Fantastic Family Lake House on Sand Beach

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4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

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Beach view
Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

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Sturgeon Bay, WI

Whitefish Dunes State Park
‪4 min drive‬
Clark Lake
‪7 min drive‬
Cave Point County Park
‪11 min drive‬
Sturgeon Bay, WI (SUE-Door County Cherryland)
‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

JULY IS FULL WEEK ONLY FROM SUNDAY TO SUNDAY!
Door County Paradise!
Large vacation house on sand beach.
Fabulous views!
Miles of beautiful beaches for walking!
Clear blue Lake Michigan shore front, great for swimming!
Ideal for families or large group get-togethers.
Closed in August.
Includes: Full kitchen.
Family room with large dining table, sofa, TV with DVD, and stereo system.
Great room with sofa, table and chairs, and kitchenette.
Sun room. Large deck/balcony on second floor.
One bedroom with king bed.
Two bedrooms with two twin beds each.
Centered on Whitefish Bay, Door County close to Whitefish Bay Dunes Park and Cave Point Park.

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Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

No more than 20 people total

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO FIRES ALLOWED IN THE FIRE PIT OR ON THE BEACH! NO FIREWORKS! The grasses burn easily and spread very quickly!

Put out recycling and garbage in marked cans provided. Fill one can full at a time.

Please be respectful of the cottage and our neighbors. It is a special place and we value it very much. Quiet hours are 10pm-7am.

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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

Note from host: No more than 20 people total

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

Sturgeon Bay

Located in Sturgeon Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Choice Orchards and Main Street Shops are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Whitefish Dunes State Park. The Farm and The Garden Door are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Sturgeon Bay, WI

What's nearby

Whitefish Dunes State Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Clark Lake - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
Cave Point County Park - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
Egg Harbor Beach - 27 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

‪Island Fever Rum Bar - ‬13 min drive
‪The Farm - ‬10 min drive
‪Institute Saloon - ‬7 min drive
‪Mike's Port Pub & Grill - ‬13 min drive
‪Donny's Glidden Lodge Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantastic Family Lake House on Sand Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic Family Lake House on Sand Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic Family Lake House on Sand Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fantastic Family Lake House on Sand Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sturgeon Bay holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Whitefish Dunes State Park and Clark Lake. Cave Point County Park is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

adam z.

26 Sept 2023

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

Great House & Location

Second time at this house and we like everything about it. Quiet street, great beach, interesting art and books throughout, great layout.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

9 July 2023

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

Great Location, Amazing Beach!

Our family got together in Door County for a Family Reunion. We used the Kaftan Cottage as a base for children and parents. Loved the beach access, sitting on the deck and the walkable access to the park, Hitching Post and Glidden Lodge. The Host was amazing and very helpful. We plan to return!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

3 Oct 2022

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

Gorgeous Views!

There was natural aging of the cabin interiors, but clean, and absolutely gorgeous land and views! A very nice cabin for a larger group; with areas to unwind on your own or to join the rest of the group. The property parking area was wide, but not very deep, so it was challenging for one of the couples, who had an extended cab truck. Compact cars (the cabin allowed 4 vehicles) would fit fine. The log art surrounding the property was neat and the wooded front yard with the outdoor decorative touches added to the cabin feel. The renting, arrival, and departure processes/property expectations were all very specific, smooth, and accommodating. We would definitely consider renting this property again, very nice.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

14 Sept 2022

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

Door County Beach House

We had a wonderful stay here! It is a very well kept home right on the beach. Our kids loved being able to walk right out to the beach and play in the water and sand. We really can’t say enough good things about it!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin H.

8 July 2022

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

Beautiful Door County Home

A bunch of us girls drove up to have casual beach hangs at this property, and we were no disappointed! There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out, or hang out together. The beach was beautiful, and everything was well maintained. The host answered all of my questions, was helpful, and was nice. I would recommend this property to any one, and would love to come back in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karl W.

