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A City Cottage in the heart of Sturgeon Bay
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2 35.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Sturgeon Bay, WI
- Door County Historical Museum1 min walk
- Sturgeon Bay Bridge6 min walk
- Door County Maritime Museum13 min walk
- Sturgeon Bay, WI (SUE-Door County Cherryland)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Garden
About this property
A City Cottage in the heart of Sturgeon Bay
With the vintage charm and updated comforts of home this cozy little carriage house renovated into a city cottage will surely hold a special place in your heart. Leave your car parked and enjoy a walk around the bridge and our three shopping disticts.
Bike rentals are available @ Bayshore Outfitters just across the Steel Bridge down Michigan Street for $24 /day
DCTZ | **3556165117**
State Permit | CKRA-AB6SSC
The courtyard is shared space between the retail spaces, yourself and then the other guests renting the City Apartment across the courtyard. Please be respectful of all parties looking to enjoy the space.
It is literally in the heart of Historic Downtown. You can walk to all the great shops, restaurant and watering holes in a matter of seconds. Or enjoy a stroll over the historic Steelbridge and enjoy more shops, eatery's or our local maritime museum!
Guests will have exclusive access to the City Cottage
Courtyard is shared between two rentals and our business owner.
For the safety and security of guests and the business owner, there is one exterior camera facing the courtyard.
This sweet little space has all the amenities of your own apartment/home just scaled down to fit into just shy of 400 square feet!
While the space is small and cozy and located in an alley, we have tried hard to create an oasis within the boundaries of our property line. You can relax by a fire or simple sit and enjoy night sky in the courtyard that is strung with colored lights and comfy chairs. Or take a stroll down to the waters edge (morning or night) just a few short blocks away. We encourage our guests to enjoy the courtyard by the fire ring and if we are down there, you are always welcome to join us.
Please note that the bedroom and bathroom are like tiny house living. The bedroom does fit a queen size bed and room to walk around on either side along with space for luggage and anything that needs to be hung. The bathroom has been referred to as a European sized bathroom. There is a full tiled shower with a seat to allow for more head room as the space is as unique as the old carriage house itself. Tall folks (6' +) just be aware, it may be more comfortable to sit and shower than stand.
You won't need public transit as everything is within walking distance, rain or shine!
HOW TO GET HERE & WHERE TO PARK
The address listed is the front door of the Main Building and the Cottage parking and entrance is located in the alley behind the address listed, please follow the step by step directions on how to find parking.
......
1.) Take the business district exit (veer right by Walgreens) go down Madison Ave, follow Madison Ave over the Steel bridge (Madison Ave changes to Michigan once on the east side).
2.) You'll come to a stop sign at 3rd Ave and Michigan go straight through for 100 or so feet, turn LEFT immediately AFTER Door County Vacuum and before Stangel Accounting
3.) We are the two stall garage (the only garage in the ally) on your left with wood vertical siding. If you've past the US Postal Box, you've gone 50 feet to far.
4.) Pull into one of the two empty spots directly behind the garage/carriage house, doors are painted a yellow and light greenish color. Please do not pull into the large gravel parking lot, that is not our property and the owner gets grumpy! :)
5.) Walk around the building to the courtyard, the door to the left is the entrance!
If you go over the Oregon Street bridge instead of the steel bridge turn left at the stop sign onto third Avenue take a right at the next stop sign on Michigan and take your immediate left into the alley which is flanked by Stangel Accounting and Door County Vacuum.
See you soon!
Bike rentals are available @ Bayshore Outfitters just across the Steel Bridge down Michigan Street for $24 /day
DCTZ | **3556165117**
State Permit | CKRA-AB6SSC
The courtyard is shared space between the retail spaces, yourself and then the other guests renting the City Apartment across the courtyard. Please be respectful of all parties looking to enjoy the space.
It is literally in the heart of Historic Downtown. You can walk to all the great shops, restaurant and watering holes in a matter of seconds. Or enjoy a stroll over the historic Steelbridge and enjoy more shops, eatery's or our local maritime museum!
Guests will have exclusive access to the City Cottage
Courtyard is shared between two rentals and our business owner.
