Vacation Rentals by Owner

An uncommonly beautiful Door County property!

Guest: Val & Ross (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 10/13/11 Review Submitted: 10/27/11

Carriag Mor cottage is a bit of heaven. While this has only been our second visit to Carriag Mor/Bailey's Harbor, the feeling doesn't change - it feels like home.This property is exquisitely maintained and the location is perfect - a stone's throw from the local ice cream shop and coffee bar. Who could ask for more? The property looks exactly as advertised in their photo. The owners are helpful, friendly and very accommodating. Oh wait, I forgot to add, proactive - as there is a binder, located in the kitchen, with any pertinent information that you may need answers to. Their homes floor plan is well designed. There are two separate indoor areas for comfortable seating on the first floor. The kitchen, which lies in between those two areas, is large and well stocked with an island that yells "cook here tonight!" The dining room table seats 6-8 and overlooks the gorgeous back yard. We are a retired couple, and fairly flexible in the booking arena. We love to visit DC in the fall for the explosion of color, the cool outdoor temperatures and nightly fires in the family room's fireplace. This vacation week we identified as our 'cultural time out' and it was spent without the intrusion of the various news sources. It was grand. (But we are also tossing around the idea of returning next summer too. I expect that the summertime would also be a fun explore. I am rather intrigued by the local drive-in!) There are so many things to do and see. Lots of little shops and restaurants to explore. Also a terrific representation of local artists. As a couple of our Cincinnati friends commented, "this is definately NOT your usual Door County property - this is g o r g e o u s!" -- as a side bar to that comment, the couple has owned a summer home in Sister Bay for 25+ years. We agree - do yourself a favor and make a reservation. You'll be happy you did!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Carraig Mor Cottage Is Extraordinary

Guest: Retired MD (Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 09/21/11 Review Submitted: 10/18/11

Our family's week at Carraig Mor last month exceeded all expectations. While the cootage and grounds were exactly as advertised, only actually being there tells the whole story. Can think of no real negatives as long as you do not mind going to the town library for wifi connection. Martina could not have been more helpful.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Carraig Mor Visit

Guest: Rebecca (Wauwatosa, WI)
Date of Stay: 09/02/11 Review Submitted: 09/07/11

Our family truly enjoyed our visit to Carraig Mor. The location is perfect. It's close enough to downtown Bailey's Harbor to walk to a restaurant or coffee shop. The house was very clean and comfortable. The garden and property is a beautiful in person as it is in the pictures on this website. The owner was very helpful in recommending places to go in Door County. The only downside to this property is that linens are not provided. It's a lot to pack sheets and towels for a family. Otherwise, I would recommend this property to anyone who wants to visit the quieter side of the peninsula and wants a beautiful, comfortable house to stay in.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Summer Stay

Guest: stefanie (Racine, WI)
Date of Stay: 08/25/11 Review Submitted: 09/02/11

Another wonderful vacation at Carraig Mor. We enjoyed reading on the porch, walks to Yum Yum tree, and coffee with the hummingbirds in the morning. Thank you for keeping the house so well stocked for people, like me, with children. The kids appreciated the tire swing, balls and toys that you keep there. We never had to find a park -- everything was right there. This place is just what the doctor ordered -- comfortable, clean, and relaxing.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Hope to get back soon

Guest: Toby (Oconomowoc WI)
Date of Stay: 07/15/11 Review Submitted: 08/30/11

My family and I enjoyed a beautiful week in Door County with lovely, spacious accommodations! We have teenage boys so we did lots of swimming, hiking and biking. Loved the Cana Lighthouse tour. My mother accompanied us so the girls also took advantage of the Door County shopping. We did have most meals at home because of the chef's kitchen and of course the view of the amazing garden. After dinner lots of cards on the ample rap-around porch. Just bring a little extra dollars for the daily visit to the Yum-Yum Tree. Loved that it was pet friendly! Owners a delight to work with.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, sightseeing.

