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SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit

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We have a firepit right on the lake that can be used year round!
Living room has amazing lake views and wood burning fireplace for cozy nights
AMAZING views of Lake Nippersink. Our deck stays shaded most of the day!
Snow and ski sports
Our game room will keep guests busy

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Fox Lake, IL
  • Jet Funn
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Chain 'O Lakes State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Volo Auto Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Waukegan, IL (UGN-Waukegan Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Bathroom

Toilet

2nd Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit

EPIC June 29th fireworks show night still available! Best views on the entire chain o’ lakes! Welcome to the Howard House. A hidden gem situated centrally on the waterfront of beautiful Nippersink Lake, part of the Fox Chain, just an hour outside of Chicago. This spacious and stylish retreat is located on a hill with ultimate views of the lake and amazing sunsets. Located very close to downtown Fox Lake and the Metra train stop. With over 60 ft of lake frontage, a private dock, fire pit and swimming area, you'll never want to leave! Some of the best fishing in IL!

GUEST ACCESS/AMENITIES
2 block walk to both El Puerto and Fam's on the Chain restaurants
13 minutes to Volo Auto Museum (must visit) and Dinosaur Park
15 minutes to Wilmot mountain ski area and snow tubing!
15 ninutes to McHenry Drive-In Theater.Open kitchen / living / dining room
Fully equipped kitchen
Two refrigerators
High Speed WiFi
Game room with bumper pool/poker table
Washer / Dryer
Two fireplaces
Dual zoned heating and cooling
Wrap around deck with seating for everyone
Propane Grill
Dock with room for one boat or 2 jet skis
Swimming area
Fire pit right on the water with seating
Pack N Play
Mobile baby gate
Toys
3 TVs with Roku

Check out more about the Howard House on IG: @howardhousefoxchain

Note: No bachelor/bachelorette or parties permitted. We are in a residential neighborhood and want to respect our neighbors. Kindly, but strictly enforced. :).

Property manager

Jennifer Dickson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours from 10pm-7am

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Fox Lake

Located in Fox Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chain 'O Lakes State Park and Glacial Park Conservation Area, while Volo Auto Museum and PM&L Theatre are cultural highlights. Jet Funn and Volo Bog State Natural Area are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Fox Lake, IL

