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Secluded Northern Door Cabin | Trails + Fire Pit

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You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities at Secluded Northern Door Cabin | Trails + Fire Pit. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 699 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Secluded Northern Door Cabin | Trails + Fire Pit

  • Summary:

    Welcome to Wilderness Retreat – Your Private Escape in Ellison Bay, Door County! Hosted by Simple Life Rentals, this peaceful 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom house is the ultimate nature lover’s getaway in northern Door County. Tucked away in the woods of Ellison Bay, Wilderness Retreat offers a rare combination of privacy, outdoor adventure, and modern comfort. Surrounded by the preserved land of The Clearing Folk School, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to private walking trails and acres of unspoiled nature—just minutes from the charming shops, beaches, and restaurants of Ellison Bay and Sister Bay.



    The Space:

    Unwind on the wooded back deck, roast marshmallows at the brand-new fire pit, or cozy up indoors with a movie or board game. Whether you're seeking a family vacation, a romantic retreat, or a peaceful work-from-nature escape, this serene setting is your perfect Door County base.



    🏡 Property Highlights:

    + Private, wooded lot surrounded by conservation land

    + Direct access to private hiking trails

    + Located just minutes from Ellison Bay and Sister Bay

    + New fire pit – perfect for evenings under the stars

    + Spacious deck with patio table (seats 4)

    + Picnic table for outdoor meals

    + Propane grill for cookouts

    + Outdoor games: bag toss, ring toss, bocce ball

    + High-speed Wi-Fi (please note: rural coverage can vary)

    + Smart TV with Dish Network and streaming apps

    + Blu-Ray DVD player (guests bring own DVDs)

    + Dining table for 6 + island seating for 2

    + Central air conditioning + electric baseboard heat

    + Washer and dryer

    + Board games and puzzles

    + Fully equipped kitchen (no ice maker)



    🌟 Ideal For:

    -Nature getaways in Door County

    -Hiking & wildlife watching

    -Quiet retreats & romantic escapes

    -Family trips & unplugged vacations



    Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #32-56-3201-07



    🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements:

    -Bedroom 1: Queen size bed, hangers, extra pillows and blankets

    -Bedroom 2: Full size bed, hangers, and blankets

    -Bedroom 3: Two twin beds, hangers, extra pillows and blankets



    -Bathroom 1: Full bathroom with tub shower combo

    -Bathroom 2: Half bathroom with toilet, sink and hair dryer, ensuite to bathroom 1



    Parking:

    -4 parking spots available in driveway



    Home Truths:

    -Garage is not accessible to guests.



    This home is located in a quiet community with neighbors and is geared towards quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of neighbors and municipal restrictions, we cannot accommodate parties at the property including bachelor or bachelorette parties, reunions, weddings, or other gatherings.



    Property is equipped with a decibel monitoring sensor located inside and outside of the home.



    Please be aware that you must sign a terms and conditions agreement, which will be sent to you separately, to finalize your reservation.



    Other Things to Note:

    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).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,060 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Ellison Bay, this vacation home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Newport State Park, while Linden Gallery and Frykman Studio Gallery are cultural highlights. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Trueblood Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Ellison Bay travel guide
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Ellison Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • A starry night sky over a coastal landscape with silhouettes of trees and a body of water.
    Newport State Park
    11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • A person sitting on a bench by the water.
    Sister Bay Beach
    12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • A forested landscape with autumn foliage and a distant island in the water.
    Peninsula State Park
    21 min drive - 21.9 km
  • A lighthouse with a white tower and a dark top, surrounded by trees.
    Cana Island Lighthouse
    31 min drive - 33.5 km
  • The Clearing Folk School
    20 min walk - 1.7 km

Restaurants

  • Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik
    12 min drive
  • Wild Tomato
    13 min drive
  • Stabbur Beer Garden
    12 min drive
  • Door County Ice Cream Factory
    10 min drive
  • Door County Confectionery
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Northern Door Cabin | Trails + Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Northern Door Cabin | Trails + Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Northern Door Cabin | Trails + Fire Pit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Northern Door Cabin | Trails + Fire Pit located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Clearing Folk School and Lake Michigan. Linden Gallery and Ellison Bluff State Natural Area are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Secluded Northern Door Cabin | Trails + Fire Pit Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location was very beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and good location! Loved the outdoor fire pit. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and home-y. We enjoyed the seclusion and even saw deer in the backyard. The location was the perfect jumping-off-point for us to explore Washington Island and Rock Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed staying at this home, nice deck. The only coffee maker was a K-cup machine so we bought a drip coffee maker at the Sister bay Ace HW store. Quiet location, almost no traffic on the drive in road, convenient to Sister Bay. Wildlife we saw in the yard, a flock of wild turkeys and a doe with her newborn fawn. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Getaway

Property was in a nice and quiet area. The host was responsive to our questions during the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025