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Located in the heart of Door County

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Charming home with lots of yard space & fire pit all surrounded by nature.
Exterior
Enjoy a stunning Door County sunrise or sunset from the sunroom!
Enjoy these lovely spring flowers with your morning coffee on the deck. 🌻
Fire pit and spacious yard

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sister Bay, WI
  • Sister Bay Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sister Bay Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Waterfront Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Menominee, MI (MNM-Menominee-Marinette Twin County)
    ‪151 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Located in the heart of Door County

Welcome to the Nordic Hearth Cottage, a charming, historic three bedroom log home! This beautiful getaway with newly restored fireplace is set on an acre of land on Townline Drive, equidistant from the villages of Ephraim and Sister Bay, and right in the heart of Door County. Find shopping, restaurants, galleries, and a spa within steps of Nordic Hearth Cottage. By car, our central location on the peninsula puts our guests only minutes away from beaches, wineries, trolley tours, dozens of outdoor activities, and the breathtaking scenery that Door County has to offer!
Full of natural light and whimsical Scandinavian touches, this cozy cottage combines old world charm with all the comforts of home. Towels and bed linens are provided, and the newly remodeled bathroom is stocked with bar soap, toilet paper, and a hair dryer. Each of the bedrooms has a dresser and spacious closet, so unpack and make yourself at home! The kitchen is equipped with everything you need to prepare and serve home-cooked meals, and the open dining concept makes the space perfect for family gatherings. Stock up on groceries from the Piggly Wiggly just two miles from the cottage in Sister Bay, and help yourself to the tea and coffee we’ve already provided!
Nordic Hearth is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy some time away from it all. Get comfy in the living room and browse satellite TV channels (or Chromecast ) or spend quiet time in the sunroom, (enjoy fantastic views of the sunrise/sunset!!), get lost in a book; or take in the beautiful surroundings as you lounge on the deck. The property’s large yard is the perfect place to make the most of Door County summer nights and stargaze away from city lights. Or, if you visit us in the winter, spend your evenings cozied up by the wood-burning stone fireplace- newly renovated. We also provide books, DVDs, and board games for rainy days. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or booking requests. I am happy to accommodate you and hope to make your next Door County visit the best one yet!

Property manager

Julia T.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
High chair available upon request
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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
Please do not invite other people into the home who are not mentioned on the reservation. Additional fees will be applied to any violations.
Please do not park vehicles on the lawn. If additional space is needed, just ask! Room in driveway for up to 4 vehicles.
If something gets damaged or broken during your stay, please report it to avoid additional fees.

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

About the area

Ephraim

Located in Ephraim, this holiday home is on a lake. Frykman Studio Gallery and Francis Hardy Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bay Ridge Golf Course and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Egg Harbor Fun Park, or check out an event or a game at Peg Egan Performing Arts Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Sister Bay Marina - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Sister Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Waterfront Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Ephraim Public Beach - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Peninsula State Park - 10 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skip Stone Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato Sister Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wilson's Ice Cream Parlor - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato Wood-fired Pizza and Grille - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Located in the heart of Door County pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Located in the heart of Door County?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Located in the heart of Door County?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Located in the heart of Door County located?

This family-friendly Ephraim holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay Ridge Golf Course and Lake Michigan. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Eagle Harbor are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Great stay again

We had a great time! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna G.

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

Beautiful House!

This house is gorgeous and very cozy, it was a great place to stay. The host was very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis L.

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

Sister Bay Cottage

Perfect place for our family of 5. Everyone loved the house and Julia was very prompt with any questions we had. Perfect property for a long weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

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

Good Communication, Welcoming Stay

Owner did a great job communicating during our stay and the house was very welcoming and centrally located between Ephraim and Sister Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Family Annual Vacation with adult children

Beautiful cottage perfect location. Well equipped kitchen. Loved the outdoor fire pit and the sunroom in the house. We really enjoyed our stay. Need to be aware there are no A/C vents in the upstair bedrooms and it can get very hot in the summer. Not sure this was on the listing. The last night it got so hot upstairs window upstairs had to be opened. The only other issue was the master bed broke where the laminated railing connected to a metal bracket that fit in a slot in the railing. Called owner and advised it broke when my wife and I first got into bed to read.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

The coziest cottage

Julia’s cottage is truly the coziest and cutest property we have stayed at in Door County! It is very accommodating for families, especially ones with young children! It’s in a perfect location and Julia was very quick to respond to any questions we had. We highly recommend staying here, you won’t regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

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

Vacation

Great comfortable property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Amazing property

Great owners and great location. Easy access to Sister Bay, Ephraim and Bailey’s Harbor. Everything about the rental was top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DOUGLAS G.

