Castino Lakeview Mansion
- Estate10700 sq. ft
- Sleeps: 24
- Bedrooms: 10
- Bathrooms: 8
- Half Baths: 1
- Min Stay: 3–6 nights
Rooms & beds
Bedrooms: 10(Sleeps: 24)
Bedroom 5
king
Bedroom 4
king
Bedroom 10
sleep sofa /futon
Bedroom 1
king
Bedroom 3
queen
Bedroom 9
double (3) · twin/ single
Bedroom 8
twin/ single (2)
Bedroom 6
king · child bed · baby crib · sleep sofa /futon
Bedroom 2
king
Bedroom 7
king
Bathrooms: 8, Half Baths: 1
Bathroom 7
Toilet · shower
Coach House Bath 9
Toilet · combination tub/shower
Erie Room Bath 3
Toilet · shower · jetted tub
Ontario Room Bath 5
Toilet · tub · shower
Master Suite Bath 1
Toilet · tub · shower
Family Suite Bath 6
Toilet · combination tub/shower
Bathroom 8
Toilet
Huron Room Bath 4
Toilet · tub · shower
Superior Room Bath 2
Toilet · shower · jetted tub
Spaces
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Deck/Patio
- DiningSeating for 16 people
- Balcony
- Lawn/Garden
- Porch/Veranda
- Kitchenette
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Hot Tub
- Fireplace
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Accessible
- Heater
Safety features
- Smoke detector10 total, distributed evenly throughout all floors and in the coach house
- Exterior lighting
- Carbon monoxide detectorIntegrated into the alarm system
- First aid kitMain floor powder room
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisherKitchen, pantry, upstairs ballroom/kitchenette
Location Type
- LakeLake Michigan is literally down the hill and right across the street. 8 beach Volleyball nets, firepits and Mother Nature's treasures all available free of charge, along with public bathrooms.
- BeachfrontOur bluff overlooks Lake Michigan right across the street. The spacious public beach (volleyball, firepits, restrooms), lighthouse, marina/yacht club are at your fingertips. Surf Sheboygan!
- Lake ViewLook out your window while brushing your teeth or up from your book to enjoy Lake Michigan. Most bedrooms face the lake, with chairs placed strategically to maximize your view. Patio is the best!
- Beach ViewAvailable from 7 bedrooms is a stunning view of Lake Michigan. Have coffee on the outdoor patio and watch the sunrise (if you're ambitious enough!) or enjoy outdoor cocktails to the sound of the surf.
- Water ViewLake Michigan is just across the street. Walk easily down the steps to a huge public beach.
- ResortAlthough our mansion is technically not a resort, you'll feel like you're at one! Blue Harbor Resort w/ indoor waterpark (day passes available) is a bike ride away, and Kohler resort is nearby.
- DowntownExploring by foot, you can enjoy the Kohler Museum, Sheboygan theater (live performances), shopping, dining and imbibing. A 10 minute car ride leads to--The Bull, Blackwolf Run and Whistling Straits.
- WaterfrontLake Michigan at your fingertips. Huge public beach, never crowded.
General
- Air ConditioningEach bedroom on the second floor has its own thermostat so guests can set it to their comfort level. Third floor shares a thermostat which distributes AC equally and can be supplemented with fans.
- HeatingEach bedroom on the second floor has its own thermostat so guests can set it to their comfort level. Third floor shares heating and AC unit, which distributes evenly.
- Hair Dryer
- Fireplace11 fireplaces!! All gas started, so no need to rub flint to get a flame going, or to haul in wood.
- Basic Soaps
- ParkingAmple driveway and street parking. Just don't drive into the fountain after a few cocktails!
- Towels ProvidedEach bedroom is stocked with towel sets, with extras available if needed.
- Iron & Board
- Toilet Paper
- Washing MachineIndustrial size
- InternetWe just had the system upgraded. It can accommodate multiple guests simultaneously.
- Linens Provided Towels, extra blankets, extra pillows in each bedroom and lots of comfy blankets for indoor couches and outdoor fire tables.
- Wireless InternetThe system will adjust to give you the best coverage as you move from one area to another, with one password for all areas. Designed to handle multiple users simultaneously.
- GarageThe garage contains 10 bikes and 4 kayaks for guest use.
- Clothes DryerIndustrial size
- Baby Gate
- Fitness Room/EquipmentMinimal equipment on site, but: Guest passes available to the YMCA a block away. Ride the bike while overlooking Lake Michigan, play some hoops, take a class. It's an awesome facility.
- Shampoo
- Paper Towels
Kitchen
- Coffee Grinder
- MicrowaveThe kitchen has a micro. There is a microwave and mini frig on the third floor.
- Coffee MakerWe have several. Brew decaf and regular simultaneously!
- Pantry ItemsStaples and plastic utensil are on hand for guests to use.
- Dishwasher
- Dishes & UtensilsThe kitchen is completely stocked with everything you could possibly need, from cookie sheets to colanders. The dining rm has china and crystal for your use as well.
- Grill
- Ice Maker
- Lobster Pot
- StoveJust your basic stove. Electric, for those who care.
- Kettle
- OvenWe have two full ovens.
- RefrigeratorFull-sized frig in kitchen plus another one in the adjoining pantry. Mini frig units are available in bar and ballroom kitchenette.
- Blender
- Toaster
Dining
- Childs Highchair
Entertainment
- Game RoomBuilt-in bar! Pool, ping pong, poker table fully stocked with chips (not the edible kind) and cards, and so on. Great tournament opportunities. Play to earn the best bedroom!
- ToysMultiple books, games, toys for all ages.
- GamesFrom puzzles to Pictionary, take your pick!
- BooksBuilt-ins galore in the library for readers of all types. Baby books in the nursery annex in the ballroom family suite.
