Hidden Gem: Private Peninsula Waterfront Cabin

Stop scrolling, you have found THE one. Often described as one of Door County’s best-kept secrets, this charming cabin sits on a private peninsula which means 360-degree views of the water, privacy, and an East AND West facing dock so you can enjoy a cocktail at sunset and coffee with the sunrise.

Located on a rare Door County inland lake, offering that “getting away from it all” up north feeling while being just 15-30 minutes from towns like Bailey’s Harbor, Fish Creek, Egg Harbor, and Sister Bay. Enjoy your own oasis while being close to the restaurants and shops of the famous (and busier aka more crowded) Door County towns.

As you approach the cabin, you’ll drive until the road ends because we’re the last stop. Enter the gate and you’ll find a completely private oasis and entire peninsula to enjoy your time away and notice water views no matter which direction you look. It’s truly something you have to experience to appreciate how special this place is. Along the circular driveway sits 3 separate structures: the cabin, the garage with 2nd story loft, and the “doghouse” which is what we call our clubhouse for kids.

As you enter the cabin you’ll notice a newly renovated bathroom to your left with a new washer and dryer to use during your stay. Next, the kitchen has all new appliances as well and has everything you’d ever want or need to cook and host your group while at the cabin. Notice that water view out the kitchen window before continuing on to the living room with vaulted ceilings, wood beams, a pullout couch should you need an additional sleeping area, and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace that is the star of the show... Water views to your left and right make you feel like you’re directly on the water.

Continuing on to the first-floor master bedroom with a queen bed and ensuite bathroom - this room was thoughtfully designed by the previous owner who was a sailor and his love of boats inspired the use of space here. Steps from the water, you’ll again see nothing but lake out the windows and notice two hammock tree swings hangout out over the water from the tree and make a note to enjoy a book or cocktail at sunset in that spot later.

Up the stairs, you’ll find a third newly renovated bathroom with concrete vanity, white tiled shower, and stone floor (and of course, another water view out the window)! Two more bedrooms finish out the 2nd floor each with king beds, smart TVs, and you guessed it - yet another water view for each. The east-facing bedroom also has a twin pullout bed for kids and there is a pack-n-play should you need it during your stay as well.

Moving back outdoors, the expansive deck stretches across the waterfront offering a few spots to hang out and enjoy the view including a gazebo, outdoor fireplace, and concrete patio. Kayaks, canoes, a paddleboat, and the option to rent a pontoon offers a variety of ways to enjoy the water!

Onto the next structure, “The loft”, is a 2nd-floor area great for hosting privacy for one of the families in your group with a queen bed, 3-level twin bunk bed, dining/game table, couch, coffee maker, frig, and microwave.


The final structure, our kid's favorite - “The Doghouse” is a cute clubhouse for kids offering its own lakeside deck, two twin beds, a couch, tv, and chairs, and a sound system to communicate back to the main cabin. Books, games, and a lake view make this sweet spot another private oasis to enjoy during your stay.

Saving the best for last is the entertainment area in the middle of the peninsula offering a 15 ft farm table under twinkly lights for dinners al fresco and game nights and s’mores by the firepit.

Head down your own hiking trail to the tip of the peninsula and you’ll find a large wooden swing that fits 8 people, a special family heirloom of where the owners got engaged, and the perfect spot to take in the views of the lake, surrounded by water and nature. Sometimes, we won’t see our kids for hours because they’re off exploring the peninsula, building forts, or fishing.

Did we mention we’re dog friendly? We wouldn’t leave our buddy home from a trip to the lake and don’t expect you to either. $150/dog - just let us know you’ll be bringing your pets with you so we can add the fee to your booking.

Our cabin is less than 2 miles from famous local attractions like Cave Point, Whitefish Dunes State Park, and Lake Michigan, you’ll be able to enjoy all that inland lake life has to offer (swimming, boating, and fishing) while being steps away from some of the most popular spots with visitors.

With a stay at Door County Cabin Collective, you’ll discover you’ve found your home away from home, and speaking from experience, you’ll be planning your next trip to the cabin before the first one is even over. Just ask our over 250+ 5-star reviews and the long list of repeat guests turned friends. We can’t wait for you to become one of our VIPs and take our role of hosting very seriously. Having vacationed in Door County our whole lives, we thoroughly enjoy the role of planning the perfect itineraries for our guests to make this among your family's favorite getaways, ever.

Ready for your waterfront vacation that feels like the comfort of home (minus the crazy schedules, work demands, and daily responsibilities? We thought so, reach out today so we can help you plan your next memorable family getaway in Door County.

This cabin often books up to a year in advance by repeat guests for the busy season. Are your dates not available? (sorry, that happens quickly around here!) no problem, check out our other 3 waterfront cabins by clicking through to our profile to see our other listings.

About Door County Cabin Collective:

Embrace slower living, waterfront amenities, and the magic of lake life with a stay at the Door County Cabin Collective. With four conveniently located Door County cabins to choose from, we provide everything you'll need—and want—for a relaxing, unforgettable vacation at the lake for groups large and small. (And yes—our cabins are dog friendly!)


The Bay: A modern-eclectic cabin with full views of Clark Lake.
Just 10 doors down from The Point, The Bay is warm and inviting, with cozy-chic interiors, a pellet stove and fire pit, shallow swimming for kids by the dock, and an amazing and spacious deck with a farm table and patio furniture to enjoy one of Door County's unbelievable sunsets. It has everything you could want for an unforgettable lake getaway. Sleeps up to 8, maximum of 6 adults.

Porte Haven: Luxury waterfront cabin in northern Door County
Set on a Lake Michigan bluff at the very tip of the Door County Peninsula, Porte Haven feels like you're actually on a boat with views that are beyond spectacular: you see 4 islands, and the Washington Island Ferry goes by every hour. Enjoy an upscale cabin built on top of an old boathouse and hosts groups with a maximum of 6 adults (kids welcome too) and feels very private, but there's also an energy and vastness to all that's happening on the water surrounding it.

Rowleys A-frame: Waterfront A-frame in Rowleys Bay
Relax by a fire on the beach, swim in the warm waters of Rowleys Bay, kayak the sandy shore, and wake to the sounds of seagulls and waves. This unique cabin is located on the shores of Lake Michigan in a wooded setting just a short drive to Sister Bay, Wisconsin. Truly the best of both worlds offering inland lake-like swimming, with ocean-like views.

We can't wait to host your next family getaway!
Jeremy and Caitlyn Jeffery
Door County Cabin Collective