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Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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McHenry, IL
  • Chain 'O Lakes State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Petersen Park Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Volo Auto Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

McHenry

Pistakee Highlands stay.Your stay at this Pistakee Highlands cottage places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Spring Grove Fen Nature Preserve and Jet Funn. Chain 'O Lakes State Park and Stades Farm & Market are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Jet Funn - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Chain 'O Lakes State Park - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Petersen Park Beach - 15 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Volo Auto Museum - 17 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Six Flags Great America - 35 min drive - 20.3 miles

Getting around

  • Fox Lake Station - 9 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Halftime Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Antioch Pizza Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports

Relax at this stunning lake house on Lake Pistakee. Enjoy this cozy house with a private lakefront view on a sleepy dead end street. This lake house underwent a full rehab in 2019. House features its own private dock right on the water and includes 2 free kayaks, 2 free paddle boards, and a free paddle boat to use. There is a lakefront fire pit (byow) and an outdoor grill (propane provided) free to use while you look out over the water. Lake Pistakee is on the Chain o Lakes which includes 14 connected lakes.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Water park
  • 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
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please close all windows
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please take off shoes inside
Long term parking is not allowed at the dock. Short term parking is allowed at the dock for pick up and drop offs.
Boat and jet skis are not available for use. Boat and jet skis are not available for rent.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Pack n Play available

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Lakefront Newly Renovated Peaceful Getaway Free Water Sports

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports to the airport?

This cottage is 26.7 mi (44-min drive) away from the Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports to the beach?

This cottage is 5.8 mi (13-min drive) from Petersen Park Beach and 11.7 mi (21-min drive) from Lake Miltmore Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Lucky Strike Gaming & Lounge (23-min drive) is nearby.

Is there free parking at Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports to downtown McHenry?

This cottage is 5 mi away from McHenry.