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Bay View Retro Retreat

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 488.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Milwaukee, WI
  • Harley-Davidson Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • American Family Field
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Bay View Retro Retreat

This mid century gem is located in Bay View, one of Milwaukee's most coveted neighborhoods. Built in 1960, this duplex is one the areas most unique & recognizable homes. Only minutes away from MKE airport & downtown, it is the perfect spot for visitors to retreat to after a day of exploring. The location offers easy parking & transit options, and is full of amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible. This home truly is the perfect place to enjoy exploring Milwaukee to its fullest. We just added central air conditioning 6/1/2023

The space:

This home is a duplex. Both owners and guests share a front door, and once inside, there is a vestibule where both units are accessed. Rental unit is the west unit, and owners of property live in east unit. Only one small wall is shared, which keeps sound at bay, and there is no worrying about hearing footsteps. The owners do have two dogs, and they frequent the backyard area. However, guests will soley use front doors (except for emergency egress and laundry), and owners and dogs will use rear doors. Laundry facilities are located in basement, available for guests staying 3 nights or more. Separate washing machines are provided, but the dryer is a shared machine. Two bedrooms are located at the far west end of the home, both furnished with queen beds and large closets and windows. Central heat and air conditioning. Newer windows.

Guest access:

Guests will access home from front door only unless for laundry or emergency egress purposes. Owners who reside next door (plus 2 dogs) will use rear doors and are the only ones with access to the backyard. This is for everyones safety. Laundry facilities are in the basement, and available upon request for stays longer than 3 nights. The house manual gives more details on the facilities. Again, this is a duplex, so guests have access to the west unit which is a 2 bedroom / 1 bath unit, accessible through the front door and vestibule.

Other things to note:

Please see the house manual for all other household information, including house rules. Please note that by booking, you are stating that you have read and accept the house rules. We ask that you respect our home and neighbors, and if any violation of rules occur, we reserve the right to cancel the remainder of the reservation, immediately. Thank you for your respect and understanding

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Property is not suitable for small children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If AC is on, please keep windows closed. AC is to be set no lower than 72 degrees to avoid damage to the system. Heat no higher than 74
No unregistered guests for safety and liability reasons. This is under no circumstances a party house. Please respect quiet hours of 10-7
No smoking or vaping of any kind in the unit, or within 25 feet of the property. Day of checkout, please no strong perfumes or body sprays.

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

About the area

Milwaukee

Bay View, a neighbourhood in Milwaukee, is home to this holiday home. Henry W. Maier Festival Park and Harley-Davidson Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Wisconsin State Fair Park and Milwaukee County Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Fiserv Forum or American Family Field. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Milwaukee, WI

What's nearby

  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Fiserv Forum - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Potawatomi Bingo Casino - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • American Family Field - 13 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 8 min drive
  • Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay View Retro Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay View Retro Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay View Retro Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Bay View Retro Retreat located?

Located in Bay View, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Basilica of Saint Josaphat and Ascension St. Francis Hospital. Allen-Bradley Company Clock and Aurora St Luke's Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

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

Great location and good neighborhood

Very clean and well maintained. Well equipped kitchen and comfortable beds. Would stay again when in town!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

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

Weekend in Milwaukee

The place was very clean, easy to access, great communication, and an overall great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Amazing property

Great location easy to get to. Very clean with a lot of extras. Very charming décor.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianella R.

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

Bayview review

Great place ! Easy to find ! Very clean , Nice decorative details ! Looking forward to staying there again !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carissa F.

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

Nice stay

If you like to sleep cold, you might want to bring a fan. We got a little warm and they helped accommodate. Overall 5/5 great stay, clean, nice location, and felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Great house and great location

Great house for a small group. Loved the mid-century modern look (and original appliances)! Perfect location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

Irish Fair Getaway

This house was absolutely perfect for our get a way to the Milwaukee Irish Fair. Close to so many cool things. The house itself was the best, vintage decorating and in a cute quiet neighborhood! Hope its available next year when we return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsey M.

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

MKE weekend trip

Loved the retro vibe of the home!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Charming home in a perfect location

Stayed May 17-21. Loved the neighborhood vibe and the location was perfect for our trips to Marquette University, Riverside Theater, and various farmer's markets. Also loved all the thoughtful touches that made us feel so welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin H., Olathe, Kansas

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

Fantastic!

This home is beautiful and was perfect for our night stay in Milwaukee. If we’re ever back in town, we’d love to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam F.

