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Downtown Sister Bay Cottage (walk to everything), Open Year Round.

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Exterior
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Sister Bay, WI
  • Sister Bay Marina
    3 min walk
  • Waterfront Park
    6 min walk
  • Sister Bay Beach
    10 min walk
  • Sturgeon Bay, WI (SUE-Door County Cherryland)
    52 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Downtown Sister Bay Cottage (walk to everything), Open Year Round.

The Cotter Cottage is a perfect vacation rental for those who want to be walking distance to all of the action of downtown Sister Bay. A 5 minute walk gets you to the public beach, Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant, Wild Tomato, Sister Bay Bowl, Husby's and all of your other favorite Sister Bay locales. The cottage is great for a single family that wants to have room to spread out or three families that want to split a rental to save on hotel costs and have all of the amenities of a home.

The cottage has 3 bedrooms with queen beds (two with attached bathrooms) and 3 total bathrooms. In addition is has a large 'bunk room' with 3 full over full bunk beds and a full size futon. The cottage has a fully stocked kitchen, a dining table that seats 10 with an additional adjacent eating area that seats 4, washer and dryer access, a large living room with a 55 inch flat screen TV and multiple streaming channels/WiFi. There is an additional seating area next to the dining table with a smaller TV with Direct TV and a TV in the bunk room with an Xbox 360.

For those of you who bring your boats and wave runners, the house is next door to the boat launch parking lot. The driveway is large enough for you store a boat/trailer in addition to several cars. The house is also a 3 minute walk to the Marina to rent a boat from Sister Bay Boat Rental.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. A kitchen and a washer/dryer are available in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 3 bathrooms
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Sister Bay Marina and 3 minutes by foot from Lake Michigan
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Sister Bay cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Brandon Cotter

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Downtown Sister Bay Cottage Sleeps 15 Open Year Round

Downtown Sister Bay Cottage (walk to everything), Open Year Round. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

kim b.

It was not what we expected, it was more of a kids or family set up. This was an adult getaway and we were all taken back with having to " make our beds" on arrival. It was not conducive to adults
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDY Y., muskego

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Wedding in Ellison Bay, 7minutes away. Only wish there was a bathroom in the upstairs, other than that it was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John & Tina S., IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, close to everything Sister Bay has to offer!
We visited the area with our adult children and grandchildren - this house was perfect for us! The location is great - quiet, but yet within an easy walk to everything Sister Bay has to offer. Owner was very responsive to communication House was well equipped with household items to eat-in or cook-out. It would have been nice to have some cabinet space to put our food items in, but not a deal-breaker. We didn't use the gas grill, but did enjoy sitting around the firepit. Beds were very comfortable. 2 bedrooms have attached bathrooms that are pretty small, but the rest of the home is spacious. The large dining table was great as well. Definitely recommend this VRBO and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven S., Mineola, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay
We had a very peaceful stay in a beautiful part of the world. Highly recommend after Labor Day here to avoid the crowds. Downtown Sister Bay is very convenient to all the sights and services in Sister Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sheri Kumar
The location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail M., Milwaukee, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious home with a great location
My family and I loved the location of this spacious home. Well equipped with comfortable beds, it was perfect for our group. Already booked a stay for next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

james a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
Loved the location, Cottage was big enough
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tia Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
12/10 would recommend
This house is perfect for staying with a group. Had no complaints about anything. Pictures don’t do the house justice. I would 100% book this house again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla L.

Liked: Cleanliness
PERFECT!!
Perfect place. Lots of room, seating, entertainment, supplies. I even noticed plenty of little kid items, potty chairs, high chairs etc. Beds were super comfy. Very clean which is a must.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T., Green Bay, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Deer Hunt 2023
Five guys up to enjoy the deer opener. The house accommodations worked perfectly for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent V., Fall River, Wisconsin USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fall Trip around Wisconsin
Enjoyed Door County and our stay. Every year we find a place in Wisconsin to get to know Wisconsin and it’s beauty. It was very nice and big home. Close to downtown easy walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Marty B.

