Beachfront Cottage with Rustic Charm and Beautiful Sunsets in Sturgeon Bay

Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
$430 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

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Bath 1

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Sleep 6

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Tucked away along the shore of beautiful Sturgeon Bay, Bayshore Sunset Cottage is a quiet and peaceful retreat nestled within mature trees with a panoramic view across the bay of Potawatomi State Park. Enjoy the gorgeous sunsets over the bay from either the comfort of outdoor adirondack chairs, a huge wrap-around screened porch or sitting in the huge great room in front of a warm fire. During the day, visit historic Sturgeon Bay or use as a launching point to explore the northern Door communities. Short drives will take you to 5 state parks within Door County or explore the many preserves and hiking trails the Door County Land Trust properties offer.

The cottage has heat for the cooler evenings, and A/C for those really hot evenings. The entire interior has been freshly plastered and painted along with kitchen cabinet updates, new ceiling lighting, and new beds/bedding and other furniture updates.

This 1800 square foot, remodeled one story cottage includes the massive great room with 14' ceilings, 3 bedrooms, two with 1 queen bed each, one with 2 twin beds, full kitchen, dining room and full bathroom. Trade your digital screen for the fully screened wrap around covered porch for extended outdoor living area of this waterside retreat. The cottage was built in the 1920’s and the basic layout remains today. This gives the cottage the legacy and character that is hard to find and is also the reason it is so close to the water, something today’s zoning laws don’t allow. Back in the 1920’s this cottage was built as a dance hall and party house, for the one time Hagemeister Brewery of Sturgeon Bay, hence the large gathering areas.

Amenities also include 200 feet of private shoreline, plus 2 acres of tree covered area, 90' wrap around covered screen porch, 14' x 32' outdoor patio deck, cable TV, DVD player, WIFI, wood burning fireplace, barbecue grill(charcoal), private dock, 15' aluminum row boat, and fire pit. Fire wood provided on site for a fee. Kayak rentals are also available on site. Please bring your own beach towels. The receding water levels of the Bay and Lake Michigan have brought back some of the sand on the beach that the high water levels from past years took away.

Prior to our purchasing this cottage in the summer of 2021, the property was owned by the same family for nearly 70 years. The cottage was updated over the years while maintaining the history and rustic nature.

A gravel driveway with a strip down the middle where the grass grows leads to the cottage by the bay about 700' off scenic Bay Shore Drive. Your view across the Bay of Sturgeon Bay is Potawatomi State Park which has 1,225 acres of gently rolling upland terrain bordered by steep slopes and rugged limestone cliffs. You will see dazzling sunsets overlooking the 1883 Sherwood Point Lighthouse, which was the last manned lighthouse on the Great Lakes.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Unit Size: 1800 Sq Ft (167 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Charcoal Grill Dock Firepit Free Firewood Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Bay On The Bay On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Gravel Flooring In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:30 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:30 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Emily J.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    Beautiful private cabin on water. It was perfect for our family vacation to door county. Cabin was in a perfect location close to other door county towns like fish creek, egg harbor and sister bay. The downtown sturgeon bay area had locally owned shops that were so cute and great food options! The porch at the cabin was perfect for watching sunrises and sunsets every day. The kids loved how shallow the water was on shore and had a great time playing with the sand toys provided. A huge plus that the cabin was equiped with everything you may need. Overall, my family and I had a lovely time and we cannot wait to come back soon!

  • Susan W.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    House was very nice and well appointed. We loved the porch and firepit areas - great for relaxing and watching sunset. Location felt remote but only minutes from downtown. Will definitely book again.

  • Randy K.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 20, 2025

    Very quiet. Lake view.

  • Michael S.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    Very nice cute & spacious house on the bay. Good location and close to town. Very clean and well kept. Good communication by owner. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return.

  • Sara W.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    This was the perfect place for our family vacation in Door County. We were able to access all we wanted to see/do, and had a peaceful relaxing retreat at this charming, cozy and comfortable cottage. The cottage was very clean, had a well equipped kitchen, and comfortable beds for my husband and I and our two children. Sandy was incredibly responsive and we sure appreciated her help when needed. We look forward to returning again!

