We're grateful for so very much this year.

As the leaves settle, the county quiets, and another Door County season winds down, we find ourselves pausing, grateful, reflective, and filled with appreciation for the people and moments that made this year special. Olson Cottages has always been about more than a place to stay. It’s about connection: to family, to tradition, to Door County, and to the simple joys that make time in Northeastern Wisconsin unforgettable.
Here’s what we’re most thankful for this year.

Our Wonderful Guests—New and Returning
Whether you’ve stayed with us for decades or found us for the first time this year, you’re the heart of Olson Cottages.
We are endlessly grateful for:

• Families who return decade after decade and make our cottages part of their summer traditions
• Couples who find peace in morning coffee or evening wine by the water
• Adventurers who fill the days with biking, kayaking, or simply exploring what makes Door County magical
• Guests who spend their time relaxing on the beach and braving Lake Michigan temperatures.

Your stories, memories, and photos remind us why we love sharing this little corner of Door County.

The Beauty of Door County Through Every Season
This year gave us:

• Golden sunsets that painted the bay in impossible colors
• Spring blossoms along country roads
• Crisp fall mornings perfect for sweater weather
• Snow-dusted trees that turn the Peninsula into a postcard

Living here, and sharing this place with you never stops feeling like a gift.

The Power of Quiet Moments
We’re thankful for the small things that make a Door County getaway special:

• Deck conversations that last late into the evening
• Bonfires with crackling logs and a sky full of stars
• Kids discovering the magic of nature
• Board games after a long day of exploring
• The simple joy of slowing down

These moments remind us that the best memories are often the simplest ones.

Family Traditions That Grow Stronger Each Year
Olson Cottages is built on generations of family, heritage, and Door County roots.
This year, we were reminded again how important it is to:

• Preserve the history of this place
• Maintain the character of each cottage
• Keep traditions alive while welcoming new faces
• Pass along stories from one generation to the next

We’re grateful that so many of our guests share their own family traditions with us.
And we’re grateful for our own family, now in its 6th generation, welcoming Sophia Roselyn this past June who joins Josie and Braxton in the latest generation of our family.

The Chance to Keep Improving Your Stay
From small upgrades to future plans, we’re thankful for the opportunity to continue evolving Olson Cottages. Every suggestion, kind note, or shared experience helps us improve:

• Better outdoor spaces
• Cozier interiors
• Touches that make your cottage feel like it’s been in your family for generations – and many times it has!

We’re committed to making each visit better than the last.

And, We’re Thankful for Community
Door County is special not only for its natural beauty, but for the people who call it home.
We’re grateful for:

• Those people and business in our community who lend support to Olson Cottages, especially Annette Schleicher Larson who keeps the cottages looking their absolute best!
• Local farmers, fishermen, and artisans
• Small business owners and neighbors
• The many events and festivals that bring the community together
• The shared pride in preserving the character of the Peninsula

We’re proud to be part of this community and grateful you get to experience it with us.

Thank You for Being Part of Our Story
As we look ahead to a new season, we’re filled with gratitude for the memories made this year, and the ones still to come. From our family to yours, thank you for making Olson Cottages a part of your Door County tradition.
We can’t wait to welcome you back next season.

​With gratitude and our best wishes for a very happy Thanksgiving,
The Olson Cottages Family