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Door County Cabin on the Water

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Nestled near Sawyer Harbor, this charming cottage/cabin offers a serene retreat. Explore the nearby Potawatomi State Park and Idlewild Golf Course or enjoy activities like fishing, kayaking, or canoeing on site. With a boat launch and port for small boats, fire pit by the creek for s'mores nights and wildlife views from the back patio area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Door County Cabin on the Water

This is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage/cabin on the navigable creek just off of Sawyer Harbor. Right down the road from Potawatomi State Park and Idlewild Golf Course. This location is 10 minutes from downtown Sturgeon Bay. Just a short drive to wineries and other Door County fun! There is a boat launch and a boat port on the property, so bring your boat if you'd like (small boats only)! Great fishing area for walleye, northern and musky! We have 2 single kayaks and one 17' canoe available for rent! We also have 4 adult mountain bikes and 2 adolescent bikes available for rent! Please inquire for more details on the rental equipment. Our fire pit down by the creek makes for a great night of s'mores and pudgy pies. Our back patio area is also great for enjoying the sunset and awesome wildlife views.

There is a queen bed, full bed, four twin beds (2 bunk beds) and one pull-out couch. Our home can sleep up to 6 adults and 4 children.
No cleaning fish in the house.
No bachelor/bachelorette parties.
No pets of any kind.
Please be aware that cell service is not the best in our area. We do have WiFi!

We have a 22" charcoal grill onsite for guests to use. Grill brushes and utensils are provided. You must bring your own charcoal. Please clean grill grate after each use.

We are asking that guests please use the public boat launch down the road if the ground leading to our launch is noticeably very wet and soft due to the water level being high -or- if the water level is too low.

One small bundle of firewood per night is included; also feel free to burn as many sticks from our brush pile as you would like.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Log Cabin House on the Water
Log Cabin House on the Water (Waterfront) Sturgeon Bay
Log Cabin House on the Water (Waterfront) Private vacation home

About the area

Located in Sturgeon Bay, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Michigan and Potawatomi State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Door County Maritime Museum and The Garden Door. The Farm and Plum Loco Animal Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Sturgeon Bay travel guide
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Sturgeon Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Overlook of a Forest at Potawatomi State Park in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Beautiful Forest at the shore of Lake Michigan in Mid-May in Door County
    Potawatomi State Park
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • silhouette
    Egg Harbor Beach
    39 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Horseshoe island in Door County ablaze in Fall Colors..
    Peninsula State Park
    47 min drive - 58.0 km
  • Mother and daughter sitting on a small dock in Sister Bay in Door County, Wisconsin
    Sister Bay Beach
    59 min drive - 73.8 km
  • Whitefish Dunes State Park
    37 min drive - 35.2 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    14 min drive
  • McDonald's
    18 min drive
  • Stone Harbor Resort & Conference Center
    16 min drive
  • 5th and Jefferson Coffee House
    16 min drive
  • Starboard Brewing Company
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Door County Cabin on the Water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Door County Cabin on the Water?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Door County Cabin on the Water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Door County Cabin on the Water?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Door County Cabin on the Water located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Potawatomi State Park and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from IdleWild Golf Club. Lake Michigan and Hi-Cliff Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Door County Cabin on the Water Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

Family vacay

This was a great family-friendly place to stay. The location allowed us to be within a pretty close driving distance of the Shrine of our Lady of Champion, several beautiful state parks, cherry picking, etc. Enjoyed renting the kayaks, canoe, and bikes also.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

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

Cozy Retreat

Exactly as described, stayed for work. Clean and quiet, would rent again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Travis M.

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

Nice quiet little gettaway

We didn't get to enjoy the kayaks because the water was too low, but that isn't the fault of the guests. Nice quiet place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Family time

It was great to have a place to connect after long days and play games. Thank you for providing us a space to reconnect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Good experience

The location was great and the house had everything we needed in it and more. We would have loved to have been able to use the fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great summer getaway

We had a great location for relaxing and enjoying activities in Door County while also having downtime at the cottage. It was remote enough to feel out in the country but close enough to all our events. Special bonus to enjoy Kayaks, canoe, campfires, bikes, and grilling. Highly recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Peeps R.

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

Property on stagnant water with green film

The pictures show a prestine home that is older, but very clean and the aerial picture shows a beautiful bay. That is not what we found at this property . We were looking forward to relaxing on beautiful water and kayaking for a few days. What we found was a marshy swamp of water with a greenish film, filled with cattails and the water was not moving at all. If the water is completely stagnant like a marsh, this should have been stated in the description of the property. The water was too gross to even kayak around in. We were shocked given how beautiful the water is around the rest of door country. We ended up leaving the property in the morning and coming back late at night because we didn’t want to be there. In addition the windows, shower and dishes were not clean. When we walked in, we were met with a musty, dusty smell reminiscent of an old folks home. You can see my other reviews online are very positive, so I try to always find the positive in a situation, but given that our experience was so different from the other reviewers, it is only fair to share our experience. I need to mention the notable exception to our experience was that the property does have a great fire pit, which we enjoyed after dark. Property contract was responsive on providing check in information.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie V.

