Door County Kangaroo Lake Cottage: Family Fun, Kayaks, Game Room & Firepit

Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin
$796 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to Chicory Lake House - a waterfront family escape in the heart of Door County!

Our fully remodeled Kangaroo Lakefront vacation home is adjacent to the historic Kangaroo Lake causeway. Nestled among the reeds and mature trees on Kangaroo Lake's shoreline and surrounded by gorgeous, direct lakefront views, Chicory Lake House is the perfect Door County retreat. Relax on our lakeside deck and patio while watching Mergansers swim near our shore. Toss in a line to fish from the pier, or explore the lake using the provided kayaks and paddleboards. Walk across the road to enjoy a local favorite - Coyote Roadhouse, or take the short drive to all the towns that make Door County a world-class vacation destination. With all three bedrooms on one level, a gas fireplace, a large yard for outdoor games, a lakeside fire pit, and a game room complete with bumper pool and shuffleboard, Chicory Lake House is the perfect place to make memories for all ages and seasons.

★OUR CLEANING PROTOCOLS SET US APART★
Chicory Lake House is proudly family-managed and personally cared for. Because we oversee every stay ourselves, we maintain the highest standard of cleanliness. We understand how much cleanliness impacts your vacation experience. At Chicory Lake House, we go beyond standard turnover practices by laundering all duvet covers, living room throw blankets, and throw pillow covers between every guest, along with all bed linens and pillowcases. Our goal is to provide a welcoming, meticulously maintained home where you can truly relax and enjoy your stay with confidence and peace of mind.

OUR HOME:
•Located directly on Kangaroo Lake
•Six guests maximum
•Three bedrooms (Queen, Queen, Two Twins)
•Large dining table with seating for six guests with additional breakfast bar seating.
•Two full baths (Our primary ensuite bath has a luxury shower and double vanity. The full bath in the hallway has a shower over tub combination.)
•Lakeside game room with glass overhead door for easy indoor/outdoor recreation.
•Indoor gas fireplace
•Central heating and air conditioning (electric baseboard heat only in the game room)
•Washer and dryer (free)
•Five Roku smart TVs (One in each bedroom, one in the living room, and one in the game room). We offer a complimentary streaming app for live, local television cable channels, and sports.
•Wi-Fi, Strong enough to support Zoom meetings (due to the rural nature of Door County, Wi-Fi and cell phone coverage and service can vary)
•Record player and vinyl music library
•Children's books, toys, and games
•Semi-circle, pull-through driveway with room for three vehicles (no garage access for vehicles)
•No Pets, firearms, smoking, tobacco, or vaping allowed on the property.

SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS:
•Primary Lakeside Bedroom: You'll love the lakeside primary bedroom with a queen-sized bed, Roku TV, and an ensuite bathroom. This bedroom has a patio slider allowing you to access the lakeside deck to drink your morning coffee or have an evening glass of wine. Our fully remodeled ensuite bath has dual vanities and a luxurious walk-in, tiled shower.

•Second Lakeside Bedroom: Enjoy the second lakeside bedroom with a queen bed, room-darkening shades, a closet, and a Roku TV.

•Twin Bedroom: The small, but adorable, twin room has two twin beds, room-darkening shades, a closet, and a Roku TV.


BATHROOMS:
•Our primary ensuite full bathroom has a dual vanity and luxurious, tiled walk-in shower with a classic, handheld and rain showerheads. Bath towels and a hair dryer are provided.
•The remodeled hall bathroom has a modern tub/shower combination and a single vanity. Full-sized laundry machines are also found in the hall bathroom.

KITCHEN AMENITIES:
Our modern kitchen is fully equipped and open to the main living space. Provided amenities include:
•Refrigerator/Freezer with ice maker.
•Dishwasher
•Microwave, flat-top electric stove, oven, toaster, crock pot, and blender.
•Traditional coffee maker/Keurig combination, coffee bean grinder, and tea kettle.
•Cookware, dishes, utensils, glassware, wine glasses, and additional barware.
•Kitchen towels, hot pads, baking sheets, and BBQ utensils.

