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A living room with two chairs, a table, a TV, and a large window with a view of the beach. - Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront (Sister Bay)
A kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, a dining table set with plates and glasses, and a hanging light fixture. - Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront (Sister Bay)
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a microwave, an oven, and a clock on the wall. - Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront (Sister Bay)
A grassy area with a bench and a chair near a body of water. - Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront (Sister Bay)
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with a view, and wall art. - Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront (Sister Bay)
Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront

  • Summary:

    Welcome to this newly updated, stylish lakeside cottage at Waters End, hosted by Simple Life Rentals! With 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, living room, dining space, and full kitchen, the family friendly house provides guests with all the comforts of home in an amazing setting right on the water.



    The Space:

    Enjoy the quiet serenity and amazing views of Lake Michigan from the private waterfront, the furnished deck, fire pit or bench swing. Experience the beautiful sunrises and incredible night skies that Door County has to offer.



    If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway, a convenient home for fishing, or other adventures throughout the peninsula, this is the spot. Guests will enjoy private lakefront property access, including the pier that belongs to Waters End Cottage. This home is a 5-minute walk to a perfect shallow-water family beach or a short drive from downtown Sister Bay, where you will find great shopping, restaurants, beach, kayak/boat rentals, sailing and boat charters, and much more!



    Property Features:

    + Waterfront property on Lake Michigan

    + Lake Michigan pier access

    + Dog friendly - 2 maximum dogs permitted

    + Fire pit

    + Deck with lake views

    + Wi-Fi (due to the rural nature of the area, internet and cell service can be spotty)

    + 1 TV (living room) with Roku Live TV + STARZ + Peacock TV provided + several streaming apps available for guests to use your own login credentials

    + Window AC unit (living room) and Baseboard heat

    + 2 parking spots in driveway

    + Blu-Ray/DVD player and video library

    + 1 box fan

    + Books and games for guest's enjoyment



    Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #32-56-2623-07



    Sleeping Accommodations:

    -Bedroom 1: includes Queen bed, hangers, extra pillows and blankets and blinds

    -Bedroom 2: includes Full size bed, hangers, extra pillows and blankets and blinds

    -Living Room: includes a pull-out sofa bed (Queen)



    Bathrooms:

    -Bathroom 1: Full bathroom includes a shower tub combo + hair dryer

    -Bathroom 2: Half bathroom



    Outdoor Space:

    -Fire pit (please bring local firewood)

    -Two benches

    -Bench swing

    -Patio table with 4 chairs

    -Charcoal grill (please bring charcoal)



    Water Access:

    + Pier area belongs to the property

    + 1 boat allowed (only) to moor at dock

    + Property is .5 mile from Sand Bay Town Park, which offers a shallow sand beach, swings, BBQ's and in winter is a great place to begin cross-country skiing



    Home Truths:

    -No boat launch

    -Rocky shoreline

    -Water is swimmable but not suitable for children, a family friendly beach is close by.

    -No washer or dryer



    This is a quiet community with residential neighbors. This home is geared towards quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of the neighbors, we cannot accommodate bachelor or bachelorette parties, reunions or other rowdy gatherings.



    Your well-behaved dogs are allowed. This property allows up to 2 dogs. There is an additional fee collected at booking.



    Please be aware that you must sign a terms and conditions agreement, which will be sent to you separately, to finalize your reservation.



    Other Things to Note:

    Amenity + damage protection waiver includes:

    • Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and bathroom towels. (Please bring your own beach towels)

    • A starter pack of essentials which includes toilet paper, paper towel, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap, and garbage bags. Due to septic systems, we do not provide facial tissue. One each of travel size shampoo, conditioner, and body wash per full bathroom.

    • PEACE OF MIND Damage protection covers up to $1000 per stay for accidental damage that is reported prior to departure (excludes any pet damage).

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sister Bay, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Linden Gallery and Frykman Studio Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Trueblood Performing Arts Center. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Sister Bay travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A person sitting on a bench by the water.
    Sister Bay Beach
    12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • A calm lake at sunset with boats docked along the shore and a forested hill in the background.
    Sister Bay Marina
    12 min drive - 12.0 km
  • A starry night sky over a coastal landscape with silhouettes of trees and a body of water.
    Newport State Park
    16 min drive - 17.7 km
  • A forested landscape with autumn foliage and a distant island in the water.
    Peninsula State Park
    21 min drive - 19.9 km
  • A lighthouse with a white tower and a dark top, surrounded by trees.
    Cana Island Lighthouse
    31 min drive - 27.4 km

Restaurants

  • Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik
    13 min drive
  • Husby's Food & Spirits
    12 min drive
  • Wild Tomato
    12 min drive
  • Stabbur Beer Garden
    12 min drive
  • Door County Ice Cream Factory
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 mi (10 km) of Linden Gallery and The Clearing Folk School. Ellison Bluff State Natural Area and Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Waters End Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 31 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

Excellent location, very peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllic location

This was a perfect spot for a family vacation in Door County! Our girls (10 & 11) enjoyed exploring the pier and fishing every evening. The fire pit was lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet area

