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8 Miles Of Sand Beach To Explore ~ Outstanding Sunset Views Over The Lake!

Beachfront vacation home near Lake Michigan

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5 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Place, Crossroads At Big Creek
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Door County Historical Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Sturgeon Bay

On the beach.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 6 miles (10 km) of The Farm. Crossroads At Big Creek and Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crossroads At Big Creek - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Door County Historical Museum - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Third Avenue Playhouse - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 12 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Institute Saloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪5th and Jefferson Coffee House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starboard Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

8 Miles Of Sand Beach To Explore ~ Outstanding Sunset Views Over The Lake!

Walk 4 miles of empty beach in either direction or bike down a wooded road laced with million dollar homes. Our property is located in the most rural and secluded section of the most desirable Midwestern destination. Bikes and beach toys are provided with this totally equipped home which was built for large group rentals.

Children love to dig a waterhole in the beach, play with the odd homemade wooden toys or watch movies until they fall asleep in their rooms. Adults enjoy sharing breakfast for two on the roof porch or beach swing. The night sky is lit with stars while your family roasts marshmallows over a beach fire.

The beach house sits on top of a dune surrounded with pine trees. Large windows make viewing the lake a treat from each common area. Seamlessly, the stone design blends into the landscape making your transformation from the elegant inside into the dune environment an unforgettable experience. 4 kings, 3 queens, l small daybed, 2 full futons, cots and inflatables

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

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

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Smoking is allowed outside, but collect butts for the garbage. The garbage truck (Wednesday) will drive up and empty the cans in place.
Please strip the beds, take out all garbage and we will empty the dishwasher if you don’t have time.
Dogs outside must be on a leash.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • 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
  • Note from host: We will ask for a pet fee for bigger dogs.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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

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8 Miles Sand Beach Explore Outstanding Sunsets Views Over Lake
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8 Miles Of Sand Beach To Explore ~ Outstanding Sunset Views Over The Lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice home wonderful time next to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location was absolutely amazing! The house had everything we needed and more
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Andy F.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, not so clean

We
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage, lots of room, gorgeous beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary M., South Milwaukee, WI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at Marys Beach House. This is the 2nd year we've stayed here for our annual family vacation. The house is very spacious and clean. Views are stunning and we all loved the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tom s.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house delivers a perfect sand beach, six bedrooms, and allows two pooches - perfect for my family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Something for all ages

The beach house was roomy and home for our family of 11. Ranging from age 6 to 71! The view of the lake from inside was spectacular!The deck, which overlooks Lake Michigan was so inviting. Our grands spent most days and evenings on the smooth sandy beach or in the lake. (Life jackets of course) Mary & Ray were available if need be:)Already looking forward to next time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best beach in DC

This was our third year, and we enjoyed it as much as we always do. Absolutely the best beach in Door County. The views from the house are stunning. The house is like your grandparent’s well-loved beach house; lots of character. Plenty of rooms for our mini family get-together (7 adults & 1 teen.) The upstairs suite is breathtaking! Coffee on the deck, afternoons on the beach & dinners overlooking the water. Wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

beautiful beach and house

Wonderful place, gorgeous beach, plenty of room for family get togethers!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie O., Pekin, IL

Great Lake views

This rental has a beautiful beach area. We had a fire on the beach a couple of times. We roasted hot dogs and made s’mores. Location is the star.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathleen s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sturgeon Bay and elsewhere

Wonderful property for multi-generational family. Plenty of space, well equipped, great location for exploring Door Country
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mary's beach house is like coming home. It is a comfortable rustic place to stay with everything you need to enjoy your time on the beach. The views are breathtaking and the property is accessible. We had a wide range of ages with the oldest of our party being 89. The porch was their favorite perch and the path to the beach was easy enough for them to walk. If you're looking for a place that fits all ages, this is it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

mike g.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Love the location and home, unhappy other parts of rental

