You can have it all here: live right on Rowleys Bay in a charming, airy waterfront house. Our beautiful home is intimate enough for a quiet getaway or big enough for a reunion with family and/or friends.
The home is situated just north of Sister Bay on the banks of Rowleys Bay, a beautiful, all natural waterfront looking out on Lake Michigan. Bring your water shoes and enjoy swimming right out the back door. It’s adjacent to the Mink River Estuary, a protected nature preserve. There is beautiful unspoiled scenery all around the home —perfect for bird watching, hiking, etc. The home is quiet and secluded and the marina offers kayaking and a free boat launch, with ample free boat trailer parking, for exploring the bay and the Mink River. A canopy zip line and Segway tours are offered by Door County Adventure Center. Bicycling is also a great way to view the beauty of the area. The house, which sleeps from 2-10, has it all, including four spacious bedrooms (two with views of the Bay), a hide-a-bed in the living room, a modern, spacious, full-service kitchen, and a screened porch and beautiful deck with lovely, pristine lake views. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths upstairs, 1 bedroom and 1.5 baths downstairs. There is even your own private Lake-front access for water play by day and star-gazing by night.
The home is perfect for all occasions - family reunions, girls weekends, quiet retreats, etc.. It is available year round—in fact, winter offers beautiful scenery along with peace and tranquility and time in front of a beautiful wood burning fireplace . You can text and check e-mail from our living room--our home has free WiFi access.
You can do as you like--relax at home, or visit and enjoy world class shopping, golfing and mini golf and water sports in one of the many charming towns just a short drive away (Ellison Bay, Sister Bay, Ephraim, etc.). You can enjoy nature and hiking near our house or at nearby Newport State Park.
Why The Owner chose Door County Our family has been coming to Rowleys Bay for several years, drawn back year after year by the natural beauty of the Bay and Lake Michigan. We loved it so much, we decided to build a lovely year round home here. Nearby Sister Bay (a short drive away) has always been one of our favorite towns in Door County, WI. Al Johnson's Restaurant, Sister Bay Bowl and Supper Club, and Pirates Cove mini-golf are just some of the many fun attractions there. We can experience the seclusion of our house and Sister Bay all together--the best of all worlds in this lovely setting.
** No Camper or Boat parking at any time. Contact the local township for information on public overnight parking **
Reviews:
From Wendy, January 2021
Our favorite house in Rowley’s Bay - Door County! We recently had a wonderful winter getaway in this beautiful house. The ducks and geese on the lake were beautiful to watch, as was the falling snow. There’s a private shoreline just steps away. The house has a big wood-burning fireplace, which contributed to the cozy serenity. There are high ceilings and lots of natural light in this home, with four spacious bedrooms, so there is room for everyone in the family, or even two families or a group of friends who want to enjoy time together. The view of Lake Michigan is gorgeous! There’s a small, wooded park next to the house, and a hiking trail behind the lodge, and Newport State Park is just across the bay. Restaurants and shops in both Sister Bay and Ellison Bay are less than a ten-minute drive away, so there’s plenty to do if you wish. We tried Al Johnson’s Restaurant in Sister Bay and Kick Ash Coffee in Ellison Bay – they are open year-round! We felt like we got the best of both worlds - serenity on the "quiet side" of Lake Michigan with plenty of activities a short drive away.
From Lenny, Visit Dates: 8/15/2020 -- 8/20/2020
My (then) girlfriend and I booked a trip at this rental house with my parents for a nice summer getaway. By the end of the trip, I left with a new fiance! Door County is a special place and this house offers the perfect DC Experience. The place is a nice short drive to several of the small towns, but also secluded enough to give you the feel of a true getaway. Access right through the backyard to Lake Michigan is very convenient (the lake is rocky, bring your water shoes), and you can walk 5 minutes down the road to a lodge which has a bakery/cafe, a small bar, and offers canoe/kayak rentals. The house itself offers a good living space, a kitchen with everything you may need, and plenty of board games if weather forces you inside. We will definitely be visiting again!
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Frequently asked questions
Is Spacious 4 bedroom Lakefront Home on Rowleys Bay! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious 4 bedroom Lakefront Home on Rowleys Bay!?
As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious 4 bedroom Lakefront Home on Rowleys Bay! on 6 Apr 2026 start from AU$432, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Spacious 4 bedroom Lakefront Home on Rowleys Bay!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious 4 bedroom Lakefront Home on Rowleys Bay!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious 4 bedroom Lakefront Home on Rowleys Bay!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spacious 4 bedroom Lakefront Home on Rowleys Bay! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 miles (10 km) of Linden Gallery and The Clearing Folk School. Ellison Bluff State Natural Area and Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Relaxing, and serene. Beautiful view of lake from comfortable deck. Accomodating dining table for meals and games. Stocked utensils, serving dishes. Perfect location for us
The home is spacious and clean. It was cozy having a fire in the fireplace in the evening. The rock beach and neighborhood are lovely places to take a walk. It’s a convenient location to the state parks, lighthouses, and Washington island.
This was our 2nd time staying here! Perfect for our family. Beautiful view and everything we needed for our stay! Thank you for sharing your piece of door county with us :)
We spent the weekend taking in the best parts of door county, biking, dining, arts, sports bar, hiking, and beautiful mornings. Second time we have started at this location and hope to do so in the future. Lots of fun in the area and quiet.
