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Hot tub, fireplace, walking path to town, patio & deck, STUNNING WATER VIEWS!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Welcome to Sunny Bluff!
Summer on the deck … unparalleled water views every day …
… and night
Exterior
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8171.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Hot tub, fireplace, walking path to town, patio & deck, STUNNING WATER VIEWS!

***SUMMER ‘26- JUN 1-4 STILL AVAIL (REST OF SUMMER SOLD OUT) ***FALL ‘26- CALENDAR WILL OPEN JAN ‘26

If the dates you’d like are unavailable, please consider staying with us in the off season … or reach out to be put on our waitlist.

Our sweeping water views and wooded, secluded setting are unparalleled! Come relax in this charming waterfront home; perfectly located at the end of a quiet dead end lane but also within walking distance of Sister Bay.

Sunny Bluff is the perfect spot to recharge (or even work remotely; our internet is STRONG!) all while enjoying the natural beauty of Door County. As you pull up to our cottage and the sweeping vista comes into view, it will take your breath away!
Summer on the peninsula is what Door County is all about; we wait all year for these sunny days and crisp nights under the stars. Rent a boat and explore the peninsula’s shoreline, spend the day shopping and lunching, or save your energy for an evening of theatre or live music under the stars. Golf, fish, hike, kayak, cycle, mini golf, zipline, or go kart. Throw a few frames at Sister Bay Bowl, enjoy a pie from Sweetie Pie’s, create art at Hands-On Studio, take a trolley tour, or visit a winery. Never a dull day on the peninsula!

And with our fantastic location on the south edge of Sister Bay, restaurants abound. Within a 10 min drive (or take the free shuttle, there’s a stop right in our neighborhood!) you can find a great variety; from fine dining (Chop, Lure, and Thyme) … to great bar food (Husby’s and Stabbur) … to delicious sandwiches (Grasse’s and DC Creamery.) Not to mention yummy spots for pizza, breakfast and coffee! (Wild Tomato, Al Johnson’s or Carroll House, and Happy Coffee.) Or maybe you need sushi, then a freshly-brewed beer? We have that too; both within walking distance! (Fat Belly and PeachBarn Brewery.) Also ‘The Pig’ is just across Hwy 42 so groceries are within a 3 min drive as well.

But! After you’ve enjoyed all the adventures the area has to offer, coming home to the charms of Sunny Bluff is pretty special as well! After a day in town, stroll home on the stunning waterfront trail; an easy 3/4 mile stroll from the town beach to our front door. Once back at Sunny Bluff, sink into our bubbling HOT TUB with a glass of wine ... our water views at sunset, high on the bluff, are breath-taking! Once night falls, grab your popcorn and cozy up in front of a crackling fire for board games or movie night … make s’mores at the fire pit … enjoy the propane fire table on the deck … or star gaze from the hot tub … the possibilities are endless.

General layout: this bluff-top home features 3 levels of indoor living as well as an expansive deck area outdoors. Inside, the open-concept main floor offers ample space for your group to gather for lake-view meals, board games, and fireside conversations. However with all beds/baths on the upper and lower levels, members of your group can also enjoy complete privacy if the mood strikes for quiet time, reading or napping!

Main floor: along with stunning water views from the entire north side of the house, the main living area offers hardwood floors, a sectional sofa (new as of Jul '21) in front of the wood-burning fireplace, seating for 6-8 at the dining table, and an antique game table with 2 chairs snuggled up to a bay window. This level also offers a flat screen smart tv, a dvd movie library (children's movies included), and a cupboard full of games/puzzles. Wireless internet and cable tv is also available throughout the house. The adjacent kitchen (newly remodeled as of Mar '21) features all the major/smaller appliances you expect, including a dishwasher, blender, crockpot, waffle-maker, coffee grinder, and hand mixer. Envision enjoying a glass of wine while some of your party cooks while others enjoy the game table, all set to the backdrop of passing boats in summer or a crackling fire in winter.

Upper level: ascend the staircase at the front of the house and you’ll find a large master bedroom with expansive lake and tree-top views, a king-size bed, an easy chair/reading nook, a large closet, and a flat screen smart tv. Next door is a second bedroom (also with amazing lake views), featuring 2 twin beds and an easy chair. Finally, this floor also features a full bath with tub/shower and a lovely forest view. Both upper / lower levels have wall to wall carpeting as well as designer-quality bed linens, pillows, and mattresses. (Another special touch; we have all our bed linens sent out, for professional laundering/pressing.)

Lower level: descend the staircase at the back of the house and you’ll find another charming partial-water-view room, complete with a queen bed, 2 easy chairs, a flat-screen smart tv, and a full en-suite bath with tub and shower. In addition, the sweet bunkroom adjoining this room features Pottery Barn bunkbeds/bedding, perfect for children or teens. There is also a small unfinished basement room just off the bunk room, with a front-loading washer/dryer that guests are welcome to use.

