The Upper Half Loft, 512 1/2 Broad Street, Lake Geneva WI (2024)

19/02/2024

our promise — rested soul & full heart.
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30/01/2024

Absolutely beautiful family and stunning photographs by MiKayla Ryan Photography, The Upper Half Loft.

Lifestyle Photoshoot Availability is launching soon and we’re excited to see sweet moments like this on repeat.

05/01/2024

we wholeheartedly believe that everyday things can bring you joy — that’s why our space was thoughtfully curated with functional & beautiful goods.

details like glass straws, hand made espresso cups & saucers, conversation starters, a custom scent, white noise machines, and wood hangers make each part of your day feel like a meaningful moment.

what’s an everyday something you own that slows you down, feels meaningful, and brings you joy in the smallest way? share it with us below 👇🏻 we’ll go first.

02/01/2024

a gentle way to begin again,
or draft a new story.

found poem;
black out poetry.

finding new meaning in words that already exist on pages.

just one of the pastimes you’ll find hidden .

[ HOW TO ]

01. Find the booked called :: The KINFOLK Entrepreneur
02. Open it to page with words
03. Grab a black marker
04. Begin eliminating words by crossing them out, isolating new words to create a new idea, statement, or poem.
05. Read it aloud, share it with others
06. Sign & Date

30/12/2023

Amenity No. 005
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Everything you’ll need to make,
COCKTAILS & MOCKTAILS look P R E T T Y.
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+ cocktail shaker
+ mixing glass
+ muddler
+ jigger
+ hawthorn strainer
+ champagne bucket
+ bar spoon
+ wine opener
+ bottle opener
+ glass straws
+ crystal decanter
+ champagne glasses
+ wine glasses
+ whiskey glasses
+ shot glasses
+ serving tray
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A book : The Bartenders Manifesto
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And perhaps the best part — is a two minute walk from store which means you’ll quickly be ready for sipping whiskey, mimosa’s, or a crafted cocktail.
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25/12/2023

Merry Christmas Eve.
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We may not have snowy tree tops quite yet but that doesn’t have to stop us from — closing our eyes and imagining a WINTER WONDERLAND.
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Head to our stories and grab the photograph that touches your heart.
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Wishing you a slow & peaceful eve — the same feeling that touched my soul and filled my heart as I wondered quietly through the trees not so long ago.
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22/12/2023

Airbnb recently launched a new way to filter your search, making our property an >>>
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AIRBNB GUEST FAVORITE.
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We’re proud to share that our location qualifies based on a specific set of criteria, including :
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01 • Rated Above 4.9 / 5.0
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02 • Overall star ratings and feedback in guest reviews.
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03 • Category ratings for check-in, cleanliness, accuracy, host communication, and value.
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04 • Host cancellation fees
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05 • Quality-related incidents reported to Airbnb
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06 • A minimum of 5 client reviews
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Thank you for sharing your experience with, the time you take to write a review has a lasting impression on us, future guests, and our property listing on Airbnb.
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We take pride in offering our guest a high-end experience and nothing is more rewarding than when a client reviews their stay and cannot wait to recommend it to their family & friends and/or plan a return visit.
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19/12/2023

quiet. reflective. time.

something our guests adore about their stay .
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an unexpected, you know it when you feel it, hidden gem about our place — OUR LOCATION.
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you see, around 9pm when the lights & sounds of night life begin to fill the streets of Downtown Lake Geneva, our neighborhood gets quiet & sleepy.
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the perfect getaway nightcap.
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19/12/2023

a short weekend getaway, a post-holiday season is a MUST for us. If it’s the same for you too, keep reading because —
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we’ve updated our availability & pricing for,
January • February • March 2024.
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A few of our favorite things to do this time of year;
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Skiing
Ice Skating
Wine & Cheese Tasting
Ice Fishing
Speak Easy Cocktails
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AND/OR
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Staying In.
Drinking Hot Chocolate
Building Puzzles
PJ’s All Day
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Link in Bio to check availability & book a stay — it may just become a “NEW YEAR” tradition.
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15/12/2023

we’re stocked up with a collection of goods for our guest to gather around the table.
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Double ♡ Tap if this sounds like you…
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OUR getaways are cherish most because of our time around the table with the people we love - good music, good food, good conversation.
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our choices , big & small, are rooted in the spirit we feel in those moments.
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12/12/2023

SWIPE → everyone loves a good before/after. RIGHT?

our kitchen renovation allowed us to add a few features that eventually became guests FAVORITES.

1. a built bench for two ( or three ) so the chef can have company.

2. an opening in the wall visually connecting the kitchen & dinning room.

3. open shelving to house a full collections of coffee goods — if your a connoisseur like us, stick around, we’ll share more on this later.

For now, stay as long as you’d like swipes ← → are free.
head to our stories for a few more close ups.

Built In
Wall Detail / Carpentry
Wall Sconce

10/12/2023

In love with Sundays and *__________.
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leave your * ___________ in the comments below, we’ll go first.
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08/12/2023

is it a Frank Sinatra [ OR ] Micheal Buble Christmas for you?
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our favorite little corner is ready for the holiday season. and we think it pairs *perfectly* with our hot coco, cozy blankets, and twinkling lights.
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visiting family this holiday season? we’d love to be your hosts.

