The Lookout, minutes to Sister Bay with Starlink internet

Ellison Bay, Wisconsin
$804 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 5

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

New custom home with oversized windows and patio doors on 5 acres. Modern open staircase with four bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms. Surrounded by woods and meadows, this home has spectacular views. It is adjacent to 2100 acres of Mink River Nature Conservancy with miles of trails easily accessible from the back yard. Mink River Estuary, featured in Frommers guidebook 500 Places to See Before they Disappear, is considered a rare habitat, important for migrating birds, spawning fish and the endangered Hines Emerald Dragonfly. It is considered one of the most pristine estuaries of international significance. Take an easy hike to a beautiful grove of Sugar Maple trees on the trail from the back yard. 11402 Homestead Drive is only one mile from Lake Michigan and a public beach(Sand Bay Park). We are a five minute drive to Ellison Bay and a small grocery store and ten minutes from Sister Bay. Public boat launch at Rowley's Bay is one mile away. Eight miles to Newport State Dark Sky park. Enjoy stargazing from third floor look out with 360 degree windows and skylights. See Northern Lights from the backyard deck if conditions are favorable. House is designed with hydronic heat in the floor on the main level and baseboard and towel warmers for heat on the second floor. There are three air conditioner units in the house, one on each level. Main bedroom and ensuite bathroom on the first floor is wheelchair friendly. Only one step into the house. Three ensuite bedrooms have sleep number king beds with bathrooms featuring huge walk in showers tiled floor to soaring ceilings. Blu tooth speaker and color changing lights in each bathroom will give you feeling of being in a spa. Enjoy grilling out on the Weber grill or extra large Big Green EGG. Ooni pizza oven on the deck to make your own wood fired pizzas. Relax in the outdoor living area with gas fire table or in backyard with fire pit. Split firewood is provided. Ample seating at 10 foot live edge Black Walnut table. Large conversation area in open concept first floor with wood burning fireplace and 3 couches.
This home has everything you need. Puzzles, games, books, binoculars, fans and treehouse toy in bunk room. There are two televisions, one in an upstairs bedroom and one in the downstairs bedroom. Beach towels, folding chairs and picnic basket with plastic wine glasses and a bottle opener and plastic dishware available for your outings. We have nine bikes of various sizes and 4 kayaks for your use. We have life jackets for your use. Please bring your own bike helmut or they are available for purchase in Fish Creek at bike shop. Keurig coffee maker and Ninja coffee maker and filters in fully stocked kitchen including an icecream maker, mixer, bread maker and blender. (coffee pods provided)
We have Starlink unlimited high speed (90mbps, 9 Mbps upload) internet. Security camera on site outside of front door. We can accommodate 8 guests, no pets and no smoking please.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2500 Sq Ft (232 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Golf Nearby Hunting Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground Travel Crib
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways 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 Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Stair-free Path To Entrance Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • Joelle S.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    The Lookout was more than just a place to stay, it was a welcoming retreat where our group could relax and enjoy an evening in after an adventurous day.

  • Andria S.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    The hosts were responsive, kind and helpful. The house was gorgeous, and had everything we needed for our stay. The generator was very much appreciated during a power outage. Check out was hassle free. Loved The Lookout!

  • Vladimir N.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    Specious, modern house with exceptional amenities. Safe and peaceful! Hike from the house!

  • Jenny L.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 23, 2025

    This house was perfect for four couples. Everyone was able to have their owns space and bathrooms. The house had everything we needed and it was nice to get away from the busy touristy areas. It was very quiet and we were able to do some nice stargazing while we were there. It will be hard to top this property when it comes to functionality and features.

  • Aimee H.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    The Lookout is a beautiful home in a peaceful area of Door County, off the beaten path but close enough to the villages to offer convenience and quiet. We loved the extra touches like the coffee bar, pizza oven, bikes, and bathroom amenities. Having ample beds and bathrooms for our family provided privacy and space for all, along with beautifully appointed spaces for dining and visiting together. The property was clean and comfortable, Dan and Ann were communicative and helpful. Had we needed anything, I have no doubt they would have been helpful, however our every need was already met. The art, decor, and extra touches at the home were lovely. We enjoyed our stay and would love to return.

  • Jeffrey W.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    Our family of 7 was blown away by the beauty of the home itself and the setting on the edge of the Mink River estuary. We have rented many homes over the years and this was easily one of the most enjoyable. Ann and Dan have done a fantastic job. The house is filled with light, super-connected to nature, and amazingly well-equipped with everything you could possibly need. A few highlights (of many) were the stunning tile showers with skylights and plants, the third floor lookout, the incredible kitchen, and the Ooni pizza oven on the back patio. The home is located in an ultra-quiet area near Ellison Bay and is convenient to all of Northern Door County (Northport and Gill's Rock, Sister Bay, Ephraim, etc.). We had an amazing time in this home and will definitely book it again in the future.

