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Traditional Cottages,5 minutes from the lake, Travel Green, Pet-Friendly

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ellison Bay, WI
  • Place, The Clearing Folk School
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Newport State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Ellison Bluff State Natural Area
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Traditional Cottages,5 minutes from the lake, Travel Green, Pet-Friendly

Enjoy the classic simplicity of a traditional Door County cottage vacation, away from the stresses of everyday life. An unplugged Travel Green destination, the cottages have no television or wi-fi but offer a quiet setting where you can have a campfire, read a book, cook a meal with fresh local products, play board games and relax. If you do need to connect, most cell phones work with data and there is wi-fi at the coffee shop a few minutes walk from the cottages.

Terra Cottages is located near the tip of the peaceful northern Door Peninsula and a short walk from the little fishing port of Gills Rock and a 5 min walk from the new Mariners Park on the shores of Green Bay. Northern Door County is a favorite destination for kayaking, fishing, hiking, cycling and swimming with it's many parks beaches and hiking and biking trails.The excursion boat to Washington Island, Charlies fresh and smoked fish, The popular Shoreline restaurant, and the Door County Maritime Museum are among the things that make Gills Rock a special place to stay.

We are just a short drive from the rugged, unspoiled beauty of Newport State Park, a semi-wilderness area offering hiking, swimming, and nature activities. The many performances, restaurants, galleries and shops throughout Door County are also easily accessible.

While staying with us you take one of the regular fishing charters that leave the village daily or enjoy a crossing on an excursion boat across the beauty of Death’s Door Passage to Washington Island, the oldest Icelandic settlement in North America.

Wisconsin Travel Green certified, we are committed to preserving the environment and natural resources of Door County. We are also business sponsors of the Door County Land Trust and The Door County Climate Coalition.

Terra Cottages Offers:

• Two bedrooms one with a queen bed, one with a double bed.
• Bath with shower
• Individual charcoal grills
• Fully equipped kitchen organic coffee and teas
• Campfire ring firewood provided
• Bed, bath and kitchen linens
• Cleaning products and aromatherapy essences
• Decks
• Gas fireplaces (cottages 3 and 4)
• Boat slips available nearby



Keywords: Gills Rock, Door County, cottage, affordable, Travel Green, pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Paknplay, booster and high chair availble
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
If out of house pet must be with you or crated
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 in a rural area and 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. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • The Clearing Folk School - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Linden Gallery - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Newport State Park - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Ellison Bluff State Natural Area - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Sister Bay Marina - 14 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mink River Basin - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Island Orchard Cider - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kick Ash Products - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Piazza DC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Della Porto DC - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Cottages,5 minutes from the lake, Travel Green, Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Traditional Cottages,5 minutes from the lake, Travel Green, Pet-Friendly?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Traditional Cottages,5 minutes from the lake, Travel Green, Pet-Friendly on 25 May 2026 start from NZ$431, 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 Traditional Cottages,5 minutes from the lake, Travel Green, Pet-Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Cottages,5 minutes from the lake, Travel Green, Pet-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Cottages,5 minutes from the lake, Travel Green, Pet-Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Cottages,5 minutes from the lake, Travel Green, Pet-Friendly located?

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 88 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay at this cute cottage. Had all the amenities we needed for a comfortable visit. Great location within driving distance of all that Door County has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to find and check-in! Very cute and comfy cottage! We enjoyed the comfortable beds and the patio and the fireplace!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, relaxing, reminiscent of my youth..Enjoyed
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrisopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, nice and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael v.

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

Great Location!

Excellent host, great location and plenty of hot water in the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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

Gills Rock cottage

A pleasant cottage and good location for a quiet and peaceful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage in an amazing location. Views of the water, nice quiet location. The owners were super responsive when we had to reach out. The cottage itself was so cute and super clean. Three adult women for three nights and then my 18 year old nephew joined us for the last night and we still had room. We loved it. Super homey and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, quaint, comfortable and wonderfully located cottage. We walked to watch the sunsets at the park nightly and for coffee at Cuesta down the street in the mornings. We appreciated being out of the tourism hubbub but did spend time in those cities one day. It was a perfect stay. The beds were incredibly comfortable, the shower was like a massage, the essentials were all there plus the graceful touches of a cherry tart, battery candles, the ability to have fires a couple of nights outside and still have a fireplace in the cottage for the early mornings and late nights. Stars were amazing just from the back yard. I will definitely be returning plus the owners were helpful and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jerry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
This house was not like the places we stay- for the price it was not up to par the kitchen was awful the cabinets to the sink no dw- the bathroom was a joke- the lication was giid the beds were comfy it wasnot a place we would consider staying again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane G.

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

Very nice

Thank you for sharing your cottages with us! It felt good to be in peaceful and restful accommodations with just enough amenities to make our stay comfortable. Thank you for the cherry tart, too! It was delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry J.

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

Getaway

Great quiet time away from all the hubbub!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Weekend getaway

Host is very helpful and payed great attention to details. Checked in on us while we there. Great location near enough to drive to busier places and a quiet place at night to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

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

Really nice and cozy place

This place was everything we could have possibly needed. Additionally, Sophie was so responsive and helpful with any questions we had. Would definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri B.

