Sunny Cottage in Ellison Bay

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Ellison Bay, WI

The Clearing Folk School
‪9 min walk‬
Ellison Bluff State Natural Area
‪4 min drive‬
Newport State Park
‪9 min drive‬
Menominee, MI (MNM-Menominee-Marinette Twin County)
‪157 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This sunny garden cottage in the charming village of Ellison Bay is minutes from the water where you can enjoy magnificent sunsets...as well as walking distance to The Ellison Bay beach and excellent restaurants & galleries. Ellison Bay is in a great central location for visiting the southern villages of Door County or the more quiet Northern forests, beaches and Islands. There are many cycling, kayaking, walking, hiking and swimming possibilities nearby.

Property manager

sophie taubert gehan

Languages

English, French

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Kitchen

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Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

If out of house pet must be with you or crated

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ellison Bay

Located in Ellison Bay, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Linden Gallery and Ellison Bay Pottery Studios are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include The Skyway Drive-In Theatre and Historic Noble House. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ellison Bay, WI

What's nearby

The Clearing Folk School - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Ellison Bay Pottery Studios - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Ellison Bluff State Natural Area - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Sister Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
Newport State Park - 9 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

‪Skip Stone Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min drive
‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - ‬9 min drive
‪Wild Tomato Sister Bay - ‬9 min drive
‪Husby's - ‬9 min drive
‪Sister Bay Bowl - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny Cottage in Ellison Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunny Cottage in Ellison Bay ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny Cottage in Ellison Bay ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunny Cottage in Ellison Bay located?

This family-friendly Ellison Bay cottage is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Linden Gallery and Lake Michigan. Ellison Bay Pottery Studios and The Clearing Folk School are also within 15 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Gerald M.

24 Sept 2024

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

Nice stay

Nice cottage, great location in Northern Door Co.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

11 Oct 2024

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

Cute, cozy cabin

Excellent location in Ellison Bay - walkable to a few shops. Perfect for a quiet retreat in DC to unplug.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

29 Sept 2024

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

Great place to stay

Check in and out was easy. The cottage was great with everything we needed. The cottage was clean and nicely decorated. We would definitely stay here again. Sophie had fresh flowers on the table and a cherry tart for us.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa Z.

11 Aug 2024

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

Family trip

Sophie is great and very welcoming! The description of everything was very accurate so we knew what to expect. Quiet area and close to major towns.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

19 July 2024

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

Cute and cozy

We had a wonderful time in DoCo. The house was in great location! The host was very accommodating. This is a place we would love to stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

31 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

While taking a class at The Clearing

Ellison Bay is a very rural area and, at least when we were there in early June, not crowded. Sophie's place was conveniently located near a nice coffee shop and a few restaurants. Sophie lives nearby and is accessible via cell phone. She checked in several times with us to see if we needed anything. The house was comfortable.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teddy A.

28 May 2024

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

Another lovely springtime stay

We love staying in this perfectly-situated cottage in Ellison Bay. I'm not sure, but I think this might be our 9th time staying there. We love the northern part of Door County, and Ellison Bay in particular. And communication with Sophie is always easy and very cordial and pleasant. AND she allows our dog to stay! VERY grateful for this! Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob T.

24 Aug 2023

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

Great property

Very nice and clean house in a great location. Host was attentive and very helpful. We had a great stay and would love to come back again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

27 July 2023

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

very clean and comfortable. only wish there was a tv, but I knew ahead of time there was not one

very close to restaurants, coffee shops and places to walk

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis M.

14 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful Experience

The cottage was lovely, clean, and is in a great location. The best place we've stayed in Door County! We really enjoyed staying. Sophie ensured everything was to our liking upon arrival and touched base during our stay to see if we needed anything. We would definitley stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla N.

20 June 2023

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

Quiet and Clean

It was a cute quiet and clean place to stay right in Ellison Bay. The host was very kind and made sure we had everything we needed!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teddy A., Chicago, IL

23 July 2022

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

Another great stay

We had a short, sweet stay this time, and as always, the cottage and Door County did not disappoint! Thank you for continuing to offer this place, and for letting our (well-behaved) dog join us here!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

1 Aug 2023

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

Fantastic stay!

Such a great Door County getaway spot! Easy 5 minute walk to great sunset views, coffee houses, tavern, restaurants, cider house and more! We had daytime temps in the low 80s in July, and the A/C kept the whole house comfortable. Easy drive to Sister Bay. Loved it!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

23 July 2023

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

Ellison Bay Beauty

I love the northern Door and Ellison Bay in particular. This home’s location is perfect for us. Walkable to the waterfront and several shops/restaurants. Biking in the area is wonderful. We enjoy the wraparound porch. The owners are kind and communicative. Thanks for having us!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

14 Aug 2018

August 4-11,2018

Loved the cottage. lots of little extras - cut flowers, coffee, bowl of fresh cherries, a Ghirradelli chocolate in each bedroom, etc. Very clean. Great location.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Teddy A., Chicago, IL

30 Sept 2023

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

Early fall in Ellison Bay

We love this cottage. We love its location and cleanliness, and we are always so grateful that Sophie continues to allow our well-behaved dog to come and stay. We had a wonderful week in the early fall weather, taking walks, going to the beach, watching sunsets, reading, napping, eating.... Perfect. Thank you!