Cute house right on Lake Michigan with porch and and fire pit. Very private and quiet area but within a few miles to some stores/restaurants and only 20 minutes from Bailey's Harbor and 25 minutes to Peninsula State Park. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway weekend

Stay was wonderful really enjoyed the sunrise. Cabin was nice and clean and very quiet and peaceful. Could see the big dipper as big as can be right outside the picture windows. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice spot at the end of the road. Quiet and peaceful. The house was clean and comfortable, and the host was very responsive. The people before us left coffee grounds in the maker which got moldy - kinda gross, but not the end of the world.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet end of the street right on the water! Can’t beat the sunrise and wildlife you might see right on the lake. AND—so close to many fun things to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean place in a quiet part of Door County
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Very clean and cute house! In a nice quiet area but a short drive from all of the cute towns in door county!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, quiet, pet-friendly house with gorgeous views of Lake Michigan. Pictures of property are accurate!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

greatlocation

great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous Lake Views

Lovely quiet location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place right on the water

Great location, close to sister bay. The house is in a quiet neighborhood with lots of trees and a firepit close to the water. The house isnt super fancy but it was perfect for our needs. Comfortable beds and cozy indoor and outdoor seating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cottage

Lovely view! Quick communication. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
RELAXING
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Getaway

We had a peaceful time at this cottage reading and looking at the water. Close to Sister Bay for shopping and entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Waters End Cottage. We did email the rental company about leftover linens sitting out & ants on countertops. They were very responsive and appreciative of our email. We would stay here again with our pets!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Waters End

It was as pictured and definitely adequate
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place with Even Greater View

This was a great home. The common areas were spacious and the kitchen appeared well stocked. Some of the decor/finished were a little dated but the space itself was great. The outside area is amazing, there is a fire pit and a swing right on the water. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
This was disappointing. We stayed the previous summer and it was great. This summer there was a terrible musty smell when we walked in. There was black mold on the bathroom wall and dead bugs in the house, live ones too, but more dead. I contacted the rental company about these issues and they said they would get back to me. I didn't hear anything for 2 days so I sent another message that my clothes hanging in the bedroom closet were damp, since that closet was next to the bathroom with the mold I didn't know if it was related. The company said they could have a handyman come out the next day. Since that was the last day of our trip, and we didn't want to wait around for a handyman, we declined. Other small things were disappointing, they left 1 washcloth for two people to share for 4 days, the two containers of coffee had expired in 2021 and 2025 (I brought coffee pods with me, but couldn't use them with the coffee pot), there was a lot of dust/cobwebs. Like I said, the summer before we really enjoyed staying here. After this summer, we will not be paying 800 a night to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Convenient

Overall it was ok I was disappointed with the bed linen they were dark sheets and dog hair and human hair were on them! I’m assuming they were clean just dryer problems I hope so!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
The property appeared clean until my wife turned down the bed. What appeared to be droppings were all over the sheets. We called the rental agency immediately. They then contacted a local maintenance guy that was supposed to have done something. This person texted me a while later, apologized and said they would bring mousetraps out in the morning. My wife and I slept on the couch.Upon closer inspection the droppings appeared to be some kind of seed. Regardless, the bedding was clearly not changed from the previous guest,there was no effort to clean the mess, no laundry on site, no spare sheets and no effort to resolve the complaint. I had put off writing a review in hopes that someone would contact me with an offer of a discounted rate or at least an apology. Sadly that didnt happen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Cottage needs help

We recently stayed at the Waters End Cottage in Sister Bay and were very disappointed. Upon first entry, we found dirty linens and towels from the previous tenants, unvacuumed floors, broken blind in the living room. A phone call got someone to pick up the laundry, but at bedtime we were then short bedding for the sofa bed. The location was described as rural, but it was not tranquil. There was a steady stream of foot and vehicle traffic to the "private pier." The area leading to the fire pit and swing (which were in poor condition) was not recently mowed. We felt it was way overpriced for what we got, and would not repeat this experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We received a less than 72 hr warning that if we didn't arrive with sheets we may be fined an extra cleaning fee on top of the two cleaning fees we paid before even arriving. We then walked into a filthy cabin that had black animal hair all over two white chairs and white hair all over a larger chair. When we went to take pictures as evidence to prove the animal mess wasn't ours, we found the floor was covered in dust and animal hair and dead bugs. It looked like the place hadn't been cleaned in months! After that wonderful discovery we came into a kitchen that was teeming with ants. We dealt with this non-stop during our stay. One of the guests has a special diet due to an autoimmune disorder and there was nowhere safe for their food. We had to repurchase over $70 of safe food for them to eat. In addition to the ants there were earwigs and spiders in the bathroom and bedrooms daily. We had a few ants and earwigs even in our luggage when we got home. They left a single towel and rag per guest for an entire week stay, which is the least important thing but still felt important to mention. The biggest issue is the smell! There was water damage on the doors in the bathroom and what appears to be mold on the wall near the shower. The whole cabin has a musty smell and one bedroom smells moldy. We finally found some of the mold. It was on the headboard! Those who stayed in it were unfortunately sick every morning with a headache.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025