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Unequaled Location next to Wilsons Ice Cream Parlor on Ephraim's Harbor and dock
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10 out of 10
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2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61700 sq ft
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Ephraim, WI
- Place, Eagle Harbor1 min walk
- Place, Ephraim Public Beach11 min walk
- Place, Peninsula State Park2 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Unequaled Location next to Wilsons Ice Cream Parlor on Ephraim's Harbor and dock
Welcome to Heritage Harbor House, Residence 1. The greatest amenity is the location, very honestly the best in Door County. The second is the view. Being on the second floor means you have spectacular unobstructed views of the harbor for miles. Imagine sitting around the Great Room/Kitchen’s gathering spot, a 10 foot kitchen counter island with your friends or family sipping coffee after breakfast in a conversation about memories or planning your Door County day all while looking at your magical view of Ephraim’s harbor from the oversized windows in this second floor home. A perfect spot for lazy breakfasts, easy going days and nights full of conversation and family time overlooking the sparkling water.
Once you have had some fun getting-together at the kitchen island you walk a few steps to the Great Room with vaulted ceilings, the fireplace, a flat screen TV, and plenty of seating for your family to relax and enjoy the lovely harbor beyond. When you are not looking at the view you can look at the gas fireplace centered on the spectacular shiplap wall. Overall a very unique, light and bright layout.
You can see the private dock suitable for up to a 21 foot boat from your second floor home. Swimming, pontoon boats, paddle boating, para sailing, kayaking, sailing cruises, and jet skis are all just steps from the dock to rent.
The residence has two bedrooms and a study alcove. One of the bedrooms has an envious view of the water from the queen bed and private bathroom with a tiled shower. The second bedroom views the wooded bluffs with a king bed and a large private bathroom and tiled shower. The study alcove has a desk and two folding beds that can be used comfortably in the alcove or easily elsewhere in the home. Next to the study is a convenient half bath.
And yes the entire residence is new top to bottom… just completed. The owner decorated the home with tremendous attention to detail. Everything is hand picked and reflects the happy and fun Door County lifestyle.
The home offers everything you might possibly need. A kitchen well equipped to whip up favorite family recipes. You’ll find all dishes, glassware, dishwasher dish soap etc., bath towels, toilet paper, hairdryer in each bathroom and more including your own washer and dryer. All linens and clean towels are provided. There is central A/C and of course, the best high speed wireless internet with cable TV. Expect an exceptionally clean house. Many hours are spent cleaning before you arrive to make it just right because that is most important to ensure your comfortable stay.
So the home is new and also happens to be in the best location in Door County. You are next to Wilson’s Ice Cream Parlor viewing Eagle Harbor in Ephraim. You are literally just steps or minutes away from everything Door County has to offer-restaurants, shops, theatre, parks, water or recreation.
After you check in think about:
*Watching the water, reading, relaxing or falling asleep for a nap. *Cook out or Cook in at your private home in the best Door County location right in the center of the Village just steps from kayaking, sailing, the beach.
*Grabbing a cone from that famous White Ice Cream Parlor, Wilson’s which is next door. Savor the nearby best dining locale like Alexanders, Trixies (next door), or Chop.
*Take a short walk along the shore to the Fish Boil for a delicious Door County traditional dinner experience.
*Plan a morning or afternoon hike or bike ride on the best trails in Door County that you can see in Peninsula State Park from the house.
*For wholesome memorable night theater for families or couples take in the Northern Sky Theater or Peninsula Players just minutes from your home.
*Play golf at Peninsula State Park, one of the best courses which you can see across the harbor from the home.
*Visit unique galleries and shops.
Some families or couples will remember the sunset over the bay, others a special purchase from one of the galleries, still others some exhilarating recreational activity, good old fashioned companionship, fine foods, or retiring in a comfortable bed and breathing pure Door County air and just plain relaxing.
We have created everything new for you with this unique residence and the result not only offers newness but also sunny and bright comfort, privacy, quiet and the convenience of being in the best location in the historic Village of Ephraim. Come stay!
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Once you have had some fun getting-together at the kitchen island you walk a few steps to the Great Room with vaulted ceilings, the fireplace, a flat screen TV, and plenty of seating for your family to relax and enjoy the lovely harbor beyond. When you are not looking at the view you can look at the gas fireplace centered on the spectacular shiplap wall. Overall a very unique, light and bright layout.
You can see the private dock suitable for up to a 21 foot boat from your second floor home. Swimming, pontoon boats, paddle boating, para sailing, kayaking, sailing cruises, and jet skis are all just steps from the dock to rent.
The residence has two bedrooms and a study alcove. One of the bedrooms has an envious view of the water from the queen bed and private bathroom with a tiled shower. The second bedroom views the wooded bluffs with a king bed and a large private bathroom and tiled shower. The study alcove has a desk and two folding beds that can be used comfortably in the alcove or easily elsewhere in the home. Next to the study is a convenient half bath.
