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Updated Door County Lake House | Sunsets, Fire Pit, Family-Friendly

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Door County Historical Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Potawatomi State Park
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the area

Sturgeon Bay

With a stay at this cottage in Sturgeon Bay, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and George K. Pinney County Park. .This cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Choice Orchards and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Door 44 Winery.
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What's nearby

  • Door County Historical Museum - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Door County Maritime Museum - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Whitefish Dunes State Park - 27 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Potawatomi State Park - 28 min drive - 18.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Door County Coffee & Tea Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront Mary's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starboard Brewing Company - ‬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.

Updated Door County Lake House | Sunsets, Fire Pit, Family-Friendly

Welcome to Thenell's Beach House, hosted by Simple Life Rentals! This fully remodeled two-story waterfront home is conveniently located between Sturgeon Bay and Egg Harbor, approximately 5 miles north of Sturgeon Bay and 1 mile south of George Pinney County Park (Stone Quarry) and a public boat launch. Gorgeous views of the bay await you in this home that sleeps 4 (reduced from 6 due to a Village ordinance).

Enjoy the sunset views from the home or the large deck overlooking the water. You will have panoramic views of Potawatomi State Park and the Sherwood Point Lighthouse. You can hear the waves lapping the shore as you cozy up around the fire pit. There is plenty of space for the kids to run and play outdoors. It has a semi-private beach shared with Thenell's Cottage next door.

Thenell's Cottage is a great additional rental option if you are looking for additional space to sleep up to 4. We welcome groups; feel free to reach out to us to book both places!

Property Features:
+ Waterviews
+ Beach access
+ Large deck with patio table and 4 chairs
+ Fire pit and 4 chairs (please bring local firewood)
+ Grill
+ Located in the heart of Sturgeon Bay
+ Fully updated, modern home
+ Central A/C and Heat
+ Wifi: supports Zoom meetings
+ 1 Smart TV with Roku for streaming (located in the living room)
+ Fully stocked kitchen including coffee grinder, crockpot, and everything listed under amenities
+ Room in driveway for a boat trailer

Sleeping Accommodations:
Bedroom 1 - 2nd floor, King bed, sleeps 2, hangers
Bedroom 2 - 2nd floor, Queen bed and 2 XL twin beds
Living Room- Queen Sofa Sleeper, 1st Floor
Away Room- 1 Full Sofa Sleeper, 1st Floor

Bathrooms:
Bathroom 1- Full bathroom with walk-in shower, 1st Floor
Bathroom 2- Full bathroom with shower + tub, 2nd Floor

Water Access:
+ Easy beach access, 1 minute walk from the home
+ Swimming conditions: Protected shallow water + Beach is a little rocky and great for swimming
+ Shoreline: Rocky shoreline with gentle slope to the water. Water shoes are recommended.
+ Water Depth: To 6+ ft depth at 150 ft from shoreline
Note: There is no dock on the property.

A bar and grill restaurant is within walking distance of the cottage. Enjoy a tranquil getaway just minutes from the many attractions Door County has to offer.

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:
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 loud parties, including bachelor, bachelorette, or other rowdy gatherings.

Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #33-56-0063-07

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 your air-conditioned cottage, featuring a microwave and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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: 1,800 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

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
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

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Reviews

Updated Door County Lake House | Sunsets, Fire Pit, Family-Friendly Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was very clean. Looks like newly renovated. Very good location from downtown Sturgeon Bay. Very spacious. Beds semi comfy. The place was great, highly recommended, would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

suzanne a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely new home with bay sunsets. Perfect families and
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spacious home with great deck facing the water & large yard. Beautiful sunsets. Clean and modern. It was easy to get to all attractions & we appreciated being in a quiet & less congested area. Could use updated fry pans & a fan or two. The entry keypad failed to work on 2nd day but thankfully the mgmt company responded quickly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessi F.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house and property are beautiful. Check in was very smooth. Everything was just as described and as the pictures showed. Kitchen is very nice and well stocked with cooking utensils, dishes, etc. Beautiful lake views from the deck and you can walk right to the water’s edge too.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location right near the bay with a view of the bay from the back deck. Decorated well. We had a group of 4 and had more than enough space. Drove a short distance to Egg Harbor for a day of shopping, lunch and massage, while my husband and son went on a private fishing excursion. Caught some salmon. They had so much fun!The next day, we drove the opposite direction into town (Sturgeon Bay) for more shopping. Literally endless places to eat, shop, get smoothies, coffee, or grab a drink within a short drive. Our host was great to communicate with and always responded within a short amount of time. Great house. Great host. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacey N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

Great location, house was clean, hosts communication was excellent. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property!

