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Walk to the Waves: Tudor Living Blocks from the Lake & Zoo

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An adjacent golf course, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Walk to the Waves: Tudor Living Blocks from the Lake & Zoo. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling at this vacation home. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4112 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Walk to the Waves: Tudor Living Blocks from the Lake & Zoo

The Space
Experience the historic charm of "The Hearthstone," a beautifully preserved 1931 Tudor Revival on Racine’s scenic North Side. This private, fully equipped first-floor retreat features two spacious bedrooms and one full bath, blending classic architectural soul with all the modern comforts you need for a relaxing getaway. With a recently updated kitchen and full amenities.

Coastal Living & Local Gems
You are perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of Racine. Step outside and you are within easy walking distance to:

North Beach: Spend the day by the waves at one of the lake's most beautiful stretches of sand.

The Racine Zoo: A local favorite just a short stroll away.

Active Fun: Public tennis and basketball courts are right nearby.

Explore the Neighborhood
A quick bike ride or drive connects you to even more:

Local Legends: Grab a world-famous Kringle at O&H Danish Bakery or head to Downtown Racine for boutique shopping and diverse dining like Kewpies diner or Ivanhoe's pub.

Iconic Landmarks: Visit the Wind Point Lighthouse or tee off at Shoop Park Golf Course, where several holes offer stunning views of Lake Michigan.

On the Water: Boat enthusiasts will love being near the Racine Yacht Club, local marinas, and world-class fishing charters.

Relax & Unwind
Back at the unit, start your morning with a cup of coffee on the front porch. It’s the perfect spot to watch the sunrise and enjoy the quiet rhythm of this beautiful neighborhood.

Planning a trip for a big event? If you book during a race weekend, you’ll have a front-row seat to triathlons and events passing right down Main Street.

Come explore Racine—there is so much more to see!

Perfect for Extended Stays

The first-floor layout, fully equipped kitchen, and quiet North Side neighborhood make this an ideal home-away-from-home for long-term guests, remote workers, or those relocating to the Racine area.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Rules

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.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

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. Visit our Racine travel guide
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Racine, WI

What's nearby

  • Racine Zoological Gardens
    Racine Zoological Gardens
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Six Flags Great America
    Six Flags Great America
    52 min drive - 74.1 km
  • North Beach Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Racine Zoo Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Council House
    3 min drive - 2.5 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
  • Dog's & Cream
    18 min walk
  • Dairy Queen
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to the Waves: Tudor Living Blocks from the Lake & Zoo 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 is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to the Waves: Tudor Living Blocks from the Lake & Zoo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to the Waves: Tudor Living Blocks from the Lake & Zoo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk to the Waves: Tudor Living Blocks from the Lake & Zoo 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.

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Walk to the Waves: Tudor Living Blocks from the Lake & Zoo Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

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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

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

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
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

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

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

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
Verified

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

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

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.

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

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