Entire Home located in historical district provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire Home located in historical district
Our 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom (1,800 sq. ft) cottage home is a wonderful place to call home while visiting the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and the Bayfield, WI area. We are located in the historic district of Bayfield and a 5 - 6 minute walk (hills included) to the downtown area which hosts many quaint shops, restaurants, grocery store, city park with gazebo, city marina, and a 20 minute ferry service to the pearls of Madeline Island. The Big Top Chautauqua, a summer must for lively entertainment, is only 2 miles south of town. Blueberry, strawberry, apple and raspberry picking, a favorite family activity from local farms, is only minutes away (during appropriate seasons). We can host up to 8 people.
Our first level of the home features a bedroom with a double bed, full bath with shower/tub combo immediately across the hall, living room, kitchen, dining room, laundry room and a large exterior deck.
On the second level you will find a Master bedroom with a queen bed, 3rd bedroom with 2 twin beds, a 4th bedroom with a full size bed along with a shared bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Our large deck is the perfect place to enjoy our flower gardens and a cup of coffee before heading out to explore what the Bayfield area has to offer. Sit down for dinner on the deck where friends and family can build wonderful memories to take home.
Walk out our front door and across the street to the iconic, brownstone building which hosts the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Headquarters. The center offers orientation and information, camping permits, museum exhibits, a park film and the America’s National Parks bookstore.
While staying at the Gichi Gami House, you are in the land of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, the hub of the Chippewa nation. The Red Cliff Reservation is conveniently located 2 miles north of Bayfield on Hwy 2. There, you’ll find Legendary Waters Resort & Casino and the Copper Crow Distillery, the only native run distillery in the country. Share stories with others over a shot of gin or vodka. On Madeline Island in the town of La Pointe, an easy 20 minute ferry ride from Bayfield, is the Madeline Island Museum which features artifacts of local native tribes, relics of French fur traders dating back to 1693, and early missionaries who with local natives established the fur post. People of the Chippewa nation refer to the lake as Gichi Gami, the “Great Sea”.
Some of the amenities you will find at our home include: Gas fireplace in living room, grill, Smart TV (bring your login credentials for Netflix, Prime, Hulu, etc), internet, WiFi, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, heating, air conditioning, towels, linens and two parking spaces in front of the garage (more street parking available in front of the home).
Please note that there are 3 steps to enter the front entry and approximately 6 to enter onto the deck from the back. Note, access to the upstairs bedrooms is from a 16 step staircase. All guests will be required to sign a Short Term Rental agreement once they have booked our home.
The house and outdoor spaces are yours to enjoy. Please note that the garage is off limits. Only registered guests are allowed in the home and on the property.
Security Cameras: Similar to other vacation rental homes, we have Ring doorbell cameras located at the front door and back door of the home. As you would expect, the audio recording has been turned off.
Military Personnel Discount: We offer a 10% discount on the nightly rate (not including fees and taxes) for active, retired, and reserve military personnel. Please contact us prior to reservation and present your current military ID or DD214 for the discount.
7 night minimum rental per city of Bayfield short term rental ordinance
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
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)
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
Rules
Guests are required to sign a Short Term Rental Agreement after booking and all guests who will be staying must be listed.
No parties or events shall be hosted while staying with us. Smoking is not allowed in the home or on the property.
Late check outs are not allowed. If late checking out, an additional fee of $425 will be charged.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Bayfield is home to this vacation home. Bayfield Heritage Museum and Bayfield Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Madeline Island Ferry Line and Apostle Islands Cruises. Visit our Bayfield travel guide
Is Entire Home located in historical district 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 Entire Home located in historical district?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Entire Home located in historical district?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Entire Home located in historical district located?
Situated in Bayfield, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and Lake Superior. Christ Episcopal Church and Bayfield Carnegie Library are just steps away.
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House was perfect for a quick overnight before visiting the Apostle Islands. Great location and met all of our needs. Owner communicated well and was great to work with. We would definitely stay here again.
Very easy to book. The house is spacious and clean. Great communication thorough out the entire process. We were even offered early check-in and late check-out since it worked with the schedule. Check-in and check-out were easy. Would stay here again!
My family and I stopped in Bayfield while traveling through Northern WI in the late fall. What a beautiful town! We were welcomed to the Gichi Gami house by a warm and cozy fireplace which made us feel nice after a long day of traveling. The house had plenty of space and kitchen well stocked. The local artwork throughout the home was a nice touch. The host was very responsive to our needs and questions. We will come back for a longer stay next time!
The house is in a perfect location. An easy walk to town and directly across from the visitor's center. The yard is beautifully landscaped and the deck provides a nice place to sit and enjoy the view. The house is very well furnished and decorated so you feel like you are staying in someone's personal space. The house is equipped with anything you could possibly need during your stay. Monica, the host, was helpful with advice of things to do during our stay and available for questions. This property gets a 5 star rating.
Four generations of family from teenagers to grandparents found rest and relaxation at the Gichi Gami House in Bayfield! It was the perfect set up for both privacy and community. The location was perfect for a walk into town and only a block from a picturesque bridge with nature trails. We enjoyed working a puzzle together in the evenings and the kitchen was well- equipped to eat in after a full day of kayaking. Lots of natural light during the day. Everything was very clean and comfortable. Each room was tastefully decorated, and the common areas had an abundance of natural light. Monica was easy to communicate with and answered all of our questions cheerfully and promptly. She was professional and accessible, and we are excited for a return trip!