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

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Entire home

Viewing the house while walking up from the lake.

Our covered swing provides a wonderful view

Comfortable chairs are provided on this freshly stained deck.

You can walk 6 miles North and 2 miles South

.120 ft of sand beach on Lake Michigan in Door County, WI

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 122200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Beach view
Dryer
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Washer
Fireplace

Explore the area

Sturgeon Bay, WI

Sturgeon Bay Bridge
‪12 min drive‬
Whitefish Dunes State Park
‪16 min drive‬
Cave Point County Park
‪21 min drive‬
Sturgeon Bay, WI (SUE-Door County Cherryland)
‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Den

1 Double Sofa Bed

Den bedroom

1 Queen Sofa Bed

upstairs

1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Futon

Upstairs bedroom

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Dining area

About this property

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

Property manager

Mary and Ray Spangler

Languages

English, French

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Kitchen

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Noise ordinance 10 pm - 7 am.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

We will ask for a pet fee for bigger dogs.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.

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: 18

Note from host: Noise ordinance 10 pm - 7 am.

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sturgeon Bay

Located in Sturgeon Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. Whitefish Dunes State Park and Door 44 Winery 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 Crossroads At Big Creek. Consider Woodwalk Gallery for a night out or The Farm if you're travelling with kids. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.

Sturgeon Bay, WI

What's nearby

Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
Door County Historical Museum - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
Whitefish Dunes State Park - 16 min drive - 11.6 km
Cave Point County Park - 21 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
‪Bridge Up Brewing - ‬13 min drive
‪Hong Kong Buffet - ‬11 min drive
‪Starboard Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 8 Miles Of Sand Beach To Explore ~ Outstanding Sunset Views Over The Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at 8 Miles Of Sand Beach To Explore ~ Outstanding Sunset Views Over The Lake! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is 8 Miles Of Sand Beach To Explore ~ Outstanding Sunset Views Over The Lake! located?

This Sturgeon Bay holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Crossroads At Big Creek and The Farm. Sunset Park Beach and Whitefish Dunes State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Doris P.

Oct 12, 2024

Liked: Check-in, location

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.

Sep 3, 2024

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

8 miles of sand beach

capacious beautiful cottage, gorgeous surroundings and Lkae Michigan!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary C.

Aug 4, 2024

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

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.

Jul 27, 2024

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

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.

Jul 17, 2024

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

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.

Jun 22, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

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.

Sep 30, 2023

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

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.

Sep 3, 2023

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

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.

Aug 27, 2023

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

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.

Aug 12, 2023

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

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

Aug 6, 2023

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

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.

Jul 31, 2023

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

Good for the Soul

Very comfortable. Loved the Deck.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Brenda M.

Jul 21, 2023

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Location location location

Location is amazing. Wonderful hostesses they have a lot of pride for their beach house in the woods. I’m sure they have enjoyed many memories there.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jack H.

Jul 9, 2023

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Mary's Summer House

We checked with the owner and was told we could check in at 12:00, but when we arrived the house was still being cleaned - the owner didn't tell the cleaning person. we waited on the deck and beach while the cleaning was finished. The house had lots of bedrooms and the spaces were large. It was great that we could walk out the back door and be at the beach. There was a grill with a propane tank, but when attempting to use found the ignitor did not work and the grease trap was broken into 3 pieces. there was also a charcoal grill which we sued in stead. I messaged the owner and he was prompt and addressing the issues - brought towels and look at grill and said not to use. As the week progressed we discovered the ice maker was not producing ice and the upstairs toilet was problematic with continual running. I would rent again, but when I called with my dates for next year the house had been rented, but have blocked in dates for 2025. this is a great place for families with young childrent to gather and enjoy the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane E.

Jun 27, 2023

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

Quiet and Private Beach Oasis

The house is lovely and was enough room for my family of ten to spread out when we needed, but come together when we wanted to. The beach is perfect-quiet and hardly saw anyone else. The water was lovely (a bit chilly in June). Watch out for mosquitoes-would advise bringing lots of spray in mid-June.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris W.

