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Waterfront Cottage Nestled in Picturesque Setting, Gills Rock

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An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a hammock, and a view of the water and distant buildings.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a ceiling fan.
A two-story house with a gravel driveway leading to a front door, surrounded by trees and a view of the sea.
A living room with a yellow wall, wooden flooring, and a ceiling fan. There are two sofas, a coffee table, and a lamp.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with a light blue bedspread, two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a potted plant.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cozy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
Sleeps 8•5 bedrooms•6 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Ellison Bay, WI
  • Place, The Clearing Folk School
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Linden Gallery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Newport State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Cottage Nestled in Picturesque Setting, Gills Rock

Teskie's Cottage is a 1700 sq. foot home located at 970 Cottage Rd in Gills Rock.

Air-conditioned, picturesque and freshly updated, this appealing waterfront cottage has a front row seat to the amazing view over Green Bay (no access to the water), a large master bedroom downstairs, and four additional bedrooms upstairs. A spacious kitchen, living room with a pellet stove in the 6 foot stone fireplace, and sitting/reading room complete this quaint Door County cottage. Laundry facilities provided also. A large yard provides space for children to run around.

Built by Lily and Frank Sr. Teskie in the early 1900's, the cottage was once used as a boarding house for visiting fishermen. The hand-cut granite fireplace in the living room adds to its charm, and was constructed by Frank Sr. out of local stone. The breathtaking view includes the town of Gills Rock from the picture window in the living room, and unending, spectacular sunsets.

Enjoy Fourth of July fireworks from the front yard around the fire pit, grill out on the private sunny patio, or enjoy a book under the shady cedar trees in the yard. If you've been looking for a private yet convenient place to relax and enjoy Door County - this is it!
The much-beloved Shoreline Restaurant, a charming Coffee Shop at Gallery Ten art gallery with Wi-Fi, Charlie's Smokehouse (and Ice Cream!), the Island Clipper Ferry Line to Washington Island, a sprinkling of gift shops, and a spacious park with playground (pet-friendly) are all within walking distance.
Within 5-25 min. driving, so much more - parks, galleries, shops, churches, water activities, hiking, bicycling, wildlife/bird watching, theater events, sunrise/sunset vistas, beaches

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

Property # 241353vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Ellison Bay

Located in Ellison Bay, this cottage is on a lake. Linden Gallery and Frykman Studio Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Deer Run Golf Course and Sister Bay Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Trueblood Performing Arts Center and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging, snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Ellison Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • The Clearing Folk School - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Europe Lake - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Linden Gallery - 7 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Newport State Park - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Ellison Bluff State Natural Area - 9 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's Smokehouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Island Orchard Cider - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Bear Ellison Bay - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cuesta Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Tom's Candies - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage Nestled in Picturesque Setting, Gills Rock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Cottage Nestled in Picturesque Setting, Gills Rock?

As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Cottage Nestled in Picturesque Setting, Gills Rock on 20 November 2026 start from NZ$2,729, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Waterfront Cottage Nestled in Picturesque Setting, Gills Rock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage Nestled in Picturesque Setting, Gills Rock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage Nestled in Picturesque Setting, Gills Rock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage Nestled in Picturesque Setting, Gills Rock located?

This family-friendly Ellison Bay cottage is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Europe Lake and Northport Pier. Newport State Park and Ellison Bluff State Natural Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Lyle Teskie

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I live in the Milwaukee area with my husband and 3 small kids. I run a small business as well as this vacation rental. I hope everyone can get a chance to enjoy the beautiful Door County and the many things it has to offer.

Why they chose this property

This property was built by my great grandfather, and I grew up living here. The original house burned down when my grandfather, Frank, was a small boy (who also grew up in the home). The current house was rebuilt by members of the community who came together to help, with the lumber from a church in Ephraim that had been dismantled.

Growing up my parents also owned the 5 cottages across the street and my father ran a charter fishing business in the summer and upholstery business in the winter. The office was in the front room of our home and the boat was docked at the dock (at the time it was owned by my grandfather Frank). Before my parents bought it, my great grandmother and great grandfather ran it as a bed and breakfast for visiting fisherman. If you look above the doors upstairs, you can still see the room numbers, 1-4.

We purchased this property from my father in 2021 to keep it in the Teskie family. We are working on repairs and upkeep as well as updating. We are doing this slowly because want to keep our rates low because we believe that Door County should be a place where everyone can stay and enjoy it's natural beauty and fun activities.

We hope you enjoy your stay and are always pleased to accommodate you!

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