Home Owner Custom Built Log Cabin

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Washington Island, WI

Deer Run Golf Course
‪13 min walk‬
Schoolhouse Beach Park
‪6 min drive‬
The Historic Island Dairy
‪6 min drive‬
Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
‪254 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Beautiful log cabin - sleeps 8 - 2 bedrooms and large loft with 5 beds overlooking kitchen and living area - 1 bath. Large high windows allow lots of light and view of outdoors. Ceiling fans throughout the cabin. Cabin is set far enough off road to relax comfortably on the deck and read or sunbathe and it's protected from high winds that often blow on the island. Located close to town and restaurants, walking distance to Lake Michigan shoreline. Beautiful tranquil location to enjoy the peace and slow pace of island life. Large deck perfect for cookouts and star gazing - full kitchen, outdoor grill.
NOTE: Local room tax for Door County is included in nightly rate.

Property manager

Lory and Dan Porter

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Washington Island

Located in Washington Island, this cabin is near the beach. Deer Run Golf Course and Northport Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Island State Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.

Washington Island, WI

What's nearby

Deer Run Golf Course - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Schoolhouse Beach Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
The Historic Island Dairy - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
Grand Traverse Island State Park - 12 min drive - 6.1 km
Rock Island State Park - 13 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 169 min drive

Restaurants

‪Albatross Drive Inn - ‬4 min drive
‪Jackson Harbor Soup - ‬13 min drive
‪The Point Grille - ‬7 min drive
‪Red Cup Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
‪K K Fiske - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Home Owner Custom Built Log Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home Owner Custom Built Log Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home Owner Custom Built Log Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home Owner Custom Built Log Cabin located?

Situated near the beach, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Deer Run Golf Course and Lake Michigan. Washington Island Stave Church and The Historic Island Dairy are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Su J.

17 October 2024

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

Cutest log cabin

Everything about this property is beautiful! Great for all seasons however, the fall is not to be missed.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann J.

26 August 2024

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

Family visit

Very clean and comfortable Good location for visiting relatives.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

22 July 2024

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

Washington Island Property

This was our third stay at this property. Beautiful home, clean, well-stocked and great location. Dan and Lory are very easy to communicate with and then check in, checkout, reservation process was smooth and easy.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily Z.

22 July 2024

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

Perfect for a fishing trip!

Property was as advertised and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Plenty of space for the 5-7 adults we had, even with one bathroom. Would happily start again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

30 June 2024

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

Comfort & Renewal

Our stay at the cabin was wonderful! We arrived to a clean, comfortable cabin (that would have comfortably held A LOT more than us!); stocked with essentials (beds made & ready, soap, TP, coffee filters, firewood & kindling next to the pit outside). I loved the location - away from main street hub-bub. You flexibility in allowing us to bring our puppy was SO much appreciated! Many thanks for providing an essential of a wonderful week!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam V.

15 August 2023

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

Cozy cabin retreat

This cabin is the perfect place for an island vacation in the woods - clean, quiet, and convenient. We wish we could have stayed longer. Washington Island is a wonderful, hidden gem, and it is definitely worth it to visit Rock Island while you’re there.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

20 July 2023

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

Washington Island House

Lori and Dan's home is in a great location, private, well stocked and very comfortable. The Island has many attractions and great restaurants whether you want to get active outdoors or relax on the deck or beach. Everything is accessible by bike. The vibe is casual, relaxed and peaceful. This our our 2nd stay and we are looking forward to going again next year.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh I.

18 July 2023

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

Cozy

Great place

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Bob W., Indianapolis, In, USA

6 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Washington Island is wonderful!

Everything was perfect…except the condition of the deck railing, property drive and back/side of the cabin. All are in disrepair and dangerous to children! We have stayed in many, many Vrbo cabins and the outside was far and away the worse we’ve encountered. The main image of the cabin doesn’t show the boat that’s been parked for 4-5 years and dangerous for kids to play around. Or the sign that says “do not enter” to the backside of the property or the master bedroom sliding door to the unusable deck that is nailed shut with plywood. We had a great time!! Had we brought our young grandchildren we would have been very very upset. This place is perfect for adults, not children.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Linda D.

25 June 2023

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

Quiet peaceful area

Nice overall, however, outside property needs some cleaning up and deck railings need work. Having small kids we were very leary of them going near them. Inside cabin was beautiful. Well supplied in the kitchen area. We had a great experience on the island.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

8 September 2022

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

Holiday Weekend Get-Away

We had a fantastic long Labor Day Holiday weekend on the Island. I loved the laid-back nature of the Island. The local shops, eateries and bars all have their own wonderful unique charm. I only regret I didn't have time to visit each and every one. Dan and Lory's Home-Away-from-Home is charming and rustic and quirky and comfortable and well equipped. This is not on them but I do wish VRBO would send the check-in information more than 3 days in advance. The Cabin is picturesque, on a nice quite street, near the ferry and near the main street/shops/restaurants. Everything we wanted to do on the Island seemed to only be 8 minutes away by car. *Both coffee shops are only about a mile from the cabin - the perfect morning walk* The cabin is spacious - having more than enough space for our group of 4. There is also plenty of outdoor seating and two separate fire pits. I would happily rent here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tania S.