Door County Escape

Guest: Flatlander (Arlington Heights, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/10/11 Review Submitted: 08/11/11

Two families shared this home the second week of July and could not be more pleased with the time that we spent there. The two moms are both into gardening and they reached their personal nirvana's when they surveyed the grounds for the first time. We met the gardener who maintains the grounds for the owner and the three of them had a good time talking shop. We had seven people in our party and we did not feel crowded in the home at all. The kitchen is a cook's dream and the seating areas soft and comfortable. The home was immaculately maintained and decorated in inviting colors and fabrics. Having a washer and dryer was helpful in not having to bring home dirty clothes or bring as many items to wear. Our party also included a family pet which was accomodated by the owner with the payment of an additional fee. The home does not have cable TV and cannot pick up local stations via antenna. If you don't want to be out of touch with the rest of the world, this is not the place for you. Four teenage kids (2 boys, 2 girls) were in our group and they got their video fix by watching DVD's and playing X-Box (that we brought with us). The adults watched movies or enjoyed the quiet time to catch up on their reading. Baileys Harbor is a quiet location and the home is only a short walk from its small commercial area and harbor. A well maintained public beach is only a 10 minute walk from the home and you pass the local coffe shop on the way. It is a good central location to explore Door County from as it is a short ride to nearby wineries as well as Fish Creek, Ephraim, Sister Bay and other communities. If Ii could change one thing about our stay it would have been the provision of clean sheets and towels with the home rental. Given the weekly rental fee it would be nice to have clean linens supplied instead of having to bring an entire suitcase full of linens with us.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

chuck andf family

Guest: chuck and family (Falls Church, VA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/11 Review Submitted: 07/25/11

The property was precisely as described - a lovely home, beautifully decorated and very comfortable, with a fabulous garden, just a block from shopping, the lake and restaurants. The setting was perfect, everything possible was provided, from scrabble to grill tools! - and we cannot rave enough. Thank you, Martina!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Tranquility Plus

Guest: Judi (Burnsville, MN, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/24/11 Review Submitted: 07/07/11

Carraig Mo'r was a delightful vacation spot. It was well suited for our family group of eight which included a married daughter and her husband. The photos don't fully capture the beauty of the garden views...beyond description, almost unreal. The first impression of this home came as we walked in and looked out the living room picture window. It was a living picture right before our very eyes....breathtaking. We enjoyed plenty of space spreading out in the house , on the porch, and in the yard. The yard, also, is larger than the photos convey. Lots of space to play, throw a football, etc. Even though there was plenty of room for us in this home, we often found our children in one of the bedrooms sitting on the beds and telling stories while laughing and enjoying the companionship of each other. A favorite spot...a half block away was the Yum Yum Tree. Daily visits were made here and enjoyed by all, since old fashioned candy, contemporary sweets, chocolates, and caramels are available for purchase in single quantities. We were able to sample small amounts often without feeling compelled to finish a bag of sweets at a time. Another spot we visited twice was the Cornerstone Pub. It is a family friendly place with a cheery hostess, wonderful service, and reasonable prices. The other family favorite spot in town was the marina, also within a short walking distance from the house. Anglers, old and young, serious and casual, can be seen here. One man even offered our son his fishing pole for a couple of hours! Shopkeepers in town were very friendly and welcoming. Not one disappointing experience in this regard. Baileys Harbor is a jewel on the Door County Peninsula....a quiet spot on the lake side with all the amenities and interests without the hubbub of tourists and traffic on the bay side. We took advantage of some of the bay side offerings...an easy drive to that side of the peninsula for groceries, Segway tours, shopping, golfing, etc. Our vacation at Carraig Mo'r and Baileys Harbor can best be summarized by my husband's enthusiastic comment, "This was the most relaxing vacation I have ever had."

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Beautiful house, fantastic gardens!

Guest: Jennifer (MN)
Date of Stay: 06/17/11 Review Submitted: 08/01/11

We really enjoyed our stay at Carraig Mor Cottage, it was clean, very comfortable and really lacked for nothing. We were traveling with our 2.5 year old son, and were so pleased to find that the house had toys, high chair, baby gate, and so many other items that helped make our vacation week easy with a little guy. It is impossible to describe the gardens, the pictures really do not do them justice. All in our party loved exploring the huge, and perfectly maintained gardens!!!! The view from the picture window in the family room was gorgeous!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Beautiful home and garden

Guest: Anonymous (South Central Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 05/20/11 Review Submitted: 05/24/11

Three generations of family enjoyed our lovely weekend at Carraig Mor Cottage. The location was perfect for us. We all appreciated the beautiful garden and outdoor seating. The kitchen is great -- spacious, beautiful, and functional. It was a pleasure corresponding with the owners (timely and very helpful) in advance of our rental. Very positive first experience with VRBO!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Girls Getaway Weekend