Everything you need to have a great time with your family. Everything seemed brand new! Responsive property owners. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place in Door County

House worked great for our family of 5. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Door county impulsive trip

Our vrbo was everything we hoped for and more. Definitely planning on coming back for a family get together next time😊 open concept with private spaces so clean and up to date finishes the view was incredible only wish we could have a stayed longer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne E., Grand Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Retreat

Our friends from Arizona wanted to hike indoor County. I am so happy we found Thennel’s Beach House. It was perfect. Clean. Well equipped kitchen & fabulous sunsets. Our only comment would be: we were there during a very hot time so greatly appreciated the AC. It would be helpful if there were some ceiling fans in the bedrooms to help circulate the air. Other than that, it was perfect.! Jeanne
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhett Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place Great Location.

We loved it. It was perfect for our little Labor Day Weekend getaway. Views are awesome and the water is right there!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful rental! Just as advertised...

Everything about our stay was great! The house was extremely clean and comfortable. The bay view was beautiful and the location was perfect for our needs. Would love to return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and comfortable!

Loved the quiet location and it was very clean. We wanted a waterfront location and this worked well. The only thing we did not realize is there is another small property right in front on the water that has the water access. There wasn't anyone staying there so we were thankful we could sit along the water by the smaller VRBO home. Wonderful, responsive hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maya S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Door county

Very nice clean, newly remodeled
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Autumn getaway

Nice home, very comfortable and clean. Quiet neighborhood. Gorgeous views all around! Our only recommendation would be to add more comfortable beds, and bedding. Two kings would be helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S S., Grantsburg, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

The house was beautiful. It was nice to sit by the water and also be able to walk to the restaurant. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bay view

Beautiful spot on the bay. 200 feet from old time northern bar/restaurant, good food and great drink, and nice people. The house was very big, clean, quiet, and in a great location. Everything you would need for any length of stay. Loved the whole experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucas F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

A fantastic find in Door County!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place but…

House was nice and clean but it took around an hour to get in because the code they provided didn’t work. There was some confusion about which house we were staying at. Then the back door lock wouldn’t work and they never came to fix it so we were unable to lock up at night or when we left.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trip

Our first time in Door county. We had a great time and the house was perfect! Plenty of space and the cleanest rental property we’ve stayed in. Not far from Sturgeon Bay Main Street area & the rest of the peninsula is very easy to get to and from.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne T., Glendale

Liked: Cleanliness

Thennell's Beach House

Our stay at this spacious, clean and well equipped housed was wonderful! We hated to leave and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

hollie c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Location

We enjoyed our stay at Thenell’s Beach House. The house was spacious, clean and in a beautiful neighborhood. The water was just steps away. Our door code didn’t work upon arrival but the management company was super fast to respond, quickly resolved and followed up later. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felix G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice house

The actual property was better than the pictures. Super clean and looks newly renovated. Location was great, a few miles out of town but perfect for us. Access to the bay for fishing or swimming (water is cold). Plenty of room for a family of 4-6. Great to walk out to the back deck in the early morning and enjoy nature or come back and relax after a day out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison S., Martelle

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Waterfront Home

Thenell's Beach House was an amazing place to stay!!! It felt like home while we were away on vacation. Everything was exceptional...clean, comfortable, well stocked kitchen, beautifully decorated, spacious bedrooms, great views of the bay from the shared beach area, and a welcoming yard/deck/campfire area. The property management company was very helpful and prompt with a question I had after booking the property. We can't say enough good things about this VRBO property, we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Door County

Everything was very nice, clean and would definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023