The Sidney at Lake Effect Club — Editorial 2BR in Milwaukee’s Lower East Side (steps from Brady Street)
About Lake Effect Club 🏛️
Lake Effect Club is Milwaukee’s most creative stay — a 150-year-old building reimagined with bold color, designer vintage finds, and new comforts. ✦ Set in one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods, it’s the short-term rental that proves Milwaukee is every bit as cool as the lake it sits on.
👩🎨 About the Owners
Lake Effect Club was dreamed up by three friends—two from Milwaukee, one who married in—who love design, storytelling, and this awesome city in equal measure.
We’re an architectural/interior designer, a director/producer, and a former fashion designer turned all-around creative. During the pandemic, we started imagining the types of places we’d want to stay, and how we could bring that feeling to Milwaukee: something colorful, thoughtful, and full of character.
A few years later, we found the right building—a 150+ year-old property—and brought it back to life with a thoughtful update, a mix of designer finds, local touches, new pieces and a whole lot of love.
We think Milwaukee is the greatest city on earth. This is our way of sharing it. 💛
The Sidney: Space & Vibe 🎨
Welcome to The Sidney, a space filled with great light, color and character. A sweeping pink bedroom with a desk, a calm green bedroom, and a living room filled with designer finds set the tone. The kitchen is big enough to cook if you love to —plus there’s a dining table, pantry, and just enough breathing room for everyone. Vintage, designer, and fresh new pieces mix throughout. With its own front porch and side deck for morning coffee or summer hang, The Sydney invites you to gather, spread out, and make yourself at home.
🌇 Layout
✦ 2 bedrooms • 1 bath • Sleeps 6
🛋️ Living Room
✦ Coral-hued lounge with designer finds, books, Bluetooth speaker, and a sleeper sofa for two
✦ Great natural light and easy flow to the kitchen
🍳 Kitchen & Dining
✦ Retro checkered floors; cook-worthy setup (French press, cookware, wine glasses)
✦ Pantry and a solid wood table for long meals or board-game nights
🛏️ Bedrooms
Bedroom 1 – King:
✦ Sweeping pink room with desk, layered bedding, bedside lamps, closet + hanging rack
Bedroom 2 – Queen:
✦ Calm green tones, warm lighting, dresser/storage for longer stays
🛁 Bath
✦ Stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, plush towels, bath mats, and spa robes
🌿 Outdoor
✦ Front porch + side deck with café seating
🔥 Comforts
✦ Radiant heat, window A/C, ceiling fans
✦ Hair dryer, extra pillows/blankets, thoughtful storage
🏷️ Name Note
✦ A nod to Milwaukee’s colorful arts colony Sidney Hih (book with The Hoan for larger groups)
✨ What Makes It Special 🌈
✦ Period details + designer vintage that photograph beautifully
✦ Calming, color-led palettes in each room
✦ A real kitchen for real cooking (not just a kitchenette)
✦ Private deck for sunrise coffee and dusk nightcaps
✦ Walk-everywhere base near Milwaukee’s most characterful corridor
🗺️ Neighborhood: Lower East Side (Steps from Brady Street)
✦ You’re in Milwaukee’s creative core—Brady Street and the Lower East Side.
✦ Think indie cafés, long-loved neighborhood bars, vintage shops, artful bites, and a friendly, walkable vibe.
✦ Lake Michigan is an easy stroll for beach time, jogs, or bikes. 🌊
🍝Walkable Picks ☕
✦ Coffee/Breakfast: Rochambo • Nomad Coffee Bar • Allie Boy’s • Comet Café • (scenic stroll) Colectivo on the Lake
✦ Food: Purslane • Zaffiro’s (ultra-thin crust since 1952) • Glorioso’s Italian Deli
✦ Bars: Roundhouse Beer Garden • Hi-Hat/Garage • Jamo’s (true corner hang) • Finks • Wolski’s (earn the sticker!)
✦ Wine: Waterford Wine & Spirits
🍽️Short-Drive / Rideshare
✦ Coffee/Breakfast: Uncle Wolfie’s • Poppy Bakery • Cafe at the Plaza
✦ Food: Goodkind • Strange Town (vegan + vinyl) • Honeypie Café • Kopp’s Frozen Custard • Beans & Barley • Barnacle Bud’s
✦ Bars & Classics: Wiggle Room • Landmark Lanes • Falcon Bowl • Holler House (oldest lanes—reserve) • South Shore Terrace • Hubbard Park Beer Garden • Lakefront Brewery (Friday fish fry—reserve)
✦ Wine: Nonfiction (natural wine)
🖼️ Art & Museums
✦ Milwaukee Art Museum (MAM)
✦ Mary Nohl House (seasonal tours)
✦ Charles Allis Art Museum
✦ The Green Gallery
✦ Harley-Davidson Museum
🎉 Unique Milwaukee
✦ FESTIVALS!