Guest: Anne D. (Appleton, WI - USA)
Date of Stay: 11/12/10 Review Submitted: 11/21/10

This is the perfect spot! You feel welcomed the minute you step through the front door. We have stayed many places during our 10 years of our "Girls Getaway Weekends" and this was definitely one of the very best. If you need a place to unwind, share life's stories, drink some wine, and get a great night's sleep - this is it!! (Speaking of wine - if you haven't stopped by the Door Peninsula Winery in Sturgeon Bay - it's a must see!) Also - the owners are warm and caring - which is very important to us. We would recommend Carraig Mor Cottage to anyone and everyone!

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Lovely Fall Festival Stay

Guest: Carol (Chippewa Falls WI)
Date of Stay: 10/14/10 Review Submitted: 10/26/10

We celebrated my mother's 89th birthday and another couples' 45th wedding anniversary during a long fall weekend in 2010 which also encompassed the Sister Bay Fall Festival. The house proved to be a lovely and comfortable base for all activities. As a serious cook and foodie I especially enjoyed the wonderful kitchen and beautiful grounds. There will be no question that I will be returning to enjoy this beautiful property again and again!.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Family fun

Guest: Hawkeye (Bettendorf, Iowa)
Date of Stay: 10/04/10 Review Submitted: 01/09/11

We wanted to let you know we had a wonderful time during our trip to Door County. Your home was The Carraig Mor Cottage was so lovely! It fit all of our needs perfectly. Everyone enjoyed the beautiful garden and felt at home instantly. The kids especially loved the tire swing and playing in the Fall leaves. Thanks for sharing you home!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Carraig Mor

Guest: Maggie (Barrington Illinois)
Date of Stay: 09/03/10 Review Submitted: 09/16/10

The cottage and gardens are amazing,so homely and comfortable. The 'picture window' in the living room has fantastic views of the garden, and so relaxing after the drive. Everything was perfect. We were there over Labor Day weekend it was so relaxing to enjoy the gardens, but also nice to be able to walk to the beach and the town and also close to drive to many of Door County many parks and attractions.We were all sorry to leave and will certainly recommend Carraig Mor to our friends and family. Thanks Martina for all your help in answering our questions and allowing to share your piece of paradise

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect

Guest: stefanie (Racine, WI)
Date of Stay: 08/27/10 Review Submitted: 08/30/10

This place is perfection. I would recommend Carraig Mor to anyone. The house, yard, gardens, and rock formations are honestly breath-taking. I had no idea how beautiful and well maintained it would be. It was wonderful to cook in the beautiful kitchen, read in the sunny window looking out at the gardens, and truly be comfortable in the home. We had coffee on the porch in the morning, played Fisbee, went on the tire swing, etc. The house is perfectly appointed for a girl's weekend or a family vacation. The house is stocked with everything you will need to have a perfect vacation, and it is clean, clean, clean. Martina is very easy to work with, and very accommodating.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Felts/Wolfe Family Week

Guest: Momsie (Lenoir City, TN)
Date of Stay: 08/20/10 Review Submitted: 08/04/11

Our family of 8, four in the Felts group, and four in the Wolfe group, enjoyed a delightful week at Carraig Mor Cottage in July. The main level kitchen area was ideal for this family reunion--lots of space for cooking, eating, snacking, visiting, etc. And the gardens were so fine--they read, and played games, and even napped a bit outside. It was like living in a garden park! We all created genuine memories to last a lifetime! A joy-filled stay! Thank you for sharing your welcoming home.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A Slice of Door County Heaven

Guest: Chris E. (St. Louis, MO)
Date of Stay: 08/20/10 Review Submitted: 09/08/10

The week we spent at Carraig Mor with our family could not be matched by any other property in Door County. The layout of the home is so open and spacious and it spills out into a garden area beyond compare. There is not one thing we would have changed with our experience and we look forward to creating more memories in the future at Carraig Mor.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A beautiful getaway!

