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Paddler on the Bay offers a tranquil waterfront retreat. Imagine waking up to breathtaking views of the bay, then step onto your deck and gaze at crystal-clear waters below. With kayaks available in summer months, a hot tub for sunset relaxation, and bikes or e-bikes to explore Sister Bay nearby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Waterfront Door County Escape | Hot Tub + Kayaks + Sunrise Views

Looking for a vacation home that has it all? Look no further. There’s something magical about Paddler on the Bay. Imagine waking up in the morning stepping out onto your deck to watch the sunrise over the bay and gaze at the crystal clear water right below your feet, hearing the sounds of nature, and smelling the lush green forest. You can’t get anymore waterfront than here at Paddler on the Bay. Walk 10 steps to the dock to launch the supplied kayaks (June-September), or cast a line to watch in anticipation for that bobber to go down. Or watch the fire in the sky in the hot tub as the sun sets over the bay. If water isn’t your jam, play a game of bags in the backyard, enjoy a campfire at the fire pit, or ride your bikes (e-bikes also available for additional fee) less than a mile to explore the town or take a 5 minute car ride into Sister Bay to be in the middle of the action. Endless opportunities await you here at one of the most ideal locations in Door County. Memories WILL be made here.

Please note - there are exterior surveillance cameras located around the property recording 24/7 (front yard, garage, front door, and rear deck). While we want to ensure you have a wonderful experience, we have better things to do than spend our time spying on our guests - the cameras are more for safety and liability reasons.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Must sign rental agreement upon booking.
A $500 security hold will be placed 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after departure, if no damages are reported.
Must follow all house rules including but not limited to NO PETS, No smoking, and no parties. Minimum of 24 years to book.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Ellison Bay, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lake Michigan and Newport State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Trueblood Performing Arts Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling. Visit our Ellison Bay travel guide
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Ellison Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Beautiful lake sunset on Eagle Harbor near Ephraim in Door County, Wisconsin.
    Sister Bay Marina
    9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Mother and daughter sitting on a small dock in Sister Bay in Door County, Wisconsin
    Sister Bay Beach
    9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • La Crosse Riverside Fountain at Dusk
    Waterfront Park
    9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Cana Island Lighthouse
    Cana Island Lighthouse
    30 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Linden Gallery
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Restaurants

  • Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik
    9 min drive
  • Husby's Food & Spirits
    10 min drive
  • Sister Bay Bowl
    10 min drive
  • Peach Barn Farmhouse & Brewery
    11 min drive
  • Wild Tomato
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Waterfront Cottage | Private Dock + Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Door County Escape | Hot Tub + Kayaks + Sunrise Views?

As of Apr 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Door County Escape | Hot Tub + Kayaks + Sunrise Views on Apr 19, 2026 start from CA $380, excluding 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Waterfront Cottage | Private Dock + Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Waterfront Cottage | Private Dock + Hot Tub?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Waterfront Cottage | Private Dock + Hot Tub located?

This family-friendly Ellison Bay cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Ellison Bluff State Natural Area and Lake Michigan. Linden Gallery and The Clearing Folk School are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Waterfront Door County Escape | Hot Tub + Kayaks + Sunrise Views Reviews

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Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

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Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. A nice and inviting property. Great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything at Paddler on the Bay was impeccable! From the spaciousness and cleanliness to the well-equipped kitchen and small “in case you forgot” incidentals, it had everything we needed! The place itself was amazing from its lake view with hot tub on the deck to its beautifully decorated and super comfortable rooms! I would recommend Paddler on the Bay to anyone who is looking for the perfect getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed Paddler on the Bay for 4 nights and it was terrific. The house is very nicely appointed and very well stocked. The managers were very organized and communicated very clearly...and quickly if we had any questions. The house has a great view of the bay. It's a 5 star house!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Door County Vacation

Wonderful property. Clean with great views of the bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend!

Paddler on the Bay is an awesome vacation home in Ellison Bay, right on the water! We enjoyed the location, cozy atmosphere and amenities. The hosts were extremely friendly and reached out a few times to make sure everything was just perfect - it truly was!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break trip

We have had a lot of stays through VRBO, this was by far the best house. It was very clean and well decorated. It had everything we needed and the lake view hot tub was great. Quiet time of year, but still had some restaurants and wineries open. We had a great time and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous fishing weekend!