  • Tina H.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    We greatly enjoyed the lovely natural setting of this property - beautiful trees, prairie grass and daisies, plus the visiting birds. The inside is equally lovely - modern furnishing, spaciously comfortable areas for gathering and playing games, as well as quiet areas for reading. Large ensuite bedrooms with beautiful bathrooms and huge shower space. Also loved the well-equipped kitchen with big counter and long dining table. And had a magnificently clear view of the stars from the balcony because the house is situated away from the city lights. We wished we had more time to take advantage of all the amenities - firepit, smoker, s'more, BBQ, games, etc.! Will definitely book this place again when we come back this way. One of us was so inspired by the bird journal in the house and all the bird visiting the bird feeders that she began to research birds in earnest! We had wondered how it might work with this property not being in the center of the popular spots, but very glad to have chosen it - very quiet and peaceful setting and yet a short drive to Sister Bay, Ephraim, etc. Ann and Dan are awesome hosts - quick in responding to questions, attentive to details such as providing guidebooks, binoculars, folding chairs (for watching fireworks), snacks, and lots of games. Thank you! We all had a most delightful time and highly recommend this property!

  • John O.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    The Lookout was the perfect spot for our family trip to Door County! The home has a spacious contemporary design with beautiful finishes and features large windows that make nature the star of the show. Just a short drive to Lake Michigan, Ellison Bay and Sister Bay made the location convenient to many of our favorite spots. After a full day it was so nice to come back to enjoy a quiet fire and some star gazing. The hosts thought of every detail to make our stay perfect. Such a cool place, highly recommend!!

  • Angela J.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    Incredible property! We will be back!

  • Vanessa S.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    We have stayed in many places in our times of travel and this one is in the top 3 of the best places ever. We felt everything was accurate to description. The bathrooms were so nice and my daughter loved the colors she could change the light to. Never seen her so excited for a shower each night. The beds were so comfortable and we all felt at home. The view out back was a dream and we loved the gas fireplace to end each night as a family. I miss that the most! We got to see the northern lights and the comet this weekend. The fall colors were amazing and there are so many trails to hike in the back yard. This will be the most special trip for our entire family for years to come!

  • Mike T.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    4 couples stayed for a long weekend. The residence is secluded, but within 10-15 minutes of multiple communities. The home was just as the pics showed. Very contemporary and sleek. Each couple had their own bedroom. There is plenty of room for children to sleep if needed. Kitchen was welll stocked for cooking. 2 fire pits were very nice. We had two couples with asthma. The propane fire pit worked well for them. The residence met all of our objectives. We would rebook the home if returning. The hosts were very attentive to our needs. for chi

  • Susan O.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    Our group had a very good time. We enjoyed the pizza oven and had great times by the fire pit. So much to do in Door County.

  • Cathy J.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Outstanding property, clean, quiet and well hosted. Everything was in close proximity within a short drive. We will surely be back.

  • Sarah Z.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Aug 9, 2024

    We had an absolutely wonderful 3-night stay at The Lookout. The setting of the property is magical on beautiful private wooded acreage surrounded by trails and the bird estuary. The home itself is modern, clean, new and spacious. The large windows and minimalist design bring the outdoors in and provide a tranquil vibe. The hosts thought of everything - the coffee bar was amazing and the kitchen fully equipped for cooking - ample pans, dishes, utensils, etc. The 5 full bathrooms were all uniquely designed with enormous walk-in showers. There is a lookout at the top of the home that provided amazing views and fabulous star gazing. The property is near the dark sky zone and we were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights from the back balcony. Being fairly centrally located, it was a quick drive to the Washington Island ferry, Newport Beach to paddle board, Sister Bay for dinner and sunsets, Fish Creek for shopping and Ephraim for ice cream! We cannot wait to return!

  • Ali M.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2024

    Stayed Jul 19, 2024

    My family had a wonderful family vacation at the Lookout in Door County this weekend. The home itself is absolutely beautiful and perfectly laid out for a larger family to stay together. Dan and Ann could not have been more welcoming or helpful throughout the entire check in process and stay. Everything was thought of from extra coffee keurigs to all the pots and pans needed to cook our meals together in the stunning and fully functional kitchen. The kids loved the bunk room and it was close enough to the other 2 master suites on the upper level that we still felt close by. I have already touched base with Ann for our return trip for 2025! Can't wait to come back!

  • Jeff J.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    Modern and well equipped, , The Lookout is better than advertised. This new home is comfortable, warm, and perfect for our family gathering. We loved the view of the woods from every room and watched the birds from the great room. We also played games at the giant table, and had room for some down time when needed. The location is private and extremely quiet, yet close enough to Fish Creek, Elison Bay, and all of our favorite Door County attractions. Our hosts were great and highly recommend.

  • kennedy p.

    Submitted May 28, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    We stayed here for a bachelorette party. There was plenty of space for our whole group. The house is beautiful and has everything you need for a great weekend, including an ooni pizza oven! We enjoyed being a little further out but it is still very close to sister bay.

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