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Family Friendly Glidden Drive Beach Retreat on Lake Michigan

Family Friendly Glidden Drive Beach Retreat on Lake Michigan

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The street side of the house.
Gorgeous winter sunrise.
Summer rainbow over Lake Michigan.
Summer sunset and moonrise.
Our beach looking south in the summer.

Overview of Family Friendly Glidden Drive Beach Retreat on Lake Michigan

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • Popular LocationWhitefish Dunes State Park13 min drive
  • Popular LocationSturgeon Bay Bridge16 min drive
  • Popular LocationCave Point County Park18 min drive
  • AirportGreen Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.)73 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Lower level

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area

About this property

Family Friendly Glidden Drive Beach Retreat on Lake Michigan

We purchased this home on beautiful Glidden Drive just over 10 years ago. Our family has ties to this area going back generations. Glidden Drive is a secluded scenic road 10 miles east of downtown Sturgeon Bay on Lake Michigan. Our home sits up on a small bluff overlooking rolling sand dunes with 180 feet of sandy beach shore front. It's nestled among pine and birch trees. The closest neighbors are 2 lots away in either direction. There are unobstructed expansive views of Lake Michigan making it feel as if you are the only house on the beach. The sunrises here are stunning and different each day. In the autumn and winter, you can even see the changing colors during sunset despite the home's east facing direction.

It is our vacation home as well. It's fully stocked with linens, towels, some toiletries, pots&pans, silverware, serving ware, baking ware, a crockpot, a french press, glasses, mugs, plates, bowls, spices, cutting boards, tea kettle, place mats, etc.

There are 2 queen bed bedrooms, 1 full bath, 2 half baths, and a bonus room with 2 sets of twin beds. The kitchen has a refrigerator, stove, oven, toaster oven, microwave and a coffee maker. Two dining areas will seat 14. There are two cozy couches in the 2 family rooms, one couch pulls out to a queen bed on the lower level. There is a washer and dryer. There are wood burning fireplaces in the upper and lower family rooms.

There are endless things to do in the area. Across the road, there are Nature Conservancy hiking trails. Just north about 10 miles is Cave Point County Park and Whitefish Dunes State Park. Just southwest about 10 miles is downtown Sturgeon Bay with shopping, a farmers market, restaurants, bars, YMCA, Door County Maritime Museum and much more. A boat launch is located 1.5 miles south on Glidden Drive.

Property manager

Jill Parak and Ryan Cantzler

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please discuss

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please launder as many of the used towels as possible prior to check out.
Trash pick up is Tuesday, bins must be placed on the curb Tuesday morning and returned back up by the house Tuesday evening!
Pet owners need to have pets under control and minimize noise. Pet waste must be picked up and disposed of.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Sturgeon Bay

Located in Sturgeon Bay, this vacation home is on the beach. Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse and Sturgeon Bay Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Farm and The Garden Door. Traveling with kids? Consider Door County Maritime Museum and Plum Loco Animal Farm. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sturgeon Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Whitefish Dunes State Park - 13 min drive
  • Door County Historical Museum - 15 min drive
  • Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 16 min drive
  • Cave Point County Park - 18 min drive
  • Potawatomi State Park - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • Culver's - 13 min drive
  • The Nightingale Supper Club - 13 min drive
  • Nightingale Supper Club - 13 min drive
  • The Farm - 13 min drive
  • Donny's Glidden Lodge Restaurant - 7 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible
Jill was an incredible host for this beautiful home and setting. It was everything we could have asked for and more! The listing was 100% accurate and her helpfulness was above and beyond anything we could have asked for. 5 stars isn’t enough!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bari N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Spot
The property was amazing. The lake was incredible. Perfect for our grandson. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glidden road hideaway
Everything was great. Lots of sand, sky and sun.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Beach Retreat
We wanted to get away for a quiet couple's weekend and this place was perfect for us! We spent hours walking along the beach and cuddling on the couch and watching the lake through the big windows. The sunrises were amazing! It was too cold to make a fire outside so we enjoyed the indoor fireplace. This property was perfect for our needs: quiet, clean, with beautiful nature views and easy access to the beach and other hiking trails. The house was very well stocked with everything we needed, it was clear that someone had put a lot of thought into what travelers might need during their stay and we felt well taken care of. We would definitely stay here again for another long weekend get-away!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view with everything you need
This place is great, and really felt like a home away from home. We have two kids, and we were able to travel a lot lighter because Jill and Ryan stock this house with everything we needed and wanted for our kids. It made everything so much easier, and we really appreciated that the house was so well stocked. It made our family time so much better because we were all so comfortable. And the lake views were incredible! We were able to appreciate the lake even when the weather was a little dreary. I would definitely like to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jill Parak and Ryan Cantzler

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My husband has been spending time in this area since he was a child, through him I grew to love Door County. In fall of 2013 we bought this home on a whim and look forward to family trips for years to come. I find it hard to go home after time spent on Glidden Drive, its so beautiful and peaceful.

Why they chose this property

If you are looking for a quiet place to enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Michigan, this is the place. The views are stunning.

What makes this property unique

Lake Michigan shorefront is the 'quiet side' of Door County, but close to so numerous amenities. Enjoy peace and relaxation or be a part of action, the choice is yours!
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