For the safety and security of guests and the business owner, there is one exterior camera facing the courtyard.
This sweet little space has all the amenities of your own apartment/home just scaled down to fit into just shy of 400 square feet!
While the space is small and cozy and located in an alley, we have tried hard to create an oasis within the boundaries of our property line. You can relax by a fire or simple sit and enjoy night sky in the courtyard that is strung with colored lights and comfy chairs. Or take a stroll down to the waters edge (morning or night) just a few short blocks away. We encourage our guests to enjoy the courtyard by the fire ring and if we are down there, you are always welcome to join us.
Please note that the bedroom and bathroom are like tiny house living. The bedroom does fit a queen size bed and room to walk around on either side along with space for luggage and anything that needs to be hung. The bathroom has been referred to as a European sized bathroom. There is a full tiled shower with a seat to allow for more head room as the space is as unique as the old carriage house itself. Tall folks (6' +) just be aware, it may be more comfortable to sit and shower than stand.
You won't need public transit as everything is within walking distance, rain or shine!
HOW TO GET HERE & WHERE TO PARK
The address listed is the front door of the Main Building and the Cottage parking and entrance is located in the alley behind the address listed, please follow the step by step directions on how to find parking.
......
1.) Take the business district exit (veer right by Walgreens) go down Madison Ave, follow Madison Ave over the Steel bridge (Madison Ave changes to Michigan once on the east side).
2.) You'll come to a stop sign at 3rd Ave and Michigan go straight through for 100 or so feet, turn LEFT immediately AFTER Door County Vacuum and before Stangel Accounting
3.) We are the two stall garage (the only garage in the ally) on your left with wood vertical siding. If you've past the US Postal Box, you've gone 50 feet to far.
4.) Pull into one of the two empty spots directly behind the garage/carriage house, doors are painted a yellow and light greenish color. Please do not pull into the large gravel parking lot, that is not our property and the owner gets grumpy! :)
5.) Walk around the building to the courtyard, the door to the left is the entrance!
If you go over the Oregon Street bridge instead of the steel bridge turn left at the stop sign onto third Avenue take a right at the next stop sign on Michigan and take your immediate left into the alley which is flanked by Stangel Accounting and Door County Vacuum.
See you soon!
Property manager
Kelly Avenson
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 35-56-1651-17
About the area
Sturgeon Bay
Located in Sturgeon Bay, this apartment is in the city centre. Potawatomi State Park and Door 44 Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Crossroads At Big Creek. Door County Maritime Museum and The Garden Door are also worth visiting.

Sturgeon Bay, WI
What's nearby
- Door County Historical Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Third Avenue Playhouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Door County Maritime Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Potawatomi State Park - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 2 min drive
- Bridge Up Brewing - 11 min walk
- Scaturo's Baking Co & Cafe - 18 min walk
- Hong Kong Buffet - 4 min drive
- Starboard Brewing Company - 3 min walk
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
6 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott B.
29 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy and Fun
Scott B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jane R.
11 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Door County Fall Adventure
Jane R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Grace T.
31 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mother daughter weekend
Grace T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Thomas B.
31 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Thomas B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brandon O.
24 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet cottage feel
Brandon O.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ellen A.
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy with the perfect location
Ellen A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Josef H.
20 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Door County Stay
Josef H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Morgan B.
27 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place!
Morgan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathy H.
28 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
Kathy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
15 Sept 2023
Cozy Cottage
Susan B.
10/10 Excellent
Michele P.
26 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back Alley Beauty
Michele P.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen P.
4 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
weekend
Kathleen P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lin H.
2 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage, great neighborhood
Lin H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tom K.
1 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Downtown Sturgeon Bay vibe
Tom K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Taylor Rose P., Wisconsin
8 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just the absolute cutest
Taylor Rose P.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Brenda T., Fox Lake, Dodge
23 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hassle free
Brenda T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
June S.
23 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
comfortable
June S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
SUSAN W.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SUSAN W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
jo s.
5 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
jo s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Isaac Z.
9 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for weekend getaway
Isaac Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Suanne K.
22 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall door county
Suanne K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jeff S.
12 July 2022
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