Guest: Dana (Skokie, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/30/10 Review Submitted: 09/03/10

This is truely a beautiful home and spectacular garden! I love the fact that you could walk to town yet when you sit in the garden you feel like you are a million miles away! The owners were wonderful- very accomodating and helpful and quick to reply. I would highly recomend this property to anyone and I hope we can go back someday soon! Thanks for everything!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Guest: Bhanpuri Family (-)
Date of Stay: 11/05/09 Review Submitted: 11/05/09

We had such a wonderful weekend and what a lovely home to watch the leaves change color. Our time spent at Carraig Mor Cottage was filled with laughter, joy, and family - all the ingredients needed for a great time. However, the home provide the last piece to the puzzle and made this trip such a great experience. The location was as close to perfect as you can get from all that Door County has to offer and everyone fell in love with the garden. You have inspired my mother to try and replicate something similar now in her own home! Everything was right were you said it would be and we never had to search very far for something. Sunday morning was absolutely beautiful and it was truly wonderful to bask in the sun which draped through the large windows all over the house. Thank you again for opening up your lovely home to us and we are already planning our next visit. The accommodations were first class and by far one of the best getaways we've had in sometime. We look forwrad to staying at the cottage again and thank you for the generous hospitality.

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Guest: VRBORORG257056 (Mequon)
Date of Stay: 11/03/09 Review Submitted: 11/03/09

We had an absolutely magical time at your home with our kids. We thoroughly enjoyed your well stocked kitchen and the warm ambience created by your well thought out decorating. The house lent itself to snuggling up with each other to enjoy special moments. The garden is an out of this world experience. Thank you for your hospitality. We look forward to many returns.

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Guest: Karen, Dan and Danika Quella (Appleton Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 10/22/09 Review Submitted: 10/21/09

What a wonderful and magical place. My words could never do justice to the feelings of serenity that was felt there. We hope to return this summer.

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Guest: Valerie & Ross Jones (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 10/21/09 Review Submitted: 10/21/09

Our stay at Carraig Mor Cottage was absolutely delightful! My husband & I were seeking a calm, peaceful port-in-the-storm sanctuary after our survival of his cancer treatment this past year & (most recently) the decision to put our home up for sale. THIS is an absolutely gorgeous property!The wrap-around porch with the wide steps just begs to be used - sitting outside in the morning watching the daybreak, with a cup of coffee & newspaper, eating an apple in the sun or, in the evening to enjoy a glass of wine. The terraced botanical gardens are stunning in their complex landscape design and various rare species. The backyard is completely private, edged by trees that surround the property. This is a perfect venue for an outdoor wedding! We loved exploring the area art gallery’s and restaurants. (Tho, I would kill to have a kitchen like the one at the Cottage!!) The nightly (fireplace) wood fires were our favorite part of the day. [Bundled wood can be purchased (honor system) from properties during your drive around the area.] And, really, we were sad to leave! It’s the first time (for me) that it didn’t seem as though we had been gone nearly two weeks. The owners take meticulous care of their property and are leave nothing to the imagination. They are a dream!

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Guest: Colletta Berryhill (Rockford, IL)
Date of Stay: 09/25/09 Review Submitted: 09/25/09

Dear Martina and Jerry, We really enjoyed staying at your home.Everything was really nice and well maintained.We came at the right time of year because the weather was exceptional, nice days and breezy nights.This was out first trip to Door County and we could not have found a nicer place to stay at. Also the hospitality of Door County was very welcoming. I will definately tell my friends and family about this lovely home and about visiting Door County. Thankyou for accomodating my family, In his everlasting grace, Cleta Berryhill

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Guest: Dawn McKinnon (Santa Monica, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/07/09 Review Submitted: 09/07/09

Our group of 5 women stayed at Carraig Mor the first week of August, 2009, and it couldn't have been better! At the end of week, none of us wanted to leave and we all decided we could easily live there. From our first steps into the house, we knew it was a wonderful spot for us to relax and reconnect. The rooms were all better than the pictures and the beautiful decorating was exactly our style. The house was the perfect size for us and we really did have everything we needed. We spent a lot of time gathered around the kitchen island and the comfy family room, but our favoite spot was definitely the wraparound porch and the outdoor table and chairs. It was great to be able to sit outside, but still have a sense of privacy that the garden and the yard provided. Bailey's Harbor itself proved to be much more satisfying to us than the other side--no crowds, no traffic, nice beach, great restaurants, great walking routes--all in all, totally perfect in every way! Thank you so much for the wonderful house, garden and total comfort we all badly needed. We hope to return, and are thinking of some winter dates so we can enjoy the fireplace as well!