It’s a beautiful and private setting along with a spacious house. Loved the large DR table for meals and games. The upstairs was rather warm but not too bad given that temps were in the mid-80’s. Kitchen was well supplied too. The beds could have been more comfortable but then this group is all older too.
The place was perfect for our family. We had an unfortunate event which was out of everyone's control, but our last night Rawley's Bay Resort was on fire which started early afternoon and did not allow us to return to the property. This left us stranded with two kids (newborn and one just over 2) and six adults. Nothing worse then being left without formula for babies and medicine for adults that needed it. Very unfortunate!
Lavonne T.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
26 Sept 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
No supplies provided!
Very outdated and all supplies including toilet paper and kitchen garbage bag are not provided! I do cleaning myself and those things plus other convenience items are provided. The coffee makers were so gross we had to buy our own vinegar to clean it with, plus couldn’t use the one because the filter was moldy!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2023
Thank you for your feedback. We provide a full range of coffee and tea pods for the Keurig coffee maker and replace the drip coffee maker on a regular basis. We have recently purchased a new drip coffee maker. The rental contract states that renters are responsible for providing additional supplies (toilet paper, garbage can liners, etc.) once the starter supplies (which are there upon arrival) have been used. Starter supplies include a roll of toilet paper in each of the 4 bathrooms and a liner in every garbage can. We value your feedback and hope you had a wonderful visit to Door County!
Lovely property in great location.
Kitchen could’ve been cleaner, but we had it in shape in about 30 minutes using the products they had on hand.
Even considering that, we would absolutely stay again. House was comfy, management was very responsive and the location and property were gorgeous.
We were up for our youngest daughter’s wedding, it was an absolutely beautiful location. The best part was it is in a dark sky area, so in the evening we laid on our backs on the deck and watched the stars with our grandchildren, it was perfect.
This was the perfect place for our family of three couples. Plenty of space (each couple had their own bathroom), everything you need to prepare meals, and great outdoor space just steps away from Rowley’s Bay. This is a very quiet part of the peninsula, but just minutes away from restaurants and shops in Ellison Bay and Sister Bay. We plan to be back again next year.
Quaint, cozy, but large cottage on Lake Michigan. Wooded lot/yard, spacious house with a beautiful lake view of Rowley’s Bay. Peaceful area, quiet neighborhood. Very close to Sister Bay where we spent most of our time. Within 20-30 min drive of other Door County harbors.
Great location and water views. We saw eagles fly by every morning along our shore. Comfortable and plenty of room for 5 adults. Spending days at Newport State Park hiking beaches and forest trails. Lots of fun visiting some of our favorite galleries as we would cruise through towns. We will definitely come back.
We spent a nice quiet five days at the Rowley's Bay home. It was clean and spacious. There is plenty to do in the area, although thigs start closing down late in October. It was nice for families.
We had 6 people at the house to ride the Door County Century and it was the perfect spot for all we wanted to do. We could not have asked for a better place.
We celebrated our 40th anniversary with our family and enjoyed our time at the rental house very much. We had stayed up there on our honeymoon (different house) and loved going back to the area! There was plenty of room for everyone, the bedrooms were large and the kitchen was very well stocked. It had everything we needed for cooking.
If there was a "downside" at all, I would say parking was a little difficult for a few vehicles, but in that location, there's not much you can do about that. It would have also been nice to have a firepit outside in the evenings. But all in all we enjoyed the home -- the view on the water and listening to the waves was amazing! Thank you for sharing your home!
We stayed here with our 3 girls. Very family friendly, beautiful property! Furnishings and decor were a bit dated and internet was sketchy, but the view of the water and ability for the girls to go play on the beach was a huge plus! I was worried about the property not having air conditioning, but it was so much cooler next to the lake than on the other side of the peninsula! The cabin had everything we needed! Thanks so much for sharing your piece of Door County!
The place accommodated us very well. The only thing I would suggest is the front door to get into the house needs to be replaced. It took us about four minutes to get the key into the lock and open it. I believe it needs to be replaced. Other than that it was wonderful
Cari M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2021
So glad you had a wonderful stay and the house was comfortable. Thank you for bringing the lock to our attention. We have taken care of the issue and hope you'll be back to enjoy our home in the future.
Verified
8/10 Good
Mark B.
20 Apr 2021
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing just what we needed.
Nice place, perfect for relaxing while listening to the waves on the shore. Saw deer and turkey in the back yard. Only downer was the grill and stove were filthy. Lucky we are the cleaning types and had everything ship shape in no time.
Mark B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2021
"So happy you found our home so relaxing. We're very sorry the grill and stove were not clean upon your arrival. We have taken steps to make sure that does not happen in the future."
The Homeowner
This property is right on Lake Michigan. It is beautiful, plenty of room for a family or group. We will go back.
Carol S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
About the host
Hosted by Door County Property Management
What makes this property unique
Winter Getaway Special!
Winter special at our Door County waterfront home – stay two nights and get the third night free from February 1st through April 30th! Beautiful 4 bedroom, 3½ bath house on Lake Michigan/Rowleys Bay. Large fireplace for cozy gathering after winter sports or shopping in town 5 minutes from downtown Sister Bay. Enjoy a quiet, peaceful, lakeside winter retreat!