Great Location, Met Our Needs
The location of this house was great, we were within walking of Main street Sister Bay. The bathrooms and kitchen were clean, the floors may not have been cleaned/mopped prior to our visit. Upon arrival, we had trouble opening the key lockbox, but called the owner, Brandon, and he returned our call right away and gave us instructions. We didn't spend a whole lot of time in the house as we were out exploring Door County, but it met all our needs. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a basic house that was is in a good location and affordable. And the host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick family getaway
This is an excellent location and would be great for a big family or multiple families. Lots of sleeping options, lots of gathering spaces, well stocked kitchen, great fire pit area outside. Walking distance to most of the Sister Bay attractions and short drive to neigboring cities. The property was very clean and well maintained. Lots of games, toys for kids
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and space
Plenty of room for our 3 families to spread out and enjoy our annual week together. Biking to the beach and playground was a daily hit with the little ones and walkability to food and bar favorites was a hit with the grown ups! The lower level area was fun too with a nightly match of the game. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
The Cotter cottage was everything we needed and more! It was the perfect size for our girls trip to celebrate our beautiful bride! The location was perfect, easy walk to town but tucked away for it to feel secluded and has a nice size private yard with ample parking. Brandon is a great host and was easy to work with and commune with. We will definitely be back but maybe next time with our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cotter Cottage Stupendous Experience
I enjoyed staying at the Cotter Cottage with my 2 girl friend's!! The house is walking distance from town so it was very conventent to walk to the restaurants & the beach. The house is big with plenty comfortable accommidating places to sleep. The beds that we used were very comfortable! The house was very clean and had a lot of additional items to utilize for guests, like a cooler, and a wagon for kids or to carry items to the beach. It is perfect for a large family gathering with small children. Yet, it definitely worked for us because it was so close to town & all 3 of us had our own bathrooms which was really nice. Brandon the owner was very informative & let me know of any issues that arouse prior to my stay & solved them very quickly. There was a very detailed information packet about what is expected from guess who stay at the cottage which was very helpful! It should be understood that everyone should be respectful of the property they rent as it is someone's charist home that they are gracious allowing people they don't know stay at the property. I would definitely rent this house again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended!
Great location, 1 block from the main road. Quiet neighborhood. Home was well furnished. Host was helpful and very quick to reply.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location!
Everything we needed to have a comfortable and fun stay. The owner was very helpful with questions about the area. Will definitely come back 👍😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W., Beloit, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
We enjoyed a long weekend with friends and family (6 total) to decompress and have some Door County fun. The house is larger than the pictures show. We ran into a shower head issue the first morning in the main bathroom. No flow at all. I contacted Brandon and he immediately replied. I volunteered to purchase a new shower head and we installed it quickly. Brandon reimbursed me immediately via Zelle....fantastic response! The only odd thing we encountered was that we had to place the fitted and regular sheets on the beds. It wasn't a big deal to me, just the first time I have encountered this at a rental home. I would highly recommend this home to anyone. Thanks Cotter family for allowing the use of your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cotter Cottage
Great location, roomy house. My group really enjoyed our stay! The shuffle board table was a hit!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Renee R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the house!
My friends and I stayed at the Cotter Cottage in Sister Bay and we LOVED the house! You are basically in downtown Sister Bay, within walking distance of the marina and restaurants. The location is perfect. We’ve stayed in plenty of rented homes in Door County and this is our favorite place so far. The house is huge! Roomy kitchen, plenty of room in the downstairs living room to have a movie night, and the bedrooms were near each other but still private (besides the bunk bedroom located on the other side of the house.) There are neighbors close by but the house is secluded by trees. We enjoyed using the firepit on a chilly fall night. The owners, Brandon and Maria, are very quick to reply to any messages while staying at the home, they are wonderful hosts - and we hope to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail V.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely time
The house is ideally located close to downtown but has a secluded backyard and deck. Inside it is very roomy and comfortable. The kitchen has everything you could possibly want.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding guests
I wanted a place where I could invite my imitate family to stat all together. My three adult children with spouses and grandchildren, to attend my niece's wedding. I also what the chance for my extended family to visit and enjoy a meal. This was the perfect site, ample room for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melody W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding on Washington island
The house was far larger than it looks. There was everything you need and even a toddler potty seat! No need to bring kids games or toys either!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Location!
We had a great time, the location of Cotter Cottage cannot beat, within walking distance to everything Sister Bay has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022