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Located in the heart of Ephraim, WI, Harbor House Guest Cottage offers a cozy retreat with a large screened-in back porch and fully equipped kitchen. Unwind by the private outdoor fire pit or explore Door County's picturesque landscape on one of our 4 kayaks.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 784 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Harbor House Cottage located in the heart of Ephraim!

  • Welcome to the Harbor House Guest Cottage, located in the heart of Ephraim, WI!

    Ephraim, with its sparkling harbor and picturesque landscape, is undoubtedly the crown jewel of Door County's bayside villages. That's where you'll find the the Harbor House Guest Cottage, located on a quiet side street at 9801 Brookside Lane.

    Our two-bedroom Guest Cottage sleeps a maximum of 5 people - 1 queen bedroom, 1 bunk bedroom (with a full bed on the lower bunk and a twin bed on the top bunk) and one full-size pullout sleeper sofa in the living room.

    The cottage features a large screened-in back porch and has a fully equipped kitchen (with new refrigerator and stove), comfortable living room and dining room, bathroom (fully renovated in Spring 2018) and small front deck. Our cottage also provides a 32" SmartTV as well as hi-speed WiFi.

    All beds have pillows, bedspreads, blankets, sheets, pillowcases and mattress pads. Bath towels are also provided.

    In addition, we provide our guests with use of a Weber charcoal grill, a private outdoor fire pit, Adirondack chairs and use of 4 kayaks. For those with toddlers, a pack-and-play crib and high chair are available.

    The Harbor House Guest Cottage is conveniently located approximately two blocks from the Ephraim public beach at 9801 Brookside Lane in Ephraim, WI.

    Our family loves all that Door County and Ephraim has to offer. We hope you'll make the Harbor House Guest Cottage a part of your next visit to the peninsula!

    Parties (and decorating for special events) is not permitted. Smoking is prohibited. Pets are not allowed.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Village of Ephraim Ordinances: - Fireworks are not permitted. - Discharge of firearms is prohibited. - Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
- Animals must be leashed - Do not exceed the number of people your rental is allowed. - No temporary lodging (tents, RVs, campers) are permitted.
- Fire pits are strictly in designated areas. - No street parking allowed. - Charcoal grilling on a deck is prohibited. - Garbage in designated area.

Pets

Pets not 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Harbor House Cottage located in the heart of Ephraim! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Harbor House Cottage located in the heart of Ephraim!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Harbor House Cottage located in the heart of Ephraim!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Harbor House Cottage located in the heart of Ephraim!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Harbor House Cottage located in the heart of Ephraim! located?

This family-friendly Ephraim cottage is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Eagle Harbor and Lake Michigan. Ephraim Public Beach and Peninsula State Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 170 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a very nice place to stay! Love location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Isaak

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect and the hospitality was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for our needs!

Comfortable, quiet, and well stocked. Great hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kameron F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was very clean. Kitchen had everything we needed. It was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay! Really appreciated the no/low fragrance use by the cleaning crew. Really cute cottage that was clean and comfortable! For dietary reasons, my husband and I cook our own food, which was easily done in the kitchen. Loved the back porch for morning coffee and breakfast! Would stay here again if we're back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!! Location is awesome! Having four bathrooms and two kitchens for a group of twelve women is amazing!! Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

Nice little property close to restaurants, shopping and beach area. Very clean and great communication with the owner. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd time here

This was our second time staying at the Harbor House. It’s in a great location and quiet. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway Weekend Place!

Super clean, comfy, and cute! We loved this rental - from sitting in the screened in porch, to walking to local shops, to cooking in the well equipped kitchen. The owners made sure to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Would recommend 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, cozy & great location

Great place to stay! Hosts were very helpful and cottage was in a great location. Loved the back porch and screened in gazebo. Pull out couches are not the most comfortable for adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

megan h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Nice location and quiet setting. Easy to get to and plenty to do in the area. We enjoyed our stay:) Owners were thoughtful and checked in to ask if we had any questions upon arrival. Nice cottage. Everything was as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very attentive host, cozy cottage!

Our family of three had a wonderful week exploring the area, and making this cottage our home. Very cozy, and walking distance to the public beach for daily sunset swims. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute & Cozy

Great place to stay close to many towns! Cozy and very clean. Cabin had everything we needed. Nice outdoor fire pit. In a quiet and peaceful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Respite from Chicago

It was a cute cottage with all the amenities. Quiet and peaceful area. Cute back screened in porch…Gazebo…fire pit…minutes from Sister Bay and Fish Creek…would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location-clean house

We loved our stay. Wonderful couple of day with the sisters! Perfect location and close to everything. Clean house with everything we needed. We would come again! Next time when it’s warmer so we can kayak, bike and swim.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenni N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for girls weekend

Worked perfectly for 3 friends as a central location to experience all the fun things in the area. House was very clean and well kept, and had everything we needed. Walkable distance to restaurants and the waterfront. We are planning to come back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marathon weekend stay!

Had a great stay at the Harbor House cottage! We were in town for a half marathon at Peninsula Park which was less then two miles! The place was clean and felt welcoming! We will be back in the future and will hopefully have a chance to use the kayaks, fire pit and gazebo all available for use!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite and convenient

Out of the way of all the crowds but close enough to easily walk to stores, beach and restaurants. Communication with owners was terrific. Cottage was great, perfect setup for small family. Loved that kayaks, kayak carts and equipment were available for us to use, only a short walk to beach. Definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ephraim cottage

We loved our time spent here. The cottage was clean and the perfect size for our two-person getaway (could also fit up to 7 comfortably), had everything we needed, and was in a great location! Our hosts were easy to communicate with and very helpful/friendly. Would absolutely stay here again and recommend to anyone who is looking for a fun and scenic trip to Door County! We are returning refreshed and rejuvenated.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So close, and yet so far away!

This charming little cottage in Ephraim is less than a 7-minute walk from the town beach and less than a mile from Wilson's Ice Cream parlor. Even though it's just off the main drag, the setting is surprisingly quiet and peaceful. The screened porch and fire pit make it extra special.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

We had a wonderful stay at the Harbor House cottage! It had everything we could possibly want or need! The cottage decor and spaces were perfect! The beds were comfy & everything was clean and accommodating to us in every way! Randy checked in with us both upon arrival & departure through text. Close to everything in the DC-perfect “middle spot” to drive up or down the peninsula to go see everything. Would definitely stay here again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Fall Get Away!

This cottage had the best location in Door County. We could walk to the town. A Very short walk to Lake Michigan and beautiful sunsets. Peninsula State Park was only 3 miles away . The owners were fabulous with our check in! I would highly recommend this quaint cottage with a beautiful gazebo to enjoy nature. Every night the owls were hooting away…..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Nikki C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Cottage Guest House

Great spot in Ephraim. Owner called to check in on us, and check-in was super easy. Perfect little place for our family of 4. Had our own fire pit area as well. The big main house can we rented separately as well, but we got lucky and it wasn't rented when we were there. Kitchen is well stocked, all dishes and glasses glass/porcelain. Beds are firm. Overall great experience. Only rated a 4 for the beds and a few ants in the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mostly good

Stayed for a long weekend as a family of 5. The cottage was cozy, but comfortable. It has everything we needed for our stay and included some cute and thoughtful touches. The cottage did, however, have a funny smell. Maybe it was musty? Not sure, but it was definitely noticeable whenever you walked in. It was also cooled with 2 AC window units in each of the bedrooms, which were effective but noisy. Overall it was still a good stay, just a few things that might make me look for a different place next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy cottage. Great location, just a short walk to the public beach and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025