Beautiful Log Home on 5 quiet acres with private beach-steps down the road!

10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8223 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Explore the area

Sister Bay, WI

Waterfront Park10 min drive
Sister Bay Beach10 min drive
Sister Bay Marina11 min drive
Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.)105 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st Floor Master

1 King Bed

2nd floor bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2nd floor Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2nd floor Bunk room

2 Single Bunk Beds

2nd floor Combination Bedroom / TV Room

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

1st floor Ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Refuge Log Home is nestled in a beautiful, wooded 5 acres across the street from Lake Michigan and is 4 miles east of Sister Bay in Northern Door County, WI. Listen to the waves from the home or take a few steps down the road to our private property with 100ft of shoreline. Enjoy the water from an Adirondack chair, a canoe or kayak, or wade right in! The wooded setting is quiet and sheltered and the lake may be viewed from the separate waterfront property.

Have fun exploring the woods. Deer are frequently seen. if you're lucky, you might spot a turkey family, an owl, or the newly discovered porcupine that occasionally makes an appearance. Spend your evenings around the fire enjoying the incredible stars. The home is located on a peaceful dead-end street with light car and foot traffic. It is less than ten minutes to downtown Sister Bay, a wonderful town with fun shops and great restaurants to explore and enjoy. Sand Bay Beach is just five minutes away and the villages of Baileys Harbor, Ephriam and Fish Creek are close too.

These two properties, woods and water, are the perfect getaway for family and friends!

The open floor plan is spacious and comfortable. The whole family can gather around the stone fireplace. There are many cozy places to retreat to for some quiet relaxation. Enjoy the outdoors from the front porch or the screen porch in back. Or grab a book from the bookcase and head up to a window seat in an upstairs dormer for some quiet reading.

The home has four private bedrooms, one on the main floor with a King size bed and three more upstairs. The large bonus room with three sky lights over the garage is perfect for movie nights or reading. The built-in bunks in the bunk room are always a thrill for kids! Please note that the 2nd floor bunk room does not have doors to close it off from common areas.

The Refuge is a true retreat any time of year. Whether it's enjoying the long days of summer on the screen porch, the crisp Fall nights around the campfire, hunkering down on a cozy wintry night by the fire, or spotting the first sounds and sights of Spring, we sure you will enjoy your stay.

Property manager

Gary & Kitty Brendemuehl

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guest is required to sign and abide with the rental agreement terms. Photo ID is required. Minimum age to rent is 25.

Security deposit of $300 required.

No events/parting, pets, smoking, fireworks allowed. Quiet Hours between 10pm and 7am

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sister Bay

Located in Sister Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Frykman Studio Gallery and Linden Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sister Bay Marina and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden - 10 min drive
Waterfront Park - 10 min drive
Sister Bay Beach - 10 min drive
Sister Bay Marina - 11 min drive
Newport State Park - 24 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - 11 min drive
Boathouse on the Bay - 11 min drive
Wild Tomato Sister Bay - 10 min drive
Chop - Sister Bay - 10 min drive
Husby's - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Log Home on 5 quiet acres with private beach-steps down the road! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Log Home on 5 quiet acres with private beach-steps down the road!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Log Home on 5 quiet acres with private beach-steps down the road!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Log Home on 5 quiet acres with private beach-steps down the road! located?

This family-friendly Sister Bay holiday home is located near the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Sister Bay Beach. Waterfront Park and Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

4 January 2024

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

Wonderful experience in a beautiful location

This property was a bit more north than we usually stay in Door County, so it took a bit longer to get to, but it was worth it. So much natural beauty and just a short drive into Sister Bay, Ellison Bay, and Rowleys Bay. The street has several other houses on it but the home itself is further back on the property so we never heard any noise from the neighbors and felt very secluded and private the whole time. Although the house is not on the water, you could hear Lake Michigan in the distance, which was lovely. The rental also includes beach/waterfront access just a short walk away. Our young kids loved exploring the backyard and the path to the lake! Despite not having any snow during our trip, the cabin itself had plenty of warm, cozy, winter vibes. We loved playing all of our favorite childhood games and checking out the collection of books in the main living space. Plenty of options for sleeping, good kitchen space, simple decor, excellent puzzle table. Everything we needed! We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 September 2023

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

Beautiful getaway

The house was lovely; super clean and comfortable - a room for each of 5 guests. The woods and private beach were a wonderful bonus. It would also be a great house if you had young kids - bunk beds and games and books.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

26 September 2023

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

Serene Destination

Living in the city, it takes a little time to get used to the quiet. It is so good to be able to unwind and relax. The location is perfect to access Door County venues and activities. The cabin amenities make it easy to enjoy your stay and not have to worry about supples. Very enjoyable stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H., Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

21 September 2023

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

Family and Relaxation

This is a lovely home/cabin in the woods with a water front property just a short walk down the road. The kitchen was amazingly appointed with everything you need. We enjoyed a morning stroll on the paths around the property, an afternoon nap in the Adirondack chairs by the water and a fire in the pit by the cabin in the evening. It’s quiet, relaxing and very peaceful. We loved our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte P.

14 September 2023

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

We adored the Refuge!

This lovely home fit our family perfectly. We loved the layout, the land and the private beach access. We were in town for a wedding, so didn't get to spend as much time in the space we wanted to for bonfires, grilling, and game nights. We hope to be back soon to do so!! Overall the building was beautiful and clean, small dip in rating as it wasn't when we landed, but Gary took care of it instantaneously. Highly recommend!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023