- Games for Kids
- Pool TableNot to be mistaken with a pool, which some people think when they do a google search for a pool. It must pick up the pool table. We do have a fountain but it's not swimmable except for tadpoles.
- TelevisionSuper sized TVs in living rm, ballroom suite, lower level Man Cave. Smaller ones in sunporch, individual tv in each second floor bedroom (5), and one in bar. Karaoke anyone?
- Satellite/CableUp-to-date options
- StereoDoes Karaoke count? Also, Free-standing small unit with radio, cassette and CD options, but everyone pretty much brings their own music/playlist and portable speakers.
- Foosball
- Video LibraryPretty much down to a handful of DVD's. Current technology/satellite/Roku/streaming services etc make videos obsolete.
- Ping Pong Table
- DVD Player
Outside
- BoatBoat rentals and fishing charters available nearby. Public boat launch nearly. Sailboat and motor boat rental available through the Sheboygan marina.
- Kayak/Canoe4 in the garage for renter use. A variety of lifejackets are provided but we suggest bringing your own if you have specific sizes that will work best for your group members.
- Beach Towels
- Outdoor Furniture
- TennisNearby park and high schools have public courts. Pickleball, too!
- GolfNearby golf courses include The Bull, Whistling Straits, and Blackwolf Run
- Fire pitTwo fire tables with propane tanks. Great for ambiance and heat, but not for s'mores!
- Ski & SnowboardIt's Wisconsin!
- Water Sports GearLife jackets of various sizes are available. Beach chairs, sand toys, etc also available.
- BicyclesBikes and locks provided by owners for jaunts to town or trail riding along the lake. Helmets are available but we suggest you bring your own to guarantee quantity and fit for your group members.
- Beach Chairs
Suitability
- wheelchair accessibleWith help, a chair can enter the home. We have a wheelchair, lift chair, seat raiser and walker on site for use, plus support railings in the main floor bathroom, which is located just outside the room for those with mobility issues.
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Pool / Spa
- Spa WhirlpoolSink into an oversized whirlpool tub in the second floor Superior Room bath. Baths and showers in most bedrooms. We do not have a pool. Please do not use the fountain as a pool. Decorative only!
Onsite Services
- Private Chef
Notes
- This mansion has all the elegance and grace of yesteryear, yet all the cleanliness and comfort to meet current standards. It's in a class of its own!
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- Bookings at this property are non-refundable.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
No pets
Events allowed
No smoking - Outdoor smoking space is convenient. Outdoor smoking space is convenient.
Max guests: 24
Minimum age of primary renter: 27
- Covid cancellations/credits to be handled on a case by case basis depending on circumstances.
Cleaning practices
Minimum 2-day vacancy between guest stays
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC/140ºF
Cleaned with disinfectant
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets)
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Follows industry health association: European Holiday Home Association (EHHA - Europe)
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Hosted by Chris Castino
Ask a questionAbout Chris Castino
Hailing from the Chicago suburbs but getting closer and closer to that empty nest time in our lives, my husband and I had started thinking about what and where our next chapter might be. We have run a home services business on Chicago's North Shore for over 30 years, everything from painting to carpentry to carpet cleaning. But as our youngest approaches the end of her high school years, we've been talking about semi-retiring while still keeping busy enough to keep ourselves out of trouble and being able to put the third daughter through college. One wedding down with two to go means that we aren't quite ready to sit back and knit baby booties yet.
Chris Castino purchased this Estate in 2013
Why Chris Castino chose
So one fateful weekend last summer, after seeing one daughter off on a mission service trip and another off to a quarter of studying abroad (a flurried week of preparation!) we thought we'd treat ourselves to a quick get-away. My husband dug out an old flyer on a Bed and Breakfast from his files, and off we headed to Sheboygan. Not only did we enjoy our stay immensely, we noticed the For Sale sign. After several cocktails, we were convinced that buying this was the right thing to do! Of course, we had to discuss it again the next morning. Hmmm. We still liked the idea. Our second night out to dinner reignited the burning desire to pursue it. Yes, we were still interested the next morning. We hurried home to crunch some numbers. Our friends and family (and banker) all thought we were nuts--, but the next thing we knew we were making an offer on the mansion. Not only did the house call to us, but the area evokes such a peaceful and less harried lifestyle. We've made several trips there in the meantime, and continue to fall more and more in love with the area. My husband, an avid golfer, is just drooling to get out on The Bull, Blackwolf Run and Whistling Straits. I might have to take up golf if I ever hope to see him again. In the meantime, I'm going to have a blast putzing around this amazing home and making it our own. The previous owners took a masterpiece that had gotten rundown and transformed it into a showcase some years ago. It's stunning! We have plans to finish the basement, turning it into a full tavern/rec-room/playroom. We can't wait for groups to enjoy it together. We look forward to moving up here full-time when our gal flies the coop but until then we will be enjoying the view, the town and the many fun things the area has to offer. I still can't believe that a spur of the moment trip to a place that happened to have availability has sent us this direction. I toyed with naming the place SERENDIPITY, but Lakeview Mansion says it all!
What makes this Estate unique
The views can't be duplicated, the proximity to everything you could want to do makes getting around so easy, and the house itself is beyond description. I feel like I jumped in a time machine and ended up as royalty. Even the carriage house apartment above the garage (formerly the servants' quarters) is oozing with charm. There are so many areas to curl up with a good book, enjoy a cup of coffee, hang out with friends and family, or play games. You can stay together but keep your own schedules, given the privacy and the layout of the home. If you want to sleep in--go for it. Grandma might be in the kitchen whipping up pancakes for the gang as the partiers stagger up from the bar. Into research? What a great excuse to eat and drink your way through Sheboygan and the surrounding area!
- Languages:
- english