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Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County

Cabin near Lake Michigan in Ellison Bay

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Spa
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Ellison Bay, WI
  • Place, Northport Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sister Bay Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Peninsula State Park
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)

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About the neighborhood

Ellison Bay

On lake.Within a 10-minute walk of the cabin, you'll find Lake Michigan and Northport Pier. Grand Traverse Island State Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and The Clearing Folk School is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Northport Pier - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sister Bay Beach - 22 min drive - 15.4 miles
  • Peninsula State Park - 32 min drive - 21.9 miles
  • Cana Island Lighthouse - 43 min drive - 27.9 miles
  • Cave Point County Park - 53 min drive - 39.6 miles

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mink River Basin - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Albatross - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Smokehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red Cup Coffee House - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Shoreline Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County

Nestled on a Lake Michigan bluff, where the Door County Peninsula meets the vast waters, Porte Haven offers a retreat like no other. Imagine waking up to panoramic views that stretch across the horizon, where you can watch the Washington Island Ferry glide by every hour, surrounded by the tranquility of the lake. Welcome to your upscale cabin perched atop an old boathouse, where every detail invites you to unwind and embrace the magic of waterfront living.

The Space:
Step into a world of comfort and luxury, where the pace of life slows down and every moment is filled with wonder. Porte Haven accommodates up to 8 people (6 adults + kids, with children under 3 staying free), offering a master bedroom with a king bed, a bunk room perfect for kids, a guest room with a queen bed, and even a king bed in the boathouse basement. Three spa-like bathrooms elevate your experience, featuring amenities such as a sauna shower, a Kohler soaking tub, and an infinity sink that spills over in a mesmerizing display.

What Sets Us Apart:

Spectacular views of four islands and the passing Washington Island Ferry
Unique location at the literal "tip of the thumb" of Wisconsin
Upscale cabin built atop an old boathouse, offering an unforgettable ambiance
Entertainment area in the converted boathouse, complete with a pool table and more games
Sunroom with a metal roof for a magical rain experience and waterproof drapes for bug-free relaxation
Privacy combined with the energy of the surrounding water
Amenities:
Your comfort is our priority, which is why Porte Haven comes fully equipped with everything you need for a memorable stay, including:

Viking appliances in the fully equipped kitchen
Two cozy fireplaces
Game room with pool table and darts
Washer and dryer
Fire pit and Adirondack chairs for lakeside gatherings
Grill for outdoor cooking
Smart TVs and Wi-Fi
Deck to soak in the stunning views
Additional Details:

Dog-friendly accommodation (up to 3 dogs allowed for a fee)
Maximum occupancy of 6 adults
Children under 3 stay free
Close proximity to the Washington Island Ferry
Easy access to swimming and water activities
Explore our other cabins in the Door County Cabin Collective for more unforgettable experiences
Your Hosts:
Jeremy and Caitlyn Jeffery, owners of the Door County Cabin Collective, are dedicated to providing you with a seamless and unforgettable vacation experience. From the moment you book until the end of your stay, we're here to ensure every aspect of your getaway exceeds your expectations.

Book Porte Haven today and embark on a lakeside adventure that will leave you refreshed, rejuvenated, and longing to return.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No parties, weddings, bachelor/bachelorette parties, or events
A security deposit hold is required prior to arrival of $300 and automatically released 3 days after departure
Guests are required to sign the Rental Agreement that will be emailed to you. $150/dog up to 3 dogs allowed.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: We allow up to 3 dogs for extra fee of $150/pet.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County to the airport?

This cabin is 193.3 mi (208-min drive) away from the Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County to the beach?

This cabin is 9.1 mi (50-min drive) from Schoolhouse Beach Park and 12.1 mi (19-min drive) from Waterfront Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County to downtown Ellison Bay?

This cabin is 0.3 mi away from Northport.

Waterfront Escape at the Tip of Door County Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful place! We loved our quiet and peaceful stay here over the Thanksgiving holiday. This place is unique, spacious, clean, warm and cozy, has amazing views, and so much more. I especially loved the fact that the furniture was comfortable and high quality - none of the cheap stuff you find in so many bnbs these days. The hosts were super welcoming and communicative, and made sure we had all that we needed for our little getaway. Thanks so much for an amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and property. Enjoyed the neighboring vicinity for great runs and scenic vistas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house with amazing views! Would stay at again
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness

