Waterfront Home in Door County - Owl's Nest
Cottage in Door County, WI
9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
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About this cottage rental
Embark on your next Door County adventure at The Owl's Nest, brought to you by Simple Life Rentals! Nestled at the end of a secluded road, this private year-round retreat boasts 185 feet of rugged lakefront along Sand Bay (on the Green Bay side of Lake Michigan). Embrace the tranquility of a wooded lakeside haven, flanked by neighbors on just one side, offering the ultimate setting for unwinding and rejuvenating.
With 4 bedrooms and three full baths, this home invites family gatherings to create cherished memories. In winter, watch ice fishing right from the comfort of home. Come summer, bask in the sun on the dock or unwind in the expansive screened-in porch. Bring along your kayaks or canoes and set sail from the shore to explore the bay's wonders at your leisure.
Savor breathtaking sunsets painting the water in hues of gold and crimson, a perfect finale to each day spent at The Owl's Nest. We can't wait to host you!
**This home is located in a quiet community with neighbors and is geared toward quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of neighbors, we cannot accommodate reunions, bachelor or bachelorette parties or other rowdy gatherings.
This property is equipped with a decibel monitoring sensor located inside and outside of the home. Please do not remove or tamper with the devices.
Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #27-56-2622-07
Please be aware that you must sign a terms and conditions agreement, which will be sent to you separately, to finalize your reservation.
About the space:
* Sleeps up to 9
* 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms
* No Central Air Conditioning, has 2 small fans
* No Pets
* Wi-Fi (due to the rural nature of Door County, WIFI and cell phone coverage and service can vary)
* Cell reception is spotty/ not strong
* 1 Samsung Smart TV w/Blu Ray Player in main living area. Guests can log into own streaming services
* No Cable or Satellite TV services
* Washer and Dryer
* Iron and Ironing Board
* Portable High Chair, Pack N Play
* Books and games
* Gas Fireplace
* Filtered drinking water faucet by Culligan
Sleeping Accommodations:
Bedroom #1: Main Level, King size bed, ceiling fan, hangers, extra pillows and blankets
Bedroom #2: Main Level, 3- twin size beds, room-darkening shades, hangers, extra pillows and blankets
Bedroom #3: Upper Level, 1 Full size bed and 1 Twin size bed, TV (not a smart TV, no local channels, but can connect gaming equipment), hangers, extra pillows and blankets
Bedroom #4: Upper Level, Queen size bed, ceiling fan, hangers, extra pillows and blankets
Kitchen Amenities:
The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, blender, and traditional coffee maker.
The kitchen is also stocked with pots and pans, baking sheets, grill utensils, dishes, silverware and wine glasses.
Bathrooms:
Bathroom #1: Main Level, Full w/Shower Only- No Tub, Hair Dryer
Bathroom #2: Main Level, Full w/Shower Only- No Tub, Hair Dryer
Bathroom #3: Upper Level, Full w/Shower and Tub, Hair Dryer
Outdoor Area:
Firepit- Guests bring firewood. To avoid spreading tree killing insects or diseases PLEASE buy or bring local firewood.
6 Patio Chairs
Gas Grill
Outdoor Games: Bean bags, Yardzee, Croquet
Water Access:
Waterfront Property- Rocky shoreline. Shallow rocky area where you can wade into the water near the dock. Water is shallow off the dock, maybe 4-5 ft deep at the end of the dock
Dock installation dates vary.
Dock is NOT suitable for docking a boat or any other watercraft due to the frequent high winds and waves in the bay.
Owner recommends Wave Pointe marina, which is right next to the public boat launch as it offers daily slip rentals as well as a swimming pool. This marina is 4.6 miles from the property.
Surrounding Area:
Door County is full of many amazing things to see and do! We recommend you check out Destination Door County, and The Visitors' Bureau, to help map out your vacation. "Door County Vacationers" is also a great FB group to join to get recommendations on everything from favorite restaurants, tours, places to rent boats, and things to do.
The Owl's Nest is located 8 miles west of Sturgeon Bay on Sand Bay.
Activity Recommendations:
Idlewild Golf Course, Potawatomi State Park, Haines Beach, Shopping in Sturgeon Bay, explore the Door County Wineries!
Restaurant Recommendations:
Scaturo's Bakery, Baron's Public House, Kitty O'Reillys Irish Pub, Door County Fire Company, Waterfront Mary's
Provided:
Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and bathroom towels are provided. Please bring your own beach towels.
