Title: Beautiful lake house tucked away in quiet neighborhood - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Beautiful lake house tucked away in quiet neighborhood Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78460000/78458700/78458616/c130aeb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78460000/78458700/78458616/0effd7ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78460000/78458700/78458616/683941ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78460000/78458700/78458616/c44fef42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78460000/78458700/78458616/5555b0f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, this 2 bedroom home on the lake offers serene views and peaceful living. Each morning, start with coffee on the deck and wake up to birds chirping. With its proximity to Chicago yet tranquil surroundings, this retreat is perfect for long term stays. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Kitchen - 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. ### Beautiful lake house tucked away in quiet neighborhood Long term living on the lake! This beautiful 2 bedroom 1.5 bathroom home right on the lake is perfect for your long term stay. Wake up each morning with coffee on the deck listening to the birds chirping. Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood right off rt 176, not too far from Chicago but far enough to feel like you’re on a vacation. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a village - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Kayaking 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96070000/96068200/96068126/44524200.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Adorable "Blue Breeze"! 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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 ## 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%7C42.27800%2C-88.19839&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0llG4i3OAL75f80LjMxKDDsdxH4=) Island Lake, IL #### What's nearby - Fox River Preserve - 5 min drive - 5.7 km - Moraine Hills State Park - 6 min drive - 6.0 km - Wauconda Village Hall - 7 min drive - 6.4 km - Cook Memorial Park - 7 min drive - 6.1 km - Volo Auto Museum - 10 min drive - 8.8 km #### Getting around - Crystal Lake Station - 13 min drive - Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Broken Oar Marina-Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Sideouts Sports Tavern & 3D Bowl - ‬17 min walk - ‪Culver's - ‬18 min walk - ‪Riverside Pub - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful lake house tucked away in quiet neighborhood pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful lake house tucked away in quiet neighborhood? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful lake house tucked away in quiet neighborhood? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful lake house tucked away in quiet neighborhood located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Moraine Hills State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fox River Preserve and Wauconda Village Hall. Cook Memorial Park and McHenry Shores Beach Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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