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Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!

Family-friendly vacation home in Sister Bay

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Interior - Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road! (Sister Bay)
Interior - Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road! (Sister Bay)
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Nestled in a beautiful, wooded 5 acres across from Lake Michigan, The Refuge Log Home offers a tranquil retreat. Explore the woods on foot and spot local wildlife like deer and turkeys or take a short walk to your private waterfront property for canoeing, kayaking or simply wading into the lake. Relax by the stone fireplace in an open floor plan with cozy reading nooks upstairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!

The Refuge Log Home is nestled in a beautiful, wooded 5 acres across the street from Lake Michigan and is 4 miles east of Sister Bay in Northern Door County, WI. Listen to the waves from the home or take a short walk (300 ft) down the road to our private property with 100ft of shoreline. Enjoy the water from an Adirondack chair, a canoe or kayak, or wade right in! The wooded setting is quiet and sheltered and the lake may be viewed from the separate waterfront property.

Have fun exploring the woods. Deer are frequently seen. if you're lucky, you might spot a turkey family, an owl, or the newly discovered porcupine that occasionally makes an appearance. Spend your evenings around the fire enjoying the incredible stars. The home is located on a peaceful dead-end street with light car and foot traffic. It is less than ten minutes to downtown Sister Bay, a wonderful town with fun shops and great restaurants to explore and enjoy. Sand Bay Beach is just five minutes away and the villages of Baileys Harbor, Ephriam and Fish Creek are close too.

These two properties, woods and water, are the perfect getaway for family and friends!

The open floor plan is spacious and comfortable. The whole family can gather around the stone fireplace. There are many cozy places to retreat to for some quiet relaxation. Enjoy the outdoors from the front porch or the screen porch in back. Or grab a book from the bookcase and head up to a window seat in an upstairs dormer for some quiet reading.

The home has four private bedrooms, one on the main floor with a King size bed and three more upstairs. The large bonus room with three sky lights over the garage is perfect for movie nights or reading. The built-in bunks in the bunk room are always a thrill for kids! Please note that the 2nd floor bunk room does not have doors to close it off from common areas.

The Refuge is a true retreat any time of year. Whether it's enjoying the long days of summer on the screen porch, the crisp Fall nights around the campfire, hunkering down on a cozy wintry night by the fire, or spotting the first sounds and sights of Spring, we sure you will enjoy your stay.

Lake Michigan Water change from year to year. The Photos show both high and low water levels.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Guest is required to sign and abide with the rental agreement terms. Photo ID is required. Minimum age to rent is 25.
Security deposit of $300 required.
No events/parting, pets, smoking, fireworks allowed. Quiet Hours between 10pm and 7am

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Sister Bay Beach - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Sister Bay Marina - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Newport State Park - 22 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Cana Island Lighthouse - 30 min drive - 15.1 miles

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stabbur Beer Garden - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Husby's Food & Spirits - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse on the Bay - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road! located?

This family-friendly Sister Bay vacation home is located near the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Sister Bay Beach. Waterfront Park and Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 165 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robin P.

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

Weekend getaway

Overall, the property is wonderful. Did a family weekend here and it is exactly as discribed. We recommend and we will come stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

Had a great time!

Enjoyed the weekend at the cabin. Had a great time. Perfect location and wonderful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sherri W.

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

Beautiful property

The Refuge is close to downtown Sister Bay yet nestled in the woods, just what you need - great escape!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

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

Teacher Retreat

This is the perfect cozy and comfortable property for a November stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Therese S.

Amazing Cabin Getaway!!

We so enjoyed this cozy cabin for a relaxing family retreat. The cabin was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Excellent place for getting together with family, nestled in the peaceful pines! The owners were a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend this cabin to anyone---perfect vacation spot!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H., Sycamore, United States

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

Great house and location for family

Very comfortable home, which was very well equipped. Perfect for our family gathering. Great location for all points of interest in Norther Door County but secluded enough to feel like you are getting away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Return Trip

We enjoyed our stay last year so much that we came back this year! We really loved the new beach access area! Everything was amazing as usual! We already booked for next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie E.

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

Fabulous location and hosts

Highly recommend this lodge for some r and r. Lots of space, clean, great beach access, and super helpful and quick to respond hosts. I hope to be back and will recommend to friends and family. Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob K.

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

Relaxing...

Our family of 5 had a beautiful and relaxing time. This cottage is well though out in the floor plan and location. This is true door county cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jillian S.

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

Excellent Getaway!

We loved our stay here. The cabin was comfortable and spacious (we had 9 in our group) and Marc and Lori are super prompt, professional, and friendly. The bonfire area is stunningly beautiful in September. This is a great distance from downtown sister bay - far enough away that it's very quite but still just a short 10 minute drive to get to town. Would highly recommend this VRBO!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

Roomy cabin in the woods

We had a great time at The Refuge. The house was beautifully secluded in woods and wildflowers. The property's private access to the lake just down the road from the house offered an awesome spot to sit and watch the water and the moonrise. The house was very spacious, the kitchen well stocked, and dining on the back enclosed porch pretty darn magical. Also appreciated the quality mattresses.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Girls Weekend Getaway

This property was Beautiful. House was perfect for our Girls weekend. We had 5 young adults and 3 adults. The house had more than enough space for all of us. Kitchen was FULLY stocked. Far enough away from all the crowds but close enough to enjoy all the amenities Door County has to offer. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Great cabin in the woods!

