Home on 5 Acres in Ellison Bay- Near The Clearing Folk School!
Welcome to The Goddess Door Family Home, hosted by Simple Life Rentals! This home is located on a quiet 5-acre piece of property on a cul-de-sac. The yard has several seating areas. The house is on the north side of Ellison Bay, close to many activities, and a good home base for exploring all the county has to offer.
This home was built by the current owner's father, who was a skilled carpenter. He handcrafted the kitchen cabinets from cherrywood and made the stained-glass windows in the three-season porch. He remodeled and maintained it with love. There are many small touches in the home that reflect the family's Door County history, such as the kitchen table that belonged to the owner's grandparents where many family memories were made. You will also find art from local artists, and touches of The Clearing Folk School throughout the house. The Clearing Folk School is adjacent to this property.
Property Features: + Gas Fireplace + Private wooded lot + Three Season Sunporch + Proximity to The Clearing Folk School + Firepit and 4 chairs + Patio table and 2 chairs + Picnic Table + Propane Grill + Original Stained glass + Internet Wi-Fi- supports streaming services (due to the rural nature of Door County, cell phone coverage and service can vary) + 1 Smart TV- Amazon Fire TV (Guests will need to use own logins for streaming) + Washer and Dryer + Fully equipped kitchen
Sleeping Accommodations: Bedroom 1: Main Level, Queen bed and Twin Daybed Bedroom 2: Main Level, Double Bed Additional Sleeping area- Alcove, Main Level, Twin Daybed
Bathrooms: Bathroom 1: (main level): Full bathroom with tub/shower combo Bathroom 2: (upper level): Full bathroom with tub only
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).
Home Truths: No Central Air conditioning-window unit in living room No Satellite or Cable TV services
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 and smoking monitoring sensor located inside and outside of the home.
Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #32-56-2126-07
Please be aware that you must sign a terms and conditions agreement, which will be sent to you separately, to finalize your reservation.
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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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
About the area
Ellison Bay
Located in Ellison Bay, this cabin is in a rural area. The Skyway Drive-In Theatre and Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Trueblood Performing Arts Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - 12 min drive
Island Orchard Cider - 4 min drive
Wild Tomato - 12 min drive
Mink River Basin - 4 min drive
The Cleat - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Home on 5 Acres in Ellison Bay- Near The Clearing Folk School! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Home on 5 Acres in Ellison Bay- Near The Clearing Folk School!?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home on 5 Acres in Ellison Bay- Near The Clearing Folk School! on 29 June 2026 start from AU$635, 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 Home on 5 Acres in Ellison Bay- Near The Clearing Folk School!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Home on 5 Acres in Ellison Bay- Near The Clearing Folk School!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Home on 5 Acres in Ellison Bay- Near The Clearing Folk School!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Home on 5 Acres in Ellison Bay- Near The Clearing Folk School! located?
Situated in a rural location, this cabin 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 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Cozy, quiet, and perfectly tucked away — yet still close to Sister Bay and the Washington Island ferry. A wonderful spot to relax and recharge!
jahongir h.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2025
Hello Jahongir,
Thank you so much for your review. We’re so glad you found the place to be a relaxing and well-located retreat. We’d love the chance to host you again whenever your travels bring you back this way.
Warm regards,
The Simple Life Rentals Team
Hello Brad,
Thank you for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the property and hope to welcome you back soon.
Warm regards,
The Simple Life Rentals Team
Nice property with a quiet setting. Short driving distance to a lot of good sights. I highly recommend!
Eric H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2025
Hello Eric,
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and the peaceful setting. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the chance to host you again.
Warm regards,
The Simple Life Rentals Team
The property was very serene. I loved the design and the colors of the decor. All around it was a very nice place to stay.
Michelle K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
Hello Michelle,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We truly appreciate your stay with us and are so happy to hear you had a positive experience. Looking forward to hosting you again in the future!
Warm regards,
The Simple Life Rentals Team
We are so grateful for your kind review, Maria! This means so much to our team and owners. Happy to hear you had a wonderful stay and we hope to host you again!
