Large home for group gatherings! Reunions. Business travel.

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5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12250.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Hot tub
Barbecue grill
Washer
Dryer
Parking available

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Kenosha, WI

Carthage College
‪3 min drive‬
Simmons Island Beach
‪5 min drive‬
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
‪7 min drive‬
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional)
‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Family Room

2 Double Futons

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Large cottage estate near beaches, dining & Carthage College. 5 BR's & 4 full Bathrooms. The new chef's kitchen supplies you with everything you need for the makings of a culinary feast with Viking & Subzero appliances. Enjoy meals in our large dining area inside or out. There’s 2 spacious living rooms for gathering, playing & relaxing by a fire. Enjoy the sunrise from our spacious front porch sitting on a rocking chair sipping your morning brew.
There’s so much space here set 250 feet off the road, there’s tons of space to run and explore with partial Lake Michigan views, a lush forest to galavant in, and outdoor spaces for dining & recreating in. The harbor, downtown restaurants, shopping & museums are a short drive/bike. Family & group activities including tree house, swings, basketball court, 7-person hot tub & lawn games!

Property manager

Shelly

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

About the area

Kenosha

Kenosha is home to this holiday home. Anderson Arts Center and DeKoven Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Elsie Mae's Canning and Alpaca Art. Travelling with kids? Consider Kenosha Public Museum, or check out an event or a game at Tarble Athletic and Recreation Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

Kenosha, WI

What's nearby

Carthage College - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Simmons Island Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Civil War Museum - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Kenosha Public Museum - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
University of Wisconsin-Parkside - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

Kenosha Station - 5 min drive
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Waterfront Warehouse - ‬20 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
‪Gateway Cafe - ‬5 min drive
‪Derango's - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Large home for group gatherings! Reunions. Business travel. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large home for group gatherings! Reunions. Business travel. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large home for group gatherings! Reunions. Business travel. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large home for group gatherings! Reunions. Business travel. located?

This family-friendly Kenosha holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Carthage College and Lake Michigan. Alford Park Beach and Pennoyer Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Karl A.

14 Jan 2025

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

Great base for extended family visit

Spacious, beautiful home with comfortable gathering spaces and lots of seating for eating together with extended family.Host was easy to reach and responded quickly to messages. Slight mixup on the part of VRBO regarding check-in instructions, but host gave us what we needed to get in.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

13 July 2021

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

Great Family Time!

We had so much fun and the place was beautifully done! Plenty of room and places to get away even. Would definitely recommend this property to everyone!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H., Chicago

25 June 2023

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

Great communication

Great property. Amazing kitchen, yard and porch!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan L., USA

2 Oct 2023

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

55th SJHS Class Reunion house

I always rent the best, This property was perfect, clean and beautiful. Our group of 4 couples have done this many times now and this house did not disappoint. We are 73 yrs old now and Shelly and Joe answered their phone 10 times before we got the house figured out! Great owners.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S., Chandler, AZ

15 June 2023

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

Family time

The house fit our family of 12 very well and allowed every family to have their own bathroom, which is always helpful with a large group from out of town! Communication with the owner was quick and easy. The house is stocked with plenty of towels, sheets, and kitchen items. Just a side note that the washer needs to have a clean out, it happens with front loaders. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey D., Portland, OR

3 Jan 2024

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

Perfect holiday get-away destination!!

My husband and I selected this house for a pre-Christmas get-away with our four adult daughters, two husbands and a baby. We couldn't have been happier with our selection.The on-line photos do a good job of accurately representing the amenities, of which there are many. Each couple had their own distinct room, two of which had en suite bathrooms and three of which had shared hall baths. We also enjoyed that there were two distinct sitting areas -- the downstairs living/dining area and the spacious upstairs family room/den. Everyone was able to find a space for themselves, if they wanted some alone time (or to scream/sing while watching Taylor Swift's Eras Tour again!). The beds were comfortable (although note that the pillows are very firm) and the water pressure in the showers was exceptional. But the best part about the house is how well-appointed it is. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare a meal for 8 people (as we did every night). The dining table comfortably seats up to 12 people (or 8 people and a jigsaw puzzle in progress!). As we were there in December, we very much enjoyed having the wood-burning stove (wood provided!) and the outdoor hot tub (which was very clean and well-maintained). And don't forget the ping pong table in the garage which was the source of many heated tournaments! As we were leaving, our kids asked when we could come back and do it all again. Maybe summer next time, so we can take advantage of all the outdoor activities, as well.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., Saint Peters, USA

