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Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️

Holiday home with kitchen, 7-minute walk to Lake Michigan

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Waterfront Park
  • Place, Sister Bay Beach
  • Place, Sister Bay Marina

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️

Downtown Sister Bay~5 minute walk to beach. Tucked away in an unbeatable location, this gorgeous cottage is just steps from downtown Sister Bay and waterfront! Modern Dörr is located on a tranquil wooded lot offering wonderful privacy and natural beauty. Walk to the beach, marina, and Sister Bay’s many fine shops, restaurants and coffee bars. Or choose to stay in and relax with a woodland view on the spacious backyard patio. The outdoor space also serves as a great place to gather with friends and family around the campfire. Step inside and the Scandinavian modern decor and open concept floor plan offers great flexibility and ideal entertaining space for your Door County getaway. Guests will enjoy modern furnishings throughout.

Modern Dörr is the perfect centralized location to explore the Door County Peninsula.
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• 4 mi to Ephraim--Isely Coffee, Wilsons, Chefs Hat, Pearl Wine Bar, Bad Moravian
• 5 mi to Ellison Bay--Island Cider Company, Newport State Park, Mink River, Blue Bear
• 9 mi to Baileys Harbor-- DC Brewing, Sway Brewing, Inland Pizza, Stones Throw Winery
• 9 mi to Fish Creek--Peninsula State Park , Blue Horse, Bayside Tavern
• 15 mi to Egg Harbor-- Hatch Distillery, One Barrel Brewing, Pizza Bros, Macready Artisan Bread Co
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4 cruiser bikes, paddle board, and a kayak available for guests use -- Gas Webber Grill on patio -- Fire Pit w/Chairs -- Yard Games
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Outdoor security cameras are placed outside the home for the safety of the guests & home

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sister Bay

Located in Sister Bay, this holiday home 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating and other activities like winery tours.
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Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sister Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sister Bay Marina - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Peninsula State Park - 12 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stabbur Beer Garden - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Husby's Food & Spirits - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wild Tomato - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️ ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️ ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️ located?

Located in the heart of Sister Bay, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Waterfront Park and Lake Michigan. Sister Bay Beach and Sister Bay Marina are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Breena L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You can’t beat the location of this space! The backyard area is beautiful and sitting around the fire pit with friends was great. The beds were not very comfortable though. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have rented this house in the past. Great location and nice property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to great Sister Bay attractions, but a few blocks off the main street offering peace and quiet too. The home is very well equipped and clean. It was just right for three generations of our family. We would love to return one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay! This property was so beautiful and thoughtfully laid out. And communication with the owner was always lightning-fast and helpful. The location of this property absolutely cannot be beat - easy walking distance to town but somehow extremely peaceful. A wonderful oasis!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine m.

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

Great location and property

The house is exactly as described and a short walk into town. We enjoyed our stay and would consider visiting again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

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

Lovely Sister Bay Home

We've stayed at this home 5 times and love it. Nice open layout, great patio space, relaxed setting. Easy access to downtown Sister Bay and activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

Sister Bay family trip

We enjoyed staying at this tastefully updated home. The beds were comfortable & it had so many nice touches like a fire pit, bikes and lots of games! It was situated in a perfect location within walking distance to downtown Sister Bay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Fall Stay in Sister Bay

Modern Dorr was a great location & provided roomy accommodations for our family of 4 during a recent fall stay in Sister Bay. Very clean, had everything we needed, lots of fun board games provided and a friendly and responsive host. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

Great place

Super location - walkable to anything in sister bay. The house was clean and very well appointed. We didn’t cook, but the kitchen was well stocked. And coffee lovers like me will be happy with the options. Very highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Amazing Sister Bay Home!

We had an awesome time during our recent stay at Modern Dorr! The location is perfect…we enjoyed being able to walk to the downtown and beach area every day. The house was beautiful and had everything we needed for our stay. We enjoyed being able to cook some of our meals at home and had fun using the fire pit for s’mores. Sarah and Adam were wonderful hosts with excellent communication. Check in and check out was super easy. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and look forward to coming back soon! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great spot! Perfect for families and in walking distance to everything, will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this property. Everything is comfortable and modern. Great patio, outdoor space. Close to all the fun in Sister Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, had everything you could need or want. Location is amazing. Walked to town everyday for coffee, the beach, to grab dinner.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karoline L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time visiting and we love this place! Perfect for a family get together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and well-furnished, comfortable home away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey R.

