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Thenell's Cottage - Rustic Charm just steps from the Bay!

Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Michigan

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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Water view
    Water viewWater view

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Popular LocationDoor County Historical Museum9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSturgeon Bay Bridge9 min drive
  • Popular LocationPotawatomi State Park26 min drive
  • AirportGreen Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.)67 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.

Thenell's Cottage - Rustic Charm just steps from the Bay!

Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Michigan
This smoke-free cottage features barbecues. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with a DVD player, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave. Limited housekeeping is available.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

The Simple Life Hospitality

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Horse riding 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)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

89

About the area

Sturgeon Bay

Located in Sturgeon Bay, this cottage is in the city centre. Door 44 Winery and Red Oak 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. The Garden Door and Door County Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Door County Historical Museum - 9 min drive
  • Sunset Park Beach - 9 min drive
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 9 min drive
  • Door County Maritime Museum - 10 min drive
  • Potawatomi State Park - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Up Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Door County Coffee & Tea Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Door County Distillery - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thenell's Cottage - Rustic Charm just steps from the Bay! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Thenell's Cottage - Rustic Charm just steps from the Bay!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thenell's Cottage - Rustic Charm just steps from the Bay!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thenell's Cottage - Rustic Charm just steps from the Bay! located?

Located in the heart of Sturgeon Bay, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 miles (10 km) of Door 44 Winery and The Garden Door. Sunset Park Beach and Third Avenue Playhouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Thenell's Cottage - Rustic Charm just steps from the Bay! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as we remembered
This is our second stay here...we just love this cabin and the location. Nothing fancy about it, which is what makes it perfect. Can't wait to visit it again. ♡
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness
25th Anniversary Getaway
Quaint little cottage that was quiet and just what we were looking for. Weather turned cold this weekend and it was a little chilly till we got the heaters up and running combined with the wind dying down. Bed was firm but we’ve had worse. All in all a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway to Door County
For several years my wife and I wanted to explore Door County...primarily based on conversations with friends who had previously visited this area. We chose this property due to not only to its location right on the water just north of Sturgeon Bay, but also for the Rustic nature of the cabin. If you are looking to be pampered with all the modern amenities of a 5 star hotel, this is not for you...but if you appreciate a 1920's cabin that has been extremely well restored and has everything you need to have a fantastic stay...then this is about as good as it gets. You will be literally a "stone's throw" from the lake, and in the evening, the sunset is probably the most spectacular I have ever seen ( and that includes over the ocean, which is not an exaggeration, I assure you. When we were there the weather was perfect, md 60"s in Sept and made for a perfect "Getaway"
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Jane S.

Thernell Cottage
The location is amazing. Right on the water. Cute cottage but I don’t see how the owner would want guests standing on a chair to turn on the kitchen lights. I’m not the first to comment. It should be corrected. Also could be cleaner. An occasional sweep of the window frames would be good: many dead bugs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect little cottage
This was a great stay for our family of 4. We loved being right on the water - definitely bring water shoes! The "beach" is shared access with another cottage, but it was just fine for our needs. Wifi and verizon coverage at the cottage was pretty good, though the cable did cut out a few times during some intense storms (to be expected). The firepit was right on the water with 4 comfy chairs, and the charcoal grill was nice and clean. We were a little nervous about past reviews mentioning bugs and leaks upstairs, but we didnt experience any of these issues beyond the occasional bug (to be expected this time of year), and the loft area upstairs was dry and clean. Overall, it was a very cute cottage, and a perfect stay for 2 adults and 2 kids!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Candace C.

Family Getaway
We really enjoyed the rustic cottage by the lake. Lots of early 20th century charm and character with original windows and open loft. Great for younger small families or a couple. Requires some planning and forethought to manage the nighttime ventilation and bugs, but nothing unexpected in an old woods cottage. Our kids loved the change of pace and opportunity to experience something different. Great location for July 4th with different fireworks shows visible in the distance every night from the shore and fire pit. Host was very responsive leading up to our stay and the beds & linens and furniture were all clean well-maintained and comfortable. Thanks for having us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Good fishing places.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exploring the Door County
Very convenient location if you are planning to spend a few days just exploring, like we did for the first time. Definitely pleasant feelings while staying at the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay, great location
Overall we had a very pleasant stay at the cottage. It was clean when we arrived and there was more space than we had imagined there being! The cabin was cozy. We enjoyed the fire pit outside with the nice view. We weren't sure how it would fare with no A/C but propping the windows open the first night was just fine. We used the heater the next night and both worked well to heat/cool the cabin as needed. The water heater was also amazing! Three of us showered after one another in the morning and it was still scorching hot! The kitchen had mostly everything that was stated except for the coffee grounds :( we ended up going to a local coffee shop in the area. The one thing I would suggest to improve is a small leak in the ceiling. The first night it did end up thunderstorming pretty bad and there was a leak in the cabin ceiling by the fireplace (hopefully they can get that fixed!) it caused a puddle of water on the floor. Food/wine : The first night we went to Sonny's pizza for dinner, good quality and lots of drinks to choose from. The Downeast peach cider on tap was delicious. Door 44 was close by and probably the best quality winery in the area (from the ones we visited)! I would not recommend Door Peninsula Winery, even though they had free tastings, they tasted cheap and overall not good quality (aka tourist trap). Pelletier's fish boil was great, a bit of a drive but in a cute area with nice shops to visit in the surrounding area. Big thank you to the host. I think we would stay here again if we had the chance, lots more to do in the area that we didn't get to
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T., Louisville

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Serenity
This humble cottage has the perfect ambience for a restful vacation. Love the water's edge access, the window light and screened front porch with wonderful views. Beds are comfy and furniture fits all of your needs. Added bonus of lakeside fire pit and provided firewood was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022