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Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Living area
Fully equipped kitchen and full size appliances makes meal prep easy.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 466.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ephraim, WI
  • Ephraim Public Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Peninsula State Park Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sister Bay Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Menominee, MI (MNM-Menominee-Marinette Twin County)
    ‪146 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort

(Host is fluent in English and ASL)
Door County, Wisconsin is a special place in its own right but Ephraim is a quiet village perfect for families that want to experience a simpler life, for couples that want to keep the flame alive, for outdoor enthusiasts that hike, bike or kayak, for gals that want girl time, for guys that love to boat and fish, and for everyone else in between who wants to feel at home while on vacation.

Your cottage, which is located on the Ephraim Village Cottage resort property in Ephraim, WI, has everything you need to relax, unwind, and reconnect with family, friends, and even make new friends. Morning coffee (coffee maker and filters provided) is even more delicious while sitting on the front deck. Chilly nights are cozy while snuggled up next to the fire place. And meals cooked outside on the Weber charcoal grill at your cottage is even more delicious when enjoyed out on the picnic table. Your kitchen is fully stocked (cookware/dishes/serving ware/fridge/oven/microwave), towels are soft, beds are comfy, and of course your cottage is sparkling clean
is a two bedroom (upstairs - 1 queen/2 twin) and full bath Fireside North is a duplex cottage. Bedrooms and bath are upstairs. Bedrooms are carpeted. The living space boasts laminate flooring, a cozy fire place, television, comfy furniture, heat and AC. This townhouse/cottage overlooks our community fire pit and children’s playground. It shares a deck with the attached cottage but there is a divider and each cottage has its own deck furniture.

From your cottage you can enjoy a starry night with adult beverages or mornings with beautiful birdsongs and hot coffee. Walk two minutes to the Ephraim beach for some sun, sand, swim and sunsets. Join the other guests in our surrounding cottages for stories, laughter and smores around the fire pit which boasts seating for 12 in sturdy rockers that support up to 350lbs (plus a bench that supports up to 500 lbs).

Parking is right next to your cottage. Cottage has a max of 2 vehicles. Boosted WiFi is on the house and is strong enough for a working vacation. Cottage includes two AC units. There is a wall unit in the downstairs living area and a window unit in the queen bedroom. Both bedrooms have table fans. The twin bedroom has windows that open. Cottage has working electric heat for chilly nights. The best part, your cottage is the only cottage that faces the interior of the property. If you have children you can watch them play to their hearts content while you just be.

Safety features in this cottage include: smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detector, motion detection lighting in stairwell, night light, emergency flashlight, fire blanket, fire ladder (in twin bedroom).

SECURITY CAMERA DISCLOSURE: A camera pointed at our garbage dumpsters to stave off illegal dumping by non-guests. A camera pointed at the office driveway to monitor guests arriving for check-in. There is a camera on the main house pointed at the live/wood firepit for safety reasons.

Property manager

Ruann Larson

Languages

English, Local (Sign language)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
No Pets on Beds. No exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
If traveling with your dog, you must take your dog with you when you go out for the day. Do not leave your dog(s) unattended. Dog must be crated.
Dogs are not allowed to sleep on beds. No exceptions! Couch cover provided for couch. $100 additional cleaning fee if dog sleeps on any bed/bedding.
FINE for smoking in cottage or using drugs is $250. If we find drug paraphernalia we call police and file a report.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ephraim

Located in Ephraim, this cottage is on a lake. Peninsula State Park Golf Course and Bay Ridge Golf Course 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Egg Harbor Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ephraim, WI

What's nearby

  • Ephraim Public Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Peninsula State Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Peninsula State Park Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Sister Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Sister Bay Marina - 8 min drive - 6.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Skip Stone Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato Sister Bay - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wilson's Ice Cream Parlor - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wild Tomato Wood-fired Pizza and Grille - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort located?

This family-friendly Ephraim cottage is located on a lake, just steps away from Eagle Harbor and Lake Michigan. Francis Hardy Gallery and Water Street Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debra D.

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

Family getaway to the peninsula.

Summer camp feel about this place. Clean and friendly. Convenient location with short walk to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Emma D.

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

Door county get away

Our annual stay in Door County. First time we stayed in Ephraim. We enjoyed the quiet vibe of the town and your property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

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

Door County Gem

Great location. Not far from all restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Olivia S.

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

Quick stay

Pretty expensive to stay for a couple of days with all the added fees and charges but the home itself and location were very nice. It was clean and a quick walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Stay in Ephraim

Had a nice time. Very clean cottage and owners were very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reed J.

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

Great location, friendly atmosphere.

Nice clean, quiet, and fun area to stay. Great location to the beach and downtown Ephraim. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

As advertised.

The property was clean and neat and was as advertised. Small unit but fit our needs. Close to everything. Everything worked as it should.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

Pleasant cabin in Door County

Super-clean. Comfortable beds. Pleasant grounds. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Summer Vacation

Great location. Walk to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina T.

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

Lovely stay at Shady Rest North

We enjoyed our stay at Shady Rest North! The cottage is updated, clean and location cannot be beat! Rode the back roads to shops and restaurants and enjoyed the beach. Our 9 and 12 year old loved the Badminton right out the front door. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

German R.

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

First trip to Door County

This is a clean and cozy duplex property, you can walk to the lake and nearby restaurants. The hosts are attentive and responsive and want to make sure your stay is pleasant, we received some nice gifts and are grateful for the hospitality. The location is very quiet. Piggy Wiggly and Sister Bay were a short 5 min drive. I enjoyed our short stay over Memorial Day weekend. The weather was not great, cold and rainy. This is a good option for a short stay and/or a first time visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

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

Awesome highly recommend

Easy fast and no Hustle
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E.