GAME ROOM AMENITIES (in detached, lakeside garage):
•Smart Roku TV
•Children’s Table, Toys, and Games
•Game Table and Chairs
•Bumper Pool
•9 Foot Shuffleboard Table
•Pop-A-Shot Arcade Basketball Game
•Games, Cards, and Cribbage

THE GREAT OUTDOORS:
•Chicory Lake House is a waterfront property on Kangaroo Lake located directly adjacent to the Kangaroo Lake causeway.
•Private (non-shared) lake access.
•Pier (4-5 feet deep at the end of the dock). Our pier is typically installed from late May through mid-October (weather dependent).
•Large bonfire pit with six Adirondack chairs and complimentary firewood (two bundles).
•Lakeside Trex deck and flagstone patio
•Patio table with six chairs
•Gas grill with complimentary propane provided
•Two outdoor lounge chairs & pads (seasonal)
•Kayaks provided (9): six adult-sized and three youth-sized
•Paddle boards provided (3): Two adult-sized and one youth-sized.
•Access to outdoor shed, which contains: Life jackets, outdoor games & activities - Corn hole, Ladder golf, Football, Frisbee, 2 fishing poles with a small tackle box, and marshmallow forks.

★WE GENUINELY LOOK FORWARD TO HOSTING YOU★
ChicoryDoorCounty is run by our family, and we truly care about your experience while staying with us. Please let us know if there's anything we can do to help you have a terrific Door County getaway. Many of the requirements in our house rules are dictated by our local village’s short-term rental ordinance and are beyond our control. Our standard check-in time is 4:00 p.m., and our standard check-out time is 10:00 a.m. Furniture and decor may differ from the photos, as we constantly strive to maintain the comfort, quality, and cleanliness of our home's furnishings.

We require a signed rental agreement and a $300 credit card security deposit hold for all bookings. To finalize your reservation, we ask that you read and sign the agreement before your free cancellation period expires.

Our home is located directly adjacent to the historic Kangaroo Lake Causeway and across from a local favorite restaurant, Coyote Roadhouse. Like most locations on our narrow peninsula, guests should expect some road noise. The sounds of outdoor dining may also be heard when staying at our home. Many of our guests enjoy our proximity to both the causeway and this local restaurant for dining and recreating on the lake. Guests planning to bring a boat must obtain permission before booking. No jet skis allowed.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock 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

    Unit Size: 1200 Sq Ft (111 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 25+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Paddleboard On Site Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Games Music Library Pool Or Billiards Table Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Toys Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

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

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Jan M.

    Submitted Jul 9, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    We have stayed at many rental properties and for several years we even shared our lake home as a vrbo property, so we are familiar with what makes a place exceptional. The Chicory Lake House is one such place. Jen & Brian are excellent hosts who have thought of everything guests would need or want for a perfect vacation. The house is charming, beautifully decorated, and incredibly clean. Everything worked perfectly. The bathroom showers were fantastic and the beds and linens were wonderful - so important when you're traveling. The hand written note and welcome gift upon arrival were a special touch. The garage game room is an awesome addition with toys & games for kids of all ages - a really thoughtful use of space for families. The outdoor setting is very nicely situated with a large firepit and spacious yard. Since our stay was during the July 4th holiday, we were treated to fireworks over the lake. It was truly a lovely vacation and we will definitely return. Five stars is not enough to give this property and its owners. Thanks Brian & Jen!

  • Jami G.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    This property was perfect for our granddaughter's first vacation! The house was very clean and well stocked for adults as well as for an infant. Jennifer was excellent at staying in touch and very helpful as this was our first time using VRBO. We loved having the additional activities for the times when we were not exploring the towns. We will definitely be staying with them again!

  • Nick M.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    Our family had a great time during our stay. The house is very nice and in a great location right on Kangaroo Lake. It's convenient to get to all of the cities from here. I would definitely recommend to others.

  • Paul F.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    Absolutely stunning! Our family had a variety of options of activities right in our back yard--it was very convenient with kids. We had easy access to main roads with hip restaurants and trails, everything we would need in our weekend stay. Overall, such a quality home with easy accessibility to the wonders of Door Couny!