And yes the entire residence is new top to bottom… just completed. The owner decorated the home with tremendous attention to detail. Everything is hand picked and reflects the happy and fun Door County lifestyle.
The home offers everything you might possibly need. A kitchen well equipped to whip up favorite family recipes. You’ll find all dishes, glassware, dishwasher dish soap etc., bath towels, toilet paper, hairdryer in each bathroom and more including your own washer and dryer. All linens and clean towels are provided. There is central A/C and of course, the best high speed wireless internet with cable TV. Expect an exceptionally clean house. Many hours are spent cleaning before you arrive to make it just right because that is most important to ensure your comfortable stay.
So the home is new and also happens to be in the best location in Door County. You are next to Wilson’s Ice Cream Parlor viewing Eagle Harbor in Ephraim. You are literally just steps or minutes away from everything Door County has to offer-restaurants, shops, theatre, parks, water or recreation.
After you check in think about:
*Watching the water, reading, relaxing or falling asleep for a nap. *Cook out or Cook in at your private home in the best Door County location right in the center of the Village just steps from kayaking, sailing, the beach.
*Grabbing a cone from that famous White Ice Cream Parlor, Wilson’s which is next door. Savor the nearby best dining locale like Alexanders, Trixies (next door), or Chop.
*Take a short walk along the shore to the Fish Boil for a delicious Door County traditional dinner experience.
*Plan a morning or afternoon hike or bike ride on the best trails in Door County that you can see in Peninsula State Park from the house.
*For wholesome memorable night theater for families or couples take in the Northern Sky Theater or Peninsula Players just minutes from your home.
*Play golf at Peninsula State Park, one of the best courses which you can see across the harbor from the home.
*Visit unique galleries and shops.
Some families or couples will remember the sunset over the bay, others a special purchase from one of the galleries, still others some exhilarating recreational activity, good old fashioned companionship, fine foods, or retiring in a comfortable bed and breathing pure Door County air and just plain relaxing.
We have created everything new for you with this unique residence and the result not only offers newness but also sunny and bright comfort, privacy, quiet and the convenience of being in the best location in the historic Village of Ephraim. Come stay!
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Unequaled Location next to Wilsons Ice Cream Parlor on Ephraim's Harbor and dock
Unequaled Location next to Wilsons Ice Cream Parlor on Ephraim's Harbor and dock
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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Ephraim
Located in Ephraim, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Peninsula State Park Golf Course and Bay Ridge Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Peg Egan Performing Arts Center. Egg Harbor Fun Park and Plum Loco Animal Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.

Ephraim, WI
What's nearby
- Eagle Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Francis Hardy Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Ephraim Public Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Peninsula State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Sister Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - 8 min drive
- Husby's Food & Spirits - 8 min drive
- Julie's Park Cafe & Motel - 8 min drive
- Stabbur Beer Garden - 8 min drive
- Sister Bay Bowl - 8 min drive
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Aug 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joanna B.
Oct 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joanna B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael O.
Aug 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael O.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Todd Y.
Nov 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Todd Y.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
A.J. B.
Jul 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Door County Stay
A.J. B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael R.
Oct 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael R.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gretchen D.
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ephraim Oasis
Gretchen D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrea F.
Jun 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time Door County
Andrea F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark G.
Aug 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place and location
Mark G.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joachim B.
Sep 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Joachim B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Greg J.
Aug 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Greg J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael H.
Sep 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Michael H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Greg J.
Jun 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location
Greg J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Todd Y.
Jun 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best!
Todd Y.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
Oct 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best waterfront VRBO in Door County.
Jennifer H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
Aug 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ephraim at it's best
Susan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Todd Y.
Nov 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always Superb
Todd Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Todd Y.
Oct 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Todd Y.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Hilde H.
Sep 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walkable Ephraim
Hilde H.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kelly R.
Aug 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven in Ephraim
Kelly R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karry B.
Jun 29, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family stay - beautiful and clean!
Karry B.
10/10 Excellent
Grant M.
Jul 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family
Grant M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori H.
Oct 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home and awesome location
Lori H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pat H.
Aug 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional residence
Pat H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ashley R.
Jul 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location
Ashley R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Tim Christofferson
Nancy and Tim grew up in Chicago and met at North Park Academy. They then went on to Northwestern University. Nancy became a Dental Hygienist and Tim worked for McDonalds Corp in advertising. In 1989 they purchased Wilson’s Ice Cream Parlor in Ephraim and in 1983 purchased the Doctor’s house next to Wilson’s and raised their two boys there. In 2016 and 2019 the house was totally renovated. Nancy and Tim now spend most of the year in Boston with their children and grandchildren.
Why they chose this property
Nancy and Tim hope you relax in the home, enjoy the many benefits of the area and build good memories.
What makes this property unique
Yes, the home is wonderful but the amazing location cannot be ignored. All of the fun elements of Door County are at your fingertips. And you have ultimate quiet and privacy.
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