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8 Miles Of Sand Beach To Explore ~ Outstanding Sunset Views Over The Lake!

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Viewing the house while walking up from the lake.
Our covered swing provides a wonderful view
Comfortable chairs are provided on this freshly stained deck.
You can walk 6 miles North and 2 miles South
.120 ft of sand beach on Lake Michigan in Door County, WI

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Whitefish Dunes State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Cave Point County Park
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Futon

Den bedroom

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

8 Miles Of Sand Beach To Explore ~ Outstanding Sunset Views Over The Lake!

Walk 4 miles of empty beach in either direction or bike down a wooded road laced with million dollar homes. Our property is located in the most rural and secluded section of the most desirable Midwestern destination. Bikes and beach toys are provided with this totally equipped home which was built for large group rentals.

Children love to dig a waterhole in the beach, play with the odd homemade wooden toys or watch movies until they fall asleep in their rooms. Adults enjoy sharing breakfast for two on the roof porch or beach swing. The night sky is lit with stars while your family roasts marshmallows over a beach fire.

The beach house sits on top of a dune surrounded with pine trees. Large windows make viewing the lake a treat from each common area. Seamlessly, the stone design blends into the landscape making your transformation from the elegant inside into the dune environment an unforgettable experience. 4 kings, 3 queens, l small daybed, 2 full futons, cots and inflatables

Property manager

Mary and Ray Spangler
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Noise ordinance 10 pm - 7 am.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
We will ask for a pet fee for bigger dogs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside, but collect butts for the garbage. The garbage truck (Wednesday) will drive up and empty the cans in place.
Please strip the beds, take out all garbage and we will empty the dishwasher if you don’t have time.
Dogs outside must be on a leash.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 18
Note from host: Noise ordinance 10 pm - 7 am.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sturgeon Bay

Located in Sturgeon Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. Whitefish Dunes State Park and Door 44 Winery 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 Crossroads At Big Creek. Consider Woodwalk Gallery for a night out or The Farm if you're travelling with kids. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Sturgeon Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Door County Historical Museum - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Whitefish Dunes State Park - 19 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Potawatomi State Park - 21 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Cave Point County Park - 29 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Up Brewing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hong Kong Buffet - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starboard Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 8 Miles Of Sand Beach To Explore ~ Outstanding Sunset Views Over The Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at 8 Miles Of Sand Beach To Explore ~ Outstanding Sunset Views Over The Lake! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is 8 Miles Of Sand Beach To Explore ~ Outstanding Sunset Views Over The Lake! located?

This Sturgeon Bay holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Crossroads At Big Creek and The Farm. Sunset Park Beach and Whitefish Dunes State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 130 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kathleen s.

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

Sturgeon Bay and elsewhere

Wonderful property for multi-generational family. Plenty of space, well equipped, great location for exploring Door Country
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary's beach house is like coming home. It is a comfortable rustic place to stay with everything you need to enjoy your time on the beach. The views are breathtaking and the property is accessible. We had a wide range of ages with the oldest of our party being 89. The porch was their favorite perch and the path to the beach was easy enough for them to walk. If you're looking for a place that fits all ages, this is it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Doris P.

Liked: Check-in, location

Beautiful views on Lake Michigan

Wonderful views the lake upon entry in the house. The space was great with our family and friends joining us to celebrate our daughter's wedding.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Lake Michigan beach house

The location is wonderful. The beach is wonderful. There was plenty of space in the house for our family gathering. The cleanliness was disappointing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John Q.

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

Great Place

Our family has truly enjoyed our stays at "Mary"s Beach House" wr hope to plan to revisit again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy D., Parker

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

Fall Family Get Away

Great property and wonderful owners!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

A great family vacation

Mary's Beach house was the perfect place for a family vacation. Had enough sleeping spaces, enough rooms that if you needed a little quite time, huge deck and wonderful wonderful beach! Laid back, and comfortable for all!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brenda M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Location location location

Location is amazing. Wonderful hostesses they have a lot of pride for their beach house in the woods. I’m sure they have enjoyed many memories there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Wonderful time

Beautiful home. This house has a wonderful homey, comfortable feel. We were a party of 11 and there was enough room for all including a large dining room table to play family games on. The house was very well stocked with all necessities and more. Location was great. Short trip to store, yet located on private beachfront lot. We had a group of all ages and all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

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

Mary's beach house

Gorgeous beach, commodious beach house, friendly, interesting owners who were extremely accommodating. Hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Great Location

Great location on the beach and not far from Sturgeon bay! Great views of the lake and beach. Would definitely stay again! One suggestion would be new couches in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

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

Fall Door County get away.

