Come relax in Ephraim at the Homestead Rental. Centrally located to everything.
The Homestead Rental calendar is open. We will reopen June 1, 2026. Any questions about rates and dates, please email: homestead3037rental@gmail.com. A Vacation invitation to you! Enjoy a relaxing time at the Homestead Rental. We do one payment but will divide into two payments if you ask. Look forward to hearing from you! Email us with any questions. The Homestead Rental is conveniently located just up a side street from the harbor in the historic center of the Village of Ephraim. A welcome basket of goodies awaits your arrival. The three bedroom ranch style home sleeps up to 6 people including infants & children in the count and has a view of Eagle Harbor from the front picture window and front patio. Each bedroom has a Queen Bed. There is a full bath with walk-in shower and a half bath. Towels & bed linens are provided and beds are made for you. The Kitchen includes a flat top stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, 10-12 cup coffee maker, crock-pot, plates, cups, glasses, silverware and cookware. The compact washer/dryer is off the kitchen. We provide 4 pods/4 dryer sheets. Living room has flat screen smart ROKU TV, a TV stand with electric fireplace, couch, chairs, and games. The Homestead includes WIFI. There is a bike rack outside (bring your own lock) and only 2 parking spots. Sorry, no parking for trailers of any size. New Front outside patio includes chairs, table and gas grill. No outdoor fire pit, open flame are allowed in the yard or on the patio. New wider sidewalk leads up to the Homestead Rental. Front yard use only. You may use the dock across from Water Street Inn for watching beautiful sunsets, sunbathing and just relaxing. You may also use the outdoor heated pool across the street at Water Street Inn, but need to bring your own towels. It is just a short walk to the family friendly Ephraim Public Beach or to historic Wilson's Ice Cream Parlor. We are also found on Facebook under Homestead Rental.
From mid-June through August, we rent weekly, Saturday to Saturday. Spring and Fall we have a 3 night minimum. Sometimes there are rare 2 night stays. Check the calendar or email: homestead3037rental@gmail.com. A Ring Camera faces the parking area and front yard to keep you safe. The furnace with central air conditioning will help in any weather.
We will send a code for you to get in the front door of the Homestead Rental the week before you arrive. Quiet hours: 10pm-7am
The Homestead Rental house and grounds are non-smoking and no pets.
Village of Ephraim Short Term Rental (STR) Permit #: STR-016-2025
For whatever reason you are coming, the Homestead Rental is centrally located to all the activities Door County has to offer. *State & County parks for hiking, biking, climbing the tower & enjoying nature *Boat ride tours & Rentals *Trolley Tours *Art galleries, gift shops, antique’s & resale stores *Plays & Music venues *Wineries & Breweries *Did I mention food? Restaurants/food trucks with indoor & outdoor seating, ice cream in every town & a wide variety for everyone’s taste buds. Come and visit us in Ephraim, WI, located in Door County. Email us now or check dates on our Vrbo calendar!!
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We do not take reservations for the next year until January 1st of that year. 7 nights mid-June thru August.
3nights spring and fall.
No parking on German Road. Only 2 parking spaces. No trailers of any kind. More than 6 people, you may be asked to leave with no refund.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking in house or on property. No outdoor fire pits. Ephraim Fire Code.
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Property # 990768vb
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
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
Ephraim
Ephraim is home to this holiday home. Lake Michigan and Peninsula State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Peg Egan Performing Arts Center. Egg Harbor Fun Park and Plum Loco Animal Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 106 min drive
Restaurants
Husby's Food & Spirits - 8 min drive
Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - 9 min drive
Sister Bay Bowl - 8 min drive
Peach Barn Farmhouse & Brewery - 8 min drive
Sip - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Come relax in Ephraim at the Homestead Rental. Centrally located to everything. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Come relax in Ephraim at the Homestead Rental. Centrally located to everything.?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Come relax in Ephraim at the Homestead Rental. Centrally located to everything. on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$622, 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 Come relax in Ephraim at the Homestead Rental. Centrally located to everything.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Come relax in Ephraim at the Homestead Rental. Centrally located to everything.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Come relax in Ephraim at the Homestead Rental. Centrally located to everything.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Come relax in Ephraim at the Homestead Rental. Centrally located to everything. located?
Situated in Ephraim, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Eagle Harbor and Lake Michigan. Ephraim Public Beach and Francis Hardy Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We love staying in Ephraim and this property was in a perfect location for us. It had a great view, plenty of room for the four of us, and was very clean with everything we needed.
Long weekend stay to enjoy Door County! Homestead has a great location with lake view and central to Sister Bay and Fishcreek. Very comfortable and clean accommodations. Would definitely stay again!
kris k.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Richard
1 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice comfortable property with access to neighboring pool. Nice location in Epraim between Fish Creek and Sister Bay.
We really enjoyed our stay and felt welcomed. This property is well cared for and you feel like you are a guest in someone’s home-not staying in a rental property.
Very charming house in a great location. The lake is right across the street. The location is convenient to get to anywhere on the peninsula. Check in/out process is smooth. The sheets were fabulous! I recommend this VRBO and would stay there again!
Enjoyed our stay at Homestead Rental. Great location, comfortable, clean accommodations and great hosts! We had a thoughtful welcome gift waiting when we arrived and Diane went out of her way to make sure we were taken care of!
