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Waterfront Island-View Retreat on Rileys Point - Private Door County Escape

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Property grounds
State Park- 10 min. away
Beach
SUP and kayak rentals
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Place, Snake Island
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Potawatomi State Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Sturgeon Bay Bridge
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Garage/Recreational Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Waterfront Island-View Retreat on Rileys Point - Private Door County Escape

Welcome to your Door County escape

If you’re looking for quiet water, room to breathe, and a front-row seat to nature, this waterfront retreat delivers. Set along the shoreline of Rileys Point in southern Door County, this home offers privacy, calm bay views, and space to reconnect. Wake to still water and the sound of the bay. Spend your days paddling or exploring, and end the night around a fire or a slow meal with people you love.

The Home
Recently updated with brand-new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire main living space, the home feels fresh, warm, and comfortable from the moment you step in.
Inside you’ll find:
• Open-concept living space with expansive water views
• Large windows that fill the space with natural light
• Comfortable seating and cozy gathering areas
• Fully equipped kitchen + outdoor grill for easy meals
• 2 bedrooms with queen beds
• Queen sleeper sofa in the living room
• Spacious garage hangout/game area with queen pull-out (seasonal use)
• Full bathroom on main floor + additional half bath
• Extra recreation space in the basement
The layout is ideal for couples, families, and small groups looking for both together-time and room to spread out.

Outdoor Living
Step outside to a peaceful shoreline setting. Lounge in Adirondack chairs, watch boats drift by, spot wildlife, or simply breathe in the fresh lake air. Whether it’s coffee in the morning or drinks at dusk, this property makes slowing down easy.

Water Access & Adventure
You’re just steps from the water with opportunities to kayak, paddleboard, or launch a boat nearby. It’s an ideal home base for exploring the shoreline and getting out on the water.

Explore Door County
The home is a short drive to the shops, dining, and galleries of Sturgeon Bay and close to some of Door County’s best outdoor destinations:
• Trails, beaches & scenic overlooks at Potawatomi State Park
• Peninsula trails & shoreline views at Peninsula State Park
• Dramatic cliffs & crystal water at Cave Point County Park
• Local culture & history at the Door County Maritime Museum
Hike, bike, paddle, explore, or do nothing at all. It’s all right here.

Your Door County Memory Starts Here
Peaceful when you want it. Adventure when you’re ready for it. A waterfront retreat designed for connection, relaxation, and lasting memories.
Book your stay and experience Door County from the water’s edge.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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 complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the sheets and bedding as is on the beds. No need to strip the bedding or make the beds. Place only the used towels on top of the wash machine. Do NOT start the load.
We like to inspect and wash everything a specific way. Thank you!😊
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Cleaning of fish is not permitted on the property.
No parties/gatherings/events, as the maximum number of guests is 6.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 39-56-2795-00
Property # 2894286
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

About the neighborhood

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Sturgeon Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Snake Island - 13 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Potawatomi State Park - 22 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Sherwood Point Lighthouse - 23 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 27 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Door County Historical Museum - 29 min drive - 19.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Renard's Cheese - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Morning Glory Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rouer's Roadhouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Castaways on the Bay - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Island-View Retreat on Rileys Point - Private Door County Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Island-View Retreat on Rileys Point - Private Door County Escape?

As of Jun 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Island-View Retreat on Rileys Point - Private Door County Escape on Jun 2, 2026 start from $443, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Island-View Retreat on Rileys Point - Private Door County Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Island-View Retreat on Rileys Point - Private Door County Escape?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Island-View Retreat on Rileys Point - Private Door County Escape located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 9 mi (15 km) of Potawatomi State Park and IdleWild Golf Club. Hi-Cliff Park and Sherwood Point Lighthouse are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway! Beautiful setting! Loved the location and the view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, well-supplied. We appreciated the extra nightlights about, laundry facilities, lovely sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at this lakefront property. Beautiful sunrises, nice backyard to lounge and drink coffee with a well kept and clean home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

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

Family getaway

This place was great, and owner was responsive, I very much hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is located south of the hustle and bustle of Door County, but close enough for day trips anywhere on the peninsula. Added bonus: there is a restaurant a block away with a great view of the West sky.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Nice place

Enjoyed the peace and quiet - very fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey E.

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

Peaceful and fun

Perfect place to have fun and decompress Can’t wait to come back Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

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

Sturgeon Bay retreat

We had a wonderful few days in Little Sturgeon Bay. The hosts were wonderful and also run a restaurant/bar that's a short walk from the property. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Relaxing Stay

We had a perfect stay during our late fall visit. Our host kept us informed along the way and was very responsive. The home had everything we needed to enjoy the fall colors and the beautiful view of the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here and would recommend to anyone interested! Perfect place for two couples. Plenty of space. Kitchen was fully stocked. Everything was exactly as described. Easy to access and use. AND GORGEOUS VIEW!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel U.