Five star stay! We stayed for 3 nights and 3 days of fishing and fun. Our boys kayaked twice a day in between fishing trips all over the peninsula, ending each day in the hot tub. We got to enjoy the fire pit one s’mores filled evening too. Super clean, warm and welcoming lake house accommodated the needs of our whole party. We would definitely recommend and rent here again : )
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

We had a great 3-day stay at this property. The house was spotless upon arrival, which is a big plus in my book ;) The highlight of the whole trip was the jacuzzi, since the weather wasn't spoiling us. Beautiful house right on the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

60 bday gathering

Had a wonderful time at a beautiful clean home. Thank you for great memories
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bit of Paradise

The location was perfect. It was close to all the amenities of Door County, but, far enough away for solitude and waterviews. The home was meticulous, gorgeous and homey.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun on the water

The location is great. Very quiet setting. Safe to be out on the water in the kayaks provided, even for young children as there is not a lot of boat traffic in this bay. The house is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake House Beauty

My husband and I booked this last minute after a friend of ours stayed here. We fell in love with the space and the hot tub. Very relaxing time and look forward to hopefully coming back again on our next trip to Door County.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th of July blast!

This was a perfect family vacation spot! The house was clean, bright and well stocked with kayaks, bikes, hot tub, a hammock, and last but not least the beautiful bay with incredible views. We enjoyed the many great activities in the area and relaxing at the house. The communication with the property manager before and during our stay was super helpful. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Recommend

The property was so perfect for a family getaway. This time we stayed as adult sisters and mom getaway but I'm really hoping to come back with my kids next time. The location is incredible and the home is perfectly suited for all groups. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Goddesses Getaway

This is a beautiful home with a fantastic view. Very clean and updated. Wish we had more time to enjoy all that the hosts had to offer. They were very communicative and accommodating. I would definitely recommend staying at Paddler's Bay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Fall Weekend Getaway

Paddler on the Bay is in a perfect location for a relaxing getaway in the woods and on the lake. The house was beautifully appointed and decorated, extremely clean. Had everything we needed and is close to hiking and nice restaurants and other things to do! We enjoyed the fire pit on a cool fall evening. We would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly lakeside escape

We headed up to Door County from Milwaukee to celebrate Easter,and absolutely loved the property right on the water. It was clean, updated, welcoming, and inviting. Perfect for our teens. Even during the off season. We took great advantage of the s'mores and coffee bar, the outdoor and indoor fireplace,hot tub and board games. We watched movies, ate breakfast at Al Johnson's and shopped at our favorite shop,Beach People for locally made goat milk soap. I've never stayed at a VRBO in the last 25 years that was stocked so perfectly and so organized and well done. Thank you Michael and Kayla!and Kayla fope. We wills definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break at the lake!

Perfect in every way for family. Twin 18 year old boys each had their own room and had plenty of room to spread out in the common areas, so no sibling bickering! We had an excellent stay in this beautiful, impeccably CLEAN, lakefront home. Well stocked kitchen and with a grocery store 6 minutes away, many meals were prepared and we had everything we needed. Coffee bar was a nice touch! Home is updated, tastefully decorated with a lake house nautical theme, and beds are super comfy. Our stay was during the off season so we weren’t able to take advantage of the outdoor amenities because of cooler temperatures but there was a wonderful fire pit area as well as kayaks to use. We didn’t miss these activities though, as the hot tub on the deck right outside the door was the main attraction. Another nice touch.. when getting out of the hot tub, there are heated mats on the deck to keep your feet from freezing during the winter and cooler months. This was one of our best rentals through VRBO, and we will be back! Hosts very responsive too!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for a little getaway, had everything we needed and was for beautiful and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming hosts. We had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was friendly and communicated well. Cabin was clean, cozy and had all the amenities we needed and then some. The hot tub on the deck over looking the beautiful water views was the highlight of our stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the time and property was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time and it accommodated our girls weekend perfectly. Great views, we got good use out of the kayaks, and lots of relaxing reading time by the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean home with an amazing view. Our family enjoyed all the amenities. The hosts were wonderful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Paddler-on-the-Bay. The house is gorgeous, clean, and well-appointed. The location on the water is perfect, and we appreciated being able to use the recreational items provided, such as the kayaks, life vests, hot tub, and ping-pong table.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025