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Lakefront Retreat Sleeps 12, Hot Tub, Boats, 1Gig Fibre, Pets, Wilmot Ski

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Tranquil patio with raised views flows to lake shore with two piers & fire pit
Outdoor dining
Marina
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Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bristol, WI
  • Place, Voltz Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cross Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Windmill Creek Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower ¡ Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower ¡ Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Retreat Sleeps 12, Hot Tub, Boats, 1Gig Fibre, Pets, Wilmot Ski

Discover the perfect lakeside getaway just an hour from both Chicago and Milwaukee. Nestled on scenic Lake Shangrila, our fully equipped home sleeps up to 12 guests and combines comfort, convenience, and fun. Enjoy direct lake access with a private pier, hot tub, firepit, and plenty of space indoors and out to relax or entertain. With year-round attractions nearby, it’s the ideal retreat for families, friends, and remote workers alike.

The home offers multiple picturesque views of the water and a patio complete with a hot tub, firepit, outdoor dining, and a Blackstone grill. You'll be just steps from the lake, with a private pier for fishing and a small beach for easy water access. Guests also have access to 3 kayaks and a paddleboard, and for an additional cost, you can rent the pontoon.

Inside, the home features a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances and extras like a coffee maker, blender, toaster, and air fryer. There are 4 bedrooms (2 kings, 3 queens, and 2 twins) and 2 full bathrooms, plus central AC/heat, ceiling fans, and an electronic fireplace. A washer and dryer are also provided for your convenience. Each room includes a smart TV with access to popular streaming services, and you can enjoy music throughout the home with our Sonos sound system.

The home offers 1 Gig fiber Internet with symmetrical upload and download speeds, making it ideal for remote work. There are 3 desks with dedicated workspaces for up to 4 people, in addition to the dining room table.

For indoor entertainment, the garage has been converted into a versatile game room with a TV, ping-pong table, darts board, mini basketball hoop, bags, and other games. We also provide board games and puzzles for all ages.

The driveway has an incline, but it easily accommodates parking for up to six cars.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

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, birthday parties, weddings

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

As you check out please start a load of washing. And, if time, maybe even start them drying. This gets the cleaners off to a great start as they prepare the house for the next guests.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 585001
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
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

Bristol

Located in Bristol, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. Parrot's Cove Marina and Bristol Oaks Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Raven Glen Forest Preserve and Turtle Wetlands. Traveling with kids? Consider Six Flags Great America, or check out an event or a game at Antioch Ampitheater. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Bristol, WI

What's nearby

  • Voltz Lake - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cross Lake - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Windmill Creek Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Centenial Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Rock Lake - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Antioch Station - 8 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anastasias Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Trevor Creek Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ralph's Ace of Hearts - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wings Etc. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Colony House Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Retreat Sleeps 12, Hot Tub, Boats, 1Gig Fibre, Pets, Wilmot Ski pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Retreat Sleeps 12, Hot Tub, Boats, 1Gig Fibre, Pets, Wilmot Ski?

As of May 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Retreat Sleeps 12, Hot Tub, Boats, 1Gig Fibre, Pets, Wilmot Ski on May 20, 2026 start from $729, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Retreat Sleeps 12, Hot Tub, Boats, 1Gig Fibre, Pets, Wilmot Ski?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Retreat Sleeps 12, Hot Tub, Boats, 1Gig Fibre, Pets, Wilmot Ski?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Retreat Sleeps 12, Hot Tub, Boats, 1Gig Fibre, Pets, Wilmot Ski located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bristol vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Voltz Lake, Cross Lake, and Windmill Creek Park. Centenial Park and Gedge Brothers Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
8 people and our dogs were able to come together for an unforgettable weekend. One of our favorite lake trips! The location is amazing with plenty of shops within 10-15 minutes. The ping pong in the garage turned into a tournament that brought out hilarious competition. Kayaking and the hot tub were peak relaxation. Wonderful experience. We cannot wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barrie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 3, 2025
So happy to make it a great trip for you and your group Barrie and glad you enjoyed the house and the boat! Hope to see you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

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

Great Stay

Fantastic stay, nice home, helpful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 5, 2025
It was our pleasure to host you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! The house was clean and perfect for our family. The kids enjoyed fishing on the pier and had a blast tubing on the lake. We all loved the boat. The host was friendly and quick to answer our questions. We hope to come back next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 18, 2025
You are so welcome Deborah. We were pleased to host you and hope you come back for another great time on Lake Shangrila next year
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 9 family members who came from 3 different states. We enjoyed the beautiful view and the access to the kayaks, paddle boards, and the pontoon boat. The house is well stocked with all of the essentials one would need to cook meals at home. Our host was very responsive and ensured we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2025
Thank you for your review. We are grateful you chose lake Shangrila, so enjoyed hosting you and would love to welcome you back next year
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Beautiful views.

