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Authentic 1882 Hand Hewn Log Home

This peaceful 1880's Hand Hewn Log Home sits near Lake Michigan's beaches, offering a private porch with gazebo in a quiet neighborhood setting

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Travelers find this historic log home 2.5 miles from downtown Sturgeon Bay and Lake Michigan's Pierhead and beach. The rural guesthouse features a garden, open porch with gazebo, WiFi, and is across from Franke Park for easy exploring.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

About the neighborhood

Located in Sturgeon Bay, this guesthouse is in a rural area. Door County Maritime Museum and Popelka Trenchard Glass are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Third Avenue Playhouse and The Garden Door. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Sturgeon Bay travel guide
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Sturgeon Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Sturgeon Bay Town canal view in Door County of Wisconsin
    Sturgeon Bay Bridge
    5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • historic greenmaid
    Door County Historical Museum
    7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Crossroads At Big Creek
    4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Door County Maritime Museum
    4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Third Avenue Playhouse
    7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • 5th and Jefferson Coffee House
    6 min drive
  • Starboard Brewing Company
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • Scaturo's Baking Co & Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Kitty O'Reillys Irish Pub
    5 min drive

About this property

Authentic 1882 Hand Hewn Log Home

  • Guesthouse near Lake Michigan
  • Authentic 1882 Hand Hewn Log Home provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Barbecue grills, a video library, and outdoor furniture
    • Smoke-free premises and games
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Authentic 1882 Hand Hewn Log Home include thoughtful touches such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like dining tables and internet access.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and soap
    • Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
    • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

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

The home must be left in nice order, all dishes and kitchen must be clean as at arrival. No Pets, No Smoking.

Parking in designated area only unless approved by owner

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Our home is not childproofed but children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Authentic 1882 Hand Hewn Log Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Authentic 1882 Hand Hewn Log Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic 1882 Hand Hewn Log Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Authentic 1882 Hand Hewn Log Home located?

Situated in a rural location, this guesthouse is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Crossroads At Big Creek and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lake Michigan. Door County Maritime Museum and Sturgeon Bay Bridge are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Authentic 1882 Hand Hewn Log Home Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place. Amazing little historic cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Great Location. Great Host!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabin was very clean and cozy. Very well stocked. Russ and Stacy were very gracious hosts. We had such a relaxing stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret (Peggy) V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my 2nd stay at this cozy cabin. It's so clean and comfortable, and the setting is extremely peaceful and relaxing. I am looking forward to returning again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teta S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot and cabin.VeryRoomy, comfortable and clean.Would recommend to everyone.We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a wonderful peaceful place. Was very relaxing clean and exceeded our expectations. A hidden gem
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property! Looks much better in person and is much larger than the pictures lead you to believe. Everything was clean and very new. Would definitely stay there again and would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trudy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Log Cabin

Loved our stay in this cozy and clean log cabin. Perfect for a Door County getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay near town

The cabin was clean, comfortable and well stocked. In an excellent location with excellent hosts. Perfect for a relaxing weekend but I could see myself staying a longer as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Hunting Cabin

This is the perfect hunting cabin for a long weekend, it felt like our own, complete with the family dog (Dixie). Russ & Stacy are great, friendly hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homestead cabin

This was a beautiful little cabin that was perfect for our anniversary getaway. The cabin was very clean and so original. Location was perfect! Quiet and close to everything in Door County.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin experience!

Perfect cabin for my husband and me as we explored Door County. It was clean and convenient to get to all the towns in the peninsula.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

This is a really nice place. We were there for our honeymoon and it is really quiet and no disturbances. Was really great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was just as described and just what we were hoping for. Very clean, quiet, comfortable, and well equipped. We loved staying in an authentic log cabin and reading about the history of it. It's in a very convenient location outside of Sturgeon Bay to go exploring in Door County. We appreciated being able to relax in the evenings and watch movies from the comfortable couches. The stairway up to the bedroom and upstairs bath is steep with small steps, but we didn't find it to be a problem at all. We would gladly stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin

