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The Lake Place at Apple Canyon Lake

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and overlooking a body of water.
An outdoor wedding venue with white tables and chairs, hanging chandeliers, and greenery.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, a fireplace, and a cozy seating area.
A wooden staircase leading into a forested area with trees and greenery.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a deck, and a view of a body of water.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an onsite pool table.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Apple Canyon Lake
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Waterpark access
  • Swimming pool
  • On-site fitness center
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Apple River, IL
  • Place, Apple Canyon Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 - Upper King

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Main King

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - Main Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - Lower Bunk 1

2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5 - Lower Bunk 2

1 Twin Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper Bath - Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Lake Place at Apple Canyon Lake

Note: The 4th of July fireworks and community festivities at Apple Canyon Lake will be celebrated on Saturday, June 27, 2026.

The Lake Place is 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a 3-season room plus several outdoor areas for your enjoyment including a large fire pit. There are 3 levels: Upstairs, Main floor and Lower Level walkout.

Upstairs
Primary Bed - King
Full bath
Office/Workspace
Owner's Storage & Attic entry (NO ACCESS for Guests)

Main floor
Main floor Bed 1 - King
Main floor Bed 2 - Queen
Full bath
Kitchen/Dining
Living Room
3 Season Room
Grill Deck

Lower Level
Lower Bed 1 - Twin over Full bunk + twin
Lower Bed 2 - Full over Full bunk + twin
Full bath
Hangout/gaming area
Laundry
Owner’s Storage x2 (NO ACCESS for Guests)

For the chef, you will find Gap Home dinnerware, 2 Weber gas grills, Wusthof knives, quality pans and cookware by All-Clad and Calphalon, a double basket air fryer, baking sheets, cutting boards, blender, food processor, hand mixer, Kitchen-Aid stand mixer, French coffee press, coffee grinder, traditional and K-Cup coffee maker, tea kettle and more.

When it’s time for sleep, rest easy on comfortable beds with medium/firm memory foam mattresses, cozy sheets, soft blankets and warm duvets.

Games, games, games!
For outdoors, we have bocce, can jam, frisbee and cornhole. There’s space to play cornhole on our huge deck or you can play in the yard. We also have a hoop and a basketball so grab your favorite baller and play some PIG. If you like pickleball, grab the gear from the entry closet and head to the courts, a 2 minute walk away by trail or by road.

For indoors, we have a pool table, dart board, Golden Tee, a portable craps table, poker chips, 2 chess sets, checkers, dice, marble solitaire, tic/tac/toe, Uno and cards. And if you like board games, we’ve got Monopoly, Taboo, Oh Snap, cribbage, Utter Nonsense, Apples to Apples, Beat the Parents and many more.

Included with your stay, all registered guests can enjoy the community pool, fitness center and Nixon beach. An amenity tag is included with your stay and is required for each guest for access. Hours and availability are provided upon booking.

Boaters can enjoy beautiful Apple Canyon Lake, even if you don’t have a boat! Reservations available and required for a boat/pontoon rental thru the Marina for full or half days. Additional fees apply. Subject to availability. Contact us for details.

Golfers can walk or cart our great 9-hole course. Contact us for details to reserve your tee time and golf cart thru the Pro Shop. Additional fees apply. Subjection to availability. Contact us for details.

Walkers, hikers and mountain bikers have access to our 13 mile trail system that wraps around Apple Canyon Lake; you’ll note the trail is at the base of the property. Keep your eyes and ears open as you share this trail with others including golf carts and UTVs that also access the trail.

If you like to fish, get up before the sun to catch a sunrise and your fill of bass, bluegill, catfish and walleye. Bring your pole and purchase a fishing license at the Marina. Please be courteous to the community and use the designated areas by the Marina for cleaning and fish waste removal.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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
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Events

No events allowed
$1000 fine plus actual repair/replacement charges
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Pets

No pets allowed
Service Animals as required by law; Emotional Supp
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$1000 fine plus actual odor remediation charges
We require a Refundable Security Deposit Hold and signed Renter Agreement for all reservations.
All guests in reservation must agree to abide by and follow the House Rules.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1012
Property # 3314175
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: $1000 fine plus actual repair/replacement charges
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Apple River

Located in Apple River, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. Apple River Fort and Badger Mine and Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course and Eagle Ridge Resort Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Apple River, IL

What's nearby

  • Apple Canyon Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 37 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 39 min drive - 44.3 km
  • Grant Home - 40 min drive - 44.6 km
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 52 min drive - 58.1 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bushel & Peck's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Cove - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Bat Cave South - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dover Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Riley's Cove - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Lake Place at Apple Canyon Lake have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lake Place at Apple Canyon Lake?