We stayed for four nights with family and soon to be in-laws. Had a great time, everyone loved the rental, the backyard and the pontoon we rented for a relaxing day on the water.The kitchen had nice quantities of plates, silverware and glasses. Will was a great host and immediately answered my text looking for info. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

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

Perfect Retreat

The host has thought of every detail. Very comfortable, including the beds. We stayed in March but I could see how perfect this location would be in the summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Wilmont Ski Weekend

We had a great time at this property! It was clean and comfy with great views. Located about 15 mins from Wilmont was great for our family and friends to use the hot tub and recuperate after a long day of skiing! The host is very communicative and thoughtful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Girls weekend

The property definitely had a secluded feel despite being in a neighborhood. Overall the place was very clean and organized and just what we were looking for! Everyone had a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 26, 2024
Thank you for your kind response Mary and we are delighted that you had a good time and that the home worked well for you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

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

Family fun with swimming and fishing

The house was great, very clean, comfortable,and well equipped. We used the pontoon boat for swimming and fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 2, 2023
Thank you Richard for your kind review. We appreciated your visit and welcome you back anytime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great

Just perfect for family time. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Family Time

We had a wonderful time. Perfect location, clean house, plenty of room for 6 adults, 1 teenager and 3 little ones. My kids and grandkids would like to go back again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2020
You would be so welcome back Linda. Our pleasure to host you on the lake.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake J.

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

Great property!!!

Great Lake house with tons of amenities. Sonos speakers though out the house, fire pit, hot tub, black stone grill and multiple kayaks. We rented the pontoon as well which was amazing to have. Will was super responsive both before and during our stay. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Perfect getaway!

Had a great time at his beautiful cottage! The house is spacious and a perfect little retreat. Will was extremely accessible in case we had any questions. Very kid friendly. Couldn't have asked for a better trip. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2020
The pleasure was ours Laura. Thank you for coming to Lake Shangrila and we love how much you loved the property and location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Family Vacation

The property felt like being home, very relaxing and we felt most welcomed by the owner. We all had a great time using the pontoon boat for cruising, fishing, and swimming at the sand bar. Everyone wants to know when we are going to go again. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 22, 2021
Glad you had a nice time and enjoyed yourselves. This is why I love making the home available!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neal K.

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

Family Fun

The property was wonderful and had everything we needed. It has been a hot summer and unfortunately the lake was green with algae with lots of dead fish. Something the owner has no control over.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 5, 2024
Thank you Neal for your kind review. And yes the timing of your visit coincided with a couple of extraordinary events in terms of the lake water which is of course usually very nice. No one has seen an event like this before and it has actually already cleared up
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

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

Skiing Getaway!

We had a wonderful time! The place was great and just as described! While the temperatures dipped down into the negative numbers, we had the best time on the nearby slopes and enjoyed the hot tub, heated garage, fireplace, and black-stone. The house had everything we needed. We cooked all our meals for the weekend there and the kitchen was well stocked. Thank you for helping us make wonderful memories with family and friends!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

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

Wonderful lake getaway!

A large group of us went here for a girls' weekend before a wedding, and we had a fantastic time. The lake is great for swimming, and the property is beautiful with a firepit we used for s'mores. The house was set up really nicely for big groups, with plenty of seating inside where we could all be together chatting and hanging out, and a big table on the patio where we all fit to eat meals outdoors. There were plenty of comfy beds with fantastic mattresses and comforters so we all slept great! Will was very flexible and responsive to messages and let us have a late checkout since no one was coming in after us, which made our last day so much easier and more pleasant. We loved our time at Lake Shangri-La and would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 12, 2023
Thank you Anne. We appreciate your kind review and are so happy that our house worked out so well for you all. Please do come back to our Aspen Shores on Lake Shangrila
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lucile R.

