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

Beach nearby, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, beach towels
Terrace/patio
Exterior
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent(26 Ratings)

House in Racine, WI

4 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this house rental

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.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

4.5 / 5.0
Excellent(26 Ratings)
3.0 / 5.0
star 4 emptystar 5 empty
Sep 2024
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.
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2024
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!
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2024
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!
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
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
3.0 / 5.0
star 4 emptystar 5 empty
Sep 2023
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.
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2023
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this lovely historic home.
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2023
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
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2023
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.

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Racine is $211 per night. This rental is $50 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cozy, historic Cream City brick, "Workers Cottage" 2 blocks from Lake Michigan.. 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 Cozy, historic Cream City brick, "Workers Cottage" 2 blocks from Lake Michigan. pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Cozy, historic Cream City brick, "Workers Cottage" 2 blocks from Lake Michigan.?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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