We provide a starter pack of essentials which includes toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap and garbage bags. Due to septic systems, we do not provide facial tissue.
We also supply one each of travel size shampoo, conditioner and bodywash per full bathroom.
Due to health and safety guidelines all pantry items must be removed between guests. Please bring cooking essentials you might need such as cooking oil/spray, salt, pepper and other spices, sugar, etc.
With 4 bedrooms and three full baths, this home invites family gatherings to create cherished memories. In winter, watch ice fishing right from the comfort of home. Come summer, bask in the sun on the dock or unwind in the expansive screened-in porch. Bring along your kayaks or canoes and set sail from the shore to explore the bay's wonders at your leisure.
Savor breathtaking sunsets painting the water in hues of gold and crimson, a perfect finale to each day spent at The Owl's Nest. We can't wait to host you!
**This home is located in a quiet community with neighbors and is geared toward quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of neighbors, we cannot accommodate reunions, bachelor or bachelorette parties or other rowdy gatherings.
This property is equipped with a decibel monitoring sensor located inside and outside of the home. Please do not remove or tamper with the devices.
Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #27-56-2622-07
Please be aware that you must sign a terms and conditions agreement, which will be sent to you separately, to finalize your reservation.
About the space:
* Sleeps up to 9
* 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms
* No Central Air Conditioning, has 2 small fans
* No Pets
* Wi-Fi (due to the rural nature of Door County, WIFI and cell phone coverage and service can vary)
* Cell reception is spotty/ not strong
* 1 Samsung Smart TV w/Blu Ray Player in main living area. Guests can log into own streaming services
* No Cable or Satellite TV services
* Washer and Dryer
* Iron and Ironing Board
* Portable High Chair, Pack N Play
* Books and games
* Gas Fireplace
* Filtered drinking water faucet by Culligan
Sleeping Accommodations:
Bedroom #1: Main Level, King size bed, ceiling fan, hangers, extra pillows and blankets
Bedroom #2: Main Level, 3- twin size beds, room-darkening shades, hangers, extra pillows and blankets
Bedroom #3: Upper Level, 1 Full size bed and 1 Twin size bed, TV (not a smart TV, no local channels, but can connect gaming equipment), hangers, extra pillows and blankets
Bedroom #4: Upper Level, Queen size bed, ceiling fan, hangers, extra pillows and blankets
Kitchen Amenities:
The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, blender, and traditional coffee maker.
The kitchen is also stocked with pots and pans, baking sheets, grill utensils, dishes, silverware and wine glasses.
Bathrooms:
Bathroom #1: Main Level, Full w/Shower Only- No Tub, Hair Dryer
Bathroom #2: Main Level, Full w/Shower Only- No Tub, Hair Dryer
Bathroom #3: Upper Level, Full w/Shower and Tub, Hair Dryer
Outdoor Area:
Firepit- Guests bring firewood. To avoid spreading tree killing insects or diseases PLEASE buy or bring local firewood.
6 Patio Chairs
Gas Grill
Outdoor Games: Bean bags, Yardzee, Croquet
Water Access:
Waterfront Property- Rocky shoreline. Shallow rocky area where you can wade into the water near the dock. Water is shallow off the dock, maybe 4-5 ft deep at the end of the dock
Dock installation dates vary.
Dock is NOT suitable for docking a boat or any other watercraft due to the frequent high winds and waves in the bay.
Owner recommends Wave Pointe marina, which is right next to the public boat launch as it offers daily slip rentals as well as a swimming pool. This marina is 4.6 miles from the property.
Surrounding Area:
Door County is full of many amazing things to see and do! We recommend you check out Destination Door County, and The Visitors' Bureau, to help map out your vacation. "Door County Vacationers" is also a great FB group to join to get recommendations on everything from favorite restaurants, tours, places to rent boats, and things to do.
The Owl's Nest is located 8 miles west of Sturgeon Bay on Sand Bay.
Activity Recommendations:
Idlewild Golf Course, Potawatomi State Park, Haines Beach, Shopping in Sturgeon Bay, explore the Door County Wineries!
Restaurant Recommendations:
Scaturo's Bakery, Baron's Public House, Kitty O'Reillys Irish Pub, Door County Fire Company, Waterfront Mary's
Provided:
Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and bathroom towels are provided. Please bring your own beach towels.
We provide a starter pack of essentials which includes toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap and garbage bags. Due to septic systems, we do not provide facial tissue.
