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

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Fox Lake, IL
  • Place, Jet Funn
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Six Flags Great America
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Naval Base Great Lakes
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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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.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at this cottage. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Jet Funn. Laundry facilities and an arcade/games room are available. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Jet Funn and 8 minutes from Spring Grove Fen Nature Preserve
Beautiful Cora Cottage on Fox Lake/Chain O'Lakes with 40 Ft. Private Boat Pier. offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Fox Lake cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R., Stillwater

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, well stocked, worked fine for us in spring. Stairs are a little awkward but can just stay on one level easily. Beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

8/10 Good

JAMES D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything about the property was great. My only issue was not being able to sit on the deck and fish. The deck was not available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is an ideal location for a couple or a young family looking for a quiet place to kick back or a base to visit the Chain of Lakes. My wife and I like to cook and were pleased by the excellent quality of the stove and cookware. The gem of the property is a deck overlooking Fox Lake. It was too cold to swim but we basked in the sunlight for three days reading books and drinking wine.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property. Location to the water was amazing. TWO levels of decks to sit on. TWO levels in the house. Kitchen was well-stocked. Bathroom was gorgeous. Host was incredibly responsive and helpful. PROS: location to water; kitchen utensils/pans/etc.; downstairs bar and dart board are awesome; ample closet space; well-stocked paper products; decorations are beautiful. CONS: living room couch is also a pullout bed, so it is not comfortable, the couch downstairs is much better; there is no vanity space; I set off the smoke detectors cooking in the kitchen (fan in the kitchen was on); there are no hooks for towels or other hanging items.While the "CONS" do not deter from the overall rating at all, there were just mere observations that might make the stay a little more comfortable.Overall, this place is amazing, fantastic, beautiful and serene. I stayed during a colder spring, so it may be noisier in summer. I even caught an eagle and some straggling pelicans flying around!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ali K., New Orleans

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a very nice and relaxing weekend. The house was beautiful and the view of the lake was spectacular. Kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and then some. Bed was comfy and everything was clean. Host was friendly and easy to communicate with. We enjoyed a day at the nearby Volo Museum with our 2 year old son (highly recommend!) and had some great dinners at nearby restaurants. Perfect weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jahson P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The lake house was exactly what we wanted. Everything was clean and anything you can think of that you need the owners made available to you. The communication with the owners was wonderful as I had to reach out prior to booking since my husband was handicapped. Maria was wonderful. We even lucked out and were able to check in early. The lake views were stunning. Absolutely loved our stay and hope to be back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very beautiful, clean and fun place to stay! Host had great communication, the listing is exactly as described, and the views were great! Stayed here with 4 of us adults and all had a really good time. Would love to come back in the summer! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

courtney b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean house, stocked well with extras, beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, beautiful view, and everything we hoped for in a peaceful weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Colleen U.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this cozy cottage!! It has everything we needed and we loved the fireplaces for the winter time. Hosts were friendly and responsive. We want to come back in the summer to enjoy the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful. Kitchen is well stocked. Very clean, very cozy. East to get into. I would do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you’d want In a lake house and More!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan W., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful weekend getaway at Cora Cottage with my husband, mother-in-law, and our two dogs. The home was spotless, well-equipped, and perfectly situated with beautiful views of Fox Lake. Everything you need for a relaxing stay. The host had excellent communication, responded quickly. The checkout process was very easy — the entire experience was seamless.There are upper and lower porches — we especially loved the upper porch with its comfortable seating, gas grill and unobstructed views. The main floor features a small galley-style kitchen, open-concept dining area and living room with a cozy wood fireplace, plus two bedrooms and a full bath. Downstairs, there’s a family room with a second TV, gas fireplace, bar area, half bath, laundry, and access to the covered lower porch and backyard. The property is waterfront, with a third deck over the water and a 40-foot dock where guests with boats can tie up.The backyard/dock are easiest to reach from the lower level, though there’s also a side path for those who prefer to avoid the VERY tight spiral staircase between floors. Our dogs couldn’t safely navigate the stairs, so we took them for walks around the quiet neighborhood instead. My mother-in-law also found the stairs challenging, so small children or anyone with mobility issues would definitely need supervision.Overall, a peaceful, charming spot — we’d absolutely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just an absolutely amazing stay!! The house is absolutely beautiful and clean!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michal R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, great location and view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and beautiful view. Great cozy cottage and Maria was fantastic to work with
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M., Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
It was beautiful and peaceful. Had everything we needed and the beds were comfy and the kitchen well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quinn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean. Very responsive owners. Beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
The home itself is wonderful. The surrounding houses, not so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place, right on the water. It was really clean and looked so nice. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous retreat with multiple comfy and clear views of the lake, large trees, and bird songs for nature lovers but all the comforts of town within a few minutes. Hosts were responsive and had everything we needed when we realized we’d forgotten our own (wine opener, hair dryer, etc.). Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time at at this property over a long weekend. The owner was incredibly responsive and accommodating. The space was perfect for our family, with easy lake access and large dock to play off of with our kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view! And nice walk able lakefront park nearby!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025