Ellison Bay Retreat: Little House in the Woods

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Guests will love the sunroom as an extra gathering space as well as the views

Back patio is surrounded by woods, and includes a table, chairs and propane grill

Overview
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Ellison Bay, WI

The Clearing Folk School
9 min drive
Sister Bay Marina
10 min drive
Ellison Bluff State Natural Area
11 min drive
Menominee, MI (MNM-Menominee-Marinette Twin County)
144 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Welcome to Little House in the Woods, a charming and secluded retreat nestled in the heart of Ellison Bay, Door County and hosted by Simple Life Rentals. This cozy haven features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, comfortably sleeping up to 6 guests. Perfect for families, friends, or a romantic getaway, this home offers a serene escape surrounded by nature's beauty.

Our home is designed for those who appreciate the quiet beauty of the woods and the gentle sounds of nature. Enjoy your morning coffee in the sunroom, watch the local wildlife from the decks, or take a short, 3-minute stroll to Lake Michigan. With all the comforts of home and the tranquility of a forest retreat, this is the perfect spot to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Book your stay at our charming woodland retreat and experience the "quiet side" of Door County. We look forward to hosting you!

This property is located in a quiet community with neighbors and is geared towards quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of neighbors and municipal restrictions, we cannot accommodate parties at the property including bachelor or bachelorette parties, reunions, weddings, or other gatherings.

Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #32-56-2365-07

Please be aware that you must sign a terms and conditions agreement, which will be sent to you separately, to finalize your reservation.

About the Space:
Sleeps up to 6 maximum guests total
3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
No pets allowed
Internet/Wi-Fi (due to the rural nature of the property, Wi-Fi and cell
phone coverage and service can vary) 
1 Smart TV (great room) with soundbar and streaming services. Guests may log in using their own accounts
Direct TV
Blu Ray player and video library
Dining table with seating for 6
Electric baseboard heat plus heat/AC pump in family room
Gas fireplace in great room
Two portable fans (in each bedroom)
Washer and dryer
Iron
Board games, books, puzzles, children's books and toys and Bluetooth speakers for guest’s enjoyment
*The water for this property is serviced by a well. At times, you may notice sulfur smell in healthy well water. It is recommended you bring drinking water if you have any concerns with this system.

Sleeping Accommodations:
Bedroom #1 (main level): King size bed, room darkening shades, extra blankets
Bedroom #2 (upper level): Queen size bed, ceiling fan, room darkening shades, hangers, extra pillows
Bedroom #3 (upper level): 2 single twin size beds, ceiling fan, room darkening shades, hangers, extra blankets
 
Kitchen Amenities:
The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, stove, oven, food processor, blender and a toaster
A traditional drip coffee maker is provided
Dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, baking sheets, kitchen towels, hot pads, a crockpot, grill utensils, tea kettle, coffee bean grinder, and wine glasses are also at the property
Ice maker is not provided

Bathrooms:
Bathroom #1 (main level): Full bathroom with combination tub and shower, toilet, sink, and hair dryer
Bathroom #2 (upper level): Full bathroom with walk-in shower, toilet, sink, and hair dryer

Outdoor Area:
2 decks
Patio table with 6 chairs
Propane grill (extra propane provided)
3 parking spots available in the driveway
Nearby lot has room to park a boat and trailer
Wagon Trail communicate offers a nearby boat launch which guests may use in summer months to access Rowley’s Bay and Lake Michigan
No garage

Provided:
• Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and bathroom towels are provided. Please bring your own beach towels.
• We provide a starter pack of essentials which includes toilet paper, paper towel, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap and garbage bags. Due to septic systems, we do not provide facial tissue.
• We supply one each of travel size shampoo, conditioner and bodywash per full bathroom.
• Due to health and safety guidelines made by the health department, all pantry items must be removed between guests. Please bring cooking essentials you might need such as cooking oil/spray, salt, pepper and other spices, sugar, etc.

Surrounding Area:
Door County is full of many amazing things to see and do! We recommend that you check out Destination Door County, and the visitor's bureau online, to help map out your vacation. "Door County Vacationers" is also a great FB group to join to get recommendations on everything from favorite restaurants to favorite tours, places to rent boats, and things to do.

