NO PETS
Entire 2nd. floor. 1 block away from downtown, Fox River Riverwalk & Pokémon Gym.
Full stocked kitchen, books, games, toys & extra amenities to make your stay beyond relaxing.
4:20 allowed in backyard & not in view of under the age of 21. Private smoking area in front too.
Minutes away from 2 State Parks, 1 with free boat/kayak launch. Several marinas, boat rental, golf courses & huge variety of entertainment. Look at Bettye's Guidebook for more information & nearby entertainment.
The space
Built in 1905, second floor apartment built in the 1957, baseboard heating & window A/Cs. It’s a very comfortable, spacious & open living space. I have had no complaints about the comfort of the apartment. I might be old, not flashy gloss and stainless steal but a peaceful and serene to feel at home. Perfect location for exploring the town.
Through hard work I am the top 1% internationally on AirBnB. I accomplished that by striving for a 5 ⭐️ rating & to exceed customers expectations, giving them a WOW factor when they arrive. Great place to relax & unwind after a busy day touring or visiting nearby friends & relatives. I offer so many different amenities to ensure your stay is the best place you have ever been to.
Minutes drive to water, parks & beautiful walking, hiking trails. The Riverwalk is amazing & starts just across the park in front. Shopping from antiques, boutiques & a variety that offer new learning experiences like glass blowing, art studio, gun range, reptiles & rental of boats.
Hope you will enjoy your visit as much as I love living here. As many have already done so, I strive to want you to continue to come back & stay again to flavor all McHenry has to offer!
Guest access
Complete private access to the entire second floor apartment.
PLEASE NOTE: There is an outside camera on the entrance side, and the other 3 sides of the apartment for everyone’s security.
I strive to have on hand those little things one might forget too. Coffee, tea, creamers, cabinet full of snacks, breakfast foods such as oatmeal, granola bars & quick made foods like soup or noodles if your hungry after just arriving or a long day of touring. Toiletries, games, books, toys & up-to date magazines & 2 TVs to keep you either relaxed or entertained.
Veterans Park across the street with a gazebo, playground, picnic shelter, clean restrooms & a Pokemon Gym!
Fox River Walk, less than 2 blocks away, when fully completed & will start just on the other side of the park from us!
Minutes drive (walkable to 1) of the nearby Illinois State Parks to hike/bike through. McHenry Damn is a sight to see, busiest lock in the USA. Great fishing there too.
We allow full shared access to fully fenced back yard with propane fire-pit, grill with all accessories, outdoor door games, easy access to chairs cushions. We have our dog Bella who is a very loving, child friendly dog.
Give me a heads up if you use the backyard (smoking exception) so your privacy is ensured & undisturbed.
Your guests are always welcomed to visit while staying here. No need for permission.
Other things to note
No laundry on site but do provide a drying rack that fits nicely in the tub. Whales Wash Laundromat is a 3 minute walk east past Park St on Riverside Dr. After the Fox a restaurant/bar is next door that is a town favorite. One can have fun doing both.
Seasonal activities all year long such as Globe Lighting, music & fireworks every Saturday evening during summer, 10 newly built micro boutique stores presented by The McHenry Chamber of Commerce guiding new entrepreneurs on a yearly basis. For activities around town FB McHenry Riverwalk Foundation, McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes, McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce, & McHenry, IL for information on what is going on during your stay.
Veterans Park across the street & every Summer Thursday evening offers a Farmers Market, food trucks & vendors offering local craftsmanship, produce & musical outdoor entertainment.(weather permitting). I have camping chairs for your use or set up a picnic (basket provided) on the grass. Miller Park, part of the Riverwalk has Summer Music Sundays till 4:00pm.
7 minute drive to Moraine State park
15 minutes to Chain o’Lakes State park
30 minutes to Lake Geneva
40 mins. to Woodfield Mall
1 hour to Chicago ( plus easy access train to get there)
Metra train to downtown Chicago, 1/2 mi to McHenry station (free parking) or minutes to Pingree Station, Crystal Lake for better service hours.
1 hour to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Great museums & festivals
1 hour drive to Rockford, IL. Beautiful riverfront walking, Japanese & botanical garden plus what I think is the BEST Children’s museum around.
There are so many seasonal activities throughout the year in town. I keep a calendar on the fridge & Bettye's Guidebook plus other helpful aides for information about different happenings around town. Easy walk to just about everything.
And just reach out and ask and I will try my best to give you he best answer or go into the right direction.