Jun 9, 2023

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

Comfy house

The location of this property can't be beat. Right on a beautiful beach - sunrise/sunset are wonderful. We went over Memorial Day and was amazing, the height of summer would be even better. Bedrooms are close quarters but as a group of 12, we were fine, everyone had a bed and it was a blast. Hosts were great.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Apr 26, 2023

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

We love this place!

This was our second time staying at this great beach house. The place is huge, with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. The upper floor bedroom is like sleeping in a giant treehouse! There is a nice wide beach and you can walk a long way in either direction. The decor is very "Door County" and the hosts are really responsive. We'll be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Jan 2, 2023

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

Great Lake House for Family Time Together.

The Lake is our happy place, no matter the season. This is a well-cared-for home. So much is here to make it a home from the stocked kitchen to the cozy bedrooms to the full washer/dryer to the extra soaps in the bathrooms. We loved watching the sunrise and sunset from the indoor patio, the huge windows in the main living room, and the panoramic views from the 2nd floor. We got some wonderful family time with our family of 4 and my parents (grandparent time!) Could’ve even had a friend or two join us! Two great tables to play card/board games and build puzzles. WiFi is also good here and there are card/board games and movies to choose. Mary is very responsive and a great host. We’re seeing about heading back to this home soon! Thank you for this time together in a wonderful place.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Nov 16, 2022

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

Wonderful house in a fabulous location

This was our second stay and it was just a great as the first. The house is comfortable and cozy, especially on a winter evening with the fire crackling and the waves crashing, and I don't think I would ever tire of the view! We spent a lot of time walking on the beach, picking up shells and pebbles and following deer tracks, and were even greeted on day one with a bald eagle fly-over. All in all, I would totally recommend a stay at Mary's Beach House!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Oct 23, 2022

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

Fall Door County get away.

Excellent week in Door County, with family and kids!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

jon s., Skokie, IL

Oct 16, 2022

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

Door County getaway

The house, hosts and beach were great! A rustic feel to the house, which was appreciated. The view is spectacular, especially when the southwest winds brought huge waves ashore. Close to everything!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine G.

Oct 10, 2022

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

Door county stay

Loved it!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Sep 22, 2022

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

Fantastic!

The house is wonderful and the beach is amazing! We walked more than 4 miles of the beach. One of our best family vacations ever!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John Q.

Sep 16, 2022

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

Great Place

Our family has truly enjoyed our stays at "Mary"s Beach House" wr hope to plan to revisit again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Aug 27, 2022

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

If you could bottle this week's weather...

Wow! We couldn't have had better weather during our stay....a LOT of beach days on a beautiful shoreline made it perfect. The home is spacious, fully furnished, 'lived-in' so you can relax with kids and dogs around, and of course situated right on the beach. The furnishings come with stories/history and the architecture is interesting; both add to the character of this place. Soak up the sun for a while, then take a meal break just steps away, then head out again for some more. The owners were friendly and helped us with recommendations for local restaurants. Great place for a gathering of an extended family.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mary and Ray Spangler

Ray and I are retired teachers and have owned the property since the summer of 92. There are two previous owners. The first built a 3 bedroom 1 bath in the early 60s; the second added a den and bedroom and bath as well as a deck and screened in sun room in the 80s We started renting in 93 and did an addition to the property in 2003 adding a glassed in sunroom and a 1/2 bath downstairs and an upper story with full bath, large bedroom with 2 beds and mini kitchen: fridge, sink and microwave.

Why they chose this property

I walked down the main hallway and saw the beach and fell in love.

What makes this property unique

The house has 120 ft of sand beach, is quiet and only 6 miles from Sturgeon Bay with its shopping and fine restaurants. Pottowatomee and White Fish Dunes State Parks are nearby and very worth a visit as well as are the other towns and parks on the peninsula about 20 minutes North.

Languages:

English, French

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6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Den

Den bedroom

upstairs

Upstairs bedroom

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

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