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Peaceful, Cozy, Clean, Fun Mid-Century Stay! Backyard Oasis Waterfall, Fireplace

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Fish Creek, WI
  • Peninsula State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fish Creek Public Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Peninsula Players Theatre
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful, Cozy, Clean, Fun Mid-Century Stay! Backyard Oasis Waterfall, Fireplace

Fish Creek Beginnings is a charming, peaceful, and updated mid-century modern home nestled in the woods. Although a more private location, it is located just minutes from the hustle and bustle of downtown Fish Creek. Activities, restaurants, a swimming beach, YMCA, and a marina are all nearby. You can even ride your bike the 1.5 miles to the heart of Fish Creek. The home is also centrally located to access the other major towns in Door County. Your private oasis is truly close to everything Door County has to offer!

Enjoy the nostalgic charm of this updated mid-century 2 bedroom home. The cottage is stocked with retro board games, croquet, bags, and bocce ball. Make smores around the outdoor Door County firepit, gaze at the stars, watch the birds, cozy in with the indoor gas fireplace, dance to the record player, and enjoy a meal in the fully stocked kitchen.

The interior open concept is very comfortable with a fully equipped kitchen; cook-top, oven, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and ample seating. A spacious living room with comfortable furniture, TV, satellite cable, DVD player, VCR along with tons of VHS classics, WIFI, stone gas fireplace, big windows, and an extra large view of the woods & waterfall.

There are two bedrooms; The master with a king bed and large view of the backyard, and the other a peaceful king bedroom. The master has blackout curtains and both bedrooms have sleep machines making for a good nights sleep. There is central air, an updated bathroom with a clean shower, and a washer & dryer.
Fish Creek Beginnings' backyard is a nature paradise with a gorgeous stone waterfall (5' drop.) The sound of the waterfall makes the backyard feel extra tranquil and peaceful. It's complete with a large outdoor patio, charcoal grill, built-in fire pit, outdoor string lights, large dining table, and fun chairs. You can also walk the private bridge, trails and woods.
Enjoy Mother Nature here. It's woods, water features, wildlife, a busy bird feeder, and stargazing. The home is nestled in 14 acres of forest containing cedar and maple, wetlands, and perennial landscape. Fish Creek’s seasonal creek begins on the property which is where the name comes from.



Fish Creek Beginnings is perfect for a Romantic Getaway or a Family Vacation. However, as much we love little kiddos, if they are extra active and you don't feel like watching their every move, this is not an ideal place to rent. There is too much within their reach indoors and out.

Check-in: 4:00 PM or later
Check-out: 11:00 AM or earlier
There is a $75.00 cleaning fee.
Sorry, No Pets or Exceptions.
There is ample parking for your vehicles, bikes and/or boat. The garage is for the owners.

Fish Creek Beginnings does not provide charcoal for the grill or firewood for the outdoor firepit. If any is left from previous guest you are welcome to use it.

If you want to relax in a retro happy home in a private and peaceful location, we welcome you to FISH CREEK BEGINNINGS! Where Fish Creek starts & memories never end.


Permit #: 12-56-1719-00
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Edgewood Orchard Galleries. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Edgewood Orchard Galleries and 7 minutes from Lake Michigan
As a guest of Peaceful, Cozy, Clean, Fun Mid-Century Stay! Backyard Oasis Waterfall, Fireplace, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No hunting, fishing, swimming, fireworks, campers, tents or kid pools allowed

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: If extra active kids, this is NOT an ideal place.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Peaceful, Cozy, Clean, Fun Mid-Century Stay! Backyard Oasis Waterfall, Fireplace Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carla O.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is the most comfortable home that we have ever stayed in. Nothing was lacking. Hosts were responsive to all communication. Directions and check-in info were clear. Lovely home and park-like grounds. This is a home that we would happily return to in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant place to be. Inside and out. It feels very private, but is only a few minutes from Egg Harbor or Fish Creek. Hosts promptly respond to any inquiries. Beds are comfy. Sheets are cotton, so perfect sleeping. Quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing time at the cottage. It’s in a beautiful wooded setting that is peaceful and relaxing. The home is very well-equipped, clean, stylish, and cozy. The hosts are great to work with. This is our 8th return trip and we’re already looking forward to next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred W., Johns Creek, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to Stay

Great location and amenities! Unique property with late 1950’s vibe but modern features. Would highly recommend it.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