16 Aug 2022

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

Guys weekend

This year was our 21st annual fishing trip and we decided to try our luck salmon fishing on Lake Michigan. We needed a house large enough for 12 guys that was close to the lake and this one did not disappoint. Great outdoor space for hanging and grilling, chilling, and throwing cornhole (bring your own boards if you’re serious throwers.) Inside was huge with a nice kitchen featuring Viking appliances and a Sub Zero fridge/freezer. Dining/living room was great for meals and a table big enough for everyone to play poker and have a seat. Lots of beds and extra space for those not wanting to have an awkward spoon. If you’re near Kenosha and looking for a space that accommodates a large group I would certainly recommend this house!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Francesca A., Lake in the Hills

8 Nov 2021

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

Retreat

This home is a wonderful place to retreat, reset and refresh. I brought women together from their mid-20's to 60's and everyone enjoyed this home. There was space to be alone and there was space to be together. The kitchen is amazing and every part of that home is welcoming. The hot tub and firepit were amazing.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

22 Aug 2021

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

Family Wedding

The accommodations at this property was perfect! Beautiful design, Just as described! Accommodated 2 families with adult children very well. Definitely 5 star!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beverly W.

29 June 2021

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

Wonderful family vacation is this spacious home!

Our family of 11 (6 adults, 5 children 9 & under) visited this home in Kenosha in June of 2021. The size of the home was perfect for us. The house was clean and beds comfortable. Communication with the owner was very easy. Any questions or issues we had were addressed promptly and in a friendly manner with Shelly. We had inquired about pickleball nearby and when the owners didn't find options, they ordered a portable pickleball net and delivered it to the home. We were able to park 3 cars and set up the pickball net in the spacious driveway. So if you play pickleball, you will have a net waiting for you. All you will need is sidewalk chalk for the lines. The beach very close by was beautiful and clean. Our grandkids had a wonderful time there and on a nearby new large playground. The only issues we had were the following: The cookware (pots & pans) were very worn out. We had a very difficult time with food sticking and trying to clean them. They need to be replaced. There are train tracks nearby. One night the whistle woke everyone up. This was only one night & all other trips were during the day. These two items were minor issues compared to the positive overall experience. I would highly recommend this home & owners.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

17 Mar 2021

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

The perfect weekend getaway

Joe’s house was exactly what we were looking for for a girls weekend staycation. With people coming from Milwaukee and Chicago, it was the perfect in-between location. The house is located a short (less than 20 minute) walk to Lake Michigan, but even if you don’t go to the lake there is plenty of space at the house to relax and hang out. The kitchen was nicely stocked, and all of the beds were extremely comfortable. I would stay here again, and recommend to anyone looking for a beautiful house in Kenosha!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susie Z.

12 Mar 2021

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

Lovely for a family getaway!

Our group consisted of 4 adults and 4 kids (ages 6, 4, 3, and 1). The setup of this house is absolutely lovely for families! Ample bedrooms and baths for adults and kids - making it easy for both families to have an easy time with bedtimes! The property is lovely. One thing that was a surprise but so amazing - the TVs have Roku - so for movie nights for the kids you really couldn’t have a better setup.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zach D.

28 Dec 2020

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

The perfect getaway

The house was beautiful and amenities were perfect. Between the hot tub, fire pit, and numerous comforts in the home, this was a perfect short getaway. The house being tucked back from the road makes you feel worlds away while still being close to any store/utility you may need. John and Shelly were fantastic hosts with great communication as well. I wholly recommend staying here!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Shelly

I grew up in Kenosha on the South side and Joe came here to attend Carthage College where we met and fell in love. We are a family of 7 who in this home have loved to entertain and make memories with friends and family. We have also made some great music out in our detached garage when Joe owned a recording studio and manage artists and did a lot of cool things at Skies Fall Media. It has since become a place for building supplies as he then transitioned into making beautiful spaces. He's a designer. He designed this amazing house that we get to share with you. We are now making a move out to California where we will make new friends in Orange County at Genesis Collective and beyond. Maybe one day we will make a movie and you can say you stayed at our home in Kenosha.
As for me, well, motherhood has been the biggest gig of my life. After graduating from Carthage College with a sports medicine major and working there for a year, we starting making a family.
We hope a lot of good memories are made for you too in these walls that we built.

Why they chose this property

We bought this property when our first son was just a baby. A little 1100 sqft 3 bedroom, 2 bath house farm house of the land. Built in 1901. We tore it down to the studs and rebuilt the insides and added an ensuite bathroom. Four children and three remodels later, it's turned into the treasured home it is now.
With high ceilings and nice natural lighting,

What makes this property unique

Matching tree house in adjacent woods. Long 250' front yard. 300' long back yard. Self-built, custom designed home next to woods.

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Family Room

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

About this property