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A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a calm body of water. - Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports (McHenry)
A view through a window of a lake with two coniferous trees and a stone structure on the shore. - Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports (McHenry)
A living room with a black leather sofa, a matching armchair, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan. There are large windows providing a view of the outdoors. - Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports (McHenry)
A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a body of water and trees. - Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports (McHenry)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a microwave. - Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports (McHenry)
A firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports. Adventurous travelers may like the paddleboards and kayaking at this cottage. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

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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About the neighborhood

Located in Pistakee Highlands, a neighborhood in McHenry, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Regal Crystal Lake Showplace and Bull Valley Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Jet Funn and Volo Bog State Natural Area. Kenosha County Fairgrounds and Lake County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding. Visit our McHenry travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A marina with several boats docked and sailing on a calm lake under a partly cloudy sky.
    Geneva Lake
    30 min drive - 45.9 km
  • A roller coaster at an amusement park with autumn trees and a clear blue sky.
    Six Flags Great America
    32 min drive - 35.4 km
  • A city skyline with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water at dusk.
    Naval Base Great Lakes
    37 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Pistakee Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gurnee Mills
    28 min drive - 32.9 km

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
  • Taco Bell
    8 min drive
  • Halftime Bar & Grill
    5 min drive
  • Famous Freddie's Roadhouse
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports located?

Located in Pistakee Highlands, this cottage is steps from Pistakee Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Spring Grove Fen Nature Preserve and Jet Funn. Chain 'O Lakes State Park and Stades Farm & Market are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Lakefront, Newly Renovated, Tranquil Getaway, Free Water Sports Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeside house

We enjoyed our stay, loved sitting on deck enjoying view of lake and watching the boat traffic. House was as presented on site. Bed was comfortable and was great to view lake from the master bedroom especially neat to watch the sunrises over the lake.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time! Everything was just as described and perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Had everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean quiet updated

Perfect for little getaways clean quiet and well updated and decorated. All the amenities you can ever want or need. A+ on the extra activities such as board games TV internet and watersports. The location is on a quiet dead-end street and the front of the home is facing the lake. Not far from places like super Walmart if you need anything and pharmacy gas station etc. The lake is gorgeous at sunrise especially. The kids loved it. We loved it so much we will definitely be returning. Owners are great at communicating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two-week fishing trip

Thoroughly enjoyed this property, despite a couple of small things. There isn't sufficient dining inside for a large group (not clear from pictures) but it has a nice table outside. There was wind and rain that occasionally prevented us from using it. Also the ice maker didn't work so we had to buy ice. The owners were super responsive with all necessary communication.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy spot right on the lake

The inside is not big, but it is upgraded nicely and has everything you need. Lots of space outside and it's right on the water with a private dock. Chill neighbors on one side, and basically an empty lot on the other side. Definitely a cozy setup.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet loveliness in a pretty little house

My review might seem over the top because we had such a nice getaway and because the home was so recently renovated that we kept admiring how nice everything was. Staying there midweek meant we enjoyed almost total silence, day and night. We sat on the dock in the handy lightweight adirondack chairs and watched the ducks. My spouse took out a kayak for a spell. It was still our first day when we started scheming about how soon we could return. When a place is so tidy and so clean, you feel as relaxed as you can ever get. Shannon and Chris have created the perfect getaway--and answered every one of my messages within *minutes.*
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

Spent the weekend here celebrating our anniversary! Beautifully updated home. Perfect size!! Loved the house, the deck, the use of the dock. Neighbors were nice too! Owners were quick to reply with any questions I had prior to coming! Would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2020 Getaway

House is beautiful, very clean. Location is peaceful. My boys enjoyed being able to wake up and just go to the lake, we all enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boat. Neighbors are friendly. Landlords took care of everything. Very relaxing getaway. We definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Getaway

We had a very nice time at the lake. Well appointed and gracious owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty, well-appointed house in a nice location but watch the lake level

We would give this experience 5 stars except that the lake was at flood stage, lapping up onto the lawn, and there was a no-craft warning for the lake. So, we were unable to do some of the things we had looked forward to doing, and had less of the property to enjoy. We received a token discount.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

We had a great time at this wonderful property. Great location, exactly as described and what a view!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place - great view

Loved the place and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend!

Great property for a nice family vacation. It had all the amenities we could have hoped for and more. (Including black out blinds!! Big plus when you have kids.) We used the kayaks and fished off the pier. View of the lake was awesome. We thoroughly enjoyed it and will definitely be back again next summer. Thanks Shannon for making it such a great experience for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun on the lake

My family had a great time at this house. We loved access to the kayaks, paddle boards, and paddle boat. Lake was warm and not very deep near the house. Dock could use a ladder to make it easier for people to get in and out of the water, but we were able to help each other. Kitchen had plenty of supplies, and towels and linens were good quality. It was a perfect getaway for our family, and loved sitting in the Adirondack chairs looking out on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lake House

Very nice property. Great view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!!

We loved our visit here. The property is just as described. It was so quiet and calm when we visited and it was a very quiet neighborhood. The property was super clean and comfortable. We'd definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Weekend Getaway!

WOW! We were so delighted by our stay on Pistakee Lake. My gals and I decided to do a girls' weekend to support a friend who has had a pretty rough couple of months. This house is only about an hour from Chicago but an entire world away! IT WAS PERFECT. We spent our weekend drinking wine and chatting on the dock and paddleboarding on the gorgeous lake. I wish we had spent time around a fire in the firepit, as it was all set up and ready for us (THANK YOU!), but our dinners out went a little late. Although *I* wasn't up early enough to see it, one of my friends caught the breathtaking sunrise across the water. The house is beautifully updated, super clean, and full of everything we needed! Shannon was quick to respond to my messages, and the check-in/check-out stuff was SO EASY. I'd go back there in a heartbeat. Thanks, Shannon!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely setting

The deck & firepit adds great footage; the view & quiet setting is terrific.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer on the lake

House was very clean and nicely updates. Water sporting equipment was lots of fun. Water is very rough and choppy in this location on weekends but weekdays were great.