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Exterior
Fully stocked with VitaMix,& slow cooker all the cooking conveniences of home
Private kitchen
Kitchen view from living room
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41200 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Lake and zoo within blocks

This unit is located on the first floor of a beautiful Tudor house built in 1931, it has two bedrooms and 1 full bath and is fully equipped with all your needs for a relaxing stay in the city of Racine. So many things to do within walking distance, the beautiful beaches, the Racine Zoo, public tennis and basketball courts. A nearby grocery store ,O&H bakery, a newly opened Culver’s and Starbucks a short drive away. Downtown Racine is also a short walk, bike ride or drive, which has many options for local shopping and restaurants. Wind point lighthouse is a favorite stop as well, or play 9 holes of golf at Shoop park golf course with beautiful views of Lake Michigan from several holes. If you are a boat enthusiast, There are several marinas nearby and our local Racine yacht club. Or Try out a fishing charter while you are here.
Back at the unit, Enjoy a cup of coffee on the front porch while the sun rises and watch life go by in this beautiful north side neighborhood.
If you book on an event weekend you may just experience a triathlon or race going down our beautiful main street.
Come explore Racine there is so much more to see!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours between 11pm and 6am. Smoking allowed outside, please no littering.
No parking that blocks driveway. Parking is adjacent to the house behind the unit. street parking local guidelines on Main Street or Melvin Ave.
Check out rules: strip beds, place all linens including towels, bath mats and rugs in basement by washer in the white laundry bin provided.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Racine

Located in Racine, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. Racine Masonic Center and Wind Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and River Bend Nature Center. Racine Zoological Gardens and Wind Meadows Leisure Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Racine, WI

What's nearby

  • Racine Zoological Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • North Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Racine Zoo Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Council House - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Wind Meadows Leisure Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Sturtevant Station - 17 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dog's & Cream - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake and zoo within blocks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake and zoo within blocks?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake and zoo within blocks on Apr 1, 2026 start from $200, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake and zoo within blocks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake and zoo within blocks?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake and zoo within blocks located?

Located in the heart of Racine, this golf vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Racine Zoological Gardens and Lake Michigan. North Beach Park and Racine Zoo Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and the host was very welcoming, accommodating and responsive. A must book!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My dog and I had a great stay! We really enjoyed the backyard !
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location in a quiet neighborhood with everything that you might think of ready and waiting for you. I can't state enough how much we enjoyed our time there. Easy access to the top and the owners are very responsive if you have a question. I hope to stay there when we visit the area again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Family reunion

Great that it is so close to the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay J.

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

A great stay in Racine

We stayed at Anne’s home for a short weekend and truly appreciated her flexibility and quick responses! She went above and beyond to make sure we felt at home and had everything we needed. The location was also perfect—close to the places we wanted to go. Thank you, Anne, for such a peaceful and enjoyable stay! I will keep this place on list to stay when I return to Racine.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

Lovely

Quiet, near everything, well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George W.

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

July in Racine

Used the home a a Phoenix summer heat get away, only a couple miles from our daughters home.Enjoyed a concert at the zoo, walks around the waterfront, and dun Restruant.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Perfect spot for a visit to see friends

This property was a perfect setting for a visit to see friends. The location was great and the host made my stay very pleasant by answering my questions. I would recommend stying here as it is very charming and perfect for short or longer stays.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B.

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

Great place in a beautiful neighborhood

Great place beautiful neighborhood. Hosts met all our needs. Great suggestions and easy access to main attractions. Wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra S.

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

Small town cutie

Had a lovely extended stay! Anne is amazing!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

This place is a gem!!

This was my family's first visit to Racine and we found this gem of a stay. Great communication from the host. The place was perfect, clean, refreshing and the most amazing access to the lake. We will definitely be back to Racine and we found our place to stay for the next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

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

Comfortable with lots of character

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend this property to others. We will be back next time our travels bring us to Racine.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Quaint and quiet by the lake

Very comfortable place to stay close to downtown Racine with lots of clubs and also pretty close to Milwaukee. Down the street within walking distance is a zoo and the beach which stretches on for a great distance up and down the shore line. Great place and very comfortable and relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

Quiet and comfortable

Our family loved the stay here! With lots of charm and plenty of space, we felt at home right away, and our kids kept asking to go back to the "new house" so they could play on the bunk beds and flop around on the big sofa in the living room. The location is perfect, too, with quick access to the beach, downtown Racine, grocery stores, and plenty of beautiful neighborhood streets for a walk.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Great location, well appointed!

We had an amazing stay at this property! It’s a great location, a block off of Lake Michigan and well appointed. Don’t stress if you forgot something, chances are it’s available at this property! The hosts were very communicative and so kind. We have nothing but good things to say.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea G.

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

An truly incredible place to get away! A++ property

We decided to take an impromptu trip and stumbled upon this listing in Racine. It was a town that we hadn’t heard of, but after a quick google search, decided to give it a go. We’re so glad we did!!! First off, the property was absolutely lovely and the host went truly above and beyond with exceptional touches!! The close proximity to many attractions was what drew us to this place and it was so wonderful being able to walk a couple of blocks to the beautiful shoreline (with a European feel). We walked to an outdoor amphitheater and enjoyed a lovely concert, as well as taking our daughter to the Racine zoo, which we actually preferred over the Milwaukee zoo. The city is nicely situated between Milwaukee and Kenosha. We even drove 45 minutes down to Illinois Beach State Park and enjoyed some great exploring. As for the property itself, it was immaculate and charming as can be! The bedrooms were spacious with many available sleeping arrangements. The living area was cozy and homey, which made for a great place for our family to come back to and watch a movie. The bathroom was one of the nicest I’ve seen through a rental marketplace. The host was incredibly communicative and SO helpful throughout our week stay! She recommended many fun local activities, excellent restaurants, etc.! We felt very at home and welcomed. I can’t say enough complimentary things about this lovely rental and the city of Racine. Thank you, we hope to come back soon!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Wonderful Home

Great property and communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Love the house and location

This house was perfect for our visit to Racine. The house was clean and comfortable, and the location is beautiful and convenient for walking along the lake. Can't think of an improvements - hopefully we can stay again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

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

Great House by the Lake

It is the first floor of a great house. The house is on Main Street two blocks from the lake. It is a short walk to Zoo Beach and a medium walk to North Beach. There are a large living room, a nice kitchen, two bedrooms (one with a large bed and the other woth bunk beds), and a nice bathroom. We appreciated the two bikes and the front porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

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

Fantastic Accomodation and Hosts

2 week stay for work and absolutely loved the house and property. Hosts went above and beyond to make sure everything was great! Will stay again in a flash if back this way!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich L.

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

Great place in a great location

First floor of a house with 2 beds and 1 bath. Hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod Darci H.

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