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𖤓The Blue Store 2000sqft 5BD/2BT Arcade, Pool Table, Foosball, BBQ State Fair𖤓

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Game room
Smart TV, video games, table football, ping pong
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Milwaukee, WI
  • Pettit National Ice Center
    14 min walk
  • Liquid Johnny's
    7 min walk
  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station
    7 min drive
  • Milwaukee, WI (MWC-Lawrence J. Timmerman)
    13 min drive

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About the area

Milwaukee

With a stay at this vacation home in Milwaukee (Honey Creek Parkway), you'll be a 4-minute drive from American Family Field and 8 minutes from Fiserv Forum. .This family-friendly vacation home is 10.2 mi (16.5 km) from Lake Michigan and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Harley-Davidson Museum.

What's nearby

  • Children's Hospital of Wisconsin - 3 min drive
  • Wisconsin State Fair Park - 3 min drive
  • Milwaukee County Zoo - 4 min drive
  • Froedtert Hospital - 4 min drive
  • American Family Field - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 7 min drive
  • Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Paulie's Pub and Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pegasus Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wisconsin State Fair - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

𖤓The Blue Store 2000sqft 5BD/2BT Arcade, Pool Table, Foosball, BBQ State Fair𖤓

Prepare to be WOWED! This home was built in 1923, and this family-operated neighborhood grocery store for 30+ years of character abounds. Once a meat locker is now transformed into a bunk-style loft bedroom! Walk through the front door and you will be welcomed by 11-foot ceilings. With 2000 sqft, 5 bedrooms (2 Queen & 2 King & 2 Single beds, and a large sectional and sofabed), this listing can accommodate up to 14 guests comfortably.

Please be mindful that this suburban home was built in 1923 and has some age to it. There is natural wear & tear on the floors and trim but otherwise, she's well-kept and well-loved. We hope you and your family/group enjoy yourselves in this home. If any issues arise during your stay, we have a crew of handymen, cleaners, and assistants who can help address any issues that can naturally arise in an older home.

Entertainement Central :
🕹 Main Living room - 70 inch 4k flat screen Smart TV. Modern farm dining table with 10 seats. Large L Sectional Couch. 60 on the long coffee table.
🕹 Additional Living room - 55-inch flat-screen Smart TV. Sofa bed, rocking chair, and coffee table.
🕹 Both TVs come with free access to 125+ spectrum channels for all your sports, Discovery, CNN, ESPN, HGTV, TLC, and your locals. Free streaming on Netflix, Disney Plus, HBO Max, and Hulu.

Fun Games & Activities:
🕹 Custom Arcade with over 1100 different classic games including Pacman, Streetfight, Ninja Turtles, Galaga, X-men, Frogger, Donkey Kong, and many more.
🕹 Billards Pool Table that converts into a ping pong & second dinner table
🕹 Professional sized Foosball table
🕹 Jumbo Connect 4
🕹 Giant-sized party Jenga
🕹 A full bookcase of more than 25 gameboard games such as Monopoly, Apples to Apples, Twister, Cranium, Taboo, LIFE, I Spy, Battleship, Classic deck of cards, and many more!

Bedrooms:
🕹 Each bed comes with high-quality bedsheets, a duvet with a cover, two pillows, and an extra fleece blanket.
🕹 Each room has a ceiling fan for additional cooling, a nightstand with a lamp, closet space for storage of suitcases, and an armoire. The meat Locker Room has a side fan.

Full Kitchen:
🕹 Complimentary free coffee, Keurig machine & electric kettle, tea, and oatmeal.
🕹 4 burner gas stove oven, small 18-inch dishwasher (detergent available)
🕹 M microwave, instapot, air fryer, refrigerator, pots, pans, baking ware, oven mitts, mixing bowls, toaster, cutting board, bowls, plates, cups, utensils, knife set, wine/bottle opener, garbage bin.

2 Full Bathrooms:
🕹 Toilet, vanity sink, mirror cabinet, and hand soap, in both bathrooms.
🕹 Large shower tub located on the first floor
🕹 Shower stall located in the basement
🕹 Both come with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.

Basement:
🕹 Comes with free access to a washer and dryer with complimentary liquid detergent and drying sheets.

Backyard:
🕹 Spacious yard with access to a grill.
🕹 Plenty of space to relax and enjoy games such as cornhole and it is friendly for kids to run around.

Parking:
🕹 Free parking to the left building and pull upfront to the grass pad and tight to the building. You can park 2 cars on the driveway.
🕹 Free Residential street parking is available as well with 2-3 car spots right in front of the house.

Pets: We do not allow pets at this listing and if any evidence of pets including poop, hair, or other stains or damages they leave behind, then a minimum $300 pet fee will be applied.

