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Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
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Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4720 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ephraim, WI
  • Place, Ephraim Public Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Peninsula State Park Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Sister Bay Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort

(Host is fluent in English and ASL)
NOTE: This cottage permits 1 dog only because it is a duplex and shares a wall with the cottage next door.
Door County, Wisconsin is a special place in its own right but Ephraim is a quiet village perfect for families that want to experience a simpler life, for couples that want to keep the flame alive, for outdoor enthusiasts that hike, bike or kayak, for gals that want girl time, for guys that love to boat and fish, and for everyone else in between who wants to feel at home while on vacation.

Your cottage, which is located on the Ephraim Village Cottage resort property in Ephraim, WI, has everything you need to relax, unwind, and reconnect with family, friends, and even make new friends. Morning coffee (coffee maker and filters provided) is even more delicious while sitting on the front deck. Chilly nights are cozy while snuggled up next to the fire place. And meals cooked outside on the Weber charcoal grill at your cottage is even more delicious when enjoyed out on the picnic table. Your kitchen is fully stocked (cookware/dishes/serving ware/fridge/oven/microwave), towels are soft, beds are comfy, and of course your cottage is sparkling clean
is a two bedroom (upstairs - 1 queen/2 twin) and full bath Fireside North is a duplex cottage. Bedrooms and bath are upstairs. Bedrooms are carpeted. The living space boasts laminate flooring, a cozy fire place, television, comfy furniture, heat and AC. This townhouse/cottage overlooks our community fire pit and children’s playground. It shares a deck with the attached cottage but there is a divider and each cottage has its own deck furniture.

From your cottage you can enjoy a starry night with adult beverages or mornings with beautiful birdsongs and hot coffee. Walk two minutes to the Ephraim beach for some sun, sand, swim and sunsets. Join the other guests in our surrounding cottages for stories, laughter and smores around the fire pit which boasts seating for 12 in sturdy rockers that support up to 350lbs (plus a bench that supports up to 500 lbs).

Parking is right next to your cottage. Cottage has a max of 2 vehicles. Boosted WiFi is on the house and is strong enough for a working vacation. Cottage includes two AC units. There is a wall unit in the downstairs living area and a window unit in the queen bedroom. Both bedrooms have table fans. The twin bedroom has windows that open. Cottage has working electric heat for chilly nights. The best part, your cottage is the only cottage that faces the interior of the property. If you have children you can watch them play to their hearts content while you just be.

Safety features in this cottage include: smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detector, motion detection lighting in stairwell, night light, emergency flashlight, fire blanket, fire ladder (in twin bedroom).

SECURITY CAMERA DISCLOSURE: A camera pointed at our garbage dumpsters to stave off illegal dumping by non-guests. A camera pointed at the office driveway to monitor guests arriving for check-in. There is a camera on the main house pointed at the live/wood firepit for safety reasons.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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 (limit 1 total)
No Pets on Beds. No exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
DISHES: Wash all dishes used during stay. Leave in rack on counter. Housekeeping does not wash dishes between guests. TOWELS: Put used and unused bath + kitchen towels in mesh bag. Leave in tub.
BEDS: Report ANY stain on the sheets/quilts/blankets, especially blood. We pre-treat all stains before the laundry picks up. Stained sheets are $25 each piece. Quilts $100/each. Blankets $50/each.
KEYS: Leave the door unlocked and the keys hanging inside. Housekeeping does not have a set of keys. TV: Please plug everything back in. Put TV back onto Spectrum for the next guest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If traveling with your dog, you must take your dog with you when you go out for the day. Do not leave your dog(s) unattended. Dog must be crated.
Dogs are not allowed to sleep on beds. No exceptions! Couch cover provided for couch. $100 additional cleaning fee if dog sleeps on any bed/bedding.
$500 fine for smoking/drugs/cats in cottage. Owner allergic to cats. We remove anyone using drugs on our property and we call the police.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Ephraim

Located in Ephraim, this cottage is on a lake. Peninsula State Park Golf Course and Bay Ridge Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Peninsula State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Egg Harbor Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ephraim, WI

What's nearby

  • Eagle Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ephraim Public Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Peninsula State Park Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Sister Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Sister Bay Marina - 9 min drive - 6.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alexander's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stabbur Beer Garden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Husby's Food & Spirits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fireside North @Ephraim Beach on Ephraim Village Cottages Resort located?

