what to do in sister bay: Sister Bay Home for Sale at 2280 Maple Drive, Sister Bay WI 54234 - 12/30/21 03:59 PM
Sister Bay Home for Sale at
2280 Maple Drive, Sister Bay WI 54234
 
A diamond in the rough in the middle of the paradise we call Door County, Wisconsin.  This Sister Bay home has been in the same family for over fifty years.  
This two-bedroom plus bonus room (perfect for additional sleeping space), all-season house in Sister Bay, Wisconsin is perched on a gentle slope on the southern side of downtown.
The eastern lot boundary presents a driveway that leads down to the back yard, a partially-wooded forest that extends to the northern property line.  Behold the mature pine, maple, and birch trees in … (5 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Sister Bay Prepares to Capture the Spirit of a Door County Christmas - 11/19/18 12:50 PM
Sister Bay Prepares to Capture the Spirit
of a Door County Christmas
 
One of our favorite holidays (Thanksgiving, with much to be thankful about in 2018) leads directly into one of our favorite Door County festivals, Sister Bay's "Capture the Spirit" celebration in preparation of the upcoming December and January holidays.  
 
Thanksgiving in Door County
 
We've been watching the Village employees prepare the streets around the village, as well as the village businesses, begin preparations for this two-day holiday event immediately following Thanksgiving Day.  And Thanksgiving remains a BUSY holiday weekend in Door County--most of the establishments serving Thanksgiving Dinner have stopped taking reservations--they … (0 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Sister Bay's Annual Fall Festival this Weekend - 10/08/18 11:49 AM
Searching for something fun to do in Door County this weekend?  Sister Bay's annual Fall Festival guarantees to satisfy those looking for music, food, fun and family activities.  From the craft fair to the annual parade, this remains the oldest and most popular annual northern Door County festival of the year.
 
WELCOME TO ONE OF DOOR COUNTY'S LARGEST 
OUTDOOR FESTIVALS
SISTER BAY FALL FESTIVAL
 
Of course, this weekend will also be an excellent time to feature our northern Door County listings for sale, especially all of our Sister Bay inland homes and waterfront and water view homes for sale and also the large variety (in … (2 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Where to live in Door County: Real Estate for Sale in Sister Bay - 03/31/18 02:02 PM
WHERE TO LIVE IN DOOR COUNTY
Door County Listings: Door County Real Estate for Sale in Sister Bay, WI 54234
 
Welcome to Door County, Wisconsin---and to Sister Bay, voted Door County's most popular destination in 2016.  Why?  There are so many reasons to visit and live in Sister Bay that I could write 5,000 words and not run out of ideas and recommendations, but I'll tell you first the simple thing Wikipedia states about Sister Bay:
 
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 3.58 square miles, of which 2.58 square miles is land and 1.00 square mile is water.
 
Note the … (2 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Sister Bay Condominiums for Sale under $150,000 - 04/14/17 10:36 AM
Sister Bay Condominiums for Sale under $150,000
 
There are still opportunities to buy into Door County (especially popular Sister Bay) for a reasonable price.  Sister Bay offers several condominium opportunities that are affordable, with great locations and with the ability to walk downtown.  Some have amenities, like pools or tennis, some do not (to keep dues down).  
 
These condominium opportunities include Skogland Condominiums (pronounced "Skoog-land" by the locals (who are greatly Swedish and Norwegian), which is near a dog park and ice skating rink, with a seasonal in-ground, heated pool.  I had a great sale there last year with some clients from … (1 comments)

what to do in sister bay: TIMBER RIDGE ESTATES SISTER BAY WI: Affordable Condominium for Sale - 02/26/17 02:13 PM
TIMBER RIDGE ESTATES SISTER BAY, WI 54234
Affordable 2 Bedroom Condominium for Sale
 
Everyone loves Sister Bay!  Voted Door County's Number 1 Municipality in 2016 by a vote via the Door County Visitor Bureau, it is praised for its dining, shops, beach, marina, "walkability" sports complex, dog park and so much more.  I can't name EVERY Sister Bay business or activity, but there are so many that I can plan a weekend "staycation" right in my own Village!
 
