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Walking distance to all you will need! Sleeps 8-10

Family-friendly vacation home in Ellison Bay

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ellison Bay, WI
  • The Clearing Folk School
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Ellison Bay Pottery Studios
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Ellison Bluff State Natural Area
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ellison Bay

This vacation home places you next to Linden Gallery and within a 5-minute walk of Lake Michigan. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • The Clearing Folk School - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ellison Bay Pottery Studios - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ellison Bluff State Natural Area - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Sister Bay Marina - 10 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Sister Bay Beach - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Husby's Food & Spirits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Stabbur Beer Garden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sister Bay Bowl - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chop - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Walking distance to all you will need! Sleeps 8-10



Located in beautiful Door County Wisconsin in the quaint village of Ellison Bay on the upper most part of the peninsula. This home is situated close to the water with views from the tower room WITH A WONDERFUL western facing 12X15 foot deck. A great area for sailing, biking, hiking, shopping, galleries, theatre, star gazing, vegging out, and my personal favorite (check out the photo) salmon fishing.

The home is beautifully appointed with comfortable overstuffed furniture,hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, cathedral ceilings and much more. According to our past guests the best feature of the house is the huge screened-in porch off the kitchen. New in August 2018 a generator has been added to the home so that you will never be without electricity, Wifi, or air conditioning etc.

New in 2016....If you would like to book a 3 hour boat tour ($500) contact the owner.

This is not a 'bare bones' rental unit. This is our family vacation home which we would like to share as time permits.

Preferably rentals will be Sat-Sat and if you click on the calendar you will be able to tell at a glance what dates are still available.

PLEASE NOTE...ADDITIONAL dates may be available UPON REQUEST. Please don’t hesitate to ask. At this point the home is able to sleep 8 people in beds. 4 more in sleeper sofas BUT KEEP IN MIND there is only one full bathroom on the second floor and a half bath on the first floor. (VRBO’s computer will not allow me to list 1.5 bathrooms. They insist on listing it as two and I do not want my guests to be in for a surprise once they arrive)

ALSO The first floor bedroom and bathroom will NOT be available for any reservations made AFTER May 10, 2022. This “wing” of the home which also includes the owner’s studio and laundry area is separate ( separate entrance, separate kitchen etc.) and will POSSIBILY be in use by the owner.


Two of the upstairs bedrooms are furnished with queen beds and the 3rd upstairs bedroom is ready to sleep 7 with a double/single bunk bed, 2 single beds and a sleeper sofa. Just outside this bedroom is the loft which overlooks the great room and fireplace and also is equipped with a new sleeper-sofa.

The loft is an ideal space for the kids to go to play games etc. A spiral staircase will take you from the loft to the tower room....which is sure to become the kid's favorite place to hang out.......or Mom and Dad's favorite place to watch the sunsets over the gorgeous Ellison Bay waters. We added a large deck off the tower room so that you may be outside while enjoying the view over the water.

The location of the home ideal. Within walking distance to the Marina, the Pioneer Store (our local grocery), galleries , shops, and restaurants. It is also a short walk to the Ellison Bay Beach with it's tennis courts, beach and playground.

Due to the covenants of the condo association we are not able to welcome pets. We are also a non-smoking property.

I hope you will take the time to look into this property and the great Northern Wisconsin vacationland that encompasses this area. You will fall in love with it.

Keywords: Home
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • 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
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Please be sure all windows are closed and leave the keys on the island in the kitchen. No need to lock the front door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 30

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

Located steps from Linden Gallery, this vacation home is in Ellison Bay, and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Ellison Bay Pottery Studios. Ellison Bluff State Natural Area is also within a driving distance of 1.3 mi.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Walking distance to all you will need! Sleeps 8-10?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Walking distance to all you will need! Sleeps 8-10?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Walking distance to all you will need! Sleeps 8-10?

Yes, every accommodation at Walking distance to all you will need! Sleeps 8-10 comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.