A few of our nearby favorites include Newport State Park is just a 5-minute drive and is a certified "dark sky" area which is perfect for star gazing, hiking, and winter activities. Peninsula State Park and Whitefish Dunes State Park offer many outdoor amenities. Sister Bay is a short drive with many dining and shopping options. The peninsula offers a wide range of art galleries, wineries, theatre, and music options.

Property manager

The Simple Life Hospitality

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ellison Bay

Located in Ellison Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area. Linden Gallery and Ellison Bay Pottery Studios are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sister Bay Marina and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ellison Bay, WI

What's nearby

Sister Bay Marina - 10 min drive
Waterfront Park - 11 min drive
Sister Bay Beach - 11 min drive
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 12 min drive
Newport State Park - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪Skip Stone Coffee Roasters - ‬11 min drive
‪Wild Tomato Sister Bay - ‬11 min drive
‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - ‬11 min drive
‪Husby's - ‬11 min drive
‪Chop - Sister Bay - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ellison Bay Retreat: Little House in the Woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ellison Bay Retreat: Little House in the Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ellison Bay Retreat: Little House in the Woods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ellison Bay Retreat: Little House in the Woods located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Linden Gallery and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Lake Michigan. The Clearing Folk School and Ellison Bay Pottery Studios are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

2 Sept 2024

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

Door County Annual Family Stay

Very clean and well stocked property. Decor is very pleasing and interesting; thoughtfully done. Furniture was very comfortable and plenty of seating for our group. Very quiet neighborhood and a good number of wildlife visitors. We enjoyed our stay very much.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten H.

26 Sept 2023

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

Amazing Find in north Door County

From the moment we arrived, the entire family loved the house - even our teenage grandchildren exclaimed! We were very comfortable as the house has a warm, welcoming feeling. The kids enjoyed the sunroom area and we all enjoyed the living room and the deck for family time. The kitchen was well-appointed and had all the necessities to make meals. The bedrooms were comfortable and we slept well. Also, we appreciated being able to do laundry during our stay. We are hoping that next summer we are able to travel to Door County again and will definitely stay here if we return.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

JANET H.

22 Sept 2023

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

Relax amidst the trees

Beautiful and peaceful location surrounding by trees. Plenty of room to spread out both indoors and outdoors. Nicely decorated and well-furnished with just about everything we needed to enjoy our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

17 Sept 2023

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

Late Summer

Our second trip to this cozy home in the woods. Last trip was for Winter fun in February. This time we came in the second week of September thinking we would have summer temperatures. It was fall like temps, colors were just starting. This is a wonderful location if you like nature and relaxed feel and slower pace. Also nothing is far if you want to visit more shops,etc. in fish creek. We took the ferry to Washington Island and enjoyed that day trip a lot. Also there is hiking and night sky viewing at Newport State Park. The home is exactly as advertised very clean, very comfortable. We just love the tranquil vibe here. Thanks again for hosting us!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryPat C.

3 Sept 2023

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

A Great Get-Away

We are musicians and the space was just what we needed for hang time and rehearsal!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacki V.

30 Aug 2023

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

Amazing cozy house in the woods!

Our family loved our 5-day stay at Arica's house in the woods! The house itself is gorgeous and cozy and so, so cool! The sunroom is amazing - it was especially fun to sit out there one afternoon and listen to the rain on the skylights! The table is nice and big, such a great gathering space for meals and games. And the living room is so cool with the high beamed ceiling. Appreciated all the little touches, like having cozy throw blankets, and the very well stocked kitchen with all the utensils, etc. we needed to make meals. My favorite of all the favorite parts, is the outdoor patio with the table & chairs surrounded by tall trees - it feels like you're a million miles away from everything, and yet it's a super easy drive to everything we wanted to do! Thank you Arica so much for creating such a magical place for a getaway!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

26 July 2023

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

Wonderful get away and super cute cabin!

