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Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier.

Beautiful views from this direct water/lakefront home on Fox Lake. This house sits high up on the lake with unmatched views of the Chain O'Lakes. Access on the property to water and boat pier. Large double deck directly on the property and lake. Boating, swimming, beach, jet skiing, kayaking, canoeing, and more. Newly remodeled. Large screened in porch and newly paved driveway. White kitchen with stainless steel appliances. 2 bedrooms and a pull out couch in the downstairs living area. 1 1/2 bathrooms. Upstairs and downstairs TV's with wi-fi. 2 fireplaces in both levels. Large built in bar with games and dart board. Washer/dryer. Large deck overlooking Fox Lake with furniture and grill. Downstairs patio overlooking Fox Lake. Large double tiered deck located lakeside. Close to downtown Fox Lake, trains, restaurants, and shopping and more. Nearby beaches, marinas, Blarney's Island, Volo Auto Museum, roller skating , movie theater, horseback riding, farmers market, pumpkin patches, apple picking, walking trails, nearby parks and nature areas, and more. Winter time adds snowmobiling, tubing, and skiing at nearby Wilmont Mountain Ski Resort. Lake Geneva is a 30 minute drive. Rent a boat or bring your own. Launch is closeby. Tie up to our 40 ft. private pier on the property.
The house also has outdoor security cameras at the front door as well as back lower door and back outdoor walkway to provide added protection as well as to check for arrivals and departures for housekeeping and maintenance services. While these cameras do add "security" please note that they are only outdoors and NOT monitored.

Property manager

Todd and Maria Metzler
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Additional pet fee is required.
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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
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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Fox Lake

Located in Fox Lake, this cottage is on the waterfront. Volo Auto Museum and PM&L Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Parrot's Cove Marina and Hunter Country Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Six Flags Great America and Jet Funn. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fox Lake, IL

What's nearby

  • Jet Funn - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Chain 'O Lakes State Park - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Volo Auto Museum - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Gurnee Mills - 23 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 27 min drive - 25.0 km

Getting around

  • Fox Lake Station - 16 min walk
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Antioch Pizza Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Quarters - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier. located?

This family-friendly Fox Lake cottage is located on the waterfront, 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Jet Funn, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Volo Bog State Natural Area and Chain 'O Lakes State Park. Spring Grove Fen Nature Preserve and Turner Lake Fen Nature Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km). Fox Lake Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sabina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cottage
What a cute, quaint cottage w/ a beautiful view. Property managers were great and place was very clean. I'd stay there again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

i D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this Lake House
wonderful experience from beginning to end
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
We stayed here while skiing in Wilmot. Easy drive there and back. Plenty of room upstairs and down stairs to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

fills P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful location!!
we went up for a family getaway and loved our stay!! the view is spectacular and the house was great. we will definitely be returning for future stays. Thank you Maria, you have a beautiful home in a prime location. the Carella’s
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Spotlessly clean. Great view of the lake and all of the ice fishermen. Perfect spot for the two of us. We will book again next time we are in town if available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Everything was as it was in the pictures. The place beautiful. The hosts responded in a timely manner when communicating. We would love to book again in the summer so we can enjoy the outdoors. We all had a wonderful time. summer so we camenjpthoutdoor
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and clean cottage on Fox Lake
Very nicely updated cottage on Fox Lake. We booked in December but this would be a great place during the summer. An amazing view over the lake.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Home!
We stayed here for New Year's Eve with our 2 teenagers. The house could not have been any more perfect. The 2 bedrooms fit us well and the kids liked the bunk beds. We hung out downstairs both nights to play games and watch TV. Loved the fireplace and darts! I would spend the mornings sitting in the chair by the windows and reading while enjoying the lake view. Each morning we had 3 bald eagles in the trees! The house had everything we needed and was very clean. Great communication with the host and close to good restaurants. While here we visited Wilmot Mountain to go snow tubing. It was only a 15 minute drive! Great place and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short getaway
Great place to get away for a short period of time.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roman I.

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful lakehouse
I needed a place to stay for work. Thus lake house was well done! Cute, cozy and great views. The hosts were excellent and responded when needed. I will definitely be staying again when Im in the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Living our best life on the lake...
Our dream is to one day own a home near a lake. We got a taste of it and definitely would like more of it. Cora Cottage on Fox Lake is just magical and magnificent. The moment we stepped in, we were mesmerized by the view and sounds of the water. In the house itself, you'll find yourself saying that it feels like home; clean, beautiful, and wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zenah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fox Lake Stay
The location was absolutely beautiful, and the property was clean and well-maintained. The host was very responsive, making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Analee J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
Nice clean home with a great view. It was wonderful to have laundry on site. And the house had everything we needed from towels to cooking supplies to water, coffee and snacks. And the water pressure and mattresses were great! We slept so well! The neighborhood was nice and quiet. I do think it could be a little cuter. But they are working on it. There is a brand new park area that’s beautiful and a great nearby place to rent any boat you might want.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Relaxing
We loved we could dock our boat right on this property. Maria, the host made sure we had the extras I forgot, like coffe/tea/sugar/honey/creamer/etc. She also left snacks for adults/fur babies!! This home is very well cared for does not look like a rental that would allow your fur baby, so glad we found it!! We’ll definitely be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great week
Very nice all around! And the lakes are great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
The whole family loved our stay. The two decks down by the lake were so relaxing. There was an upper deck attached to the house and a deck just underneath. We spent time on both of them. The downstairs was so nice with a bar and games for the children. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect birthday getaway
Awesome property to unwind and take in the scenic views of the lake! All amenities are covered and then some. Great time and already looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monika L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cottage with beautiful view of the lake
My family and I enjoyed our short stay in Cora Cottage. The view from the porches is beautiful, the beds are comfortable, and there are a couple of nice dinner spots in walking distance. We would definitely stay there again when the occasion arises.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adair E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Very clean and cozy lake house
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cora Cottage
Lovely little cottage that has been lovingly rehabbed. Online pictures are completely accurate. Celebrated by father’s 80th birthday there and it was a hit. We were able to fish right off the pier and were consistently getting bites and catching small fish like bluegill and perch. The one drawback is that the walk from the house could be treacherous for some as it is quite steep. Overall, great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View by the Lake
Girls get together! We all
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

About the host

Hosted by Todd and Maria Metzler

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Languages:

English

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