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Silo Guest House Peninsula Parkside Retreat

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Fish Creek, WI
  • Place, Peninsula State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fish Creek Public Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Door Community Auditorium
    ‪13 min walk‬

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About this property

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

Silo Guest House Peninsula Parkside Retreat

Summary:

Welcome to the Silo Guest House hosted by Simple Life Rentals, a truly unique and historic retreat offering unparalleled sunset views and a glimpse into Door County's past. This unique space boasts 17 windows, allowing you to soak in the beauty of the surrounding landscape from the 4th floor living area. Floors 2, 3, and 4 have their own balconies to enjoy the beautiful vistas.



The Space:

Located on a quiet dead-end street nearby Peninsula State Park, you'll have easy access to a variety of outdoor activities including biking, hiking, golfing, and swimming.



The Silo Guest House spans four floors, connected by a common stairway, making it ideal for active adults seeking a unique retreat. The home offers 2 bedrooms (on two different floors), 1.5 bathrooms and can sleep 6 guests comfortably.

- 1st: half bath and kitchen

- 2nd: Bedroom 1 Two Twin Beds

- 3rd: Bedroom 2 Full Sized bed and Full bathroom

- Because of the winding staircase, there are not doors to the bedrooms

- 4th: Living Room



Property features:

+ Balconies on three floors

+ Spectacular views from the 17 windows

+ Firepit with six chairs

+ Charcoal grill

+ Patio table with four chairs

+ Games for guest’s enjoyment

+ Starlink internet for high speed connectivity



Consider the neighboring property “Fish Creek Farmhouse” which is connected to the Silo by a closed off breezeway, to rent both units for larger groups!



History of the property: The Silo Guest House was once part of a World War II POW camp. Many tales are told of visitors encountering prisoners and guards, adding an extra layer of intrigue to your stay. It's the only livable silo in Door County, offering a truly unique accommodation experience.



About the Space:

+ Internet/Wi-Fi (due to the rural nature of the property, Wi-Fi and cell phone coverage and service can vary)

+ 1 Smart TV (living room) with Roku streaming services. Guests may log in using their own accounts.

+ Dining table with seating for 4

+ Electric baseboard heat

+ One window A/C unit in living area-- to quickly cool the home, close all windows and turn on the A/C. The cool air will push down and cool the silo.

+ Ceiling fans in both bedrooms



Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #12-56-3101-07



Sleeping Accommodations:

- Bedroom #1 (2nd level): 2 twin beds, ceiling fan, hangers, and extra blankets

- Bedroom #2 (3rd level): 1 full size bed, ceiling fan, hangers, and extra blankets

- Additional sleeping space: Pull-out sofa couch (queen) in living room (4th level)

*No doors on bedrooms; connected by a common staircase



Bathrooms:

- Bathroom 1 (main level): Half bathroom with toilet and sink only

- Bathroom 2 (3rd level): Full bathroom with walk-in shower, attached to Bedroom 2



Outdoor Area:

- Back patio

- Balconies on levels 2, 3 and 4

- Patio table with 4 chairs

- Charcoal grill (please bring charcoal)

- Fire pit with 6 chairs (please bring local firewood)

- Picnic table (shared with neighboring unit)

- 2 parking spots in front

- No garage access



Home Truths:

- This home is perfect for adults and older children (no young children and no pets, please) with a sense of adventure and willing to work going up and down the stairs for the unbeatable, panoramic view. Each bedroom is on its own floor with the staircase passing through leading to the top floor's living room.

- There is no central air conditioning in this property. One window A/C unit is in the living room (top floor), which will cool the entire silo when all windows are shut. Both bedrooms contain ceiling fans.

- No washer and dryer onsite

- No ice maker



This property is located in a quiet community with neighbors and is geared towards quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of neighbors, we cannot accommodate parties at the property including bachelor or bachelorette parties or other rowdy gatherings.



Please be aware that you must sign a terms and conditions agreement, which will be sent to you separately, to finalize your reservation.



The Neighborhood:

The north and east borders of Silver Lake are a conservancy called Jorgen's Park Preserve with a pavilion and walking trails. There is trail access from the road approximately 1/3 mile down Lake Street (to the east). The southern end of the property connects to Tomorrow River Trail - a 28 mile trail made over old railroad tracks.