Cozy cabin.

We enjoyed our stay. Sophie was very accommodating. Relaxing atmosphere. Just what the Dr. Ordered.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

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

Nice clean cottage

We were very comfortable in this nice clean cottage. We enjoyed the complimentary coffee and cherry tart. We will come again.❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jody S.

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

Very quiet and relaxing surrounding

Sophie is very welcoming and readily available for her guests. Well stocked kitchen essentials. Also firewood and charcoal provided. We very much enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Impressive

Very clean, nostalgic cabin. Superb host in every way.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Cottage getaway

Great place. The description is accurate. The host is fantastic. She really makes you feel welcome. Their recommendations are also great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy K.

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

June 23, 2023

Great place to stay just short distance from sisters bay, Williams bay and all sorts of shopping and the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A L.

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

Cozy escape at the end of the road

My family and I chose this place because it's pet-friendly, close to the Washington Island ferry, and sensibly priced. We found out that there was more to our experience. The host, Sophie, is very friendly, helpful, and easy to reach out to.The cottage is very clean and stocked with everything you need for a joyful stay. The only thing we would have preferred would be a closer access to the public beach. However, it was not a deal-breaker in our case.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but mighty. Kitchen supplies all the pots and dishes. Owner left a yummy cherry tart and was prompt in all communication. It was starting to get colder, so she did get the gas fireplace preped for us.Did not use the fire pit, but did see 2 fawns walking back there one morning.#4 Has view of lake from porch, but you need to walk down the block for public access.It didn’t bother us no wifi or TV as our cell phones had service and could act as hotpots if we needed, but never used it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice cottage in Gilles Rock

It was accurately described. Bathroom was tight, but expected. Loved the location! Bedding and beds were comfortable. Sophie was quick to help and communicate.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

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

Girls vaca

Small cottage, clean, efficient. Perfect for sleeping and down time. No TV or internet to distract
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Just Right

This is a peferct cabin for a quiet stay in Door Co. We loved it. We had everything we needed plus a cherry tart to welcome us. No TV and limited phone service was a perfect break. The cabin is aged with charm.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaylene L.

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

Perfect getaway!

We enjoyed the peaceful quiet pace of northern Door County very much. The cottage was perfect for our needs and Sophie is a great host, answering all my questions promptly. There is no wifi or tv and we didn't miss any of it a bit. There aren't many places to walk to but the drives are beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by sophie taubert gehan

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Built in 1946 by a founding fishing family with lumber from the surrounding cedar trees and recently remodeled, the cottages preserve the original layout while offering comfortable accommodations and a relaxing atmosphere.
Bought in 2001 by a Door County native with the idea of offering a restorative and safe environment close to nature and the beautiful landscapes of the Northern Peninsula.

Why they chose this property

The cottages offer a peaceful and welcoming environment and atmosphere for travelers looking to explore our beautiful parks, beaches or discover Washington Island or the mysterious Rock Island across Death's Door. We welcome many guests back every year and look forward to meeting new visitors to Northern Door County. Whether you are travelling with your family, friends, loved one or spending sometime exploring on your own, the cottages offer an ideal location for visiting the busier towns farther South and returning for a quiet evening dinner at home.

What makes this property unique

Terra Cottages is located near the tip of the peaceful northern Door Peninsula and a short walk from the little fishing port of Gills Rock and a 5 min walk from the new Mariners Park on the shores of Green Bay. Northern Door County is a favorite destination for kayaking, fishing, hiking, cycling and swimming with it's many parks beaches and hiking and biking trails. The excursion boat to Washington Island, Charlies fresh and smoked fish, The popular Shoreline restaurant, and the Door County Maritime Museum are among the things that make Gills Rock a special place to stay.

We are just a short drive from the rugged, unspoiled beauty of Newport State Park, a semi-wilderness area offering hiking, swimming, and nature activities. The many performances, restaurants, galleries and shops throughout Door County are also easily accessible.

While staying with us you take one of the regular fishing charters that leave the village daily or enjoy a crossing on an excursion boat across the beauty of Death’s Door Passage to Washington Island, the oldest Icelandic settlement in North America.

Wisconsin Travel Green certified, we are committed to preserving the environment and natural resources of Door County. We are also business sponsors of the Door County Land Trust The Door County Climate Coalition and The Newport Wilderness Society.

Terra Cottages Offers:

• Two bedrooms one with a queen bed, one with twin beds
•3/4 Bathroom with shower
• Individual charcoal grills
• Fully equipped kitchen organic coffee and teas
• Campfire ring/ firewood provided
• Bed, bath and kitchen linens
• Cleaning products and aromatherapy essences
• Deck with table and chairs for outdoor dining or quiet time reading a book
• Gas fireplaces (cottages 3 and 4)
• Boat slips available nearby

A Pack-N-Play and high chair are available upon request

We are across the street from the bay, and have limited water views.

Languages:

English, French
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