Door County Lake Cottage: Kayaks, Game Rm, Firepit

Chicory Lake House is a waterfront family escape in the heart of Door County! Nestled among trees and reeds on Kangaroo Lake in Baileys Harbor, this peaceful retreat is minutes from Door County’s top spots. Enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, the game room, or unwinding by a lakeside bonfire. Like all of our five-star, family-managed properties at ChicoryDoorCounty, every detail at Chicory Lake House is thoughtfully designed to offer comfort, connection, and a true Door County experience. The space CHICORY LAKE HOUSE KEY FEATURES: •Located next to the historic Kangaroo Lake Causeway and directly on Kangaroo Lake •Three bedrooms (Queen, Queen, Two Twins) •Two full baths (Our primary ensuite bath has a luxury shower and double vanity. The full bath in the hallway has a shower over tub combination.) •Modern kitchen and appliances, including a dishwasher •Indoor gas fireplace •Record player with vinyl music library •Lakeside Game Room •Kayaks, paddleboards, fishing poles, and firewood provided •Central heating and air conditioning with a whole-house dehumidifier (Baseboard heat only in game room). •Washer and dryer ★OUR CLEANING PROTOCOLS SET US APART★ Chicory Lake House is proudly family-managed and personally cared for. Because we oversee every stay ourselves, we maintain the highest standard of cleanliness. We understand how much cleanliness impacts your vacation experience. At Chicory Lake House, we go beyond standard turnover practices by laundering all duvet covers, living room throw blankets, and throw pillow covers between every guest, along with all bed linens and pillowcases. Our goal is to provide a welcoming, meticulously maintained home where you can truly relax and enjoy your stay with confidence and peace of mind. THE LIVING ROOM Relax in the remodeled, modern, open space with gorgeous lake views and a gas fireplace. Enjoy the Roku smart TV, record player, and vinyl music library. The living room is furnished with a leather sofa, two leather recliners, and two fabric chairs. THE KITCHEN The beautifully designed, open-concept kitchen is fully equipped with new appliances, a dishwasher, and plenty of cookware and utensils. The dining table seats six, with additional seating at the kitchen island. THE PRIMARY BEDROOM WITH ENSUITE BATH You'll love the lakeside bedroom with a queen-sized bed, Roku TV, and an ensuite bathroom. Walk directly onto the lakeside deck from your bedroom to have a glass of wine or your morning coffee. The fully remodeled ensuite bath has dual vanities and a luxurious walk-in shower with rain-head, classic, and handheld shower heads. THE LAKESIDE QUEEN BEDROOM Enjoy the second lakeside bedroom with a queen bed, room-darkening shades, a closet, and a Roku TV. THE TWIN BEDROOM The cozy, but adorable, "twin room" has two twin beds, room-darkening shades, a closet, and a Roku TV. THE HALL BATH The fully remodeled hall bathroom has a modern tub/shower combination. Full-sized laundry machines are also found in the hall bathroom. THE GAME ROOM Who needs a garage when you can have a lakeside game room? We transformed the space into a fun-filled retreat with a glass overhead door for easy access to the lake. Stream the big game, play bumper pool, shuffleboard, pop-a-shot, Pac-Man, or challenge someone to a friendly round of cards. Our lakeside game room also has toys, puzzles, and games for younger children. THE GREAT OUTDOORS Chicory Lake House is a direct lakefront property on Kangaroo Lake with private (non-shared) water access. Enjoy our provided kayaks and paddleboards, or stay dry and play a few yard games. Fish from our pier, or sun on our lakeside loungers. Spend evenings making memories around our lakeside bonfire pit. Outdoor amenities include: •Large fire pit with six Adirondack chairs and complimentary firewood (two bundles) •Lakeside Trex deck and flagstone patio •Patio dining table with 6 chairs •Kayaks (6 adult and 3 youth-sized) •Paddle boards (2 adult and 1 youth) •Gas grill with propane provided •Two lounge chairs & pads (Seasonal) •Pier - typically installed from late May through mid-October. (4-5 feet deep at the end of the pier) Jumping or diving from the pier is strictly prohibited. •Access to the outdoor shed, which contains: Life jackets (4 youth and 6 adult L/XL size), outdoor games & activities (Corn hole, Ladder golf, Football, Frisbee, 2 fishing poles w/small tackle box), and marshmallow forks. Boating: Kangaroo Lake is wonderful for paddling. While there is boating on Kangaroo Lake, hidden rock piles and ledges create challenges. There is no boat lift at Chicory Lake House, and our pier is not suitable for mooring a large boat. *Guests planning on bringing a boat must inform us at the time of booking. Jet skis are not allowed. Swimming conditions: Fishing shoreline with reeds and a rocky bottom. Water shoes are recommended. Typical of most inland Wisconsin lakes, swimmers' itch occasionally occurs but is unpredictable. Like virtually every inland lake in Wisconsin, guests may encounter Canadian Geese (and their droppings) on our lakeshore or pier. LIST OF