Getting Around:

Explore the beautiful surroundings on one of our provided bikes, or take a leisurely stroll into Scandinavia, where you'll find quaint shops, a delightful coffee house, and a playground for the kids.



Other Things to Note:

Amenity + damage protection waiver includes:

- Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and bathroom towels. (Please bring your own beach towels)

- A starter pack of essentials which includes toilet paper, paper towel, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap, and garbage bags. Due to septic systems, we do not provide facial tissue. One each of travel size shampoo, conditioner, and body wash per full bathroom.

- PEACE OF MIND Damage protection covers up to $1000 per stay for accidental damage that is reported prior to departure (excludes any pet damage).
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Peninsula State Park and 7 minutes by foot from Lake Michigan
This vacation home offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding 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

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Silo Guest House Peninsula Parkside Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun, unique property in fabulous Fish Creek. Had a great time and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inge Y.

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

Awesome location, unique property

We enjoyed our stay at this unique property. The kids love the stairs. Cozy and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey W.

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

Girl's Family Trip

Absolutely loved this property. Great communication with the property manager. The cleanest property I stayed at. Truly enjoyed the unique silo (we called it the princess tower). Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Great location

Pur fanily enjoyed a short trip to fisg creek. The silo location is really ideal, at the entrance to peninsula park and a short walk to the center of Fish Creek.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

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

Loved it!

The girls and I had a fantastic stay at the Silo Guest House! Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Fun unique spot

The silo was clean well laid out. It made for a really fun stay. Great location adjacent to the state park, bike rentals, and all of Fish Creek’s offerings.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Father's day weekend

Great location. Different kind of property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Nice and clean, unique architecture!

Everything works, full kitchen. A TV antenna would be a nice addition. Much recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location near the State Park. Easy to find. Well stocked kitchen. No big mixing bowls. Beds comfortable but pillows and quilts dusty. Couch on top floor needs to be cleaned, caused allergy like pet dander although pets are not permitted. If light switches were labeled that would be very helpful. Perfect space for a family of three or four.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Unique property in a great location

We really enjoyed our stay at the silo! Quirky and fun perfect location. Enjoyed coffee in the mornings on the deck and watched an evening storm roll in upstairs in the surround windows. Right next to peninsula state park. 4 adults in our group, bring a hairdryer, kitchen has some basics to cook with (salt, pepper, oils, coffee filters), beds comfortable. We would go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sara D.

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

Unique place

Cute place. Can use some updating. Paint needs updating. A couple of spots on the walls you can clearly see the patched holes and they didn’t paint the rest of the wall. Used toothbrush head was on bathroom floor. Also found fortune cookie fortune on the floor. Other than that stuff the place was cool! Excellent location to Peninsula State Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location but couldn’t handle the heat

This is a fun, unique venue for a short visit. We were booked for a week but left early due to my allergies and inability to sleep. One window unit on the 4th floor only cooled the 4th floor. High temps and humidity made for a very uncomfortable atmosphere. The dehumidifier ran constantly and we emptied it at least 3 times a day. Musty odors killed my allergies and asthma. I would recommend a cooler temp visit as the location is right at the entrance of Peninsula Park for biking or hiking and easy walking to dining and shops. This location had lovely bedding and art but the carpeting, window treatments and paint could use a little attention.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jake P.

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

Unique structure and Great Location

We definitely made some great memories here. It's a truly unique and remarkable building, and my kids will always remember staying in "the silo."That said, for the cost, I was surprised by how dated some of the furnishings were - particularly the mattresses and carpeting. Replacing these would really elevate the experience and bring the amenities more in line with what guests might expect at this price point. The bed frames and mattresses felt more like items that had been stored away for decades or picked up at a garage sale.The top floor offers an incredible view, and I was really hoping to use that space as the master bedroom. Unfortunately, the pull-out couch mattress was in such poor condition that it wasn’t a viable option for adults to sleep on.There’s also a noticeable odor on the first floor, which I believe is coming from a hole in the closet floor. Sealing that up would likely go a long way in addressing the corn silage-like smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lyle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025