Book a stay — link in bio.
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05/12/2023

slowing down & staying in feeds the soul. if you agree, leave a heart 🖤 the comments below.
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staycation season is here — this time of year •always• feels like the time to, linger in bed a little longer, read a book for hours, and sit at the breakfast table til it’s brunch.
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we’d love to be that place for you.
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we have just a few weekends in December & January available — head to the link in our bio to book a .
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07/08/2023

our bathroom — gives • at home spa • vibes.
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we’re all about feeling pampered , so slip on robe and indulge ::
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— rain shower-head
— face serum & body oil
— shampoo/conditioner/body wash
— essential oils for an invigorating shower
— perfume bar
— makeup face wipes for your pre-skincare routine
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forget a toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, or razor at home — don’t fret — we’ve got you covered.
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31/07/2023

AMENITY NO. 004 -- A Pillow Menu
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Raise your hand ✋🏽 if you dread hotel pillows as much as we do! We couldn't agree more. That's why each of our guests have two pillow choices for their overnight stay.
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1. a firm memory foam pillow
2. a medium down-filled pillow
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We take sleep VERY seriously . And, we know that a weekend getaway is • even better • with a good nights sleep.
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29/07/2023

Did you know? Our Living Room features a pull-out sofa & chaise lounge, accommodating 3 additional guests for a total of 7.
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has :
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1 Master Bedroom with a King-Sized Bed
1 Guest Bedroom with a Queen-Sized Bed
1 Pull-Out Sofa
1 Over-Sized Chaise Lounge

27/07/2023

Guest Review
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we are incredibly grateful when our guests take a few moments to write a review -- it has a lasting impact on our hearts, our sweet little side-hustle, and those who are considering a stay with us.
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thank you, truly.
Nicholas & Sonya Kammes

25/07/2023

5 Morning Rituals we adore :
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1 - Slipping into a Robe Early Morning
2 - Opening the Shades to let the Light Pour in
3 - A Cup of French Press Coffee
4 - Blueberry, Maple, and Cinnamon Oatmeal
5 - Personal Reflection with Journaling Prompts
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Tell us, what morning ritual do you look forward to while away from home?
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21/07/2023

AMENITY NO. 003 -- ROBES. we want our guests to feel pampered at the uHL, always.
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18/07/2023

places in that make us happy.
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x Hill Valley Dairy
x Simple Cafe
x Maxwell Mansion
x Candle Mercantile
x The Olive Oil Shop
x Kilwins
x Lucca Lifestyle
x Sopra
x Lucas [ shop & salon ]
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head to our stories to vote which place makes your ♡ happy
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09/05/2023

we felt that in Lake Geneva this weekend and it was •so• good. leave us a ☀️ if you felt it too.
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we love being in a .
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• 4 blocks from Lake Geneva & Rivera Beach
• that’s an 8 minute walk
• free parking behind our building, as our guest
• 2 doors down from Bruno’s Liquor to grab drinks
• baskets to carry your beach essentials
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05/05/2023

THANK.
YOU.
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Our Hearts Are Full.
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We celebrated the launch of our new space with some of our favorite people, along with so many new faces.
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Here's a few of our favorite moments :
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* Learning about the people you want to enjoy the loft with.
* Seeing you get excited about the little things [ ].
* Your love for beautifully designed spaces.
* How much you love where we're located in Lake Geneva.
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We wholeheartedly look forward to being incredible hosts to you, your family, and your friends.
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Xo,
Nicholas & Sonya
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*If you attended our open house and want to share a thing or two we would love to hear from you. Leave a comment below.

28/04/2023

if you’ve been following along, hoping for the opportunity to see up close & personal — keep reading.
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→ on Saturday, April 29th — 1-5p { one day from today } we’re hosting an •• OPEN HOUSE ••
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where you’ll get to wander through each room, peek in cabinets & drawers, and see ’s hand-painted mural .
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you •may• even have the opportunity to meet her in person, while your sipping on a beverage from and nibbling on cheese from .
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if you’re in Lake Geneva this weekend, we would LOVE to see you.
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drop in anytime and stay as long or as little as you like.
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Xo,
Nicholas & Sonya
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27/04/2023

10 DAYS and counting.
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anyone else counting down the days until,
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FARMERS
MARKET
SEASON
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we’re✌🏼 blocks from the Lake Geneva Farmers Market and couldn’t be happier about it.
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grab a basket, take a short stroll, and enjoy the sights/sounds/smells of the season.
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May 7th - October 27th
Thursdays
8a-1p
Horticultural Hall
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our county hosts a farmers markets on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. want more details — head to our stories and click the link.
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25/04/2023

AMENITY NO. 002
An Oatmeal Bar.
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If you're wondering -- yes they're gluten free oats.
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x GF Oats
x Pecans
x Coconut Flakes
x Dried Blueberries
x Cinnamon
x Brown Sugar
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want something savory instead? we HIGHLY recommend a personal favorite ::
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x GF Oats
x Olive Oil Drizzle
x Flaked Maldon Sea Salt
x Red Pepper Flakes
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tell us, do you breakfast savory or sweet?
or skip it all together?
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12/04/2023

when we close our eyes we imagine people gathered here, sitting across from each other, leaning in — deeply engaged in the kind of conversation that feeds the soul.
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tag 3 people who’d be sitting across from you in this moment.
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11/04/2023

AMENITY NO. 001
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DOUBLE DUVETS

One Bed, Two People, Two Duvets.
It's the European way of co-sleeping.
And we think it's genius.

When you stay with us, sharing a blanket isn't a requirement, unless you want it to be ( wink, wink ).

Now booking May, June, July, and August stays.
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29/03/2023

an artful feeling.
that was our hope for theupperhalfLOFT.
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what followed — furnishings, textiles, and framed artwork — was influenced by our first artful choice;
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a hand-painted by Maggie — artist/owner/designer of .
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artful is the loveliest backdrop, wouldn’t you agree?!?
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framed artwork by
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27/03/2023

linen shades. brass details. cloth cords. soft light — unboxed these stunning table lamps for our living room.
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beautiful { AND } functional.
the only way details ought to be.
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