Perfect setup for a couples vacation. My wife likes having a fairly large kitchen when we stay somewhere for a week. She was pleased. The location is private. Close proximity to all-things-Door County. Clean, easily accessible. I recommend this property.
Kraig K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
We love hearing that it was the perfect setup for your couples getaway, and that the kitchen passed your wife’s test! 😊 Thanks for the kind words and recommendation!
We were very happy with our stay. Great spots to gather, hang out & relax
Michelle M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2024
We are so grateful for your kind review! This means so much to our team and owners. Happy to hear you had a wonderful stay and we hope to host you again!
1602 supplied our family with beauty and charm. We decided it was an artist's and a hobbit's home with everything supplied. Location was perfect as well.
Lew and Mary Ellen C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2024
Yay, Robert and Mary! This made our day to hear. Come back and stay soon, we loved hosting you!
Another fabulous stay at the Goddess Door! We have been coming to Door County with our children for over a decade, and this is hands-down our favorite property to stay at. The location is fabulous and the property itself is charming and perfect. Thanks for another wonderful stay!
Melanie B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2023
It is our pleasure to host you, Melanie! Thank you for your wonderful feedback and review. So glad you had a great time!
Overall, we had a great stay. The location was perfect. When we were at the house, we spent most of our time in the kitchen. If we stayed here again, it would just be the two of us, because of the sizes of the beds and layout of the bedrooms.
Randy E.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2023
Thank you, Randy, for your feedback. We are glad you had a great stay!
We recently had a wonderful family getaway at this beautiful property.
The property is beautiful, so much outdoor space, plus nice house decor and spacious rooms.
The location is perfect and we appreciated the newly renovated kitchen and appliances.
We highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a beautiful, relaxing stay in a perfect setting and location.
We look forward to returning in the future!
Stefano B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Thank you so much, Stefano! We are so pleased to hear this and sure hope to host you again!
Beautiful, quiet, tranquil, clean, nice, felt like I was from people, but 15 minutes to Washington Island Ferry and all the restaurants in Sister Bay etc... lots of deer in yard!!
Jeffrey M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2022
Love to hear you enjoyed the home, island and restaurants nearby! Thank you, Jeffrey, for all your kind feedback!!
This property is only a short jaunt to the ferry to Washington Island. The house is set in a lovely and secluded area with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and fruit trees. We even got to watch a porcupine enjoy apples from the apple tree! Inside, the living areas are absolutely lovely--the kitchen being the best!
Ann B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review!. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the serene and secluded location, the outdoor amenities, and the charming interior. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
The house was beautiful. The bushes by the main entrance can be trimmed. The bedrooms could use a fan. We enjoyed our trip thoroughly. Thanks for the host!!!
faiza s.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
We appreciate your feedback! Thank you, and we hope to host you again sometime.
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. We've been coming to Door County for many years, and this is by far our favorite property. The location is ideal, and very quiet and private. We are a family of 6, and we really enjoyed the large outdoor space. The fire pit is lovely, and the kitchen was perfect. We also really liked the small aesthetic touches like the stained glass windows. We really couldn't have had a lovlier stay, and are looking forward to booking this property again next year. Thank you!
Melanie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2022
We would love to host you again next year! Thank you for the wonderful feedback, Melanie!!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ria
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed staying here for the long MDW weekend! The house is beautiful and spacious and the perfect location relative to most of what Door County has to offer. We enjoyed this property and spending our time in Door County. Our only suggestion would be to have another TV in the primary bedroom; we enjoy winding our nights with a TV show. We would definitely consider coming back to this property with a larger group next time.
The property was beautiful and well maintained. Watching deer come and go. Everything inside was clean, we loved the woodwork and kitchen. Couple things i would change, make at least one of the toilets' a high rise, smaller bedroom could definitely use a new mattress and maybe some new bedding throughout including pillows. would be nice if the kitchen had a Keurig. We enjoyed our stay and all wished it could have been longer.
Theresa T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2022
So happy to hear you enjoyed the home!! Thank you for the compliments on the condition and amenities! We appreciate your feedback and suggestions and will be sharing this with our upper management team to review. We hope we can host you again!
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