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

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Experience the tranquility of Fox Lake at this beautiful water/lakefront home. Enjoy unmatched views from the large double deck or relax on the screened-in porch, and take advantage of direct access to boating, swimming, and kayaking. With a fully-equipped kitchen and multiple fireplaces, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

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. We are pet friendly with an additional daily charge.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No parties or gatherings. Per Village Ordinance only 4 adults are allow to stay at the house overnight. NO EXCEPTIONS. Daily pet fee required.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Parental supervision required during stay

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Fox Lake, IL

What's nearby

  • Jet Funn - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gurnee Mills - 23 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Six Flags Great America - 25 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 30 min drive - 24.4 miles
  • Woodfield Mall - 45 min drive - 35.2 miles

Getting around

  • Fox Lake Station - 16 min walk
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Antioch Pizza Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whistle Stop Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Carlos's Mexican Grill - ‬3 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).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

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.?

Check-out 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 mi (10 km). Fox Lake Station is 16 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

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

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.2

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect getaway!

Absolutely loved our stay - house is beautiful, great location on Fox Lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Beautiful property!

We throughly enjoyed our stay! The home was beautiful inside and the outside was nice being on the lake. I definitely would recommend this property to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vin C.

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

Great Lake Front Get Away!

We had a wonderful stay at this lakefront property. The location is peaceful and scenic—perfect for relaxing or spending time outdoors. The host was incredibly welcoming, responsive, and made sure everything was perfect. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was super easy! House was cleaned and looked just like the picture. Beds were super comfortable. The house was very roomy and warming. The upper deck was nice and the view of the lake was beautiful! We brought our pontoon boat and docked it at their pier and that made it more fun! Overall, our stay was very nice and I'd definitely stay there again!! The hosts were very fast with responding.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Lake House

Was here for a funeral. Good place to stay and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nolan I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very beautiful property with great view of lake. We enjoyed fishing off of the dock as well. The property is as advertised on the site. Very clean and accommodated all of our needs. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna C.

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

Girls weekend

Host was great, house was perfect for our group. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chari B.

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

Family visit

Very nice home very cozy beautiful view
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

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

Cora Cottage stay

We had a great stay at Cora Cottage. Very clean, decorated so cute and awesome location. Loved the water viiew. Also the neighborhood was very quiet. Easy to get to everything in Lake County.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

Quick weekend on the lake

Great little lake house that fit our family of 4 for a quick weekend. Nicely remodeled. Owner was very quick to respond to questions and accommodate a couple requests for us. The best part was hanging out on the deck and enjoying the lake view and breeze with extended family who were staying at a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yue Z.

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

Great gateway

We stayed for two nights on a family getaway. The cottage had everything we needed—stunning lake views, direct water access, relaxing patios, and cozy rooms. Check-in and checkout were smooth. Communication with the host was easy. It’s a hidden gem and we would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

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

leo w.

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

Beautiful view

This property was very nice and has incredible views. It was so nice sitting on the various decks relaxing and taking in the beautiful views of the lake. I was sitting on the lower deck and an eagle flew right over me. We loved everything about it, the only complaint was the noise coming from the neighbor next door and various lawn maintenance workers. Almost every day there was some noise going on and was a little bit of a problem. I would definitely recommend as long as they can do something about all the noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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

Thomas K.

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

Enjoyed our stay.

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

8/10 Good

Niranjan K.

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

Nice lake house, just as advertised

Only issue we had is that the owner asked us to pay 90 on top of the usual cleaning fees. The reason given to us was that bugs had entered the house. The house was ina wooded area which was full of bugs as usual during summer. Apart from that, it's a fine placemb
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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

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

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

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

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