#2 The Bluff House @ The Cottages on Petite Lake

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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

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Antioch, IL

Chain 'O Lakes State Park15 min drive
Gurnee Mills24 min drive
Six Flags Great America27 min drive
Waukegan, IL (UGN-Waukegan Regional)35 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3/Loft Upstairs

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 4/Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 5/Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spa Room

Bathtub · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

This house on the bluff is full of cottage charm and is just steps away from the lake and beach! With a charming three seasons porch that has floor-to-ceiling windows, you have sweeping views of our gorgeous Petite Lake for morning coffee or an afternoon of relaxing. After a long day on the lake, head back to the cottage and end the night with a steam shower or hop in the hot tub overlooking the lake. The yard is fully fenced.

With five bedrooms*, two bathrooms, one spa room and a gorgeous sunroom that overlooks the lake, you will not be disappointed with the spectacular views and amenities. The large kitchen, island and dining room overlook the lake and have plenty of space for all.

Free paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, floating picnic table, water volleyball and floats are down on the beach, which is a short walk down a flight of stairs. They're available on a first come, first serve basis. The large rooftop deck, piers, beach, tree library, and herb garden for free for all guests, too!

We have a high-performance tritoon boat available for rental as well. Reach out for pricing and information, or visit our website: TheCottagesOnPetiteLake.com/boat-rentals.

THINGS TO NOTE:

*Please pay close attention to the sleeping arrangements as two bedrooms have sleeper sofas or can just be used as living room spaces.

*We are in nature. Expect spiders, webs, ants, bees, mosquitoes or other usual lake house critters. You'll see lots of chipmunks, squirrels and bunnies around and wake up to the birds chirping, too!

*We aim to make the property more affordable for single families which is reflected in the base price. Extra guest fees may apply.

*The beach is accessed by a large set of outdoor stairs- about 35. See photos for reference.

*There are security cameras on the parking lot, beach and piers for safety and rental boat purposes. No cameras are on/in any of the rental units or outdoor yard spaces.

*The pier is made up of floating docks and can be wobbly when the lake is busy. The lake is very busy on the weekends and more calm on weekdays.

*This is a pet friendly unit with a fully fenced yard. Pet fee is $50 for 1 dog, $75 for 2. Maximum of two pets.

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

View from the backyard. Private fire pit and deck built into the hill!

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Events are allowed if arranged with the hosts ahea

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Note from host: Events are allowed if arranged with the hosts ahea

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Antioch

Located in Antioch, this cottage is on the beach. Volo Auto Museum and Lake County Discovery Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Six Flags Great America and Jet Funn. Volo Bog State Natural Area and Tempel Lipizzans are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Antioch, IL

What's nearby

Jet Funn - 13 min drive
Chain 'O Lakes State Park - 15 min drive
Volo Auto Museum - 20 min drive
Gurnee Mills - 24 min drive
Six Flags Great America - 27 min drive

Getting around

Antioch Station - 11 min drive
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

Sandbar Bar & Grille - 12 min drive
Roost 59 - 10 min drive
Captain's Quarters - 6 min drive
Fairmont Shores - 12 min drive
Cuda's Bar & Grill - 17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is #2 The Bluff House @ The Cottages on Petite Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at #2 The Bluff House @ The Cottages on Petite Lake?

As of 30 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at #2 The Bluff House @ The Cottages on Petite Lake on 1 May 2024 start from AU$888.51, 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.

What time is check-in at #2 The Bluff House @ The Cottages on Petite Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #2 The Bluff House @ The Cottages on Petite Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #2 The Bluff House @ The Cottages on Petite Lake located?

Nestled on the beach, this Antioch cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Chain 'O Lakes State Park, Lake Miltmore Beach and Jet Funn. Jones Island Beach and Wilmot Mountain are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

25 June 2023

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

Such a perfect Summer weekend getaway!

We loved our time at the Bluff House! My husband and our teenagers and their friends had a wonderful weekend here. Adding the boat on was perfect for us. The house was amazing for our group and the deck area overlooking the lake in our backyard area was my husband’s and my favorite thing. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Your host

Why they chose this property

Sandy feet. Boating. Bonfires. Fishing. Lazy summer days. Picnics. Simple and charming cottages. A return to the family vacation old-school style. A peaceful pause in today’s chaotic world. This is the our vision for The Cottages on Petite Lake, and it has quickly become a family affair.

On any given day, you’ll find David and his daughter, Jessica, deep in the work of renovating the property to restore the quirky, charming cottages that were built in the early 1900s. Seven have been fixed up so far including the houseboat, a tiny house, the big lodge, the yacht and three other cottages. More to come in the near future!

A labor of love, The Cottages on Petite Lake is the Chiesa family’s desire to serve the community by providing a retreat from the busy world we live in so guests can connect with themselves and each other while enjoying the outdoors.

Located on Petite Lake, this adorable house is on the Cottages on Petite Lake property with access to boats, swimming, fishing, and beautiful morning sunrises.

Each cottage has a private fire pit, propane grill (we provide the gas!), and outdoor sitting and dining space. We have firewood available for delivery (cash, Zelle or Venmo accepted) or you can bring your own!

We have kayaks, paddle boards, a floating picnic table, water hammocks, floats and beach toys available (free - first come first serve). There is also a picnic area and fun community feel! The beach is private to the cottages on the property.

We have a beautiful pontoon boat available for rent separately.