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Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Ellison Bay, WI
- Place, Linden Gallery2 min walk
- Place, The Clearing Folk School8 min walk
- Place, Peninsula State Park19 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom #1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #3
3 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops
This gorgeous downtown property is surrounded by beautiful perennials, climbing vines and flower bushes. The Cottage is located kitty corner from the Gus Klenke Garage on hwy 42 in downtown Ellison Bay and within walking distance to Door County Cider, local pottery shops, and an antique shop. Local restaurants and coffee shops include Kick Ash Coffee, Brew Coffee House, Wickman House, Mink River Basin Bar and Restaurant, and The Viking Grill all within walking distance. The Pioneer Store is less than a city block away and has deli meats, beer, wine, liquor and fresh and frozen foods.
The Cottage is attached to a seasonal retail shop with its own personal entrance. There is a spacious parking lot and a very large enclosed patio area with a picnic table, patio table and bench. The kitchen has all the tableware and silverware needed for eight individuals as well as a coffee maker, toaster, pots and pans, full refrigerator, electric stove/oven and a dishwasher. The dining area has a fold-out table that seats 8 and has a large bay window. The living room is open and bright with a full picture window looking out at the patio. There is a brand new cozy couch with additional seating facing an electric fireplace and large screen tv that includes Spectrum cable and wifi. Provided are also Pendleton beach towels for your use. There is one bathroom that has a large sit-down tiled shower. A set of towels, hand towels and washcloths are provided for each guest. The first bedroom is very large with a four poster queen bed and corner windows perfect for relaxing with a good book. Large closet and shelves with a luggage rack and all bedding with extra blankets and sheets provided. The second bedroom has a comfortable queen bed with cozy bedding and extra blankets and sheets provided. A small closet and full length shelving unit for clothing storage. The third bedroom has three twin beds and two closets with lots of hanging room. All bedding is provided with extra blankets and sheets.
Owners live in Door County and are very open to accommodating our guests in any way we can so please let us know if there is anything you need to help make your vacation the best experience possible!
The Cottage is attached to a seasonal retail shop with its own personal entrance. There is a spacious parking lot and a very large enclosed patio area with a picnic table, patio table and bench. The kitchen has all the tableware and silverware needed for eight individuals as well as a coffee maker, toaster, pots and pans, full refrigerator, electric stove/oven and a dishwasher. The dining area has a fold-out table that seats 8 and has a large bay window. The living room is open and bright with a full picture window looking out at the patio. There is a brand new cozy couch with additional seating facing an electric fireplace and large screen tv that includes Spectrum cable and wifi. Provided are also Pendleton beach towels for your use. There is one bathroom that has a large sit-down tiled shower. A set of towels, hand towels and washcloths are provided for each guest. The first bedroom is very large with a four poster queen bed and corner windows perfect for relaxing with a good book. Large closet and shelves with a luggage rack and all bedding with extra blankets and sheets provided. The second bedroom has a comfortable queen bed with cozy bedding and extra blankets and sheets provided. A small closet and full length shelving unit for clothing storage. The third bedroom has three twin beds and two closets with lots of hanging room. All bedding is provided with extra blankets and sheets.
Owners live in Door County and are very open to accommodating our guests in any way we can so please let us know if there is anything you need to help make your vacation the best experience possible!
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Please contact me if interested in a small party
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking whatsoever indoors
Important information
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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
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Note from host: Please contact me if interested in a small party
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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About the area
Ellison Bay
Located in Ellison Bay, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. 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 Newport State Park.
Ellison Bay, WI
What's nearby
- Linden Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- The Clearing Folk School - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Sister Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
- Peninsula State Park - 19 min drive - 21.2 km
- Cana Island Lighthouse - 30 min drive - 31.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - 9 min drive
- Husby's Food & Spirits - 9 min drive
- Stabbur Beer Garden - 9 min drive
- Sister Bay Bowl - 9 min drive
- Wild Tomato - 9 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
12 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good
Kelcy L.
23 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Kelcy L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Margot H.
28 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Margot H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Katalin V.
13 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Katalin V.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lexi S.
23 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lexi S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wayne H.
12 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wayne H.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
John R.
29 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Tanner S.
5 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Tanner S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan E.
24 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan E.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Tom S.
7 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Tom S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hannah S.
9 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot in Ellison Bay!
Hannah S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Leah T.
28 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun spot
Leah T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Craig G.
28 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring getaway
Craig G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jenn W.
15 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great return visit
Jenn W.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
DAVE B.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place
DAVE B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joyce G.
26 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Joyce G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Courtney B.
8 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Courtney B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alison G.
9 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place!
Alison G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Betty M.
27 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Garden cottage in Ellison Bay
Betty M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gerri A.
30 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gerri A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
beastdrone101
19 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little cottage
beastdrone101
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelly S.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint
Kelly S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy A.
18 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, cozy and accommodating!
Amy A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jon E.
4 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Door County
Jon E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelly H.
28 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls wknd getaway
Shelly H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Willow and Chris Alexander
Languages:
English
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