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Waterfront Retreat, Kayaks, Firepit

Vacation home with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 101320 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Place, Potawatomi State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Door County Maritime Museum
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Sturgeon Bay Bridge
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Potawatomi State Park - 20 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Door County Maritime Museum - 23 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 24 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Door County Historical Museum - 24 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Third Avenue Playhouse - 24 min drive - 15.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Renard's Cheese - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Morning Glory Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Rite's Cove - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Castaways on the Bay - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Bar & Grill - ‬18 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.

Waterfront Retreat, Kayaks, Firepit

☀️ Summer at Rocky Shores Retreat — A Classic Waterfront Door County Escape
Rocky Shores Retreat truly comes alive in summer. Set on 180 feet of private shoreline on Little Sturgeon Bay, this classic Door County cottage is a guest favorite for kayaking, swimming, fireside sunsets, and laid-back lake days. Guests consistently rave about the peaceful setting, immaculate cleanliness, exceptionally stocked kitchen, and unforgettable water views.
Tucked away on a quiet private road—yet just 15–20 minutes from Sturgeon Bay—Rocky Shores offers the perfect balance of true waterfront seclusion and Door County convenience.

🌊 Waterfront Living at Its Best
With expansive shoreline and calm bay waters, summer days are effortless:
• Kayaking directly from the property
• Swimming and shoreline exploring
• Yard games, hammock naps, and sun lounging
• Morning coffee with sunrise over the bay
• Golden-hour sunsets and star-filled nights
Guests often mention that the outdoor space alone makes the stay unforgettable.

🚣 Kayaks, Yard Games & Outdoor Fun
(Available late spring–early fall)
Rocky Shores is designed for outdoor living:
• 4 kayaks included
• Large grassy yard for cornhole, frisbee, and games
• Hammock tucked among cedar trees
• Bayfront fire pit with firewood provided
• Plenty of seating for relaxing, gathering, and reconnecting
Wildlife sightings—deer, turkeys, eagles, and cormorants—are common and often mentioned in reviews.

☀️ Wake Up to Sunrises, Wind Down with Sunsets
Start your day on the expansive waterfront deck with coffee as the bay wakes up. Spend afternoons on the water or exploring Door County, then gather around the fire pit at night for s’mores, stories, and glowing sunset skies.
This is the kind of place guests describe as “peaceful, calming, and impossible to rush.”

✪ Designed for Comfortable Summer Stays
Inside, the cottage blends classic Door County charm with modern comfort:
• Bright living space with big bay windows
• Comfortable seating for groups and families
• Smart TV for movie nights after long days outside
• Open layout perfect for games, meals, and conversation
Guests frequently say the home feels cozy yet spacious, spotless, and thoughtfully arranged.

🍽 One of the Best-Stocked Kitchens Guests Have Ever Used
A standout feature in nearly every review:
• High-quality cookware (guests love the pans!)
• Spices, condiments, and cooking essentials
• Coffee station
• Full-size appliances and ample prep space
• Easy access to the outdoor Weber grill
Perfect for cooking family meals, grilling fresh fish, or enjoying local favorites from Marchant’s Grocery or Sunflower Bakery.

🛌 Bedroom Layout + Bonus Bunk House
Primary Bedroom – King Bed
• Plush king bed with hotel-quality linens
• Ceiling fan
• Quiet location for restful sleep
Guest Bedroom – Two Queen Beds
• Ideal for families or groups
• Washer & dryer located in-room for convenience
Detached Bunk House (Kid’s Cottage)
A guest favorite—especially for kids and teens:
• Sleeps up to 5
• Smart TV
• Mini fridge + freezer
• Heating & AC
• Bay views
(Note: No bathroom in the bunk house)

🚿 Bathroom & Essentials
• Shampoo, conditioner & body wash provided
• Extra towels
• Space heater near shower
• Thoughtfully stocked for easy family mornings

🌳 Outdoor Space Guests Rave About
Waterfront Deck
• Overlooks the entire bay
• Partial cedar shade
• Seating for coffee, cocktails, and sunset watching
• Outdoor lighting for evenings
Fire Pit Area
• Adirondack chairs
• Firewood included
• Perfect for s’mores and stargazing
Front Patio + Grill
• Wind-sheltered brick patio
• Weber grill steps from the kitchen

✪ 2026 Water Levels
Water levels in Little Sturgeon Bay are lower than in recent years. Kayaks are still usable, though guests may need to walk a bit farther across shoreline rocks to reach adequate depth.

📍 Peaceful Yet Convenient Location
• ~15–20 minutes to downtown Sturgeon Bay
• Easy access to beaches, wineries, parks, and golf
• Quiet, private road with minimal traffic
Guests love having a true retreat that’s still an easy drive to Door County highlights.

🌞 Why Guests Love Rocky Shores Retreat
(Curated from Rocky Shores reviews)
• Stunning waterfront views and sunsets
• Spotless, extremely clean home
• Exceptionally stocked, organized kitchen
• Comfortable beds with quality linens
• Thoughtful amenities — “they thought of everything”
• Amazing outdoor space with kayaks, fire pit, and yard
• Kids LOVE the bunk house
• Peaceful, private setting with easy access to town
• Stress-free stay with excellent communication and guidebook

🌊 Your Door County Summer Starts Here
If you’re looking for a classic waterfront cottage, space to spread out, and the kind of peaceful summer setting guests return to year after year—Rocky Shores Retreat is it.
Summer dates book quickly. Reserve your stay today.

