Our 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom (1,800 sq. ft) cottage home is a wonderful place to call home while visiting the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and the Bayfield, WI area. We are located in the historic district of Bayfield and a 5 - 6 minute walk (hills included) to the downtown area which hosts many quaint shops, restaurants, grocery store, city park with gazebo, city marina, and a 20 minute ferry service to the pearls of Madeline Island. The Big Top Chautauqua, a summer must for lively entertainment, is only 2 miles south of town. Blueberry, strawberry, apple and raspberry picking, a favorite family activity from local farms, is only minutes away (during appropriate seasons). We can host up to 8 people.
Our first level of the home features a bedroom with a double bed, full bath with shower/tub combo immediately across the hall, living room, kitchen, dining room, laundry room and a large exterior deck.
On the second level you will find a Master bedroom with a queen bed, 3rd bedroom with 2 twin beds, a 4th bedroom with a full size bed along with a shared bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Our large deck is the perfect place to enjoy our flower gardens and a cup of coffee before heading out to explore what the Bayfield area has to offer. Sit down for dinner on the deck where friends and family can build wonderful memories to take home.
Walk out our front door and across the street to the iconic, brownstone building which hosts the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Headquarters. The center offers orientation and information, camping permits, museum exhibits, a park film and the America’s National Parks bookstore.
While staying at the Gichi Gami House, you are in the land of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, the hub of the Chippewa nation. The Red Cliff Reservation is conveniently located 2 miles north of Bayfield on Hwy 2. There, you’ll find Legendary Waters Resort & Casino and the Copper Crow Distillery, the only native run distillery in the country. Share stories with others over a shot of gin or vodka. On Madeline Island in the town of La Pointe, an easy 20 minute ferry ride from Bayfield, is the Madeline Island Museum which features artifacts of local native tribes, relics of French fur traders dating back to 1693, and early missionaries who with local natives established the fur post. People of the Chippewa nation refer to the lake as Gichi Gami, the “Great Sea”.
Some of the amenities you will find at our home include: Gas fireplace in living room, grill, Smart TV (bring your login credentials for Netflix, Prime, Hulu, etc), internet, WiFi, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, heating, air conditioning, towels, linens and two parking spaces in front of the garage (more street parking available in front of the home).
Please note that there are 3 steps to enter the front entry and approximately 6 to enter onto the deck from the back. Note, access to the upstairs bedrooms is from a 16 step staircase. All guests will be required to sign a Short Term Rental agreement once they have booked our home.
The house and outdoor spaces are yours to enjoy. Please note that the garage is off limits. Only registered guests are allowed in the home and on the property.
Security Cameras: Similar to other vacation rental homes, we have Ring doorbell cameras located at the front door and back door of the home. As you would expect, the audio recording has been turned off.
Military Personnel Discount: We offer a 10% discount on the nightly rate (not including fees and taxes) for active, retired, and reserve military personnel. Please contact us prior to reservation and present your current military ID or DD214 for the discount.
7 night minimum rental per city of Bayfield short term rental ordinance
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Guests are required to sign a Short Term Rental Agreement after booking and all guests who will be staying must be listed.
No parties or events shall be hosted while staying with us. Smoking is not allowed in the home or on the property.
Late check outs are not allowed. If late checking out, an additional fee of $425 will be charged.
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Property # 3694942vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the area
Bayfield
Bayfield is home to this holiday home. Bayfield Heritage Museum and Bayfield Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Apostle Islands Marina and Madeline Island Ferry Line.
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Bayfield Carnegie Library - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Bayfield Heritage Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Apostle Islands Marina - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Bayfield Maritime Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Restaurants
Copper Crow - 7 min drive
Pier Plaza - 9 min walk
Morty's Pub - 7 min walk
Bates Art Bar - 6 min walk
Manypenny Bistro - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Entire Home located in historical district pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Entire Home located in historical district?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Entire Home located in historical district on 29 May 2026 start from £614, 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 Entire Home located in historical district?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Entire Home located in historical district?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Entire Home located in historical district?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Entire Home located in historical district located?
