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Your adventure begins here—where the winding roads lead to Ellison Bay, Rowleys Bay, Gills Rock, and the heart of Liberty Grove.
From cozy restaurants and charming shops to inspiring galleries, outdoor adventures, local events, and essential services, Door County North offers something for everyone. Whether you’re here to explore, relax, or connect—our communities welcome you with open arms and small-town warmth.
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The Ellison Inn & Lounge
STAY ~ EAT ~ DRINK ~ RELAX ~ ENJOY
Tucked away in the heart of Ellison Bay, this midcentury-modern boutique inn offers a refreshing blend of 1970’s Door County charm and timeless style. Each thoughtfully designed room pairs classic vintage character with modern comfort, creating a peaceful retreat that feels both nostalgic and new.
Guests can unwind in cozy, inviting spaces that reflect the relaxed spirit of the peninsula. Just steps from the beach, local galleries, restaurants, and scenic parks, it’s the ideal destination for those who crave adventure and tranquility.
Whether you’re here for a romantic getaway, a weekend with friends, or a quiet solo escape, every detail has been crafted to make your stay easy and memorable. Experience the warmth of small-town hospitality, the beauty of Door County’s natural surroundings, and the style of a true midcentury-modern gem, a place where you can slow down, breathe deeply, and feel completely at home.
Open Year Round
11934 Hwy 42 Ellison Bay
920-854-2928
https://www.theellisoninn.com/
FIND YOURSELF HERE
Try an experiment. Use the Google Map at right to find your location, then slowly minimize your view until you can see almost the entire Eastern half of the United States. Now look back at the very tip of Door County, jutting out into Lake Michigan. No matter where you live the rest of the year, the cares of the world are currently far behind you…so enjoy and relax!
HISTORY OF DOOR COUNTY NORTH
Liberty Grove, the largest town in Door County, may be divided into three parts. In the southern part of the town is the large and compact “German settlement,” lying between the villages of Ephraim, Sister Bay and Baileys Harbor. In the center, east and northeast of Sister Bay, is a large Swedish settlement with a few Norwegians mixed in…
So begins the 100-year-old description of Liberty Grove and the surrounding region, the township whose economic interests are now represented by the Door County North business association, as stated in Hjalmar R. Holand’s two-volume edition of History of Door County, Wisconsin, The County Beautiful, originally published in 1917.
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