Neighborhoods & LotsKenosha

Kenosha, Wisconsin is just minutes away from Lake Michigan, desirable shopping centers, schools and universities, galleries and natural areas. Downtown Kenosha is home to many historical buildings, cute shops, art galleries, and restaurants. Home to the famous Mars Cheese Castle, the castle has been a Wisconsin icon since 1947! You will find hundreds of different cheeses, wines, sausages, and of course souvenirs. The Kenosha Public Museum is a great place to spend the day. There are many different exhibits that are fun for the entire family. In the summer you can visit Anderson Park. Anderson Park is where you can find a pool, fishing, hiking/biking trails, a skateboard park, and plenty of picnic shelters. If you enjoy wine, you will love Iron Horse Winery. The winery is family owned and offers tours and tastings. Try their famous wine slushee or grab one of their in-house soft pretzels. Everything in the winery is custom made and for sale, including all the furniture. Located less than 15 miles away you will find Apple Holler where you can enjoy a fresh farm to table meal, apple orchard, and farm. Pick your own fresh fruit in Apple Holler’s orchard or head to their “Farm Park”. At Farm Park they have a giant slide, pedal cart racing, and educational displays. Whatever you choose, Apple Holler is fun for the whole family. Close to the train station and highways, Kenosha is approximately 60 miles from Chicago and 30 miles from Milwaukee, making it a very convenient location.  Kenosha is also close to the UW-Parkside campus, Carthage College, Petrifying Springs State Park, Glenwood Crossings shopping center, Kenosha Public Library, Kenosha Country Club, and grocery stores. Kenosha offers a peaceful setting near many amenities.