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Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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.

Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!

The Refuge Log Home is nestled in a beautiful, wooded 5 acres across the street from Lake Michigan and is 4 miles east of Sister Bay in Northern Door County, WI. Listen to the waves from the home or take a short walk (300 ft) down the road to our private property with 100ft of shoreline. Enjoy the water from an Adirondack chair, a canoe or kayak, or wade right in! The wooded setting is quiet and sheltered and the lake may be viewed from the separate waterfront property.

Have fun exploring the woods. Deer are frequently seen. if you're lucky, you might spot a turkey family, an owl, or the newly discovered porcupine that occasionally makes an appearance. Spend your evenings around the fire enjoying the incredible stars. The home is located on a peaceful dead-end street with light car and foot traffic. It is less than ten minutes to downtown Sister Bay, a wonderful town with fun shops and great restaurants to explore and enjoy. Sand Bay Beach is just five minutes away and the villages of Baileys Harbor, Ephriam and Fish Creek are close too.

These two properties, woods and water, are the perfect getaway for family and friends!

The open floor plan is spacious and comfortable. The whole family can gather around the stone fireplace. There are many cozy places to retreat to for some quiet relaxation. Enjoy the outdoors from the front porch or the screen porch in back. Or grab a book from the bookcase and head up to a window seat in an upstairs dormer for some quiet reading.

The home has four private bedrooms, one on the main floor with a King size bed and three more upstairs. The large bonus room with three sky lights over the garage is perfect for movie nights or reading. The built-in bunks in the bunk room are always a thrill for kids! Please note that the 2nd floor bunk room does not have doors to close it off from common areas.

The Refuge is a true retreat any time of year. Whether it's enjoying the long days of summer on the screen porch, the crisp Fall nights around the campfire, hunkering down on a cozy wintry night by the fire, or spotting the first sounds and sights of Spring, we sure you will enjoy your stay.

Lake Michigan Water change from year to year. The Photos show both high and low water levels.

Property manager

Gary & Kitty Brendemuehl

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Sister Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Waterfront Park - 12 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Sister Bay Marina - 12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Newport State Park - 28 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Cana Island Lighthouse - 36 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skip Stone Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato Sister Bay - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Husby's Food & Spirits - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sister Bay Bowl - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road! located?

This family-friendly Sister Bay vacation home is located near the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Sister Bay Beach. Waterfront Park and Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 157 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Enjoyed the accommodations….convenient for local attractions and shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

A lovely stay in a beautiful home. We had a great weekend and enjoyed the fire pit at both the house and the beach each night! The kitchen was completely stocked with any kitchenware needed to make dinners and breakfasts together for our group. Great place to hang out as a family in between seeing many beautiful sights in Door County.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

The Refuge is just that. We (6 adults) were in the area for a family wedding and we loved coming “home” after wedding-related events and curling up by the fire and relaxing. The house had everything we needed and more! We loved the lakeside views from the beach and had a wonderful time exploring beautiful Door County.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Wonderful warm and cozy place for a reunion. Well-equipped kitchen, lovely screened porch, access to rocky beach, and welcome solitude. Hosts are great communicators.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Enjoyed the weekend at the cabin. Had a great time. Perfect location and wonderful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10

The Refuge is close to downtown Sister Bay yet nestled in the woods, just what you need - great escape!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10

This is the perfect cozy and comfortable property for a November stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10

This property was Beautiful. House was perfect for our Girls weekend. We had 5 young adults and 3 adults. The house had more than enough space for all of us. Kitchen was FULLY stocked. Far enough away from all the crowds but close enough to enjoy all the amenities Door County has to offer. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Great place . Perfect for our stay. Very well equipped and perfect in every way
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We so enjoyed this cozy cabin for a relaxing family retreat. The cabin was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Excellent place for getting together with family, nestled in the peaceful pines! The owners were a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend this cabin to anyone---perfect vacation spot!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10

Great secluded log cabin ,nice trails for snow shoeing. Nice layout for familys, large kitchen ,family room , game room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10

Beautiful house on a gorgeous property. Very cozy inside but plenty of space for larger groups. Very clean, plenty of towels and well stocked kitchen. EXCELLENT stay 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10

We had a great time at The Refuge. The house was beautifully secluded in woods and wildflowers. The property's private access to the lake just down the road from the house offered an awesome spot to sit and watch the water and the moonrise. The house was very spacious, the kitchen well stocked, and dining on the back enclosed porch pretty darn magical. Also appreciated the quality mattresses.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Very comfortable home, which was very well equipped. Perfect for our family gathering. Great location for all points of interest in Norther Door County but secluded enough to feel like you are getting away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

Perfect place for larger groups. Very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10

One of our best stays in Door County ever--beautiful home with every thoughtful amenity provided. Even though Memorial Day weekend was a little cold, we spent so much time on that wonderful screened porch. Outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

We enjoyed our stay last year so much that we came back this year! We really loved the new beach access area! Everything was amazing as usual! We already booked for next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10

Wonderful log cabin. Spacious with many bedrooms. Had a great time. It was a cousin’s weekend together lots of fun
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Highly recommend this lodge for some r and r. Lots of space, clean, great beach access, and super helpful and quick to respond hosts. I hope to be back and will recommend to friends and family. Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10

We were very happy with the cabin - clean and lots of room to gather. The only thing we were a little disappointed with was the access to the lake - we thought when we booked it was right on the water with views from the cabin. Lovely woodsy cabin with trails - enjoyed our stay!😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We had a wonderful time staying at this cabin. We’ve stayed many times and enjoy the solitude and fireplace. Really appreciated the firewood in the garage (pay per bundle) since Gary took over!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

We enjoyed a long weekend here with family and it was the perfect place for enjoying quality family time! The cabin is beautiful, the location is secluded but close enough to town for some shopping and a few good restaurants. Marc and Lori were great communicators! Would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our Girls Weekend at The Refuge in Sister Bay. The house in the woods and across the road from Lake Michigan was exactly what we were hoping for! The accommodations were perfect for sleeping, relaxing, cooking and exploring! We have been to Door County numerous times over the years and this year was one of our favorites!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

Our family of 5 had a beautiful and relaxing time. This cottage is well though out in the floor plan and location. This is true door county cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10

This home is beautiful, surrounded by trees, birds and everything green. Inside is wood and you truly feel in nature. All needs are met in terms of kitchen items, furniture is comfortable and you can choose to eat inside or in enclosed porch. We loved our stay and highly recommend The only tricky part is finding path to beacbeach, but there is a map! Enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024