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Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes...

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A two-story house with a porch, multiple windows, and a stone foundation.
A couple standing by a marina with boats in the background during sunset.
A room with wooden floors, white walls, a door, and windows.
A dining area with a table set for four, a window with a view of a kitchen, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A two-story house with a covered porch, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Sister Bay, WI
  • Place, Sister Bay Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sister Bay Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Sister Bay

Located in Sister Bay, this cottage is in the city centre. Sister Bay Marina and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Peninsula State Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Sister Bay Marina - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Waterfront Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sister Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Peninsula State Park - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Cana Island Lighthouse - 22 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Husby's Food & Spirits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stabbur Beer Garden - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes...?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes...?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes...?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes... located?

This family-friendly cottage is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sister Bay Marina and Lake Michigan. Waterfront Park and Sister Bay Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable accommodationsKitchen nicely stocked for cooking
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
They had everything we needed in the kitchen! The location was great and the ice ceam shop just down the block was a bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot / lovely home

We really enjoyed our stay. Close to town, loved the property / house and enjoyed all the amenities (bikes, kayaks, etc). Will definitely stay again. Nice get away for the family
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2022
Thanks Tom… So happy you enjoyed your stay at KipDee Cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year to stay here and are hoping to return next year. We love the location, the comfort, the quick care given to any questions, the cleanliness, the gardens and the coziness of this quit home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thanks so much Cynthia. We love hosting your group! Jon and Lucy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place!

This was a cool place to stay. We enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

Wonderful, quaint place!! Close to everything, but private. Loved our stay, we would rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A place for memories!

We stayed here for a second time. It is a very pleasant home-away-from home place to stay. We were able to enjoy many activities in Door County, including ice cream, the beach and Wild Tomato pizza in Sister Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house!

Well stocked house, clean, conveniently located, with a beautiful yard!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2024
Thanks for staying at KipDee Cottage! We appreciate the kind words…
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

What a cute cottage! Everything was set up perfectly for a memorable week in Door County. Great cottage for reconnecting with family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2020
Great renters!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for families!

Lovely home very close to downtown sister bay. We had a lot of young children with us and it was a perfect spot for them. They especially loved playing in the loft and in the beautiful yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thank you for your kind words! We are always happy to share our cottage with those who truly appreciate it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip 2021

The location was great - quick bike ride to the beach, eating & shopping. The property was laid out well and felt secluded. We loved being able to walk down the street to get ice cream and watch the sun set.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Weekend

The house was absolutely perfect for our family get together. The bonus loft space was perfect for my teenage nephews and nieces to all stay in together. We are looking forward to our next visit to Door County and staying in this beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2020
Thanks Kara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister Bay

Great spot for a family vacation. The loft above the garage is great if extra room is needed. We enjoyed being close to Door County Ice Cream Factory and were able to take advantage of the shuttle from the ice cream shop to downtown Sister Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2024
Thanks Kari Loved hosting your group!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

This is a beautiful property with an amazing location in Sister Bay. 3 minute drive to the downtown area. We loved the decor, sitting on the porch and in the sunroom with morning coffee, and getting ice cream down the street. The owners were very easy to communicate with and the check in process was very easy. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Sister Bay Location

Great house and loft for entertaining our group. We enjoyed our short walks to the ice cream shop for late evening ice cream.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Awesome renters! Matthew and friends---Thanks for choosing KipDee Cottage! Jon and Lucy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet birthday weekend

Celebrated a quiet birthday weekend with the family. Great location, close to everything we wanted to do in the area. Owner was responsive with information in advance and for any questions. Would stay again and look forward to making a family tradition with such great memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute & clean

Murphy’s “KipDee” cottage was perfect for our family of 6. The farmhouse was so charming, had such a beautiful well maintained yard, and was close to everything! We would definitely recommend to anyone and would stay again. Thank you Jon and Lucy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Girls Weekend Retreat

Great spot for us to celebrate turning 50! Comfortable and well equipped house. Gracious and informative hosts. Door County was just beginning its summer season, but there was plenty to do and see. I hope we get the chance to visit again and we will definitely seek to stay at KipDee Cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house and location!

This is such a charming, cozy cottage. We were very pleased with all of the amenities, charm, and location. It was lovely to see the photos on the wall and read stories about the former owners. Can't wait to try this home again in the summer. Location was perfect and really gave you the Door County vibe. Don't forget to check out the holiday store across the street!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2023
Sarah Thanks much for the kind words! Fall is beautiful in Door County. We would love to host your group for a summer stay when you can experience the water, the beaches and all the outdoor activities and entertainment Sister Bay offers!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet little getaway

We LOVED the location of this property and all the amenities. It's very doable to have two families stay on property with the loft above the garage. The house is styled beautifully, very warm and cozy which just adds to the appeal. We will definitely be repeat customers! Thank you Jon and Lucy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Thank you! So happy we could share KipDee Cottage with you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to come back

This place was amazing! It had everything we were looking for. Location was perfect close to everything but still far enough way to have peace and quiet. The owners were available for any questions we had and the binder of info was super helpful. I would recommend this place to anyone. Thank you to the Murphy's for opening up your home to my family and my sisters family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Amanda and family, We look forward to hosting your group any time... So happy you enjoyed your stay! Jon and Lucy Murphy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

KipDee Cottage-Sister Bay, WI

Fantastic property super close to beach, downtown Sister Bay and other communities on the Bay. We didn't utilize the loft above the garage but it would be fantastic for a second family or younger members of a group to have privacy. Hosts were prompt, courteous, informative and allowed us to check in earlier in the day. Bonus for our stay. We would definitely like to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 September 2021
Thanks Tim… We would certainly love to host you anytime in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 night Family Getaway

This place was perfect for our group of 7! 2 adults and kids ranging from 15-20. The loft above the garage was perfect for all of the kids to stay. Both the house and the loft were clean, fully stocked and decorated so cute! We used the bikes, kayaks and firepit that were provided. There’s a lovely lookout point and ice cream shop just steps from the house and downtown Sister Bay is just a few minute drive. We loved just about everything from our stay and will likely be booking here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls wine weekend trip

Thanks to our wonderful hosts, this annual girls trip was the best one yet! We felt so at home in this lovely cottage. The property is close to town but far enough away to feel private and peaceful. Just a gorgeous place to spend some time relaxing. Fun was definitely had by all…can’t wait to return. Thanks so much, Jon and Lucy!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2021
Loved to host your group Melissa! Thanks for the kind words.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July stay at Kipdee

We live around the corner and needed more space for our extended family. The KipDee was perfect! Beautiful yard and adorable, clean cottage and sleeping loft above the garage! Our family said the beds were the most comfortable they have ever slept on! Jon was awesome to work with and we highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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