwaukee.

4.8

Sep 2023

This property was clean and as described in the listing. An amazing house!

4.8

Sep 2023

Host was easy to communicate with and responded quickly. Also worked with me so our stay fit our needs. Thank you

4.8

Sep 2023

We had an enjoyable stay at the property. There was a great Mexican restaurant within two blocks. Everything we needed was included. The only real issue for use there was only one small shower. There was a large soaking tub in the main bathroom.

4.8

Sep 2023

A very historical stay. It was a great experience for My Family. Would highly recommend for those who appreciate Art history

4.8

Sep 2023

Over the years, we’d visited a few Frank Lloyd Wright buildings - Wisconsin, MInnesota, Alabama and South Carolina. When we stumbled upon this listing in VRBO, it was an easy decision to stay! The house is lovely. “Living” in the space- rather than passing thru- is certainly the next level experience. Also enjoyed the lively neighborhood! Definitely worth the visit and the adventure!

4.8

Aug 2023

We were excited to stay in this historic home. It did not disappoint.

4.8

Aug 2023

Living in a Frank Lloyd Wright house and touring 19th Century buildings designed by our great great grandfather was a dream come true ……. Like a timemachine. A perfect restoration. Building restoration in Milwaukee is a high art.

4.8

Jul 2023

We had a wonderful stay in an incredibly beautiful historic home. Surprisingly comfortable considering the home is over 100 years old. It was nice to have the bedrooms upstairs and separated from the living spaces downstairs. The wood work and detailing is incredibly beautiful. Will stay again the next time we are in Milwaukee.

4.8

Jul 2023

Very nice

4.8

Jul 2023

Beautiful Frank Lloyd Wright home... We were here for concert weekend and enjoyed our stay... The home is beautiful. We did not park but took Uber/Lyft everywhere. The beds are comfortable and the shower hot.. although the shower head is low ( I am over six feet tall.)& Shower head was at my chest. There is coffee maker but no Keurig. This is maybe something to consider (?) . Also the acquisition for the home key was interesting but the owner was quite helpful in helping us ascertain this . We would have loved a key code entrance lock ( just a thought 😉). The neighborhood is okay. However for the house and our needs it was perfect. Thanks for allowing us to stay .

4.8

Jul 2023

A marvelous Wright home, in a modest Prairie style--restrained, elegant, lovely. Also, quite spacious. It could easily accommodate a very large group. (There were just two of us, though.) We spent two days and greatly enjoyed just ordering meals delivered and watching TV and reading and enjoying the space. The neighborhood isn't the greatest--I guess that's Milwaukee--but if you're going to see Johnson Wax and other Wright sites in the area, it's a cool experience to stay in one of his houses!

4.8

Jun 2023

Always wanted to see a Frank Lloyd Wright house up close. It did not disappoint

4.8

May 2023

Happily, we were able to check this off our bucket list. Loved the large bedroom and the stairway skylight. It was very interesting living in a home the way Wright designed it. Our hosts, Joan & Steve, were gracious and helpful.

4.8

May 2023

Fantastic. Loved staying in a little bit of architectural history. Good location. Very clean and as advertised. Joan was very helpful and responsive

4.8

Apr 2023

Loved the chance to stay in the wright home! Enjoyed a themed family get together that was focused on FLW architecture and the amazing Grohmann museum. Comfortable and convenient, great communication. Would stay again.

4.8

Apr 2023

Our group of FLW home enthusiasts made our 9th stop at the Burnham Block home. We are on a quest to stay in every FLW home that allows overnight stays for the public. This home was well cared for and had all the amenities we needed. Joan was a great host to make sure we were all set for our stay. We really appreciated all the furnishings tied to the theme of FLW. This home is one of several FLW homes built as part of the American Systems Built project. We also took the tour offered by the Burnham Block organization that is slowly renovating each one of them. Highly recommend this home.

4.8

Apr 2023

This is a great place to host a 4 year old’s birthday and a 34 yo birthday. Very comfortable surroundings. Great cooking kitchen. Excellent owners

4.8

Mar 2023

Beautiful, historic Frank Lloyd Wright home. Spacious, comfortable beds, very well maintained and excellent hostess, Joan. Parking requires adherence to MKE odd/even rules; be aware of them, but not difficult to follow.

4.8

Jan 2023

We loved this place. It was wonderful staying in an architecturally interesting house—even the kids appreciated it, which was a bit unexpected. I never quite “got” why people are so obsessed with Frank Lloyd Wright but this house made me see the light. It’s very liveable—not architecture for architecture’s sake. I thought the neighborhood was cute—it didn’t seem scary, as one reviewer mentioned, though it was below zero so we didn’t walk around much. We found a great restaurant nearby—Vientiane.

4.8

Jan 2023

This was a great find when searching for a place to call home for a few days. We took so many pictures of the home and location. There is plenty to see, it is just like living in a museum. Thanks for a great experience!

4.8

Dec 2022

This is a beautiful home, full of Frank Lloyd Wright features. Combined with lovely furnishings and a spacious kitchen, you will have a wonderful place to host family and friends. (Note that the quoted price is for just 2 people, so if your party is larger, you’ll pay $50 more per night per person.) The host was very responsive and flexible. We highly recommend this property!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Milwaukee?

The average price for a rental in Milwaukee is $202 per night. This rental is $313 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Historic House, Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed House In Milwaukee, WI. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Historic House, Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed House In Milwaukee, WI pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Historic House, Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed House In Milwaukee, WI?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Historic House, Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed House In Milwaukee, WI

House in Milwaukee, WI

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About this house rental

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Map of Milwaukee, WI

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Historic House, Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed House In Milwaukee, WI

House in Milwaukee, WI

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Milwaukee, WI

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Milwaukee?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Historic House, Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed House In Milwaukee, WI pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Historic House, Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed House In Milwaukee, WI?

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