April getaway

Nice quiet place with great views.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

donna h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Paradise

We decided to try a winter getaway in Door County in the middle of March allowing for a high-end experience at reasonable price! The County is virtually a ghost town allowing you to take in the beauty at a comfortable pace from Egg Harbor to Gills Rock aka 'The End'. Peninsula State Park, White Gull Inn, Wild Tomato, Mink Basin (best onion rings!) and Jen's Windy Road were all enjoyed with no crowds to contend with making eating and site seeing a pleasure! We discovered a few shops and markets open this time of year. The home has a top-of-the-line (Viking) kitchen with all the amenities, super comfy bedrooms (especially the master bedroom with port holes for lake Michigan viewing and many unique artistic features to explore throughout the home. We enjoyed an afternoon sitting around a bon fire watching Lake Michigan in all its glory awaken from its winter slumber including the most spectacular moon gazing for a couple of nights. The game room provided hours of laughter and fun shooting pool and darts, who knew my sister was a pool shark! Jeremy, our host, was excellent! He provided detailed information before and throughout our stay adding to an already exceptional experience! We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Away

This property is spectacular - beautiful views, cozy feel and offered everything we could have asked for. Bonus: The downstairs game area was such a unique offering!Would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M., Madison, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Space!

This property has such a great variety of beautiful spaces. There's lots of room to spread out, it would be really great for a group. There was more outdoor space than we expected, and we hope to come back during the warm season to enjoy the outdoors more. The views were amazing. We stayed in January and enjoyed watching the ever-changing ice landscape on the water, along with the ferry, a flock of loons, and a bald eagle hunting the shoreline that flew close to the cabin windows. We cooked up a storm in the well-stocked kitchen, and we especially loved the game room! House was very clean, and host communication was excellent. We love Porte Haven!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

Gorgeous views

You won’t find better views of the lake anywhere - truly spectacular. The home sits as close to the lake as possible and the windows are large and abundant. Perfect lake and nature viewing for any season.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Port Haven

This is a dream property. We had an incredible week and really enjoyed being right on the water! Beautiful views and so peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable Stay

Beautiful views, well equipped house. Great place for our extended family gathering. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise & Rich S., Chilton, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Unbelievable views in a warm setting

We really enjoyed our stay! A unique property that is well appointed, warm and inviting. The views and location are hard to beat. The location is away from the busyness of the towns on Highway 42, but not so far away that it hinders exploration of the popular spots in Door County. The house is charming and the host very responsive should you need anything. We will make a point to stay at this location again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Medina K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible House and Views

My family and I absolutely adored this house. The pictures really don’t do it justice!!! And it was really cozy and fun family experience. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathi K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Magical Time

A beautiful home with great amenities and the view was absolutely amazing!! We enjoyed listening to the waves crash into the rocks, and the sky was awe inspiring with the Milky Way directly above the house. We didn’t want to leave and are already planning our return trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney K., La Crosse, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional Stay!!

Fantastic communication from the very beginning. I had high expectations prior to our trip and was not disappointed. We loved the amenities and thought the location on the water was perfect! We could see Washington Island, Plum Island, and Pilot Island while inside or outside, what a view!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views!

The views at Porte Haven really are hard to beat! The kitchen and patio view was where we loved spending most of our time. Hosts were very kind and had great communication with us during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friend celebration

Perfect spot to celebrate with friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

lauren g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Door County Experience

This is a beautiful property with beautiful amenities. The location is amazing! It was the perfect location to celebrate my mom’s 60th birthday! The owners were friendly and helpful :) I recommend renting this property and we will be renting again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leopoldo S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easter weekend at Porte Haven

We had an outstanding weekend at Porte Haven the cabin was clean comfortable with a great game room and above all, incredible lake views the sunrises from the upstairs master were incredible and the hot steam room and whirlpool are great too. We enjoy a night walk at the Newport state park on saw the moon rise over the lake on their dark sky area, enjoyed cider flights , Swedish pancakes and painting the Anderson dock . Jeremy was very responsive and attentive and made us feel welcomed. Will be back for summer family time for sure
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drew H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views from an amazing place.

Porte Haven was an amazing place to stay. The master bedroom upstairs offers amazing views of the water and not to distant islands. And the kitchen and living room were great places to relax and make an amazing dinner on the premium Viking appliances. The basement offered a great place to hang with friends and play some games.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Christmas in February

This was our first time in Door County. Took our adult children for their present this year. The house was amazing, clean and fun!!! Pool table, darts and game table. You cannot beat the views of the water…we saw an Eagle fly by each day. We just had a wonderful time and fantastic restaurants right there. CHOP and Wickman House so awesome. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

monique b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family get away

The house is perfect for a fun and relaxing family get away. Beautiful views, trees, fun game room!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheilah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect quiet getaway

The house has great details and the view is unbelievable. Loved being able to include our dogs on the family vacation. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous unique property and location

A beautiful, funky, unique home with gorgeous views. A great place to spend time with friends
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly outstanding place in Door County

The Porte Haven boat house in DC is amazing. 4 levels, multiple beds and baths, two fire pits, and an outstanding view of Death's Door where the weather is clearly visible. Newport State Park is a few minutes away with great hiking. The owners make it easy to access everything you need and are amazingly available to assist if you need it. Could not be any better!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022