Riverfront Charmer with Character & Entertainment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

McHenry, IL

Moraine Hills State Park8 min drive
Petersen Park Beach9 min drive
Volo Auto Museum12 min drive
Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Unwind and escape! Enjoy scenic waterfront views on the Fox River, watch boating action, or rent your own and tie up to the free private boat slips.

This centrally located home is blocks from McHenry's downtown district bars, shops, ice cream, restaurants, coffee, antique shops, and live theater entertainment.

Whether you want to relax indoors, lounge on the huge decks, take our kayaks out, soak in the private hot tub, or golf down the block --you're covered!

Enjoy style and comfort with classic 1920s architecture and woodwork mixed with modern amenities.

Heading into the neighborhood from downtown you'll pass by the beautiful golf country club and wind through streets covered with 100-year-old oak trees as you catch your first glimpses of the river before arriving at your retreat.

Enter the front door to the cozy den / office / TV area and continue toward the back of the house through the fully equipped kitchen with Keurig coffee maker, dishwasher and dining area. Next, pass into the great room with fireplace and a jaw-dropping expansive view of the back decks, dock, and shimmering riverfront.

The house allows convenient separation of different families (or peace and quiet from the children) with one large bedroom and bathroom downstairs and two bedroom and bath upstairs.

Driveway parking accommodates up to four vehicles; no overnight street parking.

A walk or quick bike ride 1/2 mile to downtown McHenry with bars, shops, nightlife, and Metra train service to Chicago.

The Fox River connects by waterway to the Chain O'Lakes with access to beaches, boating, swimming, beach, jet skiing, kayaking, canoeing, and more. Tour the river and stop off at a number of bars and restaurants with boat parking.

Rent a boat locally to keep at the house! The closest rental places:
- All Marines Retro Rentals
- Boats on the Chain

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.

Summer fun! Spend the day out on the water and dock your boat right at the Lake House! Don't have a boat? Ask about our brand new pontoon boat that's available for rent! There are several restaurants on the chain that have boat parking! Ride horses at the Chain O'Lakes State Park Stables, hike through Chain O'Lakes state park, and there are plenty of golf courses within 20 minutes, ride your bike on the bike trails and more!

Wintertime fun! Wilmot Mountain Ski Resort offers skiing and snow tubing for the whole family -- 15 minute drive ! Fun cross country skiing trails at the Chain O’Lakes State park, local Ice skating rinks, phenomenal ice fishing, snowmobiling, hunting and more!

15 minutes to Wilmot Mountain
25 minutes to Six Flags Great America
30 minutes to the Great Lakes Naval Academy
30 minutes to Lake Geneva
35 minutes to Alpine Valley
60 minutes from Chicago
60 minutes from Milwaukee

Amenities
Essentials
Air conditioning
Cleaning products
Cooking basics
Dedicated workspace
Dishes and silverware
Dryer
Hair dryer
Heating
Hot tub
Kitchen
TV
Washer
Wifi
Bathtub
Body soap
Conditioner
Hot water
Shampoo
Shower gel
Bed linens
Clothing storage
Extra pillows and blankets
Hangers
Iron
Room-darkening shades
Books and reading material
Baby bath
Board games
Children’s books and toys
Children’s dinnerware
Ceiling fan
Indoor fireplace
Carbon monoxide alarm
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Smoke alarm
Baking sheet
Barbecue utensils
Coffee
Coffee maker
Dining table
Dishwasher
Freezer
Hot water kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Toaster
Wine glasses
Lake access
Private entrance
Waterfront
Backyard
BBQ grill
Boat slip
Fire pit
Outdoor dining area
Outdoor furniture
Patio or balcony
Sun loungers
Free parking on premises
Free street parking
Long term stays allowed
Luggage drop-off allowed

*** We aim to keep this retreat in top shape, clean, and functioning like clockwork, but you'll have a dedicated point of contact to resolve any items or concerns that arise, at any time. ***

