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Waterfront Fox Lake Vacation Rental w/ Fire Pit!

Entire cottage in Fox Lake, IL

4 guests·2 bedrooms·3 bathrooms
4.0 · 5 reviews

Property details

Situated right along the tranquil waters of Mineola Bay, this 2-bedroom, 1 full bath, 2 half-bath cottage boasts easy access to countless waterfront activities. Featuring a fire pit, 2 spacious decks, and 2 kayaks, this serene property is the perfect place for a nostalgic lake escape with plenty of outdoor adventures! When you're ready to cool off, head inside to enjoy some competition at the foosball table or snuggle up by the fire for a relaxing night at this charming home.

The space
Lake Views | Pet Friendly w/ Fee

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Twin Bunk Bed, Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle | Bonus Room: Queen Murphy Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Fire pit (wood provided), 2 back decks, several seating areas w/ umbrella, gas grill, Adirondack chairs, pier, basketball hoop, tetherball, cornhole, 2 kayaks, dock
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, cooking basics, coffee maker, blender, toaster, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV on projector screen, wood-burning fireplace, multiple living areas, wet bar (lower level) w/ walkout to deck, dining table, poker table, play area, foosball table, bumper pool table, board games
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens, towels, washer & dryer, central air conditioning & heating, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/board, keyless entry
FAQ: 4 steps to enter, bedroom & bathroom on main floor, 3 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip), boat lift not for guest use
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), RV parking available

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via keyless entry

Other things to note
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires 5 steps to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located next to the front door facing the driveway, camera 2 is on the back patio facing the lake and backyard, and camera 3 is on the back deck facing the lake and the walkway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and audio when activated by motion
- NOTE: The boat lift is not available for guest use. Guest are welcome to use the dock for walking, sitting, standing, fishing, or swimming, but may not bring a boat

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 single Beds

Common space

1 queen Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Indoor fireplace

    Indoor fireplace

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

Guest reviews

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Hope

Cozy Lake House

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August 2023

We definitely enjoyed our stay at this lovely lake house. There were plenty of games and activities to keep my teenage sons occupied. Beautify views.

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Karen

All Around Wonderful!!

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August 2023

This cozy cabin is just that! Relaxing from sun up to sun down. Beautiful views from the decks along with the tranquil surroundings made this the perfect place to recharge! Our hosts were responsive to any questions, which were few. We will be back! Loved every minute!

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Jennifer

Absolutely Amazing

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July 2023

The house was amazing a lot of space. Love the deck, yard was amazing, lake absolutely beautiful!!! I would definitely stay again hopefully next year!! You won't be disappointed!

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monica soltis

Awful experience

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July 2023

The owner of this place has cameras everywhere. He was watching us the entire time. It was not relaxing. I understand cameras but cameras with audio is just creepy. He harassed us over my 14 year old son having 3 friends come over to watch a boxing fight. They were not permanent guests, they were visitors. If I had read the fine print and seen cameras with audio I would never have stayed here. He claimed the cameras alerted him to the extra visitors but that is impossible he was clearly watching us the whole time. I paid extra money to rent the dock and yet I was not able to have extra visitors get on our own boat. He had the managing property email me and call me three times. Then he harassed me via text saying if I did not call him he would proceed with further action. After that I could not relax, I felt very uneasy staying the last day without my husband around so we left a day earlier. The air conditioner never got cool enough, the stairs to the outside are in shambles very unsafe for walking down and the room with bunks upstairs never got cool enough to use. The list of items on what to do at check out was miles long even though you pay a cleaning fee. This owner is clearly neurotic and should not rent out his property. This place is not worth the money!

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 3:00pm

Checkout: 11:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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