Outdoor spaces: while inside couldn't be cozier, our outdoor places to gather (or to sneak off to, for a minute of privacy!) abound. The front of the house features a welcoming garden spot with comfortable seating, partial water views and a traditional firepit; a wonderful spot to enjoy that perfectly-toasted marshmallow as the sun sets.

On the back of the house the main deck, accessed from the kitchen, features dining space for 6, a gas grill, and a cozy propane fire table (new in Jul '22.) Here you can enjoy the sounds of nature all around while you curl up with a cozy blanket on our sectional sofa or a lounge chair (Pottery Barn deck furniture was all new in Apr '21.) And last but not least ... our small lower deck features our year-round toasty and bubbling hot tub (new in Aug '22.) All are ideal spots for enjoying your favorite beverage ... #hottubstargazing!

To access our bluff stairs down to the water, take the path around the left (west) side of house. Continue across the small deck and you'll easily find our stairs; at the bottom simply turn right (east) and stroll the charming walking trail which leads into town. As it runs parallel to the water, you’ll enjoy dramatic forest/ soothing lake/ towering bluff views as you meander into Sister Bay (from our stairs it’s approx 3/4 mile to the edge of town.) As the trail ends you'll pop out of woods into the parking lot of Yacht Club condos (next to Waterfront Park / the town beach.) We also have a dock in place in season (May-Sep); our guests are welcome to enjoy it for fishing, swimming, sunbathing, and boat/sunset watching!

*DATES -
IF YOU’RE INTERESTED IN RENTING BUT YOUR DATES LOOK UNAVAILABLE, or if you have any questions on our amenities, sleeping arrangements, location etc, please don't hesitate to reach out with questions!

Thank you for considering Sunny Bluff for your getaway. Book now. You won’t regret it!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Bluff stairs (down to shore) are not to be used if snow/ice is present. Please contact owner for instructions on alternatives to access shoreline path
Use of hot tub on premises is at your own risk
Must have conversation with host within 48 hours of booking or subject to cancellation.

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 first aid kit and a deadlock

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 on the waterfront. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Bay Ridge Golf Course 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sister Bay Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Waterfront Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sister Bay Marina - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Eagle Harbor - 8 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stabbur Beer Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Husby's Food & Spirits - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wild Tomato - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot tub, fireplace, walking path to town, patio & deck, STUNNING WATER VIEWS! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hot tub, fireplace, walking path to town, patio & deck, STUNNING WATER VIEWS!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot tub, fireplace, walking path to town, patio & deck, STUNNING WATER VIEWS!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hot tub, fireplace, walking path to town, patio & deck, STUNNING WATER VIEWS! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Lake Michigan. Frykman Studio Gallery and Waterfront Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, great location with an easy walk to Sister Bay, host is fantastic. Absolutely loved our time there and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lynn is lovely and wonderful to work with. Sunny Bluff stuns with its chic-yet-approachable design, soaring lake views, and amenities that elevate your stay. We can’t wait to come back to our new favorite home-away-from-home in Sister Bay. Bonus: this group of Penn State friends walked into a sign saying “Welcome Nittany Lions”. Little touches like these speak loudly about the care Lynn and her team take to welcome each guest.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When we booked this place, we thought the pictures were too good to be true. We were more than pleasantly surprised when we checked in. The house is welcoming, clean and you cannot beat the views. We had so many plans and cancelled most of our dinner reservations so we could enjoy the house and the views.We were lucky enough to spend time making s'mores by the firepit, saw the Northern Lights (thanks to the owner giving us a heads up that they would be visible), enjoyed the stars by the fire table , a perfect night in the hot tub as well as a quick photo op on the dock. We loved being able to take a quick walk down the nature trail to enjoy dinner and drinks at a local restaurant. We cannot imagine better views, accommodations or communication with the owner. Hope to return someday and would definitely recommend to other couples or families as the house is well stocked/set up for an entire family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Amazing!

Amazing vacation house! Beautiful views! Cute cabin feeling.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

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

Perfect

We love this house so much! Host is consistently making sure we feel welcome and are quick with response! Everything was clean and cozy. My family will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Could not have been better!

This property and its owner are amazing. The location is perfect, the property is kept in immaculate condition and has all the right amenities. Working with the owner was as easy as I’ve ever experienced as well as being pleasant and informative! Great stay and will most certainly be back as we tend to visit the area multiple times a year. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

brian f.

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

Fantastic Views!