This family-friendly Ephraim cottage is located on a lake, just steps away from Eagle Harbor and Lake Michigan. Francis Hardy Gallery and Water Street Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Ruann Larson

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The history of the property you will stay at on your vacation is rich.  The Ephraim Village Cottage property was originally owned by Daryl's grandparents and was part of the Larson Cottages property that is seen from the highway.  In the late 60's Daryl's dad, Roger,  purchased the piece of land that faces Larson Lane, where the Meadowview Cottages sit, and with Daryl's mom Norma, created what was called Meadowview Cottages until the buyout in 2006 by an investor who turned the property into Ephraim Village Cottages.

In 2019 Daryl had the opportunity to bring the property back into the Larson family and on March 5, 2020 it became official.  He is now the third generation owner of the small resort.

Daryl and Ruann live on the property full time as owners and as your hosts.  Daryl has a lifetime of hospitality experience raised on the property and then managing the property for the investor.  Daryl also served as a US Marine.  Ruann is a sign language interpreter by trade and uses her craft to communicate with deaf guests during the vacation season and via remote work during the off season.

Seeing families with children, couples, and friends enjoy their "backyard" on vacation brings them immense joy.  The sounds of children playing on the playground, friends laughing around the firepit, family reunions gathering for a picnic, and smelling delicious food barbequeing on the grills makes the resort come alive in the spring, summer, and fall.  Then in the winter the whole property beds down under a blanket of snow for a long winters nap while Daryl and Ruann think about and put into action plans for upgrades to the cottages and improvements to guest amenities.

Welcome Home to Ephraim Village Cottage.  You are now family.

May your stay be in a peaceful and secure dwelling in an undisturbed place of rest.  Isaiah 32:18.

Your Hosts – Daryl and Ruann Larson

Why they chose this property

Postcard perfect. That is a common phrase used to describe our little Village in gorgeous Door County, WI. We are set back in time when life was simpler, quieter, and peaceful. The night skies are dark and filled with brilliant stars. The mornings are filled with bird songs, fresh crisp air, and beautiful sunlight. Our 3 acres is covered in lush green grass, lots of trees, and many opportunities to simple Be.

Ephraim is a village with a true village feel. Within walking distance you will find a delicious breakfast spot called Good Eggs, homemade fudge at the Door County Confectionery, creamy ice cream at Wilson's Restaurant, and the Best Fish Boil in the entire county at the Old Post Office. You are two minutes away from incredible sunsets, a sandy beach and blocks away from a number of art galleries, quaint shops, and Village historical sites. If the outdoor life is what you crave, Peninsula State Park with its hiking and biking trails is a short car drive from the cottage. Are you a theatre buff? Northern Sky Theatre is located in Peninsula State Park and for movie lovers the drive-in theater with a nightly double feature is right up the road. Want to sight see? Take a Trolley tour. Love wine? Door County has a plethora of wineries with tours and tastings ready for you to enjoy.

What makes this property unique

From our property you can walk on streets with a 25mph speed limit. The main road (Water Street/Hwy 42) also has a 25 mph speed limit but that has a wonderful sidewalk that takes you three blocks the center of our Village. No need to ride. At times there is a horse-drawn carriage that will give guests rides around the village. We have historic properties (Pioneer School House, Fire House Museum, the Anderson Store, and a small Maritime Museum) all within walking distance. If you want to live in a Hallmark movie, you'll love Ephraim. If you want an authentic/original Door County experience, stay with us.

Languages:

English, Local (sign language)

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