Reviews

Walking distance to all you will need! Sleeps 8-10 Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 55 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Coffee, popcorn and dining just steps away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan E.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Comfy House Close to the Bay

We stayed six nights in this house with three adults and three kids. We loved its proximity to Ellison Bay and local shops. It was an excellent home base for our Door County adventures! We especially loved the upper porch and the three-seasons porch off the back. It’s definitely a good option for medium-sized groups. The only drawback was having only one shower. Still, we would stay there again, for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ellison Bay stay

It was a great location, walking distance to shops and restaurants, and park. We did drive to the beach, but there is a small one within walking distance. The home was quaint, beautifully decorated, and clean.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Felt more like a home than a bare bones vacation rental!

Just a great experience. The owner, Lyn, was in communication with us prior to and during our stay, and really helped provide guidance on local attractions, places to eat, etc. As suggested by the title, this property came with ALL of the amenities -- right down to stuffed animals in the kids' room to cleaning pellets for the dish washer. A wonderful experience!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Inaccurate description

!Be wary of this property owner! The bad news: The home owner listed the house as a four bed but it was only a three bedroom. In addition the pull out couch in the area they claimed was the 4th bedroom was broken. So not only did my teenage neice not have a room she also did not have a bed. Talked to owner who blamed VRBO for the false description something about their algorithm..... she did change it during our stay so she was able to get around "the algorithm" after we complained to her. I was the primary point of contact, she was kind and applogetic and offered a modest refund (the cleaning fee). I accepted this resolution, and defended the owner because she came off as so nice. Other members of my family felt we paid a lot of money for a 4 bedroom house that we didn't get and were very frustrated. The thing is we never even got the modest refund. :/ So much for my defense of her. I waited this many months to review to give her ample time to follow through she didn't. The good news: the house is beautiful and in a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful setting

Located in a great part of Door County, off the beaten path but everything still accessible. It was nice to have the general store and coffee shop all within walking distance. The rental was wonderful; included all the cooking and eating utensils you would ever need, as well as access to pantry/spices, the grill, TP/paper towel, cleaning products, extra keys for the condo and beach/bath towels. Really nice to have the sheets/bedding provided. The kids really enjoyed all the games available and I loved reading through the assortment of books on the screened in porch every morning. Also very nice to have notes with heads up about the house from the owner. Not all places do that. The beds in the two guest rooms were great but the beds and flat pillows in the "bunk room" not so great. Two of our guests left with aching backs. Also, no access to laundry. With a big family and long stay it would have been nice to throw a load or two in. For shorter visits, probably not a problem. Lastly, access to the pier is not as close to the condo as we anticipated. Overall, really nice property.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in northern Door county

Great host. Great location. Enjoyed our first trip to northern Door county. Will visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing in Ellison Bay

Great location. Loved the screen porch, 3rd floor deck and well equiped kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family getaway

Our first family visit to Door County was so wonderful. The home was perfect for us in many ways. Very quiet neighborhood, home had everything we needed including kid-friendly things like toys/games, whole kid loft with bunk beds and play area. Screened in porch was so peaceful. Home is walking distance to shore where we were able to go watch sunsets multiple times. This is the owner’s actual home so there are many personal items. Our kids are very good about not touching items though so it wasn’t an issue for us. Home is well stocked with everything you need. I enjoy being able to cook our own meals and not having to go out every meal. Owner communicates well and gave us great advice on where to go for things. Ellison Bay is quieter than the other towns which we also appreciated. We enjoyed our stay tremendously and cannot wait to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

lawrence M., Wisconsin Dells

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

This property worked great for us. There were plenty of beds,clean & comfy. Lots of towels & good shower. The kitchen was well stocked so that we could cook meals there. Walking distance to 2 places for meals if we needed to eat out. Ten minutes from the other house with relatives .attending the reunion. Close proximity to many other Door County "want to sees." Perfect for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stan M., -