Wow! We loved Lynn’s home! Very comfortable, in an excellent location away from the busy downtown area but still close enough to walk to some great places. Fabulous views from every window overlooking Lake Michigan. We were able to swim from the dock and warm back up in the large hot tub! Our family had an amazing stay and Lynn is absolutely terrific with communication and very helpful with anything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Door County Dream

We had a fantastic stay at this property! The host, Lynn, is absolutely lovely! Friendly and accommodating! The cottage is cozy and clean. We loved the layout for our family of 6 (2 adults, 3 children under 5 and a grandmother). The view is spectacular! The close proximity to town is convenient! The kitchen is equipped with everything that you need. I could sit on the porch for days and dayy enjoying the view and cool weather. Stay here! You won’t regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

Sisters Reunion

We chose Sunny Bluff for a sisters' reunion and it could not have been more perfect. There were 5 of us and each had their own bed which is very important at our ages (66-80). Two rooms downstairs (the bunk bedroom has a door that can be closed) and the bathroom near the larger bed were shared by 2. The other bathroom situated at the top of the upstairs floor was shared by 3 which worked out very much to our liking. Everyone had beautiful views of the lake. The main level is cozy and had us beginning the day around the large kitchen table, ending the day either around the outdoor fire table enjoying the lovely view of boats and birds and/or inside grouped in front of the fireplace. So very memorable thanks to our attentive host, Lynn. Five stars for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Es war ein wundervoller Aufenthalt. Lynn hat uns bereits vor unserer Ankunft so toll unterstützt und uns so herzlich willkommen geheißen. Die Unterkunft ist ein Traum. Jeder Raum ist wunderbar und die Aussicht ist nicht zu toppen. Wir können diese Unterkunft nur weiterempfehlen. Ein schöneres Ankommen in den USA und Door County hätten wir uns nicht wünschen können.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!!! Locations was excellent, adorable home, host was the most helpful… we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 would recommend. Beautiful views of Lake Michigan and walking distance to Sister Bay. Perfect for a family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

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

Door County getaway

We were so happy with our stay; the home is beautiful and the view and deck are amazing - even better than the photos. The homeowner has thought of all the little details and goes above and beyond to insure you have a good stay. The location is perfect; close to restaurants and shops but yet peaceful and removed from the hustle and bustle. We would definitely come back. Thank you again for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan R.

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

Best stay ever!

I have had my eye on this property for years! It was beyond expectations with the most beautiful view Door Co has to offer. Wake up to an overlook of Green Bay (which really is the most beautiful blue)! Quiet, private and the most friendly and attentive, Lynn.Loved our stay! :-)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti G.

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

Amazing Experience Girls Get Away weekend

Lynn, our host, was amazing. Very (!) responsive and absolutely a delight to communicate with. She was also helpful with local recommendations (sights and dining scene). Wonderful, cozy home with a spectacular view and prime location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake W.

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

Perfect Door County Getaway

This place is phenomenal. Pics don’t do it justice. Everything is so well thought out. Plenty of space and very clean. Host was very communicative and easy to get ahold of. Great location, will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A.

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

Great Spot!!!

Fantastic stay all around! The house, location, amenities and interaction with owner were spot on and we will for sure be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

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

Wintery retreat

Our stay was lovely! We had a snowy weekend to enjoy all the winter things door county offers. The home was incredibly charming and clean. We absolutely loved the hot tub and beautiful setting. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol s.

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

Mornings with the eagles

You can't beat sitting in the hot tub, overlooking Lake Michigan while eagles fly by at eye level or hover overhead. There are just too many good things to say about this place. There is no way to be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Enchanting

This chalet by the Lake was truly enchanting. Relaxing, cozy & cute; we will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristie D.

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

Post thanksgiving weekend

Such a charming home, owner was very responsive, loved our stay in door county!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

C D.

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

Great time, wonderful place to stay

We had a great time and the home was wonderful. We have stayed at a number of great places, but I have to say this was one was most welcoming, due to a few little items they thought of. Great that firewood was provided and we didn’t have to go looking for some. This time of year, the house heating with supplemental baseboard heating in each of the rooms was fantastic. Spouse enjoying a warm cozy reading area while I appreciated an open window, cool breeze, while finishing up some work. Great view of the lake, and walk to town through the woods was nice. Nice that the home is at the end of the road, quiet and wooded area, and close enough to a number small towns to hit them up for shopping and dining.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia E.

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

Beautiful

Enjoyed this quaint cottage on the lake! perfect for what we were looking for. The area is so beautiful and the views restored my soul.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy s.

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

The view says it all.

This was a beautiful home with a super cozy feel. The sunsets and view off the deck was unreal. We didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol s.

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

Perfect

We have stayed in many different places over the 30 years weve been coming to Door County and most have been really great places, but this one is something else! A very special place with everything you could want. The only negative is you have to leave at some point.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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Hosted by Lynn Gilroy

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