Historic Retreat - steps from the Lake and Downtown | House in Lake Geneva

10.0 (37 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   6 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  16 Guests
Lake Geneva House | Historic Retreat - steps from the Lake and Downtown

6 Bedroom House in Lake Geneva

Book this 1896 charmer **with guest house** for your extended family getaway, golf outing, girls trip, wedding weekend or peaceful and fun retreat of any kind! There are a few summer weekends still available, but consider visiting Lake Geneva midweek as well when there are fewer people in town.
This home is fully updated, brimming with character, spacious and in the middle of everything that Lake Geneva has to offer. It has five bedrooms, three full baths and a hide-a-bed couch in the main house in addition to a guest house with living room, 4th full bath and 6th bedroom. The guest house offers some options for larger groups with some people that need or want a little more separation. Maybe grandma and grandpa want to come along, but would like their own space. Or a young parent with a baby that might be up at night. Or an introvert’s dream-come-true. Part of things, but on your own when you want to be.
The basement is a cozy place to hang out and play a game or watch a movie. The stone walls and visible support beams provide a reminder of the history and legacy of the home.
Your whole group can hang out together in the large kitchen, stocked with dishes and cooking supplies and a keurig. Appliances include double ovens, microwave, warming drawer, gas stove with pot filler, and beverage refrigerator. Cook a big meal or go out. You’ve got options.
Laundry detergent and shampoo/conditioner are available. Wi-Fi and Nest thermostats are provided in both units.
The lake is visible from the den and a couple of bedrooms as well as the long front porch where you can enjoy your morning coffee or a book while sitting on a rocking chair or the porch swing.
I grew up in the area and I'm excited to help you plan your stay and enjoy a wonderful time away with your people. The lake path and the park and library are right across the street. Walk to Inspire Coffee or Starbucks, restaurants, shops of all kinds, the beach or the Riviera boat dock to catch a delightful boat tour. So many fun things to do! Skip the parking and walk. It’s all right there.
I’m excited for the opportunity to serve you and your group!

Historic Retreat - steps from the Lake and Downtown is located in Lake Geneva. Historic Retreat - steps from the Lake and Downtown provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Pet Friendly, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, Pet Friendly, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Historic Retreat - steps from the Lake and Downtown has 6 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 16 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Lake Geneva has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Lake Geneva, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry detergent
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 1 total pets
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Children's books
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Dock
  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
1 total pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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

Reviews

Eric E.
Aug 13, 2025 05:00:12 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Our family stayed at this property in July 2025. We had a great stay. The location of the house was perfect as we were able to walk to the lake as well as the various restaurants. Everything was within a 10 minute walk which was fantastic. It was also nice that the house owner provided us with beach passes.We also appreciated the board games that are available at the house for guests to use. The plate of cookies awaiting our arrival was a nice surprise as well and the cookies tasted delicious!I highly recommend staying at this property.
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