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Riverfront McHenry Home w/ Dock & Kayaks

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A riverside patio with wicker furniture and a view of the water.
A living room with a grey sofa, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted above it.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, and a pendant light.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a dark dresser, and a ceiling fan.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bowl of fruit. There is a large window with blinds, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to another room.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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McHenry, IL
  • Place, Moraine Hills State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Volo Auto Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Naval Base Great Lakes
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 King Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

Riverfront McHenry Home w/ Dock & Kayaks

Day Trip to Dtwn Chicago | Bring Your Boat | Outdoor Entertainment Areas

Life flows a little slower on the river, and this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath McHenry vacation rental is the perfect place to soak it all in. Nestled on the serene shores of Fox River, this peaceful home offers easy access to fun for the whole crew. Spend your days paddling the waterway, playing yard games, or shopping the afternoon away in Chicago. Ready to relax? Wind down with s’mores and stories under the stars. Book now!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 king bunk bed, 1 twin bed
- Living Room: 1 full sleeper sofa

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TVs
- Board games
- Electric fireplace
- Dining table, breakfast bar

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Patio w/ seating
- Gas grill (propane provided)
- Boat dock
- 2 kayaks, 6 life jackets (size M-XL)
- Wood-burning fire pit (bring your own wood)
- 3 beach chairs, beach umbrella

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, microwave, stove/oven, dishwasher
- Drip coffee maker (coffee provided), blender, toaster
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Window A/C unit, central heating
- Linens & towels, trash bags & paper towels
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers
- Washer/dryer, iron/board

FAQ
- 3 exterior security cameras (outward facing)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, 2 steps required to enter

PARKING
- Garage (2 vehicles)
- Driveway (3 vehicles)
- Trailer parking available
- Street parking prohibited

-- THE LOCATION --

- Walk to restaurants & bars
- 1 mile to McHenry Golf Club
- 2 miles to live music, bingo, karaoke & riverwalk in Downtown McHenry
- 8 miles to Chain O Lakes Marina
- 11 miles to Chain O'Lakes State Park
- 55 miles to downtown Chicago
- 40 miles to Chicago O'Hare International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is on the back of the house facing the backyard and water, camera 2 is on the right side of the house facing the walkway from the front of the house to the back of the house, and camera 3 is on the front of the house facing the driveway and street. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into any interior spaces. They record video and audio when motion is detected
- This single-story home requires 2 steps to enter

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20167133
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

McHenry

Located in McHenry, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Regal Crystal Lake Showplace and Hunter Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Moraine Hills State Park and Glacial Park Conservation Area. Volo Bog State Natural Area and Jet Funn are also worth visiting. With kayaking and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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McHenry, IL

What's nearby

  • Moraine Hills State Park - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Petersen Park Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Volo Auto Museum - 6 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 29 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 34 min drive - 40.4 km

Getting around

  • McHenry Station - 6 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A® - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront McHenry Home w/ Dock & Kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront McHenry Home w/ Dock & Kayaks?

As of 9 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront McHenry Home w/ Dock & Kayaks on 17 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,513, including 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.

How much is parking at Riverfront McHenry Home w/ Dock & Kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront McHenry Home w/ Dock & Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront McHenry Home w/ Dock & Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront McHenry Home w/ Dock & Kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Moraine Hills State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of McBark Dog Park and McHenry Shores Beach Park. McHenry City Hall and McCullom Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km). McHenry Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great rental located right on the fox river. The house has been updated and has everything you need for your stay. The host was friendly and quickly fixed one of the things that we found was broken. I would stay here again and it was a great location to see the 4th of July fireworks. It was a very hot weekend but the window AC units kept the place cool. The kids in our group loved to see all the wildlife along the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay overall. Nice location in the river. Window AC units. Some windows had no screens, so couldn’t open. One half bath is in the bunk room, and one is in the laundry room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amber R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
The place is quite spacious and has plenty of beds and bathrooms. Bedrooms were nice and spacious, all of them had TV's and storage room. The fishing is pretty good; they had two kayaks in the garage and some floatation tubes. There were a descent amount of pots and pans, but not any serving dishes or food containers. The property had three separate doors; two of them were keyless entry with a door code. We only received one of the codes to the back door, not the front door, and that code only worked once and stopped working after that, so we had to make sure that someone was always in the house so that we didn't get locked out. We never received the codes to the front door or the garage door. In fact, the host did not reach out to me upon check-in time, not once during the entire stay. The grill had two non-functional burners, AC unit in 1st bedroom didn't work, Screen door leaked water when it rained, dock is pretty wobbly. There were no extra blankets, no broom or mop, and no hand towels. The trash was nearly full still from the previous residence, and the shampoo and conditioner dispensers were almost empty. The potable water tastes awful and the water/ice dispenser on the fridge is not hooked up. Some of the door handles inside were loose, and the smart light/fan in the large bathroom did not have a wall switch or a remote and couldn't be used.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Beth Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Our stay began with not being able to get into the house. The code worked but the door knob was locked. When I called the number for Evolve, a gentleman answered “Hello”. I asked if this was Evolve and he said depends who is asking. Not good. Later that day I had questions. He had told me to text. It took 2 days to get a response and it read “ oh I just saw this”. Communication is all important when your guests spend good money for a stay. If you are a family with children I would not recommend. There is no beach to easily get into the water. There was a ladder but it was a house ladder leaning against the cement retaining wall upside down with slime. My girls, ages 20-30 only went in once and they used the life jackets because the boats come around a bend heading to the lakes and they are moving fast before they hit the no wake zone. Resulting waves are big. No littles, then the space outside is enjoyable. Inside, the house is nice. For the kitchen there is silverware, pots and pans, coffeemaker but little else. Not even salt and pepper. The icemaker and water in door of refrigerator do not work. Accuracy-the WiFi network and password were different from the email I received and the information in the house. Again, small things overlooked. positive side, despite there not being central air, there were window air conditioners in every room and during our stay, temps were in the 90s plus humid. The house was nicely cooled.
View from outside seating area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
Hi Beth, we’re glad to hear the home stayed cool and comfortable during those hot, humid days, especially with the window A/C units in every room! We followed up with the homeowner after reading your review, and they would like to share the following:- Apologies for the inconvenience at check-in. The second door is provided for situations like this, to ensure guests can still access the home quickly and safely.- While the WiFi details in your welcome message are accurate, we’re sorry for any confusion, and happy to hear you were able to get connected after we spoke.- We used to offer spices as part of the kitchen setup, but to maintain a reliable and consistent inventory for all guests, we’ve since removed them.We appreciate you sharing your experience. It helps us continue to provide the 5-star stays we’re known for!

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