House Rules:

No parties or events allowed.
No smoking allowed.
No pets allowed.
Suitable for toddlers and children under 12.
No unregistered guests allowed.
Please don’t eat or drink in the bedrooms.
Please respect the noise curfew.
Please turn off the AC when you go out.
Please respect check-in and check-out times.
Please take extra care of your keys. Lost keys incur a replacement fee.
Please take care of the furnishings. You have to pay for damages that exceed the security deposit.
Please don’t rearrange the furniture.
Please do your dishes.
Please take the trash out before you leave.
No illegal substances are allowed on the premises.

"Supplies: We provide a week's worth of supplies, including trash bags, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, toilet paper, paper towels, detergent, and other necessities" Guests will have to purchase their own supplies thereafter.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Fong Tran

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table football
  • Ping pong table
  • Video games
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: If you are hosting a party, event, group, or addit
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 first aid kit
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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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𖤓The Blue Store 2000sqft 5BD/2BT Arcade, Pool Table, Foosball, BBQ State Fair𖤓 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
We've stayed here before and then again. Will be back if we need to get back to Wauwatosa. Thank you.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Place
Historic and nice! Comfortable, clean and fun home!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique but great place to stay.
Wonderful reuse of an old building. Lots of room, beds and area for relaxing. It's fairly close to everything in Milwaukee so the location is great. Host is great communicator.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrence P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome little place
Everything we needed was at our fingertips
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip!
This is a fantastic house! Location is amazing- we were pretty much 10 minutes from ask the things we wanted to do in the Milwaukee area. Fully stocked kitchen, games to play, great communication! We would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Lois S.

Only one concern
Property was great for our grandchildren. We needed to check out early and notified the manager that we checked out on Tuesday. We kept getting messages as if we were still there right up until our original departure date on Thursday. We also tried to shorten our depart date 30 days prior and were told there would not be a refund. I believe we should have received a 50% refund according to the agreement. Hoping we at least get our security deposit back. I believe things would have been great if we did not have to leave. Unfortunately 2 of our grandsons had surgeries scheduled after we booked this vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place/good location
Stayed a long weekend with some friends. The living space was set up nicely. Pool/ping pong table and other games filled in our down time. Plenty of sleeping space. 10-15 minutes from downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun time at the blue house
The space was great for our family… the kids loved the games and the big family room was ideal for us. The host was very responsive and we appreciated his local recommendations! Easy to get to various neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Had a great week!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zilose L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Blue Store House is the place to stay for large groups in Milwaukee.
A group of us came to Milwaukee for graduation and stayed at the Blue Store House. We loved the house and it's quirkiness. It was also centrally located to all our points of interest. The host is gracious and responsive. We had a seemless experience and will go back there as soon as we can.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Lori P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Mini-Getaway
Enjoyed 3 nights in Milwaukee with my family (husband, mother-in-law, 4 kids- ages 9, 3, 1, 1). We were excited about this house and the entertainment it offered for the kids. The layout was perfect, as everything is on one floor. 3 of the bedrooms are in the back of the house- perfect for when the younger kids went to bed earlier than the rest. The kitchen was equipped with a Keurig but only had enough k-cups for one cup of coffee per adult each morning. When we contacted the owner for more, he was very responsive and we were able to get additional coffee for our stay. The home is definitely old and has a few quirks (I.e. “meat locker” bunk room door does not close, toilet paper hung in the front door window panels in lieu of curtains). We were extremely disappointed with the overall cleanliness and didn’t feel the house had been thoroughly cleaned in a while. We found a bowl with what looked like moldy food in one of the closets and there were nails and a brick in the corner of the bunk room on the floor. We provided this feedback, with pictures, to the owner upon returning home. Overall, the house suited us for our visit but would not stay again and would not recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Funky, historic, and fun
We booked this property to have a family gathering for my dad’s 90th birthday, and it was perfect for our needs. The front room that was formerly a store is spacious but still comfortable. It has beautiful wood moldings, tasteful accents of blue and black paint, a marble nook that was likely an old desk. It’s very funky but charming. The attached back quarters was great with a second, small living area and some bedrooms. Our two young granddaughters shared the former freezer-space-turned-loft-bedroom. It was lined with wood and was cozy for them—we loved this room. The kitchen, though small, was workable, fun, and well-stocked. We were able to make the front area festive for the party and everyone had a great time. There was a great assortment of games for all ages--foosball, board games, video games, and a giant connect 4—such a nice variety and it made it fun for everyone. The outside was inviting with the colorful mural. The location is well situated for going any direction in Milwaukee, and communication with the owner/manager was timely and helpful. There's plenty of parking, but a couple of off-limits spots, which the owner explained very clearly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful host!
Had a great stay! Perfect for our team building event.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew M.

