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Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck)

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Front of the house
Outdoor fire pit (Solo Stove) with chairs
Exterior
Brand new deck!
outdoor gas fire place

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Potawatomi State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Door County Historical Museum
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Sturgeon Bay, WI (SUE-Door County Cherryland)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Loft Bedroom

3 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck)

Clean, bright and airy home on Sherwood Point, nestled amongst the trees just 15 mins., West of Sturgeon Bay in the Town of Nasewaupee - across the street from the Sherwood Point Lighthouse.

Fully equipped 2 Bedroom (a Queen Bed in the Master Bedroom and 2 Queen Beds in the Loft). In the Large Loft there is an additional Queen Blow-Up Bed. 1 roomy full bathroom provides ample space and includes washer/dryer within. Home includes forced air heat/air conditioning, washer/dryer, dishwasher, fridge, full-sized oven/range, and microwave. At the footsteps of upper Door County!

Property manager

Tom Brolin
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Welcome to stay, but smoking must be outside.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Sturgeon Bay

Located in Sturgeon Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Potawatomi State Park, while Door County Maritime Museum and Margaret Lockwood Gallery are cultural highlights. The Garden Door and The Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sturgeon Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Potawatomi State Park - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Door County Maritime Museum - 17 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 17 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Door County Historical Museum - 18 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Sunset Park Beach - 20 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Up Brewing - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hong Kong Buffet - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck) located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps away from Sherwood Point Lighthouse and Lake Michigan. Hi-Cliff Park is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

brandon t.

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

GREAT GET AWAY

Loved the house and the area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill N.

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

Quiet and relaxing stay

A wonderful location that is perfect to relax yet close enough to everything Door County has to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla B.

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

Nice weekend getaway

We had a nice relaxing time in Idlewild. The house was clean, in a quiet area, and near a light house and water access that we enjoyed walks to. Would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Great stay!

Nice getaway for week!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent G.

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

Great Home Away From Home

Nice, quiet and secluded refuge away from the hustle and bustle, but close enough to easily venture into Sturgeon Bay and upper Door County.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth M.

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

Short break

Quiet and peaceful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

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

Wisconsin Getaway

What a wonderful house! Beautiful and spacious with everything you need! We thoroughly enjoyed out stay and will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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

Great Place!

An excellent cabin to stay on the bay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ Kris G.

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

Quiet, friendly neighborhood

Nice, comfortable house in quiet neighborhood. House has everything you need. Would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

We absolutely loved it

Fantastic house with all the amenities. Close enough to all of the key hotspots (Egg Harbor, Fish Bay, Sturgeon Bay) yet had the seclusion we were looking for. We absolutely loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

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

Relaxing

Me and the wife had a nice relaxing get away to door county for our anniversary! Will definitely be coming back again. Super easy working with Tom and renting this beautiful home for the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonja S.

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

Great hideaway!

The ultimate stay for a “mature” girls weekend. Exceptionally clean and pleasant. Short walk to the public beach where we enjoyed the sunsets. My first Vrbo. I hope future Vrbo stays are as good as this one!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suza B.

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

Fall Stay

This home was perfect for a Birthday Fall Getaway to see the sights of Door County. It was especially appreciated that our pup could join, so Thank You! We loved relaxing by the fire after a day of adventure (brought our own logs, but the house had fire starters which was so helpful!) and would have used the outdoor fire as well, but it was too windy. Loved the secluded location, and nearness to the lighthouse area which we explored in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie A., Minneapolis MN

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

Delightful accommodations and location

Loved our time here, great location, great space for family of 4, very well stocked kitchen which was very handy. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

B. R.

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

Good property

Everything as stated in listing, would return
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariann K.

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

Great stay

It was a great stay in a wonderful house. It is quite and relaxing tucked away in the woods.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

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

Very quiet secluded area

A great place to go for a peaceful relaxing vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaren F.

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

Wonderful Location

Love door county and this place is nestled beautifully in the area. The drive in really makes you feel secluded and the area was beautiful to stay in!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Great stay!

House and location was great. Perfect spot to watch the sunset about a block away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

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

Great place to getaway

The house and location were great. The house had all the amenities we needed for our week away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

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

Fantastic House

We have stayed in many VRBOs and I will say this had the best appointed kitchen. There were sharp knives, plenty of cutting boards, and every size pot and pan available. There was a toaster oven, instant pot ( with an air fryer lid)…you name it and it’s probably there. We saw lots of wildlife around the house and really enjoyed the large porch. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug G.

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

Relaxing and peaceful

This was our second visit to Idlewild By the Bay and we had a wonderful time. The yard and deck is very quiet and relaxing. Amazingly there weren’t many mosquitoes so we were able to enjoy sitting on the deck. The hosts are very responsive and the house had everything we needed. Definitely returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Great location and quiet

We had a great time! The house was perfect for our weekend away. We saw a lot of wildlife right in the front yard too. Great location close to town and peacefully quiet. We will definitely stay here again next time we come up! Host was very accommodating in us bringing our dogs too. Thank you thank you!! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Perfect

Great location & very clean. Couldn't of had a better stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooks W.

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

Peaceful

Peaceful, clean, comfy. Great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tom Brolin

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We are a young couple from Southeast Wisconsin and we just bought this second home to enjoy with our two daughters, fulfilling our dream of having an amazing place to get away for a respite when desired.

Why they chose this property

We found this property when walking with our brother/brother-in-law (who is just down the road right on the Bay) and ran into the original owners/builders of the property when it wasn't even for sale! They were so proud of their home they mentioned they may be interested in selling - since it was the second home of our dreams, well maintained, and near family, it was a match made in happy. Not to mention it's SO close to all the amenities Door County has to offer!

What makes this property unique

The home is nestled on a hillside in the wonderful wilderness on Sherwood Point near Potawatomi State Park and Idlewild golf course. Almost daily we are greeted by dear watching us through the windows while enjoying our coffee. A local tavern with excellent food (Johnny G's Fishing Hole) is within walking distance and their fish fry on Fridays and prime rib on Saturdays is outstanding! Sturgeon Bay is nearby with excellent shopping at some of our favorite stores including: Bliss Marketplace, Northern Territory, Bayside Bargains, Door County Antiques and Consignment Mall, Cornucopia, and T. Simon Jewelers! Excellent restaurants: Inn at Cedar Crossing, Trattoria Dal Santo, Kick Coffee, 5 and J Coffee to name a few!

Languages:

English

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