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Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sister Bay, WI
  • Waterfront Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Sister Bay Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Sister Bay Marina
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Menominee, MI (MNM-Menominee-Marinette Twin County)
    ‪150 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️

Downtown Sister Bay~5 minute walk to beach. Tucked away in an unbeatable location, this gorgeous cottage is just steps from downtown Sister Bay and waterfront! Modern Dörr is located on a tranquil wooded lot offering wonderful privacy and natural beauty. Walk to the beach, marina, and Sister Bay’s many fine shops, restaurants and coffee bars. Or choose to stay in and relax with a woodland view on the spacious backyard patio. The outdoor space also serves as a great place to gather with friends and family around the campfire. Step inside and the Scandinavian modern decor and open concept floor plan offers great flexibility and ideal entertaining space for your Door County getaway. Guests will enjoy modern furnishings throughout.

Modern Dörr is the perfect centralized location to explore the Door County Peninsula.
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• 4 mi to Ephraim--Isely Coffee, Wilsons, Chefs Hat, Pearl Wine Bar, Bad Moravian
• 5 mi to Ellison Bay--Island Cider Company, Newport State Park, Mink River, Blue Bear
• 9 mi to Baileys Harbor-- DC Brewing, Sway Brewing, Inland Pizza, Stones Throw Winery
• 9 mi to Fish Creek--Peninsula State Park , Blue Horse, Bayside Tavern
• 15 mi to Egg Harbor-- Hatch Distillery, One Barrel Brewing, Pizza Bros, Macready Artisan Bread Co
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4 cruiser bikes, paddle board, and a kayak available for guests use -- Gas Webber Grill on patio -- Fire Pit w/Chairs -- Yard Games
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Outdoor security cameras are placed outside the home for the safety of the guests & home

Property manager

Sarah Rose
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sister Bay

Located in Sister Bay, this holiday home is in the city centre. Sister Bay Marina and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Peninsula State Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating and other activities like winery tours.
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Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sister Bay Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sister Bay Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Peninsula State Park - 11 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skip Stone Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wild Tomato Sister Bay - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wilson's Ice Cream Parlor - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Husby's - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️ ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️ ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Retreat Downtown Sister Bay ☀️ located?

Located in the heart of Sister Bay, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Waterfront Park and Lake Michigan. Sister Bay Beach and Sister Bay Marina are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

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

Lovely Sister Bay Home

We've stayed at this home 5 times and love it. Nice open layout, great patio space, relaxed setting. Easy access to downtown Sister Bay and activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

New tradition

We spent a 2nd Labor Day weekend at Modern Dorr and had another wonderful experience in Sister Bay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Perfect accommodation for our family

I guess our straight 5-star ratings in every category above pretty much sum it up. This house is spacious, spotless, and comfortable. And lovely! Sarah is a perfect host, answering each communication quickly, and generally being an extremely helpful and accommodating person to work with. We love staying here, and as tempting as it would be to gatekeep "our secret" (ha), we must share the love!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua M.

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

Perfect Location - Cute Cottage

We had a wonderful week in Sister Bay, and very much enjoyed our stay at this property. The location was very walkable to everything we needed or wanted to do. The kitchen was well-equipped, so we did not need to purchase or bring many things for our stay. We did not give it 5 stars, as there were things that, for the price, we would have expected. The floors were dirty (had to wash feet every night before bed), there were household chemicals and cleaning supplies in places where little kids could easily access, we had to supply our own wood for bonfires, etc. These are mostly little things that were relatively easy to take care of. However, I just would not expect to have to do that for this price. All that said, we did enjoy our stay, and you really cannot beat this location for accessibility to downtown Sister Bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

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

Exquisite Experience

Quite honestly, we could not have found a better place to "call home" in Door County nor could we have asked for better hosts. Sarah and Adam's Modern Dorr in Sister Bay was the perfect place to stay, and all we can say is that Sarah and Adam were the type of hosts everyone hopes for -- the communication was great, the welcome tray was much appreciated, the house was well stocked with everything needed, and the spacious accommodations were both clean and comfortable. It was a pleasure waking up there each morning, and when we returned each afternoon/evening from a fun day exploring DC and taking advantage of many of its pleasures, it was wonderful to come back to Modern Dorr. We took full advantage of the property's many amenities -- grilling, the fire pit, relaxing outside as well as inside, using the kitchen to whip up some family favorites. Oh, and before I forget -- the Welcome Book you laid out on the desk provided some great suggestions for all of Door County's hamlets. That was much appreciated. Thank you. :-) Even though we were but a few short blocks from Sister Bay's bustling main street, we were secluded in peace and quiet, which was doubly appreciated after long -- yet fun! -- days exploring Wisconsin's Summer Playground. Thank you, Sarah & Adam. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karoline L.

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

Great!!

We had a fabulous time. Short walk to Sister Bay, nice fireplace, great indoor and outdoor hang out areas for socializing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

Sister Bay family trip

We enjoyed staying at this tastefully updated home. The beds were comfortable & it had so many nice touches like a fire pit, bikes and lots of games! It was situated in a perfect location within walking distance to downtown Sister Bay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Great Family Getaway

From start to finish, Sarah made the process easy and stress free Modern Dorr was as advertised, neat, clean and talk about location! Great central location with a short drive to most activities and walking distance to downtown Sister Bay, the beach as well as coffee and restaurants. Could not have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine m.

