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Insta-worthy Waterfront Cottage with Hot Tub

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Unwind and relax in the 6 person hot tub overlooking the water.
Enjoy the beautiful lake views at Paddler on the Bay
Kayaks available for use (May-September)
Enjoy amazing lake views while eating dinner or relaxing in the living room.
Picture yourself relaxing in this hammock watching the sunset over the bay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ellison Bay, WI
  • Place, Ellison Bluff State Natural Area
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Linden Gallery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Clearing Folk School
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Insta-worthy Waterfront Cottage with Hot Tub

Looking for a vacation home that has it all? Look no further. There’s something magical about Paddler on the Bay. Imagine waking up in the morning stepping out onto your deck to watch the sunrise over the bay and gaze at the crystal clear water right below your feet, hearing the sounds of nature, and smelling the lush green forest. You can’t get anymore waterfront than here at Paddler on the Bay. Walk 10 steps to the dock to launch the supplied kayaks (June-September), or cast a line to watch in anticipation for that bobber to go down. Or watch the fire in the sky in the hot tub as the sun sets over the bay. If water isn’t your jam, play a game of bags in the backyard, enjoy a campfire at the fire pit, or ride your bikes (e-bikes also available for additional fee) less than a mile to explore the town or take a 5 minute car ride into Sister Bay to be in the middle of the action. Endless opportunities await you here at one of the most ideal locations in Door County. Memories WILL be made here.

Please note - there are exterior surveillance cameras located around the property recording 24/7 (front yard, garage, front door, and rear deck). While we want to ensure you have a wonderful experience, we have better things to do than spend our time spying on our guests - the cameras are more for safety and liability reasons.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the neighborhood

Ellison Bay

Located in Ellison Bay, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lake Michigan and Newport State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Trueblood Performing Arts Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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What's nearby

  • Ellison Bluff State Natural Area - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Linden Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Clearing Folk School - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Sister Bay Marina - 8 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Sister Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 10.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Husby's Food & Spirits - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sister Bay Bowl - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Peach Barn Farmhouse & Brewery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Island Orchard Cider - ‬3 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! Everything was perfect at this place and the view was incredible. The coffee selection was wonderful and the s’more kit was really cute and the hot tub was well loved. Perfect location! We were thrilled with everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for a little getaway, had everything we needed and was for beautiful and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming hosts. We had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. A nice and inviting property. Great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the time and property was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was friendly and communicated well. Cabin was clean, cozy and had all the amenities we needed and then some. The hot tub on the deck over looking the beautiful water views was the highlight of our stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time and it accommodated our girls weekend perfectly. Great views, we got good use out of the kayaks, and lots of relaxing reading time by the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean home with an amazing view. Our family enjoyed all the amenities. The hosts were wonderful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Paddler-on-the-Bay. The house is gorgeous, clean, and well-appointed. The location on the water is perfect, and we appreciated being able to use the recreational items provided, such as the kayaks, life vests, hot tub, and ping-pong table.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything at Paddler on the Bay was impeccable! From the spaciousness and cleanliness to the well-equipped kitchen and small “in case you forgot” incidentals, it had everything we needed! The place itself was amazing from its lake view with hot tub on the deck to its beautifully decorated and super comfortable rooms! I would recommend Paddler on the Bay to anyone who is looking for the perfect getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The paddler on the bay is a beautiful lakefront home, clearly designed to make guests feel right at home. Thoughtful amenities like kayaking and ping pong made our stay even better. The view from the deck is stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed Paddler on the Bay for 4 nights and it was terrific. The house is very nicely appointed and very well stocked. The managers were very organized and communicated very clearly...and quickly if we had any questions. The house has a great view of the bay. It's a 5 star house!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Door County Vacation

Wonderful property. Clean with great views of the bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shana F.

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

Fantastic property

Everything was as expected and the property is beautiful. This part of Ellison Bay is perfect for tranquil paddle boarding and kayaking. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

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

Girls Weekend!

Paddler on the Bay is an awesome vacation home in Ellison Bay, right on the water! We enjoyed the location, cozy atmosphere and amenities. The hosts were extremely friendly and reached out a few times to make sure everything was just perfect - it truly was!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 2nd visit to Door County and this time we brought our friends and stayed at this beautiful, quiet, and well appointed cottage. The hosts were quick to answer any questions we had and have really thought of just about everything to make your stay comfortable. We tried to take advantage of everything this rental had to offer… kayaks, bikes, games, coffee, plenty of space, clean and organized kitchen, etc. It was a great place to make our home for the week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele T.

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

Spring break trip

We have had a lot of stays through VRBO, this was by far the best house. It was very clean and well decorated. It had everything we needed and the lake view hot tub was great. Quiet time of year, but still had some restaurants and wineries open. We had a great time and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally O.

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

Fabulous fishing weekend!

Five star stay! We stayed for 3 nights and 3 days of fishing and fun. Our boys kayaked twice a day in between fishing trips all over the peninsula, ending each day in the hot tub. We got to enjoy the fire pit one s’mores filled evening too. Super clean, warm and welcoming lake house accommodated the needs of our whole party. We would definitely recommend and rent here again : )
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Had a good time.

Everything went well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Puddler Bay Cottage was a perfect spot for our friends summer weekend together. We founs ourselves using the Kayaks all weekend weather it be for fishing, to get better views of the Bay or paddle to the nearest sandy beach. There was more then enough room for 8 adults. Kayla was easy to get ahold of and checked in to make sure we didnt need anything during our stay. I would book with them again the next time I venture to Door County
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabina C.

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

Family Trip

We had a great 3-day stay at this property. The house was spotless upon arrival, which is a big plus in my book ;) The highlight of the whole trip was the jacuzzi, since the weather wasn't spoiling us. Beautiful house right on the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 13, 2024
You were all wonderful guests, and we invite you to stay again. Yes, relaxing in the hot tub overlooking the crystal clear water is difficult to beat!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

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

60 bday gathering

Had a wonderful time at a beautiful clean home. Thank you for great memories
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

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

Bit of Paradise

The location was perfect. It was close to all the amenities of Door County, but, far enough away for solitude and waterviews. The home was meticulous, gorgeous and homey.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 19, 2024
We appreciate your compliments, Jacqueline! You were such a perfect guest, and thanks for the referral. Come back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol s.

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

Fun on the water

The location is great. Very quiet setting. Safe to be out on the water in the kayaks provided, even for young children as there is not a lot of boat traffic in this bay. The house is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Lake House Beauty

My husband and I booked this last minute after a friend of ours stayed here. We fell in love with the space and the hot tub. Very relaxing time and look forward to hopefully coming back again on our next trip to Door County.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2024
We feel blessed to have you stay at our property and so happy you enjoyed yourselves. We welcome you to come back again!
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