  • Renae Vander B.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    This place was amazing! Check in was the easiest of any of the places we’ve rented. Very clean and spacious. The kitchen was well equipped for making meals when we didn’t feel like going anywhere. Super quiet. When we were not out exploring all Door County has to offer we were in the rocking chairs in the screened in porch watching the ducks, geese, and the tall ships sail by on the Bay until the beautiful sunset every night. We definitely will stay here again!

  • Vickie and Jeff L.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    This property has an amazing view of the bay. It is peaceful and spacious.

  • Hanna R.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    A great week with our family at the cutest cabin! Such a great property and wonderful hosts!

  • Pauline B.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 25, 2025

    We had a lovely stay next to the lake. There is a lot of space both in the house and on the lakeside.We enjoyed our row on the lake and relaxing on the beach

  • Shelley Q.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    My 4-year-old loved collecting shells on the private beach, and the screened-in porch was the perfect play area for my one-year-old. The sunsets were incredible, and the cabin was charming and comfortable.

  • Dan F.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 18, 2025

    We had a great stay. It was so close to the water, and the sunset was fantastic. It could be seen from almost everywhere in the house, but the porch view was awesome! We also used the firepit every night we were there except for the one day it was raining. And we appreciated the quiet surrroundings. Easy access to all of the local shops/restaurants, and easy driving to around the other parts of Door County. We would definitely stay here again when we visit the area in the future!

  • Lindsay J.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    We had such a wonderful stay! The location was great—easy to get to and close to everything we needed. The views were absolutely breathtaking, and the whole property had such a peaceful, serene vibe. The house was super clean and had all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. Really couldn’t have asked for more. Would definitely come back!

  • Andy C.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 9, 2025

    Absolutely beautiful home right on the lake. As others have noted, lots of privacy while still being very close to town. Clean and comfortable with no issues. Would stay again.

  • Stephanie B.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very nice & the sunsets on the beach were amazing.

  • Richard T.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 7, 2024

    Beautiful location. Inside needs a little updating but we enjoyed our stay.

  • Connie S.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Sep 21, 2024

    We had a fantastic experience in Sturgeon Bay at this cottage. The high ceilings, the ample space, the cleanliness, the comfortable beds, the proximity to the shore of the Bay, the 2 mile drive to the center of town made our stay very pleasant and comfortable. We greatly appreciated the graciousness of the owners, their readiness to respond to our needs, their availability at any time of the day. We have recommended their cottage to many friends, and we will rent their lovely cottage for the next season.

  • Al B.

    Submitted Sep 10, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    Place was right along the Door County Century route and was perfect for my group of friends and I. bedrooms and living spaces were great and we took advantage of the wonderful porch.

  • Tommy C.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    We had a great time. The house is super close to the sand beach. Awesome views. We would stay there again.

  • Jenny P.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 21, 2024

    We had a wonderful time during our stay. The location was great, with not too far of a drive to golf courses, restaurants, and other activities. The lake was beautiful. My husband brought his fishing boat and loved having the dock right there. The wrap around porch was one of our favorite parts, as my husband brought cornhole boards and was actually able to play right in the screened area, even when it was raining or buggy outside. The beds were comfortable and the house had plenty of room for our family.

  • Kristin B.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2024

    Stayed Jul 7, 2024

    Beautiful place, clean, quiet, and amazing sunsets

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin and property were perfect. We could not have asked for a better location and truly enjoyed being able to paddleboard right from the beach with our family. The large screened in porch was perfect for game nights and dinner and the sunsets each night were great. Would highly recommend and we will try to stay here again.

  • Sarah D.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    Our stay in the cottage was the best vacation we have had in years. So relaxing, quiet, clean, well equipped, perfect beach for our 4 and 7 year olds, location, picture perfect views, and those sunsets! Perfection. We will definitely be back. 10/10!

  • Gretchen A.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2024

    Stayed Jun 14, 2024

    This cottage is the perfect mix of feeling like the nostalgic rustic cottage from growing up and being updated to make it comfy for today. The wraparound screened in porch was perfect both day and night, especially when the weather turned rainy and we still wanted to enjoy the natural surroundings. We honestly only went inside to sleep. Currently lots of beach to play on, and water is shallow and warm enough to play in on hot days (we went mid-June, so we expect cold water). Also provided easy access to buy firewood on-site and kayak delivery when we visited. Would definitely stay again.

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