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

Nordic Cottage

Well kept interesting cottage suitable for families such as ours.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Cozy cottage!

Julia was a fantastic host and we loved the property! The cottage was so cute and had an extremely well stocked kitchen. We loved the personal touch of fresh flowers in the rooms as well! Everything was wonderful with our stay and we would highly recommend this stay to anyone looking to explore door county.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Best place to stay in door county

Thank you so much for an amazing stay! We love the cabin — the lovely decor and beautiful spaces. It always has everything we need and you are always so helpful! Perfect for every season!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Wonderful!

We absolutely loved staying at the cottage! My wife, son, and I enjoyed the cozy fireplace, and the place had everything we needed! The cottage is beautiful and well maintained. It is in a great location to access the state parks and the hosts were wonderful! We will definitely return! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

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

Charming, Clean, and Cozy Cottage

Very nice house that was perfect for a relaxing family weekend in Door County. The house has a lot of historic charm, is very well decorated, and has a nicely updated bathroom and kitchen. You will feel right at home. Host is very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

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

Best Time at this Door County Cottage!

The cottage was clean and beautifully decorated! Julia left clear and easy to follow check-in and check-out instructions. The cottage is located in the heart of Door County, so we were able to explore the downtown areas of several towns, rent bikes, and go hiking, all without spending a lot of time in the car. We had the best time and hope to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy H., Moline, IL

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

Charming cottage in a great location

A lovely, comfortable, quiet, well-stocked, exceeding clean cottage in a great location! Close to restaurants, shopping, lighthouses and more. My friends and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

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

Labor Day Wedding in Door County

Great place, great weather, great wedding, great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucia M.

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

First Vacation in DC

We enjoyed our first stay in DC in this home. The home was fully equipped with all the essentials, was clean, and in a great location close to many attractions but far enough that it was quiet and pleasant. We enjoyed sitting by the fire pit at night . Julia was very responsive and nice. Recommend this place especially for families with young children.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

Great location and very comfortable

Host went out of their way to create a home that felt very easy to live in, comfortable and inviting. Great location, very quiet. We really enjoyed the sunroom in the morning and cozy family room at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

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

Sister trip

This house was a wonderful place to stay with my sister and our kids. Beds were comfortable, kitchen had everything you would need, house was clean and well maintained. We enjoyed coffee on the front porch each morning, it was fun to see the hummingbirds eating from the feeder. We enjoyed bonfires and star gazing at night. The neighborhood was quiet but close to a few fun things (mini golf, shops, farmers market). I’d stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Perfect Door County Cottage

We had a great time and the property exceeded every expectation for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Cozy retreat

I fell in love with this charming cottage immediately. I only wish I would have booked a longer stay. You will not regret staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy P.

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

Great location 😊

This house is in an awesome central location. We were able to rest & relax comfortably between outings. Great vacation. Thanks Julia 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Family Reunion in DC

This property was in a great location- just minutes to both downtown Ephraim & Sister Bay! The home was more charming in person than the photos show. We loved the live plants and fresh wildflowers placed throughout the home. The kitchen was well-equipped & the bathroom had plenty of towels for our group of 6. Our only (mild) problem was the lack of A/C ventilation upstairs so the upstairs bedrooms would stay toasty while the downstairs very cool. Also will note that the stairway going to the upstairs was a little bit steep for older people and tall people will have to duck at the bottom to avoid hitting their head. Overall we had a great time & would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

Love, love love!!

My friend and I stayed in this beautiful home for the weekend while visiting Door County! The home was part of why we had such a wonderful weekend. It is so comfortable, beautifully decorated and had everything we needed to relax. We plan to return to Sister Bay and stay in this lovely home again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Wonderful cottage in Door County!

We had a wonderful first trip to Door County! Julia is responsive, kind and helpful! The cottage was tastefully decorated with a cozy feel and is in a great location. We would love to come back for a visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julia T.

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Longtime lover of Door County, with lots of my family in the area. I am grateful to be able to share my home and this space with others to appreciate all that this area has to offer!

Why they chose this property

An absolute beautifully restored historical home set in the heart of Northern Door County. Quiet and private setting, yet close to the wonderful array of activities the area has to offer. Wonderful, expansive yard and plenty of trees and flower gardens to enjoy throughout the different seasons.