Top Rated Hotels in Door County, WI
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By Christine Bude, published May 30, 2007
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Door County, Wisconsin is a popular vacation destination, within a morning or afternoon's drive from Milwaukee, Wisconsin or Chicago, Illinois. Door county is located in what looks like thumb jutting out of Wisconsin, into Lake Michigan, of the Great Lakes. Door County attracts many visitors, with miles of unspoiled wooded area and shoreline to explore. There are many attractions to scenic Door County, with lighthouses, shops, restaurants, wineries, and more. Washington Island, off the tip of Door County, can be traveled to via ferry.
The Door County Maritime Museum at Gills Rocks, at the north end of the county, features maritime history. This year there will be a new, one of a kind, exhibition about pirates .
Fish Creek is located about three quarters of the way up the Peninsula of Door County. The tiny hamlet was settled by fishermen and loggers, but soon became a summer resort community. Today Fish Creek is a center for the performing arts, with the country's oldest professional summer stock theater, the Peninsula Music Festival and a new 750 seat auditorium featuring entertainment.
Door County is best experienced in spring, ,summer and fall. In the winter, the weather can be harsh. Many of the business's close during the winter season. Following are some of the best accommodations in Door County.
Landmark Resort
7543 Hillside Road
Egg Harbor, WI
800-273-7877
The Landmark Resort is located on 40 wooded acres. Amenities include free wireless Internet access, heated swimming pools, whirlpools, steam rooms and casual dining. Suites have fully equipped kitchen, living room and dining room, making it a great place for families or extended stays. The Carrington Pub & Grill offers a relaxed, inviting atmosphere for food and drink.
Top Rated Hotels in Door County, WI
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Takeaways
- Door County is a Wisconsin Peninsula.
- The resort area is within driving distance from Milwaukee and Chicago.
- There are hotels, lodges, B&B, resorts and campgrounds.
Did You Know?
Door County's cherry orchards produce tasty treats and wines.
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