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Luxury Large Lakefront Estate ~ 9 hole Pitch/Putt course ~ Tennis Court ~ Pool

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A brick house with a stone staircase leading to a porch with outdoor furniture.
A spacious foyer with a grand staircase, a large mirror, and a cozy seating area.
A two-story house with a brick facade, a large tree in the front yard, and a paved driveway.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a balcony.
A patio area with three Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a pool in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
With an outdoor pickleball court and an outdoor pool, this vacation home accommodates 21 guests across 10 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms. It includes a balcony, yard, and porch. Enjoy lake views and access to nearby water activities like tubing and windsurfing. Nearby attractions include Sun Lake Forest Preserve and Lake Miltmore Beach.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
10 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 21

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Lake Villa, IL
  • Place, Gurnee Mills
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Six Flags Great America
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Naval Base Great Lakes
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

10 bedrooms (sleeps 21)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Murphy Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 10

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

9 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 8

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 9

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Large Lakefront Estate ~ 9 hole Pitch/Putt course ~ Tennis Court ~ Pool

Tir Na Nog is the perfect combination of retreat and convenience! Located one hour from Chicago O'Hare airport and one hour from downtown Chicago. There are grocery stores, restaurants, and other activities within a short drive, or enjoy the Viking cooktop and stove if you are looking to make a home-cooked meal!

The house has 10 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms and two kitchens. The basement provides a pool room and small gym for indoor recreation.

The estate's private 9 hole pitch/putt course is a favorite of guests who also access a large swimming pool, lake access, tennis court, basketball court, lawn bowling, and croquet. Other activities include small weight room, billiards, darts. For those seeking a less active pace, guests may lounge on the sundeck, hike in the nearby woods or stroll along the water's edge of beautiful Deep Lake. There are countless outdoor activities and sports.

Keywords: On a Lake


Private 9-hole pitch/putt course

Tennis Court

80 acres

Family reunion 20 people max

Corporate Facility

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Must be supervised by pool/golf course
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Leave the house in good condition for next renter
Remove everything from fridge and freezer
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Max 21 guests/no parties/weddings/Bachelor/promos Provide list of Guests on the property - max 2 Provide a list of guests i your party
Please leave the house in broom clean condition
No motor boats/bouncy houses/pool slides/RV

Important information

You need to know

Property # 366134vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Lake Villa

Located in Lake Villa, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Six Flags Great America and Launch Family Entertainment are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Gurnee Mills and Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wilmot Raceway or Waukegan BMX Track. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Lake Villa, IL

What's nearby

  • Gurnee Mills - 12 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 16 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 24 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Geneva Lake - 38 min drive - 59.7 km
  • Lake Como - 38 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • Lake Villa Station - 4 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake House Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Senior Chief's Place - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Large Lakefront Estate ~ 9 hole Pitch/Putt course ~ Tennis Court ~ Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Luxury Large Lakefront Estate ~ 9 hole Pitch/Putt course ~ Tennis Court ~ Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury Large Lakefront Estate ~ 9 hole Pitch/Putt course ~ Tennis Court ~ Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Large Lakefront Estate ~ 9 hole Pitch/Putt course ~ Tennis Court ~ Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Large Lakefront Estate ~ 9 hole Pitch/Putt course ~ Tennis Court ~ Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Large Lakefront Estate ~ 9 hole Pitch/Putt course ~ Tennis Court ~ Pool located?

Located in the heart of Lake Villa, this golf holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Vista Medical Center - Lindenhurst and within 3 miles (5 km) of Cedar Lake and Lucky Strike Gaming & Lounge. Sun Lake Forest Preserve and East Loon Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family totally enjoyed staying at Tir Na Nog! So much so that we booked a week for next summer before we left! The house is beautiful and so spacious. The grounds are just stunning! And there is so much to do we didn’t have any trouble with bored kids. Stores and restaurants are close by and Chicago is only an hour away. Caretaker Burt and his family are wonderful.We honestly can’t wait to return next year! Thank you, Daphne, for such a beautiful property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Get Together

Wonderful stay for our whole family. We had a delightful week enjoying the ground and house as well as catching up on the year with on another.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay

There was a group of 13. Wonderful stay and accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Non profit Board has great stay

Always a pleasant and pleasurable stay; lends well to a relaxed atmosphere in the midst of our need to accomplish much. We are grateful to our host and caretaker.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family vacation

Relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

More space than you can imagine!

