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Scandi-inspired Loft - Historic - Waterfront - Pet Friendly - Open year around
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10 out of 10
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m
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Explore the area
Ephraim, WI
- Ephraim Public Beach13 min walk
- Peninsula State Park Golf Course5 min drive
- Sister Bay Beach9 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Scandi-inspired Loft - Historic - Waterfront - Pet Friendly - Open year around
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Arbor Cottage LOFT is nestled in the heart of the Village of Ephraim on the shores of Eagle Harbor. The "LOFT" is upstairs/attic of the original/historic cottage (circa 1853) and has been lovingly remodeled into a charming Scandi-inspired LOFT w/ its own private entrance. The LOFT has west-facing views to savor unforgettable sunsets, island & bluff vistas. Enjoy 100' of private lakefront area to swim, kayak, or just relax with a glass of wine and watch a fabulous sunset over Eagle Harbor!
Walk to all that is quintessential Door County: Wilson's Ice Cream Parlor, Anderson Dock, galleries, shops, and restaurants.
Whether it’s a day at the beach, boating on the waters of Green Bay, nature walks through Peninsula State Park, golfing, tennis, or just relaxing ... Arbor Cottage LOFT welcomes you!
Accommodations:
Scandinavian-inspired LOFT-living (upstairs - attic)
Private 100' foot waterfront area across the street (on Hwy 42)
Private Entrance
Living Room - facing west for unforgettable sunsets
Kitchen: w/drawer dishwasher/induction stovetop/convection-microwave (no oven)/Smeg refrigerator/coffee maker
1 bedroom: (King-firm hybrid/memory foam, sleeps 2), AC
1 bathroom (shower only-within pitch of roof-max 6'2" high) Hairdryer
Smart TV (Cable and WiFi)
Gas Grill
The owners have successfully rented "Arbor Cottage" VRBO for past 10 years. They have recently moved downstairs into the original cottage (winter 2025) and are now renting their private LOFT (remodeled for 2025 season). They live downstairs (w/ separate entrance) and are available for any assistance and local information for guests of the LOFT.
*Please note: the Russell's also purchased another cottage, "Lille Cottage" ~ fully renovated (retro style) and opened June 15, 2017 (vrbo 1060002). Lille Cottage is also available for rental and located on the border of Fish Creek and Ephraim (across from Hwy "A" entrance of Peninsula State Park).
Keywords: Cottage, Home, Cabin, Vacation Rental, Scandinavian, Loft
Arbor Cottage LOFT is nestled in the heart of the Village of Ephraim on the shores of Eagle Harbor. The "LOFT" is upstairs/attic of the original/historic cottage (circa 1853) and has been lovingly remodeled into a charming Scandi-inspired LOFT w/ its own private entrance. The LOFT has west-facing views to savor unforgettable sunsets, island & bluff vistas. Enjoy 100' of private lakefront area to swim, kayak, or just relax with a glass of wine and watch a fabulous sunset over Eagle Harbor!
Walk to all that is quintessential Door County: Wilson's Ice Cream Parlor, Anderson Dock, galleries, shops, and restaurants.
Whether it’s a day at the beach, boating on the waters of Green Bay, nature walks through Peninsula State Park, golfing, tennis, or just relaxing ... Arbor Cottage LOFT welcomes you!
Accommodations:
Scandinavian-inspired LOFT-living (upstairs - attic)
Private 100' foot waterfront area across the street (on Hwy 42)
Private Entrance
Living Room - facing west for unforgettable sunsets
Kitchen: w/drawer dishwasher/induction stovetop/convection-microwave (no oven)/Smeg refrigerator/coffee maker
1 bedroom: (King-firm hybrid/memory foam, sleeps 2), AC
1 bathroom (shower only-within pitch of roof-max 6'2" high) Hairdryer
Smart TV (Cable and WiFi)
Gas Grill
The owners have successfully rented "Arbor Cottage" VRBO for past 10 years. They have recently moved downstairs into the original cottage (winter 2025) and are now renting their private LOFT (remodeled for 2025 season). They live downstairs (w/ separate entrance) and are available for any assistance and local information for guests of the LOFT.
*Please note: the Russell's also purchased another cottage, "Lille Cottage" ~ fully renovated (retro style) and opened June 15, 2017 (vrbo 1060002). Lille Cottage is also available for rental and located on the border of Fish Creek and Ephraim (across from Hwy "A" entrance of Peninsula State Park).
Keywords: Cottage, Home, Cabin, Vacation Rental, Scandinavian, Loft
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Well-behaved children are always welcomed!
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Pet fee is for one dog. We do not accept puppies
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ephraim
Located in Ephraim, this cottage is on the waterfront. The Skyway Drive-In Theatre and Historic Noble House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Peninsula State Park Golf Course and Bay Ridge Golf Course. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Egg Harbor Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Ephraim, WI
What's nearby
- Ephraim Public Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Peninsula State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- Peninsula State Park Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Sister Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
- Sister Bay Marina - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wild Tomato Sister Bay - 8 min drive
- Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - 8 min drive
- Alexander's Restaurant - 6 min drive
- Husby's Food & Spirits - 8 min drive
- Sip - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Brad Russell
The Russell family purchased this property in the Fall of 2012. Brad and Amy Russell are native Wisconsinites, who have adopted 12 children. For the past 10 years, we have lived in the Loft and only recently moved downstairs into the original cottage house. We are now sharing it with our guests! We enjoy traveling abroad, biking, hiking, and watching sunsets over Eagle Harbor.
Note: The Russell's also have another vacation rental cottage (circa 1948), "Lille Cottage" (vrbo 1060002), which is located between Fish Creek and Ephraim (across from Hwy "A" entrance to Peninsula State Park).
Note: The Russell's also have another vacation rental cottage (circa 1948), "Lille Cottage" (vrbo 1060002), which is located between Fish Creek and Ephraim (across from Hwy "A" entrance to Peninsula State Park).
Why they chose this property
This property has a most interesting history. The original four rooms of the cottage made up the first Post Office (circa 1853) in Ephraim when Water Street was still a dirt road. The original Postmaster lived and worked from this location. When he married, the upstairs attic/loft area was added to accommodate his growing family. Over the years, a one room cabin was also attached to the north end of the building.
Arbor Loft is in the original upstairs area of this historic residence. For the past 10 years, we have lived in the Loft and only recently moved downstairs into the original cottage house. There is a private entrance to the loft. We are now sharing it with our guests and hope you enjoy it as much as we did :)
Arbor Loft is in the original upstairs area of this historic residence. For the past 10 years, we have lived in the Loft and only recently moved downstairs into the original cottage house. There is a private entrance to the loft. We are now sharing it with our guests and hope you enjoy it as much as we did :)
What makes this property unique
The property is located in the center of the Village of Ephraim and has 100' of private waterfront w/white Adirondack chairs to relax and enjoy the views. It faces west for incredible sunset views over Eagle Harbor! It doesn't get any better than this!
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