28 Feb 2022

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

Ice Fishing Trip

Would highly recommend this house for those who want a very unique place to stay. It is kept well maintained, clean, and is in a great location on the water. Hosts were responsive and helpful with information on the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian N.

21 Oct 2021

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

Beautiful beach property

We had a group of 10 women staying for a 40th birthday celebration, on a beautiful fall weekend. We walked the beach, sat outside, walked to Glidden Lodge, listened to records, and took in the beautiful views and artwork. The property has incredible character and the beach is gorgeous. When we locked ourselves on the balcony within minutes of arrival, the caretaker immediately came over. The property owner was very responsive to emails. My ONLY complaint was that there was an unclean odor near the bathroom/ laundry room. Overall it was just what we needed!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandon W.

14 Oct 2021

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

No complaints

Beautiful scenery, lots of room, and everything we needed.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carly S.

22 Sept 2021

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

Ladies Weekend Getaway

We booked the property for a weekend getaway with a large group of ladies and had an absolute blast! The beachfront location and views were incredible & we all had plenty of space to spend time together- or alone for some rest. We would definitely recommend the space to larger groups or multi-family vacationers! Thank you for sharing your amazing space!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

17 July 2020

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

Wonderful artsy home on the beach

We had so much fun staying at this house. Aside from the perfect, sandy beach right out front, we had so much fun admiring all of the mosaics, paintings, and sculpture inside and outside the home. It’s pretty magical. Most of it seems to have been created by the owner herself. The house was comfortable and well-equipped as well. The beach feels very private and has beautiful views in both directions. The house also has a lot of bright, sunny windows offering views of the lake. We explored many different towns on the peninsula during our stay and this was a great home base. Thanks for letting us enjoy your home!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lora K.

6 July 2020

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

The perfect escape

My husband, two kids (14, 11), mother and grandmother (87!) and I stayed at the beach house 4th of July week. In the middle of a pandemic, it was the absolute perfect getaway. The house itself is a homage to art and culture, with much of the art displayed created by members of the family. From family photos to tile mosaics to a wonderfully curated record collection, this place just makes you feel cool by being in it. I'm also confident that it's one of the best private beaches around! Yes, there are neighbors, but more or less you have your own spot on Lake Michigan, and the water is shallow, clear and very swimmable. My daughter spent hours upon hours in the water, and given how hot it was, we all spent a lot of time getting wet. The house has almost anything you would need, especially in the kitchen, as well as extras like a wonderful book collection and a nice TV and DVD player for when you need a break from the sun. The bunk room is definitely one of my favorite rooms in the house and reminds me of being at college or Girl Scout camp. So many of the rooms have water views, and the sun room with sliding doors all around, is an excellent place to relax. We cannot wait to go back!! Suggestions: bring a shower caddy of some kind, as the two showers are on the ground level, but most of the bedrooms are upstairs. It's not a big deal at all, but I think having some sort of portable caddy with your toiletries would be helpful. If you're looking to cook, the kitchen is very well stocked with almost anything you would need.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F., Greenfield, WI USA

27 Oct 2019

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

Incredible beauty inside and out on the shores of Lake Michigan

We had a group of 8 women for our Women’s Weekend at Kaftan House. The home is beautiful with windows galore and great views. Art everywhere. Very clean and cozy with all the amenities you need. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Briana M.

3 July 2019

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

Amazing beach house

This house was incredible and the best site for a friends weekend! The house itself is beautiful and so large, it never felt cramped with 11 of us there. And the property is spectacular--right on the water, amazing sand beach, hammock, wonderful outside space overall. It was a perfect house for a summer Door County get-a-way! And the owners were so quick to respond and answer any questions, great to work with.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Virginia J.

24 June 2019

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

Great Family Rental

This was a wonderful place. We had 6 adults and 4 children (ages 8 months, 4, 5 and 10. We were celebrating our 45th wedding anniversary with children and grandchildren. We had perfect weather. There was a lake and sand to play in. Even if the lake was cold, the kids had great fun in it. Kitchen facilities were excellent, kids liked the bunk room. We went to the nearby state and county park, but avoided the rest of the Door County crowds. The artwork throughout was a bonus. Everyone had only one complaint; they all wanted to stay longer. We hope to return sometime for a longer stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ben K.

