Title: The Cozy Lake House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=100160800&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Cozy Lake House Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for The Cozy Lake House ![Smart TV, video games, table tennis, stereo - The Cozy Lake House (Wonder Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100170000/100160800/100160800/ff9a0912.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Cozy Lake House (Wonder Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100170000/100160800/100160800/8b4c0250.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Cozy Lake House (Wonder Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100170000/100160800/100160800/9c7f8d34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Cozy Lake House (Wonder Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100170000/100160800/100160800/bb3896af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Cozy Lake House (Wonder Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100170000/100160800/100160800/a59889d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on the lake's edge, Lakeside Living offers a serene retreat. Enjoy sunset views from the balcony or cozy up inside with high-speed internet and a fully-stocked kitchen. With plenty of space for guests or small families, this quaint yet spacious lake house is perfect for relaxation or remote work. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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 Cozy Lake House Welcome to Lakeside Living! This sunset-view lake house is the ultimate place to relax and unwind or work from home with our super fast high-speed internet. It is quaint but large enough to accommodate several guests or 1-2 small families. The kitchen comes fully stocked with brand new pots and pans, plates, and utensils. The property is lake front and an excellent spot for fishing or just grilling on the balcony. The house sits up high and there are quite a few stairs-see photos. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Table tennis - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Comprehensive recycling policy - Garden - Unit size: 2,500 square feet - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian dining options - Water dispenser - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100200000/100191200/100191160/df4bf209.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Minutes to Downtown Saint Charles, Cozy/Chic Home St. Charles - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.6 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=100191160&PinnedHotelID=100191160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64570000/64566600/64566569/f5110e41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chain O' Lakes Waterfront Getaway Home Fox Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=64566569&PinnedHotelID=64566569&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113610000/113609000/113608981/250ee085_edited_af6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 4-bedroom house in Lake Zurich w/ indoor fireplace and private backyard Lake Zurich - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=113608981&PinnedHotelID=113608981&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83430000/83422700/83422652/c2c05520.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chain O' Lakes life...serene bay w/ private beach access. 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I can donate to the next guests or cleaners. Please don’t leave glitter, confetti, or food on the floor. Place all towels in the laundry room. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## 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%7C42.40076%2C-88.34405&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XCp1KyiY03R1cIIiEjeV9cMVDWg=) Wonder Lake, IL #### What's nearby - Glacial Park Conservation Area \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Six Flags Great America \- 40 min drive \- 46.8 km - Naval Base Great Lakes \- 42 min drive \- 53.6 km - Schaumburg Convention Center \- 52 min drive \- 68.8 km - Woodfield Mall \- 54 min drive \- 70.2 km #### Getting around - McHenry Station - 14 min drive - Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 63 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪TRIO - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive - ‪Rusty Nail - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cubby Cafe - ‬13 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Cozy Lake House pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Cozy Lake House ? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Cozy Lake House ? ### What time is check-out at The Cozy Lake House ? ### Where is The Cozy Lake House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Cozy Lake House Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ilana R. Aug 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great stay, great location! Steve was very responsive and helpful. ##### Ilana R. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim C. Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Awesome. Steve was wonderful and helpful. We paid him a fair price to take us out on the lake with his pontoon boat. He lives nearby and was there if there were any problems.Highly recommend! ##### Jim C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keeley S. Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A group of high school friends gathered for a mini reunion at the cozy lake house. It was a great location with three areas to sit and reminisce - the living room is cozy, the deck off the house is a great place to watch the sunset, and the fire pit area is private and peaceful right by the water. The kitchen was well stocked and they have every kind of coffee maker you can imagine. Steve, the owner, dropped off donuts one morning! We had a wonderful time. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/085c6112-d6ff-404b-b28e-1721d6620172-1757276377827.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7147654a-97e6-4599-86f6-7c4ddf1fc265-1757276377321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Keeley S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Calvin K. Jul 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Stay in Wonder Lake! Our group of 9 truly had the best weekend at Steve’s VRBO on Wonder Lake. The check-in/out was super smooth, the house was everything we could ask for, and Steve was incredibly accommodative as a host. We celebrated a birthday and engagement on the property and enjoyed time on Steve’s boat. All around A+ and can’t wait to return! ##### Calvin K. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul J. Dec 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### One of the best experiences and best hosts! The place was amazing and hosts Steve and Emily were great. My significant other and I will make this our first choice anytime we are in town. The layout was perfect with plenty of space. And we loved waking up to the beautiful view over the lake. If you book your stay, you’ll be glad you did! ##### Paul J. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don B. Apr 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### relaxing retreat The house was very cozy. Lots of activity in the morning with all the species of birds around the lake. Enjoyed cups of coffee watching. Gathering with family, visiting, playing cards, games and site seeing was very nice and the space was great for everyone. We all enjoyed it. ##### Don B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandra C. Apr 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful vacation at Wonder Lake. Our little Easter getaway at The Cozy Lake House was a memorable one for our family. It was the first holiday we got to spend with my brother in over 5 years since joining the military. The check in process was incredibly easy and straight forward. The house was extremely clean and the view of the lake house was breathtaking! The property is very well kept and came with all the amenities that we needed and were able to enjoy being outside. All the rooms were comfortable and very well kept. You can tell that Steve and Emily put a lot of thought into this home so families can enjoy. They have fun games to play, and even a karaoke machine! Steve and Emily were so kind to even hide Easter eggs around the house for our little ones. Out of all the places I have stayed I have never had such a thoughtful hosts. Our youngest forgot his tablet and Steve was kind enough to ship it back to us immediately! I highly recommend anyone to stay at The Cozy Lake House! Thank you so much Steve and Emily for allowing our family to have a wonderful memories in your amazing home! ##### Alexandra C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Brandie L. Jul 22, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness ##### Brandie L. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice S. Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### First extended Family Vacation ##### Janice S. 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