Liked: Cleanliness

Family stay in Ellison Bay

Our extended family of 11 (ages infant - 72 yrs) thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely, clean, comfortable, spacious home in Ellison Bay. We had everything we needed for our five day stay. Lyn Hale, the property owner, was very accommodating and easy to communicate with throughout our stay. We especially enjoyed the quieter location, while still being just a short drive to the “hot spots” of Door County! We also enjoyed the secluded backyard, short walk to the marina, and upper deck for a nice view of Green Bay (and stargazing!) We highly recommend this property and would stay here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H., St. Louis

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home

Lyn’s home is lovely getaway! Our adult children spent every evening in the screened in porch playing cards. We all decided that was our favorite place in the house. The location is fantastic. It is a quick walk to watch the sunset at night or to walk to get a cup of coffee in the morning. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Time

Linda’s home is beautiful and she is a wonderful host. We had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. Plenty of room for all of us. Extremely clean and very comfortable. We would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheri R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay!

We had four adults and three children stay for a long weekend. We very much enjoyed the house. Enough space for everyone by far, stocked very well, and right in a nice quiet area like we hoped to be. Walking distance to a grocery store and a couple restaurants and dark enough at night to see a fair amount of stars. House was exactly as listed and we all had an excellent time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

great for a group

this is a fun house for a group. great kitchen for cooking, great restaurants and the water to walk to.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Family Getaway

We had a wonderful stay! The house is very open and easily accommodated our large family with 3 bedrooms and a large kids room. Overall we had 7 adults and 2 kids in the home and it did not feel crowded. Having the large screened in porch and yard area was really nice, especially with kids. Also, the house is ideally located in Ellison Bay and close to everything you would need. It was an easy walk to the water to put in our paddle board.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leta M., Palos Hills, Illinois USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent rental property for a large group!

We had a wonderful week in Ellison Bay. The house worked perfectly for our group of 12. We had 3 generations, grandparents, kids and grandkids. The house was welcoming and homey.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Family Size, Cozy Feeling Property

My wife and I stayed there with two of our children, their spouses, and our two granddaughters. The property is incredibly family friendly, in a great location at the quiet/northern end of Door County. The host is very responsive. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family fun in Door County

Our stay was just wonderful. We thoroughly enjoyed the comforts of home that our property provided. We would highly recommend this area and this home!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H., Highlands Ranch

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

We had a wonderful stay in Door County. The house felt very big due to the multiple gathering areas. The third floor deck was a great spot to relax, as well as the screened-in patio. Everything worked well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky S., Algona, IA

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Location

We enjoyed our getaway at this great property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen L., Lake Villa, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

FUN Family Adventure in Ellison Bay, WI

We had such a memorable time in Door County while staying in Ellison Bay. The home was in a perfect location in the Door County area. Lyn, the owner was very quick in attending to any issues that had arose during our stay. The house was cozy and comfortable. The screened in back porch was the BEST room in the house to gather, play games, read, chat, and eat your meals. We loved the vibe of Ellison Bay compared to Sister Bay and Fish Creek. It was much quieter and less busy. The home is in walking distance to all of the coffee shops and restaurants in Ellison Bay which was so wonderful. Two Thumbs up. Also, the Pioneer Store had all of those items that you may have forgot or need quickly instead of driving to the Piggly Wiggly in Sister Bay. Overall we had the BEST family vacation experience here with the comforts, coziness, and closeness to all of the local fun places. I would highly recommend this home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

David E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Over all it was a great home to relax in. The second floor got a little warm for sleeping in the bunk room (the air- conditioning vent was under one of the beds). A beautiful home but a little cluttered. Hard to find space for items we brought for the stay. Lynn was very attentive to any issues we had despite the fact that she had been very ill. Easy walking to attractions in Ellison Bay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property

Wonderful experience. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ellison Bay WI. Beautiful

This home in Ellison Bay was perfect for our family of 12, ranging from age 3 to 72. It is very well stocked, beautifully decorated and in a nice quiet neighborhood. It is close to water access for our kayaks and sandy beach. It is also close to popular attractions. A perfect home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019