30 May 2019

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

Great place on the beach

Great place on the beach, near Cave Point Park. Quiet area and the house was designed very nicely beach-like. I'd recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

10 July 2018

Beautiful home!

Truly a one of a kind experience at this beautiful home. Comfortably slept all 12 of our guests. Interior decorating was stunning with all the unique art work. We had everything we needed. Owner quickly responded when we had a question. Would look into booking this lovely home again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Beth R., Ishpeming, MI

10 July 2018

Beautiful Spot on Lake Michigan

My friends and I really enjoyed our stay at the Kaftan Cottage. It is a beautiful property and is easily accessed, yet in a quiet spot. We had plenty of room and it still felt like home. Easy access to the rest of Door County's fun. Niki and her family are also very good to work with. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Krisjon O.

14 Nov 2017

Incredible spot

What a wonderful place to share! Loved our time here.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tim J., Elmhurst, usa

4 Aug 2016

Beach house

Our family of 10 stayed here for a week. Wonderful family home, did not feel like a rental. Bunk room for the kids. Great beach and we had great weather.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Meghan D.

6 June 2015

Amazing house and view of Lake Michigan

We stayed here, recently, for my sister's bachelorette weekend getaway. The house was perfect for our group, with plenty of beds and lots of spaces to gather as a group. Beyond that, it is an aesthetically impressive house, filled with art and character. Since the weather wasn't at its best, we spent a lot of time inside, but could still appreciate the sights and sounds of the lake. It was also conveniently close to a handful of wineries, which we didn't mind at all! Thank you for a most enjoyable experience!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rene D.

4 Sept 2013

A perfect end to the summer.

Where to begin with Kaftan Cottage... in a word, our stay was fantastic. I had been planning a long family weekend away for over a month, and our plans for weekend in the Dells fell through. Luckily, at the instance of my sister, I changed courses to look in Door County and to my surprise, found Kaftan Cottage. The owner was gracious enough to work with us on extremely short notice to put this getaway together. The end result was a memorable weekend, capped with my mother's birthday. What I love about the house is the character and the charm. A lot of times these rentals feel like you're staying in a hotel, but the gives you the impression this is a family's home away from home. The layout of the house was very cool too. Walking around gives one the impression the house is introducing itself to you one room at a time. The vistas onto the lake where beautiful at all times of the day, and all of the interesting wooden sculptures around the property added to the summer vibe. The private stretch of beach was wonderful and pristine. The only drawback was the lake never being warmer than "cold" but that's Lake Michigan. In our short stay we managed to use most of the features of the house, the beach, the firepit, as well as just enjoying the relaxing sounds of the waves in the seasonal porch/living room. The only thing I would have changed about our trip was to make our stay longer. Thank you for a great experience, I hope to return very soon.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S., Paris

19 Aug 2012

Wonderful beach house

Perfect house for a family get-together. The location--right on the beach--meant that the kids did not have to cross a road to get there. It would be difficult to list all the good things about this house! Everything was in pretty good shape, and the many mosaics and artsy touches in the house made for a personal and inviting atmosphere. At the beach, the water and sand were great for swimming--very clean. Glidden's Lodge restaurant, within walking distance, was very good with a cozy feel and great location on the water. We went there twice. Would definitely go back to this house!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

reema b.

12 June 2010

Excellent vacation home

We stayed at the cottage over Memorial Day weekend. The water was still cold to enjoy yet the sand beach was fun for the kids. Its a very nice house-well furnished , great kitchen fully stocked and appliances are top notch. We had 6 kids in our group and the 8 bunk bed room was a hit. The house has lot of areas for kids and adults to have their own space. We enjoyed the outside patio and had good time doing the bar-b-que on outside grill with music playing on the sound system. I thank the owner and caretaker for keeping the house in such good shape and sharing for other families to enjoy a rare sand beach property in Door county.

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

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