Situated in Bayfield, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Lake Superior and Apostle Islands Marina. Christ Episcopal Church and Bayfield Carnegie Library are just steps away.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
House was perfect for a quick overnight before visiting the Apostle Islands. Great location and met all of our needs. Owner communicated well and was great to work with. We would definitely stay here again.
Very easy to book. The house is spacious and clean. Great communication thorough out the entire process. We were even offered early check-in and late check-out since it worked with the schedule. Check-in and check-out were easy. Would stay here again!
My family and I stopped in Bayfield while traveling through Northern WI in the late fall. What a beautiful town! We were welcomed to the Gichi Gami house by a warm and cozy fireplace which made us feel nice after a long day of traveling. The house had plenty of space and kitchen well stocked. The local artwork throughout the home was a nice touch. The host was very responsive to our needs and questions. We will come back for a longer stay next time!
Moe A.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your late fall trip to Bayfield and look forward to hosting you again!
The house is in a perfect location. An easy walk to town and directly across from the visitor's center. The yard is beautifully landscaped and the deck provides a nice place to sit and enjoy the view. The house is very well furnished and decorated so you feel like you are staying in someone's personal space. The house is equipped with anything you could possibly need during your stay. Monica, the host, was helpful with advice of things to do during our stay and available for questions. This property gets a 5 star rating.
Four generations of family from teenagers to grandparents found rest and relaxation at the Gichi Gami House in Bayfield! It was the perfect set up for both privacy and community. The location was perfect for a walk into town and only a block from a picturesque bridge with nature trails. We enjoyed working a puzzle together in the evenings and the kitchen was well- equipped to eat in after a full day of kayaking. Lots of natural light during the day. Everything was very clean and comfortable. Each room was tastefully decorated, and the common areas had an abundance of natural light. Monica was easy to communicate with and answered all of our questions cheerfully and promptly. She was professional and accessible, and we are excited for a return trip!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2024
You and your family were such great guests! Thank you so much.
About the host
Hosted by Monica Temperly
I am assisting my friend Daniel with managing his vacation home. We both have loved owning homes in Bayfield and visiting the area for many years. The following information is from Daniel--- When I lived in the Cities in 1984, I along with family, came up to Bayfield for a summer birthday weekend and discovered a place that brought out the best in me. We have returned annually since then, even after moving out to California. Bayfield was etched into my system. The food, people, sights, sounds, kayak expeditions and simple, wholesome hanging out with family brought us to buy a house in 2004. Every year, we leave the speed of California and decelerate into simplicity, cookouts, and dinners on the deck with occasional walks into town and visits to local concerts in the park, performances at the Big Top Chautauqua, and berry picking at the local berry farms. Our own little Lake Wobegon! A dream come true with Apple Fest in October and an art faire in September.
Why they chose this property
Gichi Gami House is located on a square in the historic section of Bayfield, just across the street from the brownstone Apostle Islands Lakeshore headquarters. In 2004, children who lived on the square would gather in the late afternoon and early evening and play “night games” until 10 pm, when all would retreat to theirown homes to wait for the next day to do the same. As expected, they all grew upand now bring their own families back to recreate what they had. It’s a wonderful neighborhood. Now, when sitting on the deck, we watch the vacationers and park rangers in their busy comings and goings along with an occasional bald eagle flying overhead.
What makes this property unique
Located in the picturesque historic district, it’s an easy downhill walk into town, at the most 5-6 minutes. There you’ll discover boutique shops, groceries, numerous eateries, ferries to Madeline Island, the recreation center with a lap pool, jacuzzi, and workout room, hardware store, and the spectacular Wonderstate coffee shop on Rittenhouse Ave. Walking back to Gichi Gumi House is a calorie burner, taking about 8-9 minutes, and nice time to share stories with each other about your experience in town. Needless to say, it creates the opportunity once arriving back to the house, to have a glass of wine or your favorite beverage, perhaps a snack, and conversation before a nice meal and settling into the evening. When time to return home, we’re already planning on the next years visit.