Walk 4 blocks to Lake Michigan and downtown Port Washington’s marina, shops and restaurants. This restored 1865 Cream City brick upstairs apartment sleeps 8: two queen bedrooms (one with a kids’ bunk-fort), a queen sleeper sofa and a Pack ’n Play.
Dogs welcome. Backyard fire pit, gas grill and deck, free parking, in-unit washer/dryer, fast Wi-Fi and a desk for remote work. Made for family trips, girlfriend getaways and cozy off-season weekends.
A light-filled 2-bedroom, 1-bath upstairs apartment in an 1865 Cream City brick house, remodeled in 2024 to show off even more of the original brick. Eastern European antiques, a big stash of games and books, and a real ’home, only better’ feel.
SLEEPING (up to 8)
• Kids’ room: queen bed, a twin bunk above and a toddler bed that turns into a fort (they’ll beg to go to bed!)
• Second bedroom: queen bed
• A secret reading nook tucked into one of the bedrooms
• Living room: queen pull-out sleeper sofa
• Graco Pack ’n Play for the little ones
LIVING & KITCHEN
• Sunny living and dining area for game nights and long conversations
• 55’ smart TV with Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV and Roku
• Fully equipped kitchen for real family meals
• Organic whole-bean coffee (grinder + French press) and tea on the house
• In-unit washer and dryer, fast Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace
OUTSIDE
• Front porch with wicker chairs and a peek of Lake Michigan
• Shared backyard with a new deck, 5-burner gas grill, patio table and fire pit for s’mores
• Free parking on site
GOOD TO KNOW
• Upstairs apartment: one flight of stairs
• Dogs welcome
• Exterior security cameras only (none inside)
• We clean with non-toxic products
THE TOWN
Port Washington is a classic Lake Michigan harbor town. Walk to the marina, the lighthouse breakwater, two in-town beaches, boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops. The Ozaukee Interurban bike trail, Harrington Beach State Park and Lion’s Den Gorge are minutes away, and Milwaukee is an easy day trip.
YOUR LOCAL GUIDE
Just ask and I’ll send you a custom adventure map of my favorite hidden gems, hikes, beaches and places to eat, tailored to your crew.
BIGGER GROUP?
The downstairs apartment, Be Still & Know, sleeps 6 more, or book the whole house as Home Port Vacation Escape (sleeps 14).
YOUR HOST
Your privacy comes first. I live off-site but occasionally stay in the RV out back, and I’m always a text or call away. I’m on a never-ending quest to find every beautiful, adventurous, nature-y spot around here, so ask and I’ll send you my favorites.
RULE #1: Relax and have fun!!
***DOGS ONLY*** No Cats. Sorry.
- - Be respectful. Security Deposit - if you damage the home, you may be charged up to $250
- Quiet hours after 10pm
- Self-entry with keypad
- No Smoking
- PROFILE PICTURE: Please upload a profile picture where we can identify you by sight. This is our only way of ensuring we let you in and not a stranger.
- ASK IF YOU HAVE A QUESTION OR ISSUE: Please feel free to ask if you need something or have an issue. I appreciate the opportunity to make things more comfortable for you. Just text or call and I’ll point you in the right direction.