THE CHARM of DOOR COUNTY - Cuteness and elegance combined!
"Birch" is a private retreat, part of a lovely cottage hidden behind an ornate garden gate; It is a cozy and comfortable private apartment for 2-4 guests comprising of two large and well-appointed rooms with modern touches within a ridiculously charming Door County setting! The "Green Gables" the property in which it is set, is a picturesque spot in the north part of Ephraim, with its own beautiful award-winning and Smithsonian listed gardens, and is within easy walking distance to galleries, shops, mini-golf, breakfast and pizza, or a short drive from Ephraim village and the water. "Birch" gets lots of natural light from a large picture window at the front and from a sliding patio door at the back, which opens onto a small garden area with summery flowers. There's plenty of more open green space outdoors and around the Green Gables property. One large room has an elegant King bed, while the living room has a true Queen sofa-bed. The living room has a large and attractive library of books plus a 49" TV (with cable, Netflix, and Amazon Prime). All the bedding is non-allergenic. There is a very spacious walk-in shower enclosure within an ensuite bathroom. The apartment also is equipped with modest kitchenette facilities consisting of a microwave, fridge, toaster, coffeemaker and simple tableware/utensils. A contemporary dining table and four chairs completes the apartment, a lovely place to unwind and from which to explore Door County.
If this unit is rented, please consider the neighboring (and again, private) larger unit, VRBO #1658362. For larger parties, booking both units at once provides for an amazing family experience.
Green Gables is GROWING (both in the garden, and in great places to stay....!)
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Ephraim
Located in Ephraim, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Peninsula State Park, while Francis Hardy Gallery and Frykman Studio Gallery are cultural highlights. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Peg Egan Performing Arts Center 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 hiking and cycling nearby.
Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 90 min drive
Restaurants
Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - 5 min drive
Husby's Food & Spirits - 5 min drive
Sister Bay Bowl - 5 min drive
Sip - 6 min walk
Peach Barn Farmhouse & Brewery - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is THE CHARM of DOOR COUNTY - Cuteness and elegance combined! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at THE CHARM of DOOR COUNTY - Cuteness and elegance combined!?
As of 14 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE CHARM of DOOR COUNTY - Cuteness and elegance combined! on 28 May, 2026 start from S$270, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at THE CHARM of DOOR COUNTY - Cuteness and elegance combined!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at THE CHARM of DOOR COUNTY - Cuteness and elegance combined!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at THE CHARM of DOOR COUNTY - Cuteness and elegance combined!?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is THE CHARM of DOOR COUNTY - Cuteness and elegance combined! located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Eagle Harbor and Lake Michigan. Francis Hardy Gallery and Frykman Studio Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is a very beautifully decorated and comfortable condo. It was also well located to get to where we wanted to visit in Door County. We really enjoyed our stay.
Birch was a roomy and comfy property for our weekend get away to Door County. The location was perfect for exploring along highway 42 with restaurants, galleries and coffee close by. Loved it !!!
Great place to stay and owner was great to work with. It’s a bit dated interior and not much of a “kitchenette.” It’s just the bathroom sink—but worked out fine for the purpose of our stay. Also very very clean!
Love staying at this location. This is my 3rd stay. The location is so convenient. Colin has thought of everything to make our stay wonderful. Comfy bed and fluffly big towels, and lovely shower with plenty of water pressure. There's a Keurig coffee maker, an electric teapot, a microwave, and fridge. So welcoming. We will stay there on our next trip to DC for sure.
Lovely home, very well appointed and maintained- we found Birch Retreat to be the perfect place to begin & end our 5-night in Door County. We thoroughly enjoyed the property and highly recommend it!
We had an enjoyable stay at The Birch. It was clean and had everything we needed for the few days we were in Door County. Door County never disappoints!
The Birch Retreat was adorable, well appointed, and exactly as presented on the site. Colin, the host, was easily accessible, very helpful and friendly. The grounds were beautiful and the location perfect for getting around Door Co. Definately book it!
This is my second time in the Birch Retreat. The property is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is in a great location. Colin is a gracious host. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Janet P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2023
Thanks for the kind words Janet, I’m so glad that Green Gables has become a go-to place for you. It’s nice to know that great visitors are now returning here year after year. Eventually we’ll all know each other!
About the host
Hosted by Colin Welford
I am a musician - an orchestra conductor of ballet and Broadway musicals, a pianist and composer - originally from Manchester, England. I first landed in the U.S. (more than a few years ago!) as a grad student in Miami. Since then, music-making has led me to visit (or live in) all sorts of places on five different continents: From Shreveport to Budapest, The Philippines to Swaziland. Of course, along the way I've enjoyed, encountered, or endured hospitality of all styles: a room-for-rent in a stranger's house (100% language barrier included), corporate apartments, a corrugated-tin shack in the jungle, hotels ranging from 5 to 0 stars, cruise-ships, dive-boats and leaky barges, private island mega-mansions, African desert tents - and more lately, a very high floor in a glass and steel skyscraper! I had been working in vibrant Chicago where I was the Music Director of "Hamilton" for almost three years. At the same time I frequently found myself heading North to Door County, WI - a very special and different place, with all the 'small-town' charm and ways of a bygone era; whether during its pristine white winters, fresh springtime greens, its exciting summer buzz, or the stupendous fall colors.
I like meeting people of all ages and from different places and walks of life, and am interested in art, architecture and history, while being ever on the lookout for completely new experiences. I enjoy scuba-diving (I’m a licensed PADI Assistant Instructor - although I’m probably a bit rusty), longer-than-planned hikes, creating music & lyrics and outrageously improbable plot-lines for new comedic musicals, escape rooms, chess, puzzles, campfires (but NOT at Green Gables!), playing games on my iPhone that keep me up all night, foreign films, LEGO, and reading.
Languages:
English
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