Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - Gorgeous Decor and Family Friendly
Welcome to The Great Escape, hosted by Simple Life Rentals! This custom-built log home has been updated throughout and offers private land, views of the bay and is just minutes from downtown Sister Bay. Enjoy sitting on the front porch or overlook the expansive view from the two balconies this home offers. The sun-filled property offers an open concept great room with vaulted ceilings, wood beams, exposed log wall and beautiful stone floor-to-ceiling fireplace. Additionally, the home includes first and second floor bedrooms and bathrooms, a second-floor loft area with a sectional sofa that opens to a full size bed, a full kitchen with snack bar, dining area and work desk as well as first floor laundry. The 5 acres of land provides guests a private retreat as they enjoy the central location to explore all the beauty and adventure Door County has to offer.
Updates: Updated kitchen counters, backsplash, appliances, flooring, and new furniture. All new exterior paint showcasing this gorgeous log home. New windows, new roof, and more! Air conditioning (mini split units) New driveway and landscaping coming in 2024.
Property Features: + Snack bar (seating for 3) + Desk and chair (main great room) + 2 balconies (one off living room and one off second floor bedroom) + Front porch includes 2 rocking chairs and small table + 2 TVs (1 Smart TV includes DVD player), Owner offers Netflix and Amazon Prime for guests + Portable fan + Patio table and 4 chairs + Charcoal grill (guests supply own charcoal) + Iron, ironing board and drying rack + Wi-Fi Starlink, supports virtual meetings + Pack 'n play and child's bed + 2 strollers + 2 baby safety gates + Games, DVDs, books, and children's beach toys for your enjoyment + Central heat, Air-conditioning split units + Washer/ dryer combo + Fully equipped kitchen
Sleeping Accommodations: Bedroom 1: (main level): 1 Queen and 1 Twin bed, Smart TV with DVD player, Pack 'n Play and child's bed (in closet) Bedroom 2: (upper level): Queen bed, ensuite bathroom, adjoining loft separated by pocket door, escape ladder and private balcony
Loft: Second floor, sofa sleeper opens into a full bed, adjoins to bedroom #2 and is separated by pocket door, open to the first-floor great room
Bathrooms: Bathroom 1: (main level): Full bathroom with walk-in shower, hair dryer Bathroom 2: (upper level) Full bathroom with walk-in shower, hair dryer, connected to bedroom #2
Outdoor Space: Front porch includes 2 rocking chairs and small table Balcony off living room includes table and 4 chairs Balcony off second floor bedroom Charcoal grill (guests supply own charcoal) Almost 5 acres of land
Amenity + damage protection waiver includes: • Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and bathroom towels. (Please bring your own beach towels) • A starter pack of essentials which includes toilet paper, paper towel, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap, and garbage bags. Due to septic systems, we do not provide facial tissue. One each of travel size shampoo, conditioner, and body wash per full bathroom. • PEACE OF MIND Damage protection covers up to $1000 per stay for accidental damage that is reported prior to departure (excludes any pet damage).
Home truths: Outdoor cameras: Ring camera door bell, second camera facing the driveway with motion-controlled spotlight, and a backyard camera. Driveway gate to secure property when vacant.
This home is located in a quiet community with neighbors and is geared towards quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of neighbors and municipal restrictions, we cannot accommodate parties at the property including bachelor or bachelorette parties, reunions, weddings, or other gatherings.
Property is equipped with a decibel and smoking monitoring sensor located inside and outside of the home.
Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #32-56-2738-07
Please be aware that you must sign a terms and conditions agreement, which will be sent to you separately, to finalize your reservation.
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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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Sister Bay
Located in Sister Bay, this cabin is in a rural area. Cana Island Lighthouse and The Skyway Drive-In Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sister Bay Marina and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Jet skiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
Restaurants
Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - 5 min drive
Husby's Food & Spirits - 5 min drive
Sister Bay Bowl - 5 min drive
Peach Barn Farmhouse & Brewery - 6 min drive
Sip - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - Gorgeous Decor and Family Friendly pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - Gorgeous Decor and Family Friendly?
As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - Gorgeous Decor and Family Friendly on 26 July 2026 start from NZ$1,023, 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 Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - Gorgeous Decor and Family Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - Gorgeous Decor and Family Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - Gorgeous Decor and Family Friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - Gorgeous Decor and Family Friendly located?
Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Sister Bay Marina and Waterfront Park. Sister Bay Beach and Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The cabin was beautiful, clean, well stocked and in a quiet neighborhood. The perfect getaway and great location.
Katie C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we're thrilled that you had an enjoyable stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Hello Kristine,
Thank you! We're so happy to hear you had a great weekend. We'd love to host you again anytime!
Warm regards,
The Simple Life Rentals Team
It was the perfect cabin to come back to after our days of exploring. The nap on the relaxing front porch, the private & magical trials were just a few highlights to make this a hidden gem. The inside was perfect in every way.
