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COUSIN's COTTAGE
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Egg Harbor Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Potawatomi State Park
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Sturgeon Bay, WI (SUE-Door County Cherryland)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

YOUR KEY TO THE DOOR

The cottage was inspired by the features of Frank Lloyd Wright and can accommodate a family of four. There is an extra charge over the first two. One bedroom has a queen size bed, the other bunk beds. The cottage has air conditioning but is mostly cooled from the breezes of Green Bay. There is a full kitchen and an outdoor grill. WiFi and cable TV and a wonderful fire pit., The dock is available for your use, whether it is for swimming or fishing. We need to assess conditions for installing the dock each spring..

**Cancellation Policy**
Cancellation refund upon request. Should issues arise, please contact the property owner.

Property manager

Bryan Troutman

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cancellation Refund Upon Request. Please contact Property Owner for a health or emergency issue.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sturgeon Bay

Located in Sturgeon Bay, this cottage is on the beach. Woodwalk Gallery and Third Avenue Playhouse are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Choice Orchards and Main Street Shops. The Garden Door and Plum Loco Animal Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sturgeon Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Egg Harbor Beach - 15 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 18 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Cave Point County Park - 23 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Whitefish Dunes State Park - 25 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Potawatomi State Park - 36 min drive - 25.5 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Door County Coffee & Tea Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Door Peninsula Winery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Door County Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Birmingham Bar & Cottages - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Institute Saloon - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is YOUR KEY TO THE DOOR pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at YOUR KEY TO THE DOOR?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at YOUR KEY TO THE DOOR?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is YOUR KEY TO THE DOOR located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Bay Shore Blufflands Nature Preserve and Red Oak Winery. George K. Pinney County Park and Choice Orchards are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GORDON S.

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

PARADISE FOUND

Cancel the rest. This is the best. Elegant but woodsy character. Gorgeous Bay views. Even more gorgeous sunsets. Most relaxing setting ever. Are we coming back? You betcha!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Gordon and Carol
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

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

Great Experience

Cousin's Cottage gave us just the relaxing getaway we needed. Bryan and Diane had the house opened up when we got there, with fresh-cut flowers on the table and a lake breeze wafting through the open windows and doors. The cottage is beautiful inside and out, clean, and plainly loved and treated as a family home. We especially enjoyed the renovated bathroom and well-stocked kitchen, with new appliances. The Weber gas grill was clean and new, too. When we stayed in, we enjoyed the huge windows all around the lake side of the cottage, fresh air, shade trees, and of course the lake. When we went out, Egg Harbor and Sturgeon Bay were both close by. We would come back to stay with our gracious and friendly hosts with no hesitation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Marie R., Brookfield, Wisconsin

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

Nature + Nurture = Wonderful Stay

What a delightful experience! This stay delivered more than was promised and expected. The cabin was beautifully designed to offer the best view of the lake and autumn, and to keep us comfortable. Everything we needed was right there; we happily didn't have to leave for days (it was our honeymoon). Bryan and Diane were available if we needed them, sharing suggestions for restaurants and excursions. We did have several wonderful dinners out and visited several parks and beaches. It was amazing. We would recommend this to everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

Sunsets on the Bay

This was the second time we've stayed at "Cousins Cottage". We are still amazed with the beautiful sunsets and the water and the view in general. It's a great launch point for any activity anywhere in door county.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Summer Getaway

A beautiful house. Super clean and location was great for touring Door County. Only a few miles from Peninsula State Park, Cherry Picking, Cana Island, among so many other Door County activities. The lakefront view was spectacular. We spent many afternoons relaxing and kayaking right at our rental. A great stay. Didn't want to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Della T.

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

Door county first timers

We had a wonderful stay at cousins cottage. The location is perfect and we really enjoyed access to the bay. Our hosts were very accommodating. Some good words to describe this rental are quaint, comfortable, and good access to Green Bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

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

Perfect location to explore Door County

This clean and cute cottage was a perfect location to spend when exploring the great things Door County has to offer-- we were minutes from everything. It also provided some peace and solitude when needing some down time. The sunsets were amazing! The hosts were so helpful and sweet! The cottage was clean and perfect for our family of 4. Kids loved the bunk beds and there was space to spread out and chill after a day of exploring. The windows and deck allow you to take in the beautiful scenery. I would highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie k., Wisconsin

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

WONDERFUL setting for this Couple.

Cousin’s Cottage was all we hoped for and more. Squeaky clean, decorated in a fun, comfortable, stylish way and had everything we needed for our 5 night stay. Bryan and Diane were welcoming. We look forward to staying again and again and again 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peg R., Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

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

Great cottage by the bay!

We thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful, private cottage on the Bay! It’s so close to anything and everything we wanted to see or do on the Peninsula! A real “find”—a hidden gem!! Bryan and Diane thought of every detail to make us feel welcomed and relaxed. Calm or stormy, the Bay always delivered a beautiful sunset. The waves on the Bay and the breezes through the tall cedars entertained us by day and lulled us to sleep at night. This cottage exceeded all of our expectations!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

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

Charming and private spot

A lovely spot close to the water & surrounded by evergreen trees. Isolated and very private, several miles from the nearest town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

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

Great relaxing stay!

