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A firepit, a garden and an arcade/games room are just a few of the amenities provided at Downtown Sister Bay: Cardinal Retreat with new arcade!. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Downtown Sister Bay: Cardinal Retreat with new arcade!

Tucked in a quiet cul-de-sac in downtown Sister Bay, this freshly remodeled modern retreat blends luxury with retro fun. Walk to boutiques, dining, and sunsets, or stay in for the ultimate game night.

— Luxury Living: Gourmet kitchen, four spacious bedrooms, and an oversized deck with a fire pit.

— Epic Arcade: Full-size Pinball, Pac-Man, Mortal Kombat, NBA Jam, Fast & Furious racing, Nintendo Switch, Air Hockey, Shuffleboard, Foosball, Darts, and more!

Hosted by Swanson Vacation Rentals!

Main Level:
—Front family room with 65 inch TV
—Dining room with plenty of seating
—Kitchen that is fully stocked and counter seating
—Back family room overlooking back deck/yard

2nd Floor:
—Primary bedroom with two queen beds, TV, large walk in closet, and attached bathroom with tub and shower
—2nd bedroom with a queen bed and twin XL, closet, and TV
—3rd bedroom with a king bed, closet, and TV
—2nd bathroom with tub and shower

Lower Level:
—Family room/bedroom with doors for privacy, table and chairs, dry bar, queen sleeper sofa, queen murphy bed, dry bar, 65 inch TV
—3rd bathroom with shower
—Game room/arcade (details below)
—Laundry room with washer and dryer

Game and Arcade Room:
—Air hockey, darts, shuffleboard, and foosball
—Nintendo switch with various games loaded and 65 inch TV
—Full size arcades of pac man, fast and furious, mortal combat 2, nba jam, and golden tee golf
—Pinball machine

Garage:
—Yard and beach games
—Chairs for the beach
—Level 2 EV charger for free use

Yard:
—Basketball hoop in driveway
—Firepit in backyard with plenty of seating
—Yard to play games

House is fully stocked with the below:

Kitchen
-High chair
-Ziplock bags
-Saran wrap
-Tin foil
-Paper towels
-Soap
-Cups/Bowls/Plates
-Wine glasses, shot glasses, cocktail shaker
-Measuring cups
-Utensils
-Pot and Pans
-Pancake griddle
-Baking sheets
-Blender
-Mixer
-Coffee maker and K Cup machine
-Coffee cream packets
-Ground coffee and K Cups included
-Green tea bags
-Salt + Pepper and MISC spices
-Dishwasher with dishwasher pods
-Trash bags
-Tea pot
-Crockpot

Bath and Shower
-Shampoo and Conditioner
-Body wash
-Towels
-Hair dryer (per bathroom)
-Hand soap
-Toilet paper

Bedroom
-Closet hangers
-Iron
-Sheets, pillows, comforter
-Crib
-Laundry Basket

Washer and dryer:
-Laundry detergent (free + clear)
-Dryer sheets (free + clear)

Garage
-Spike ball game
-Football
-Frisbee
-Bocce ball set
-Large Jenga set
-Connect 4
-Ring toss
-Beach chairs
-Coolers (soft smaller size and roller large size)
-Tire and inflatable pump
-Ladder ball game
-Cornhole set
-EV Car charger(level 2)
-Beach trolly
-Beach umbrella
-Burley

Inside Games:
-Card games
-Chess and checkers
-Ring toss
-Other misc games

Misc:
-Beach towels
-Weber grill with propane
-Firepit with firewood
-Lighter and marshmallow sticks
See Below


--------Parking--------
• Parking is ONLY allowed in the driveway (maximum of 4 cars in the driveway)
• NO parking on the streets surrounding the property per city rules.
• No parking in the garage or on the grass
• Violations to parking rules can result in fines for guests and host and jeopardize our ability to rent our home.
• As with all rules, breaking parking rules can result in up to immediate eviction with no refund. Under no conditions can these parking rules be violated.
• If you cannot guarantee that all guests can abide by these parking rules please do not book.

------Garbage------
• Garbage bins are outside of the garage. We have garbage service that will come and pick up garbage at the house on Tuesdays.
• Garbage cannot overflow. If items do not fit, please leave for the next pick-up.

