Title: Private Retreat in the Woods - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Retreat in the Woods Savor your stay in this charming home amidst nature’s splendor. Gather 'round for meals or relax on your own private deck surrounded by woods. ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59150000/59141600/59141506/c30a2944.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59150000/59141600/59141506/6a87b5b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59150000/59141600/59141506/f922131d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59150000/59141600/59141506/ef31eb8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59150000/59141600/59141506/7bf35f45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, The Cedar House offers a serene retreat from city life. Its bright and cozy interior features wood floors throughout the downstairs, with two family spaces including a recently remodeled Four Season room and Great Room. Enjoy meals together at the large dining table or unwind on the private outdoor deck overlooking woods. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private Retreat in the Woods Come stay with us and enjoy our newly remodeled 1st floor Bathroom and Zone control Air Conditioner. A/C will be in our Great Room and 2nd Floor Bedroom. Our home feels like a getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life! It is bright, cozy and charming. The wall of windows into the woods in the living room is a wonderful place to do some wildlife watching. Better yet, head outside to the private outdoor deck looking over the woods and listen to the birds sing. The marina is owned and operated by Dept of Natual Resources, as well as the large grass area along lake Michigan. There is one fire pit area in front for anyone to use and options for launching your kayak to enjoy the Mink River Sanctuary. Sleeps 8 3 bedrooms with queen beds and a loft with 2 twin beds. Upstairs there is one bedroom, a loft area and a full bath. Downstairs there are two bedrooms and a full bath. Wood floors throughout the downstairs. The Cedar house has two family spaces, our Four Seasons room and our Great room both are separated by a door There is a large dining table to enjoy meals together, as well as a place to gather to solve a puzzle or play board games. The kitchen counter has four new barstools. Please understand we do NOT provide the following: PET STAY GARAGE ACCESS WASHER AND DRYER NO FIRES outside except to make food in the grill (please note we do not provide charcoal) Many of our returning guests do not realize that Rowley's Bay Resort burned to the ground in September 2023. While we have no affiliation with RBR we were sad to see this happen. We hoping to see new owners in the near future. Door County Adventures is still operating at the marina for rentals of kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, as well as zip line and Segway tours and many excursions. Rowley’s Bay flows into the gentle Mink River, where you can spot minks, ducks, butterflies, dragonflies, and other wildlife. We are located at the end of a cul-de-sac. We have free internet access for guests. We have recommendations and brochures at the property upon your arrival. We are happy to make other suggestions or answer questions through email, messages, texts or phone calls. We want to make sure our guests have a wonderful stay. Please note majority homes are full time residence, and we are strict regarding our quiet hours! Here’s some helpful tips to Door County we will provide more during your stay Restaurants suggestions: Al Johnson's with the goats on the roof Husby's (America food) Wild Tomatoes Chop's for incredible steaks Alexander's Salmon and many other tasty items on the menu PC Junction to have your food delivered by a miniature train White Gull Inn (Breakfast) Wilson's or Door County/ Ice Cream Factory Tell us what's your favorite place Things to do Spring/Summer/Fall: swim/hike/bike in the five state parks, and 19 county parks that Door County has to offer. Bike from our house to Gills Rock. Check out all of the Door County Land Trusts for even more hiking possibilities. Gaze at the stars at Newport State Park, which was recognized as one of only 49 international Dark Sky Parks. Watch the sunset from the outdoor stage at Waterfront Park in Sister Bay. Check out the new tower, an engineering feat, at Peninsula State Park. Golf at the many courses or try some miniature golf if that is more your speed. Watch live plays at the Peninsula Players Theater, Northern Sky Theater, Door Shakespeare or Third Avenue Playhouse. Attend live music concerts at numerous venues, including Birch Creek, Midsummer Music Festival and Peninsula Players. Many towns have weekly outdoor music concerts. Tour Cana Island and Eagle Bluff lighthouses. Ride the ferries to Washington Island and Rock Island. Cruise on a sailboat or tour boat. Rent a pontoon boat, a speed boat or a jet ski. Enjoy fishing on Lake Michigan or Green Bay on a fishing charter. Attend an outdoor movie at Skyway Drive In. Enjoy the many festivals on the weekends. Sign up for a bike race or a run. Take a cooking class at Savory Spoon or an art course at various art studios. Go cherry picking. Spend time horseback riding or rent an ATV. Take the trolley tour. Walk through Edgewood Orchard Galleries to see all the amazing outdoor sculptures for sale. Relax at Nicolet Beach or rent a bicycle or paddle boat/paddle board/canoe/kayak there. Take photos at the crooked road (near the north ferry launch). The options for activities are limitless in Door County. Winter: Snowshoeing, sledding, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, fat tire biking, ice skating and hiking. Rentals are available in Fish Creek and other locations. Bowling at Sister Bay Bowl. Attend the many winter festivals on weekends throughout the season. Photograph or check out the ice shoves of Door Bluff Headlands Park and the Cave Point County Park icicles. Hang at our house in front of the cozy fire with a good book. Stay home and play board games, checkers or complete a puzzle. Year round: Shop at interesting boutiques and art galleries. Attend concerts or plays at Door County Auditorium, Third Avenue Playhouse and the new indoor Northern Sky Theater. Create art at Hands on Art Studio. Dine at amazing restaurants. Spa days are a must. Winery, distillery and brewery tours. Door County bans chain stores and restaurants, which keeps the charm alive. You will only see them in Sturgeon Bay. Thank you Karl ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No Smoking ### Services and conveniences - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64570000/64562200/64562183/c7da62b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rustic, cozy log home vacation retreat near Sister Bay. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 32-56-0447-00 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Picturesque Wooded Privacy Retreat Picturesque Wooded Privacy Retreat (new to VRBO 2021) Private, Picturesque, Cozy Retreat in the Woods Ellison Bay ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.21575%2C-87.03836&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VUWACyT7M9cwsXtZAZrqFruX2r4=) Ellison Bay, WI #### What's nearby - Sister Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 13.4 km - Waterfront Park - 17 min drive - 13.4 km - Sister Bay Marina - 17 min drive - 13.8 km - Newport State Park - 20 min drive - 17.3 km - Peninsula State Park - 28 min drive - 23.1 km #### Getting around - Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 105 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - ‬15 min drive - ‪Stabbur Beer Garden - ‬14 min drive - ‪Husby's Food & Spirits - ‬14 min drive - ‪Twelve Eleven Wine Bar + Provisions - ‬16 min drive - ‪Wild Tomato - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Retreat in the Woods pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Private Retreat in the Woods? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private Retreat in the Woods? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Private Retreat in the Woods located? > This family-friendly Ellison Bay vacation home is located on a river, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ellison Bluff State Natural Area and Linden Gallery. Ellison Bay Pottery Studios and The Clearing Folk School are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? 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