Waterfront Dream Cottage With A Million Dollar View, HARBOR Unit

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Ellison Bay, WI

Northport Pier4 min drive
Newport State Park10 min drive
Sister Bay Marina15 min drive
Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.)117 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Dining room queen sofa

1 Double Futon

Livingroom queen sofa

1 Double Futon

Loft

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

UNIT NAME: HARBOR

This beautiful private waterfront vacation home is located on the 165+ft of picturesque shorefront in Gills Rock, Wisconsin. The floor to ceiling windows offer a panoramic water view to Hedgehog Harbor from kitchen, dining room, living room and bedroom loft. The magnificent sunsets overlooking Door Bluff can be enjoyed either from inside the house or from the large flagstone private outside patio in the back yard. The patio is great for entertaining with an area for grilling (charcoal grill available; charcoal not provided) and a fire pit (firewood not provided).

The lakefront beach offers great swimming) and water fun opportunities for water lovers (rocky bottom). Enjoy the starry night in the hot tub located on the lakeshore (open May 1st through end of October). The property is located only two minutes walking distance from a marina. The house has an attached roomy three car garage used as a game room on the main floor (shared with another unit) with an easy access to the unit. The open floor concept allows great flow between the living room, dining room and the kitchen with beautiful tile and wood flooring and Scandinavian imported wood wall paneling. The kitchen has gorgeous granite counter tops and rich cherry colored cabinetry. All basic kitchen appliances (gas stove with oven, microwave, toaster, regular coffee maker) and dishes are available. The newly remodeled modern looking spacious easy access tiled bathroom on the main floor also includes a specious brand new electric sauna.

The old beams off bedroom located in the open loft offer the area a lot of charm in addition to additional beautiful views of the lake.
There is a queen and twin bed in the loft, a pullout couch in the dining room and a pullout couch in the living room.

NOTES:
**We offer complimentary paddleboards, kayaks and bikes for our customers (first come, first serve; shared with the other unit).
* Furniture may differ from the pictures.
* There are two rental units on this property (the other unit listing: vrbo#403817)

Keywords: vacation rentals, house, cottage, condo, lodge, country house, lake house, beachfront, waterfront, Green Bay waters, Gills Rock, Ellison Bay, Door County

Property manager

Gretel

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Clean after waste and pet hair indoors

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Ellison Bay

Located in Ellison Bay, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Northport Pier and Deer Run Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Island State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ellison Bay, WI

What's nearby

Northport Pier - 4 min drive
Newport State Park - 10 min drive
Ellison Bluff State Natural Area - 10 min drive
Sister Bay Marina - 15 min drive
Schoolhouse Beach Park - 54 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Mink River Basin Supper Club - 7 min drive
Island Orchard Cider - 7 min drive
Charlie's Smokehouse - 8 min walk
Wickman House - 7 min drive
Kick Ash Coffee and Door County Love Granola - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Dream Cottage With A Million Dollar View, HARBOR Unit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Waterfront Dream Cottage With A Million Dollar View, HARBOR Unit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Dream Cottage With A Million Dollar View, HARBOR Unit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Dream Cottage With A Million Dollar View, HARBOR Unit located?

This family-friendly Ellison Bay cottage is located on the waterfront, 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).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

19 April 2024

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

Great cottage!

I stayed at this cottage with my husband and our dog for four nights. We had a lovely time and really enjoyed the setting directly on the water. It's truly a fantastic location and cottage and we're planning to return next year. Access was easy. The cottage was clean and tidy when we arrived. (There was a strong scent of air fresheners when we arrived, but were able to air it out.) There's plenty of comfortable seating. The kitchen was fully stocked and great for cooking. The grill area worked well. The bathroom was awesome; large, updated, plenty of hot water. The shower was very comfortable. The heated floors and sauna were such a nice perk. The lake and private beach were viewable from everywhere in the cottage. The view through the huge windows was stunning and exactly what we hoped for. The hammock trees were so enjoyable. The lofted bedroom was spacious and fine for us (both under 6') and includes a stunning view of the lake. The full size bed was comfortable and clean. The stairs up to the loft are steeper/narrower than standard and uncarpeted. We were fine navigating them, as long as we paid attention. Our active, 45# dog struggled with them and needed a spot when he went up and down. Definitely not enough of an issue to skip this cottage, but something to be aware of in case mobility (human or canine) is an issue. Overall, highly recommended!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

26 March 2024

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

Great view and amenities!

This is a great quiet and peaceful property with amazing views. Close to so many beautiful hikes and shops... all no more than 30 min at most. Door County in the summer is wonderful but winter is also a must! Many things still open off-season!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

27 February 2024

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

Perfect winter getaway!

Cottage is even more beautiful in person than it is in the pictures, and WOW, the view of the bay is spectacular! We had everything we needed and were so cozy for our winter visit. The hot tub wasn’t available to use (it’s positioned close to the beach and would be too frozen, it’s actually noted on the listing but we missed it before booking), but there were so many other things to do we didn’t mind. There’s a fantastic game room (shared with the other rental unit) with a pool table and a big collection of board games where we spent a lot of time. There’s also a private sauna, inside the unit we stayed in, great for warming up after a winter hike. Bed and couch were both soft and comfy, there are a lot of nice little hangout areas all over the house. The bathroom was also one of the best bathrooms I’ve seen in a vacation rental, with a huuuuge shower! It is worth noting that the stairs to the loft, where both beds are, are very steep and those with mobility issues may struggle. The location is also far north on the peninsula, so prepare to drive plenty. We had a stunning view of the stars at night though and lots of peace and quiet, exactly what we wanted! Recommend checking out Hügel Haus, it’s under 10 minutes drive from the house, and Al Johnson’s in Sister Bay is not too much further than that. Gretel and Dan were great hosts, communication was easy and they were so kind and accommodating! We were sad to go home, can’t wait to come back soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

26 December 2023

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

Hedgehog Harbor Christmas !

Great getaway for Christmas. LOVED the sauna , was hoping to use the hot tub on the water too, but must only be open in summer - will have to come back to try it! We cooked a lot and the kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed! The patio and bonfire pit were awesome. Amazing views- beautiful rocky beach. Our dog loved the yard, beach, and nearby parks !

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

13 December 2023

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

A cozy and relaxing retreat by the water

We had a wonderful time at this cabin! The location is great, and we look forward to coming back when the hot tub is available for use, as we learned it is closed down for the season. It's a charming space and the view cannot be beat! There are skylights in the bedroom and larger living space, so bring a sleep mask if you are light sensitive. The cabin was clean and comfortable, and the addition of some blankets on the couch would make it even cozier in cooler weather. We look forward to coming back with friends so that we can share the two adjoining properties and meet up to play pool in the space between both properties.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023