Take Me Back Log Cabin

Entire cabin in Ellison Bay, Wisconsin

  1. 6 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Nick & Michelle
  1. Superhost
  2. 7 years hosting

Listing highlights

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Near the tip of Door County

About a 5-min walk to Porte des Morts Park for sunsets, and a block from the Washington Island Ferry

Wood-burning fireplace and fire pit

A wood-burning fireplace with firewood provided, plus a fire pit in the private backyard for stargazing

Cozy and thoughtfully designed

Guests describe a cozy, thoughtfully curated cabin that feels like a retreat in the woods
Are you ready to spend quality time in nature in an eclectic cabin? Our gorgeous 2 bedroom (+ loft) log cabin sleeps 6! Relax by a wood burning fireplace, while our loft library of books/games & a nostalgic DVD collection are all waiting for you. Nestled in the woods, where the sky is pitch dark and all of the stars appear, come relax and unwind at our true majestic beauty. Our newly renovated log cabin offers all the modern luxuries you desire while maintaining the vintage charm we all love.

The space
You’ll find two bedrooms complete with queen-sized beds, plus a loft with two twin beds perfect for another couple or kiddos. Because we often travel with our little ones and know the struggle of bringing along all their gear, we also supply a foam pad for an extra sleeper, pack-n-play, high chair, and kids’ toys and games for those traveling with children or extra family members!

We especially love sitting and drinking coffee while watching the passing wildlife… We see deer, squirrel, and tons of birds right from the cabin! On clear nights, you can’t even count the amount of shooting stars you will see. It feels really magical just being out here, enjoying nature and slowing down for a short time. We have reclining outdoor chairs that guests can use to kick back and watch nightly shows in the sky. Feel free to start a fire, make smores, and soak up the fresh air and wildlife to be seen. The home is also in close proximity to Newport Park, a dark sky park that’s another perfect place for stargazing. Newport’s wilderness experience boasts 2,300 acres of forest, 11 miles of shoreline, and 30 miles of hiking trails.

This is the perfect place to get away from it all, while also being close enough to many of the fun, bustling towns and activities that Door County has to offer.

Enjoy all that Door County has to offer with this convenient and breathtaking location at the tip of the “thumb” of the peninsula. We are off the beaten path to allow time to reflect, relax and connect, but close enough to all of Door County’s action—which we believe is the best of both worlds. Located in a quiet and private neighborhood, just a block’s distance from Port De Mortes, you can easily walk to the shore to enjoy water sports and beach picnics in the warmer months (we even provide a picnic basket, blanket, and beach towels for your enjoyment), or take a bike ride or a walk in the woods. Door County is a beautiful place to visit year-round with plenty to see and do! After booking we will send you a website with all of our favorite recommendations!

Guest access
You will have full access to the entire cozy log cabin!

Other things to note
Since we are so close to the tip of the peninsula, guests can get excited to plan for the adventures and activities you want to do while visiting as you drive through Egg Harbor, Fish Creek, Bailey’s Harbor, and Sister Bay to get to the cabin. We are set away from all of the action so that guests can truly embrace the hygge feeling of nature at our log cabin in the woods, but many towns are an easy 15 to 30 minute drive away. We personally think it’s the perfect way to get away. We’re 15 minutes from Piggly Wiggly to stock up on groceries, so be sure to stop there or at another store along the way if you expect to arrive later in the day. We highly recommend grabbing a bottle of wine and throwing together a charcuterie board as you settle in on your first night and plan for some fun! We do allow dogs (that are well behaved and potty trained). We also ask that dogs don’t stay on our furniture or beds! We charge a $75 pet fee to pay our cleaner. Please add a pet to the reservation

What this place offers

Beach access
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises

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Rated 4.99 out of 5 from 148 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Ellison Bay, Wisconsin, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

After a busy day exploring the Door, our home is a perfect little oasis from all the noise. Located right off the iconic Curvy Highway, we are nestled in the woods on a very quiet street. You are steps away from Porte De Mortes Park, the park at the end of our street, to catch a sunset or have a picnic. We recommend taking a walk down the steps, it's breathtaking. We are a block away from the Washington Island Ferry, if you were planning on taking a day trip! We LOVE that we are 15 minutes from Sister Bay, where all the action is, but have a quiet retreat in the woods after a day of fun.

Our kitchen is fully stocked (our guests are so excited about this) so if you are hoping to stay in, we have you covered! Piggly Wiggly is 15 minutes away, which is the grocery store we frequent when we visit. As you are heading up the Door to get to the cabin, we recommend peeking at places you hope to visit when in town. Since we are at the tippy top, we don't want you to miss a thing! Head to our ig page: takemebackretreats to see a virtual tour/link to our website to see our local recommendations of all our favorites!

We like to let guests know that although we are subscribed to the highest internet package, streaming can be a bit pokey at times (especially during peak season, as it is known to be the case all throughout the Door), so we have an eclectic DVD collection to offer, along with a projector to make it even more fun! Pack up your favorite DVD's from home or ditch the TV time all together & really connect while playing games or doing puzzles!

We do allow dogs that are well behaved and house trained but we do charge a small fee ($75). Please add a dog to your reservation when booking!

We are fully licensed with Door County!
Permit #32-56-2606-00

Meet your host

Superhost
395 reviews
4.94 out of 5 average rating
7 years of hosting
Lives in Cary, Illinois
We are Michelle & Nick! When we aren't running after our three young kiddos, we love to travel, design, hike, canoe & spend time outdoors. We are beekeepers, avid thrifters, clay enthusiasts, home brewers, & foodies. We love to take risks, try new things & curate spaces for our guests to make lasting memories!

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Must climb stairs