It was a quiet place/neighborhood so that was nice. The home was clean and as advertised. We liked it a lot and would certainly stay there again...and plan to!
Loved our stay here. House was clean. Everything was well organized and labeled. Everything you needed. Lots of towels. Beds were comfy, great lightening in all the rooms. Had a chair in each room which was nice for my elderly parents to sit on and get dressed. Diane was quick to respond to questions. Over all a great stay!
The Homestead Rental was fantastic, we all agree we would definitely stay there again. Spotlessly clean, comfortable, and the hosts have thought of every possible small detail to make your stay pleasant. That along with the location will put this home at the top of our list for trips to Door County!
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and comfortable and provided for our needs. So thoughtful of Diane and Larry to leave a gift basket. We would definitely recommend this house as an inviting place to stay in a quiet area within walking distance to the water and to restaurants.
What a lovely stay we had. Diane was so responsive and easy to work with. Our stay was comfortable and relaxing. Everything we needed was there in the home. Clean and tidy, close to everything. A note and welcome gift, too. A great place to stay!
Excellent house in the heart of Ephraim. Walking distance to all Ephraim restaurants and the waterfront. The house has an awesome view of the water in the distance from the living room.
The host was very responsive, the house was clean, and it had all the cooking items we needed. I would stay here again.
The location was perfect. Great access point, centrally located. Beautiful view. Home was extremely clean, great space, host Diane did a wonderful job communicating and left some really nice gifts and touches for us as guests! I would book again.
My parents came out from Oregon for the fall colors. We had a fantastic time! The cottage was perfect, and very well appointed. There was nothing we needed that wasn’t already there. Everything was very clean and the beds were very comfortable.
We had a great 2 night stay just in time to see the peak fall colors! The house was exactly as expected and very well kept. We were welcomed with a basket of goodies and a personal note from Diane and Larry. House had lake views and was in a nice spot. Highly recommend!!
Sarah M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Denise K.
21 May 2019
Rummage Sale Week-end Fun
Great location with views and walking options. Three bedrooms with three queen beds was a PLUS!! Management was accessible and easy to reach if needed. Would definitely return!!
Denise K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2023
Thanks for Staying with us. We look forward to having you back.
We had a lovely stay in Ephraim during the Fyr Bal weekend. The location of the house was great to walk to the arts and craft stalls and to see the fire works. Although the weather was cool, the house was nice and warm and great to walk back after the fireworks were done. The kitchen is well equipped and the gas grill outside worked great. The view of the lake is outstanding, especially at sunset. We would definitely stay here again.
We wanted a short fall break for our family. The homestead perfectly met our needs. The location of Ephraim was ideal because it allowed us to visit Sister Bay, Peninsula State Park, Fish Creek and of course, Ephraim.
The homestead was very comfortable and met all of our needs. We enjoyed snacks provided by the host upon arrival. Instructions were clearly marked throughout the house and Checkin process very easy.
The Homestead Rental in Ephraim was a great central location for exploring all Door County has to offer. It was the perfect size for my wife and I and the two other couples (friends) we were traveling with. When we arrived, it was great that the lights were left on for us, so we didn't need to hunt for light switches right away. We were surprised and really appreciated the welcome gift of snacks and Door County cookbooks. Having access to the dock and gazebo for watching sunsets was great. Sitting and relaxing on the patio was wonderful each evening. While the building seem a bit older, it was well kept and clean. The WiFi worked great and we all appreciated the abundance of hot water. Will definitely consider staying here again on our next visit to Door County.
James K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
Kathryn K.
10 July 2017
Beautiful view of the bay/sunset!
My family loved staying at the Homestead property. We enjoyed walking down to the beach to watch the breath taking sunsets!!! The location is great! We walked to Wilson's for dinner and ice cream. The public beach is a 7.5 minute walk away. It is an awesome beach for families of all ages! The beds were comfy, bathrooms were cutely remodeled. There is a fully stocked kitchen and a grill that we enjoyed using while our kids ran around the yard overlooking the bay on the front patio.
Downsides:
It would have been nice to have laundry facilities on site. We found a laundromat in Sister Bay, but it ate up half a day doing laundry.
The wi-fi was painfully slow.
Overall, we loved the place. It was convenient to everything and has a gorgeous view!!!
Kathryn K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2023
Thank you. We have a washer/dryer on our to do list for upgrading the Homestead in the future.
About the host
Hosted by Diane J
This home has been in our family since it was first built in 1950 by my Grandparents. We have been updating the home every year since 2016. My husband and I are full time residents who live 2 miles away and are available for any spur of the moment concerns. Our love of Door County keeps us here Year-round although we do travel to see our 9 grandchildren in the winter.
Why they chose this property
Our comfortable rental home is in the middle of the historic district in Ephraim. By car we are also centrally located on the peninsula to beaches, wineries, trolley tours, outdoor activities, and all the breathtaking scenery in Door County. Off the main Highway you can relax and still be close to everything going on.
What makes this property unique
The Homestead is one of the few rental homes in downtown Ephraim with private shore and pier access just a short walk away. The sunsets are breathtaking. We also have use of an outdoor heated pool, just across the side street, but you must bring your own towels. The Ephraim Public Beach is 2 blocks away. It is the cleanest, safest, family friendly sand beach in Door County. Historic Wilson's Ice Cream Parlor is a block north of the Homestead Rental.
Languages:
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