Our grand-kids called it the mansion and there was certainly room for all 17 of us. It was perfect for a family reunion!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful family reunion getaway

We met at this place for my parents 50th wedding anniversary and it was beautiful! We enjoyed the grounds and all it has to offer with the pool, basketball & tennis court, 9 hole golf course. The inside was spacious. Kitchen is small for that large of house, but lots of bedrooms and bathrooms. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday/Reunion

We had a great time at this property! While the house is a bit dated, it was comfortable, and had everything we needed for our large family gathering. The grounds, the pool and the golf course were very well maintained. The caretaker and Daphne were both extremely responsive and easy to communicate with. The kitchen was well-stocked with supplies and even seasonings so you really didn't need to bring anything but the food. Also, it was conveniently located to O'Hare. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

1 week

Terrific property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect For A Retreat!

This property is amazing. So many gathering areas throughout the house and grounds, in addition to multiple bedrooms (many en suite), two kitchens, and so much more. The pool and fire pit were delightful locations for both group activities and just hanging out. Great space for putting out buffet style food ourdoors and many tables for group dining. And lake access was a huge bonus! Daphne was wonderful to work with. We couldn't have been more pleased. We hope to do a retreat there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Forever young

Great property for a large group such as ours (15 adults and 6 children) ranging in age from 3 to 77. Lovely pool. Enjoyable 3 par golf course. Eclectic art… Burt, the caretaker is a real asset - attentive when needed and otherwise unobtrusive. Just one major negative- the owners/managers have chosen to do no recycling!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review - the property has had issues with private recycling companies We have been working to get a new company to pick up the recycling and our waiting for them to drop off their recycling bins.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great meeting space in relaxed surroundings-

Our board had a great meeting at this location - mixing retreat time with business. The spacious great room allowed us to meet in a relaxed setting with enough tech available (large TV to display presentations and great internet) to have an effective meeting. The kitchen allowed us to be self-sufficient meal-wise and the spacious dining room allowed a more formal meal or two, with catered-in food. The bedroom/bath set up are phenomenal, each unique. Thanks for hosting us again (twice before covid and now back again!) and allowing the team to make great memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Experience

We have been renting luxury villas since 2008 and this was the best experience. Some owners are clearly in the business just for the money and don't show an interest in the guest's experience. I've had several of these lately and was about to give up. This owner obviously cares. All 17 of us had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely time

20 of us met for a family reunion. the 10 bedrooms and multiple bathrooms made accommodations easy. Several fridges to store all of our groceries. House was spacious and allowed for quiet time away from the group. Pool and tennis court was a big hit with the kids. Outside grill was large and clean, although the grease trap was full. 9 hole golf course was used daily. Only draw back was lake access - a pier to fish off of would be a nice addition. Overall great property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect property for large group

What an amazing stay!! Property was perfect for a group of 16 friends so we could all have our own Private bedroom And bathroom. Hired a local chef who made the stay even more amazing (Zac- with culinary abstraction). I Highly recommend him as well. We didn’t leave the property the entire time. Golf, tennis, pool, all of it works great. Burt, the groundskeeper was very helpful as well. We needed a couple little things (like firewood) and he promptly helped us out. We will likely return for a future trip!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2020
Jessica It was a pleasure having you looking forward to seeing you again. Best Daphne Dolan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a family reunion

Our family of 9 adults and 4 children gathered to celebrate a 90th birthday in this amazing space. Adults all had their own en suite bedrooms (complete with bath products) which was great for those times when the togetherness got to be too much. While we spent most of our time at the pool, we also used the tennis courts, and a few fished on the lake. The kids loved the basement game room, and with several living areas everyone was able to relax and watch the sports games they preferred. The first floor kitchen was well appointed. We had a personal chef make dinners for us and he was impressed at how well stocked it was! I highly recommend this property for those special family occasions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous place for an active family

We LOVED our stay at Tir Na Nog! The outdoor space was serene and immaculate. There were plenty of activities for everyone - swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, pickleball, golf, walking the grounds (bring your own gear!). The grocery store was 5 minutes away, so we could easily pick up dinner fixins regularly rather than needing to plan out multiple days in advance. Burt, the caretaker, was quick to respond to questions and communicated clearly with us. The house itself is spacious. It took us a few days to figure out the layout. Plenty or room for 16 of us to find a quiet nook or come together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

“Can we come back here again?”