What's nearby

  • Jet Funn - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Chain 'O Lakes State Park - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Volo Auto Museum - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Gurnee Mills - 24 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 28 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Fox Lake Station - 3 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Antioch Pizza Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Quarters - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Jet Funn and within 6 miles (10 km) of Chain 'O Lakes State Park and Spring Grove Fen Nature Preserve. Turner Lake Fen Nature Preserve and Thomas Memorial County Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Fox Lake Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girl’s Weekend
Perfect house for a girl’s weekend. There were 11 of us and we all fit comfortably!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property with lots of room for a big family gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
The house is set up perfectly for a group or multiple families. The hosts were easy to get in touch with and so accommodating. Quiet location right on the water. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Barb F.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Needs TLC
This house was spacious. Unfortunately, the kitchen was not clean. Bed sheets were stained. Not sufficient silverware or towels. Highlights of our stay in Fox Lake were Jet Funn and the Volo Museum.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible home, incredible stay!
We booked this home for a long weekend for our book club. Honestly, we are all counting down the days until we have an excuse to do it again! The house is beautiful, well cared for and the hosts were super responsive. The layout is great for multiple couples, offering nice sized bedrooms and multiple full bathrooms. The fire pit on the water was a fan favorite as well, a perfect setting for sunset views. We can’t say enough about our experience and will definitely be returning yearly!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property offers panoramic views of a beautiful lake, and the fireplace was so cozy! We loved the wide open floor plan and the multiple areas for entertaining each other. We celebrated my mother’s 93rd birthday there. There were plenty to do for every age group. The host was also very responsive whenever we had questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, host and location
We had a great time. Communication was great. Short walk to el puerto for a dinner. Will try to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and lots of room
We had a family reunion and found all we needed. We were able to cook meals at the house. The small kids loved playing in the leaves and we really enjoyed the view!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kye L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Fun, Relaxing Location
This was perfect for the weekend my friends and I needed! The sleeping options worked out great, the view makes you feel peaceful, and it was the ideal accommodations for a few friends wanting a weekend away! Everything was just as advertised, if not much more pleasant in person!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dimitar A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for jetskiing
Excellent view nice location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacation
Great place. Very clean and spacious. Everyone had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent weekend
Everything went well with this property . The hosts were very receptive and easy to reach and communicate with. All went well would come back here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nadine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious
Location was ideal for our gathering. Wish I had requested slightly later checkout as we had to rush through breakfast and cleanup to be out promptly at 10. Next stay Ill remember to request in advance. Otherwise it was a beautiful and spacious location. We loved the fire pit for our smores!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A good place to relax
A wonderful house for a vacation with friends. We had a great time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice home with plenty of room
This house was great for a big group in from out of town for a wedding. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to anybody looking for a nice house for a big group.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakeside retreat
Very nice place, lots of room, spacious living room, great deck for sunsets and relaxing. Kitchen was large and easy to cook in. Lots of bedrooms, all with comfy beds,
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Weekend Getaway
We stayed here with 10 friends for a winter getaway from Chicago to go snow tubing at Wilmont mountain - the house and everything about our experience was perfect! Only about 15 mins away from Wilmont mountain and very close to the Fox Lake metra station. The house was very clean and had plenty of space and towels for all of us. The fireplaces made a chilly January weekend feel comfortable and warm. We would definitely stay here again and would love to visit in the summer! The house is right on the lake and has lots of outdoor space. Thanks again Ross and Jen!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Susan S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Family Stay for Navy Graduation
We were surprised to find that there were dirty dishes in the cabinets, very few pots and pans, and that some of the beds(bunk beds) did not have bedding. We could not find additional blankets or towels. We had 10guests and there was not enough supplies. When we tried to use the washer there was already dirty linens inside. The day before we left our Sailor wanted to use the jet tub, only to find that before he could get it filled it began leaking in the kitchen. The view and water are great, if this is all you want. The house was not overly clean and there was dirt on the walls. This is not the overall experience we expected to celebrate our son graduating boot camp.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie H., New London, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views and location
House was great! Loved the sunsets and views from the living room and master bedroom. Also thought the queen/twin bed room was adorable! Perfect fit for our kiddos!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Angela R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home on the water
Overall a good experience
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place for a large group
This place was just perfect for our large family. Plenty of space for everyone to spread out inside and out. The kitchen is large enough that you can cook big meals. The lake area is nice for swimming and the boat ramp isn't too far away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Saralyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with amazing views!
Everything about this property is beautiful! The moment we stepped in the first thing we noticed was how clean it was! Second was the beautiful view of the lake from the living room. It was the perfect size for all us girls to have room to ourselves. We rented a pontoon and it was so simple to load it up and explore the lake. We had a blast and enjoyed our relaxing weekend away! Thank you for such a great property and making the process so simple!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Trudi A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall Good, but could upgrade a couple of services
The cleaning service the day we arrived was not finished by 4:00PM check-in time and we all had to wait in cars for 35 minutes until she (one person) was finished cleaning. The outdoor deck space, chairs and tables had not been cleaned for a long time as we had to spend at least 30 minutes cleaning it ourselves. We did find leaf blower which help clean the deck of lots of debris and leaves. I also think that the refrigerator should be cleaned out of all condiments between guests. Left over food items were not welcomed and took up a lot of space we could have used. The master bedroom TV did not work and one of our guests had to use his own Firestick to get any reception on that TV. The floors were vacumned, but not washed as everyone's feet were filthy after the first 30 minutes of being their. Guests were all used to taking off their shoes indoors to help keep floors clean. A little more attention to detail would have been appreciated. The owners are lovely and I hope they will take these comments, not at criticism but items that would help enhance guests stay!

10/10 Excellent

Amy C., Chicago, US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Peaceful getaway with beautiful views and nice sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

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