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Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck)

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A wooden deck with wicker furniture, a small table with a fire feature, and a view of trees.
A cozy living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a dining area with a red table and chairs, and a kitchen with white cabinets and a clock.
A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden door, a wall clock, a coat rack, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.
A two-story house with a deck, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
A forested area with potted plants and rocks.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Near the bay, this vacation home offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 7 guests. Adventure activities include birdwatching, tubing, and hiking. Enjoy outdoor areas featuring a balcony, patio, and deck, along with access to nearby golf. The stay is pet-friendly, and attractions include Sherwood Point Lighthouse and Hi-Cliff Park.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dog-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Place, Sherwood Point Lighthouse
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Egg Harbor Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Peninsula State Park
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck)

Clean, bright and airy home on Sherwood Point, nestled amongst the trees just 15 minutes West of Sturgeon Bay in the Town of Nasewaupee - across the street from the Sherwood Point Lighthouse.

Fully equipped 2 Bedroom (a Queen Bed in the Master Bedroom and 2 Queen Beds in the Loft). In the Large Loft there is an additional Queen Blow-Up Bed if needed. 1 roomy full bathroom provides ample space and includes washer/dryer within. Home includes forced air heat/air conditioning, washer/dryer, dishwasher, fridge, full-sized oven/range, and microwave. At the footsteps of upper Door County!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Welcome to stay, but smoking must be outside.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2078790vb
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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Sturgeon Bay

Located in Sturgeon Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Potawatomi State Park, while Door County Maritime Museum and Margaret Lockwood Gallery are cultural highlights. Third Avenue PlayWorks and The Garden Door are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Sturgeon Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Sherwood Point Lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Potawatomi State Park - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Egg Harbor Beach - 40 min drive - 57.8 km
  • Peninsula State Park - 48 min drive - 70.6 km
  • Cana Island Lighthouse - 59 min drive - 78.6 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront Mary's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪5th and Jefferson Coffee House - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck) located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps away from Sherwood Point Lighthouse and Lake Michigan. Hi-Cliff Park is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 147 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded, quite and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet property and the perfect spot for relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described. Very happy with our stay. Lovely wooded neighborhood. Quiet for enjoying the deck and taking walks. Nice short walk to see the lake. No beach access there but we enjoyed it regardless. So much to do in the area! Amazing time spent!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serine, clean, lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing . The house is beautiful and laid out nicely. Everything we needed or wanted was available. We are excited to return next summer to this home and location worked so well!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, cozy place to stay for a retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as pictured/described-such a beautiful, quiet property! The host was always fast to respond leading up to the stay. The house is nicely decorated and the kitchen fully stocked with everything needed to cook. We would love to come back in other seasons as well to enjoy this tranquil and charming spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here! Was so cute and simple- perfect for our girls trip. Kitchen had plenty of utensils and dishes for us to cook a few meals there. Beds were comfy with plenty of extra pillows and blankets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying there 4 years in a row, plan on going back next year. Everything is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is absolutely wonderful! Very clean, comfortable beds, lots of extra blankets, and fully stocked. The property was gorgeous, and the dogs loved running around. Host had very clear and reasonable instructions for rules and check in and out. Pet fees were reasonable, no complaints from us! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent 3 nights in this lovely home and thoroughly enjoyed our experience! The home was really cute, clean and perfect for our family of 4 (plus our dog)! We were close enough to all the activities in door county, but had a feeling of privacy and seclusion when we got back to the home. There were lots of games to play when it was rainy. My kids really enjoyed sleeping in the loft! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything from booking to checking out was easy and professional. The house was exactly as described and thoroughly cleaned and equipped with everything you need. The owners were available and very responsive to answer any questions. I would strongly recommend this house for anyone who wants the ease of exploring Door County yet wants to recharge away from all the hustle and bustle. Our only negative is wishing we could have stayed longer ... our brief stay was consumed with a wedding to attend, but plan to be back in the future! PS - bonus we were blessed to watch one of the sunsets over the bay at the "old" launch access right down the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in door county!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was as advertised and had everything anyone would need. It was close enough to all the places to check out but away from all the hustle and bustle
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Nice getaway for week!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

We really enjoyed our stay. Location was great, hosts were great, and house was perfect for us on our vacation. Overall excellent stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed the quietness of the location. Lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and property

The place is amazing and we will be booking again next year very soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place!

An excellent cabin to stay on the bay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful a
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was well stocked and accommodating. Fireplace was wonderful and cozy. Owner was very responsive and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property

The house was very clean and in a great location. We loved the short walk to see the water. I was very happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and relaxing stay

A wonderful location that is perfect to relax yet close enough to everything Door County has to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful home! Quiet area - just outside town far enough to feel secluded.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful accommodations and location

Loved our time here, great location, great space for family of 4, very well stocked kitchen which was very handy. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tom Brolin

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We are a young couple from Southeast Wisconsin and we just bought this second home to enjoy with our two daughters, fulfilling our dream of having an amazing place to get away for a respite when desired.

Why they chose this property

We found this property when walking with our brother/brother-in-law and ran into the original owners/builders of the property when it wasn't even for sale! They were so proud of their home they mentioned they may be interested in selling - since it was the second home of our dreams, well maintained, and near family, it was a match made in happy. Not to mention it's SO close to all the amenities Door County has to offer!

What makes this property unique

The home is nestled on a hillside in the wonderful wilderness on Sherwood Point near Potawatomi State Park and Idlewild golf course. Almost daily we are greeted by dear watching us through the windows while enjoying our coffee. A local tavern with excellent food (Sawyer Harbor Pub and Grill) is within walking distance and their fish fry on Fridays and prime rib on Saturdays is outstanding! Sturgeon Bay is nearby with excellent shopping at some of our favorite stores including: Bliss Marketplace, Northern Territory, Bayside Bargains, Door County Antiques and Consignment Mall, Cornucopia, and T. Simon Jewelers! Excellent restaurants: Inn at Cedar Crossing, Trattoria Dal Santo, Kick Coffee, 5 and J Coffee to name a few!

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