Title: The Bay Shore Shire Waterfront ‘Hobbit’ Home • Stunning Sunsets • Earth Covered Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Bay Shore Shire Waterfront ‘Hobbit’ Home • Stunning Sunsets • Earth Covered Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96990000/96984300/96984211/8ea9129b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96990000/96984300/96984211/02133b01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96990000/96984300/96984211/fbc1ed8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96990000/96984300/96984211/fcaf4940.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96990000/96984300/96984211/674dcc25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Bay Shore Shire, a one-of-a-kind lakefront retreat nestled in Sturgeon Bay. Enjoy panoramic views of the lake and sunsets from the large patio or master bedrooms with walk-out patios. This spacious home features an open kitchen/living space, 4 bedrooms, extra sleeping accommodations, 3 full bathrooms, a game cupboard with board games and puzzles for all ages. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Bay Shore Shire Waterfront ‘Hobbit’ Home • Stunning Sunsets • Earth Covered The Bay Shore Shire (aka the 'Hobbit House') is finally available! This spacious 'earth covered' lakefront home has panoramic views of the lake & breathtaking sunsets! Boasting 11 ft ceilings an open kitchen/living space, large patio & fire pit. With 4 bedrooms, extra sleeping accommodations & 3 full bathrooms, there's plenty of space for multiple families! Come experience this one-of-a-kind exclusive getaway! Welcome to The Bay Shore Shire! Located on Bay Shore Dr. In Sturgeon Bay just North of George K Pinney County Park, a little over 5 miles from downtown Sturgeon. This unique and spacious ranch style home has many sleeping options with 4 twin over full bunk beds and 2 king beds, as well as 3 loft areas (the loft areas do not have mattresses yet) and an extra inflatable queen mattress 2 West facing Lakeview Master Bedrooms (nearly identical: Both master bedrooms feature a king size bed with stunning lake views and a walk out patio! Watch the sunset from from the comfort of bed through the panoramic double walkout sliding doors (with built in blinds for privacy and screens for those who enjoy listening to the waves coming to shore), or from your own semi-private patio area. One boasts a 43" flat screen TV while the other has a 40" flat screen TV. Each master has its own full bathroom. Bedroom's 3 & 4: These rooms have 2 twin over full bunk beds and 40" flat screen TV's (8 beds in total with 4 in each room) one of the rooms has more space and houses the game cupboard…... where you'll find board games, card games, books and puzzles for all to enjoy! 'Adult approval' games will be kept elsewhere with details provided in tip sheet after booking! Open concept Kitchen/Living Room: Entry from front and back - with double walkout sliding doors to the back (lakeside) patio for full views of the lake! Full Kitchen: Stainless Steel Fridge/Freezer combo (with built in ice maker/dispenser) full oven/stove, stainless steel sink, stainless steel dishwasher, countertop island with seating, and separate counter height table with 3 stools. Plenty of counter space and outlets to function as a work space as well. Microwave, coffee maker, coffee grinder, pots/pans, drink wear, dishes, serving dishes, utensils, etc....all provided. Living room: Sofa/Chaise combo, swivel recliners and 2 additional sitting chairs featuring a wall mounted 55" flatscreen tv Parking Ample Parking in the gravel, double wide driveway - plenty of room for multiple vehicles and a trailer and/or boat (or two...) Outdoor Space The house is surrounded by trees on the back and sides with the front of the house facing west to the water = front row sunset viewing! The properties shoreline is across Bay Shore Dr. There is seating throughout the front of the yard and a gorgeous in ground fire pit. Guests bring their own firewood but are welcome to any leftover firewood that may be there. The 2 master bedrooms and living space all have double sliders that lead out to porch areas (facing the lake) The large patio has an eating area and grill. The shoreline consists of massive, flat limestone slabs and these limestone ledges extend into the water for appx 40 feet, making it a hot spot for a variety of water birds - the pelicans are one of our favorites! It's quite amazing to watch! Guest access You'll have access to the entire house and property with exception to our owners closet that is located between the kitchen and south master bathroom. (This will be the only locked door in the house) For security reasons we have exterior security cameras located on the front and back entrances. Other things to note We are so proud to have our home ready for you to enjoy! But please keep in mind that this is new construction, and an unconventional build, so some things are still developing and/or presenting themselves as the house settles. We are discovering that being situated at the base of a cliff can present challenges during wet season and heavy rains. During these times, continuous runoff from the slope settles in the back yard (Door County is part of the Niagara Escarpment, which is situated atop limestone bedrock) so we are exploring solutions - but want you to be aware that there could be standing water in the grassy areas. Please use caution or you may end up with a pair of muddy shoes (or paws). Same thing with the roof - as it is an earth covered home, it will take time for us to determine the best covering (native wildflowers/weeds vs grasses vs perennials, etc…) We were just happy to have green….