✦ Koz’s Mini Bowl / Landmark Lanes
✦ Sculpture Milwaukee
✦ National Bobblehead Hall of Fame
✦ Grohmann Museum
✦ Beer gardens: Roundhouse, War Memorial, South Shore, Hubbard Park, Estabrook
🌳❄️ Outdoors by Season
Summer:
✦ Bublr Bikes / Wheel & Sprocket → Oak Leaf Trail
✦ Kayak/paddle: Milwaukee Kayak Co, Lakefront Surf & SUP
✦ Boats: Milwaukee Boat Line, SkipperBud’s
✦ Hikes: Lakeshore State Park, Schlitz Audubon
✦ Beaches: Bradford, McKinley
Winter:
✦ Sledding at Humboldt & Washington Parks
✦ Ice skating at Red Arrow Park or Pettit National Ice Center
🏟️ Sports
✦ American Family Field (Brewers) — tailgate like a local
✦ Fiserv Forum (Bucks + concerts)
✦ UWM Panther Arena & Marquette
✦ Free bar shuttles (Nomad, Jack’s American Pub, Milwaukee Brat House)
🚕🚌🚲 Getting Around
✦ Airport → Home: ~15–20 min from MKE (Milwaukee Mitchell International) by rideshare or taxi
✦ Train: ~10 min from Amtrak – Milwaukee Intermodal
✦ Bus: GreenLine stop at Brady & Humboldt (quick links to downtown, lakefront, and Bayshore)
✦ Walkability: Lower East Side is super walkable—cafés, bars, shops, and lakefront are close
✦ Bikes: Bublr Bikes stations nearby; ride the Oak Leaf Trail along the river/lake
✦ Rideshare: Uber/Lyft are fast and plentiful in this area
✦ Game-day shuttles: Many bars (Nomad, Jack’s, Milwaukee Brat House) run free shuttles—buy a drink, hop on, tip your driver
✦ Parking: Street parking nearby (check posted signs)
🔑Listing Access
✦ Entire apartment (yellow front door) + front porch + side deck
✦ Parking: Street parking nearby (check posted signs)
✦ Self check-in via smart lock (arrival details sent automatically before your stay)
📝 Listing Notes
✦ Portable A/C (seasonal) + central heat keep things comfy year-round
✦ Trash/recycling bins in the driveway; pickup handled by management
✦ Snow shoveling provided in winter
✦ Great for longer stays — ample storage, extra linens/towels, real kitchen setup
Mid-Term Guest Policy:
For stays of 28 days or longer, the following requirements must be completed prior to check-in:
📌 Background Check: Required for each person staying, at a cost of $50 per person.
📌 Signed Lease Agreement: Must be completed and on file for all guests.
📌 Host Approval: Guests must pass the background and credit check requirements set by the host.
📌 Starter Supplies: Starter supplies such as coffee, toilet paper, paper towels, toiletries, and similar essentials are provided for the initial stay only. These items will not be replenished during long-term stays, and guests will be responsible for purchasing any additional supplies needed after the starter supply runs out.
These measures are mandatory and help ensure a secure, clear, and seamless experience for all parties.
To ensure a safe, respectful, and enjoyable stay for all guests and neighbors, please follow the rules below:
No Parties or Large Gatherings
Parties, events, and large gatherings are strictly prohibited at any time.
Quiet Hours
Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM daily.
Please keep noise to a minimum and avoid loud music or disruptive behavior during these times.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted inside the home or within 20 feet of any entry door.
A $200 fee will be charged for smoke removal or cleanup of cigarette butts.
Pets
Pets are allowed only with prior written approval. Unauthorized pets may result in additional fees.
Safety
Do not tamper with, disable, or remove smoke or CO detectors or any safety equipment.
Report any issues immediately.
Respect for Neighbors
Be courteous and follow all local laws and neighborhood expectations.
Guest Count
Only the guests listed on the reservation may be on the property, regardless of age.
No unregistered overnight guests. Subleasing is strictly prohibited.
Trash & Cleanliness
Please tie all trash bags securely and place them in the designated outdoor bins.
Care for the Home
Help maintain the home by treating it with care:
Use coasters and cutting boards
Avoid staining or damaging furniture and surfaces
Report accidental damage promptly
Photos & Social Sharing
We’d love to see your stay. Feel free to share your photos on IG, tag @lakeeffectclub, and use #lakeeffect and #lakeeffectmke in your posts.
