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Water access-15 minutes from Downtown Sturgeon Bay

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A two-story house with a fire pit in the front yard, a covered patio, and a small deck.
A single-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a well-maintained lawn.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window.
A spacious living room with a wooden coffee table, two sofas, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a staircase.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Place, Sherwood Point Lighthouse
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Potawatomi State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Peninsula State Park
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sturgeon Bay

When you stay at this cottage in Sturgeon Bay, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Lake Michigan and 11 minutes by foot from Sherwood Point Lighthouse. .This cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hi-Cliff Park and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from IdleWild Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Sherwood Point Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Potawatomi State Park - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 16 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Egg Harbor Beach - 39 min drive - 35.3 miles
  • Peninsula State Park - 47 min drive - 43.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront Mary's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪5th and Jefferson Coffee House - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Water access-15 minutes from Downtown Sturgeon Bay

Summary:

Welcome to Thoreau Pond, hosted by Simple Life Rentals! Nestled on the beautiful Sherwood Point Peninsula in Southern Door County, this peaceful retreat offers private waterfront access, stunning Bay sunset views, and plenty of space to relax and unwind.



The Space:

Inside, guests will find a cozy reading nook and dedicated office/library space filled with books, perfect for remote work, journaling, or curling up with a good book after a day exploring Door County. Large windows bring in natural light and frame the surrounding beauty of the water.

With comfortable gathering areas and room for guests to spread out, this home is ideal for family vacations, couples traveling together, or small group getaways.



Great for groups!- Consider renting out Sherwood Point Shores- on the same road!



Property Features:

+ Dog Friendly

+ Waterfront

+ Reading Nook under the stairs

+ 2 TV's in living room and main bedroom

+ Fireplace in living room and primary bedroom

+ Board games, TONS of books, puzzles

+ CD and CD player

+ 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 #27-56-3450-07



Sleeping Configuration:

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

- Bedroom 2 (upper level): Queen size bed, ceiling fan

- Bedroom 3 (upper level): Full size bed, ceiling fan

- Additional sleeping space: Two twin beds in room above garage.



Bathrooms:

- Bathroom 1 (main level): Half bathroom

- Bathroom 2 (main level-ensuite to bedroom 1): Full bathroom with walk-in shower

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



Outdoor Area:

- Back patio facing the water

- Patio table with 4 chairs

- Adirondack chairs as well

- Fire pit -please bring local firewood

- 5 Parking spots available in the driveway

- Garage is not accessible to guests



Water Access:

- Dock available Seasonally (dock can be delayed to put into the water please be aware it might not be installed)

- 120 feet of private Green Bay waterfront

- Sawyer Harbor FREE Public boat launch is just 3 minutes down the road

- Watercraft docking allowed

- Water is approximately zero feet deep at point of entry into water

- Shore is mostly small and medium stones-though winter weather can change the shoreline year-to year. It’s recommended to bring water shoes to walk into the water.



Home Truths:

- No Garage Access

- Dock not always available to guests

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



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.



Getting Around:

- Idlewild Golf course - 2 miles from the home, great burgers!

- Potawatomi State Park - 4 miles from the home, gorgeous park for hiking and biking, viewing tower with 20 mile views of Green Bay

- Fishing hot spot - Larson's Reef is 40 yards directly offshore from the beach at the home

- Scenic Sherwood Point - 3/4 mile from the home

- Excellent restaurants in Sturgeon Bay, 6 miles



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 cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. 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.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: 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
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 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

Rules

Any open burning is prohibited. Open burning is defined as outdoor burning in an unconfined area, container, or pile that is not considered a desig...

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
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

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