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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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Living area
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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Fox Lake, IL
  • Place, Jet Funn
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Chain 'O Lakes State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Volo Auto Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Parental supervision required during stay
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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
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

About the area

Fox Lake

Located in Fox Lake, this cottage is on the waterfront. Parrot's Cove Marina 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 Chain 'O Lakes State Park and Glacial Park Conservation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Six Flags Great America, or check out an event or a game at Wilmot Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fox Lake, IL

What's nearby

  • Jet Funn - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chain 'O Lakes State Park - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Volo Auto Museum - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Gurnee Mills - 23 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 25 min drive - 28.0 km

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).

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.?

Checkout 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 miles (10 km). Fox Lake Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and beautiful view. Great cozy cottage and Maria was fantastic to work with
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

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

Thomas K.

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

Enjoyed our stay.

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Very Nice Place

This was a very nice place to stay at, and the owners made the process very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

JAMES T.

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

Great weekend getaway

Great weekend getaway for the family. The Volo museum is right down the road. Extremely clean house and great views !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carson H.

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

Winter weekend getaway

Had a great time here with my wife and dog. Very close to town and a great view of the lake. Home was cosy, hosts were responsive, and having a warm fire was a perfect touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Kris D.

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

A great week

Very nice all around! And the lakes are great!
Stayed 4 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

Jeff F.

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

Good time by the lake

We had fun in the cozy lake cottage. The view was beautiful, everything was in great condition, and it was a great location for lots of fun— like a day trip to Six Flags.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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

Adeline C.

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

Lakeside Dream!

We loved our stay at Cora Cottage. Everything was so beautifully decorated and clean. My husband and I appreciated all the small touches that welcomed us during our stay. We will definitely be coming back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

michal c.

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

Restful getaway

Beautiful home. Everything new and modern. Awesome view of lake. Owners very responsive .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jami V.

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

Getaway

Property was lovely with wonderful lake view! We stayed during early spring and was chilly but enjoyed the views and recharging! Would like to return in warmer weather!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

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

May Stay

Great property on the water. Easy process from start to finish.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Carol K.

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

great view

very clean. great view
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sherry r.

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

Great Lake Spot!

Great spot on the lake if you have a boat! If you are not aware you have to purchase a pass to take a boat out on the lakes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Very cute

Great out-of-the-way quiet spot for me to decompress and get ready for my work week.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Great time

Place was clean and super cute with beautiful view. Right on the water so we took advantage of the dock and brought our inflatable paddle board and kayak and had a great time. Renting jet skis is close by as well! One note: for anyone that has trouble with stairs, there is a skinny spiral staircase to reach the lower level.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesus G.

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

Living our best life on the lake...

Our dream is to one day own a home near a lake. We got a taste of it and definitely would like more of it. Cora Cottage on Fox Lake is just magical and magnificent. The moment we stepped in, we were mesmerized by the view and sounds of the water. In the house itself, you'll find yourself saying that it feels like home; clean, beautiful, and wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ada D.

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

Peaceful

My husband wanted to do something different for his birthday and they was just a perfect spot to relax and enjoy our time with our furry babies and our niece & nephew. We would love to come back with a better weather to really enjoy to outside nature
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy F.

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

Perfect stay

Everything was great from the moment we booked the house. Had great communication with the owner house was beautiful and very clean. There was a beautiful view of the lake. There was plenty of room for the family couldn’t have asked for more. She even had snacks for the dog and the kids turned out great but highly recommend again and for friends and family. We would definitely rent this house again, hands-down.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michal R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, great location and view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Very responsive owners. Beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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