Cabin was very nice! I thought the living room was bigger then it appeared in photos. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you need to prepare a meal. Screen porch was amazing! I wish it was a bit warmer while we were there so we could enjoy it more. I hope to return someday!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Family getaway

The Refuge was amazing! It was extremely clean. The trails on the property were a hit with the grandkids. They loved the teepee! The lake was a just walk across the street. We couldn’t have asked for a better destination for our family getaway! We are thinking already about coming back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

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

Quiet cabin in the woods

Loved our stay. It's such a cozy home in a very quiet location, yet a short, beautiful drive to downtown Sister Bay. As a serious cook, I thought the kitchen was very well equipped, I always travel with my knife though. Charming touches throughout, and really loved the window over the kitchen sink that let in so many sounds of nature, and the great sunroom. Tons of space for the kids upstairs. The owners, Gary & Kitty, communicated wonderfully. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frieda B.

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

Door Co. Retreat

Our family traveled to Door Co. for a memorial for my late husband. This was a hard time, but our stay at this wonderful home, made our life so much better. I wish we would have had more time, the book collection was so inviting. Games and tv helped keep the young ones entertained. But the highlight was the woods, trails and Lake Michigan waiting to be explored. There was plenty of room for all of us and very convenient to everything we wanted to do while we were there. I would recommend this place again and again, and I hope that we can once again visit this beautiful place in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz U.

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

Bachelorette Getaway

Overall impression of this property was that we didn’t stay long enough to enjoy all it has to offer. The amount of kitchen supplies and other small necessities you would have never thought to bring, they had there for you. The lock for the cabin is very user friendly. The lighting is a little tricky but you get used to it. We did have to make 2 beds upstairs (queens) upon our arrival [all the bedding was there, just not made]. There is only 1 TV in the cabin and is upstairs in back room. Wish they had one in the main living space for background/ games or movies. This cabin will be a repeat booking cabin for a few of the ladies in the group with their families. We may turn this into our annual weekend away. Short drive to multiple locations. Our longest drive was 30 minutes and that was to the Wine Tour Trolley.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

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

Wonderful experience in a beautiful location

This property was a bit more north than we usually stay in Door County, so it took a bit longer to get to, but it was worth it. So much natural beauty and just a short drive into Sister Bay, Ellison Bay, and Rowleys Bay. The street has several other houses on it but the home itself is further back on the property so we never heard any noise from the neighbors and felt very secluded and private the whole time. Although the house is not on the water, you could hear Lake Michigan in the distance, which was lovely. The rental also includes beach/waterfront access just a short walk away. Our young kids loved exploring the backyard and the path to the lake! Despite not having any snow during our trip, the cabin itself had plenty of warm, cozy, winter vibes. We loved playing all of our favorite childhood games and checking out the collection of books in the main living space. Plenty of options for sleeping, good kitchen space, simple decor, excellent puzzle table. Everything we needed! We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

June W.

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

Lovely spot

The house is well maintained and lovely. The only suggestion I have is to label the light switches and provide info on how they work. There were so many different ones which took multiple times turning on and off, figuring out the dimmer options, etc, it was a little confusing at least at first. (And not much the owner can do about it, but wow were the Mayflies thick!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

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

Property hosting done 100% correct. 6 Stars.

The home was beautiful and spacious. It was one of the best provisioned rentals we have ever stayed in. Plenty of cooking gear - pots and pans, dishes, cooking utensils and even spices and coffee, plus games, puzzles, books, dishwasher, laundry machines, good internet and and video streaming. Total stress free relaxation.Location, location, location. Located 10 minutes out of Sister Bay off a low traffic road. Pretty much ideal for a secluded low key stay with easy accessibility to most of what Door County has to offer. This property's outstanding condition and its owners attention to details easily make this a 6 star rental. Everyone in our group, including the kids said how much they enjoyed their stay and all voiced interest in a return visit when our calendars might permit. If someone is debating renting this home they need to just stop thinking and do it before their dates are taken by someone else.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha Z.

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

Fall fest!

A beautiful home in a good location with lots of space. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Another beautiful memory made

The property was absolutely Beautiful and we were definitely in our element. We were very comfortable and spent an evening reliving old memories and making new ones.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Wonderful location

We have been spending time in Door Co for over 40 years, and this has to be one of the best cottages we have ever rented. Great location, quiet, and access to private little beach area was enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

A Cosy Family Getaway

The Refuge is just that. We (6 adults) were in the area for a family wedding and we loved coming “home” after wedding-related events and curling up by the fire and relaxing. The house had everything we needed and more! We loved the lakeside views from the beach and had a wonderful time exploring beautiful Door County.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024