[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The River House/Stunning Riverfront/Scenic Views/Water Sports/Steps to Marina Riverfront vacation home with a water park and a sauna ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101770000/101765600/101765557/58f810aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101770000/101765600/101765557/w1242h829x0y0-67fbd140.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101770000/101765600/101765557/7a8160d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101770000/101765600/101765557/7eda66db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101770000/101765600/101765557/23ab8f3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The River House offers a warm and inviting interior with spacious bedrooms, beautifully finished dining room, impressive kitchen and breathtaking views from the living room through huge glass doors. Relax in comfort with the open floor plan, cozy fireplace or enjoy scenic views from the expansive two level deck with hot tub. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Hot tub - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Barbecue grill ## 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 River House/Stunning Riverfront/Scenic Views/Water Sports/Steps to Marina The River House is a stunning riverfront vacation rental on the serene shores of Fox River. This stylish home boasts spacious bedrooms, beautifully finished and decorated dining room, impressive kitchen and absolutely breath taking views from the living room through huge glass doors. Warm and inviting interior of the house gives a relaxing vibe. With open floor plan, living area features comfortable seating, large screen TV and a cozy fire place. The fully equipped kitchen has all essentials for your cooking and dining needs at the large table that can seat up to 8 guests. The bedrooms are spread out over both levels, with two bedrooms on the main floor and two on the second. They are beautifully furnished with high quality beddings. The bathrooms are very clean, feature a bathtub with a shower on the first floor, shower on the second and plenty of fluffy towels. The highlight of this waterfront house is the expansive two level new deck with hot tub where you can soak and relax, while enjoying scenic views. Deck area with luxury furniture is just perfect for having your morning coffee or evening cocktails. Stepping down you will find the convenient outdoor kitchen with barbeque, fridge as well as a stoned fire pit area surrounded by eight comfortable chairs (fire wood provided). The Waterfront Paradise is located in a family oriented area, allowing you to truly disconnect from daily hustle. However, it is still within minutes of Port Edward restaurant, local pubs, famous Old Town of Algonquin with gorgeous promenade and other attractions, stores and restaurants. There is also Fox 14 Marina within a few minutes walk from the house where you can rent a pontoon boat to cruise around, enjoy water fun and sunset with night sky perfect for stargazing. During the winter season one can go for an ice fishing on the smoothly frozen water. For travelling nurses- nearby hospitals \*Advocate Sherman \*Northwestern Medical Huntley \*Advocate Good Shepherd \* Talaga Medical \*Mercyhealth Hospital Nearby Restaurants \- Port Edward \-The Black Bear Bistro \- Cucina Bella \- Cattleman’s Burger and Brew \- Moretti’s \- Montarra \- Biaggi’s \- The Tap House Grill \- Bonefish Grill \- sushi places and cafes. Best Things to Do near Algonquin area Walking through Old Town of Algonquin district Fox 14 Marina Parks and trails/Towne Park/Cornish Park Three Oaks Recreation Area Raue Center for the Arts Lakeside Arts Park at Dole Mansion Crystal Lake Farmers’ Market Lippold Park Volo Auto Museum Illinois Railway Museum Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park North Wall Rock Climbing Gym AMC Lake in The Hills Bowlero Scorched Earth Brewing Company Kid\`s World and Cafe Village Vintner Winery & Brewery House Rules HOUSE RULES PLEASE- \* No more than 8 guests at any given time at the house. \*No smoking inside the house; no marihuana use on the premises, no illegal drugs use on the premises. \*No Pets \*No food or drinks on carpeted areas. \*Please keep the thermostat between 67-74 degrees. \*Please, prior your check out, load the dishwasher with all used dishes and start the cycle, set thermostat at 68. \*For any stay longer that 28 days, the guest is required to pay for a monthly cleaning service. \*Cleaning service available per request for additional fee. \* No electric cars charging. \*We value our relationship with our neighbors so no parties or events to be held by guests unless a small gathering approved by the host ahead of times. Additional fees including a cleaning fee may apply. \*\*\* Note that if you are bringing infants/babies, the house is NOT baby-proofed. Furniture is not secured to walls, outlets blockers are not included, cabinets/drawers are not locked, etc). Guests are solely responsible for the safety on their children.\*\*\* --THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING-- ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water park - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,700 square feet ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72540000/72538100/72538049/3b93f066.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HUGE Crystal Lake 7 Acre Ranch w/Pool & Hot Tub McHenry - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 41 reviews CA $648 CA $1,887 total includes taxes & fees Oct 21 - Oct 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=72538049&PinnedHotelID=72538049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78720000/78718200/78718198/50b911ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Main Event Game House on the Huntley Square! 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Please put all garbage in the outside bins, gather towels in a bathroom Please make sure door is securely locked, close all windows and turn all lights. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: House is not infant/baby proof ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## 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%7C42.17100%2C-88.28545&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oUWOgpTFPlJi4LAcCw5T-Fyu7Z4=) Algonquin, IL #### What's nearby - Algonquin Historic Village Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Algonquin Lakes Trailhead - 3 min drive - 2.5 km - Three Oaks Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 6.3 km - Santa's Village - 13 min drive - 12.2 km - NOW Arena - 19 min drive - 21.2 km #### Getting around - Cary Station - 8 min drive - Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk - ‪Donkey Inn Bar and Grill - ‬16 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive - ‪Port Edward Restaurant - ‬8 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The River House/Stunning Riverfront/Scenic Views/Water Sports/Steps to Marina pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The River House/Stunning Riverfront/Scenic Views/Water Sports/Steps to Marina? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The River House/Stunning Riverfront/Scenic Views/Water Sports/Steps to Marina? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The River House/Stunning Riverfront/Scenic Views/Water Sports/Steps to Marina located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Algonquin Historic Village Hall and within 3 mi (5 km) of Buffalo Park Forest Preserve and Algonquin Lakes Trailhead. Indian Trail Beach is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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