#1 The Lodge @ The Cottages on Petite Lake

#1 The Lodge @ The Cottages on Petite Lake

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Lake views from all the windows and doors! Walk directly out the sliding door and out to the beach.
Hot tub on the rooftop. Available in the winter and spring only. Space heater, speaker, and patio furniture in the enclosed 20x20 tent. Private to Lodge guests!
Hallway/foyer between the front door that leads to bathroom 1.
Bathroom 1 is a full bathroom with a steam shower.
Bathroom 1

Overview of #1 The Lodge @ The Cottages on Petite Lake

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional

Explore the area

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Antioch, IL
  • Popular LocationChain 'O Lakes State Park15 min drive
  • Popular LocationGurnee Mills24 min drive
  • Popular LocationSix Flags Great America27 min drive
  • AirportWaukegan, IL (UGN-Waukegan Regional)35 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1: Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2: Queen

1 Queen Bed

King Master Bedroom with Lake View

2 Double Murphy Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Middle Room- queen + twin-over-full bunk

1 Double Murphy Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

#1 The Lodge @ The Cottages on Petite Lake

This beautiful and spacious lakefront lodge has views, charm, and wonderful amenities. The original cypress wood walls fill The Lodge with old cottage charm that has been blended with modern amenities. It's a classic lake house directly on the water- you can't get any closer!

The property boasts four bedrooms, two full baths with steam showers, and has space to sleep 10-12 guests. In the off-season, there is a full ensuite bathroom in the master bedroom to provide a third bathroom. The bedrooms arrangements are:

Bedroom 1- king bed + queen sleeper sofa

Bedroom 2- queen bed + twin-over-full bunk

Bedroom 3- queen bed

Bedroom 4- queen bed

*There are four couches in the great room and three twin rollaway beds that can be moved into any room or the common area. Please note that they are not the most cushioned or comfortable for adults- they are primarily used for children. Air mattress available upon request.

Two large seating areas in the great room provide plenty of seating and comfort for everyone! One pit of couches sits in front of a large flat screen smart TV for you to login to all of your applications. Another pit of sofas sits in front of a real wood-burning fireplace. Firewood delivery available or you can bring your own.

Just steps outside the sliding glass door is access to the beach and all of the free amenities: kayaks, paddle boards, canoes, floating picnics table, water volleyball, piers (fishing allowed), the beach, and lots of floats. Use of the rooftop deck above the lodge is also free along with the little tree library, herb garden, and more.

A new high-performance Lowe Tritoon boat is available for rental as well. Reach out for more info!

Important things to note:

*The hot tub is only available through April. It is not an amenity May-September.

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

*The beach and The Lodge are 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 rentals or the outdoor yard spaces.

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

*The rooftop deck above The Lodge is a shared space, unless rented privately. The blue deck attached to The Lodge is private.

*This is a no pets property. See our listings, The Yellow Cottage, The Coral Cottage, or The Cozy Crooked Cottage, for pet friendly options!

Amenities

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed
Events are allowed if arranged with the hosts ahea

Pets

No 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
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 lodge 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.
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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 #1 The Lodge @ The Cottages on Petite Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at #1 The Lodge @ The Cottages on Petite Lake?

As of 2 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at #1 The Lodge @ The Cottages on Petite Lake on 5 May 2024 start from AU$1,072.64, 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 #1 The Lodge @ The Cottages on Petite Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #1 The Lodge @ The Cottages on Petite Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is #1 The Lodge @ The Cottages on Petite Lake located?

Nestled on the beach, this Antioch lodge 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).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angie C., Carlsbad, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable
Had everything we needed and a gorgeous view of the lake, right on the water. Beds were comfortable, kitchen was well appointed, big and comfortable gathering area. The layout was a bit unorthodox. The bathrooms were not convenient to the bedrooms, the steam feature of the steam showers did not function.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation
Perfect location for our family which includes 5 young adults and a toddler. The beach was right outside our deck which was so fun for us all!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surprise birthday
Awesome place and the owners where great. I will be back if allowed lol
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool lake front house
Overall a very nice stay. House had plenty of room for our family of 11 people. The kitchen was well stock and allowed us to make meals. The house has 2 really big bedrooms and 2 small bedrooms. Overall it was perfect for us. We did not use the private deck or beach as weather was not good being early May.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Your host

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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, canoes, a floating picnic table, water volleyball, floats and beach toys available (free - first come first serve). There is also a large rooftop deck, picnic area and fun community feel! The beach and rooftop are private to the seven cottages on the property.

We have a beautiful pontoon boat available for rent separately.

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