-----Other Rules-----
• Quiet hours of 10pm to 10am
• Fireworks and firearms are always prohibited
• No fires allowed outside of backyard firepit, please keep fires manageable and only use firewood in firepit.
• Pets must always be leashed, and pet owners must adhere to minimum pet noise
• No illegal activity is permitted on the property
• No campers or boats allowed on the property
• All guests and visitors of guests must follow all of these rules
• Renter is responsible for missing or damaged items

Occupants may be cited or fined by the Village or immediately evicted for violating any of the above listed rules.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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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 10:00 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

See Below --------Parking-------- • Parking is ONLY allowed in the driveway (maximum of 4 cars in the driveway)

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Dogs only and 2 max

Children and extra beds

Children are 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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

250782

About the area

Located in Sister Bay, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Peninsula State Park, while Frykman Studio Gallery and Corner of the Past Museum are cultural highlights. Visit our Sister Bay travel guide
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Sister Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Beautiful lake sunset on Eagle Harbor near Ephraim in Door County, Wisconsin.
    Sister Bay Marina
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • La Crosse Riverside Fountain at Dusk
    Waterfront Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mother and daughter sitting on a small dock in Sister Bay in Door County, Wisconsin
    Sister Bay Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sister Bay Dog Park & Community Garden
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    3 min drive - 2.2 km

Restaurants

  • Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik
    15 min walk
  • Husby's Food & Spirits
    19 min walk
  • Stabbur Beer Garden
    15 min walk
  • Sister Bay Bowl
    19 min walk
  • Sip
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Sister Bay: Cardinal Retreat with new arcade! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Downtown Sister Bay: Cardinal Retreat with new arcade!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Sister Bay: Cardinal Retreat with new arcade!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Sister Bay: Cardinal Retreat with new arcade!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Sister Bay: Cardinal Retreat with new arcade! located?

This family-friendly Sister Bay holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Sister Bay Marina and Lake Michigan. Waterfront Park and Sister Bay Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Downtown Sister Bay: Cardinal Retreat with new arcade! Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love to cap off the summer with a family/friend trip and have chosen sister bay for the past few years. This house was perfect. The yard was great for games and the basement area(s) was perfect for the teens to hang out in. Property included everything we were looking for and the basketball hoop was a bonus! Would def stay here again in the future !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexa M.

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

Beautiful & in the perfect location

We couldn’t have asked for more from this house! Absolutely beautiful, tons of space and comfortable sleeping arrangements. The location feels very quiet and private but is only a three minute drive from all the popular Sister Bay spots.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige E.

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

A nice stay in Sister Bay

Came here for a family vacation for our first time in Door County! The home is spacious and comfortable, and everyone enjoyed themselves on the trip! It is located in a nice, quiet, out of the way area, though still very close to the main street and shops, etc in town. Everything was clean and organized, and everyone in my group was very happy with the provided amenities! We would love to come back and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

When you find a good thing…

“This place is exactly what we needed”, “this place just keeps going”, “if you were a host, this is exactly how you’d be” - just some of the comments I heard from my family during our stay here. We were in DC for a family wedding and trying to find a place to accommodate 9 people spanning pre-k to AARP age and dogs was tough and stressful. At the 11th hour, I stumbled upon this gem and from start to finish the experience was top notch. The house is warm and inviting, while being modernized. It allowed us to gather together and do our own thing all at the same time. Everything that we could have needed was there - including things we didn’t know we needed or assumed we’d have to bring, like a white noise machine for our kids or black washcloths for removing makeup. Never once did it feel like we had to walk on eggshells or that we were in someone else’s home. If you’re looking for a place for everyone where you’ll have activities that don’t require electronics (but know it’s a necessity), every streaming service imaginable (and already logged in), old school games (board/air hockey/shuffle board), a massive backyard, individualized temperature controlled rooms, and a 3 min drive to the goats on the roof - you’ll want to book this place. I’m giving this review begrudgingly because I know it’s only a matter of time before this place gets thrown into the spotlight; but when you find a good thing, the right thing to do is to spread the word!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious house, short walk to lakefront and downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

meghan r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed for a multi-generational family getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great 80th birthday celebration for grandma! Love the quiet neighborhood nearby so much. Had more space than expected and loved the yard games, fire pit large tables for us to gather for food and games.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was as pictured. Wonderful set up for our whole family. Kids enjoyed the basement to have their own space with games. Adults loved the back sitting room and deck. House was well stocked with everything we needed including spices for cooking. All the extras were a huge help as we didn’t have to pack so much. Would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025