Title: Pistakee Lake Estate w/ Boat Dock & Hot Tub! - 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 # Pistakee Lake Estate w/ Boat Dock & Hot Tub! Make waves at your own private lake getaway with boat launch access. Savor moments around the fire pit or indulge in day trips to Six Flags Great America. ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95110000/95105100/95105045/21387a6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95110000/95105100/95105045/0b96b53a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95110000/95105100/95105045/0ff06313.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![8 bedrooms, travel crib, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95110000/95105100/95105045/1d50c157.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95110000/95105100/95105045/3608f26b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this lakeside haven in Johnsburg, IL, where you can unwind by the water or make a splash with family and friends. With a spacious main house and guest house, this vacation rental offers ample room for everyone to spread out and enjoy the lakefront view. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 205000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Kitchen - Hot tub - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available ## 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. ### Pistakee Lake Estate w/ Boat Dock & Hot Tub! From roasting marshmallows over the fire pit to making a splash in the water, this lakefront vacation rental in Johnsburg, IL, is the perfect place to stay and play! With a 6-bed, 5-bath main house and a 2-bed, 1-bath guest house, this home has room for the whole family. Cruise up and down the shoreline with ease thanks to the property’s boat launch and boat dock, or add some extra adventure to the mix with day trips to Six Flags Great America and Chicago. Your lakeside getaway awaits! \-- THE PROPERTY -- Lakefront View | Pickleball Court | Dog Friendly w/ Fee | 5,000 Sq Ft Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Beds, Full Futon | Bedroom 5: Full Bed | Bedroom 6: 4 Twin Beds | Bedroom 7 (Guest House): Queen Bed | Bedroom 8 (Guest House): Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, 2 dining tables, eat-in kitchenette w/ breakfast bar, fireplace (decorative only), ceiling fans, board games, guest house w/ full kitchen OUTDOOR LIVING: Boat slip, boat launch, wood-burning fire pit (wood not provided), 2 gas grills (propane provided), 6-person hot tub, outdoor dining area, patio, private yard, balcony, enclosed porch, beach chairs, basketball court, volleyball, pickleball court KITCHEN: Stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, toaster oven, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, dishwasher, trash bags/paper towels GENERAL: Central heat & A/C, washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, 4 hair dryers, high chair FAQ: 5 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip) SUITABILITY: Stairs required for access, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor PARKING: Driveway (10 vehicles), RV/trailer parking allowed on-site \-- THE LOCATION -- THINGS TO DO: McHenry Outdoor Theater (2 miles), Volo Museum (5 miles), Six Flags Great America (16 miles) OPT OUTSIDE: Fox Lake (5 miles), Moraine Hills State Park (7 miles) CHICAGO (~54 miles): Little Italy, Fulton Market, Magnificent Mile, River North AIRPORT: Chicago O'Hare International Airport (41 miles) \-- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. \-- POLICIES -- \- No smoking \- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 2 max) \- No events, parties, or large gatherings \- Must be at least 25 years old to book \- Additional fees and taxes may apply \- Photo ID may be required upon check-in \- NOTE: Exterior steps are required to access the main house and the guest house \- NOTE: The fireplace is not available for guest use \- NOTE: The maximum boat size that the boat dock can accommodate is 24' \- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 5 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located above the front door of the main house facing out, 1 camera is above the back door of the main house facing out, 1 camera is above the garage facing out, 1 camera is on the front door of the guest house facing the front outdoor entry, and 1 camera is on the back door of the guest house facing the back outdoor entry. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces. They do not actively record video or sound while guests are in residence ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchenette - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 6 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Garden - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Motor boating 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 - Unit size: 5,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93204000/93203903/23461605.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier Johnsburg - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=93203903&PinnedHotelID=93203903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32440000/32431600/32431523/7cde028c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 🌲☀️Private Lakefront prop. 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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 495176 ## About the area Located in McHenry, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Hunter Country Club and Parrot's Cove Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Moraine Hills State Park and Glacial Park Conservation Area. Traveling with kids? Consider Volo Bog State Natural Area and Jet Funn. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating. [Visit our McHenry travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/McHenry.dx55158) [View more Vacation homes in McHenry](https://www.expedia.ca/McHenry-Private-Vacation-Homes.d55158-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C42.36586%2C-88.21732&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lTO9q4mDdFr18Trlw1HLpXpX_kk=) Johnsburg, IL ### What's nearby - Jet Funn - 10 min drive - 9.9 km - Petersen Park Beach - 11 min drive - 8.5 km - Volo Auto Museum - 11 min drive - 8.5 km - Chain 'O Lakes State Park - 15 min drive - 16.2 km - Six Flags Great America - 31 min drive - 32.3 km ### Getting around - Fox Lake Engleside Station - 8 min drive - Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 50 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Halftime Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive - ‪VFW Post 4600 - ‬8 min drive - ‪Riverside Chocolate Factory - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pistakee Lake Estate w/ Boat Dock & Hot Tub! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pistakee Lake Estate w/ Boat Dock & Hot Tub!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pistakee Lake Estate w/ Boat Dock & Hot Tub!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pistakee Lake Estate w/ Boat Dock & Hot Tub! located? > This family-friendly McHenry vacation home is located on the waterfront, 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Volo Bog State Natural Area, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Jet Funn and Petersen Park Beach. Stades Farm & Market and Moraine Hills State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pistakee Lake Estate w/ Boat Dock & Hot Tub! Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard W. Apr 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to visit I enjoyed my stay very much I would love to visit again any nice host ##### Richard W. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### richard b. Sep 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Great place ##### richard b. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Steve C. Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Johnsburg Lakehouse Enjoyed our stay with all the various activities provided. Volleyball, basketball, ping pong, etc. Dissappointed that the dock was not up. We had a boat reserved due to advertising the dock and would hope to be compensated in some way for the false advertising. ##### Steve C. 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