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Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!

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Two Adirondack chairs facing a sunset over the ocean.
A cabin with large windows offering a view of a forested area.
A wooden cabin with a snow-covered roof, surrounded by trees and a lit Christmas tree.
A wooden dining area with a large table and white chairs, large windows with a forest view, and a sloped ceiling.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a bookshelf, and a comfortable seating area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Sister Bay, WI
  • Place, Sister Bay Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Sister Bay Marina
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st Floor Master

1 King Bed

2nd floor bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2nd floor Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2nd floor Bunk room

2 Single Bunk Beds

2nd floor Combination Bedroom / TV Room

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

1st floor Ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!

𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐘 𝐒𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋𝐒 - Please contact before booking as the discount need to be done manually

𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞'𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲
Book a 2-night stay including Saturday, February 14th and we will buy dinner with a $100 Door County Gift Certificate. Make it a 3-day stay for a $150 Gift Certificate.

𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝
Book a 2-night stay over Easter weekend (April 4th & 5th) and we will buy dinner with a $100 Door County Gift Certificate. Make it a 3-day stay for a $150 Gift Certificate.

𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬
Book a weekend stay - Friday and Saturday night - and add one or two additional nights at 50% off those additional nights Good for the months of April and May. May not be combined with other offers. Valid for new reservations only.

The Refuge Log Home is nestled in a beautiful, wooded 5 acres across the street from Lake Michigan and is 4 miles east of Sister Bay in Northern Door County, WI. Listen to the waves from the home or take a short walk (300 ft) down the road to our private property with 100ft of shoreline. Enjoy the water from an Adirondack chair, a canoe or kayak, or wade right in! The wooded setting is quiet and sheltered and the lake may be viewed from the separate waterfront property.

Have fun exploring the woods. Deer are frequently seen. if you're lucky, you might spot a turkey family, an owl, or the newly discovered porcupine that occasionally makes an appearance. Spend your evenings around the fire enjoying the incredible stars. The home is located on a peaceful dead-end street with light car and foot traffic. It is less than ten minutes to downtown Sister Bay, a wonderful town with fun shops and great restaurants to explore and enjoy. Sand Bay Beach is just five minutes away and the villages of Baileys Harbor, Ephriam and Fish Creek are close too.

These two properties, woods and water, are the perfect getaway for family and friends!

The open floor plan is spacious and comfortable. The whole family can gather around the stone fireplace. There are many cozy places to retreat to for some quiet relaxation. Enjoy the outdoors from the front porch or the screen porch in back. Or grab a book from the bookcase and head up to a window seat in an upstairs dormer for some quiet reading.

The home has four private bedrooms, one on the main floor with a King size bed and three more upstairs. The large bonus room with three sky lights over the garage is perfect for movie nights or reading. The built-in bunks in the bunk room are always a thrill for kids! Please note that the 2nd floor bunk room does not have doors to close it off from common areas.

The Refuge is a true retreat any time of year. Whether it's enjoying the long days of summer on the screen porch, the crisp Fall nights around the campfire, hunkering down on a cozy wintry night by the fire, or spotting the first sounds and sights of Spring, we sure you will enjoy your stay.

Lake Michigan Water change from year to year. The Photos show both high and low water levels.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest is required to sign and abide with the rental agreement terms. Photo ID is required. Minimum age to rent is 25.
Security deposit of $300 required.
No events/parting, pets, smoking, fireworks allowed. Quiet Hours between 10pm and 7am

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2511094vb
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

About the area

Sister Bay

Located in Sister Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Frykman Studio Gallery and Corner of the Past Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sister Bay Marina and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Sister Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Waterfront Park - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Sister Bay Marina - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 10 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Husby's Food & Spirits - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪AC Tap - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sister Bay Bowl - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!?

As of 28 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road! on 17 Feb, 2027 start from S$1,509, 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.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Log Home on 5 acres private beach-steps down the road! located?

This family-friendly Sister Bay holiday home is located near the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Sister Bay Beach. Waterfront Park and Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Gary & Kitty Brendemuehl

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The Refuge Log Home is Owned and Operated by Gary & Kitty Brendemuehl. We have been married for 43 years and are blessed with three children and 6 grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

For our 40th wedding anniversary we stayed at The Refuge. The area is wonderful, quiet and peaceful and surrounded by nature! And it’s only 5 miles to resturants, shops and other activities in Sister Bay. We enjoyed hiking in the parks and taking the grandkids to the beach. We enjoyed our time together so much that we started looking for our own home away from home. When The Refuge became available, we knew that this was the place for us and we purchased it.

The Refuge was built in 2005 by the original owners. It was their family vacation home and vacation rental for 15 years. Many families made great memories over the years, and we are working carefully to help create memories that will last a lifetime.

We hope you will stay with us soon!

What makes this property unique

The open floor plan is spacious and comfortable. The whole family can gather around the stone fireplace. There are many cozy places to retreat to for some quiet relaxation. Enjoy the outdoors from the front porch or the screen porch in back. Or grab a book from the bookcase and head up to a window seat in an upstairs dormer for some quiet reading.

The home has four private bedrooms, one on the main floor with a King size bed and three more upstairs. The large bonus room with three sky lights over the garage is perfect for movie nights or reading. The built-in bunks in the bunk room are always a thrill for kids! Please note that the 2nd floor bunk room does not have doors to close it off from common areas.

The Refuge is a true retreat any time of year. Whether it's enjoying the long days of summer on the screen porch, the crisp Fall nights around the campfire, hunkering down on a cozy wintry night by the fire, or spotting the first sounds and sights of Spring, we sure you will enjoy your stay.

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