Bryan and Diane are great hosts and we are very lucky that they share their beautiful property on the bay. Cool breezes and sunsets make this a perfect location for relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Sunsets, bonfires, great memories!

This place is wonderful. The windows were spotless and provided gorgeous views of the lake from every room. You could even watch the sunset from bed. We set up a hammock near the water and watched the waves all day. At night, there is a great fire pit right on the water. The beds were comfortable and the place was spotless, the cleanest I’ve ever seen. The hosts were so helpful and responsive. They even baked us fresh cookies! I can’t wait to bring my small fam to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meredith A.

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

Beautiful and Relaxing

Exactly what we wanted. Cozy place right by the water to relax. I loved hearing the waves at night. My husband and I went for our anniversary without our kids and just wanted a place to relax and enjoy nature. The sunsets were gorgeous and we loved just sitting by the fire pit at night. Bryan and Diane were gracious hosts and we had a really good time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

We loved this property! So quaint and the views were amazing from all the windows!

The owners were very receptive with our questions, the house was perfect and very clean with comfortable furniture and lots of wonderful outdoor seating! Hope to go back someday!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ed K.

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

Door County getaway

The cabin was very clean and is very well maintained. We spent a week here and had a vert peaceful stay. We were put to sleep by the sound of the waves every night and the sunsets are amazing. Bryan and Diane are very nice and helpful hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

Peaceful and Relaxing

The cottage was everything we were looking for. Great location, great view, privacy and more. We would definitely stay again. Don't forget the beautiful sunsets. A perfect week of R & R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G., Pewaukee

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

Simply just peaceful and beautiful!

If you want peace and Beauty' this is the place, you get it inside and especially outside. You're on the water the sun sets are Beyond breathtaking. The owners are simply enjoyable to talk to and they definitely give you your space and they're there if you need anything they're very nice people I am glad to say I have met them for the second time. I just can't say enough how much I enjoyed the peace which was much needed for me and my husband thank you again And as for staying in the cabin, with all the windows it's simply a little piece of heaven the best way to explain it, window view everywhere you can wake up and hear the waves and see the water. Sometimes you felt like you were right on the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Door County get away

The location of this cottage can't be beat: on the shore of Green Bay in Door County. We were close to the small towns and shops as well as the parks, hiking trails and water front views. The owners, who live next door, greeted us and let us know that we were welcome. The cabin has full window views of Green Bay and a wonderful deck with plenty of chairs (2 were reclining) to view the night stars. Everything we needed was provided (kitchen/bath etc) - the queen bed was very comfortable and the two couches were wonderful to catch up on some book reading. We would like to return and continue exploring the area. This cottage would be our destination!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

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

Wonderful

It was simply wonderful. Very very clean with updated very tasteful furnishings. Beautiful lake views acrosss the entire length of the house. Also supplied a super list of places to eat. Tried almost everyone. Very friendly inn keepers. Thank you so much Brian and Diane
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

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

Peaceful and beautiful

Bryan and Diane are wonderful hosts. We always enjoy our stay at this property.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Could not have been better

Beautiful location and lovely cottage. We loved everything about this cottage and hope to visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

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

Beautiful

We loved our stay in this gorgeous setting! Bryan was helpful and made sure we were happy with everything. Can’t say enough about the sunsets how much we enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Colin S.

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

Incredibly Welcoming!

We loved our time here! Diane and Bryan both came to greet us when we arrived and we felt at home the entire time. There were homemade muffins for us too, what a nice treat! The cabin was really clean and cool with a unique layout and the views of the water were great. If you wanted to you could lay in bed, watch the sunset, and roll over and go to sleep. The location was really good too. We really got to relax during our stay, and we are hoping to return in the near future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS W.

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

PERFECT, JUST PERFECT!

Beautifully sited, well appointed, wifi, DISH TV (when it rains), could not have been better! The sunsets were on the edge of theatrical. Don't look further, this is The One! Our gracious hosts made the stay even more comfortable- thank you, Diane and Bryan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

Delightful place to relax and unwind

This cottage on the bay was perfect for our honeymoon. We had amazing weather even if it was a bit chilly - the sun shone and the sunsets were gorgeous to watch over the water right at the kitchen table! The size was just right for us and I enjoyed hearing the water even with the windows closed. The trees were brilliant and we enjoyed driving to the different villages. Lots of places were closed for the season so we had to sacrifice that aspect for peak leaves...but it was worth it to us. I highly recommend if you enjoy getting away from it all and enjoying God’s beauty all around!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

About the host

Hosted by Bryan Troutman

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My wife and I have been coming to Door County on vacation since the mid 1980's. We acquired our home in 1989 and purchased Cousin's Cottage last year. The addition of this property expands our waterfront footage to 300 feet, which we share with potential renters.

Why they chose this property

This property helps to protect the beauty of the entire property and the wonderful vistas of the Bay of Green Bay. It is unique and has its own personality throughout the seasons.

What makes this property unique

Cousin's Cottage is appropriately named because the kids simply love its style, uniqueness and location. There is nothing more pleasant to have Cousin's Cottage bring family together. It has also proven to be a wonderful honeymoon destination.
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