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Guest: VRBORORG226721 (Buffalo Grove, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/17/09 Review Submitted: 07/17/09

Carraig Mor Cottage was such a welcoming place to land after a day of driving! The house is beautifully updated and decorated on the inside, while the gardens and grounds are stunning and zen-like on the outside. We had cold, cloudy, and rainy weather the week before the July 4th holiday, but we were perfectly happy and cozy inside this charming home. Although there is no nice view of Lake Michigan, there is a harbor only a few blocks away where you can sit right on the lake and enjoy. The gardens make up for not being a waterfront property. Carraig Mor is even prettier than the internet pictures convey - we had a lovely time.

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Guest: Colleen Kesting (Florida)
Date of Stay: 01/17/09 Review Submitted: 01/17/09

October 10 through October 19, 2008 Our second year to spend time in Carraig Mor Cottage could not possibly be as good as the first year, or so I thought. I was definitely wrong! Our visit this time found us staying in for meals more and really utilizing the beautiful kitchen. Again, we felt so at home there and wanted to take every advantage of our "digs". This year we invited relatives with children to join all of us and they enjoyed the cottage as much as we did. Our evenings in front of the fire were so relaxing and a pleasant time for all of us to catch up with each other or to watch a video together. The children really loved the yard and enjoyed it by running and playing in the leaves and swinging in the tire swing. It really is as beautiful in the fall as in all the pictures we have seen of the grounds during the spring and summer. Our family hopes to use the cottage to spend time together again in 2009 because we are shaping our own set of memories in your lovely home. Thank you, The Kesting Family Colleen, Tom, Angie, Alex and the Chris Kesting Family

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Guest: Patti Meyer (St. Louis, MO 63116)
Date of Stay: 11/11/08 Review Submitted: 11/11/08

Our group of 7 ladies had a wonderful time catching up in your beautiful cottage. We had previously worked together in St. Louis, Missouri. Now, many of us are retired, and 2 live in Huntsville, Alabama (where our jobs re-located) and the rest of us live in St. Louis. We even had a couple that we worked with visit from Marshfield, WI., and they were very impressed with the house. The cottage was very roomy and extremely comfortable for all of us. We made several fires and enjoyed them immensely. We are amazed at how beautiful the fall colors look in our pictures. Thank you for a good time, Patti, Jackie, Dotty, Mary, Bev, Sally and Marylee

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Guest: Patti Meyer (St louis.)
Date of Stay: 11/10/08 Review Submitted: 11/10/08

Our group of 7 ladies had a wonderful time catching up in your beautiful cottage. We had previously worked together in St. Louis, Missouri. Now, many of us are retired, and 2 live in Huntsville, Alabama (where our jobs re-located) and the rest of us live in St. Louis. We even had a couple that we worked with visit from Marshfield, WI., and they were very impressed with the house. The cottage was very roomy and extremely comfortable for all of us. We made several fires and enjoyed them immensely. We are amazed at how beautiful the fall colors look in our pictures. Thank you for a good time, Patti, Jackie, Dotty, Mary, Bev, Sally and Marylee

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Guest: Jill Heinrich (Iowa City, IA)
Date of Stay: 10/21/08 Review Submitted: 10/21/08

We stayed in this lovely home in August of 08 and couldn't be more pleased with the location and the amenities. Incredibly clean and well-appointed as well as spacious. Owner was great to work with as well. We typically stay in Fish Creek but found Baily's Harbor more relaxing and just as charming. Would highly recommend this property.

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Guest: VRBORORG172324 (Madison)
Date of Stay: 10/20/08 Review Submitted: 10/20/08

We spent a wonderful week at the Carraig Mor with our family of 4. What a superb vacation spot and made all the better with a fabulous house and gardens to enjoy. The house is spacious yet cozy and you can walk to anything in town. We will certainly make a repeat visit.

