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Quiet Door County Retreat w/ Private Bay Access and Dock

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Lobby

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Place, Sherwood Point Lighthouse
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Hi-Cliff Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Potawatomi State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Sturgeon Bay

When you stay at this cottage in Sturgeon Bay, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Lake Michigan and 11 minutes by foot from Sherwood Point Lighthouse. .This cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hi-Cliff Park and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from IdleWild Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Sherwood Point Lighthouse - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Hi-Cliff Park - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Potawatomi State Park - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Door County Maritime Museum - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 16 min drive - 16.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪5th and Jefferson Coffee House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Starboard Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Nightingale Supper Club - ‬20 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.

Quiet Door County Retreat w/ Private Bay Access and Dock

Welcome to Thoreau Pond, hosted by Simple Life Rentals! Nestled on the beautiful Sherwood Point Peninsula in Southern Door County, this peaceful retreat offers private waterfront access, stunning Bay sunset views, and plenty of space to relax and unwind.
Inside, guests will find a cozy reading nook and dedicated office/library space filled with books, perfect for remote work, journaling, or curling up with a good book after a day exploring Door County. Large windows bring in natural light and frame the surrounding beauty of the water.
With comfortable gathering areas and room for guests to spread out, this home is ideal for family vacations, couples traveling together, or small group getaways.

Great for groups!- Consider renting out Sherwood Point Shores- on the same road!

This property allows up to 2 well-behaved dogs. There is an additional fee collected at booking

Property Features:
+ Dog Friendly
+ Waterfront
+ Reading Nook under the stairs
+ 2 TV's in living room and main bedroom
+ Fireplace in living room and primary bedroom
+ Board games, TONS of books, puzzles
+ CD and CD player
+ Fully equipped kitchen (see amenities)
+ Wi-Fi (due to the rural nature of the property, Wi-Fi and cell phone coverage and service can vary) 
+ Central air and heat

Sleeping Configuration:
Bedroom 1 (main level): King size bed, TV, ceiling fan
Bedroom 2 (upper level): Queen size bed, ceiling fan
Bedroom 3 (upper level): Full size bed, ceiling fan
Additional sleeping space: Two twin beds in room above garage.

Bathrooms:
Bathroom 1 (main level): Half bathroom
Bathroom 2 (main level-ensuite to bedroom 1): Full bathroom with walk-in shower
Bathroom 3 (upper level): Full bathroom with tub/shower combo

Outdoor Area:
Back patio facing the water
Patio table with 4 chairs
Adirondack chairs as well
Fire pit -please bring local firewood
5 Parking spots available in the driveway
Garage is not accessible to guests

Water Access:
Dock available Seasonally (dock can be delayed to put into the water please be aware it might not be installed)
120 feet of private Green Bay waterfront
Sawyer Harbor FREE Public boat launch is just 3 minutes down the road
Watercraft docking allowed
Water is approximately zero feet deep at point of entry into water
Shore is mostly small and medium stones-though winter weather can change the shoreline year-to year. It’s recommended to bring water shoes to walk into the water.

Amenity + damage protection waiver includes:
• Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and bathroom towels. (Please bring your own beach towels)
• A starter pack of essentials which includes toilet paper, paper towel, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap, and garbage bags. Due to septic systems, we do not provide facial tissue. One each of travel size shampoo, conditioner, and body wash per full bathroom.
• PEACE OF MIND Damage protection covers up to $1000 per stay for accidental damage that is reported prior to departure (excludes any pet damage).

Home Truths:
No Garage Access
Dock not always available to guests

This home is located in a quiet community with neighbors and is geared towards quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of neighbors and municipal restrictions, we cannot accommodate parties at the property including bachelor or bachelorette parties, reunions, weddings, or other gatherings.

Surrounding Area:
Idlewild Golf course - 2 miles from the home, great burgers!
Potawatomi State Park - 4 miles from the home, gorgeous park for hiking and biking, viewing tower with 20 mile views of Green Bay
Fishing hot spot - Larson's Reef is 40 yards directly offshore from the beach at the home
Scenic Sherwood Point - 3/4 mile from the home
Excellent restaurants in Sturgeon Bay, 6 miles

Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #27-56-3450-07

Please be aware that you must sign a terms and conditions agreement, which will be sent to you separately, to finalize your reservation.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a refrigerator and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

214

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