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10 out of 10

Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Dream Cottage With A Million Dollar View, HARBOR Unit

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: clean after waste and pet hair indoors

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Waterfront Dream Cottage With A Million Dollar View

About the area

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Ellison Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Northport Pier - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Newport State Park - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Sister Bay Marina - 15 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Peninsula State Park - 26 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Schoolhouse Beach Park - 54 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mink River Basin Supper Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Smokehouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Island Orchard Cider - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Point Grille - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Kick Ash Products - ‬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).

Waterfront Dream Cottage With A Million Dollar View, HARBOR Unit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 146 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 146 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 146 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jayme S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Great location. Beautiful property. Such an easy transaction.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara A.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jill R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Perfect location right on the water. The house is very comfortable. Bathroom with sauna and heated floors is definitely a perk
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend
This is our second time staying here with our two dogs. We love the property so much and don’t want to stay anywhere else when we visit Door County. Best location a little bit away from the action, it’s quiet, peaceful, beautiful, and cozy. Already planning our next visit, can’t wait!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Martha W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Lovely property right on the lake- beautiful! Bathroom on first floor with wooden steep steps so would
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake view
This place was so beautiful, clean and had everything that we needed for our vacation. 5 Stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Trip
My wife and I and two boys (dogs) stayed for a week and had a marvelous time. The yard was kept so nice, the patio with the firepit was great and the boys really enjoyed the water. It was very warm during our stay so we spent a lot of time in the water. We really enjoyed this wonderful house and it was everything we were looking for. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Getaway!
An absolutely breathtaking view, and a fantastic property! We had a splendid time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterside gem!
The northern side of Door County is beautiful and quiet. This property is right in the water with a hot tub, kayaks, fire pit, and other great amenities. Come sit in the yard and watch the sunset, swim and see a shipwreck right off the shore, walk to the ferry boat for Washington Island, bike the neighborhood or drive to nearby hiking areas. You can’t go wrong renting this place! The friendly owner lives nearby which is helpful if you have any issues or questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Stay
Second stay and just as great as the first time. Bathroom upgrade is awesome. This is a quiet and beautiful place to stay,
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space in great location
Great views and really fun location with the lake right there and kayaks and paddleboards for exploring. The location is nice and quiet but still close to nice parks and restaurants. The ferry to Washington island is right around the corner. The bathroom is really nice and the place was very clean. The outdoor space while lovely did have a table covered in spider webs that was slightly unappealing while trying to eat dinner out there. Overall though would say this place was beautiful clean and fun and would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rod R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
This was our second year returning to Door County and we loved the quietness of this cottage. Love cycling the peninsula, nice roads, and friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun
We had a relaxing and fun vacation. Board games, kayaking, reading books…all things that made this trip a perfect family getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Great property.....fantastic sunsets over the bay.....stunning views
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ewa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and relaxing oasis with the best view in Door County
This was our second stay and we stayed for 5 nights. We love it as it is dog friendly, clean and quaint. We enjoyed the fire pit, grill station, hammock and kayaking during sunsets. The views are incredible outside and from the inside. We stayed off season so it was quite chilly, but you can always warm up in the indoor sauna:). Great hiking opportunities in the nearby state parks (Newport and Death Door Bluff), The hosts are very friendly and responsive. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterfront Dream
Beautiful, clean, well-kept property in a very quiet neighborhood. Can't beat the view! Kitchen is well stocked, hot tub and sauna are luxurious. We enjoyed relaxing in this comfortable home after a day hiking in the nearby parks. I have only two small suggestions. It would be really nice to have two reading lamps at the bedside, one for each side of the bed. Also, it would be good to use unscented laundry products for the bed linens, as some people are sensitive to perfumes. All in all, this is one of the very best vacation rentals that we have ever stayed in and we hope to come back again next year. We stayed five nights and it was just right for a great vacation exploring Door County. Thanks Gretel and Dan!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim E.

Liked: Cleanliness
DC 2024
Wonderful property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie W., Milwaukee, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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