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

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Terrace/patio
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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

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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 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 69 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Thomas K.

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

Enjoyed our stay.

Clean with very nice view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

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

Family weekend

Getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer c.

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

Family boat trip

We were able to bring our boat and dock at the house which was a big plus!! Clean home and dog friendly again something that we needed. Nice grill we used during our stay and plenty of games to play at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

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

Adeline C.

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

Lakeside Dream!

We loved our stay at Cora Cottage. Everything was so beautifully decorated and clean. My husband and I appreciated all the small touches that welcomed us during our stay. We will definitely be coming back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adel F.

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

Lake side

Quaint and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Mr

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice G.

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

Exceeded expectations!

Beautiful, updated and spotless home with ever amenity you could need. A large deck on top and covered patio below to relax and watch the boats. Deck by the water was perfect place to watch the sunset. We stayed a week and wished it were longer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sal s.

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

Excellent rental

Everything about this rental was perfect. Great set up, amenities, and location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

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Hosted by Todd and Maria Metzler

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