Truly outstanding, century old summer home, updated with two modern kitchens and gorgeous bathrooms, mostly arranged en suite. The pool is unusually large, very well maintained, and a huge hit with the kids. You will need your own beach towels and pool toys. The 9-hole golf course belongs to the property, and appears quite nicely maintained, although we are not really golfers. The caretaker is instantly available and very responsive. Lake view is beautiful. There are convenient grocery stores, but when on-property, you feel like the only people in the world. Our (now) 17-member family goes to a different site every year — but this year, for the first time, the children asked if we could return to Tir NaNog.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical experience for Family Reunion

We have rented so many vacation homes over the past years. This one was the best communication we have ever had from a host. Daphne went above and beyond to always respond immediately, even if it was 2 am ! We had so many questions and concerns, and she continually worked with us at every turn to make sure our family reunion vacation was perfect. The outdoor spaces and grounds were kept impeccable by Burt, the caretaker. He cleans the pool and empties trash daily, which is so important when you have a group of 20. You dont notice him there, but if you need him, he is always reachable quickly. It is hard to believe you are so close to Chicagoland, because once you make the drive down into the grounds, you truly feel you are in another world. But so close to run to the store if you need something. Beautiful outside porch to watch the sunsets. Access to lake, which was crystal clear and made for great kayaking. The golf course was amazing -and made for many family competitions. The guys got to golf with fathers, sons, uncles, cousins and grandpa - priceless. This could not have happened anywhere else. The final night we got to see a couple deer run across the vast lawn. We stayed so busy at the beautiful pool that we never made it to tennis or basketball. Great basement rec room with pool table and many small sitting areas throughout the house and decks to get away from the crowd when needed. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We had a nice stay! We had a large gathering for a week long. We all really enjoyed the beautiful grounds, large amount of outdoor seating area, very clean pool, pickleball court, private 9 hole golf course, pool table, shuffle board, and multiple board games. The kitchen came fully stocked with lots of utensils and pots/pans. The blender did need a lid for our slushies/smoothies, but we improvised and made it work. There was plenty of fridge space throughout the house. The kitchen was on the small side, but the dining room was large. Unfortunately, the house wasn’t very clean. There were lots of spiders and spider webs, previous guests undergarments left behind, and dirty dishes in the cabinet upon arrival. All of the thermostats were locked off. It should be made very clear that the house does not have access to go boating on the lake where the house is located. It is a private lake and we were not permitted to launch our boat on the lake. There is another lake 15 minutes from the house, but not what we were expecting. There wasn’t much of a beach and there were no loungers as listed. It also listed that there was a playground and high chair. We did not find either. A couple of the bathroom sinks did not drain very well. The pullout mattresses were very uncomfortable and one was missing. The grounds men was very nice and for the most part left us alone. Overall we really enjoyed our stay, but I think a few things could be improved especially for the price of the stay.
Sunsets were beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
Beth thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was way more than we expected, but we thot there would be bigger lake access. The pool was so large and well kept. Our family if 20, including grands from 9-19, fit really well in the house. The golf was amazing, as was the pickle ball. We all enjoyed our time there. Bert, the caretaker, was very responsive and helpful when we needed him. But was not intrusive at all. So many different spaces inside and out made our family feel together, but not on top of each other. The kitchen is a little small, but fully functional and well stocked. We had a wonderful time at Tir Na Nog and recommend highly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodations for extended family to have privacy as well as large common areas.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, property and host/management!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I've stayed in maybe 50 VRBOs and this is the BEST one I've experienced. House and grounds are immaculate. Lot of TVs, lots of towels, lots of refrigerators, lots of toilet paper! And the golf course (they provide clubs - most holes are way longer than just pitch and putt!) is a wonderful bonus. As a VRBO owner I know it's hard to think of - and stock - everything your guests need. Daphne did!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We love TNN!

We enjoyed a wonderful extended family weekend over Labor Day. Loved all of the amenities - swimming, tennis, golf, basketball, lounging, and more! Such a great home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Margaret Murphy

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We have owned Tir Na Nog for 50 years and it was a family retreat for many years - now we rent on VRBO so other people can enjoy the beauty and create memories.

Why they chose this property

It was bought as a family retreat back in 1970. It is a very special place hard to believe it is only an hour drive from Chicago.

What makes this property unique

Tennis, private 9 hole pitch/putt course, fishing, relaxing in the many great rooms and reading in the sun on the deck over looking the lake. The pool and fire pit are where families gather and enjoy - the pool is large and there are many areas to sit both in the sun and the shade

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