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

Wonderful stay, great location

We have a wonderful girls getaway here! Lovely house, plenty of room to spread out. They offer lots of options to entertain you while there: patio, bikes, kayak, ect. So close to downtown Sister Bay and the beach. Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

New tradition

We spent a 2nd Labor Day weekend at Modern Dorr and had another wonderful experience in Sister Bay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Perfect accommodation for our family

I guess our straight 5-star ratings in every category above pretty much sum it up. This house is spacious, spotless, and comfortable. And lovely! Sarah is a perfect host, answering each communication quickly, and generally being an extremely helpful and accommodating person to work with. We love staying here, and as tempting as it would be to gatekeep "our secret" (ha), we must share the love!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua M.

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

Perfect Location - Cute Cottage

We had a wonderful week in Sister Bay, and very much enjoyed our stay at this property. The location was very walkable to everything we needed or wanted to do. The kitchen was well-equipped, so we did not need to purchase or bring many things for our stay. We did not give it 5 stars, as there were things that, for the price, we would have expected. The floors were dirty (had to wash feet every night before bed), there were household chemicals and cleaning supplies in places where little kids could easily access, we had to supply our own wood for bonfires, etc. These are mostly little things that were relatively easy to take care of. However, I just would not expect to have to do that for this price. All that said, we did enjoy our stay, and you really cannot beat this location for accessibility to downtown Sister Bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

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

Exquisite Experience

Quite honestly, we could not have found a better place to "call home" in Door County nor could we have asked for better hosts. Sarah and Adam's Modern Dorr in Sister Bay was the perfect place to stay, and all we can say is that Sarah and Adam were the type of hosts everyone hopes for -- the communication was great, the welcome tray was much appreciated, the house was well stocked with everything needed, and the spacious accommodations were both clean and comfortable. It was a pleasure waking up there each morning, and when we returned each afternoon/evening from a fun day exploring DC and taking advantage of many of its pleasures, it was wonderful to come back to Modern Dorr. We took full advantage of the property's many amenities -- grilling, the fire pit, relaxing outside as well as inside, using the kitchen to whip up some family favorites. Oh, and before I forget -- the Welcome Book you laid out on the desk provided some great suggestions for all of Door County's hamlets. That was much appreciated. Thank you. :-) Even though we were but a few short blocks from Sister Bay's bustling main street, we were secluded in peace and quiet, which was doubly appreciated after long -- yet fun! -- days exploring Wisconsin's Summer Playground. Thank you, Sarah & Adam. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karoline L.

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

Great!!

We had a fabulous time. Short walk to Sister Bay, nice fireplace, great indoor and outdoor hang out areas for socializing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Great Family Getaway

From start to finish, Sarah made the process easy and stress free Modern Dorr was as advertised, neat, clean and talk about location! Great central location with a short drive to most activities and walking distance to downtown Sister Bay, the beach as well as coffee and restaurants. Could not have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Modern and Convenient Door

The property looked exactly like the pictures. The house was about 2 blocks or a 5 min walk to the Main Street in Sister Bay which made it convenient when at the beach or if you needed to go back and get something. We have rented many houses and this one has been the best so far. The beds were comfortable, the house is clean, lots of toiletries provided, the kitchen had everything you would need, bikes, kayak and paddle board. We never thought we were missing anything. The hosts checked in with us and were available for questions. If you are looking for a place to stay while in Door County this it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna R.

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

Sister Bay

We very much enjoyed our stay! We had plenty of room for 4 adults and 2 kids. We loved the easy walk to downtown Sister Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Location was perfect!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Modern Dorr! The location was perfect -- we loved that we could enjoy all that Sister Bay has to offer (beach/waterfront, restaurants, live music, etc.), and after a quick few minute walk we were back to a super private and peaceful "home". The amenities and accommodations didn't lack a thing...absolutely everything we needed (or could think of!) was supplied. Sarah provided recommendations for things to do and places to eat which we also found very helpful. We'd absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Rose

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Our Door County story began as young children when we would both take the scenic drive up Highway 42 from Green Bay with our families to camp, hike, bike, kayak, and explore the peninsula.

After meeting in 2010, we found out we not only shared a passion for food, travel, and adventure; but also Door County. After several years of vacationing together on the peninsula we make our dream a reality and purchased Modern Dörr Cottage. The name pays homage to Door County's Scandinavian influence and our love for Scandinavian modern design.

We are so happy to host you and share our love for Door County <3

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