4 September 2022

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

Washington Island getaway.

We rented the property to attend a family reunion. There were 5 of us and we all enjoyed the space and being in the countryside verses a hotel. There was a well stocked kitchen. The home was easy to find and just a short drive from the little town that had a well stocked grocery store . The owners were easy to get a hold of via the messaging each time I had a question. We had recently lost one of our sisters and it was a perfect place to be together. All 5 of us would choose to return to this cabin if we visit our cousins in the future.! Thankyou for sharing

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Lisa B.

26 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Rustic stay to say the least

The home its self was ok. We were almost was canceled less then 2 hours before checking due to sewer back up. But that was taken care of, just couldn't check in til after 5pm. The property needs a good cleaning and updating. There is garbage everywhere outside and many projects started but not finished. The cleaning lady needs to do a better job as well. We found clothing and used toothpaste and a few other items from the previous tenants. And I would not recommend this cabin for summer use as there is non air conditioning or screen doors on the patio. It was cooler outside then inside. Overall it wasn't bad but just needs alittle attention and time. Glad we were able to stay but will read the listings and ask more questions before I rent again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

23 July 2022

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

Great location and home!

Beautiful home, location and vacation. The house is cozy, well stocked and in a perfect location. We can't wait to book with Dan and Lorie again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tim O., Lafayette

18 July 2022

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

Great Place & Location

Great location for access to the main town area for restaurants, bars, shops. Also great neighborhood with friendly and helpful folks, particularly Adam and Becky Steffen next door. We will be back! One bathroom was a bit challenging with 6 of us, at times, but we managed and knew that going in.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Nilmi B.

11 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Great location

We enjoyed our stay. I do have a recommendation though. I find it a bit surprising that the rental provides “Linens” but no towels. I would recommend that it be disclosed on the rental page so it is visible rather than sending an email two days before your check-in. This could be a deal-breaker for some especially since towels can take up a lot of room in your luggage. As we all know when flying weight matters. However, I do like to add, that when we called the host, she did share where we can find some towels down in the basement. We ended up buying on our own instead.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris E.

8 July 2022

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

Great escape

This cabin in the woods was a a great escape from the busyness of life. A great way to unplug, explore the island, and get lost in a book or a movie.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria J.

2 July 2022

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

Quiet and relaxing

We loved our stay here. Plenty of room for privacy, very clean, beautiful setting. Well equipped kitchen for cooking. Would stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

27 October 2021

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

Cabin on Washington Island

We had a nice relaxing time. The cabin was just as listed. We enjoyed the outdoor firepit and indoor wood burner. Lory was easy to communicate with. Thank you so much for opening your home to us!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vincent S.

10 September 2021

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

Nice Quiet Getaway!

Had a great time at this property. Check was easy. Property was exactly as described and perfect for our quiet time away. Enjoyed sitting on the deck with a warm fire at night. Perfect setting for a well needed break away from the hustle.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Jason R.

30 August 2021

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

It was way cooler outside than inside the house there is no ac or air flow from fans pushing air

It was hot in the house and I fell down the deck stairs 2 times. I would never recommend this house to anyone unless they made some changes.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

18 August 2021

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

Fantastic getaway

Our family of 4 really enjoyed staying at the Porter house. It was spacious and in a nice location. We enjoyed the easy access to all the sights on Washington Island. The house is beautiful and the rooms are spacious. The kitchen has all the utensils you will need. We enjoyed using the fire pit on one of the nights. There is no air conditioning, which wasn’t a problem for us. It seemed like most places on the island didn’t have that. There also was no WiFi, but we knew that coming into it. They have an awesome selection of DVDs to choose from, which was fun for our family! We’d love to come back someday! Thank you Lory and Dan, for sharing your beautiful home!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Karen M.

26 July 2021

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

Cabin on Washington Island

The cabin was very comfortable and looked exactly like the pictures. Our arrival was a little quirky, door unlocked and lights left on. A call to the owners took until the next morning to hear back. By then we figured it was ok and had settled in , all was good!! The cleaning crew could pick up their game, we found dirty underwear under the bed… gross. Otherwise we got along great and had a wonderful stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Martin P.

20 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Washington Island

Ok. Property was clean but outside smelled of septic and kitchen was overrun by ants. Owners need to get an exterminator.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josh I.

20 July 2021

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

Classic cabin vibes

Beautiful and cozy lofted cabin. Perfect place to come back to after sight seeing and hitting the beach.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

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Hosted by Lory and Dan Porter

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1 bathroom

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