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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, books
TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Ellison Bay, WI
  • The Clearing Folk School
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Ellison Bluff State Natural Area
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Newport State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ellison Bay

City center stay.Your stay at this cottage will put you steps from Linden Gallery and a 5-minute walk from Lake Michigan. The Clearing Folk School and Ellison Bay Pottery Studios are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Clearing Folk School - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ellison Bay Pottery Studios - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ellison Bluff State Natural Area - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Newport State Park - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Sister Bay Beach - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Skip Stone Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato Sister Bay - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Husby's Food & Spirits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sister Bay Bowl - ‬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.

Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops

This gorgeous downtown property is surrounded by beautiful perennials, climbing vines and flower bushes. The Cottage is located kitty corner from the Gus Klenke Garage on hwy 42 in downtown Ellison Bay and within walking distance to Door County Cider, local pottery shops, and an antique shop. Local restaurants and coffee shops include Kick Ash Coffee, Brew Coffee House, Wickman House, Mink River Basin Bar and Restaurant, and The Viking Grill all within walking distance. The Pioneer Store is less than a city block away and has deli meats, beer, wine, liquor and fresh and frozen foods.
The Cottage is attached to a seasonal retail shop with its own personal entrance. There is a spacious parking lot and a very large enclosed patio area with a picnic table, patio table and bench. The kitchen has all the tableware and silverware needed for eight individuals as well as a coffee maker, toaster, pots and pans, full refrigerator, electric stove/oven and a dishwasher. The dining area has a fold-out table that seats 8 and has a large bay window. The living room is open and bright with a full picture window looking out at the patio. There is a brand new cozy couch with additional seating facing an electric fireplace and large screen tv that includes Spectrum cable and wifi. Provided are also Pendleton beach towels for your use. There is one bathroom that has a large sit-down tiled shower. A set of towels, hand towels and washcloths are provided for each guest. The first bedroom is very large with a four poster queen bed and corner windows perfect for relaxing with a good book. Large closet and shelves with a luggage rack and all bedding with extra blankets and sheets provided. The second bedroom has a comfortable queen bed with cozy bedding and extra blankets and sheets provided. A small closet and full length shelving unit for clothing storage. The third bedroom has three twin beds and two closets with lots of hanging room. All bedding is provided with extra blankets and sheets.
Owners live in Door County and are very open to accommodating our guests in any way we can so please let us know if there is anything you need to help make your vacation the best experience possible!

Property manager

Willow and Chris Alexander

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking whatsoever indoors

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets 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
Note from host: Please contact me if interested in a small party
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Please contact me if interested in a small party For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Charming perennial garden cottage in downtown Ellison Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops to the airport?

This cottage is 90.1 mi (111-min drive) away from the Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops to the beach?

This cottage is 5.3 mi (9-min drive) from Waterfront Park and 5.4 mi (9-min drive) from Sister Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops to downtown Ellison Bay?

This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Ellison Bay.

Charming garden cottage downtown Ellison Bay walking distance to lake and shops Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ted D.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Craig G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring getaway

Peoperty was nice. Plenty of room. It has an upstairs that could sleep 5 more people. Will go back. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, cozy and accommodating!

The owner of the property is amazing! She is responsive and helpful. The cottage was clean and charmingly decorated. Our group of 3 fit comfortably, there would’ve been room for more. I would love to stay here again! Five stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Enjoyed our winter weekend getaway to door county.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty M., Mequon, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness

Garden cottage in Ellison Bay

W Wonderful stay as usual. Quiet and secluded yet easy to get to other towns. Hosts are very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls wknd getaway

We had a wonderful time hiking and sight seeing in DC. Many laughs and great memories made.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great return visit

This was our second stay, and we enjoyed it as much as our first, two years ago. Great home-base location for all the hiking we wanted to do, including a day trip to Washington Island.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot in Ellison Bay!

My friends and I loved our stay at this charming cottage in Ellison Bay. Would absolutely recommend if you are traveling to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Biking Heaven

The cottage is in an ideal location for biking and restaurants. Very quiet after a hard days play. Our only complaint(s)were the bathroom sink needs some TLC, trickle of water at most and the sink was very slow to drain. Needed more kitchen trash bags. Ole time bikers
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place!

What a great stay! Perfect amount of room - Comfortable sitting area and great kitchen! Loved the little cottage and the location - a nice slow pace compared to other locations! Loved it and totally recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location!

