Located in Bayfield, this bed & breakfast is in the city center. Madeline Island Ferry Line and Apostle Islands Cruises are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowmobiling.
beach near Memorial Park Annex - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Apostle Islands Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
beach near Bayfield City Dock - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 112 min drive
Restaurants
The Pub Restaurant and Wine Bar - 15 min drive
Manypenny Bistro - 5 min walk
Pier Plaza - 4 min walk
Bodin Fishery - 7 min walk
Morty's Pub - 3 min walk
About this property
Bayfield Pilot House "Crows Nest", Sleeps 2, Lake Views, 1 block from Ferry.
The Pilot House "Crow's Nest". Excellent lake views! Downtown Bayfield location at the corner of 1st Street and Washington Avenue. Just 1 block from the Madeline Island Ferry. 1-3 blocks from beaches, and kayak rentals, with coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques, galleries, museums, marinas, and the library all within a short walk. The Iron Bridge Trail is just up the hill—no car needed. The best location for Lake & Down Town Views and for the Point to La Point Swim in August.
2nd dlevel with 17 steps! The "Crows Nest" Sleeps 2 and has breath taking views of Madeline Island off in the distance and looks over the top of the downtown Bayfield area. Walk to everything. Breakfast Blue Berry Muffins, yogurts, orange & grape juice. Coffee maker with coffee and condiments in room along with a Mini Refrigerator. Guests may use our Ice Machine in refrigerator and microwave. Paper plates, plastic forks, knives, spoons next to refrigerator in dining room.
After making a reservation, we will email you and you must immediately reply to our email (not VRBO messaging) with your full address, names of guests, there addresses and which are adults and children and their addresses, for Wisconsin Guest Registry Statute. Please reply to our email we will send you within 1 hour with this information. After we receive, we will email you a door code, arrival & departure instructions.
Thank You! Jack Armstrong Apostle Rentals The Pilot House Bayfield, WI.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 13-17
8 years or older
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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:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Winter, you must have an all wheel drive vehicle for our steep Driveway at The Pilot House.
Rooms are cleaned after your stay.
Quiet time is 10 PM - 8:00 AM. No loud outdoor music.
After making a reservation you must give us your full address including city, state, zip. We need this for Wisconsin Guest Registry Statute.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 26-2667029
Property # 884138
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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock
Frequently asked questions
Is Bayfield Pilot House "Crows Nest", Sleeps 2, Lake Views, 1 block from Ferry. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Bayfield Pilot House "Crows Nest", Sleeps 2, Lake Views, 1 block from Ferry.?
As of Sep 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bayfield Pilot House "Crows Nest", Sleeps 2, Lake Views, 1 block from Ferry. on May 16, 2027 start from $136, 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 Bayfield Pilot House "Crows Nest", Sleeps 2, Lake Views, 1 block from Ferry.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bayfield Pilot House "Crows Nest", Sleeps 2, Lake Views, 1 block from Ferry.?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bayfield Pilot House "Crows Nest", Sleeps 2, Lake Views, 1 block from Ferry. located?
Located in the heart of Bayfield, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Madeline Island Ferry Line and Lake Superior. Bayfield Carnegie Library and Bayfield Heritage Museum are also within 5 minutes.
Bayfield Pilot House "Crows Nest", Sleeps 2, Lake Views, 1 block from Ferry. Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Jack was a great host and went out of his way to make our stay an enjoyable one. The Crow's Nest has a great view, but there are a few stairs to negotiate in and out so be aware.I highly recommend this venue for anyone visiting Bayfield!
We had a great stay. We loved the comfortable bed and views from communal balconies were fantastic! Host was friendly and easy to communicate with. Very clean accommodations. We would have enjoyed better coffee in a ceramic mug instead of hotel room coffee maker with paper cups.
Jack is a fantastic host. The place was in a perfect location with everything just a few minutes' walk away. Also, Jack made us feel at home, and we would highly recommend staying there.
Jack met us at arrival, walked us through the property, explained the history and significance of the property. We had the privacy we wanted, but enjoyed meeting other guests on the two shared patios and dining area. The properties very centrally located, we walked to most of our activities and meals, only driving if we left town. There is a great hiking trail only one block from the house.
Overall our stay was positive. Room and large bathroom with very nice decor/interior. Great views from bedroom but had to be standing or sitting on the two hightop chairs provided in order to enjoy the water views as the surrounding window placement was high in the room. That being said, you really can enjoy being king of the hill as long as you're ok with climbing the very steep driveway and steep set of stairs that get you to the Crow's Nest! Brilliant views from the main level of the house and the two mid-size decks. Jack was welcoming and hospitable in giving us a nice intro to the house and a brief lay of the land in the very pleasant town of Bayfield. Nice light breakfast including delicious blueberry muffins! Thanks much Jack!
Its a great view of Bayfield and a nice spot to stay at with great accommodations (breakfast, 2 decks, glassware). The Crows Nest is very cozy and a great spot to spend the night and go explore the surrounding area during the day.The host is very personable.Only thing of note is to be careful on the driveway. When you do it once, you can do it everytime!
We spent four nights here and found it very comfortable and enjoyable. Close to everything in downtown Bayfield - we could easily walk to all of the restaurants and shops, as well as the Apostle Islands Cruises and the ferry to Madeline Island. The hosts were very friendly and readily available if anything was needed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Mark B.
Jul 2, 2017
Had a very nice stay!
Warm, well-kept, and the owner Jack was full of good advice for the local restaurants and other goings on.
Nice place to stay, right by the lake. Unfortunately the Jacuzzi was out of order. Everything else was too notch, will stay at again when we go back to the area.