Title: The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes ![TV, fireplace, foosball, books - The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes (Fox Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120540000/120533100/120533078/4a6f6497.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes (Fox Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120540000/120533100/120533078/9da0531f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Game room - The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes (Fox Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120540000/120533100/120533078/c0bdb794.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes (Fox Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120540000/120533100/120533078/ac4f578c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, foosball, books - The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes (Fox Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120540000/120533100/120533078/798fe6ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Golfing on site, a water park, and a firepit are just a few of the amenities provided at The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like kayaking and boating at this vacation home. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes Discover the most luxurious vacation rental in Fox Lake, IL — a stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom lakefront home on beautiful and historic Mineola Bay. Recently remodeled with no expense spared, every room features high-end finishes, designer touches, and modern elegance that set it far above the competition. Floor-to-ceiling patio doors and expansive windows flood the space with natural light and offer breathtaking panoramic views of the bay. Step outside to enjoy the tranquil waterfront. Located just minutes from downtown Fox Lake, you’ll have quick access to dining, shopping, boating, and local attractions. Perfect for family getaways, couples’ retreats, or friends’ weekends, this home delivers the ultimate lake escape. The main level features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a private ensuite for the master bedroom. You’ll enjoy an open gourmet kitchen, a spacious dining area, and a luxurious, well-lit living room with panoramic lake views. Downstairs offers a bonus kids room with two twin beds, a children’s bathroom, a laundry room with washer and dryer, and an impressive adult entertainment space. Step outside to an expansive upper deck over the water with a natural gas grill, or relax on the brand-new stamped concrete lower patio with shaded seating. The backyard gently slopes down to the shoreline of the historic Mineola Bay, offering direct access to the water. Guests will have access to the entire lake home other than 1 room in the house, which is the cleaners and owners closet in the basement. The home is completely remodeled, but there is some more amenity improvements going in 2025-2026 such as: \-EV Car Charger Receptacle (Installed and Ready) \-Hardscape Patio and Firepit (Installed mid-October 2025) \-Kayak Rack and Kayaks (Spring 2026) \-New Retaining Wall and Pier System (Summer 2026) \-Hot Tub Install (Fall 2026) We will update listing when these amenities are completed and ready. 🌟 Top 15 Things to Do & Local Attractions (15 min or less) 🏖 Lakefront Park & Beach – Sandy beach, splash pad, playground, pickleball courts & summer events. 🌿 Volo Bog State Natural Area – Illinois’s only open-water quaking bog—hike, birdwatch, and enjoy nature. 🚗 Volo Museum – Vintage cars, pop culture exhibits & quirky Americana fun. 🎥 Classic Cinemas Fox Lake Theatre – Cozy neighborhood movie nights. 🥕 Fox Lake Farmers Market – Fresh produce & local crafts (Tuesdays, summer). 🎆 Celebrate Fox Lake Festival – 4th of July fireworks, live music & community fun. ✨ Festival of Lights – Magical holiday parade & downtown light displays. 🐟 Fishing on Mineola Bay – Largemouth bass, northern pike & walleye hot spots. 🏛 Historic Mineola Hotel – 19th-century landmark & local history icon. 🎶 Friday Night Live – Live music & artisan vendors downtown. 🐎 Susanna Farms – Petting zoo, horse rides & seasonal events. 🌳 Chain O’Lakes State Park – Trails, picnic areas, and boat access. 🎬 McHenry Outdoor Theater – Old-school drive-in movies under the stars. 🚤 Boat Rentals & Water Fun 🛥 Chain O’Lakes Boat Rentals – Pontoons for groups & families. 🌊 Jet Funn Rentals – Deck boats, wave runners, & pontoons since 1989. 🚤 Spring Lake Marina – Pontoons, tritoons, tubing & ski gear. ⚓ Pistakee Marina – Daily pontoon rentals & seasonal slips. 