  • donna h.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2024

    Stayed Oct 23, 2024

    We have rented many VRBO over the years, this one stands out as a favorite! The Chicory House was recently completely renovated from top to bottom including the outdoor deck and fire pit. The owners did not spare any expense in the redo. A few of the items that stood out for us was firewood included, state of the art kitchen appliances and kitchen ware, bathroom showers are beautiful, comfortable seating for everyone including a sleeper sofa! Nice touch having TVs in all bedrooms. We utilized the turn table and the game room, who could pass on Pac Man. The house was spotless, roomy for 5 or 6 people. Our friends had never been to Door County having lived in Wisconsin for 30 years, so the Chicory Lake House was the perfect place to introduce them to Door County. The weather and our experience were exceptional! Thank you, Chicory Team!

  • Dan M.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The best place we have ever stayed in Door County. The host has thought of everything to make our stay perfect. The attention to detail in this wonderful house on Kangaroo Lake is amazing. And, anything we could think of was provided; kayaks & lifejackets, game room with QR code instructions, grill & extra gas, everything in the kitchen, turntable & classic albums, and so much more!

  • Linda B.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2024

    Stayed Sep 9, 2024

    This home is everything as described. We felt right at home as soon as we arrived. The owners share any information you need regarding the area and provided us with little extras at the house that we loved. We also have a home we let others use and these owners checked all the boxes that we do so we know how they went that extra mile to make us feel comfortable, at home and very welcome at the property. Thank you for renting to us. The wonderful time spent in Door County with our friends at your home are now great memories in our lives. Should we return to Door County, I will definitely check this home’s availability first.

  • Jonathan P.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2024

    Stayed Sep 3, 2024

    Location was great for exploring Door County. House was very neat and well thought out and well stocked. I would recommend and we would stay agai.

  • Gina H.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    This property is stunning! There was so much to do right at the house which made it extra fun for the kids! The location is perfect, 15ish minutes away from everything you’d want to do in door county! A perfect family getaway!!

  • Sam M.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2024

    Stayed Jul 30, 2024

    The perfect house for a family trip to Door County. Every detail was thought through for and enjoyable stay. The kids (4 & 1) had a blast as well.

  • Janet K.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jul 7, 2024

    The house is outside of Bailey's Harbor, on the shore of Kangaroo Lake. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddleboards, the game room, and the fire pit where we made s'mores in the evening. It's about 5 minutes into town, and 20 minutes or less to most of the communities north of Sturgeon Bay - very centrally located. The cherries were ripe when we visited, and we had a delicious cherry pie!

  • Shanna S.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2024

    Stayed Jun 25, 2024

    This house was extremely clean and well taken care of. The house was well equipped with everything you could think of, including all the starters that you need (toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap…). The hosts were very friendly and easy to communicate with. I’d recommend this property to anyone interested.

  • Shannon B.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2024

    Stayed Jun 13, 2024

    The Chicory Lake House far exceeded all of our expectations (which were set high as this was our first true family vacation)! I cannot say enough about this beautiful house on the lake and how wonderful Jennifer was in her communication. The house is perfectly located right on Kangaroo Lake with privacy yet in close driving distance to anywhere you want to visit. We were immediately relaxed when we drove up and entered the house. Every detail from the colors to the furnishings to the layout both inside and out has been lovingly thought through as well as every amenity you may possibly need. One of our many highlights was kayaking as a family every night. It was so convenient to put five kayaks in the water at the dock and then paddle out on the quiet lake (we basically had the lake to ourselves). We used the fire pit every night with the comfortable chairs and thoughtful smores kit, as well as spent time in the game garage playing so many different games. Inside the bedrooms were perfect for our family and the bathrooms were beautiful. Everything was SO clean and comfortable. On top of all this, Jennifer was a truly wonderful host. From her pre-stay communication and list of recommended restaurants and attractions (she put a lot of thought into the lists) to her immediate responses during our stay. You can absolutely tell that they love providing this special house on the lake for you to make your own memories. We can't wait to visit again!

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