Holiday rentals with lake access in Illinois

Had a wonderful family getaway for the weekend with our college kids. Plenty of room for all 6 of us and our dog. Enjoyed bird watching and the beautiful sunrises. And area hikes. Kids had a blast with the kayaks. Thankyou Greg! Hope to be back again soon.

Tucked along the quiet northern edge of Antioch, this house doesn’t just offer a place to stay - it gives you something to feel. Vaulted ceilings, custom barnwood beds, and raw concrete countertops set the tone: warm, solid, and built with intent. The private beach isn’t flashy - it’s better. Soft sand, still water, and no reason to rush. Grill outside, gather at the big family-style table, then sweat it all out in the sauna that feels like it was made to erase stress. The beds hit the sweet spot between firm and forgiving. Every corner of the place feels curated without being pretentious. Jewel is just up the road if you need supplies, but you’ll quickly forget the outside world exists. And Waylon? The kind of host you rarely get - quick to respond, genuinely helpful, and fully dialed in without hovering. This isn’t just a weekend rental - it’s the kind of place that makes you rethink how you spend your time off. You’ll leave better than you arrived.

We were in town for a few days for some high school baseball games and to visit ISU and Bradley. Even though we were gone most of the day, it was SO nice coming back to Annabelle's in the evenings to unwind and relax. It's a beautiful cottage on the water that was clean, roomy, and full of amenities. Annabelle was friendly and accommodating even though nothing went wrong and everything in the cottage was better than described. The area was quiet and the view was INCREDIBLE. Even saw a bald and golden eagle outside in the early morning hours (and found binoculars too).

We used it as a base to explore the rest of the area and could have stayed for much longer discovering all the sights. It was nice to come back to all the creature comforts of home (including a dishwasher!) and the canoes were a nice bonus. Clean and cozy place for exploring the area. Yes it's by the railroad. Bring your melatonin and white noise machines, the trains do blow whistles often. Do check out Timmermans Supper Club you can see from the house across the water for a fancier dinner out. Don't miss the river walk down to Star Brewery in Dubuque, IA + historic shot tower. And for a dinner + entertainment we enjoyed Frank O'Dowds Irish pub in Galena. We also explored Maquoketa caves and took the Fenelon place elevator ride for a picturesque view of the city. Location is a little more in a run-down type area by the tracks, but the house itself is updated and clean inside. Several security cameras are used reducing the feeling of privacy, but safer for belongings.

We recently had the pleasure of staying at this waterfront property on Fox Lake with our three dogs. The home offers direct access to the lake, providing a serene and picturesque setting for a relaxing getaway. The house comfortably accommodated our group, featuring three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The interior was clean and well-maintained, offering all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. The kitchen was well-equipped, allowing us to prepare meals with ease. Our dogs enjoyed the spacious yard and the proximity to the lake. The neighborhood was peaceful, making it ideal for morning walks with our pets. Additionally, the property's location provided convenient access to local attractions and dining options in Fox Lake. The host was responsive and accommodating, ensuring our check-in process was smooth and that we had everything we needed throughout.

Had a wonderful time. Probably one of the nicest and most peaceful airbnbs we’ve been to. Highly recommend! 10/10 hospitality and kindness!

Very Beautiful Home with a fantastic View. A peaceful and tranquil spot that my partner and I enjoyed. Host was responsive and really helpful. Would definitely recommend for any who is looking for quiete get away. Will a book Again in The Future.👍🏽

So many wonderful things about this place. The master bedroom is exceptional. All the oak floors upstairs are super nice. The view is spectacular! Grill worked perfectly. We appreciated the hospitality! Thank you!

My family and I had such a fun time here for a week visiting family for Easter break. We’re from the city and we loved mchenry and how it was close to so many shops for breakfast, dinner. Ice cream, laundry etc. We were also very close to family and church. Lovely neighborhood with a park across the street. Plenty of room in the apt for my kiddos to run around. I particularly loved that the floors and doors weren’t squeaky and made noise. This is our bi-yearly place from now on.

We really enjoyed staying at this place - it was clean and comfortable, and the location is fantastic. Elizabeth was very responsive and a great host. We would stay here again!

Kevin and Jamie were so responsive and helpful! So so kind!!! Truly a peaceful place - I can not wait to visit again!!

I had an amazing time staying at this adorable Airbnb in Lincoln Park! The space was just as cute and cozy as the photos, and everything was super clean and well-maintained. Jessica was incredibly welcoming and responsive, which made the whole experience even better. The location was perfect—tucked into a charming neighborhood but still super convenient for exploring the city. I was able to catch a Cubs game at Wrigley Field and stroll through Millennium Park to see the Cloud Gate (the Bean), all without any hassle. I’d absolutely stay here again next time I’m in Chicago. Highly recommend!

Happy I found this listing and stayed. great Host, cummicated and was exactly as advertised. good location a few blocks from downtown 10-15 minutes walking. would definitely stay again.

Had a good stay. Host was kind and very responsive. Place is very clean and comfy. Kitchen has all you need appliances. Super happy there was coffee! Bit away from downtown. Expect a $15-25 dollar cab ride.

The place was great, had a great location. It was actually nicer than the photos! Perfect space for a couple.

This was a beautiful place with an excellent view of Lake Michigan. Both rooms had comfortable beds and setup with everything you need. Kitchen is well stocked, but we mostly ordered Grub Hub, lol. Loved spending time here and great place to hangout and chat with friends. It is right on the water and we really enjoyed watching the waves crash against the barrier. It is on the 2nd floor, but the stairs are not bad at all. Felt very safe and having the parking space is a great perk. Very commutative and checked in with us to make sure everything was fine. Would definitely stay here again!

Lovely house on the lake. The house is on three levels, so lots of space to spread out. The host was very communicative, supplied us with lots of recommendations, and was responsive. Overall a 5-star experience. Loved the deck to hang out on.

Cute little cottage, great for fishing. Very clean. Great location for what we were doing & where we were going to be.

Great place to stay. Quiet,well taken care of home. lots of space. Everything you need for a nice vacation, will stay again when daughter and grandson are on vacation . They are from Florida and loved seeing the sun sets.

Clean, easy check in, no huge cleaning fee. Few DVDs she had there came in handy because service went out due to a storm. Coffee in kitchen was awesome! Hot tub worked and very clean!! Fishing off the bank, caught several bass!! Peaceful getaway!

Very easy to work with. A really nice roomy basement with additional fridge and plenty of sleeping space. Wood was left for fire and everything clean and everything was as promised.

Great place! My crew and I stayed for a week working in the area and this was perfect, just as described.the neighborhood was very quiet and the house was clean, we will definitely stay again!

We loved our stay and are already dreaming about returning! The cottage is beautiful and the hosts are so kind and welcoming! They did not forget single detail! What a fantastic getaway spot!!

Great place on the like. We loved it