Property manager

Matt

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Water view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

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

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet hours 10pm-8am No extra guests without prio

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

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 deadlock

About the area

McHenry

Located in McHenry, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moraine Hills State Park and Chain 'O Lakes State Park, while Volo Auto Museum and Woodstock Opera House are cultural highlights. Volo Bog State Natural Area and Jet Funn are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

McHenry, IL

What's nearby

Moraine Hills State Park - 8 min drive
McHenry Shores Beach Park - 8 min drive
Petersen Park Beach - 9 min drive
McCullom Lake - 9 min drive
Volo Auto Museum - 12 min drive

Getting around

McHenry Station - 4 min drive
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Culver's - 6 min drive
Taco Bell - 5 min drive
Starbucks Oak - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Charmer with Character & Entertainment pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Riverfront Charmer with Character & Entertainment?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Charmer with Character & Entertainment?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Charmer with Character & Entertainment located?

Located in the heart of McHenry, this golf holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of McHenry City Hall, Moraine Hills State Park and Petersen Park Beach. McCullom Lake and Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km). McHenry Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

22 Oct 2023

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

Beautiful respite

We had the pleasure to stay here for 5 days and what a wonderfully cozy home! Everything was so easily comfortable, all is exactly as posted, the location on the water is incredibly peaceful, the hot tub is a huge plus, and our stay was completely enjoyable. The owner was extremely responsive throughout the booking and even easily helped us extend our stay by a day (how much we liked it!). Highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

24 Sept 2023

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

Family getaway

Stayed here for weekend. Enjoyed the patio area, pontooning, relaxing. Checked out some shops, had a great time. We lucked out, the weather was perfect the whole time. Neighbors to the left are super nice as well.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sadie O.

5 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful stay, exceeded expectations

Such an awesome location, beautiful home, yard right on the river. Very safe and nice neighborhood, warm and welcoming neighbors! My kids were able to fish from the dock with ease, caught quite a few fish. The hot tub and fun collection of DVDs, games and books were a big bonus Super comfortable for everyone, including our two dogs. Definitely a wonderful place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

marcia m.

3 Sept 2023

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

Paradise

Lovely home Location Was Perfect....The Town Is close and Tons Of Delicious Food It was So peaceful We enjoyed the boats going by and the fish jumping and the birds enjoying their flight ....It was Paradise to us..

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M., Raleigh, NC USA

1 Aug 2023

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

A riverfront charmer indeed! And the house is nice too

Matt is a breath of fresh air. He is charming, responsive, helpful, knows the area, & he & his wife have done an amazing job with this old but beautifully updated property. THE HOUSE: Cozy w/room for 7 plus seating for guests. Bedrooms are COMFORTABLE. The bathrooms were great, very functional, with enough towels for everyone. INDOOR FUN: TVs where you needed them with a Blu-Ray player & plenty of movies, Matt & his wife have great taste in movies in my humble opinion. Games for the family, a small selection but good. An eclectic book collection, kids enjoyed Garfield while we all enjoyed The Far Side. OUTDOOR FUN:A caveat – this is a river so there’s green stuff on the edge. It won’t hurt you. We loved the kayaks. The dock ladder was loose when we were there, but it is probably already fixed– without that ladder, it’s hard to get out of the water. We jumped off the end of the docks, but not too far (fast boats). We chose to go to Peterson Park Beach for the inflatables (bring cash) HOT TUB: Very pleasant. If you leave the cover off when it’s cool outside, the hot tub will get cool. When you’re not in the water, put the cover back on. Nicely lighted so as to not wreck your night vision. RESPONSIVENESS: We asked about a DVD/Blu-Ray player night before we arrived. It & movies were there. We asked how to rent boats, we had a list & he bought the two kayaks. When we had a concern or question, he responded, even came during our second day to fix stuff. Great place to stay & play!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023