(and weeds are green LOL). We’re working towards planting or reseeding the patchy areas that fell victim to runoff and will eventually incorporate beautiful flowers and ground cover to finish the look off. Hopefully you understand that it’s a work in progress! Occasionally wildlife likes to forage onto the structure because to them, it looks like another part of the landscape, but until it’s established, this can cause external & internal damages as well, so please let us know if you notice anything that seems off (or more so something NEW that develops while your there, as we’re likely aware of anything that is present prior to your arrival and working on getting it fixed)! Oh, the joys of an earth covered home are magical but can be a challenge to figure out because of its uniqueness! PLEASE NOTE: The house is in a secluded and remote area, surrounded by trees and water (Door County is a Peninsula after all 😊). In this setting there will be all things related to nature, like wildlife, potentially poisonous plants, and insects (including spiders) \*\*We recommend that anyone with insect/spider sensitivities or phobias consider a more urban setting where nature does not so easily encroach. Rest assured, we meticulously clean the entire house and remove any unwanted ‘visitors’ prior to guests arrival - but we leave the delicate ecosystem surrounding our house to regulate itself.\*\* ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/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 - Hardwood flooring in public areas - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Don’t throw butts on ground-put in garbage outside ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Bicycles - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31370000/31369400/31369310/799bd43f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Michigan Beach Home with Over 100’ of Private Sand Beach! 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Must ensure fire is completely out after each use. Grill must be cleaned if used and propane tank shut Climbing anywhere on the exterior of the house is prohibited. Violations are subject to additional fees. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: Must be house broken and well mannered ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Don’t throw butts on ground-put in garbage outside ## 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.907986,-87.39984&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_%7EbqG%7EgmtO%3FU%3FU%3FU%40U%40W%3FS%40U%40U%40UBU%40UBUBU%40SBUBUDSBUDUBSDSDUDSDSDSFSDSFSDQFSFQFSHSFQFQHQHQFQHQHOHOHQJOHOJOHMJOJMJOJMHOLKJMJKLKJMLKJMLILILKLKJGLKNGLILGLGNILGLENELGNELENELENCNCLCNCNCNANALANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40N%40NBNBLBNBNBLDNDLDNDLFNDLDLFNHLFLFLHNFLJJFLJLJLHLJJJLJJLLJJJJLLLHLJLJNJLJNHLJNHNJNHPHNHNHPFPHPHPFPFPHRFRFPFRDPFRDRFRDRDRDRDTDRBRDTBTDRBTBT%40RBTBT%40TBT%40T%40T%40T%3FR%40V%3FT%40T%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FRAV%3FRAV%3FRATAVARCTATCTCTARCTCTERCTETCTEPETERERETGREPGRERGPGRGRIPGPGPIPIPGPIPINIPINKNINKNILKNKNKLKLILMNKJKLMJKLMJKHMJMHMLMHKFMJOFMHMFMFOHMFMFODMDODMDODMDOBOBMBOBOBO%40O%40MBO%3FO%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FOAO%3FMCOAOAOCOCMCOCOCMEOEMEOEMEOEMGMGOIMGMGMIOGMKKGMIMMMIMIKKMKKMMKKMKKMMIOKMKMKOKOIMKOIOKOIOIQIOIQGQIQIQGQGQIQGSGSGQESGSEQGSEUESESEUEQCUEUCUESCUCUASCUCUAUCUASAWAU%3FSAWAS%3FW%3FS%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aQmiPB-NbSYj4xQrSZYxbl65ch0=) Sturgeon Bay, WI #### What's nearby - Door County Historical Museum - 13 min drive - 6.9 miles - Sturgeon Bay Bridge - 14 min drive - 7.4 miles - Door County Maritime Museum - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles - Potawatomi State Park - 31 min drive - 12.7 miles - Cave Point County Park - 35 min drive - 17.3 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Door County Coffee & Tea Co. - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Waterfront Mary's - ‬17 min drive - ‪Prince Of Pierogi Restaurant: Sturgeon Bay - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bay Shore Shire Waterfront ‘Hobbit’ Home • Stunning Sunsets • Earth Covered pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at The Bay Shore Shire Waterfront ‘Hobbit’ Home • Stunning Sunsets • Earth Covered? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Bay Shore Shire Waterfront ‘Hobbit’ Home • Stunning Sunsets • Earth Covered? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Bay Shore Shire Waterfront ‘Hobbit’ Home • Stunning Sunsets • Earth Covered located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of George K. Pinney County Park and Lake Michigan. Choice Orchards is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Bay Shore Shire Waterfront ‘Hobbit’ Home • Stunning Sunsets • Earth Covered Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy B. 20 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Friends Fall Weekend This was a unique and wonderful place to stay! Very clean and comfortable with everything we needed. ##### Wendy B. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shawn P. 6 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful property We had a large group of us and everyone had a fantastic time. Unique property in a great location. Clean and comfortable. ##### Shawn P. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie K. 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Solitude+Hobbit breakfasts in The Shire The Shire was a great fit for our family after long days in town, on the beach and in the water. Thank you for offering such a comfortable and well appointed space in Door County. ##### Valerie K. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ewelina A. 17 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it! We loved our stay!! The house was very welcoming and cozy! We will definitely be coming back with more family. We liked how close the boat launch was and the beautiful view! Thanks for having us! ##### Ewelina A. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann E. 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hobbit House The Hobbit House was adorable, clean, spacious and located in a great location for traversing the peninsula. There were many thoughtful details/amenities included by the host! Also, being pet friendly is extremely important to us. ##### Ann E. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosemary S. 15 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Stay Ever! This is an amazing property and we loved everything about it, from the decor, well stocked supplies for personal care, location and gorgeous surroundings. We are fans of Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter and loved this “Shire”. We will definitely rent this place again! ##### Rosemary S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### luke c. 28 Jan 2025 ##### luke c. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024