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teddy A., Chicago, IL

25 May 2023

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

Lovely May visit

We're now regulars to this Ellison Bay cottage and this was a great visit. We love the location and the cottage itself and communication with Sophie is always clear and friendly. We are so grateful that they continue to let us bring our well-behaved dog. We have a wonderful time taking walks, playing on the beach, and relaxing there. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

31 Aug 2022

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

Charming Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at Sunny Cottage in Ellison Bay. The walkable location is wonderful. We enjoyed the wrap around porch, peace and quiet. The cottage is well furnished and pleasant. Communication with the owner was great - promptly responsive. The fresh flowers and cherry tart were nice touches. We were glad to be able to bring our little dog with us as well. Thank you for sharing your property with us.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

22 Aug 2020

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

A Relaxing Getaway

My wife and I recently stayed here for 2 weeks and had a nice relaxing getaway. The cottage was clean and comfortable. It is located within walking distance of several shops, restaurants, a general store and a community beach. It is far from the maddening crowds of Sister Bay but close enough to head in for dinner and shopping. Sophie is an attentive owner and was communicative throughout our stay. Loved the fresh flowers and cherry tart that were there when we arrived! This is an ideal location from which to explore northern Door County and we can't wait to return!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

David V.

30 Aug 2023

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

Relaxing cottage

If you are looking for a quiet and relaxing cottage in Door County, then this is the place for you. It’s the perfect size for a small group or a couple, it was very clean, it is super cute, the wrap around porch was the perfect place to enjoy our morning coffee, and there were hummingbirds right outside the front window. We also found fresh flowers on the table and a very delicious cherry tart when we arrived, what a nice surprise! Sophie is a great communicator and got back to us quickly when answering questions or just checking in to see how our stay was going. My husband and I can’t wait to go back. This was our first time staying in quiet Ellison Bay and it did not disappoint.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

26 June 2016

Nice cottage- ideal location

My wife and I stayed at the Sunny Cottage in Ellison Bay. We come to Door County in early summer and again in fall each year. We prefer northern Door County since we do a lot of hiking and fishing. We found excellent restaurants in both Gills Rock and Sister Bay. We also have the option of taking the ferry over to Washington Island for a quick day trip. The cottage is clean and nicely decorated, the owner (Sophie) was kind and accommodating. Upon our arrival we found several pleasant surprises (fresh cut flowers, organic coffee, dark chocolate). We are planning a return to northern Door this fall, Sunny Cottage will no doubt be on our short list.

4/10 Poor

Anne O., Chicago

21 Aug 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Home needs a refresh

My friend has stayed here twice before & I came as her guest on this visit. She would never write a negative review, but I think the owners will appreciate some honest opinions. Basically, the whole cottage is in need of a "refresh" Walls were covered in dead bugs...some with blood swipes from dead mosquitoes. New window treatments (faux wood blinds would be much better than the current mismatched plastic, crooked, knotted ones.) Window in 1 bedroom is stuck open. No amount of jiggling would close it. Small window A/C unit in living room is not actually installed. Gaping openings at window sash left us with tons of bugs, especially mosquitoes, and we were bitten to extremes. My friend tried to remedy this by shoving kitchen towels into the gaps. Unsightly, for sure, but helped with all the bugs. Lamps in each bedroom were broken. My friend tried to turn hers on and a metal piece went straight into her thumb (the plastic on/off switch was missing so only a sharp piece of metal remained.) Lamp in other room also would not turn on at all. Futon in living room is extremely uncomfortable for sitting & reading/relaxing. I think a pull out would work better. The newer ones with Casper mattresses are pretty comfortable for both sitting and for use as an extra bed. Definitely the cleaning could have been better. There was quite a bit of dirt, dust, & debris under both beds & futon. A few ideas for a more comfortable stay: Small nightstands near beds with reading lamps (that work.) Cottage sleeps 4 so more than 1 towel bar would help. I had to drape my wet towel over a wooden chair every night and worried about staining/warping. Wall Hooks. Several by the front door for jackets, bags, etc. A couple of hooks in the bedrooms to hang a sweater, pj's and the like (not much storage as it is now.) More hangers would be great, too! Double beds were pretty rickety. It was just my friend and myself, but I would be nervous to have my husband on the bed with me as they are kind of cobbled together with a combination of metal & random pieces of wood. Mattresses were ok for a short stay, but by week's end I was ready for something more sturdy. My friend has been staying in Nor' Door for 30 years & explained to me that it's harder to buy things up there & often it requires a trip to Green Bay to purchase new items. That helped put the quality of the furniture into better perspective, but an after season trip into Green Bay is in order, for sure. Beautiful Outdoors!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda L.

19 Sept 2022

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

Perfect for us

First time VRBO for us and our dog. The home was clean, fully equipped for our needs, the bed was comfortable and the covered, wrap around porch was so peaceful. Sadly, we didn’t get around to using the fire pit, but next time! We couldn’t find anything negative or lacking whatsoever! Thank you Sophie for everything…flowers and cherry tart too! 😊

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

25 Aug 2022

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

Cozy Cottage in Great Location

We really enjoyed our stay! Cute cottage in a quiet neighborhood with a nice porch in a prime location. 2 coffee shops within walking distance, handful of beaches nearby (less than 10 min drive), and quick drive to Washington Island Ferry. Good communication with host. She left a binder with beach recommendations; one of which is our new favorite. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

3 Aug 2022

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

A delightful stay

We loved Sophie's cottage. It was centrally located to everything we were doing this weekend but still felt private and secluded. The house was well stocked and and very clean. Communicating with Sophie was easy and she was always quick to respond. We would love to stay here in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

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Hosted by sophie taubert gehan

Languages:

English, French

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

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