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

Excellent Getaway!!

My family and I really enjoyed our stay here!! Our host was quick to respond to any questions we had. The area was very peaceful and still close enough to Sturgeon Bay to enjoy all the great activities! Would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice trip to the Bay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Qi Z.

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

Beautiful getaway

We loved our stay. The property is right on the lake, so we had the pleasure of watching the sunset everyday. We also loved that large groups of white pelicans flew in and stayed on the nearby water every night, which is quite a sight to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

Family Getaway

Our stay was wonderful. The view was wonderful, sunrises, sunsets, and the bay. We enjoyed the accommodations, everything was clean and comfortable. Perfect for our family of 4 with college-aged kids, everyone had their own space. We explored Sturgeon Bay, Sister Bay, etc. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can not rave enough about this property or the host enough. Arrival was smooth, amenities were wonderful (including the little things that we didn’t even think of like ice), views were breathtaking. My sisters and I travel with our 87 year old mother once a year. This will definitely be our go to place! Thank you Brenda!
2025
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nancy c.

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

Door county vacation

The property was on Green Bay with an awsome view. Used the house as base camp to explore Door county. Had a excellent fish fry on Friday at the" Sunset on Rileys point." Overall a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melodie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Island View Retreat - A Hidden Gem!Our stay at the Waterfront Island View Retreat on Rileys Point was everything we hoped for and more. The home is tucked away in a quiet, serene part of Southern Door County and offers absolutely stunning water views - the kind you just want to sit and soak in all day. We spent plenty of time out there and loved the firepit at night.The location was peaceful, but still close enough to enjoy everything the area has to offer - wineries, charming towns, parks, and great restaurants.Our host was warm, responsive, and made sure our stay was seamless from start to finish. This place truly feels like a secret getaway - we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Half Century Weekend Getaway

Beautiful location that is convenient to all that Door county has to offer. My spouse and I stayed celebrating my 50th birthday. Neighborhood was great. Home was easy to find and get to, and is just as it was described in the listing. Overall, great experience. If there was anything to nitpick, it was that we got the check in information fairly close to check-in, so we’d left home before knowing we’d be able to get in. We obviously did get the information and the place was great. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Joan D.

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

50th Anniversary week

Wonderful place to spend a week. Loved waking up to a panoramic water view each morning. Especially loved the sunrises, sunsets and Northern lights at the house and around the Door Co peninsula. Very clean, well equipped homey house. Did the PO fish boil, boat rides, Johnson's restaurant, Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay, Peninsula Theater and Wilson's ice cream. Most fun was exploring little out of way places along both shores to watch waves. Thanks Brenda and Chris for your hospitality and our thoughtful beautiful 50th Ann. floral arrangement.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 14, 2024
It was a pleasure hosting Bob and Joan for their 50th wedding anniversary. We hope to see them again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Great Fall weekend in Door County

The owners were very accommodating & helpful, as they live near by. The rooms are clean & offers a great view of the bay. In season, check out the local restaurant Sunset on Reilly’s Point. You can walk there. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

What a view!

My husband and I enjoyed a long weekend here for a quick getaway during peak leaf season. Check in/out was a breeze and the house was tidy and exactly as described. When we weren’t exploring Potawatomi state park or Sturgeon Bay, we were mesmerized by the amazing view of the bay out the back windows. Just breathtaking! Bring binoculars to fully enjoy watching the birds and boaters.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Juleen C.

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

Good Location

Clean home, good view of the water, nice gas grill, plenty of outside chairs, location was private enough with just a short drive to town
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

'lynn@elitecognitionllc.com'

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

Lovely lakeside property

We had a last minute vacation change and decided to try out Little Sturgeon. It is a lovely home that has a lot of space to be together or take break. It is conveniently located close to a beach and has amazing sunrises and sunsets. We were able to relax, take day trips into other Door County Towns to explore. Brenda was amazing to work with. We especially like the Kayak and paddle board rental for a quick and easy adventure. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

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

Great Lake-Side Cabin

Just what we wanted, a quiet "up north" cabin on the lake. Cannot beat the views and the sunsets. Kitchen, LR, 2 BR's & Bath are all updated & comfortable. Newer appliances and a super gas grill outside. Quiet bay neighborhood away from the more crowded tourist areas, but easy driving to the Door County activities. We enjoyed cherry-picking, kayaking, wine & cider tasting along with the pelicans and active bird house on the lakeside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

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

Great property in a quiet and beutiful neighborhood.

Booked a last minute weekend stay for the family. Would stay again and recommend to all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan o.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

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