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Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck)

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, music library
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, music library

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Place, Potawatomi State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Sturgeon Bay Bridge
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Door County Historical Museum
    ‪22 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.

Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck)

Clean, bright and airy home on Sherwood Point, nestled amongst the trees just 15 mins., West of Sturgeon Bay in the Town of Nasewaupee - across the street from the Sherwood Point Lighthouse.

Fully equipped 2 Bedroom (a Queen Bed in the Master Bedroom and 2 Queen Beds in the Loft). In the Large Loft there is an additional Queen Blow-Up Bed. 1 roomy full bathroom provides ample space and includes washer/dryer within. Home includes forced air heat/air conditioning, washer/dryer, dishwasher, fridge, full-sized oven/range, and microwave. At the footsteps of upper Door County!
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. You'll find features like laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Lake Michigan and Sherwood Point Lighthouse
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Welcome to stay, but smoking must be outside.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Welcome to stay, but smoking must be outside.

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 and a first aid kit
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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Cottage by the Bay
Pet friendly Home by the Bay
Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay
Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck) Sturgeon Bay

Reviews

Idlewild Hideaway by the Bay (with Large Deck) Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Wonderful a
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private & cozy, filled with light, clean and well equipped. Comfortable outdoor seating. Close to public beach access. Go stargazing on clear nights on the beach (though watch your step as it’s very rocky) - amazing! Location is in the country but short drive to Sturgeon Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mawmma B., Claymont

Liked: Cleanliness
First of all, the pictures don't actually do the place justice. Sorry that might sound rough but when we all walked in we all were like holy *** this place is amazing! Great location, lots of space and the deck, the deck! With the gas fire table is FIRE! Outdoor fire pit wonderful as well. Fridge is perfect size, kitchen is also perfect size to have multiple people prepping and cooking. Location getting to and from town, perfect distance to all the spots. A wonderful time was had with our two sons who came from Nebraska, we came from Delaware. Living room is comfy as heck too. Wild turkeys, deer and black squirrels were seen. Not far from county parks and local watering holes either. 100 out of 10 if you ask us. Tom, thank you for sharing your little piece of heaven with everyone. It was so nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of life and forget about anything else. Dog friendly - Quiet - Relaxing - Gorgeous - Felt like we won the lottery staying here. Sorry I only got 2 pics, at the house I have video but you can't upload videos.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pat J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed the quietness of the location. Lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke T., Saint Charles, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this house! It was very clean and stocked with anything we needed. We really enjoyed how it’s tucked in the woods..such a peaceful and beautiful spot. We saw deer and turkeys each day as we were driving near the property. The host was very responsive and easy to communicate with. I’d definitely recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena D.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in door county!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property

The house was very clean and in a great location. We loved the short walk to see the water. I was very happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

July getaway

Loved the privacy. Everything we could have needed, super thoughtful. Saw deer, turkey, and squirrels all the first day. Disappointed no water access to even walk to for a sunset viewing, appeared to be all private unless we missed something, but we did drive around the neighborhood and saw nothing. Otherwise perfect stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and property

The place is amazing and we will be booking again next year very soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G., Waukesha

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful rental

This is a wonderful rental property. It is in a very quiet peaceful location (about 10 minutes south of Sturgeon Bay). The house is very clean and comfortable. The kitchen is well-stocked for those that want to cook (I do not!) We only used the master bedroom. The bed is very comfortable. The loft looks very nice with easy access via regular staircase. In the neighborhood is a local bar/grill (Sawyer Harbor Bar & Grill) that has good burgers and the staff is very friendly. Close to Sherwood Point lighthouse. Cabot Cove lookout is beautiful. We saw deer and fox while there. We would recommend and we will stay there again. We liked the location but we drive all over the peninsula, so the distance did not bother us and the distance from the business of the other towns was a welcome plus. Very good communication with the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarod E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

We really enjoyed our stay. Location was great, hosts were great, and house was perfect for us on our vacation. Overall excellent stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Very clean , and enjoyed the peace and quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to unwind

A nice cabin in the woods. Peaceful atmosphere with wildlife and water sounds. The house was cozy and clean. A nice get away.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice weekend getaway

We had a nice relaxing time in Idlewild. The house was clean, in a quiet area, and near a light house and water access that we enjoyed walks to. Would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suza B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Stay

This home was perfect for a Birthday Fall Getaway to see the sights of Door County. It was especially appreciated that our pup could join, so Thank You! We loved relaxing by the fire after a day of adventure (brought our own logs, but the house had fire starters which was so helpful!) and would have used the outdoor fire as well, but it was too windy. Loved the secluded location, and nearness to the lighthouse area which we explored in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short break

Quiet and peaceful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

brandon t.

Liked: Cleanliness

GREAT GET AWAY

Loved the house and the area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Me and the wife had a nice relaxing get away to door county for our anniversary! Will definitely be coming back again. Super easy working with Tom and renting this beautiful home for the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Home Away From Home

Nice, quiet and secluded refuge away from the hustle and bustle, but close enough to easily venture into Sturgeon Bay and upper Door County.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ Kris G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, friendly neighborhood

Nice, comfortable house in quiet neighborhood. House has everything you need. Would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wisconsin Getaway

What a wonderful house! Beautiful and spacious with everything you need! We thoroughly enjoyed out stay and will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and relaxing stay

A wonderful location that is perfect to relax yet close enough to everything Door County has to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic House

We have stayed in many VRBOs and I will say this had the best appointed kitchen. There were sharp knives, plenty of cutting boards, and every size pot and pan available. There was a toaster oven, instant pot ( with an air fryer lid)…you name it and it’s probably there. We saw lots of wildlife around the house and really enjoyed the large porch. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

B. R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good property

Everything as stated in listing, would return
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024