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Newly updated Lake Michigan Waterfront with pier for boats! Room for trailer!
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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4943 sq ft
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Sister Bay, WI
- Place, Sister Bay Beach12 min drive
- Place, Waterfront Park12 min drive
- Place, Sister Bay Marina13 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Common Area
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Newly updated Lake Michigan Waterfront with pier for boats! Room for trailer!
Welcome to this newly updated, stylish lakeside cottage at Waters End, hosted by Simple Life Rentals! With 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, living room, dining space, and full kitchen, the family friendly house provides guests with all the comforts of home in an amazing setting right on the water. Enjoy the quiet serenity and amazing views of Lake Michigan from the private waterfront, the furnished deck, fire pit or bench swing. Experience the beautiful sunrises and incredible night skies that Door County has to offer.
If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway, a convenient home for fishing, or other adventures throughout the peninsula, this is the spot. Guests will enjoy private lakefront property access, including the pier that belongs to Waters End Cottage. This home is a 5-minute walk to a perfect shallow-water family beach or a short drive from downtown Sister Bay, where you will find great shopping, restaurants, beach, kayak/boat rentals, sailing and boat charters, and much more!
Property Features:
+ Waterfront property on Lake Michigan
+ Lake Michigan pier access
+ Dog friendly - 2 maximum dogs permitted
+ Fire pit
+ Deck with lake views
+ Wi-Fi (due to the rural nature of the area, internet and cell service can be spotty)
+ 1 TV (living room) with Roku Live TV + STARZ + Peacock TV provided + several streaming apps available for guests to use your own login credentials
+ Window AC unit (living room) and Baseboard heat
+ 2 parking spots in driveway
+ Blu-Ray/DVD player and video library
+ 2 box fans
+ Books and games for guest's enjoyment
Sleeping Accommodations:
Bedroom 1: includes Queen bed, hangers, extra pillows and blankets and blinds
Bedroom 2: includes Full size bed, hangers, extra pillows and blankets and blinds
Living Room: includes a pull-out sofa bed (Queen)
Bathrooms:
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom includes a shower tub combo + hair dryer
Bathroom 2: Half bathroom
Outdoor Space:
Fire pit (please bring local firewood)
Two benches
Bench swing
Patio table with 4 chairs
Charcoal grill (please bring charcoal)
Water Access:
+ Pier area belongs to the property
+ 1 boat allowed (only) to moor at dock
+ Property is .5 mile from Sand Bay Town Park, which offers a shallow sand beach, swings, BBQ's and in winter is a great place to begin cross-country skiing
Amenity + damage protection waiver includes:
• Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and bathroom towels. (Please bring your own beach towels)
• A starter pack of essentials which includes toilet paper, paper towel, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap, and garbage bags. Due to septic systems, we do not provide facial tissue. One each of travel size shampoo, conditioner, and body wash per full bathroom.
• PEACE OF MIND Damage protection covers up to $1000 per stay for accidental damage that is reported prior to departure (excludes any pet damage).
Home Truths:
No boat launch
Rocky shoreline
Water is swimmable but not suitable for children, a family friendly beach is close by.
No washer or dryer
This is a quiet community with residential neighbors. This home is geared towards quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of the neighbors, we cannot accommodate bachelor or bachelorette parties, reunions or other rowdy gatherings.
Your well-behaved dogs are allowed. This property allows up to 2 dogs. There is an additional fee collected at booking.
Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #32-56-2623-07
Please be aware that you must sign a terms and conditions agreement, which will be sent to you separately, to finalize your reservation.
If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway, a convenient home for fishing, or other adventures throughout the peninsula, this is the spot. Guests will enjoy private lakefront property access, including the pier that belongs to Waters End Cottage. This home is a 5-minute walk to a perfect shallow-water family beach or a short drive from downtown Sister Bay, where you will find great shopping, restaurants, beach, kayak/boat rentals, sailing and boat charters, and much more!