We really enjoyed our stay in Door County. We went for a fishing trip and the cabin was very welcoming to come back to. Had all the amenities we needed and enjoyed our stay very much. Cute cabin nestled in a very secluded and wooded neighborhood with great fireplace to sit around and visit with our friends. Wonderful host, very responsive and readily available. Will definitely be coming back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LINDA A.

11 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Marking our 50th Anniversary with Family and Friends

What a great house for our needs this particular week. We had plenty of room for all our family of five to enjoy each other and get away from each other as desired. Kitchen has every tool and dish and pan you could want for cooking for a group. Close to the bay and on the quiet side of the Peninsula. Would stay here again if the occasion arose.

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tresha N.

21 June 2023

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

Relaxing girls' weekend getaway

We had such a great stay! This property is so cute, and had all the amenities you need. The beds were comfortable, and the location is very quiet and relaxing. Arica is a very responsive, and all instructions from check in to check out were very clear.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly V.

7 June 2023

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

Anmiversary trip

Spent 4 days in Door County at this house. We were celebrating our 40th anniversary with our guys friends who were also celebrating their 40th anniversary. The house was well stocked, well decorated, and had all you could ask for in a vacation home. You'd love it.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lana M.

2 May 2023

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

Perfect Getaway!

This rental slept 6 adults comfortably. The home was well stocked. Peaceful and relaxing inside and out. We especially, liked the large table for meals and playing games. The sun room was the perfect place to do our puzzle too. We plan to return.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

27 Apr 2023

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

Home away from Home

Cozy yet spacious, immaculate - a very warm and inviting space, in a quiet, less traveled, part of the northern Door peninsula.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Mar 2023

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Comfortable secluded retreat

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very comfortable with plenty of space. A lot of thought went into making this a comfortable home away from home. There were plenty of consumables such as paper products, coffee filters, detergents, shampoos, etc. Additionally items like tea, coffee, various spices, and cooking oils, were also there. I can't say that these are promised items, but had we forgotten something it was thoughtful that they were there. It snowed while we were there and snow removal was great. If it had been summer we could have used either the charcoal or the gas grill. Instead, we enjoyed the fireplace in the living room as well as watching it snow while hanging out in the four-seasons room. The kitchen was well stocked with pots/pans/silverware/utensils. There were enough of all of these that we didn't have to run the dishwasher after every meal. These aren't the kinds of things that show up in a property description, but they are the kinds of things that make a stay extra comfortable and worry free. It shows someone going above and beyond to create a good experience. If you are looking for a place in northern Door county we recommend giving this place a look.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN W.

21 Feb 2023

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

Beautiful home nestled in the woods of Door Co.

Quiet and peaceful, tucked into the woods in Door Co. This home offers you a warm and inviting place to stay. The Kitchen is stocked with everything you need to prepare meals. The high ceiling invites you into the family room where you can enjoy a nice fire in the fireplace. We really enjoyed the four season room. It has a heated floor and the windows give you a panoramic view of the wooded area around the house. The bedrooms are nice size and the beds are very comfortable. The house was very clean and communication with Arica was Awesome. We would definitely go back!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

6 Feb 2023

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

Winter getaway

If you are looking for a peaceful comfortable getaway this rental is perfect. There were only two of us so we did not use the upstairs bedrooms. The master bedroom in main level bed was very comfortable. As is the whole house, fireplace, 4 season room. We were there for nature, snowshoeing, a few dinners and the area and home were perfect for that. Also visited the winter fest in fish creek, great hiking at Newport State Park, took a sleigh ride- it was great! We could have used another few days of it! Thank you to our host who stayed in easy contact- although we had no issues.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

1 Jan 2023

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

A return to our favorite winter cabin

Our family has rented this cozy cabin for many years, and we hope to do so for many more. It is extremely well appointed with comfortable couches and beds. The kitchen far exceeds my kitchen at home. This is an exceptional home for any season, but we especially appreciate it during the quiet winter season when we bring out the puzzles and hot chocolate!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat N.

27 Oct 2022

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Second year ! Lovely home!