We also supply one each of travel size shampoo, conditioner and bodywash per full bathroom.
Due to health and safety guidelines all pantry items must be removed between guests. Please bring cooking essentials you might need such as cooking oil/spray, salt, pepper and other spices, sugar, etc.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Door County, WI
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Loved the screened in porch. Very nice home, great view from the master bedroom. The only improvement would be to mow a path to the pier from the back yard and remow the path from the front yard to the pier. There was poison ivy on the path that was on the side yard.
5.0 / 5.0
Went for a fishing trip and house was very nice and met all needs. We will return and possibly make a family getaway.
5.0 / 5.0
Peaceful setting right on the lake. Property was as good as advertised. Very clean and all amenities worked well. Location was nice if you were looking for a quiet location which we were. Owner was easy to communicate with and responsive. Had a great weekend!
4.0 / 5.0
Nice accommodations for our group of 7. Neighbor Bob super. Gave us more firewood and recommendations. Great sunset view. Place could use updating but clean. Coffee maker took forever to brew- maybe needs descaling?
5.0 / 5.0
This was a great location and right on the water. The place was clean there was plenty of room for the 10 of us.
5.0 / 5.0
Our stay was absolutely amazing! This charming home was clean and equipped with games and such to make for a fun weekend. The host is very reliable and easy to communicate with. The view of the water is spectacular and the location is perfect, slightly secluded and easy to find.
I highly recommend this home for a delightful stay in door county.
5.0 / 5.0
A few updates needed. During our stay we wanted to use the toaster, but it did not work. No big deal but was an inconvenience. The coffee pot was also broken, and the dishwasher leaked. When a storm blew through, they were amazing and getting back to us, when damage occurred.
I would recommend staying here with friends or family. It was beautiful.
4.0 / 5.0
We stayed here to enjoy fall colors in Door County in October 2022. This house has such an amazing view of lake and we can just walk to the lake from patio space. It's very near from Potawatomi state park just about 10 mins drive. It's a bit in secluded area...you need to drive 15-20 mins to find any shops from milk etc but overall it's a great location and nice house. A lot of owls in the hosue as the name suggests :-)
5.0 / 5.0
Our group of 5 women (ages mid thirties to mid sixties) had a blast at this home. It is beautiful, clean, and is spacious. The neighbor is so nice and gave us some great ideas for restaurants and day trips. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
5.0 / 5.0
The screened patio was perfect! The open concept lay out was great for inclusion no matter where you were. No cell reception there for us which made it a great place to disconnect. Wifi was available which still allowed you to connect a bit if you wanted.
Overall, great stay! A bit pricey but we splurged for our family outing. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
5.0 / 5.0
The place was clean, well-stocked with kitchenwares, and beddings, and a dock, firepit, and a screened back patio. A perfect place to watch the sunset, and to hear the waves and birds. The only negative thing was not being able to use the grill since it wasn't ckeaned before our group came, but we did get to use the firepit to grill. If there things needing attention the maintenance staff was there quick to fix. We would recommend this place to rent from again.
5.0 / 5.0
The Owl's Nest was a very tidy and nice property for our family trip with attendees from 70 - 3 years old. Beautiful sunsets and plenty of amenities.
5.0 / 5.0
wonderful lake gateaway!
4.0 / 5.0
Overall, a nice place to stay for our weekend in Door County. The waterfront views were beautiful and the fire pit outside was perfect. The house is quite nice and spacious for playing games and relaxing. The next-door neighbor, Bob, was so friendly and knowledgeable about the area. He also offered us water shoes to use and firewood - so nice!
We were aware the place had no A/C but we stayed during a particularly warm/humid weekend in early August and there wasn’t as much of a breeze coming from the lake as we expected. The place got pretty hot. We opened windows in the evening but swarms of tiny bugs came through and were drawn towards every light (all doors were closed and there were screens on the windows - we thought maybe the screens weren’t woven tight enough or had holes in places).
4.0 / 5.0
Decent
Nice place and great location. No cell phone service and the dock was not in the water as the pictures showed. Also the porch did not have screens on so could not use that due to mosquitos. There was an unpleasant lady that told us we needed to move our vehicles within a short time after arrival.
5.0 / 5.0
Nice place
Nice spot by lake
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Door County?
The average price for a rental in Door County is $293 per night. This rental is $31 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Waterfront Home in Door County - Owl's Nest. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Waterfront Home in Door County - Owl's Nest pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Waterfront Home in Door County - Owl's Nest?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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