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Guest: Sharon Schlough (Crystal Lake, Illinois)
Date of Stay: 10/18/08 Review Submitted: 10/18/08

Martina, Your cottage was just perfect for our family. The garden was absolutely gorgeous and we enjoyed the fireplace so much. The view from the sitting room looking out onto the Bluffs was lovely. It was a perfect time of year to visit Door County and staying at a beautiful cottage of yours made it more special. Thank You Again, and we hope to use it again in 2009. Sharon & Jim Schlough

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Guest: Heather Rogers (Alma Center, WI)
Date of Stay: 10/05/08 Review Submitted: 10/05/08

Martina, just wanted to drop you a quick note to let you know what a lovely time we had at your beautiful home in Bailey's Harbor last week! Your home and gardens are so inviting, warm and relaxing! If I did not have my 2 kids with me, I could have sat on your porch, looking at the gardens and reading a book all week! I am sooo glad you found this treasure of a home and property and are willing to share it with others! Thank you again and we hope to be back in the future!!! Heather Rogers and family

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Guest: Laura153 (Chicago, Il)
Date of Stay: 10/02/08 Review Submitted: 10/02/08

We stayed here the last weekend in September. What a special place this home is in Bailey's Harbor. The gardens are unbelievably beautiful...You just want to stay on the porch and admire the beauty. It is a spectacular space with everything being brand new. The kitchen is wonderful and you will find yourself sitting in there just staring outside at the gardens. In Bailey's Harbor, there is a great coffee shop and a wonderful ice cream parlor. Bailey's harbor is quaint and quiet compared to the other side of Door County, but you are quick drive to sister's bay, fish creek, etc. Plus the beauty along the way is worth the drive. Stop at Door County Bakery and the shops next to it...you will be glad you did! A truly lovely time and we look forward to going back to Carraig Mor Cottage every time!

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Guest: Debbie132 (Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 09/16/08 Review Submitted: 09/16/08

My family and I spent a lovely week at Carraig Mor cottage this past August. The house is beautiful and very well maintained. The grounds are simply spectacular and all of my grown children found a special place to read or simply enjoy the lovely outdoors. We all look forward to meeting up and spending another wonderful time together at Carriag Mor cottage."

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Guest: Sheila Ross Luber (Paradise Valley, Arizona)
Date of Stay: 08/27/08 Review Submitted: 08/27/08

We stayed at this wonderful cottage for more than two weeks and enjoyed ourselves thoroughly. It is every bit as lovely inside and out as the pictures on the website. The kitchen is absolutely fantastic, well laid out and equipped with all the tools for making and serving tasty meals. The beds were super comfortable and the rooms decorated beautifully in this very clean and adorable cottage. The gardens are gorgeous and the town is very charming. All in all a great time at the Carraig Mor Cottage. Thank you Martina!

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Guest: Mark McGill (Western Springs, IL)
Date of Stay: 08/23/08 Review Submitted: 08/23/08

My family of six had a great time staying at the cottage. It was clean and well maintained. At night we played several of the board games. We had plenty of space and a new gas BBQ grill on the back patio. Two short block walk to marina, shops and the harbor. During the days we rented kayaks in Peninsula State Park, rented a pontoon in Sturgen Bay, fished, golfed and went go-carting.

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Guest: Stephen22 (Glenview IL)
Date of Stay: 08/22/08 Review Submitted: 08/22/08

Great home to unwind in and stay in Door County! This home has everything, including a beautifully landscaped gardens surrounding the home. The home was ultra clean and the owners obviously used an interior decorator. The gourmet kitchen overlooks the backyards' gardens, and is a pleasure to cook up a meal while enjoying the grounds. Everything is close by. Roads E and EE are a minute away to whisk you to the bay side in 10 minutes. Whitefish Dunes is 15 minutes due south; great beach! Horseback-riding and parasailing also close by. Owners Gerry and Martina add their own personal best, and that is immense! Excellent!

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Guest: Claire Craven (Palatine, IL)
Date of Stay: 08/19/08 Review Submitted: 08/19/08

The most comfortable and beautiful rental, in a great location. Wrap around porch & furnishings indoors and outdoors make it a fabulous place to unwind and enjoy beautiful Door County. Stayed with 4 women and we all hope to return again; we called it Eden.

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Guest: VRBORORG158099 (Niles, IL)
Date of Stay: 08/06/08 Review Submitted: 08/06/08

We stayed at the cottage this summer for my husband's birthday. It is very comfortable, clean and beautiful. We found the garden very relaxing and inspiring. It is in a great location whether you want to stroll down the street for the great restaurants, shops, ice cream, beach, marina etc. and just minutes away from the other towns. We wish we could stay longer and come back very soon.