Property Features:
+ Waterfront property on Lake Michigan
+ Lake Michigan pier access
+ Dog friendly - 2 maximum dogs permitted
+ Fire pit
+ Deck with lake views
+ Wi-Fi (due to the rural nature of the area, internet and cell service can be spotty)
+ 1 TV (living room) with Roku Live TV + STARZ + Peacock TV provided + several streaming apps available for guests to use your own login credentials
+ Window AC unit (living room) and Baseboard heat
+ 2 parking spots in driveway
+ Blu-Ray/DVD player and video library
+ 2 box fans
+ Books and games for guest's enjoyment
Sleeping Accommodations:
Bedroom 1: includes Queen bed, hangers, extra pillows and blankets and blinds
Bedroom 2: includes Full size bed, hangers, extra pillows and blankets and blinds
Living Room: includes a pull-out sofa bed (Queen)
Bathrooms:
Bathroom 1: Full bathroom includes a shower tub combo + hair dryer
Bathroom 2: Half bathroom
Outdoor Space:
Fire pit (please bring local firewood)
Two benches
Bench swing
Patio table with 4 chairs
Charcoal grill (please bring charcoal)
Water Access:
+ Pier area belongs to the property
+ 1 boat allowed (only) to moor at dock
+ Property is .5 mile from Sand Bay Town Park, which offers a shallow sand beach, swings, BBQ's and in winter is a great place to begin cross-country skiing
Amenity + damage protection waiver includes:
• Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and bathroom towels. (Please bring your own beach towels)
• A starter pack of essentials which includes toilet paper, paper towel, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap, and garbage bags. Due to septic systems, we do not provide facial tissue. One each of travel size shampoo, conditioner, and body wash per full bathroom.
• PEACE OF MIND Damage protection covers up to $1000 per stay for accidental damage that is reported prior to departure (excludes any pet damage).
Home Truths:
No boat launch
Rocky shoreline
Water is swimmable but not suitable for children, a family friendly beach is close by.
No washer or dryer
This is a quiet community with residential neighbors. This home is geared towards quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of the neighbors, we cannot accommodate bachelor or bachelorette parties, reunions or other rowdy gatherings.
Your well-behaved dogs are allowed. This property allows up to 2 dogs. There is an additional fee collected at booking.
Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #32-56-2623-07
Please be aware that you must sign a terms and conditions agreement, which will be sent to you separately, to finalize your reservation.
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Amenities
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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About the area
Sister Bay
Located in Sister Bay, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Linden Gallery and Frykman Studio Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Trueblood Performing Arts Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

Sister Bay, WI
What's nearby
- The Clearing Folk School - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
- Ellison Bluff State Natural Area - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
- Sister Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
- Waterfront Park - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
- Sister Bay Marina - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
Restaurants
- Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - 13 min drive
- Husby's Food & Spirits - 12 min drive
- Stabbur Beer Garden - 12 min drive
- Sister Bay Bowl - 12 min drive
- Wild Tomato - 12 min drive
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Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
19 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily A.
28 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emily A.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Megan G.
3 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Megan G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Denis M.
30 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Denis M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Linda Y.
6 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place right on the water
Linda Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
TRANSPORT R.
24 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
TRANSPORT R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
19 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cottage
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Christopher M.
18 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christopher M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jessica J.
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jessica J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
John B.
18 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Lake Views
John B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily K.
10 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
greatlocation
Emily K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nell I.
21 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Getaway
Nell I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lyndsey H.
6 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic location
Lyndsey H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John C.
14 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Getaway weekend
John C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christopher A.
12 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet area
Christopher A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jean K.
15 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waters End
Jean K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shane F.
16 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place with Even Greater View
Shane F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jean J.
29 Sept, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient
Jean J.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Albert A.
31 Jul, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Cottage needs help
Albert A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Jeff C.
26 Oct, 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Jeff C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brittany D.
10 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brittany D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Spencer E.
3 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spencer E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
julie o.
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