Worked out great for our weekend with the kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jamie b.

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

Quiet house on sawyer bay

Relaxing, cozy and quiet. Host was accommodating and easy to get in touch with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn A., Mundelein, Illinois

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

wonderful vacation.

Perfect forest vibes - the Cyprus Trees are lovely.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

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

Family fun in Door County

We had a nice time exploring Door County from this cabin. It worked great for the family and they had plenty of board games to entertain us several times. The back porch is great for a BBQ and evening meal outside.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim O.

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

Great spot

Quiet well appointed cabin. Nature abounds in the backyard with great deck and fire pit with western views. Sunsets and frogs singing all night. Can’t wait to book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

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

Amazing Location and nice place

This place is on Sawyer Harbor which gives great access to the bay for world class fishing. Rachel was amazing to deal with, even sending me pics to answer specific questions about the property, which was clean and well kept. We will come back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Colin S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Not a bad spot.

Great location although it smelled like mold when we stepped in. It did air out after a day or so. No side effects from my elderly father.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

The mass visit

The property was as listed. We had an issue with the TV not working and a text was sent but there was no response. We did not go there to watch TV so it was not a big problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Raquel S.

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

peace & quiet

This is a perfect cabin for anyone who enjoys fishing and nature. The pier on the property was perfect for our boat to be docked which made it so much easier to go fishing. We enjoyed peace & quiet and the firepit at night making Smores and counting the stars. The downside of this cabin is that it is poorly maintained and it can get hot. You will need the fans because unfortunately most of the windows do not open or have screens .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andy E.

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

Great family getaway & amazing location for the outdoor lovers.

We had a super fun family trip (3 kids, 2 parents, and 2 grandparents). The house is right on the water and less than a quarter mile away opens up into the bay. We went kayaking and canoeing from the house. And less than a half mile from the house are some access paths into Potawatomi State Park, where my wife and I went on some beautiful and fun trail runs. We also brought mountain bikes and went for some family bike rides through the park. About a 4 mile bike ride through the park is a fun restaurant with a water view and beach called Waterfront Mary's. Really fun. And only about a 10 minute drive is downtown Sturgeon Bay with lots of restaurants and shops. We also ventured a little further north into Door County for some short day trips to go hiking and swimming in Lake Michigan. The house was just as advertised. Clean and comfortable with plenty of space for us. We spent most of the time outside since the weather was perfect. My son caught 3 frogs and 1 turtle from the house and we also saw several deer. The kids of course loved the bunk beds and the campfires we had in the big firepit by the water. Rachel was extremely responsive, friendly, and informative. We got very lucky to book this only about 2 weeks before the trip and are happy to be the first renters. I guess this won't be a secret anymore! We would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Kathryn H.

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

Good location

Close to Sturgeon Bay and all of Door County. The house had everything we needed, but a strange layout. Fire pit and view of the wetlands exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Family vacay success

We wanted a space for our family to stay for a long weekend where we could be together, have easy access to waterfront and hiking, but separate from the hustle and bustle. We were not disappointed and appreciated the available games, outdoor gathering spaces, and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey G.

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

Great stay

The owners were great communicators. The listing was as described. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

Peacfully perfect

The quiet, isolated feel of this cozy cabin was perfect for our stay. The availability of kayaks and bicycles is a strong plus. We so enjoyed sunrise/sunset paddling out in the bay as well as biking through the state park into town center amenities. Cabin was cozy and clean with all the amenities and Rachel was a great facilitator/communicator. One suggestion would be screens for the bedroom windows to keep bugs out while enjoying the cool night breezes. Otherwise - FANTASTIC
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Fantastic getaway

We stayed here for a long awaited family trip. The access to kayaking, hiking and biking was great and the location was perfect. The house was just what we were looking for!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Perfect getaway spot

Celebrated 28 year wedding anniversary. Road the GAP trail. Went on a class 2/3 what water rafting and visited Frank Lloyd Wright home. Everything was perfect. House has plenty of room many amenities and perfect location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Waldemar C.

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

A family gateway

Nice and quiet, secluded area with a great firepit that everyone enjoyed. The house could have used a bit more cleaning upon our arrival but it was manageable. 3 separate bedrooms with comfortable beds were a great plus. Overall we have enjoyed our stay there and would come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021