As of Oct 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lake Place at Apple Canyon Lake on Oct 19, 2026 start from $722, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Lake Place at Apple Canyon Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lake Place at Apple Canyon Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lake Place at Apple Canyon Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lake Place at Apple Canyon Lake located?

This family-friendly Apple River vacation home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course and Apple Canyon Lake. Apple River and Apple River Canyon State Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House really needs a good cleaning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 12, 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry that the cleanliness of the home didn’t meet the standard we want every guest to experience. We truly value feedback like yours, as it helps us identify where improvements are needed. Since your stay, we’ve brought on a new professional cleaning service and are confident this change will help ensure the home is consistently fresh, clean, and welcoming for every guest. We appreciate your visit and hope you were still able to enjoy your time at the lake. Thank you again for helping us make The Lake Place even better!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Activities for all ages, host was very easy to get a hold of, just as advertised, would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic extended weekend stay on the lake!

We picked this house for our annual family retreat. Great house, plenty of room, and lots of activities close by!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family property

The property was a great place for our family. The house has plenty of space for everyone and all the amenities you need for your stay. The host is very helpful and makes the stay easy and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2025
Thank you, Betsy for the wonderful review. We'd love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for a most enjoyable stay it was an excellent location for our family wedding at Oak Hill. I would highly recommend this Home for family and her friend rentals. Everything about this was just perfect thank you for letting us stay at your gorgeous home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 17, 2025
You were wonderful guests. We are so happy you had a great stay - Thank you for choosing The Lake Place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this property. Members of our group enjoyed the pickleball court. We also enjoyed the pool. There are some hiking trails in the area that people enjoyed and it even got cooler our last night so we could use the fire pit. It is close to Galena and guest can go over and shop or walk around. As with any property, occasionally things can require maintenance. We had a minor issue in one of the three showers. We contacted the host and she was very attentive to our request and took steps to rectify the issue immediately. It was fixed with very little hassle and we were back to enjoying our stay. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2026
Thanks, John. Appreciate your review. You were great guests: followed house rules, quick to communicate, flexible and understanding when an issue arose with the house. Recommend to other hosts and would host again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic 4th Weekend Home

We had a fantastic stay over the 4th of July weekend with three families sharing the home. The house was spacious and thoughtfully stocked with essentials like toilet paper, paper towels, and plenty of bath towels—which was so appreciated with a large group!The layout is perfect for multiple families, offering both privacy and great communal spaces. The bunk rooms on the lower level were a huge hit with the kids, giving them their own space to hang out and sleep.Our friends visiting from Texas and California fell in love with the charm of Apple Canyon Lake. The Texans especially loved relaxing in the 3-seasons room—it was a perfect spot for morning coffee or evening chats.We’d absolutely recommend this home and would not hesitate to book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2025
Thank you, Amy! We are so glad everyone had a good stay at The Lake Place! We'd love to have you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and property were beautiful. Bedrooms on three different levels gave a nice degree of separation for our kids and grandkids. The pool at Apple Canyon Lake was a wonderful place for the kids (and adults) - also lots of shaded seating options. Pizza from the nearby Pro Club the first night we arrived was great.The kitchen was well-stocked (very generously) with basic staples, lots of dishes, glasses, pans, etc.We enjoyed several meals seated at the two picnic tables on the deck, and the kids enjoyed playing bags, blowing bubbles, chasing fireflies in the yard.Host Kat's helpful replies to ALL my inquiries before, and during, our stay were appreciated. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 3, 2026
Thank you! And thank you for being such wonderful guests. We appreciate your communication and respect of the home. Consider us again for your next family gathering; we’d love to have you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kat

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We are Laurus Vacation Properties, a husband/wife team who are dedicated to making your stay a memorable one. During your stay, we are available via text/email/phone for questions or emergencies.

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