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Guest: Mary168 (Chicago)
Date of Stay: 07/03/08 Review Submitted: 07/03/08

Martina, The house far exceeded our expectations. Your home is a slice of heaven! Bailey's Harbor is a charming town and your home was such a wonderful and family friendly base for us during our Door County vacation. Thank you for going out of your way to make the home child friendly. We used your pack'n'play, high chair and toys. You made it so easy for us to have a great time. Our kids loved playing in the yard and we have some gorgeous photos of them in the gardens. We will not soon forget our trip. We definitely want to book again next year!

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Guest: Mona Bordini ( Osh Kosh, Wisconsin. )
Date of Stay: 06/02/08 Review Submitted: 06/02/08

Hi, Martina. It is hard to believe that almost a week has gone by since we left the relaxation of Carraig Mor. The house was perfect (I loved your appliances and the gas grill because I like to cook and we whipped up a good meal!) I like to cook surrounded by music, so I really appreciated your sound system, also. The five of us had lots of room to join the communal chatter or escape by our self if we chose.The gardens are drop dead gorgeous, a term usually applied to lovely women, but it works well here too since we are envious of both (maybe?) We know that we were amazed by the gardens and how wonderful they looked even this late in the season. Pictures don't quite do them justice. We are all curious about the figurines that preside over both the house and garden. Who is the sculptor? I guess to sum it up, thanks for providing such a lovely, comfortable home on the quiet side of Door County. We thoroughly enjoyed our way-too-short stay at Carraig Mor. Also, keep recommending the Sandpiper for breakfast. We ate there on Sunday morning and I had the best cherry waffle! I hope that we have a chance do do a weekend like this again. Thank you, thank you. Mona

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Guest: Jessica H. (Milwaukee, WI)
Date of Stay: 11/28/07 Review Submitted: 11/28/07

We ADORED our visit at the cottage. We had a wonderful time and the house and property were PERFECT for us. The house was lovely and had everything we needed to enjoy ourselves. We had more than enough room (there being just the two of us) and we look forward to bringing our family there this summer. The property was fantastic, even though it was fall. I can only imagine what it must look like in person in the spring and summer time. We thought the location was perfect, great places to visit within walking distance and also very accessible to the other near by cities. I will post this review on the web site! Thank you again for being so accommodating with our short notice reservation. With kind regards, Jessica H

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Guest: Tracy Skleba (Prairie Grove, Illinois)
Date of Stay: 11/20/07 Review Submitted: 11/20/07

What a great place, perfect. It was close to everything and the detailed maps at the home were just what we needed to navigate around the penninsula. We enjoyed the accomadations, it was clean and in a great location. It took my 1 minute to walk to the lake and wander around. It was cold and rainy but it was the end of November but, we stayed in and watched some family movies and played some fun games with the kids. We really needed this getaway and this was the perfect place. Thanks!

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Guest: Tom & Colleen Kesting (Lake Placid, FL 33852)
Date of Stay: 10/22/07 Review Submitted: 10/22/07

Hi Martina... Thanks for letting us stay the extra couple of nights. We hated to leave! Even the rainy days were a pleasant experience for all of us. Our grandson said that is was the best "bacation" ever. We did family movie nights when it rained and the Fall Festival in Sister Bay, toured, enjoyed the trees and LOVED the grounds of the house and ate very well at local restaurants! It's been a while since we have been able to enjoy the fall colors since we moved to Florida, but there is no better place for us than Door County in the fall. Our daughter was the one who instigated the extra couple of days. She rescheduled interviews and meetings so she could stay. This was truely a wonderful vacation for all of us. I will be in touch to reschedule at Carraig Mor. What a wonderful retreat for your family (and ours)! The Kestings

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Guest: Melanie Hemmerich (Elburn , Ilinois)
Date of Stay: 09/24/07 Review Submitted: 09/23/07

Sept 04, 2007. Hi there Martina, Just wanted to let you know that my entire family had a wonderful time at the cottage this Labor weekend.Everyone fell in love with your beautiful cottage and spectacular garden. My Mother who can be VERY hard to please , was speechless when she saw the garden. In fact, she did nothing but gush how wonderful a place it was. All of us had intentions of going out and seeing the sights but ended up wanting to just stay at the cottage and enjoy the garden.My Father really enjoyed watching the sunrises in the morning on the porch and Mom would spend a good part of the day just walking in the garden.My son when asked what his favorite part of the trip was,answered "the back yard" .He just loved running as fast as he could up and down the grass. Thank you again for letting us stay in your wonderful cottage. We hope that you will allow us to rent from you again in the future. It truly is an incredible place and definitely made our Labor day vacation one of the best memories ever. Sincerely , Melanie Hemmerich, Elburn,Illinois.