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

Perfect Place

Had an incredible stay at this tastefully decorated house They gave more extras than any other home Ive been in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

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

Nice place, very clean

We stayed here over Memorial Day, 2024. The place is exactly as advertised: very clean, comfortable and well-maintained. Easy check-in and checkout. Communication from the property owner was very clear.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark V., Wisconsin, United States

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

Spotless and Quiet

This is such a quiet neighborhood and clean home. Much nicer than a hotel and meticulously prepared. Very nice place to stay. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Lovely Bay View retreat

Very much enjoyed the neighborhood, and this is a gem of a duplex. Comfortable, clean, and sweet. Hope to return :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tuesday S.

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

Nice stay

The house was clean and safe. The owners were so thoughtful in what they provided for my husband’s month long stay. They were so kind and available when needed but also gave him his privacy.
Stayed 27 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandie A.

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

Sister Stay

My sister and I stayed at your location while in Milwaukee for the P!nk concert. We truly enjoyed our stay and loved the retro feel. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Elena E.

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

Thoughtful Hospitality

I was incredibly impressed by all of the thoughtful touches in the unit, particularly in the bathroom, where there was every type of toiletry or grooming need available. The decor was inviting and charming, and every need was anticipated to make for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

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

Charming MCM Home Close To Everything

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was super clean and really thoughtfully designed and furnished. We loved the many MCM touches. The house was also conveniently located to all we wanted to do. It was a super quick drive to downtown Milwaukee, made for an easy day excursion to Madison, and the Bay View area itself was hip and happening! We would highly recommend this place to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Hidden Gem

Love the vintage vibe of this home - and the coffee airplane-station was a very cool detail. One of the best stocked VRBOs we’ve ever stayed in. Exceptionally clean with extremely comfy beds. Safe and quiet neighborhood. Will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

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

Cute, well kept house -

Girls weekend with my aunt from out of state - we loved the step back in time with the décor and the amenities. Had a small issue with Wifi that the owners fixed quickly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy Z.

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

Perfect home base

I needed a place to stay during a stint of night shifts at ASLMC. This property was close enough to be an easy commute to the hospital and far enough away from heavily traveled roads to be quiet and relaxing. Parking and entry was very easy and the interior was clean and functional for my needs. An excellent spot to unwind after a busy day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Paula O.

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

Nice retro place!

We loved this place, our only complaint was the air conditioner. It always turned off in the middle of the night and my husband would have to get up to turn it back on when we got overheated. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

This mid century modern duplex is great!

Having never been to Milwaukee, we found the location to be perfect for the wedding we attended at Discovery World, and just a short drive to The Third Ward, where we found many great restaurants. We also loved the local Coffee Shop (Anodyne Coffee), which we frequented at least four times. The duplex was stylish and immaculate. The hosts were very helpful and although we only met up once, so very nice. Chris left us some home grown tomatoes on our porch which were delicious. So much better than any hotel!! Loved the coffee and coffee maker. A perfect start for us every day. The beds were great and the bathroom had lovely bath accessories.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

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

60’s House

The house was extremely clean. Even with two dogs next door it was very quiet except for some traffic noise. It was furnished in 60’s decor which was nostalgic since we both grew up in the 60’s. The owners provided any items that you might need to make your stay comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

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

Cozy and cute

Great house. Great, responsive hosts. Thank you for the razors in the bathroom and all the wonderful bathrrom amenities.. The attention to detail overall really - ear plugs and lavender pillow mist next to each of the beds. Only complaint- we opened the windows because it was nice and cool in the evenings and the airport noise and street traffic were pretty loud in that front bedroom - appreciated the ear plugs after the first night. Would absolutely stay again when we come back to town!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chris

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I'm Chris, a Milwaukee native and local real estate professional. Mid Century homes are a passion of mine which led me to this beauty, which I take great pride in as only the second owner. All design choices and furnishings were carefully curated to help create a unique, fun, period accurate experience, with attention to detail and quality. Full array of essentials provided, with a lot of extra touches to make your stay as enjoyable as possible!

Why they chose this property

We love the unique MCM design of the home, its so unique and honestly one of the most recognizable homes in the neighborhood. The ranch style also lends itself to added privacy and convenience as you're not lugging your stuff up stairs, or having folks walking around above you at night. Truly a relaxing, retro, retreat in the heart of one of Milwaukee's most coveted neighborhoods-Bay View, tons of fantastic restaurants, bars, and attractions nearby, very close to the airport, train and bus stations for ease of travel.

All design choices and furnishings were carefully curated to help create a unique, fun, period accurate experience, with attention to detail and quality. Full array of essentials provided, with a lot of extra touches to make your stay as enjoyable as possible!

What makes this property unique

All design choices and furnishings were carefully curated to help create a unique, fun, period accurate experience, with attention to detail and quality. Full array of essentials provided, with a lot of extra touches to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.

Airport pickup may be available upon request, when available.

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