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Spring Beach Cottage
View from the shore to the cottage
View from Living Room, Kitchen and Master bedroom of the water
Living area
Queen bed in master

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Washington, WI
  • Place, Trueblood Performing Arts Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Deer Run Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Schoolhouse Beach Park
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beach, dockage, fishing, sunsets. Make memories at Shellswick's Spring Beach.

"Once you've slept on an Island you'll never be quite the same..." Make your own memories at Spring Beach Cottage. A private beach is footsteps away. Listen to waves, watch magnificent sunsets and enjoy the expansive property.

Spring Beach Cottage sleeps 6, comes complete with a full eat-in kitchen, full bath with tub and shower and all linens are furnished. Dock space is available by reservation.

Swimming. Dock space. World class fishing. Bring a canoe or kayak and explore the waters of one of Lake Michigan's most protected harbors. Six generations of family hospitality on the Islands most coveted property.

Canoe and kayak available at guests own risk. Guests must furnish and wear PFD Personal Flotation Device aka life jackets. We do not furnish life jackets based upon varied size and weight requirements.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
10am check out
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please bring your own beach towels, beach blankets and life jackets.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1392021vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Washington Island

Located in Washington Island, this cottage is on the waterfront. Linden Gallery and Frykman Studio Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Deer Run Golf Course and Sister Bay Marina. Trueblood Performing Arts Center and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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Washington, WI

What's nearby

  • Trueblood Performing Arts Center - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Deer Run Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Washington Island Stave Church - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Schoolhouse Beach Park - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Percy Johnson County Park - 6 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 157 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Albatross - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jackson Harbor Soup - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Red Cup Coffee House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mann's Food Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪K.K. Fiske - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach, dockage, fishing, sunsets. Make memories at Shellswick's Spring Beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beach, dockage, fishing, sunsets. Make memories at Shellswick's Spring Beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beach, dockage, fishing, sunsets. Make memories at Shellswick's Spring Beach.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach, dockage, fishing, sunsets. Make memories at Shellswick's Spring Beach.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach, dockage, fishing, sunsets. Make memories at Shellswick's Spring Beach. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Trueblood Performing Arts Center and Deer Run Golf Course. Washington Island Stave Church is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

R F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Washington Island Getaway

Excellent location. Very modern cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th of July week on Detroit Harbor, Washington Island

Lovely property, lovely people Above and beyond our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable

We loved staying at the cottage. A great view of Detroit Harbor. The cottage was extremely clean and perfect for our stay. Betty was the sweetest host. We hope to go back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love This Place!

There aren't enough words to describe how happy we are to return to Washington Island and this sweet cottage! Betty & Leon are fabulous hosts and we are never disappointed! Already working on returning in 2024! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views!

We had an amazing week on the island in this cottage that had everything we needed. The kitchen is well-appointed for cooking or grilling. I found the queen bed super comfortable and the bed linens were fresh and cozy. The location is absolutely fantastic! We walked to the local hamburger place to get soft serve several evenings. The yard overlooks Detroit Harbor and each evening’s sunsets were spectacular! Saw lots of birds and wildlife. Owners live next door and were so welcoming and kind upon our arrival and stay. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and peaceful place

Betty and her family are great hosts and wonderful to work with. Very accommodating. The property is beautiful and very peaceful, the house homey and comfortable with just about everything you could need for an extended stay. While the house does not have air conditioning, we came with a box fan that, when placed in the bedroom window, provided a very comfortable breeze from the lake. Keeping the windows open during the day provides a very nice and cooling cross breeze as well. We've already booked again for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

Wonderful cottage on Washington Island! Awesome Fall colors, nice hikes, beautiful sunsets! We loved our time there1
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Classic Waterfront Cottage

The waterfront cottage on Detroit Harbor was a truly wonderful place for my family to spend a week. We are experienced swimmers in Lake Michigan so we came prepared with wet suits and water shoes. We are then steps away from swimming, kayaking, windsurfing, fishing etc. We brought our small boats over on a trailer on the ferry for a small fee. Steady winds and small waves in Detroit Harbor. Truly Amazing place for windsurfing and dingy sailing. The owners are awesome. This is a hidden gem!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location on Washington Island

We loved staying at this sweet cottage on Washington Island. It accommodated our family of 5 very nicely (3 small kids shared the second bedroom, which had room for our pack and play). It is conveniently located close to town. The waterfront is on shallow, protected Detroit harbor, making it warmer and calmer than some other parts of the island coastline- great for splashing around with kids. Also easy for novice kayakers to explore. We are looking forward to visiting again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roland B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Washington Island WI Cottage

Owners (Shellswick) were very pleasant and went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed. Cottage was comfortable and 100 ft from the water. Boat dock was well protected with shore power. Good fishing, boating, and enjoying the island. Great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Stay

My wife and I loved our week on Washington Island. It was so peaceful and relaxing. We really enjoyed getting to use the kayak's out on the lake. Everyone on the island is incredibly kind and welcoming, in particular Leon & Betty.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Washington island tranquility!

Great accommodations, very very pleasant hosts...
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing, Waterfront Cottage!

My family really enjoyed our time on Washington Island. The cottage had just the right amount of room, the views were amazing, and the owners were very nice! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location!

Great location, quiet with great views of Detroit Harbor. Had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

We could not have asked for a friendlier, more accommodating host! It was such a relaxing week!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Awesome
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet cabin

Wonderful getaway cabin. We were taking a class, so would have liked to spend more time at the cabin than we did. It is not fancy, but the owners are right there if you need anything. Setting is lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful get-a-way!

Beautiful location and wonderful hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Beach Cottage

Our stay here was truly amazing! Our family of 4 stayed here for 4 nights. It gave us plenary of time to see all of the amazing little treasures that Washington Island has to offer, yet still have time to relax! Spring Beach Cottage was just as it looked in the pictures online. I had been to Washington Island many years as a child, but the last time I had visited was over 15 years ago with our young family. We had been planning the trip for almost a year, and by the time the trip arrived I could hardly wait! It was worth the wait & it did not disappoint! The entire family had an wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Laura

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This is a six generation family homestead with one rental cottage adjacent to the family home. Come experience Island hospitality steeped in Scandinavian traditions and make your own memories.

Why they chose this property

Shellswick House at Fagerwick means beautiful bay in Norwegian. When staying at Spring Beach Cottage at Fagerwick you will understand the name bestowed unto it. The expansive yard, harbor view, swimming beach and dock will have your family returning for years.

What makes this property unique

Acres for relaxing, shallow warm private beach, huge yard and dock for fishing and water craft are right outside your door. Grill, swing and picnic table provided for outside enjoyment. Views provided at no extra costs. Relaxation included as well.

Languages:

English
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