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Guest: M.H.1 (Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 09/21/07 Review Submitted: 09/21/07

Just wanted to drop you an email to let you know that my entire family had a wonderful time this Labor Day weekend. Everyone fell in love with your beautiful cottage and spectacular garden. My mother, who can be VERY hard to please, was speechless when she saw the cottage and was beside herself when she first laid eyes on the garden. In fact, she did nothing but gush over how wonderful a place it was. All of us had intentions of going out and seeing the sights, but ended up wanting to just stay at the cottage and enjoy the garden. My father really enjoyed watching the sunrises in the morning on the porch, and mom would spend a good part of the day just walking in the garden. My son, when asked what his favorite part of the trip was, answered, "the back yard". He just loved running as fast as he could up and down the grass. We did our very best to leave the house as we had found it. We hope that all was in order. Thank you again for allowing us to stay in your wonderful cottage. We hope that you will allow us to rent from you again in the future. It truly is an incredible place and definitely made our Labor Day vacation one of the best memories ever! Sincerely, M.H

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Guest: VRBORORG105977 (FDL WI)
Date of Stay: 09/11/07 Review Submitted: 09/11/07

My husband and I had a wonderful time at the cottage! The house was so beautiful, comfortable and made the trip wonderful. The garden was very peaceful and made sitting outside very enjoyable. Thanks for a wonderful stay and working so well with us!

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Guest: Emily 1 (Black River Falls, WI)
Date of Stay: 07/23/07 Review Submitted: 07/23/07

We recently returned from a stay at the Carraig Mor cottage. We have stayed in several vacation rentals before and this was by far the nicest. The house is darling. Every room is comfortable and decorated very nicely. The gardens are amazing. We arrived late at night and woke up to the beautiful gardens. It was such an amazing treat. Most windows in the house have views of the garden so whether you are inside or out you can enjoy them. Our kids had a great time on the tire swing in the gardens and enjoyed ice cream at the local ice cream shop only a block away. My husband was lucky enough to go fishing and launch the boat only a few minutes from the house. He and his friend caught a few 26lb. salmon which we grilled one night for dinner on the gas grill at the house. I would highly recommend this home. The owner is also very kind and helpful.

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Guest: raj2 (chicago, il)
Date of Stay: 07/22/07 Review Submitted: 07/22/07

My girlfriend and I had the pleasure of visiting on valentines day. while it may seem odd to go to door co in the winter, the carraig mor cottage was the perfect winter getaway from the city life. the house can be best desrcibed as "homely"...every little touch to make it seem like home had been conidered. watching movies with the fire buring in the fire place and seeing the deer run around the outside was exactly what we needed that weekend. the kitchen was extravagent, we were able to get food from the various fresh markets and cook it there, and bed rooms were extremely comfortable. this was one of the better places i have seen up there. i highly reccomened checking it out.

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Guest: Sharon Acton (Glenview, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/18/07 Review Submitted: 07/18/07

Our family has rented Carraig Mor Cottage two weekends and we can't wait to visit again. For our first visit we came in early spring and the 1 acre garden built into the precipice is breathtaking. Seeing the same garden at the beginning of July with all it summer's colors was both peaceful and relaxing. We really enjoyed relaxing in the backyard surrounded within its natural beauty and peaceful protection. The inside of the cottage is absolutely beautiful. We found every luxury and amenity available to us. Each bedroom is beautifully decorated and the beds were incredibly comfortable. The decor of the whole house is refreshing. The kitchen was fantastic for both cooking and dining pleasure. I highly recommend Carraig Mor Cottage to anyone who has both the desire to relax in complete comfort as well as enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Bailey's Harbor. All of the town's attractions are within walking distance and Lake Michigan is only one block away. In fact, you have a gorgeous view of Lake Michigan from the cottage. Enjoy!!

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