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10/10 Excellent
Beth W.
15 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beth W.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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Road Taken Authors Retreat: 2-bedroom cottage in Ephraim with WiFi, AC
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Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Kitchen
- Air-conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Deck or patio
- Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Sister Bay, WI
- Frykman Studio GalleryPlace, Frykman Studio Gallery2 min drive
- Pirate's Cove Adventure GolfPlace, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf2 min drive
- Corner of the Past MuseumPlace, Corner of the Past Museum4 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Road Taken Authors Retreat: 2-bedroom cottage in Ephraim with WiFi, AC
Road Taken Authors Retreat is conveniently located halfway between Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant in Sister Bay and Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor in Ephraim. Adjacent to the Summer Kitchen, Reclaimed Door County, and Spa at Sacred Grounds and across the street from Island Lavender Farm. Two bedrooms (1 queen and two twin beds), one bath cottage with furnished kitchen providing access to Northern Door County favorites. Shopping, dining, and nature areas are within walking distance. High-speed internet/WiFi and smart TVs in each bedroom. Maximum of 4 guests including children. Shared front porch and back deck accessible by walking around cottage. 3-night minimum Memorial Day weekend through Halloween.
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About the area
Ephraim
Located in Ephraim, this cottage is near the beach. Frykman Studio Gallery and Francis Hardy Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include The Skyway Drive-In Theatre and Historic Noble House. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Peg Egan Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
Sister Bay, WI
What's nearby
- Frykman Studio Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
- Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
- Sister Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
- Sister Bay Marina - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
- Corner of the Past Museum - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Restaurants
- Husby's Food & Spirits - 3 min drive
- Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - 4 min drive
- Sister Bay Bowl - 4 min drive
- Peach Barn Farmhouse & Brewery - 3 min drive
- Sip - 12 min walk
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy nice location for exploring North Door County
Easy to access and cozy place for familybto stay!
Amy S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary S.
5 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to find, very clean and cozy. Would definitely stay here again!
Mary S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct, 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay! We welcome you back anytime for your Door County retreat.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Judy T.
13 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very comfortable and clean. It was stocked with everything that we needed.
Judy T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay and we were stocked with what you needed.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline W.
9 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay! The house was clean, well appointed, tons of extras ( we played at least 6 games of ransom notes) and the location was fantastic. Quiet and felt secluded (we saw deer almost nightly) while easy drive to attractions and walkable to great breakfast options. Would love to stay again!
Jacqueline W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Don M.
23 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
clean and comfortable
Very well kept , beds extremely comfortable. Location excellent close to Sister Bay and Fish Creek alot of excellent restaurants near by.
Don M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2025
Thank you Don!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tedd J.
31 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was extremely well stocked with all housewares and spices, oils etc.Deck was great to chill on.Quiet.Lots of hot water.
Tedd J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Justin H.
3 Aug, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with a great location
Overall, this was a great property and location for our family vacation to Door County! The only issue was when we checked in, the property wasn't totally ready yet. However, we contacted the property manager and she took care of the issue right away. The rest of the stay was fantastic.
Justin H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
katie s.
10 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
katie s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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