If you want to have everything within walking distance and feel you're in what Door County used to be like, this is the place to stay. All the comforts of home, in quaint Ellison Bay. From coffee shops to gifts shops and boutiques. Antiques to dining, beaches to sunsets, it's all waiting for you to come and enjoy while you stay at the cottage.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, spacious Ellison Bay cottage (in town!)

My family was so lucky to get this little cottage. We come every year to Door County, but I hadn't spent much time in Ellison Bay. Staying here completely changed my mind on this part of the peninsula. It's so charming and quiet and has great coffee within walking distance. The house itself is very clean, bright, spacious and had every amenity my kids (ages 11, 9 and 7) could want. Loved the private parking in the back too. Our hosts were responsive and helpful as well. We'd definitely recommend this home to our friends, and if we are ever in need of another DC rental we will look it up again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home away from home

Our family of seven loved the cottage! It was the perfect home base for our Door County vacation. It was much larger than we expected and everyone had their own bed. The upper loft was an unexpected bonus. The kitchen was well stocked with cookware and dishes, everything was very clean and well decorated, and we had plenty of privacy. My wife and I loved walking to the coffee shop and the general store every morning. One heads up for other guests: we found a couple of ticks just about every day, so beware if you have little ones especially. Not a problem with the cottage itself, but a good thing to watch out for during your stay. We’ll be back and will be sharing this place with our friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rita T.

Liked: Cleanliness

The cottage was a fairy tale setting.

It would have been good to say up front that the interior design business is in the same house as the Garden Cottage guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ellison Bay

Very cute n cozy. Cl9se to beach and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Door County Vacation

We had a wonderful time in Door County. The property was as advertised. A couple things, the bathroom sink water pressure was very low at best, it should probably be looked at. There is some kind of sump pump that runs every 15 seconds or so which we could hear , especially at night, that also should probably be looked at. Neither of these things would preclude us from staying at this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay in quiet Ellison Bay

We had the best week at this place! It was clean and exactly as described (honestly even nicer in person). It was just 1 block to all of the restaurants, coffee shops etc in Ellison Bay which is a lovely town much quieter than several of the other ones but still with plenty of great options as well as a park & beach. Only a 10 min drive to sister Bay and Gill Harbor, we found it very easy to get around and would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun spot

Highly recommend for a weekend trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a nature-filled family vacation

This was our family's first visit to Door County, and this cottage was the perfect homebase for us as we explored, relaxed, and enjoyed great time together. For anyone unfamiliar with Door County (as we were), the Ellison Bay location is just a little north of some more familiar, busier towns, which was absolutely perfect for us. It was quick and easy to visit Sister Bay, Ephraim, and Fish Creek, but we loved starting and ending our days in a quieter location. We also made time to go just a little farther north and discovered possibly the highlight of our trip when we did: Bea's Ho-made Products. Yum! We were pleasantly surprised to find the cottage larger than expected. The room with twin beds is on the second floor, and the living room and dining room worked very comfortably for our family of six. The kitchen was stocked with everything we'd need to cook and bake. There were more than enough bath towels for our multi-day stay, although we were glad we brought extra beach towels. One note: the property has a sump pump that will occasionally create a whooshing/flushing sound. If the weather is dry, the pump likely won't run, but it was running frequently since we were there during a wet time. It wasn't a problem for us but light sleepers may want ear plugs. We didn't know what to expect in terms of the business next door, but it wasn't an issue at all. As of our visit, the retail space was very quiet with no traffic or noise, and separate entrances/spaces were very clear.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sister Trip 2024

So happy to have found this little gem. We were able to do all that northern Door County had to offer and enjoy day trips south without worrying about the hustle and bustle of the larger little towns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint

Very nice property- clean! Cute interior- had everything that was needed. Would stay here again! Reasonably priced also!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short getaway

Comfy and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Door County Spring Break

Enjoyed being in a low key area in Door County. Spacious cottage with charm, walking distance to coffee shops, restaurant, bar and such.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for DC.

Great spot would stay again. Could walk to everything in Ellison Bay. It’s connected with a business just a heads up.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay for an odd-season visit to DC! Very comfy for our family of 4. We enjoyed the fun board games, gas fireplace, and well-appointed kitchen for an easygoing time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024