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Dog Friendly-Luxury home on Lake Michigan

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A spacious kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wicker chair, and a cushion with a tropical print.
A beach house with a sandy shoreline, a view of the water, and a forested area in the background.
A beachfront house with a large porch, surrounded by trees and a sandy beach.
A staircase leading to a living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathrooms3000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Place, Crossroads At Big Creek
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Portage Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Sturgeon Bay

With a stay at this vacation home in Sturgeon Bay, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Crossroads At Big Creek. .This vacation home is 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse and 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from The Farm.

What's nearby

  • Crossroads At Big Creek - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • beach near Portage Park - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Door County Historical Museum - 12 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Door County Maritime Museum - 12 min drive - 8.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪5th and Jefferson Coffee House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Greystone Castle - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Nightingale Supper Club - ‬10 min drive

About this property

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

Dog Friendly-Luxury home on Lake Michigan

Summary:

Welcome to Goettelman’s Lake House, hosted by Simple Life Rentals! This gorgeous Cape Cod–style home sits on a private beach with pure Lake Michigan waterfront views and plenty of outdoor space for the whole family to enjoy.



The Space:

Inside, you’ll find two inviting living rooms—each with its own fireplace—and upstairs, two bedrooms that open to their own private decks. From sunrise over the water to cozy evenings by the fire, this home offers a truly quintessential Door County experience.



This property allows up to 2 well-behaved dogs, with an additional fee collected at booking.



Property Features:

+ Dog Friendly!

+ Waterfront

+ Private Beach

+ Double Oven

+ Soda Stream

+ In house water filter

+ 4 TV’s with cable and streaming services available

+ 2 Fireplaces on the first floor and second floor living rooms

+ Board games

+ Fully equipped kitchen (see amenities)

+ Wi-Fi (due to the rural nature of the property, Wi-Fi and cell phone coverage and service can vary)

+ Central air and heat



Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #36-56-2805-07



Sleeping Configuration:

- Bedroom 1 (main level): King size bed, TV

- Bedroom 2 (upper level): Queen size bed

- Bedroom 3 (upper level): Queen size bed

- Additional sleeping space: Two twin beds built into the second story living room



Bathrooms:

- Bathroom 1 (main level): Half bathroom

- Bathroom 2 (main level): Full bathroom with walk-in steam shower, separate Jaccuzi Tub

- Bathroom 3 (upper level): Full bathroom with tub shower combo



Outdoor Area:

- Front deck

- Back patio

- Patio table with 10 chairs - available seasonally

- Outdoor Fireplace with 8 chairs (please bring local firewood)

- 5 Parking spots available in driveway



Water Access:

- 100 feet of private beach waterfront on Lake Michigan

- There is no dock at this property

- Watercraft docking not allowed

- Water is approximately zero feet deep at entry and is rocky and sandy.



Home Truths:

- No garage access

- No dock at this property



This home 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.



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



Other Things to Note:

Amenity + damage protection waiver includes:

- Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and bathroom towels. (Please bring your own beach towels)

- 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. One each of travel size shampoo, conditioner, and body wash per full bathroom.

- PEACE OF MIND Damage protection covers up to $1000 per stay for accidental damage that is reported prior to departure (excludes any pet damage).
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
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 the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

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Dog Friendly-Luxury home on Lake Michigan Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely house right on the lake with a great beach to walk and enjoy watching the pelicans.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire&Bruce K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely vacation with three generations of family and two dogs all stayed comfortably in this large house. House is beautiful and location is perfect, exactly how it looks in the pictures. Hope to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just an amazing home with great access to the beach. The home itself was incredibly comfortable and well stocked and the fact that it was dog friendly was great for our two dogs. We definitely recommend and would return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026