Tara M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Thank you so much! We're so happy to hear the cabin felt like the perfect retreat after your adventures. Those porch naps and private trails really are something special, hope to welcome you back again soon!
Beautifully updated cabin... all the amenities we needed, and very clean. Love the location... peaceful and quiet... easy drive to many lovely restaurants, peninsula state park, etc. Couldn't ask for anything more. Will certainly look to stay here again on our next trip to door county.
Derek C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
Thank you, Derek!! We are thrilled to hear you had a great stay and enjoyed the wonderful location. Until next time, The Simple Life Team
We had a wonderful time at The Great Escape. The space was perfect for our family of four (teens to adult). The setting is just so quiet and refreshing.
Mitchell P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
So happy to hear you and your family had a great stay! We hope to host you again sometime.
This is a beautiful, tastefully decorated, well appointed cabin. It’s tucked away at the end of a private residential road…a really nice, quiet place to unwind after a day of exploring. The space is open, modern, and clean. We enjoyed the light walking trail by the house, which was lined with flowers. The location is very convenient. Definitely a great place to stay!
Stephen J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
This made our day to hear! Thank you. It was our pleasure to host you, and our team is so glad that you all had a wonderful stay!
Very clean, well-appointed house. Had everything you need for a comfortable stay. The house has A/C and you might consider updating your listing with new pictures as a lot of really nice updates were done to the exterior of the house.
Mark E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thanks, Mark for your feedback! We are so pleased to hear you had a great stay and liked the home! We have just recently added some new photos and more to come soon as well. Thanks again!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Great Escape! Thought the Great Dane theme was cute and there was a ton of extra for our big family like the toddler bed and pack and play and lots of extra linens. We cooked one big meal and it had pretty much everything we needed. Had fast response team from management when anything was needed.
Tom C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review of your stay at The Great Escape! We're delighted to hear that you and your family had an enjoyable experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
We really enjoyed being within a 15 min drive to most of the bays in the area. Admittedly, we weren't at the house much during the day, but it is a great quiet spot to end a long day of fun. The property was very clean and obviously well cared for. As someone who likes their privacy, it doesn't get much better than this.
Jesse S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2022
Thank you, Jesse! We appreciate this and hope we can host you again in the future.
Verified
8/10 Good
John J.
19 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in
Private and quiet. Nice!
Very good overall. In hot weather, a screen door in the upstairs bedroom would help.
John J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2022
Appreciate that feedback, John. Thank you and hope to host you again!
Easy to check in. Remote location from crowds. Beautiful nature.
Very clean, well organized cabin. Read description to understand what is included.
Will definitely return .
Vilija J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thanks for providing commentary about your stay at The Great Escape. and for the 5* rating. Please stay with us again.
Super clean and great for 2-3 people. My mom and I enjoyed the patios and seeing the deer in the evening. We had a great stay and would love to come back. Please note there *IS* an AC wall unit upstairs and it helped keep the house cool even though it wasn’t central air. VRBO Property manager had said there wasn’t AC so that was confusing.
Julie A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2023
Thanks for all your feedback, Julie! We are glad you enjoyed your stay!
The Great Escape offered a clean, well decorated, comfortable home while we toured Door County, Wisconsin. We enjoyed having a full kitchen in which we could prepare our on meals as well as hiking paths around the property to enjoy the outdoors.
A couple of minor issues occurred, and the property manager responded immediately and was very helpful.
The location is ideal for exploring the northern portion of Door County. We enjoyed our time at the great escape with our two adult children.
Brad K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2024
Thank you for your kind review of The Great Escape. We're delighted to hear that you and your family had an enjoyable stay and were able to take advantage of the home's amenities location. Your feedback about the property manager's responsive support is much appreciated by our hardworking team. We're glad we could provide a clean, comfortable home base for your Door County adventure. We hope you'll consider staying with us again in the future.
We enjoyed staying at this property! I The log cabin style architecture was very fun, the furniture was comfortable, and it was at the end of a very quiet private road. Being just a few minutes outside of Sister Bay made it very convenient to get to everything, especially Washington Island which was a fun adventure. The fast wireless Internet allowed one of our party to get in a required day’s work. The only downside was that there was no central air, just a single window unit in the upstairs with a ceiling fan to blow it downstairs. Also, we found the thick foam toppers on the bed to be too hot and too soft for our particular taste. Overall, it was wonderful, though!
Stanley T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thank you for providing this feedback about your stay at The Great Escape.
Loved our stay. Had everything we needed. My only complaint would be it's a 2 bedroom, not a 3 bedroom, and there was not any air conditioning, but it did get cooler at night and made sleeping bearable. Would stay here again.
Jacqueline G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Your feedback is important to us, thank you for sharing. Please come and stay with us again.
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