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A white house with a stone wall and a wooden deck with benches.
A small building with a sign reading 'Simply Scandinavian' and a 'Gift Shop' sign.
A four-poster bed with a wooden floor, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.
A dining table set with chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view through a window.
A stone building with a stone pathway leading to a wooden door.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Just off the beach, this cottage features 1 separate living room and a deck for outdoor enjoyment. It includes couples dining to enhance your meals together. Located near a bay or sound and a state park, it caters to adventure travelers seeking relaxation and exploration.

Highlights

  • Self-parking included
    Enjoy the convenience of free self-parking, a rare perk for guests in this location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Self-parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Microwave
  • Firepit

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11976 Mink River Rd, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210
  • Place, Linden Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Clearing Folk School
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Peninsula State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

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A bedroom with a bed, wooden floor, a door, and a chair.

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A small house with a porch, two doors, and a window.

Romantic Cottage, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A small, single-story building with a gabled roof, two front doors, and a porch with white chairs.

Romantic Cottage, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A house with a porch, a lawn, and picnic tables.

Romantic Cottage, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A house with a porch, a lawn, and picnic tables.

Romantic Cottage, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The griffin inn

This cottage features a garden and free self-parking. All 4 accommodations offer free WiFi and microwaves.
The griffin inn offers 4 accommodations. This Ellison Bay cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 75.00 at checkout
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Property # 119957305
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Is The griffin inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The griffin inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The griffin inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The griffin inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The griffin inn located?

Situated in a state park, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Linden Gallery and Lake Michigan. The Clearing Folk School and Ellison Bluff State Natural Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).

The griffin inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The place was great and the owners were very kind. There was a good amount of bugs and other dirt on the floor, but other than that an excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026