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#4 The Cozy Cottage

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View from the backyard. Private fire pit and deck built into the hill!
Fully fenced in yard
Private hot tub with lake views!
The fully fenced back yard with a hammock and wonderful views!
The deck that is built into the bluff overlooking the lake.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Fireplace
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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25621 W Hermann Ave, Antioch, IL, 60002
  • Chain 'O Lakes State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Volo Auto Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Six Flags Great America
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Waukegan, IL (UGN-Waukegan Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3/Spiral Staircase Upstairs

2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

#4 The Cozy Cottage

The Cozy Cottage sits atop the bluff overlooking Petite Lake. Full of cottage charm and gorgeous lake views, the cottage is just steps away from the beach. The comfortable living room provides plenty of seating for everyone to relax and enjoy after a long day in the lake. Three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a small but mighty kitchen are equipped with all the essentials for a getaway.

The fully-fenced backyard overlooking the lake has a fire pit, grill, backyard games, picnic tables and hammocks. The hot tub is inside a covered gazebo. In the winter, it has thicker panels and in the summer it has netting. After a long day in the lake, camp out in the backyard with s'mores and a bonfire! You can bring your own firewood or purchase on site.

The comfortable living room is just off the the dining area. With 3 floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors, the views of the lake are spectacular. This room has comfortable sofas and chairs that sit in front of a large flat-screen smart tv and electric fireplace. The French doors leading into this room can be closed and locked to create another private bedroom with a sleeper sofa, if desired.

We have a high-performance tritoon boat available for rental as well. Reach out for pricing and information, or visit our wesbite: TheCottagesOnPetiteLake.com/boat-rentals.

Things to note:
*This cottage was built in the 40s. It's a blend of old cottage charm and new amenities. The house was lovingly called the "Cozy Crooked Cottage" until it was leveled as much as possible. While the lower level is renewed and the house is safe, the upstairs is still a bit wonky, so be prepared!

*We are in nature. Expect spiders, webs, ants, bees, mosquitoes or other usual lake house critters. You'll see lots of chipmunks, squirrels and bunnies around and wake up to the birds chirping, too!

*This is a pet friendly cottage! There is a fee of $50/pet for up to two dogs. We do not allow cats.

*Please only bring friendly, well-behaved dogs as this is a resort and other people may be around. Dogs may not be left alone, especially outside, in common areas, or in the cottage. If left alone in the cottage, a crate is mandatory.

*Pets must be kept on a leash when outside and they are not allowed on the beach or in shared spaces, unless everyone in that space is okay with it. As much as we might love dogs, not everyone does. Please be considerate of those with allergies or fears.

*Pick up after your pet every single time. Poop bags provided!

*The beach is accessed by a large set of outdoor stairs- about 35. See photos for reference.

*There are security cameras on the parking lot, beach and piers for safety and rental boat purposes. No cameras are on/in any of the rental units or outdoor yard spaces.

*The pier is made up of floating docks and can be wobbly when the lake is busy. The lake is very busy on the weekends and more calm on weekdays.

*The price is on a sliding scale. The base price is aimed to make the cottage more affordable for single families. There is a $10/night fee for guests beyond 7 to cover additional laundry, supplies, etc. We provide plenty of towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, cleaning supplies, beach towels, coffee (standard and k-cups), and all the kitchen essentials.

*There is a filtered water pitcher in the fridge. We recommend that you bring ice!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Events are allowed if arranged with the hosts ahea
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Pets

Pets allowed
This cottage is dog friendly! $50 per dog.
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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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Events are allowed if arranged with the hosts ahea
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Antioch

Located in Antioch, this cottage is on the beach. PM&L Theatre and Antioch Ampitheater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Six Flags Great America and William E. Brook Entertainment Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tempel Lipizzans or Wilmot Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Antioch, IL

What's nearby

  • Jet Funn - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Chain 'O Lakes State Park - 15 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Volo Auto Museum - 20 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Gurnee Mills - 24 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 27 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Antioch Station - 11 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunset Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cuda's Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Captain's Quarters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lake's Pancake House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fairmont Shores - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is #4 The Cozy Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at #4 The Cozy Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #4 The Cozy Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #4 The Cozy Cottage located?

This Antioch cottage is on the beach, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Bluff Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Loon Lake and Lake Tranquility. Lake Antioch and Sun Lake Forest Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing lake house
It was fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary
The property was better than expected. The views were amazing. Could not have asked for a better way to spend our anniversart!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Keri J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovable quirky cottage
The property was just as shown on vrbo. It was clean and everything was in good working order. The main bedroom bed was comfortable and the upstairs was so cute! The notes about it being older and having some unevenness upstairs was helpful. Our only issue was the temperature on the first floor. It was a very cold weekend to note, but the first floor stayed quite chilly. We were there in January with highs in the single digits. More blankets downstairs would’ve been nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M., Rockton,Illinois,

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem of a property!
You really can’t ask for more when staying at the cottages on petite lake. They have created such a special atmosphere on their little slice of heaven. No lack of places to enjoy the beautiful lake. Fire pits plenty of yard and sun chairs on all the properties. Private beach with chairs and water toys to play with. We didn’t bring ours but they’re dog friendly and would be a great spot for a four legged friend as well. This was our first experience staying with David and Jessica at the cottages, but it will not be our last! Wish i could give them more then 5 stars, they deserve it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Lisa C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Your host

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Sandy feet. Boating. Bonfires. Fishing. Lazy summer days. Picnics. Simple and charming cottages. A return to the old school family vacation. A perfect retreat to escape the daily grind and a place to unwind with family or friends. This is our vision for The Cottages on Petite Lake.

On any given day, you’ll find David, his daughter Jessica or staff around the property restoring this quirky, charming cottage resort. Most were built in the early 1900s. Ten have been fixed up including the houseboat, a tiny house, the big lodge, and a yacht.

A labor of love, The Cottages on Petite Lake is the Chiesa family’s passion to serve the community by providing a retreat from the busy world we live in so guests can connect with themselves and each other while enjoying the outdoors.

Located on Petite Lake, this adorable house is on the Cottages on Petite Lake property with access to boats, swimming, fishing, and beautiful morning sunrises.

Each cottage has a private fire pit, propane grill (we provide the gas!), and outdoor sitting and dining space. We have firewood available for delivery (cash, Zelle or Venmo accepted) or you can bring your own!

We have kayaks, paddle boards, a floating picnic table, floats and beach toys available (free - first come first serve). There is also a picnic area and fun community feel! The beach is private to the cottages on the property.

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