DC art retreat

Overall wonderful. Nice quiet location with easy access to town by car (or bike). Checkout was a bit of a challenge as we worked hard to wash and dry all towels and sheets in time.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family of 4 loved staying at Fish Creek Beginnings for our first time visiting Door County. The location could not be better. Many thoughtful touches throughout that made our stay easy and peaceful. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Cory D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and peaceful

Perfectly clean, everything we could want in an out of the way, peaceful property.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

noor b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun and quiet stay

The place was very cute and quiet, google maps took us to the next house but we were able to find it fairly easily after that.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable getaway

We enjoyed having a getaway only a short drive from Fish Creek as well as the other DC towns. We loved the vintage feel and put the fire pit to good use, enjoying it with a local glass of wine! We'll definitely be back and we'll recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic hosts

The owners were wonderful and communicated with us when we were able to check in early and even stay late. Beautiful back yard! Very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends weekend

Great few days at a great place with great friends. Fish Creek beginnings was perfect. Retro 1950's home was clean and filled with many nostalgic items & decor. Had fun dancing to Glen Miller from the albums, night time outdoor fire, morning coffee listening to the birds and waterfall. Riane was wonderful to work with! Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

J Michael (Mike) M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Livin' in the Woods.

I appreciated the WI-FI, AC and the thoughtfully equipped everything. The waterfall and birdfedder attracted deer and an array of birds
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it.

We plan on coming back again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Anniversary Stay

This is our second time staying here and we just love it. It is truly a peaceful spot to be at during a very busy weekend (Labor Day) in Door County. We had fires, hung by the waterfall, grilled, bought our own records to play from Bay Vinyl, and watched some VHS tapes. We also ventured out each day for various things, but it was so nice coming back to a peaceful place. I love coming here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace and Quiet

The yellow cottage always charms us with its gorgeous backyard and cozy ambiance. We’ve returned to it seven times now and each time it’s hard to leave. The views are so pretty of the woods. We often saw deer and lots of types of birds. The waterfall is relaxing and the patio is a great place to hang out. It’s well located and very well appointed with everything you need for an easy, fun getaway. The host is delightful and extremely responsive. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a great stay

We've stayed at this VRBO several times and have enjoyed it each time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay

This was our second time renting the house. Location is excellent and house is just right for our family. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and cozy

We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karissa B., New York, New York

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

My boyfriend and I came for MDW and had a great time. The place is very clean which is always important to me! The bed was very comfy. All the vhs movies were fun on the rainy nights. We loved the outdoor fireplace and seeing the stars. Just check yourself for ticks as we had a couple on us after walking the trail!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

heidi c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

Very clean, comfortable, well stocked with everything you need/want, owner communication was easy, & check in was a breeze. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall break with family in Fish Creek

We had a wonderful time stay at this charming, cozy cottage in the woods. Location is excellent, house is very clean and charming with its 50s decor and the back yard area is a true retreat. 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

An Outstanding Door County Getaway

My husband and I were very pleased with our accommodations in this secluded getaway. The home was very clean and tastefully decorated in mid-century decor; location was perfect, out of town, yet within close proximity to most any destination. It was well supplied with everything we needed, and has a beautiful back yard with fire pit and waterfall, in which we were able to kick back and relax one evening. Our days were packed with activities and it was great coming back to our "home away from home". A couple evenings were cool and we enjoyed relaxing in front of the indoor gas fireplace. The county highway that passes in front of the home is wide enough for biking or running into town. Our hosts, Mark and Riane were immediately responsive to us when we booked and with any questions. I definitely will recommend this home to friends and relatives and would book again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private stay in the heart of Fish Creek

We loved this property! The mid century vibe was amazing. We played the records, watched VHS tapes, strolled the woods, sat by the waterfall, had a fire outside, read a book from the library, and just loved the peaceful, private place. But even with the privacy we were 5 minutes from places like Wild Tomato, Skyway Drive In, a BP, and so much more. We loved having this place to come back to amongst the Labor Day crowds. The hosts have put so much into this place to make you feel at home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stacey H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fish Creek Beginnings - Quiet, Clean MidMod Retreat

Our family had a great time staying here. The accommodations were spacious, clean and tranquil. The road is a little busy for walkers/bikers with kids to get to town. Easily driveable to the heart of Fish Creek. We loved playing the classic board games, having camp fires and watching all the wildlife that came into the yard in the mornings. The waterfall was not working for the length of our stay which was a bummer. The hosts were responsive regarding the issue, and we felt they were invested in getting it fixed for us to enjoy. Overall, a really good place to stay, relax & enjoy all the Door County has to offer!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023