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

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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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
Great room and kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Place, Crossroads At Big Creek
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Door County Historical Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King 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

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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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: 20
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

This property does not have any lifts
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. Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse and Sturgeon Bay Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Farm and The Garden Door. Consider Woodwalk Gallery for a night out or Door County Maritime Museum if you're travelling with kids. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Sturgeon Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Crossroads At Big Creek - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Door County Historical Museum - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Third Avenue Playhouse - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 12 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪5th and Jefferson Coffee House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Institute Saloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hong Kong Buffet - ‬10 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

Shirley S.

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

Mary’s Beach House

This is an older property with lots of character that perfectly suited us. The sand beach is gorgeous and perfect for walking. The house is spacious and private. It was cool, but our dog loved the swimming in Lake Michigan. The neighborhood is quiet and our old biking legs appreciated the flatter roads in the area. It is beautiful in Door County and this area along Glidden is one of the most beautiful. Mary and Ray Spangler are great hosts who respond immediately if there is a question or problem. For us this is a five star property and we are already looking forward to coming back here next July.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M., Chicago, IL

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

Peaceful, scenic

This house is roomy, very pet friendly, with a nice beachy feel. It has windows absolutely everywhere, showing off all the beautiful views. We’ve been to Door County many times and enjoyed this particular location—quiet and secluded but only minutes from Sturgeon Bay stores. Our two 20-something kids and our mini Aussie dog had plenty of space to decompress after covid restrictions. Mary was great to deal with, flexible and accommodating, very quick to respond. The house has everything you need. Also, importantly for us, the internet was high speed and handled all four of us. We all needed to do some work online and there was never a problem. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Great Lake House for Family Time Together.

The Lake is our happy place, no matter the season. This is a well-cared-for home. So much is here to make it a home from the stocked kitchen to the cozy bedrooms to the full washer/dryer to the extra soaps in the bathrooms. We loved watching the sunrise and sunset from the indoor patio, the huge windows in the main living room, and the panoramic views from the 2nd floor. We got some wonderful family time with our family of 4 and my parents (grandparent time!) Could’ve even had a friend or two join us! Two great tables to play card/board games and build puzzles. WiFi is also good here and there are card/board games and movies to choose. Mary is very responsive and a great host. We’re seeing about heading back to this home soon! Thank you for this time together in a wonderful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Janet L.

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

Lots of room, sunshine and fun!

We had lots of room for our group. Never did we feel crowded. We had teens & 2 dogs. It was so special to be able to bring our dogs which posed no problem at all. It was extra fun to watch & play with them. We had 4 glorious days of sunshine & play in the water & on the beach with the floatables, frisbee, our dogs, shovels for digging. It was beach day from morning to dinner time. It would have been extra difficult to leave if it hadn't been raining the day we needed to leave. One morning three of our group even drove to the Green Bay side to get some fishing in. We had plenty of privacy. A lovely family gathering by all of us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jason S., Monona, Wisconsin

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

Like staying at my grandparent's cabin

Stayed with the family and some friends and their kids in Mary's Beach House for five nights. Ray and Mary were great with the check in, said we could come a little earlier as the cabin was available, even replaced a gas grill that was broken the next day. We got there late Sunday afternoon and immediately hit the beach, which is really the most outstanding feature of the property. We could see the kids playing in the water from the deck and the path is short, maybe 30 feet or so before you hit the sand. Pretty much spent all week on that amazing beach. Sand everywhere, even with the kids rinsing off their feet with the hose next to the house. Hard to keep the sand out, but we tried. There's washer and dryer in the cabin, so we did a lot of laundry. Had to buy beach towels, as there were none. The cabin itself has lots of bedrooms, with a lofted room that has a 360-degree view that is pretty amazing along with a little deck area. Though this space could be a great master suite, it was set up more for kids. Overall, the cabin is feeling it's age and there are a few areas that are perpetually damp and dank, which is just how it is when you have a place right on the beach. Makes it smell like wet cedar, just like my grandparent's cabin. There are lot of dusty cabin-y knick-knacks around (not like the "beach swag" you get from Amazon) and plenty of post-its that let you know what you can and can't do in the house--just like grandma and grandpas.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Andy F.

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

Great location, not so clean

We
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage, lots of room, gorgeous beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Marys Beach House. This is the 2nd year we've stayed here for our annual family vacation. The house is very spacious and clean. Views are stunning and we all loved the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tom s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house delivers a perfect sand beach, six bedrooms, and allows two pooches - perfect for my family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Something for all ages

The beach house was roomy and home for our family of 11. Ranging from age 6 to 71! The view of the lake from inside was spectacular!The deck, which overlooks Lake Michigan was so inviting. Our grands spent most days and evenings on the smooth sandy beach or in the lake. (Life jackets of course) Mary & Ray were available if need be:)Already looking forward to next time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Best beach in DC

This was our third year, and we enjoyed it as much as we always do. Absolutely the best beach in Door County. The views from the house are stunning. The house is like your grandparent’s well-loved beach house; lots of character. Plenty of rooms for our mini family get-together (7 adults & 1 teen.) The upstairs suite is breathtaking! Coffee on the deck, afternoons on the beach & dinners overlooking the water. Wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

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

beautiful beach and house

Wonderful place, gorgeous beach, plenty of room for family get togethers!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

Great Lake views

This rental has a beautiful beach area. We had a fire on the beach a couple of times. We roasted hot dogs and made s’mores. Location is the star.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

Kathleen G.

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

8 miles of sand beach

capacious beautiful cottage, gorgeous surroundings and Lkae Michigan!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 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

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

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

8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family Getaway

You could not find a better location with beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Plenty of room for our family of 11 adults. The property could use new bath towels and bed linens/comforters. Overall, great place to spend a week in Door County exploring.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

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.

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