Of course, everyone loves walking around downtown Sister Bay, and where better to start from than from your new condominium at Timber Ridge Estates Condominiums, located … (7 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Sister Bay's Best Condominiums: 4 Bedrooms at Woodcrest Village - 11/15/16 06:25 AM
Sister Bay Wisconsin's Best Inland Condominiums:
Woodcrest Village Condominiums
4 Bedroom Condominium for sale in Sister Bay, WI 54234
10683 Woodcrest Lane, Sister Bay, WI 54234
 
Door County has a lot of thriving towns and villages.  Some people prefer Egg Harbor, some Fish Creek.  Some enjoy the solitude of Ellison Bay and Gills Rock.  Baileys Harbor continues to grow, with the Door County Brewery moving to it's new Highway 57 location downtown next year.
 
However,  the one thing all can agree on is that the Village of Sister Bay, Wisconsin has made some FANTASTIC changes over the past few years that will continue to grow. … (7 comments)

what to do in sister bay: What to do in Sister Bay, Wisconsin: Live and Play in Sister Bay - 02/25/16 04:55 AM
What to do in Sister Bay, Wisconsin:  Live and Play in Sister Bay.
 
Why live in Sister Bay, Wisconsin?  
There are dozens of GREAT reasons to live in Sister Bay!
 
Sister Bay is a BEAUTIFUL coastal community on the shore of Green Bay, and it's also close to Lake Michigan, too (a five minute drive will bring you to the "Lake side").  It is conveniently located near the "northern middle" of the Door Peninsula, just ten minutes north of Fish Creek and Baileys Harbor, and next to the Village of Ephraim.Sister Bay is a friendly and safe community where people walk their dogs, … (0 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Labor Day Weekend in Door County? Support Sister Bay's Marina Fest - 09/05/15 03:20 AM
Labor Day Weekend in Door County?  Visit Sister Bay Marina Fest!  This festival is the main fundraiser for the Sister Bay Liberty Grove Fire Department and is family-friendly and a lot of fun, besides.  This year it is a TWO day event, requiring wrist bands and tickets for the food vendors, but it promises to be a worthwhile event for a family visit, with music, food and FUN.
 
Click on the 2015 Marina Fest Schedule to see all the fun-filled Marina Festival events and  happenings!
This festival, traditionally held on the Saturday before Labor Day, was created to pay tribute to the Sister Bay Marina, which was … (0 comments)

what to do in sister bay: The Best of Door County: Eat, Play and LIVE in Sister Bay, WI 54234 - 02/23/15 05:10 AM

If you visit Sister Bay, Wisconsin, you are in for quite a treat.  It’s a quiet village, edged by the Bay of Green Bay, with a wonderful public beach, a fantastic public marina, public parks and more.  If you want the best of Door County, plan to eat, play and potentially LIVE in Sister Bay.
 
Known for its festivals, Sister Bay has several during each year, including goats paraded down the main street, free concerts in the new amphitheater ranging from classical to contemporary, a fantastic swimming beach, a short film festivals, art fairs, a Marina Festival with a fantastic … (1 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Sister Bay Fall Festival 2014 with Featured Sister Homes for Sale - 10/13/14 05:23 AM
 This week leads up to one of my favorite weekends of the year---Sister Bay’s Fall Festival.  This is a fantastic three-day event in Sister Bay, Wisconsin, with live music, food, games, activities and much, much more.  Each day this week I will feature ONE Sister Bay property for sale, as well as ONE of the events I am looking forward to for this Fall Festival weekend.
 
 On Friday night, October 17, 2014, I will be at Grasse’s Grill in downtown Sister Bay to listen to some amazing music provided by Wifee and the Huzzband.  I first heard their music last … (1 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Visiting Sister Bay? The Community-Wide Rummage Sale is this Weekend! - 05/16/14 11:01 PM
Visiting Sister Bay, WI?  The Community-Wide Rummage Sale is this Weekend!  There are FORTY SITES in the Village that are offering bargains galore!
In addition to the sale, several Sister Bay dining establishments are offering dining specials for spending the day in Sister Bay.
Browse everything from antiques to clothes to furnishings, art, collectables and much more today in Sister Bay, WI.
Check here for a map of Sister Bay's Community Rummage Sale participants and for directions.
For a list of Sister Bay properties for sale that you can drive by on the tour, you can contact me.  I'd be happy … (1 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Christmas in Door County : The Mission Grille in Sister Bay, WI - 12/24/13 11:03 PM
Christmas in Door County:  Dining at The Mission Grille in Sister Bay, WI 54234.
Last night marked my ten year anniversary of my first Christmas Eve dinner at The Mission Grille, and I thought it was a worthy anniversary for ten years of remembering my first Christmas Eve there.
In 2003, we first decided that trying to cook two huge meals inbetween church services and other events was getting rather daunting.  As such, I tentatively proposed something neither my nor my husband's family had ever tried (and likely nary considered).  There were a few local restaurants open on Christmas Eve to serve … (1 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Sister Bay, WI Prepares for Annual Fall Festival in Door County. - 10/15/13 12:02 AM
Sister Bay, Wisconsin prepares for its annual Fall Festival in Door County.
This is such a big event that we'll spend a lot of time this week focusing on our Sister Bay homes for sale and Sister Bay condominiums for sale and detailing the HUGE weekend to come.
Originally intended as a "end of season" party for local people and businesses, Sister Bay's Fall Festival has turned into one of Door County's premier visitor events.  Sister Bay Advance works very hard to ensure a good time is had by all.
Autumn colors are still lovely, and it's a great time to … (2 comments)

