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Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes...
Family-friendly cottage in Sister Bay
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Sister Bay Marina
- Place, Sister Bay Beach
- Place, Waterfront Park
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Murphy's "KipDee" Cottage-Selected as one of 2020 Premier showcase Homes...
Select a summer week and step into yesteryear in this beautifully renovated 130 year old Door County farmhouse. New construction in the winter of 2025-26 will transform the cottage into a 2400 square foot cottage featuring 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms!
(****4 night summer rentals starting Memorial weekend running through Labor Day****)
KipDee Cottage has been selected as one of Door County's premier showcase homes for the 59th annual House and Garden walk! Situated amidst the beauty of Door County, Wisconsin, this cozy retreat is steps away from the Bay. If you are looking for the quintessential DoorCounty experience---KipDee Cottage is it!
Located on the north end of Sister Bay your family will fall in love with all that is Door County in our vacation retreat. A truly beautiful home surrounded by gorgeous perennial gardens and loaded with all the amenities. An amazing spot for families. You are walking distance of eateries, coffee shops, ice cream factory and beach! Truly a place for all seasons, KipDee Cottage provides all the comfort and amenities families seek in a vacation home. Peninsula State Park hiking and biking and Lake Michigan fishing, Door County beaches, golf courses, amazing cross-country skiing, unparalleled shopping, kayaking, wineries, cherry orchards, and sightseeing are just a few options close by. Book your summer/fall week early to ensure availability!
***** 4 night minimum stay-Memorial weekend through Labor Day weekend.
*****3 night minimum after Labor Day weekend through November 1st.
(****4 night summer rentals starting Memorial weekend running through Labor Day****)
KipDee Cottage has been selected as one of Door County's premier showcase homes for the 59th annual House and Garden walk! Situated amidst the beauty of Door County, Wisconsin, this cozy retreat is steps away from the Bay. If you are looking for the quintessential DoorCounty experience---KipDee Cottage is it!
Located on the north end of Sister Bay your family will fall in love with all that is Door County in our vacation retreat. A truly beautiful home surrounded by gorgeous perennial gardens and loaded with all the amenities. An amazing spot for families. You are walking distance of eateries, coffee shops, ice cream factory and beach! Truly a place for all seasons, KipDee Cottage provides all the comfort and amenities families seek in a vacation home. Peninsula State Park hiking and biking and Lake Michigan fishing, Door County beaches, golf courses, amazing cross-country skiing, unparalleled shopping, kayaking, wineries, cherry orchards, and sightseeing are just a few options close by. Book your summer/fall week early to ensure availability!
***** 4 night minimum stay-Memorial weekend through Labor Day weekend.
*****3 night minimum after Labor Day weekend through November 1st.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Sister Bay
Located in Sister Bay, this cottage is in the city centre. Sister Bay Marina and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Sister Bay, WI
What's nearby
- Sister Bay Marina - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Sister Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Waterfront Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Peninsula State Park - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - 3 min drive
- Stabbur Beer Garden - 3 min drive
- Husby's Food & Spirits - 3 min drive
- Boathouse on the Bay - 3 min drive
- Wild Tomato - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jon and Lucy Murphy
My wife Lucy and are retired educators from the Green Bay Area. I have been a teacher and boys varsity basketball coach in Seymour Wisconsin for the past 34 years. Lucy is a school social worker in the Green Bay School system. We both fell in love with Door County in our youth.
Our mantra now is "Life begins at Waters End!" We have been VRBO hosts since 2017. This winter we have added 1000 square feet and totally renovated this 1898 farmhouse. We are excited to share our beautiful Sister Bay Cottage with your family!
Jon and Lucy Murphy
Our mantra now is "Life begins at Waters End!" We have been VRBO hosts since 2017. This winter we have added 1000 square feet and totally renovated this 1898 farmhouse. We are excited to share our beautiful Sister Bay Cottage with your family!
Jon and Lucy Murphy
Why they chose this property
Life begins at Waters End!
For years we have vacationed in the Door County area and have always dreamed of owning our own little slice of heaven. The minute we saw this place our search was over. We believe you will feel the same about this amazing 1898 Door County Farmhouse.
For years we have vacationed in the Door County area and have always dreamed of owning our own little slice of heaven. The minute we saw this place our search was over. We believe you will feel the same about this amazing 1898 Door County Farmhouse.
What makes this property unique
LOCATION:
Waters End Road is the perfect location. Just a block away from the Bay from our driveway and 4 miles from Lake Michigan if you head East on Waters End road. Take a stroll next door for a homemade waffle cone at the Door County Ice Cream Factory or continue down the block to watch the sunsets over the Bay. Relax and enjoy the beauty and peace of Door County from the covered farmhouse porch.
Waters End Road is the perfect location. Just a block away from the Bay from our driveway and 4 miles from Lake Michigan if you head East on Waters End road. Take a stroll next door for a homemade waffle cone at the Door County Ice Cream Factory or continue down the block to watch the sunsets over the Bay. Relax and enjoy the beauty and peace of Door County from the covered farmhouse porch.
Languages:
English
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