Welcome To My Door County Blog

Door County, Wisconsin has a rich and storied relationship with cherries that spans over a century. The peninsula’s unique climate and geography created ideal conditions for cherry cultivation, transforming the region into one of America’s premier cherry-producing areas. Early Beginnings The commercial cherry industry in Door County began in the late 1800s when the first orchards were planted. The peninsula’s location between Green Bay and Lake Michigan creates a microclimate...Read More

Albert Zahn (1864-1953) stands as one of Wisconsin’s most distinctive folk artists, creating a remarkable legacy in the small community of Baileys Harbor on the Door County peninsula. Often called the “Bird Man,” Zahn transformed his homestead into a living art installation that captivated visitors and eventually earned him recognition in the canon of American folk art. Born in Germany in 1864, Albert Zahn immigrated to the United States in...Read More

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be...Read More

Welcome all to my new website. I have been working hard to bring you a new, modern and responsive that will make it much more convenient for you to see and learn about my beautiful homes. You will now be able to view my availability and book directly online. As will always be the case, you will never pay a booking fee on my website. Further, the prices you you...Read More