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

Great location and property

The house is exactly as described and a short walk into town. We enjoyed our stay and would consider visiting again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Modern and Convenient Door

The property looked exactly like the pictures. The house was about 2 blocks or a 5 min walk to the Main Street in Sister Bay which made it convenient when at the beach or if you needed to go back and get something. We have rented many houses and this one has been the best so far. The beds were comfortable, the house is clean, lots of toiletries provided, the kitchen had everything you would need, bikes, kayak and paddle board. We never thought we were missing anything. The hosts checked in with us and were available for questions. If you are looking for a place to stay while in Door County this it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna R.

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

Sister Bay

We very much enjoyed our stay! We had plenty of room for 4 adults and 2 kids. We loved the easy walk to downtown Sister Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Location was perfect!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Modern Dorr! The location was perfect -- we loved that we could enjoy all that Sister Bay has to offer (beach/waterfront, restaurants, live music, etc.), and after a quick few minute walk we were back to a super private and peaceful "home". The amenities and accommodations didn't lack a thing...absolutely everything we needed (or could think of!) was supplied. Sarah provided recommendations for things to do and places to eat which we also found very helpful. We'd absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Fall Stay in Sister Bay

Modern Dorr was a great location & provided roomy accommodations for our family of 4 during a recent fall stay in Sister Bay. Very clean, had everything we needed, lots of fun board games provided and a friendly and responsive host. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Katie C.

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

Great location, but areas for improvement

The location was fantastic. Place was pelnty big enough for our family of 5, but the place needs a deep cleaning. Furnishing looked either like the cheapest ikea/target options or hand me downs. I myself have plenty from target but coffee table isn’t functional wirh the slabs, couch had huge stains, navy chairs were so low to the ground we’d never use them. Pantry was grungy. My feet were dirty after walking around on floors after an hour in the first day. Like the place had been dusted/swifted but not CLEANED. For the price we paid, I was expecting better.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Excellent Accomodation For Our Family

We are 4 adults and two children, and this house suited us perfectly. Spacious, comfortable, modern kitchen and bathrooms. Lovely outdoor spaces, too. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John Z.

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

Door County Love

My husband and I stayed at this property while visiting Door County and just loved it. It had a modern look and feel with a touch of Swedish essence, but with all the coziness of a cabin tucked in the woods. The amenities within were thoughtful…blow dryer with diffuser, lotion, first aid kit and more in the bathrooms. The kitchen was well stocked with all the essentials so that we didn’t have to go buy bits and bobs. We would back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W., Chicago, IL

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

Sister Bay Scandinavian Charm

We love this home and the modern Scandinavian decor and openness. Perfect set up for a group of friends or family. Great patio space and relaxed setting but also close to all the action in Sister Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

Perfect Labor Day Weekend

Our family (my husband, 9YO son, and parents) stayed at Sarah and Adam's beautiful home over Labor Day weekend. It was the perfect getaway from Milwaukee for a long weekend. The convenient and scenic stroll from Modern Dörr into Sister Bay was the ideal start to each day to fetch coffee and breakfast. Modern Dörr had everything we needed/wanted and more to make our stay memorable. We are already looking forward to our next visit and would heartily recommend the Modern Dörr cottage to anyone looking for a peaceful and comfortable stay in beautiful Sister Bay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

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

Late Summer

Our family enjoyed a week at this wonderful home in late August. Check in was super easy and the home was very clean. The hosts were kind to have a welcome package with coffee and other items to welcome us. As a coffee drinker you can’t ask for more options to prepare your morning brew. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes/utensils, the beds were comfortable, the bathrooms were great and no issues with the WiFi. There is also a nice backyard with seating to enjoy the outdoors. The location is a five minute walk to all there is to offer in Sister Bay, including the beach. The hosts were very responsive to a request to extend the stay. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mike L.

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

Great location

Great location walking distance to Sister Bay. Amazing communication with owners prior to and during stay. Outside area is very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

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

Great house and great hosts

Fantastic, would do again next year
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Fabulous location and outdoor space

Enjoyed our time in Sister Bay. The property location is exceptional as is the outdoor space. Inside, the home is sleek and modern. Everything was clean and to our liking. We had a great visit and highly recommend this home as perfect place to stay in Sister Bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Great stay

My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was very well equipped and comfy. Great location to walk to town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Amazing Sister Bay Vacation

This was our second time staying at this wonderful home! It was another awesome vacation for our family. The house is in a perfect location, an easy walk to get to all of the fun in Sister Bay. Plenty of space for our family of four. We enjoyed being able to make a few meals at the home and also had fun using the fire pit to make S’mores. Easy check in/check out process and great hosts. We would definitely would recommend this home…we are already talking about finding a time to book another stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry G.

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

Everything we wanted and needed

Our family needed a minute to connect, and enjoy time together. This property and its amenities were perfected located and situated for our weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Rose

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Our Door County story began as young children when we would both take the scenic drive up Highway 42 from Green Bay with our families to camp, hike, bike, kayak, and explore the peninsula.

After meeting in 2010, we found out we not only shared a passion for food, travel, and adventure; but also Door County. After several years of vacationing together on the peninsula we make our dream a reality and purchased Modern Dörr Cottage. The name pays homage to Door County's Scandinavian influence and our love for Scandinavian modern design.

We are so happy to host you and share our love for Door County <3

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests