Welcome to Heidaway Cottage, hosted by Simple Life Rentals! Located on 100 feet of private Green Bay waterfront, guests will fall in love with this home all year long. This 4-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom cottage provides the comforts of home with a multiple sleeping options, a fully stocked kitchen, comfortable gathering places, in addition to all that waterfront living offers.
 
Whether you are enjoying the views from the pier, a cozy bonfire at night, water fun with the paddle boards, kayaks or floating water pad, or the views from the deck, you will enjoy the serenity of the bay. Added fun features include a ping pong table, outdoor speakers and bikes. Enjoy the private, quiet surroundings with vacant land across the street and only 3 houses from the end of the road. The cottage is only a 5 minute drive to Idlewild Golf Course, 10 minute drive to Haines Beach and a quick 12 minute drive to downtown Sturgeon Bay. 

Property Features:
+ 100 feet of private Green Bay waterfront with an 85' seasonal dock
+ Firepit with 8 chairs (please bring local firewood)
+ Four bicycles (2 big kids and 2 adult) (No helmets provided)
+ Propane grill
+ Bean bag toss
+ Water toys including: a floating water lily pad mat, two paddle boards, two kayaks
+ 8 life vests (various sizes)
+ Wi-Fi (due to the rural nature of Door County, Wi-Fi and cell phone coverage and service can vary)
+ 3 Smart TVs (living room and 2 bedrooms) Guest log into own accounts
+ Window AC units (living room and 3 upstairs bedrooms)
+ Washer and Dryer
+ Games provided for guest's enjoyment
+ Ping pong table
+ Highchair
+ Pack n Play (guests to bring sheets)
+ Fully equipped kitchen (see amenities) including air fryer, ice maker, Keurig and drip coffee maker

Sleeping Accommodations:
Bedroom 1 (main level): Queen bed, TV, ceiling fan and room darkening shades
Bedroom 2 (second floor): Queen bed, TV, window AC unit, room darkening shades and hangers
Bedroom 3 (second floor): 1 Queen size bed + 1 Full size bed, window AC unit, room darkening shades and hangers
Bedroom 4 (second floor): two Twin XL size beds, window AC unit, fan, room darkening shades and hangers

Bathrooms:
Bathroom 1 (main level): Full bathroom includes a walk in shower, toilet and sink
Bathroom 2 (upper level): half bathroom

Water Access:
100 feet of private Green Bay waterfront
85-foot dock (typically installed end of May through early September) 
Bench, table, 2 chairs and umbrella at end of pier
Small watercraft or boat may be docked at pier during daytime only (no docking overnight)
Water is approximately 4 feet deep at the end of the dock
Bay bottom is rocky, water shoes recommended

Outdoor Space:
- Wood picnic table
- 1 outdoor deck overlooks bay on lakeside plus a deck in front of the house
- Patio couch, 2 chairs and 2 loungers
- 2 small tables and 1 coffee table

Parking for 3 vehicles in driveway. No room for trailer parking. 

For Watercraft's, we recommend Wave Pointe Marina, which is right next to the public boat launch as it offers daily slip rentals as well as a swimming pool. 

This property is:
· 2.5 miles/ 5 minute drive to Idlewild Golf Club
· 4 miles/ 8 minute drive to Potawatomi State Park entrance
· 5 miles/ 10 minute drive to Haines Beach
· 8 miles/ 12 minutes to downtown Sturgeon Bay

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).

Home Truths:
No overnight watercraft parking is allowed on the dock/ pier as the water is too rough.
No parking in garage.

This home is located in a quiet community with neighbors and is geared towards quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of neighbors and municipal restrictions, we cannot accommodate parties at the property including bachelor or bachelorette parties, reunions, weddings, or other gatherings.

Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #27-56-2665-07

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

A wooden bench sitting next to a body of water at Heidaway Cottage.

Heidaway Cottage

Embark on your next Door County adventure at Owl's Nest, brought to you by Simple Life Rentals! Nestled at the end of a secluded road, this private year-round retreat boasts 185 feet of rugged lakefront along Sand Bay (on the Green Bay side of Lake Michigan). Embrace the tranquility of a wooded lakeside haven, flanked by neighbors on just one side, offering the ultimate setting for unwinding and rejuvenating.

With 4 bedrooms and three full baths, this home invites family gatherings to create cherished memories. In winter, watch ice fishing right from the comfort of home. Come summer, bask in the sun on the dock or unwind in the expansive screened-in porch. Bring along your kayaks or canoes and set sail from the shore to explore the bay's wonders at your leisure.

We recommend Wave Pointe marina, which is right next to the public boat launch as it offers daily slip rentals as well as a swimming pool. This marina is just 4.6 miles away.

 Property Features:
+ 185' Waterfront on Sand Bay
+ Great outdoor areas including 6 Patio Chairs
+ Large screened in porch during summer
+ Fire pit (please bring local firewood)
+ Gas Grill
+ Outdoor Games: Bean bags, Yardzee, Croquet
+ Wi-Fi (due to the rural nature of Door County, WIFI and cell phone coverage and service can vary)
+ 1 Samsung Smart TV w/Blu Ray Player in main living area. Guests can log into own streaming services
+ Washer, dryer, iron, ironing Board
+ Books and games
+ Gas Fireplace
+ Filtered drinking water faucet by Culligan
+ Fully equipped kitchen (see amenities)

Sleeping Accommodations:
Bedroom 1: Main Level, King size bed, ceiling fan, hangers, extra pillows and blankets
Bedroom 2: Main Level, 3- twin size beds, room-darkening shades, hangers, extra pillows and blankets
Bedroom 3: Upper Level, 1 Full size bed and 1 Twin size bed, TV (not a smart TV but can connect gaming equipment), hangers, extra pillows and blankets
Bedroom 4: Upper Level, Queen size bed, ceiling fan, hangers, extra pillows and blankets

Bathrooms:
Bathroom 1: Main Level, Full w/ Shower, Hair Dryer
Bathroom 2: Main Level, Full w/ Shower, Hair Dryer
Bathroom  3: Upper Level, Full w/ Shower tub combo, Hair Dryer

Water Access:
- Rocky shoreline, Shallow rocky area where you can wade into the water near the dock. Water is shallow off the dock, maybe 4-5 ft deep at the end of the dock but varies
- Dock installation dates vary
- Dock is not suitable for docking a boat or any other watercraft due to the frequent high winds and waves in the bay.

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).

Home Truths:
No Air Conditioning
This home is located in a quiet community with neighbors and is geared toward quiet family vacations. Due to the proximity of neighbors, we cannot accommodate reunions, bachelor or bachelorette parties or other rowdy gatherings.

This property is equipped with a decibel monitoring sensor located inside and outside of the home.

Door County Tourism Zone Commission Permit #27-56-2622-07

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

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