Trade Show Travel
Our team used this amazing space during our travels for a work trade show. The kitchen, living room, and, other amenities were perfect. Food and drinks were within walking distance. There are lots of great running trails as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachary V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool and Unique
Very nice lots of room for big groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Get Together
There were 11 male adults (28-50 age range). We were celebrating an individual's last days of being single. We looked all over the city for a reasonable priced place, that allowed gatherings, and close to the brewers stadium. We found a few but this listing was the best one. Fong was outstanding to work with. There was a glitch in the system and he took care of us well. The place was very accurate on how many people, to what they provided. I would say there are things that are slightly run down (Cabinet were bubbly, foosball table had a few things broken) and was slightly dirty (top of the cabinets, to a few places under the bed). I would say a 4.8 would be an appropriate rating, but Fong was outstanding as a host. Due to his kindness and willingness to help the review needs a 5+ star rating. The last thing I will say is all of the guest were complimenting the property left and right. I would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Good space for large group, left some things to be desired…
The space was able to hold our group of three families of 4-5 which was great. Common space in front of house was great for our big group and had things to play with, etc. appreciated the off-street parking for 3-4 cars. The kitchen area was really hard to get cool - same with the one main floor bathroom (with no fan). Bedrooms had AC units which was helpful but noisy. Some things that I would have hoped to be better than they were: - The downstairs bathroom was not great - the shower was either scalding hot or freezing cold. Essentially unusable as a shower for our group. - Spider webs in downstairs bathroom, dust and other things under the beds (had not been swept) - Floors in the common spaces were dirty - our socks or feet were black after a couple hours of being there. When wiping up a spill in the kitchen the paper towel was filthy from the ground - No regular coffee maker, only K-cup machine with provided cups being unusual flavors like bananas foster and dulce de leche. We brought our own coffee but didn’t have a way to make it - Not enough cups/coffee mugs for our group - if the house can accommodate that many people, I would have hoped there would be enough cups, etc for them to use if dining at the same time Overall, the place serves its purpose and was in a good location to get to places we visited during the day. With some adjustments and attention to detail, this place could be stellar, but was underwhelming for the price we paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friend Trip
Good house to stay in while at Summerfest. Great variety of games to play at the house. Great location, walking distance to a couple bar and grills. 3 bedrooms had AC units, the other 2 bedrooms had fans. The 2nd bathroom is in the unfinished basement. Nice to have the extra bathroom but the shower water temp was either scalding hot or ice cold. Probably something easy to fix. Kitchen did not have AC unit so it did get quite warm while cooking. Also, there were limited mugs and silverware. For example, 4 forks and 5 mugs were available for a house that sleeps 10 plus people. Luckily we only had 6 people that woke up at all different times for breakfast, so it didn't phase us. Most days were spent at the fest. Overall, we enjoyed our time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
The property was very unique! Ample beds for all to sleep, plenty of on property entertainment. This was a great location and an awesome host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect hangout spot
We were in town for an event and purposely added an additional day just to enjoy the space. Great location and ideal for entertaining. Multiple common spaces came in handy for spreading out when we wanted. Everything was clean and labeled which I loved. Host was very attentive and eager to help or make recommendations if needed. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ice Fishing Milwaukee
6 guys ice fished Milwaukee and Racine area. This was a very good home base as it had nice open area, Galaga game, corn hole, and a big card table. 4 guys had own room, 2 bunked in 5th bedroom. Short drive to downtown. Nice place with charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Christmas get together
This is a really fun and unique property in a very sweet neighborhood. My adult children & I celebrated our Christmas together here. Two of the girls live in Milwaukee, but their apartments weren’t big enough for all of us to stay together. We had more than enough room & had a great time. The back lounge area was nice because when some of us were cooking we could still be together & be comfortable. We had no problems, and the owner was quick to answer my questions I had when booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul G., Athens, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun place to stay
The arcade was great for all ages (1.5, 4, 40, and 60 year olds). The accommodation has several room options, a great room for family playing, and some entertainment that keeps everyone engaged if you're stuck inside on a rainy day. The location is great, just 5-10 min to zoo, and 10 min to downtown. Lots to do in MKE, and we're looking forward to the next vacation here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place to entertain kids
Came for a family wedding. Grandparents needing a place to babysit littles while parents enjoyed black-tie events. The kids really enjoyed the big living space with electronic gaming table and tv with all the features they could want (adult sports fans, too!) Our property manager was very professional and patient as i always have a lot of questions. The tall stairs to the second bathroom in the basement were a little scary for us older folks and the younger kids- but for many groups this would be a non-issue! We found many very nearby businesses very helpful! (Walmart grocery, Target, and Papa Murphy’s pizza). Able to cook and save some money feeding our whole crew of 8 adults and 5 kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of a Kind Place
The place used to be a store and converted to a nice space with plenty of space and beds. Perfect spot for any group gathering. Owner was very good with communication and provided any necessary specifics. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steva R., Belmont WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, nice property
Very nice, exactly as advertised. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022