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Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - The Great Escape

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TV, DVD player, table football, books
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7120 sq m

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10 out of 10
Guests loved the amenities.
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - The Great Escape

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.

**This is a quiet community with residential neighbors. This home is geared towards quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of neighbors, we cannot accommodate bachelor or bachelorette parties, reunions or other rowdy gatherings.

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.

About the space:
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and loft area with pull out sofa sleeper (full size - listed as the 3rd bedroom)

7 maximum guests

Snack bar (seating for 3)

Dining area (4 chairs and one bench)

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 Streaming Services

Heat
Air conditioning (mini split units) plus A/C unit in loft area

Portable fan

Patio table and 4 chairs

Charcoal grill (guests supply own charcoal)

Washer/dryer combo

Iron, ironing board and drying rack

Gas fireplace (not for guest use)

Internet/Wi-Fi

Pack 'n play and child's bed

2 strollers

2 baby safety gates

Vacuum

Games, DVDs, books, and children's beach toys for your enjoyment

No Pets

Sleeping Accommodations:
Bedroom #1: main level, Queen and Twin beds, Smart TV with DVD player, room darkening shades, hangers, extra blankets, Pack 'n Play and child's bed (in closet)

Bedroom #2: second floor, Queen bed, room darkening shades, hangers, extra blankets, 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

Kitchen Amenities:
Kitchen is equipped with a microwave, fridge, stove, oven, dishwasher, toaster, blender, traditional coffee pot and a Keurig.

Also included are dishes, utensils, BBQ grill utensils, wine glasses, kitchen towels, hot pads/oven mitts, pots, pans, baking sheets and coffee grinder.

Dining area includes table, 4 chairs and a bench

Bathrooms:
Bathroom #1: main level, walk-in shower, sink, toilet, hair dryer

Bathroom #2: upper level, walk-in shower, sink, toilet, 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

This property does not support or allow electric vehicle (EV) charging on-site

Surrounding area:
Door County is full of many amazing things to see and do! We recommend you check out Destination Door County, the visitors' bureau, to help map out your vacation. "Door County Vacationers" is also a great FB group to join to get recommendations on everything from favorite restaurants to favorite tours, places to rent boats, and things to do.

Five state parks that are great for hiking, swimming, or biking. It also has 300 miles of shoreline and 11 lighthouses to explore. We offer culture, recreation and relaxation in a peaceful setting for our guests. This property is about 2.5 miles north of downtown Sister Bay.

Provided:

Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and bathroom towels are provided. Please bring your own beach towels.

We provide a starter pack of essentials which includes toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap and garbage bags. Due to septic systems, we do not provide facial tissue.

We also supply one each of travel size shampoo, conditioner and bodywash per full bathroom.

Due to health and safety guidelines all pantry items must be removed between guests. Please bring cooking essentials you might need such as cooking oil/spray, salt, pepper and other spices, sugar, etc.

Property manager

The Simple Life Hospitality

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,296 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

83

About the area

Map
Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Sister Bay Marina - 5 min drive
  • Waterfront Park - 5 min drive
  • Sister Bay Beach - 5 min drive
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 7 min drive
  • Peninsula State Park - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skip Stone Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato Sister Bay - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wilson's Ice Cream Parlor - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Husby's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - The Great Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - The Great Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - The Great Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - The Great Escape 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).

Newly Updated Log Home on 5 acres - The Great Escape Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie C., St. Louis, Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and comfortable stay for our family
The cabin was beautiful, clean, well stocked and in a quiet neighborhood. The perfect getaway and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience at The Great Escape
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stellar stay
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!
We loved this VRBO home, it was so cute, clean and quiet. Especially liked the trails A great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home and property—would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Julie A., Milwaukee, Wi

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!
It was beautiful and had a great time!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this house!
This was the perfecr rental for. Everything was beautiful and everything we needed was there. I honestly can't wait to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
DC gem
Super clean, beautiful home. Perfect for our family of five! Very happy to know of this vrbo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice 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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Right
This place worked out great! We were limited with options on shorter notice than usual, but would definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

(Flipkey) Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location just outside of sister bay with beautiful bay sunset views.
Easy rental process. Home was welcoming, clean and cozy. Perfect for a fall door county weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

GREGORY O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Escape
Everything was great at the house. Loved the end of the road which made us feel secluded. Would recommend to others for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
A wonderful place to stay! Beautiful, clean cabin in a convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesse S.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful house, beautiful location
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and quiet. Nice!
Very good overall. In hot weather, a screen door in the upstairs bedroom would help.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stanley T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Log Cabin Style Home
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vilija J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in a woods but with neighbors
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 .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022