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Fox River House

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A deck with outdoor seating, a view of a lake, and a wooden staircase.
A two-story house with a covered patio and a staircase leading to a deck.
A single-story house with a wooden deck and stairs leading to a covered porch.
A spacious living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a gas stove, a refrigerator, and a window providing natural light.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Accommodating 9 guests, this vacation home features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It includes 1 separate living room and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Families can explore nearby rafting, mountain biking, and birdwatching, while Silver Springs State Park and Farnsworth House offer additional attractions. Golf enthusiasts will find options close by.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Toys
  • Onsite parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Plano, IL
  • Place, Silver Springs State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Raging Waves Waterpark
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Route 66 Raceway
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Futon

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fox River House

Relax with your family and friends at this peaceful place!
Enjoy beautiful Fox River in the back yard. Relax on the firepit, and yes we got the firewood on side for you FREE, all you need is marshmallows! The house is minutes away from downtown Yorkville, Raging Waves Waterpark and right next to beautiful Silver Springs park. There are ton of fun activities and places to explore around! The nearby towns offer great restaurants and events.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please make sure the firepit is put out.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests must respect the neighborhood and not be loud after 10pm.
The House is at the river and surrounded by nature. Guest must not leave trash at and round the property.
Since the road to the property is the only road access the neighboring houses have, guests must not block it.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3848199vb
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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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

About the area

Plano

Located in Plano, this holiday home is near a water park. Farnsworth House and Fabyan Villa Museum & Japanese Garden are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at RiverEdge Park and Shabbona Lake State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Raging Waves Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Grundy County Speedway. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Plano, IL

What's nearby

  • Silver Springs State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Raging Waves Waterpark - 12 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Chicago Premium Outlets - 28 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Northern Illinois University - 40 min drive - 72.0 km
  • Route 66 Raceway - 47 min drive - 76.8 km

Getting around

  • Plano Station - 10 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Suzy's Pizza - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fox River House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fox River House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fox River House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fox River House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fox River House located?

Located in Plano, this family-friendly holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Farnsworth House, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Raging Waves Waterpark and Fox Valley Winery. Sugar Grove Family Fun Center is 10 mi (16 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was highly impressed with everything! From the cleanliness of the house, the location and the communication with the hosts, it made our stay absolutely incredible! I wish we could have stayed longer and been able to enjoy everything the house had to offer. I loved the peacefulness being on the river brought. Being from a very busy city, it was just what I needed. I highly recommend this property and these hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Really enjoy the stay very quite very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a place that fit everyone’s needs. Brought fishing gear and had great family time in the open floor plan. Hosts were super sweet!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2026
Thank you again for choosing our place. We are grateful to have great guests like you . We hope you visit us again! Your hosts Jimmy and Anna
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place, great host!

Enjoyed our stay, place was as advertised, and Jimmy/Anna were great hosts! Really enjoyed being outdoors, and the views of the river. Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2024
Thank you for the kind words and tank you for recognizing our efforts. It is pleasure hosting you and your friends. Welcome back anytime. Thanks for being a super guest!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay at Fox River was so relaxing and serene. If we're ever in the area again we will definitely check here first. We had a little trouble finding the exact spot but mostly because it was dark and raining when we arrived. The instructions for getting in were easy to follow. The place was immaculate & the hosts were very conscientious to detail. We needed nothing while we were there (except groceries). Sitting by the river in the morning sipping my green tea was a great way to start the day. The beds were comfy. I slept well. Hubby cooked and made good use of the kitchen while I was in training most of the day. He had no complaints about the kitchen. The hosts checked in upon our arrival to make sure everything went smoothly and again before we left. I was super impressed with the entire experience. Thank you for making us feel at home 10 hours from home!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family visit

Very clean and comfortable beds. Had everything we needed and lots more. We will stay again next time we are in town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2024
Thanks again and again for choosing our place. You are great and very respectful guests. It is pleasure to have you any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great hosts, clean property, nice getaway

We enjoyed staying here and watching the fireworks on the river. The property was clean and the neighbors were very friendly. My husband and son enjoyed the fishing, just use plenty of bug spray because it’s not just the fish biting around there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family weekend

We enjoyed a nice relaxing weekend by the river and the kids loved it! They didn't want to leave when it was time to go, we would definitely recommend and come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2024
Thank you again for keeping the place so clean. You are truly super guests!! I highly recommend you. You are welcome to visit anytime. Best of wishes. Jimmy and Anna
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding Weekend

The property was very well kept and was a great place to stay while attending a wedding nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2024
Thank you for keeping the place so clean. And thank you for recognize our effort!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home away from home!

The River House was exactly what we needed for our family, and more! The space was great for our 4, 2, and 1 year old, and the kitchen was super easy to work out of. The hosts put so many thoughtful details into the space and had extremely quick and helpful communication. We will definitely stay here again anytime we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan 2025
We are truly grateful for your visit. The plase was treated very respectfully. Thank you for all the care. You are always welcome.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jimmy and Anna were very welcoming and responsive! The property is beautiful. The home is neat, spacious, and comes with everything you could think of. Very quiet and peaceful area. Staying along the Fox River was so much fun- fishing, walks, relaxing outside. We often saw Eagles flying behind the house quite a few deer. One was even walking across the river and the kids loved seeing that!Highly recommend this space, even if you’re a local that just wants a relaxing weekend getaway fishing!
Stayed 33 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing getaway

Beautiful scenic view of the river. First time fishing for my son, who absolutely adored it! Thank you for the host for being so generous and letting us borrow his fishing supplies. Neighbors were nice. The state park was fun to visit too. We grilled, made s'mores, relaxed, and had an amazing long weekend. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thanks again for being a super guest! Maki and his family are some of the most respectful, clean and friendly people we ever hosted. Thank you for that!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fox River

We have stayed at many places, this place takes the cake! The owners had everything you would ever need. The communication was great also! My family and I enjoyed sitting by river and staying warm by the fire (again everything you need, yes even fire wood. The home and the grounds were very clean as well. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2024
Wow We thank you a million for the kind words. Thank you for recognizing our efforts. You are always welcome it is an honor hosting you ! Best of wishes to you and everyone around you !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic family river time

The house is perfect for river life. We were able to accommodate our large family easily. The place is perfect for eating and relaxing. The fishing was great. Plenty of activities for all ages in the evenings after a long day playing in the area. We really enjoyed all aspects of the property. Jimmy and Anna obviously put a lot of love into this place. Highly recommend this to all
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Fantastic outdoor spaces. We appreciated the thoughtful touches. The space was exactly as described. We loved sitting with our feet in the river. There were six adults in our group; We spent most of our weekend hanging out at the house and it was more than comfortable. The beds were good. The futon was comfortable to sit on but not to sleep on (just an FYI).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2024
Thank you so much for the feedback. We hope to see you again. Thanks for choosing our place.

About the host

Hosted by Jimmy and Anna

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What makes this property unique

Our house is one of only 4 houses to be this close to the Fox river. This special place creates many great moments and memories. Every moment my family spends at the river house is a moment of true magic. At our place you are surrounded by nature and you feel in harmony with life. The river flow down stream and somehow takes all the negative buildup down with it. To us this place is special and we believe that the right thing to do is share it so many others feel it’s magic.

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