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SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit

Enjoy a serene lakeside retreat with a cozy fire pit, Adirondack chairs, and a nearby snack station.

Enjoy a serene retreat in this charming two-story house with a spacious front deck and a staircase leading to the upper level.

Enjoy meals in this elegant dining area with a long table, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

Enjoy serene views of the lake from this peaceful lakeside setting.

Enjoy a spacious room with a high ceiling, large window, and cozy seating area featuring a sofa and table.

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit

EPIC June 29th fireworks show night still available! Best views on the entire chain o’ lakes! Welcome to the Howard House. A hidden gem situated centrally on the waterfront of beautiful Nippersink Lake, part of the Fox Chain, just an hour outside of Chicago. This spacious and stylish retreat is located on a hill with ultimate views of the lake and amazing sunsets. Located very close to downtown Fox Lake and the Metra train stop. With over 60 ft of lake frontage, a private dock, fire pit and swimming area, you'll never want to leave! Some of the best fishing in IL!

GUEST ACCESS/AMENITIES
2 block walk to both El Puerto and Fam's on the Chain restaurants
13 minutes to Volo Auto Museum (must visit) and Dinosaur Park
15 minutes to Wilmot mountain ski area and snow tubing!
15 ninutes to McHenry Drive-In Theater.Open kitchen / living / dining room
Fully equipped kitchen
Two refrigerators
High Speed WiFi
Game room with bumper pool/poker table
Washer / Dryer
Two fireplaces
Dual zoned heating and cooling
Wrap around deck with seating for everyone
Propane Grill
Dock with room for one boat or 2 jet skis
Swimming area
Fire pit right on the water with seating
Pack N Play
Mobile baby gate
Toys
3 TVs with Roku

Check out more about the Howard House on IG: @howardhousefoxchain

Note: No bachelor/bachelorette or parties permitted. We are in a residential neighborhood and want to respect our neighbors. Kindly, but strictly enforced. :).

Property manager

Jennifer Dickson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace

Entertainment

Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair
Office

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden
Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Relax with a glass of wine in this serene outdoor seating area overlooking the water.

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 27

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

House

Fox Chain Spacious Waterfront Retreat With Views!

SPACIOUS and stylish waterfront retreat with VIEWS Fox Lake

About the neighborhood

Fox Lake, IL

What's nearby

Jet Funn - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Chain 'O Lakes State Park - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles
Volo Auto Museum - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles
Gurnee Mills - 28 min drive - 15.9 miles
Six Flags Great America - 31 min drive - 17.9 miles

Getting around

Fox Lake Station - 3 min drive
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
‪Antioch Pizza Shop - ‬4 min drive
‪Captain's Quarters - ‬15 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit?

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit on Jul 27, 2025 start from $498.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SPACIOUS and Stylish Lakefront Retreat, Views, Fireworks!, Fire pit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Jet Funn and within 6 mi (10 km) of Chain 'O Lakes State Park and Spring Grove Fen Nature Preserve. Turner Lake Fen Nature Preserve and Thomas Memorial County Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). Fox Lake Station is 20 minutes by foot.