Lake house vacation rentals in Illinois

Absolutely Loved our stay!! There aren't enough good things to say about the view, location & beautiful house. So fun! There's a pool table, air hockey & 2 free standing video games. Spent every sunset in the Lakeview room😍 Just gorgeous beyond words! Did i mention the Bald Eagle that hangs out in the tree right outside the Lakeview bedroom? Incredible! the lake doesn't freeze over in one spot in front of the lakeview window, saw all the big birds of prey hunt. It was definitely wildlife at its finest. The owners are Very responsive & told us to be on the look out for the eagle! Fantastic time! Loved Loved Loved it & already reserved for our Wedding weekend❤️

We were in town for a few days for some high school baseball games and to visit ISU and Bradley. Even though we were gone most of the day, it was SO nice coming back to Annabelle's in the evenings to unwind and relax. It's a beautiful cottage on the water that was clean, roomy, and full of amenities. Annabelle was friendly and accommodating even though nothing went wrong and everything in the cottage was better than described. The area was quiet and the view was INCREDIBLE. Even saw a bald and golden eagle outside in the early morning hours (and found binoculars too).

An idyllic spot! Beautiful, peaceful and exactly as described. We would love to return when it’s warmer and take advantage of everything there is to do at their home on the lake. Highly recommend!

10/10 definitely recommend Luci’s place. We felt right at home and Luci is a great and responsive host. 100% would stay here again if I’m back in town!

We recently had the pleasure of staying at this waterfront property on Fox Lake with our three dogs. The home offers direct access to the lake, providing a serene and picturesque setting for a relaxing getaway. The house comfortably accommodated our group, featuring three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The interior was clean and well-maintained, offering all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. The kitchen was well-equipped, allowing us to prepare meals with ease. Our dogs enjoyed the spacious yard and the proximity to the lake. The neighborhood was peaceful, making it ideal for morning walks with our pets. Additionally, the property's location provided convenient access to local attractions and dining options in Fox Lake. The host was responsive and accommodating, ensuring our check-in process was smooth and that we had everything we needed throughout.

Very Beautiful Home with a fantastic View. A peaceful and tranquil spot that my partner and I enjoyed. Host was responsive and really helpful. Would definitely recommend for any who is looking for quiete get away. Will a book Again in The Future.👍🏽

We enjoyed this place so much. Its quiet, private and comfy, perfect for a retreat. We were positively surprised, the house and amenities are in fact better than described. Barrel sauna with spectacular lake views and everthing neccesary to enjoy it. Greg was such a great host! We will be more than happy to come back on our next vacation.

We had the most amazing time with my family over my wedding weekend, and I truly can’t thank Zandra enough! The Airbnb had everything we could’ve possibly needed, and we especially loved gathering around the beautiful bonfire by the lake. Every little detail made the weekend absolutely perfect. We couldn’t have asked for more!

Excellent place to relax and unwind. I could sit on that porch forever.

We looked at a few other places but are so glad we chose Monica's lakehouse. It's simply gorgeous, close to everything and well laid out with so much space. Our whole group loved it, and my mom and kids said it was their favorite AirBNB ever. It's near everything and honestly worth every penny. We played pool, cooked every day, rented the hot tub, took walks in the snow with our dog, and even went snow tubing at Wilmot. The whole house is recently updated, and just the perfect place for a large family. Monica even helped us with a Christmas tree and decorations, and groceries and shopping are just down the street. We also loved Antioch Pizza, which delivered super fast. There was everything we could possibly need for our winter holiday. We plan to come back in the summer now, to check out those kayaks and fully enjoy the lakefront Boathouse

Excellent stay in a relaxing, isolated scenic, wooded area. Definitely planning on coming back.

We had a great stay at The Nest on a snowy, winter weekend. House was as described in the listing. Comfortable beds/pillows and living area. We loved having the hot tub and shuffle board table. The driveway is pretty steep and our car had trouble getting up while actively snowing, but luckily there is space for parking at the top of the drive. Overall, wonderful weekend and host.

It was a nice relaxing weekend we loved the this place

Absolutely beautiful cabin and location!! Our kids had the best weekend here! We loved every minute and will definitely be back!! Thanks for a great weekend!

I had an incredible stay at Wanda's house! From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warmth and hospitality. The home was exactly as described, even better in person—spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated, and equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect for the wedding we were attending that weekend. I especially loved how cozy and convenient it was. Wanda went above and beyond to ensure I had a great experience, providing flexible check in/out times, ample snacks, and an abundance of amenities to help it feel more like home. Communication was smooth and prompt, and helped with everything we needed. I highly recommend Wanda's place to anyone looking for a relaxing and cozy stay in Wonder Lake! I can’t wait to come back.

Our stay was absolutely amazing. Photos do not do this place justice its absolutely beautiful. Additionally, this was a fully stocked kitchen trashbags, paper towels and coffee it was so nice not having to run to the store immediately. The layout is awesome and the lake view is gorgeous. Will definitely be coming back and would highly recommend.

Extremely friendly hosts that are easy to work with and nice, clean place that looked as advertised.

We had a family gathering and found this home a lovely place to meet. The common areas were large and comfortable for our family of 11 adults and a few local family members who joined us for the day.

First time back in Southern Illinois since graduating SIUC in 2016. This trip did not disappoint. I wanted to show my fiancée the area I went to school and never stop talking about. We enjoyed hiking, kayaking, wineries, countless other outdoorsy activities.

We enjoy this place so much! On the water with safe surroundings. The stairs are alot scary for little children but we just blocked it off. Loved the extra seating they provide. Made eating together easy. Only thing I wish was available about this rental is to be per friendly. Would love to bring our dog Tess with us. But the little frenchy pups that run around were so sweet. They came to visit daily! Thanks so much for sharing you little escape with us.

The place continues to be a peaceful retreat while visiting a chaotic family. We always check for this location first when planning a trip to the area.

Shawn place is the Greatest in my eyes. Have stayed many times and will be back.

Absolutely one of my favorite places we’ve stayed at. The house was beautiful and had a great view. We watched all kinds of wildlife. The hostess was very responsive and communicative with the bad storms that were coming through. This was also one of the best stocked places I’ve ever been. We would love to come back when we are able to do some water activities!

We love this house! What a great getaway! We had a great time! So much room throughout the house! The sunroom porch was probably my favorite place with all the windows and the afternoon sun. Beautiful kitchen! Too many extra amenities! Definitely want to go back for a week during the warmer months. The indoor hot tub was such a plus during the cold weather. Host was so nice and amazing to communicate with 😊 she gave great suggestions for places to go in the area and good hiking tips.