OTHER DETAILS AND AMENITIES: •Pull-through, semi-circle driveway with room for three vehicles (no garage access for vehicles). •Central A/C and Heat (Baseboard heat only in our game room) •Washer and Dryer - laundry detergent provided •Gas fireplace •Five Smart TVs (located in all bedrooms, the living room, and the garage rec room). A complimentary streaming app is available for live "cable" TV. Guests are also welcome to log into their personal streaming apps. •Wi-Fi, Strong enough to support Zoom meetings (due to the rural nature of Door County, WIFI and cell phone coverage and service can vary) •In each bathroom, we supply one small, travel-size shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. We recommend bringing shower essentials for stays longer than two nights. •No pets, firearms, fireworks, smoking, tobacco, or vaping allowed on the property •Burning of candles or other open flames is prohibited The Kangaroo Lake Public Boat Launch is located 2.8 miles away along the east shore of Kangaroo Lake on 7563 S Kangaroo Lake Drive. Guest access You will have access to our entire home, yard, and the lakeside game-room portion of our detached garage. Guests also have access to our storage shed containing paddle boards, life jackets, fishing poles, yard games, and marshmallow forks. Kayaks are kept near our shoreline on a kayak rack. We provide complimentary firewood for our large lakeside firepit and propane for our Weber grill. The only locked, non-accessible areas of our property include the driveway side of our detached garage and our basement crawlspace, which contains mechanicals. There is a pull-through driveway with parking for three cars, but no garage access for vehicles. Guests bringing bicycles are welcome to store them in our garage game room. Other things to note ★WE GENUINELY LOOK FORWARD TO HOSTING YOU★ ChicoryDoorCounty is run by our family, and we truly care about your experience while staying with us. Please let us know if there's anything we can do to help you have a terrific Door County getaway. Many of the requirements in our house rules are dictated by our local village’s short-term rental ordinance and are beyond our control. Our standard check-in time is 4:00 p.m., and our standard check-out time is 10:00 a.m. Furniture and decor may differ from the photos, as we constantly strive to maintain the comfort, quality, and cleanliness of our home's furnishings. ★IMPORTANT BOOKING INFORMATION★ Please review our entire listing carefully, including the house rules, before submitting your booking request. After you request to book, we kindly ask that you monitor your Airbnb messages. We will send a quick note to confirm you've read this information and do not have any questions about our process before we formally accept your reservation. Please know that these requirements are not intended to discourage bookings or create inconvenience. They are simply in place to ensure compliance with state and local regulations, meet insurance requirements, and help protect our guests, their vacations, and the property. Our goal is to provide a smooth, transparent process so you can relax and fully enjoy your stay. We require an electronically signed renter agreement and a $300 security deposit hold for all bookings. These requirements help ensure that all guests understand and follow our policies, protecting both the property and the quality of your stay. This process is fully permitted under Airbnb’s Terms of Service for software-integrated hosts, as long as it is disclosed in advance. To comply with Wisconsin state law and local short-term rental ordinances, once your booking request is accepted, you will receive a secure, encrypted link via Airbnb message. This link will direct you to: •Our point-of-contact form •A security deposit hold authorization form •Our standard rental agreement Wisconsin law requires vacation rental operators to collect the full name and contact information of all registered guests. In addition, our insurance provider requires a signed rental agreement. Our agreement is straightforward and includes: •House rules •A waiver of liability and assumption of risk •Maximum occupancy limit (6 guests) •Cancellation policy •Ordinance requirements for the Village of Baileys Harbor Security Deposit Details: •The $300 deposit is a credit card hold (not a charge and then refund) processed through our secure management software and credit card processor. •The hold is scheduled to process two days before arrival, and it is released after departure, provided there are no damages to address. We insure every stay for accidental damage. The security deposit hold is intended to provide protection in the rare instance of significant, intentional damage that falls outside the coverage of our damage insurance policy. •The name on the credit card must match the name of the guest who submitted the booking request. To finalize your reservation and avoid cancellation, please complete the rental agreement, point of contact form, and schedule the security deposit hold before your free cancellation period expires. If you have any questions at any point, we’re happy to help.