what to do in sister bay: What to do in Door County this weekend? Visit Sister Bay, Wisconsin - 08/10/13 03:43 AM
What to do in Door County this weekend?  Visit Sister Bay, Wisconsin.  Today is the annual Door County Festival of Fine Arts in Sister Bay, Wisconsin.  #DCFA
There are dozens of vendors, live music, and all of the downtown restaurants are featuring specials and more.  You could spend the entire day in Sister Bay today and not run out of things to do, places to visit and, of course, SPECTACULAR natural beauty on the Green Bay shorefront.
Here's a little taste of what was going on this morning:

This public event is free of charge, and offers entertainment for the … (1 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Spectacular Sister Bay...Plan to Sip and Savor this Weekend! - 06/06/13 03:18 AM
There's ALWAYS something fun going on in Door County...you just need to ask where and when! 
Sip and Savor and Paddlefest this weekend in the Village of Sister Bay.  A new festival, and the first festival of the year for the Village promises fun for all ages.
There is ALWAYS something great going on in Sister Bay.   Memorial Day weekend marked the grand opening of SPOT, a FANTASTIC place to get clothing and accessories for women of all ages (my daughters went first, and called me say "Mom...you have to go!"...three dresses later and I can't wait to go again.)  Located … (2 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Door County Real Estate Market Report--Spring is Here - 05/03/13 05:06 AM

 
 
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what to do in sister bay: What to Do in Door County this Winter? SKATING and BROOM BALL - 12/01/12 11:54 PM
The Teresa K. Hilander Community Rink will be open for the season in Sister Bay as soon as the weather allows.  This is a GREAT facility for outdoor sports and is well loved by the residents of northern Door County.  Ice Skating and Broom Ball on Wednesday is a winter tradition in Door County.  What is broom ball?  Via Wikipedia:
Broomball is a recreational ice game originating in Canada and played around the world. It is played in a hockey rink, either indoors or outdoors, depending on climate and location. Broomball is popular in the Canadian province of Manitoba, where Glenella is … (2 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Sister Bay Lion's Club 60th Annual Halloween Party a Huge Success - 11/01/12 12:40 AM
Sixty years of holiday fun in Sister Bay, Wisconsin!  The Sister Bay Lion's Club 60th Annual Halloween Party was a declared a huge success.  According to long-time Sister Bay Lion's Club member Clint Robison, this year's event, held at the Sister Bay/Liberty Grove South Station on Mill Road, attracted roughly 160 children from 18 months to perhaps 13 years old along with lots of their parent.  With only 2800 residents of all ages (approximately) in Liberty Grove and Sister Bay combined, the attendance numbers are amazing.  The evening starts each year with a costume parade, and ends with games and prizes … (0 comments)

what to do in sister bay: Fine Art Fair in Sister Bay today and it's a perfect day in Sister Bay - 08/11/12 01:41 AM
 
Fine Art Fair in Sister Bay today and it’s a perfect day in Sister Bay, Wisconsin.  Temperatures:  Low seventies.  Light breeze off the Bay.  Bright sunshine.  It’s a great day to enjoy some of Door County’s finest artists out in the sunshine.  The Fine Art Fair features such nationally renowned artists as R.D. Bentley, among others, and is a great place to find a treasure to bring home from your vacation to help you remember your fantastic time in Door County.  The Fair is located across the street from Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and next to the Village hall by … (0 comments)

 
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MaryKay Shumway

Door County Wisconsin's Real Estate Expert

Sister Bay, WI

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