The Nook is a waterfront, rustic, small, studio-style two-room cottage ideal for couples or up to 4 people (queen and double) looking to spend some quality time together in a private home with a relaxed, wooded, beachy setting right on some of Lake Michigan's most beautiful, swimmable, private lakeshore. 2-night minimum, except between Memorial and Labor Day when we rent by the six or 7-night stay, with Friday or Saturday arrival and departure. The cabin’s main room is furnished with a queen-sized bed, dresser, and DVD-only TV (the wifi may support Roku/smart channels, and there is an indoor antenna for local channels, but this isn't assured). This room opens to an enclosed porch with a full/double bed facing the beach and an eat-in kitchen toward the back.
Heated by baseboard and space heaters-adequate for the warmer months of the year. Bring some cozy clothes for chilly weather.
Bed linens are provided; bring your own bath and beach towels.
The porch serves as a scenic sitting room with a small table and two chairs on one side, a twin bed/daybed on the other, and a serene view of the trees and nearby water.
The cottage’s full kitchen is equipped with place settings, cookware, and full-sized appliances, including a fridge, stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, and toaster. A dining table and four chairs are nestled into the remaining space. Guests can open the doors on either end of this small cottage to direct a pleasant breeze through the rooms, giving it a quaint and restorative indoor-outdoor feel.
The bathroom is off the kitchen and includes a vanity and a standing shower.
It's a rustic cottage. We want you to be aware that the furnishings aren't new, the dishes don't necessarily match, and the building is mostly the same as when it was built in the 1950s. We have Wi-Fi, but coverage varies and isn't assured. The Nook is cute and quirky, and most guests love its uniqueness. There is nothing like falling asleep to the crashing waves under a canopy of bright stars and waking to them lapping gently at the shore, sparkling like diamonds, beckoning you to take in an awe-inspiring sunrise.
As a guest at the Nook cottage, you’ll have full access to a clean, sandy beach area just a short flip-flop across the one-lane road. Make memories of swimming, combing the beach for stones, fishing off the pier, grilling, or chasing fireflies.
The Nook enjoys a beautiful, clear view of Lake Michigan. To make the most of the pleasant, shaded property, you'll have access to lounge chairs and an outdoor charcoal grill. Or, if you’re interested in some sun or stars, there are 2 picnic tables, a shared fire pit (byo firewood), and several nice Adirondack chairs (please leave them in place).
Rural cellphone reception, especially along the lake, varies. Most guests report getting calls and texts reliably, with spotty data, but some have little or no coverage. We haven’t had a landline in about a decade. Most smartphones and mobile carriers offer Wi-Fi calling as a feature, allowing you to place and receive calls over a Wi-Fi network (without cell reception and without using your phone’s minutes). That’s what we’ve used for years, and it works great. We recommend you make sure that’s an option on your phone and that you turn it on or inquire ahead of time with your mobile carrier.
Also, lots of messaging apps, such as WhatsApp, Snapchat, Facebook Messenger, etc, allow voice and video calls in addition to text messaging. As long as you have an internet connection, you can use these apps to make calls to other users of the same app.
Wifi coverage in the cottages allows for emailing and messaging apps (mentioned above). While it usually works very well, it can vary throughout the property and may or may not be sufficient to stream content everywhere or at all times. We’ll do our best, and the internet usually works great, but we’re only human (humans who don’t work in tech) and don’t guarantee you’ll have a strong signal during your stay. If you need a more solid connection, there are coffee shops & the library in town.
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The Nook is situated across a one-lane road from a sandy walk-out beach on the shore of Lake Michigan. The water is typically clear and refreshingly cold to quite cool and has a gradually sloping, sandy bottom that makes it ideal for swimming and wading. Guests are welcome to launch kayaks and canoes (byo) or hang out and enjoy the sand and sun.
About a quarter mile to the north, visitors can access a public pier on the Sturgeon Bay channel, where they can fish and watch the passing boats. If they want to venture further out into deeper waters, Lake Michigan is a great place to windsurf under the right weather conditions. There are also nearby places to commission a charter boat or guided fishing trip.
The roads and community surrounding The Nook are friendly and low-traffic, with neighbors of local residents and other vacation properties. Guests can feel free to walk or run in the area. There are also snowmobile trails nearby (as well as plenty of space to park trailers and recreational vehicles).
Up the road from The Nook, visitors will find an entry point to the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Nature Preserve. Here, you can explore more than 445 acres of protected land that includes beaches, sand dunes, ancient rock formations, aged trees, and open fields. Don’t forget your camera—the moderate 2.5-mile nature trail meanders past two local lighthouses.
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* Please contact owner to ensure availability.
BOOK DIRECT
$140
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$1547
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2026 Nook rates range from $140 (off-season weekdays) to $170 (peak season, weekends, and holidays), plus a $75 cleaning fee, applicable taxes, and a *$300 refundable security deposit. Off-season requires a two-night minimum, while summer bookings (Memorial to Labor Day) 6-7-night minimum with Fri or Sat arrival, Fri departure. Dogs are permitted for an additional fee ($35+/night), check-in is at 4 pm, and check-out is by 10 am. *Cancellations made 60+ days in advance receive a full refund minus a fee, while later cancellations are non-refundable unless the cottage is re-rented.
Our larger cottage, the Viking, is listed separately. 2026 rates: 185-220
Booking Cost Breakdown:
Nightly Rate: \([Rate] + \$35 Dog Fee = \$[Nightly Total] / night\)
Total for X Nights: \(\$[Nightly Total] × [X] nights =\)[Subtotal]
Cleaning Fee: $75 (per stay)
Taxes: 13.5% (State & County)
Refundable Security Deposit*: $300
Policies & Fine Print
*Cancellation Policy:
We understand that plans can change. As a seasonal business with guests booking far in advance, we truly appreciate your cooperation and understanding of our policy:
60+ Days Notice: Full refund minus a cancellation fee (the greater of 10% of the total or $100).
Less than 60 Days Notice: Bookings are non-refundable. However, if we can successfully re-rent the cottage for your reserved dates, we will happily issue a refund minus the standard cancellation fee (the greater of 10% or $100).
*About your Security Deposit:
A refundable security deposit of $300 per cottage is required. This deposit will be returned within 30 days after your departure using your original payment method, provided there is no damage beyond normal wear and tear. If you paid by check, please email your full mailing address to us or leave it in the cottage when you depart.
As the primary renter, you are responsible for adhering to the specified check-in/check-out times and taking care of the premises, appliances, and furnishings. You are liable for any wrongful or negligent actions by you or your guests, and agree to cover the costs of any damages, broken items, or missing property. Please note that you may forfeit all or part of your security deposit in extreme or unapproved circumstances, such as unauthorized early arrivals/late departures, or if extra staff time is required for deep cleaning, rearranging moved furniture, or excessive trash/recycling handling. If the cost of damages, missing items, or specialized cleaning exceeds the $300 security deposit, you agree to be held fully liable for the remaining balance and authorize Firefly Cottages to seek immediate reimbursement.
2405 S. Lake Michigan Dr.
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
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920-413-9285
If you call, mention "Rent Wisconsin Cabins". Visit website (if
listed) then return and send your inquiry.
My father and grandfather built the three original buildings that became Firefly Cottages in the 1950s and rented them as Johnson's Cottages on the Beach. These charming, vintage cabins, settled across a quiet road from the sandy shore of Lake Michigan, enjoy a wonderful view of the water.
We aim to provide you with a comfortable, homey vacation cottage with lots of character — a place where you can make lasting memories. Bring your adventurous spirit and enjoy a traditional Door County getaway! Feel free to email or text me (your host, Irene) with questions.