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

Great Experience!

This place was perfect for our family. Loved the location, walking distance from beach. Playground was a huge hit with our kids. The place was clean, cozy and comfortable. The whole experience with the owners was great as well. Quick responses, Clear check-in and check-out directions. Also, my girls loved the bucket of crayons and coloring books in their room. Sweet touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Great for a family getaway!

Our time at the shady rest north was nothing short of amazing! Ruann and Daryl were on top of everything! The house was spotless being dog friendly I had expected it to have that pet/cottage odor. It was meticulously clean. They left a smore package for our son with glow sticks to enjoy the fire pit and dog biscuits for our pup. They were prompt in answering questions. Our entire family enjoyed the space. We were able to walk with the pup and toddler to the downtown area, as well as the public beach easily. Will be booking again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellsworth Howard B.

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

Quick response to your request . . .

Overall: well-supplied, comfortable, very clean and well described. I received a financial statement ahead of visit from you and one from Vrbo. Former said wasn't paid, but Vrbo confirmed that it was. Also received clear instructions that we were required to check in before entering unit, but a conflicting set saying door's open, keys inside. ?? Hot air rises, but no A/C in one bedroom—remove storms, keep screens through fall. And remove wall decorations, & wire rack above toilet and 1 washcloth rack, three towel racks + hooks on doors—one useable rack for top to 4 tenants isn't enough. Otherwise, great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lily C.

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

Great place to stay!

When we first arrived, we noticed the coffee filters were missing. Called the number on the frig and someone answered. (I guess I was expecting to talk to an answering machine.) Ruann came over soon after to drop off the filters and along with some homemade cherry jam for the troubles. It was a very thoughtful gesture. Their communication about maintenance happening around the cottages was spot on. I received emails and text messages alerting us to light bulb changes to the deck light and the weed service coming by. We stayed in one of the 2-story cottages. It was awesome - had everything we needed and appreciated the reminder to bring our own cooking oil and tin foil. It was just my boyfriend, dog, and I staying, but I think it would have comfortably fit 2 more people. I definitely recommend staying here and plan to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ruann Larson

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The history of the property you will stay at on your vacation is rich.  The Ephraim Village Cottage property was originally owned by Daryl's grandparents and was part of the Larson Cottages property that is seen from the highway.  In the late 60's Daryl's dad, Roger,  purchased the piece of land that faces Larson Lane, where the Meadowview Cottages sit, and with Daryl's mom Norma, created what was called Meadowview Cottages until the buyout in 2006 by an investor who turned the property into Ephraim Village Cottages.

In 2019 Daryl had the opportunity to bring the property back into the Larson family and on March 5, 2020 it became official.  He is now the third generation owner of the small resort.

Daryl and Ruann live on the property full time as owners and as your hosts.  Daryl has a lifetime of hospitality experience raised on the property and then managing the property for the investor.  Daryl also served as a US Marine.  Ruann is a sign language interpreter by trade and uses her craft to communicate with deaf guests during the vacation season and via remote work during the off season.

Seeing families with children, couples, and friends enjoy their "backyard" on vacation brings them immense joy.  The sounds of children playing on the playground, friends laughing around the firepit, family reunions gathering for a picnic, and smelling delicious food barbequeing on the grills makes the resort come alive in the spring, summer, and fall.  Then in the winter the whole property beds down under a blanket of snow for a long winters nap while Daryl and Ruann think about and put into action plans for upgrades to the cottages and improvements to guest amenities.

Welcome Home to Ephraim Village Cottage.  You are now family.

May your stay be in a peaceful and secure dwelling in an undisturbed place of rest.  Isaiah 32:18.

Your Hosts – Daryl and Ruann Larson

Why they chose this property

Postcard perfect. That is a common phrase used to describe our little Village in gorgeous Door County, WI. We are set back in time when life was simpler, quieter, and peaceful. The night skies are dark and filled with brilliant stars. The mornings are filled with bird songs, fresh crisp air, and beautiful sunlight. Our 3 acres is covered in lush green grass, lots of trees, and many opportunities to simple Be.

Ephraim is a village with a true village feel. Within walking distance you will find a delicious breakfast spot called Good Eggs, homemade fudge at the Door County Confectionery, creamy ice cream at Wilson's Restaurant, and the Best Fish Boil in the entire county at the Old Post Office. You are two minutes away from incredible sunsets, a sandy beach and blocks away from a number of art galleries, quaint shops, and Village historical sites. If the outdoor life is what you crave, Peninsula State Park with its hiking and biking trails is a short car drive from the cottage. Are you a theatre buff? Northern Sky Theatre is located in Peninsula State Park and for movie lovers the drive-in theater with a nightly double feature is right up the road. Want to sight see? Take a Trolley tour. Love wine? Door County has a plethora of wineries with tours and tastings ready for you to enjoy.

What makes this property unique

From our property you can walk on streets with a 25mph speed limit. The main road (Water Street/Hwy 42) also has a 25 mph speed limit but that has a wonderful sidewalk that takes you three blocks the center of our Village. No need to ride. At times there is a horse-drawn carriage that will give guests rides around the village. We have historic properties (Pioneer School House, Fire House Museum, the Anderson Store, and a small Maritime Museum) all within walking distance. If you want to live in a Hallmark movie, you'll love Ephraim. If you want an authentic/original Door County experience, stay with us.

Languages:

English, Local (sign language)