📱 Boatsetter – Peer-to-peer rentals with or without captain. 📱 GetMyBoat – Jet skis, wake boats & pontoons 🍽 Top Lakeside Restaurants & Bars 🍔 Dockers Restaurant – Burgers, pizza & salads with waterfront deck seating. 🍕 Moretti’s – Chicago-style pizza & Italian classics with large outdoor patio. 🎶 Famous Freddie’s Roadhouse – Live music, great food & boat docking. 🌮 El Puerto Mexican Restaurant – Authentic Mexican with lake views. 🦞 Fairmont Shores – Seafood, burgers & sunset cocktails. ☕ Whistle Stop Cafe – Local breakfast favorite with fresh coffee & waffles. 🗓 Suggested Itineraries 🌞 Day of Lake Fun ☀ Morning: Grab breakfast at Whistle Stop Cafe. 🚤 Midday: Rent a pontoon from Spring Lake Marina & cruise Mineola Bay. 🍔 Lunch: Dock at Dockers Restaurant for waterside burgers. 🐟 Afternoon: Try fishing or swimming at Lakefront Park. 🎶 Evening: Catch live music at Famous Freddie’s. 🛶 Nature & Adventure Day ☀ Morning: Hike Volo Bog State Natural Area trails. 🥪 Lunch: Picnic at Chain O’Lakes State Park. 🚤 Afternoon: Paddleboard or kayak rental on the Fox River. 🍕 Dinner: Savor pizza & pasta at Moretti’s. 🎬 Evening: Drive over to McHenry Outdoor Theater for a movie under the stars. 🎡 Family Fun Day 🥞 Morning: Breakfast at Mijo’s or Whistle Stop Cafe. 🚗 Midday: Visit Volo Museum for interactive exhibits. 🍦 Snack: Ice cream stop at Dockside Ice Cream (seasonal). 🏖 Afternoon: Play at Lakefront Park & Beach. 🌮 Dinner: Enjoy El Puerto’s tacos & lake views. 🌅 Romantic Getaway ☕ Morning: Coffee on your deck watching the sunrise over Mineola Bay. 🌿 Daytime: Scenic hike at Chain O’Lakes State Park. 🛥 Afternoon: Private boat rental via Boatsetter. 🥂 Dinner: Candlelit sunset dinner at Bimbos. 🎆 Evening: Nightcap & music at Blarney Island (summer) Welcome to Fox Lake! Known as the Heart of the Chain O’ Lakes, this lively village is a favorite spot for boating, fishing, and making memories on the water. With 15 connected lakes and 45 miles of rivers, there’s always a new place to explore — whether you’re out on a boat, paddling a kayak, or enjoying the view from a lakeside restaurant. Fox Lake is located in Lake County, IL, a vibrant county nestled along 25 miles of shorline of Lake Michigan on its eastern border and the state of Wisconsin along its northern border. Lake County offers a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts, with nearly 31,000 acres to explore in 65 different forests preserves. There are 170 lakes in the County in whole, thus the name \`Lake County\`. This is a golfers paradise with 46 golf courses to enjoy. Lake County is a happening place with theme parks, water parks, a 2-mile long mall, dozens of historic downtown areas, and so much more. 🔑 Property Protection Rules \-No parties or events \-No unregistered guests — only the number of guests listed in the booking may stay overnight. \-No smoking or vaping inside the home. \-Do not move furniture — please keep everything in its place. \-Fireworks not allowed on the property. \-No open flames (candles, incense, etc.). \-Absolutely no adhesive or hanging on ceilings or walls. 🏡 Cleanliness & Care Rules \-Remove shoes inside \-Rinse off sand/dirt before entering \-Dispose of trash properly in designated bins. \-No eating or drinking in bedrooms. \-Use provided makeup remover wipes — avoid using towels for makeup. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Coin laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Boat - Foosball table - Golf - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59740000/59735200/59735129/f91a6ad9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful and spacious lakefront home! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 431610 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.39474%2C-88.16773&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=s0awD9dwEoHD1cgTMO0Hm2Alef4=) Fox Lake, IL #### What's nearby - Jet Funn \- 3 min drive \- 2.2 km - Gurnee Mills \- 19 min drive \- 23.4 km - Six Flags Great America \- 22 min drive \- 26.3 km - Naval Base Great Lakes \- 29 min drive \- 36.2 km - Schaumburg Convention Center \- 41 min drive \- 53.1 km #### Getting around - Fox Lake Station - 17 min walk - Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive - ‪Antioch Pizza Shop - ‬2 min drive - ‪Whistle Stop Cafe - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes? ### What time is check-out at The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes? ### Where is The “Blue Sapphire” 3BR/3BA Luxury Lakefront Home on Mineola Bay | Stunning Views on Chain O Lakes located? ## Have a question? 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