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Family friendly ranch retreat only minutes from the heart of Ephraim

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Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
AU$1,490
avg per night

Explore the area

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SisterBay, WI
  • Ephraim Public Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Peninsula State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sister Bay Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Menominee, MI (MNM-Menominee-Marinette Twin County)
    ‪135 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • 246.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds
Price is AU$1,490 avg per night,

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About the area

Sister Bay

Located in Sister Bay, this farm stay is in a rural area. Lake Michigan and Peninsula State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Egg Harbor Fun Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Plum Loco Animal Farm, or check out an event or a game at Peg Egan Performing Arts Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling, sledging and ice skating.

What's nearby

  • Ephraim Public Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Peninsula State Park - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Sister Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Peninsula State Park Golf Course - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Sister Bay Marina - 9 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

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

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 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato Wood-fired Pizza and Grille - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Family friendly ranch retreat only minutes from the heart of Ephraim

This unique ranch retreat boasts 2600 square feet of second floor farm style living space, nestled in 29 acres of private meadow. Visitors enjoy the wonderful breeze in the large 2nd story great room/kitchen area with scenic views of the countryside throughout. Although located only 6 minutes from downtown Ephraim and the beach, this home offers amazing privacy with its' own walking trails, fire pit, large 2nd story deck, and plenty of activities for the kids including a trampoline, tether ball, slide off the second story and a ping pong table in the stable below. The home is also ideal for hosting large gatherings either outdoors, or in the first floor stable area or in the 2nd floor great room.

The master bedroom has a king size bed and faces south with sweeping views of a meadow and a master bath. Across the hallway is a queen size room with an adjoining full bath. The home also has two guest bedrooms both with two twin beds that share a hallway bathroom.

For the 2025 season, we have added a beautiful covered porch on the south side of the building, a bluestone patio with fire pit, and a restroom in the stable area.

Property manager

Randy
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
For weddings please contact Randy.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: For weddings please contact Randy.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Family friendly ranch retreat only minutes from the heart of Ephraim pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Family friendly ranch retreat only minutes from the heart of Ephraim?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly ranch retreat only minutes from the heart of Ephraim?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Family friendly ranch retreat only minutes from the heart of Ephraim located?

This family-friendly Sister Bay farm stay is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Water Street Gallery and Lake Michigan. Eagle Harbor and Ephraim Public Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Family friendly ranch retreat only minutes from the heart of Ephraim Reviews

Reviews

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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

Josh P.

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

Rustic Farmhouse hosts Wedding Festivities

Pioneer Ranch exceeded all of our expectations. Randy was extremely accommodating as we prepared for our big day. The lodging was very comfortable and spacious, while the property allowed for peaceful strolls in beautiful surroundings. A short drive to local communities ensured we had plenty of resources if needed. We already want to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

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

Wonderful house!

This house was phenomenal. There was so much to do on the property (ping pong, slide, trampoline, tetherball) that my kids barely looked at screens the whole time we were here. Plus the house was very clean, had lots of space to hang out, was well stocked with everything we needed. I would give it 10 stars if i could. We will definitely be renting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

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

Gorgeous property!

We loved the location of this rental and the privacy that it offered our family. The games that are both outdoors and in the barn were enjoyed and appreciated. Communication with the host was the best we’ve ever experienced. We will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaryn S.

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

Even better than expected...

Everything was spectacular. Unique home that we will remember forever.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita J.

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

60th birthday parts

Beautiful property. Felt like home. We can't wait to come back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Debbie

We enjoyed our stay and recommend it highly .
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tia A.

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

PERFECT PLACE

**WOW** What a stunning property and perfect place to stay! This VRBO had everything! They house is right out of a magazine, and they didn't forget a thing for amenities. If you are looking for a perfect stay, this is the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

All the stars!

I give this stay all the stars! The tranquil setting was spectacular. We enjoyed walking the trails and sitting on the balcony taking in the peace and quiet. Even on a rainy day, we had a blast spending time in the stable playing ping pong and bags. The location was just right for us - close to Sister Bay or Ephrain for groceries, dining, and activities - but far enough away to feel like we were truly away from it all. The interior was delightfully decorated, and the beds and pillows were very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. Randy was also a very responsive host - the care he took to provide an exceptional experience was evident from the moment we booked. Door County is always special, but this trip was a level-up. Loved every minute of it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H., Madison, WI

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

Excellent family friendly home

So much space inside and outside of the house for adults and children to relax or play games. Never a worry about having to share space. Furnishings were very comfortable and all the kitchen and serving items we needed were available. Our host was super friendly and took care of all our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zeus A.

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

Door County Triathlon

Our group of 8 was in Door County for the annual triathlon in July. We had 8 adults. The owner, Randy, was very helpful and available. His response time was very fast when we had any questions. The location is very private and spacious. Plenty of parking for multiple vehicles. The lower level has a ping pong table in one of the horse stalls and the other stall has a dart board. There is also a horse shower so if you bring any dogs, you can rinse them off before taking them inside. Our dog loved the land and ran around the fields. The upper level is the main living area. We slept comfortably and there are 3 large bathrooms. The kitchen had lots of room to operate with multiple people. The kitchen range has 6 burners, so plenty of space for cooking. Even with 8 adults in the main living space, it still felt huge. While it is private, it's only 11 minutes from Ephraim and Fish Creek. Our triathlon was in Egg Harbor and that was an easy 20 minute drive. Before we left on our final day, we all went down the slide which goes from the outdoors upper balcony in the back to the lower level. It's a fun place to stay. We highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayden S., san francisco

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

Great HQ to explore Door County

Beautiful home on huge open lot, perfect for families and groups and away from all the bustle of the more touristy areas. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nasutsa m., Evanston, il

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

Paradise in Door County

Our family booked a stay at the Pioneer Ranch for 2 family birthdays. The residence is amazing, the apartment is situated above the barn on the ground level. The barn has table tennis and basketballs and is a really fun place to hang out. There is an elevator to travel with luggage etc, up to the residence on the 2nd floor and also stairs. The lodgings are modern, attractive, super comfortable & up to date, with every convenience one would need for a stay. Fluffy towels and comfy beds, everyone slept great. We especially enjoyed making dinner and breakfast together in the large kithen/family room area and the kids loved the trampoline and tether ball. Randy is very accessible with questions and we were so very sad to leave, but we will be back. 10 out of 10!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023