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Waterfront guesthouse at cliff's edge of Lake Superior's South Shore, Sky Fire.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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Cornucopia, WI
  • Place, Bark Bay Slough State Natural Area
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Meyers Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Herbster

When you stay at this guesthouse in Herbster, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Lake Superior and a 3-minute drive from Bark Bay Slough State Natural Area. .This guesthouse is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Apostle Islands Mainland Sea Caves and 14 mi (22.5 km) from Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.
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What's nearby

  • Bark Bay Slough State Natural Area - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Apostle Islands National Lakeshore - 11 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Meyers Beach - 13 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Boreal Forest - 19 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Legendary Waters Casino - 26 min drive - 25.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cranberry - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pine Cone Ole's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Corny Coffee & Sweet Shoppe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Fish Shed - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Elsie Blue Timberrr Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Waterfront guesthouse at cliff's edge of Lake Superior's South Shore, Sky Fire.

Relax with expansive views of Lake Superior as you bask in the glow of the wood fireplace's radiance. Waves echoing off the brownstone cliff upon which this special home is perched, absorb the splendor of bald and golden eagles soaring only feet away.

Minutes from your nest is Meyer's Beach, the common entry point to begin your kayak or hiking excursion to the sea and ice caves of this, the greatest of all lakes. Bike, hiking, motorsports, class one trout fishing, waterfalls and XC ski trails abound.

*The entire, two bedroom home that is Sky Fire is your private oasis away from home.

Seasonally, bathe in warm sunlight while relaxing in the south facing, enclosed front porch. Enjoy sitting around the fire pit in the front yard as you soak up the beauty of Lake Superior a stone's throw away. Your wonderful day having turned to night, the dark, amazingly starry sky over Lake Superior may grace the night owl with a show of the magically colorful northern lights. Well behaved, non-destructive, potty-trained dogs are welcome.

Snowmobile and ATV trails/routes are nearby. The area also has world class, well maintained fat tire bike trails that are groomed for winter riding. Wanna mush your own sled team of dogs? That's available nearby as well.

Indoors fun and gaming more your speed? Just short of Bayfield, nearby "Legendary Water's and Casino," awaits your arrival.

A peaceful, 1.3 mile walk from the home will have you stepping foot onto a glorious sandy swimming beach. With Lake Superior literally lapping at your feet, this beach stretches over a mile to the quaint town of Cornucopia where you'll find the marina, coffee shop, restaurant/bar, art and the, "It has everything" general store that is *Ehler's.

A 23 mile drive into Bayfield, WI will take you to a charming community serving tourist and locals alike, all of whom have an affinity for the allure of the nearby Apostle Islands that await your visit. Just a short ferry ride away, quaint Madeline Island is yours to explore and enjoy.

*Ehler's closes for the winter season
*Sky Fire is a fully self-contained home attached to the owner's home by way of a common three season porch.
A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Note from host: Absolutely NO smoking or vaping
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No swimming in Lake Superior from Sky Fire property. Beach 1 mile Away.
**All Pets must be Well Behaved and House Trained / Furniture Covers Supplied.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: House Trained Only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Home is at cliff's edge. Supervision is NECESSARY!

Events

No events allowed
Communicate with me with inquiry

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely NO smoking or vaping

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
Note from host: Communicate with me with inquiry
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

Waterfront guesthouse at cliff's edge of Lake Superior's South Shore, Sky Fire. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fully stocked with everything you need for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable stay as a winter storm swept across the region. Well-equipped kitchen. Timely snow plowing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kraig L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay, would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family (including teenager, pre-teen and fur baby) had a lovely time. The hosts were responsive and helpful. The house had a nice selection of games that had something for everyone. The setup was thoughtful for those of us traveling with a dog and we appreciated the home’s proximity to so many outdoor hikes! We especially enjoyed Hidden Falls. We were hoping for Aurora views, but the Solar forecast and local forecast were not in our favor this time. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful! The owner's hospitality went above and beyond! Thank you for a great stay:)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the camp fire and stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caryn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was wonderful! Very cozy! Host is so sweet! We had a great time for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle M.

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

Best Sunsets Around

Quiet, peaceful property with all the amenities for a great stay. Topped off with the best golden sunset view around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cedric R.

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

Nice location

Enjoyable stay
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Cozy accommodations with a great view

Nice place to stay and enjoy the quiet life.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sky Fire is an awesome place to stay! The kitchen is so well stocked with high quality cookware and even a gas range. The decor is classy and comfortable. Very clean place! The best thing is our black Labrador was welcome there. Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was awesome! The hosts were friendly and helpful working through a wi-fi/electrical outage issue and are clearly very passionate about the area! Nothing beats a fire and watching shooting stars. Comfy, clean, had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Weekend on the South Shore

Our first time to the area & loved our stay at your place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle d.

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

Fantastic Stay!

Very pet friendly; loved the view of the lake; loved the proximity to the beach (which the dogs enjoyed as well); felt very safe & secure; great appliances & accessories which made meal prep easy; peaceful; close proximity to Bayfield. Will absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

R S.

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

Quiet and beautiful

We really enjoyed our stay at the guesthouse. It was quiet and beautiful, perfect for a time away.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had our golden retriever with us and two grandchildren and both of our kids. We have a thing for Lake Superior! This was front and center! Easy to get to the big top and Bayfield and hiking trails! It is a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sara F.

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

Relaxing getaway!

Very comfortable home and setting. Outside space was great for the dogs, and we loved having the washer and dryer! Easy access to Cornucopia. Beautiful views - just sorry it wasn’t at lake level.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures don't do this place justice! A beautiful home with an amazing view. We had such a wonderful time exploring the Apostle Islands and the Bayfield/Cornucopia area, and this was a great place to make our home base. The host was kind and enjoyable to visit with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy, cozy and clean. Sky Fire was a beautiful home base that gave us easy access to the Corny, Herbster and Bayfield areas. We explored local shops, enjoyed great meals and some of the best blueberry picking. We explored beaches and hunted for yooperlite, experienced the brightest rainbow of our lives and still had plenty of down time to read, talk and recharge.
Herbster beach sunset
Herbster beach rainbow/s
Chilling at Herbster beach
Petting the friendly cat at Sky Fire
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

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

4th of July trip

We had a great time and enjoyed the area and the house for a long weekend up north.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KRISTIN H.

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

Fantastic Apostle Islands vacation!

We had a wonderful time at this rental. With 2 adults and 3 kids and a dog, we had everything we needed plus more! Amazing view of Lake Superior, hammock, fire pit, kid friendly ace throwing, dog friendly, close to everything but tucked away, private, wooded, absolutely gorgeous location. And the owners were really nice and helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Lake Superior getaway

Beautiful property, excellent location thanks for sharing your home
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kara P.

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

Great place to stay!

Wonderful place! The kitchen had everything we needed. The space was beautiful and the check in and out was very easy. Only thing to note (and it was unusually when we were there) no air conditioning. This was fine for a couple of nights. The last night was really warm and hard to sleep. Other than that fantastic place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne g.

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

Peaceful and spacious

Tucked a little way from town, the home was clean, spacious and peaceful. I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Restful setting

This property is as pictured and on a beautiful sight on Lake Superior. The owner was very pleasant and responsive during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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