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Black Point Estate

4270 Southland Rd, Lake Geneva, WI
262 248 1888
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Ranked #4 of 14 attractions in Lake Geneva
Type: Architectural Buildings
Description: This mansion was once the summer estate of 19th-century beer magnate Conrad Seipp.
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Waukesha, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

I've been to Black Point a couple times now, and I always learn something new! This beautiful mansion is a look back into the lifestyle of the original families who lived on Geneva Lake in the 1800s/early 1900s. Everything in the house was left there by the family - nothing has been added or staged! (We had a special behind... More

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Lyons, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

Black Point Estate is a hidden gem tucked back in the South shore of Lake Geneva. Over looking the lake, once inside you can appreciate the life style that goes into an undisturbed old estate. Beautiful antiques that show another side of history.

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 December 2012

This unique historic site will bring you back to a really simple time. To think that such a historic treasure as this 1890s mansion was kept intact all of these years is incredible. And the best part is the 15 minute beautiful boat ride to get there.

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Elk Grove Village, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2012

We took the boat ride over to the Estates and when we got there were greeted by the people who took care of the home. We got a guided tour of the home, which has been kept just as it was. The house is beautiful.

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Chicago, Illinois
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2012

good luck getting a reservation, the lady on the phones was very discouraging and we ended up abandoning the visit.

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Reedsburg, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2012

I don't know if it was the area or not but this tour is the one I use as a yardstick for all of the others we've been on since. The area is beautiful and the history of the area is very interesting. I'm from Chicago so there is that connection also. It was very interesting seeing this old mansion... More

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Burlington, Wisconsin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012

This is a very enjoyable thing to do on a nice sunny day. Enjoyed the boat ride to and from the estate. The tour of the estate was good. Would of liked to learn of more history.

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Fitchburg
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012

Built in 1888 and donated to the State of Wisconsin in 2005 by heirs of the original owners, this historic site is notable because it contains the original furnishings, including the china, crystal, linens, library, games, and even some clothing and the contents of medicine cabinets. The home is in pristine condition. See fine examples of Low Art tiles surrounding... More

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Deerfield, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

It takes an hour by boat to get to the Black Point Estate. It's a pleasant and informative boat ride to the destination ... over 100 stairs up to the house but an inviting porch is waiting for you. Informative tour ... it's a little long at about 2 hours ... and then you take the boat back to Lake... More

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Kokomo, Indiana, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 August 2012

Awesome to take a boat tour that provided us details about the locals and the history of the lake homes around Geneva Lake. After touring the Black Pointe Mansion, I was so impressed with the history of the home and all of the original furniture and belongings of the Conrad Seipp family.

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