Excellent week in Door County, with family and kids!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

A little slice of heaven

We’ve been before & will come again as long as Ray & Mary continue to rent! The house is a little dated & full of personal, whimsical touches - not your sterile corporate vrbo stay. But the beach is an unmatched feature among door county rentals. We adore this property and were sad to go. Already looking forward to next year!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine G.

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

Door county stay

Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Mattoon, IL USA

Great place for friends to gather!

Beautiful views of the bay! Relaxed and comfortable space to reunite with old friends. Long walks on the beach to catch up with latest news of our families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

mike g.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Love the location and home, unhappy other parts of rental

We drove up to the home on the first night at 3:30 p.m. to find a partial tree blocking the driveway and outside toys blown all over. Cleaned it up, never took a picture. House was as expected, perfect for our large family. The beach was easy access great place for walks. Location of home was great as well and close to many attractions. The house was dirty, but we let this go. We realize lake houses get dirty so wrote it off to that. The house was full of ants we kept our food in totes and the ants were also in two of the downstairs bedrooms and a bathroom. We did go buy ant traps which helped in the kitchen but not the other areas. We love the house for our family so let it all go. Had not tried to communicate with owner as I had wrote a message on May 15th, never got a response. The worst part of the stay was the last full day of trip. Owner arrived at backdoor of house before 7:00 a.m. This is our vacation, and we paid what we felt was a large sum of money for this rental only to be bothered at 7:00 a.m. and he did not call first. Our daughter was breastfeeding her baby in the sunroom enjoying the view and the next thing she sees is a stranger. He showed up to say neighbor complained as we had small fire on the beach the night before and listened to music were in house by 9:45 p.m. as quiet time is 10:00 p.m. The owners lack of courtesy to call and acting like we were in the wrong as we followed the rules was hard to take.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

Vacation 21

Everything was excellent. Hope to rent again next Year.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Maria B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good for the Soul

Very comfortable. Loved the Deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie A W.

Very spacious and well stocked

The house is very spacious for large groups, right on the water, and dog friendly! Mary is very easy to work with. A great house for a great price!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

adam z.

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

Great Beach Location

The house is well-designed to take advantage of the lake - the large windows from the dining room, family room, and enclosed porch are fantastic. The deck is also huge and has a great view. This was perfect for our two families for 4, with an unused bedroom to spare! Beds were comfortable, fans in every room, we wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jermain K.

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

Great location

The house was in a great location within 7 miles of Sturgeon Bay to pick up groceries or go to lunch or dinner. The house has a beautiful view of Lake Michigan and has a long stretch of sandy beach to take walks. The kitchen was well supplied with pots and pans to cook dinners for 12 people. We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Wonderful house in a fabulous location

This was our second stay and it was just a great as the first. The house is comfortable and cozy, especially on a winter evening with the fire crackling and the waves crashing, and I don't think I would ever tire of the view! We spent a lot of time walking on the beach, picking up shells and pebbles and following deer tracks, and were even greeted on day one with a bald eagle fly-over. All in all, I would totally recommend a stay at Mary's Beach House!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

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

We love this place!

This was our second time staying at this great beach house. The place is huge, with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. The upper floor bedroom is like sleeping in a giant treehouse! There is a nice wide beach and you can walk a long way in either direction. The decor is very "Door County" and the hosts are really responsive. We'll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

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

Fall in Door County

A great time was had by all! Snow waited until or last day. We will be making plans to return next fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

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

An awesome Door County getaway!

This "cottage" was the perfect place for our growing family. It had plenty of room for our 4-generation group. The beach is fantastic- clean and walkable for miles! We loved the vintage bikes (in good condition) and rode up and down Glidden Drive several times. The place is filled with lots of homey and quirky touches which made it interesting. And there is a great collection of VHS tapes and DVDs to watch if you can't be on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mary and Ray Spangler

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Ray and I are retired teachers and have owned the property since the summer of 92. There are two previous owners. The first built a 3 bedroom 1 bath in the early 60s; the second added a den and bedroom and bath as well as a deck and screened in sun room in the 80s We started renting in 93 and did an addition to the property in 2003 adding a glassed in sunroom and a 1/2 bath downstairs and an upper story with full bath, large bedroom with 2 beds and mini kitchen: fridge, sink and microwave.

Why they chose this property

I walked down the main hallway and saw the beach and fell in love.

What makes this property unique

The house has 120 ft of sand beach, is quiet and only 6 miles from Sturgeon Bay with its shopping and fine restaurants. Pottowatomee and White Fish Dunes State Parks are nearby and very worth a visit as well as are the other towns and parks on the peninsula about 20 minutes North.

Languages:

English, French

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