Sunshine House | Historic Bayfield Farmhouse

Bayfield, Wisconsin
$290 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Sunshine House is a bright and sunny 2BR historic farmhouse on two wooded acres, just a half-mile from downtown Bayfield. With a full kitchen and bathroom on each floor, it's perfect for a group or an extended family! From mornings on the front porch, to dinners on the picnic table and evenings around the fire pit, this is your home base for happy Lake Superior memories. Explore Bayfield and the Apostle Islands by day, then come home to peace and quiet at Sunshine House.

Host Info
Your host runs Bark Point Ventures, a vacation rental management & concierge company that specializes in properties all along Lake Superior's South Shore. We live nearby and are available whenever needed to assist our guests. Our passion is ensuring guests experience the magic of what we feel is one of the most amazing places in the world.

Neighborhood Overview
The Sunshine House is located in a quiet part of Bayfield, on the south side of town, about a short half mile walk or drive from Bayfield's main commercial district with a wide range of shops, restaurants, galleries, and the ferry landing. The home sits on a huge lot that backs up to woods and a small ravine, offering rare privacy in town.

Property Details
The Sunshine House was built in the early 1900s and maintains much of its original charm, including the cozy front porch! The first floor has a dining room, living room with TV (no cable access but able to be used with your streaming accounts), full kitchen, full bath (with a bathtub/shower combo), and a bedroom with a full bed. The second floor is more of a traditional suite-style layout, with the bed and living area in the front half of the space, and the kitchen and bathroom at the back. There are 2 additional beds in this space (one full size, and a twin trundle bed). Note: THERE IS NO AIR CONDITIONING at Sunshine House, but fans are provided for warmer days.

The front of the house features a lovely covered porch with a swing (you can take in views of the lake from here as well!). The back yard has a picnic table, gas grill, and seating around the in-ground fire pit. You'll especially enjoy the sense of privacy the yard offers, as the back yard backs up to woods and a small ravine, and there are no homes to either side. As an added feature, there's a wonderful fish market just a block away!

Location & Transit Info
Bayfield is a very walkable city, so your best bet is on foot.

Off street parking is available in the parking area next to the house (will fit two cars side-by-side). Plenty of street parking is also available, except during Applefest weekend in October. Less than 10 minute drive to Mt. Ashwabay ski hill, Big Top Chautauqua, hiking trails, beaches, and more.

As much as we love dogs, canine guests are NOT allowed at this property. We're happy to help you locate a dog-friendly rental should you require one.

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1600 Sq Ft (149 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Includes Off-street Options Street Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 250+ Mbps (good For 3–5 People Or Up To 10 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Gas Grill Patio Yard
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Concierge Services
  • 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

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Lindsey

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    We enjoyed the privacy of the property and the convenience to the location getting to downtown Bayfield. The backyard was pretty and we enjoyed hearing birds and woodpeckers while sitting at the bonfire. We appreciated the kind communication. There were also fun games inside- my boys liked the Tetris game ;)

  • Mary Ann O.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2025

    Stayed Oct 8, 2025

    Cozy little home, great location.

  • Joan B.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2025

    Stayed Sep 23, 2025

    Lovely home and communicating with the host was great!

  • Lorraine F.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    This is such a cute and cozy place to stay with plenty of space to move around in. The outdoor fire pit was a nice touch. Erin checked in on us making sure that we had everything we needed. And when we locked ourselves out of the house, she came to our rescue. Highly recommended.

  • Alexandra A.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    This is a cute house with plenty of space. Very close to town, but quiet.

  • John H.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    Our family had a wonderful visit to Bayfield for my niece’s wedding. The Sunshine house was very close to downtown amenities and was everything we needed for a long weekend. Easy to get to and plenty of room for four adults. Thank you Erin!

  • Cynthia L.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    Great location, super private.

  • Kerrin R.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 18, 2025

    The home is comfortable and quaint. Nothing fancy but provided all we needed. The host was easy to contact and responsive.

  • Alanna K.

    Submitted Mar 2, 2025

    Stayed Feb 28, 2025

    Perfect location for a girls weekend away. The Sunshine House was wonderfully equipped and comfortable for us.

  • jenny p.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 3, 2024

    We stayed in the sunshine house for applefest for 4 nights. It was great! Very clean, close enough to town that we could walk too! We will definitely be back! Thank you

  • Diane L.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    It was a wonderful time in Bayfield. Loved seeing the colors and the friends we have who live there.

  • Kenneth H.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 11, 2024

    Nice location plenty of space.

  • Caralee B.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2024

    Stayed Sep 7, 2024

    Grrat stay, good location to Bayfield. House was clean and haas the farmhouse feel. Even saw a fox in the yard.

  • Paul S.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 6, 2024

    This house is beautifully furnished, has pantry staples in abundance, comfortable beds and comfy bedding, outside space with fire pit, picnic table and grill in a quiet wooded neighborhood. Definitely recommend.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$290+
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