We had a great time at the cabin. Very clean. Loved the fireplace. Russ was a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

We loved our time at the cabin, it was a very clean place to stay. It was awesome to see pictures and know the history of the cabin, they have done a great job of restoring it and making it into a nice place for people to stay. While we were they we were able to enjoy the Fireplace in the Cabin, if we visit the Door County area again, we will stay again! It was a nice getaway for our honeymoon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My wife’s new favorite place

The cabin is incredible and the Cihlar’s are two of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. I’ve stayed here once before on a fishing trip with my dad but knew my wife would love it. We returned over Labor Day and had one of our best vacations ever. Having such a lovely little place to stay was the icing on the cake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paula o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Homestead 🏚

It is a beautiful cabin. It was amazing coming back to it after a long day of site seeing. Relaxing and sitting by the fire, it doesn't get much better than that. The host was awesome. We had everything we needed..even the extras like french vanilla creamer😉 We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MAUREEN G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property

Beautiful setting, very clean and welcoming home to stay in. Really didn’t want to leave. Had everything we needed for our stay. The property is as pictured. We were able to cycle out from here to get our bike ride in. Beautiful cycling area with quiet nice smooth roads. If you can navigate steps you will love staying here
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you’re looking to unplug, reconnect and take a step back in time this IS the place to stay! This sweet, 1800’s cabin will not disappoint! Super clean, comfy bed, fully equipped kitchen right up to ice cube trays! I enjoyed having coffee out in the cedar gazebo in the mornings and having cozy fires in the fireplace-all the wood is just out the door on the porch. If you’re lucky, you might even get to listen to an owl right outside the open window above the bed like I was! Book this gem and be centrally located to all things Door County. Be sure to get down to the beach just minutes away to watch the gorgeous sunrises too. You will not be disappointed. Russ and Stacy are great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Log home

The property was everything that was promised. Beautiful little log home with a fireplace to die for. everything was clean and up-to-date and perfectly in order. Enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret (Peggy) V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unwind & Explore

Owners Russ & Stacy (and their sweet dog, Dixie) are genuinely friendly and welcoming. They carefully maintain their cabin to provide comfort and serenity. The cabin had everything I needed to enjoy my solo trip to Door County. It was spotlessly clean, the fireplace was perfect, and I slept soundly after exploring Sturgeon Bay & beyond!! It was hard to leave but I KNOW I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything we hoped for and more!

Russ is a detailed, thoughtful individual interested in the comfort and quality of stay for his guests. We asked for something as simple as a Kuerig coffee maker and he let us borrow his wife's no less. A fire was already built in the fireplace just waiting for us to put a match to the kindling. The restored 1882 pioneer log home was a viseral and historic treat. Russ is the consumate builder and mechanical engineer. Highly recommend this place to stay ! We hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin stay

This was such an enjoyable stay. At first we were deterred by the steep stairs but then realized that was part of the old home. Stairs were like that and to change that would have changed the authenticity of it. Hand rails on the sides of the stairs took care of any concerns. The fireplace and exposed log beams were our favorite parts of the home. We used the fireplace often throughout our stay. So clean and cozy. Absolutely loved it. Thank you so much for the amazing experience. Maureen and Michael Oschman
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Impeccably clean, Fully equipped Historic cabin

We absolutely loved staying here. Everything from the easy to access, close parking to the inner and outer Cabin amenities to the Goregous flowers that adorn the exterior. Our Hosts Russ and Stacy were so accomodating and friendly it was like meeting up with old friends. Dixie their Lovely, gentle Golden greated us with squeals of delight every day and basked in the sunshine with us as we enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. Our location was mere minutes to delicious restaurants, antique shops, wineries, shoreline and so much more. The beds and pillows were so comfy we slept like logs every night. AC upstairs and downstairs was so nice to come "home" to after a long day sighseeing in the summer heat. I cannot say enough about how lovely this cabin and its owners are. A scenic drive from Milwaukee, we 100% recommend this hidden gem! 10 out of 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024