Our second time renting the vacation home and if we could would give 10 stars for owner helpfulness. Very well appointed And comfy kitchen and bird feeders and bed and baths. Any questions we had were answered quickly and effectively by Arica. Enjoyed our week very much! Thank you Arica!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

8 Oct 2022

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

Retirement Celebration in Door County

My family joined me in Door County to celebrate my retirement after 43 years as a physical therapist. There were 6 of us & this property in Ellison Bay provided the perfect getaway. There were 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms with comfortable furnishings. The woodland setting was relaxing & we enjoyed the antics of the squirrels & birds at the feeders. The kitchen was well provisioned with cookware & gadgets & spices which made making a few meals There quite easy. There was plenty of room in the great room with TV & Wi-Fi that worked perfectly. The house was located a very short walk from the water at Rowley's Bay & very near to Grandma's Swedush Bakery for cardamom coffee cakes for breakfast in the morning. There was a washer & dryer in the premises which was very convenient. All in all this was a fantastic property & I highly recommend it.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David F.

5 Oct 2022

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

Family Vacation

House was clean, extremely well stocked, and all the furniture and beds were very comfortable. Short walk to the lake, tucked back in the woods. Awesome spot.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally W.

22 Sept 2022

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Anniversary Trip

This was the perfect location for our home base during this Door County getaway. We brought our kayaks and found a easy access to the Mink River to paddle on a beautiful September morning. Hope we can return!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

16 Sept 2022

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Relaxing get a way

We so enjoyed the property in the woods, we saw deer, squirrels, birds and chipmunks. The cabin in the woods had EVERYTHING in the cabin. The gas fireplace was so wonderful and the bathrooms and bedrooms were so spacious and clean with abundant amenities. The kitchen had everything that you could require to prepare meals and all of the cookware. The laundry had all the supplies needed. Such a perfect rustic spacious home!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom and Lucy R.

10 Sept 2022

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Great home in a peaceful location

This house was perfect for our group of 6 adults. Clean, comfortable, and well-stocked with everything we needed. The location is very secluded in a quiet subdivision. Enjoyed walking to the lake every morning, and having coffee on the back sunken porch. We didn’t meet the owner Arica, but she checked in with us occasionally by email to make sure everything was OK. Had a wonderful getaway, we would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

6 Sept 2022

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End of Summer Get Away

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our time with our adult daughters and their significant others at this cabin by Rowley's Bay. The tall trees surrounding the cabin make you feel like you are in the middle of the woods. It was wonderful sleeping with the windows open and hearing the wind blowing through the trees. We walked up to the dock by Rowley's Bay Resort and were fortunate enough to see northern lights. The cabin was clean and well provisioned - we would definitely recommend it!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D.

27 Aug 2022

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Relaxing spot for enjoying the area

This was our second time staying here, and we enjoyed it as much as the first. We had four adults and two kids -- three generations. The home is comfortable and had everything we needed to cook meals regularly. We walked 5 minutes to the pier almost daily for fishing. It's a very peaceful location and convenient for exploring places like Sister Bay, Ephraim and Bailey's Harbor. We've already booked for next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

20 Aug 2022

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

Your perfect Door County vacation awaits!

We--me, my husband, and our four-year-old--had a wonderful time staying at this property in August 2022. The location is terrific. We come to Door County to enjoy the woods and lake, and with Newport State Park less than 15 minutes away, the house was perfectly located for us. It is also an easy drive to Peninsula (Nicolet Beach is great for kids) and some smaller spots we had fun discovering (Ellison Bluff Park and Three Springs Nature trail). If you want to enjoy Door County's small towns, Ellison Bay is very close and so is Sister Bay. The house itself was extremely comfortable and really well suited to us. It is very, very quiet and peaceful, and we enjoyed walking around the little neighborhood and hanging out on the dock. Indoors, there are lot of small details that set it apart from other properties (in my experience). These include a clean and sensibly stocked kitchen (with no random food from previous tenants!); high-quality blinds and tower fans in the bedrooms; good dressers, closets and hangers so that there's plenty of space to unpack. The deck, living room and sunroom were great places to hang out. Arica Hirsch was a kind and communicative host. We hope to be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022