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Property amenities

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

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,320 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Guests are required to sign a Rental Agreement.
A security deposit of $300 is required.
Food is not allowed in any bedrooms. Quiet time is from 11 p.m to 8 a.m.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 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. 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Classic Door County Waterfront have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Retreat, Kayaks, Firepit?

As of Jan 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Retreat, Kayaks, Firepit on Jan 4, 2026 start from $307.12, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is Classic Door County Waterfront to the beach?

This vacation home is 14.3 mi (30-min drive) from Sunset Park Beach.

Does Classic Door County Waterfront offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Classic Door County Waterfront?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Classic Door County Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Classic Door County Waterfront?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Classic Door County Waterfront have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Classic Door County Waterfront have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

Classic Door County Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
So many details were taken care of, like the Keurig coffee cups, kitchen supplies, and paper towels. Very clean home with an extremely attentive host who was easy to reach both before and during our stay. Our family would highly recommend this spectacular property, situated right on the water. The ultimate in serenity!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was very clean, well-maintained, and full of almost any supply (from spare towels to coffee creamer) that one could wish for! Dana (host) was very helpful and prompt in responding to any query, and was even able to support early entry on this occasion. The location was peaceful and right on the lake/bay shore, with great equipment options (kayaks etc.) as well as some nice visits by cormorants and deer. We were privileged to see a beautiful sunset. All in all, a terrific stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible views. Very clean. Very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful view and extremely clean home
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kitchen and house extremely well organized. They have just about everything you need. Easy to find but in a very nice, quiet location right on the bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

kerry m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was amazing, clean, and functional during our stay! The host was very responsive to any issues we experienced while staying and provided all the promised amenities!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beauty on the lake

Beautiful, perfectly located hideaway with kayaks, fire pit, hammock and other activities for outdoors along with board games and card games and plenty to keep everyone happy inside. Highly recommend this well-kept beauty.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clayton H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and setting. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace and Quiet

Beautiful home off the beaten path in Little Sturgeon Bay. Super organized spot with all the basics provided. Owners were readily available with any questions we had. Ate at Waterfront Mary's twice. Get the chowder!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Door County Cottage

A great place to stay! A very pretty property, was very clean and had every thing we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rocky Shores

Great cabin right on the water and very comfortable. Surprisingly quiet. What a great place to unwind
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

We really enjoyed our stay here. The kitchen was well stocked, it was clean, easy to check in and out, and the location was nice. Thanks for the awesome place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurimas B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

I have good time, very nice place
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend getaway

Amazing views.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kate V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family getaway

We had an excellent time staying at this property for a long weekend. It was great access to door county delights, but a quiet, peaceful spot for relaxing. The Lakeview is incredible!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

It just happened that the Aurora borealis was going on while we were. What an amazing spot to see it! The owners were very responsive and gave clear instructions. We had such a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing, quiet, right on the water.

We really enjoyed our stay. My husband and I were there for a relaxing getaway for his birthday. The property was right on the water with beautiful views. The owner was very responsive and had everything you might need. The property was clean and the outside had lots of seating and a fire pit with firewood provided. Easy check in and check out. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Family Cottage

We truly enjoyed our stay at Dana’s Rocky Shores Cottage! The cabin offers amazing views of the lake, ample room for our family, great amenities, and was within a short drive to town! We would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent getaway

This property was excellent. Beautiful lakeviews from the house and deck/campfire right on the water. It was a little too chilly to swim when we were there, but if you don't mind getting over the rocks it would be doable. One night was very windy so I was worried it would always be windy pointing north, but there were other days with almost no wind and very calm water. Very well appointed kitchen with some hotel level basics like coffee pods, sugar, creamer, honey. Everything you need for dishwashing, laundry, starting a fire. The set up with the separate bunkhouse (with one full and one twin bed) allows for different guest configurations, either a separate couple or the kids would make sense, but there is only the main bathroom in the house which is the main limitation of this property. A slight drive to sturgeon bay but it was nice driving on rural roads (for me atleast this is rural). There is a pack and play with bassinet attachment which was very handy for us, but note there are no bassinet sheets in the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolynn D., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

The home is beautiful and the location is stunning. Everything in the house was so organized it and it was decorated so nice! The hosts were very helpful. Great stay and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice Cabin

Lovely location on Lake Michigan in Door County, Wisconsin. Cabin and bunkhouse are well furnished and well organized.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

C. H., Naperville, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Super views for nature lovers. Home offering lovingly thoughtout amenities

We really enjoyed our stay at this meticulously thought out property. The well organized kitchen was particularly helpful in preparing as many meals as we did. Our party included our 14 year old twins and 20 year old. All boys. They kayaked, fished, swam and enjoyed roasting marshmallows over the fiirebowl. Our one son caught several fish from one of the kayaks. We particularly liked the seclusion with easy access to Sturgeon Bay if you want go into town. It leaves room for many options.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024