We drove up to the home on the first night at 3:30 p.m. to find a partial tree blocking the driveway and outside toys blown all over. Cleaned it up, never took a picture. House was as expected, perfect for our large family. The beach was easy access great place for walks. Location of home was great as well and close to many attractions. The house was dirty, but we let this go. We realize lake houses get dirty so wrote it off to that. The house was full of ants we kept our food in totes and the ants were also in two of the downstairs bedrooms and a bathroom. We did go buy ant traps which helped in the kitchen but not the other areas. We love the house for our family so let it all go. Had not tried to communicate with owner as I had wrote a message on May 15th, never got a response. The worst part of the stay was the last full day of trip. Owner arrived at backdoor of house before 7:00 a.m. This is our vacation, and we paid what we felt was a large sum of money for this rental only to be bothered at 7:00 a.m. and he did not call first. Our daughter was breastfeeding her baby in the sunroom enjoying the view and the next thing she sees is a stranger. He showed up to say neighbor complained as we had small fire on the beach the night before and listened to music were in house by 9:45 p.m. as quiet time is 10:00 p.m. The owners lack of courtesy to call and acting like we were in the wrong as we followed the rules was hard to take.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Doris P.

Beautiful views on Lake Michigan

Wonderful views the lake upon entry in the house. The space was great with our family and friends joining us to celebrate our daughter's wedding.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

8 miles of sand beach

capacious beautiful cottage, gorgeous surroundings and Lkae Michigan!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Lake Michigan beach house

The location is wonderful. The beach is wonderful. There was plenty of space in the house for our family gathering. The cleanliness was disappointing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M., South Milwaukee, WI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time

Beautiful home. This house has a wonderful homey, comfortable feel. We were a party of 11 and there was enough room for all including a large dining room table to play family games on. The house was very well stocked with all necessities and more. Location was great. Short trip to store, yet located on private beachfront lot. We had a group of all ages and all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little slice of heaven

We’ve been before & will come again as long as Ray & Mary continue to rent! The house is a little dated & full of personal, whimsical touches - not your sterile corporate vrbo stay. But the beach is an unmatched feature among door county rentals. We adore this property and were sad to go. Already looking forward to next year!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

Family Getaway

You could not find a better location with beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Plenty of room for our family of 11 adults. The property could use new bath towels and bed linens/comforters. Overall, great place to spend a week in Door County exploring.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jermain K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The house was in a great location within 7 miles of Sturgeon Bay to pick up groceries or go to lunch or dinner. The house has a beautiful view of Lake Michigan and has a long stretch of sandy beach to take walks. The kitchen was well supplied with pots and pans to cook dinners for 12 people. We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mary’s Beach House

This is an older property with lots of character that perfectly suited us. The sand beach is gorgeous and perfect for walking. The house is spacious and private. It was cool, but our dog loved the swimming in Lake Michigan. The neighborhood is quiet and our old biking legs appreciated the flatter roads in the area. It is beautiful in Door County and this area along Glidden is one of the most beautiful. Mary and Ray Spangler are great hosts who respond immediately if there is a question or problem. For us this is a five star property and we are already looking forward to coming back here next July.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great family vacation

Mary's Beach house was the perfect place for a family vacation. Had enough sleeping spaces, enough rooms that if you needed a little quite time, huge deck and wonderful wonderful beach! Laid back, and comfortable for all!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mary's beach house

Gorgeous beach, commodious beach house, friendly, interesting owners who were extremely accommodating. Hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jason S., Monona, Wisconsin

Like staying at my grandparent's cabin

Stayed with the family and some friends and their kids in Mary's Beach House for five nights. Ray and Mary were great with the check in, said we could come a little earlier as the cabin was available, even replaced a gas grill that was broken the next day. We got there late Sunday afternoon and immediately hit the beach, which is really the most outstanding feature of the property. We could see the kids playing in the water from the deck and the path is short, maybe 30 feet or so before you hit the sand. Pretty much spent all week on that amazing beach. Sand everywhere, even with the kids rinsing off their feet with the hose next to the house. Hard to keep the sand out, but we tried. There's washer and dryer in the cabin, so we did a lot of laundry. Had to buy beach towels, as there were none. The cabin itself has lots of bedrooms, with a lofted room that has a 360-degree view that is pretty amazing along with a little deck area. Though this space could be a great master suite, it was set up more for kids. Overall, the cabin is feeling it's age and there are a few areas that are perpetually damp and dank, which is just how it is when you have a place right on the beach. Makes it smell like wet cedar, just like my grandparent's cabin. There are lot of dusty cabin-y knick-knacks around (not like the "beach swag" you get from Amazon) and plenty of post-its that let you know what you can and can't do in the house--just like grandma and grandpas.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Maria B.

Good for the Soul

Very comfortable. Loved the Deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023