I truly recommend this place for families

I truly recommend this place for families who want to spend a relaxing time. We had a great time at the lake house! The small community around is so quiet. Kayaking and swimming was fun ! The stores aren't too far by car, the house is well equipped for bbq and preparing meals. We were 11 people but didn't feel that it. They were a lot of spaces in the family room and outside to relax and enjoy a good time for our 3 families. Inside table is for 6 though, not for 12 people. Dinner time could have been tricky if everyone wanted to seat around the table. We had the teens having dinner before the adults and it went well. The bedrooms are great, beds are comfortable. We definitely enjoyed our stay!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
Lucile and his guests were awesome! Kept great communication and left our home clean and tidy. Much recommended and welcomed back anytime. 5 star guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Amazing week!

This place was fabulous!! We immediately felt at home in Will’s clean, comfortable, well-stocked house with the great deck and lovely lake view. We rented the pontoon and enjoyed fishing and boating. We also used Will’s kayaks, paddle board and huge floating mat (“Lily pad”) a lot. The new, sturdy stairs into the water were a huge bonus- many lake places don’t have that. My 86 year old mom and my young grandson could get into the water easily! There’s a nice ping-ping table, firepit, firewood, and a cozy hot tub. Communication from start to finish was excellent!! Will was VERY responsive and helpful. The location was super, because my daughter and son-in-law could easily zip back to their home/work in Chicago as needed, and my son was able to fly in from Florida and it was a short trip from O’Hare. The lake was very close to grocery stores and convenient to go see the impressive water ski show in Twin Lakes and go to bars/restaurants on nearby Fox Lake and Lake Marie. Antioch is a cute town as well. I highly recommend Will’s awesome house on Lake Shangrila!!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Monica M.

STAY AWAY!

STAY AWAY!! The owner is as uncooperative and unethical as they come. Once we were told that the owner Will intended to keep our entire security deposit ($$$$$) for a completely accidental car oil leak on their (EXTREMELY STEEP) driveway, we requested he provide us with documentation for the attempted cleaning. He ultimately refused to provide us ANY detail: he would not tell us how he attempted to clean it (which makes me wonder how hard he tried to clean it, if at all) or how much it cost him (which makes me think he spent very little money on an oil cleaner from Home Depot). He refused saying only that the oil stain would not come out and that he was keeping the security deposit for the “inconvenience.” I even went so far as to try to schedule a professional cleaning company to come out to his property to try to get the stain out as long as he paid for the service out of the security deposit. He just went radio silent. The real kicker though is that we purchased the VRBO insurance which would reimburse us for the full amount if he were to provide them with an invoice. The insurance company has reached out to him asking for an invoice but he refuses to do so (likely because he did not spend any significant money actually trying to remove the stain and has no justification for keeping the large security deposit). Two months later we are still trying to work with the insurance company but until Will agrees to cooperate, we continue to be out the full security deposit. He can keep the deposit, just provide the insurance company with an invoice! This whole interaction has completely soured the experience we had at his lakehouse which has also seen better days: - The pontoon boat clearly had not been cleaned before our use with SUBSTANTIAL green algea growing on the deck which we had to clean ourselves. It also had less than a 1/4 of gas in it which prevented us from using it as much as we’d like - The poor kiddos got bitten up by bugs from sleeping in the "kids room" -The outside grill was filthy; it had not been cleaned for a long time - The pier had some loose/rotting boards - whole sections of the yard were overgrown with weeds -and there were also other misc issues (e.g.; the fridge had door shelves that kept falling off; unknown to us almost all of the clean bath towels were in the dryer which we only discovered when we were leaving, etc.) We've rented many lakehouses and have NEVER encountered an owner like this. Not worth the hassle
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
I was very saddened to receive this unfair and completely uncharacteristic review. Especially as I tried so hard to work with their party even though they showed such little respect for our home and took so little care of the property and the boat that I included in the rental. Hopefully it is apparent that this review is completely out of place with all my other reviews which are mostly 5 star and which talk about the cleanliness of the property, the quality of our communication and the joyful times that our guests have at peaceful Lake Shangrila. Many guests so enjoyed their stay that they have returned on multiple occasions. The facts are that this guest drove away without informing us about the damage that they had done to the driveway. Nor had they made any attempt to cure the issue. Had we known, we could have responded faster and cleanup would have been more effective. After considerable unsatisfactory communication about the matter, we took it upon ourselves to make good on the clean up and returned 100% of the guests deposit. All guests may be assured that we make every effort to make the experience enjoyable. In addition; we communicate in a timely fashion, address any issues that arise and make the guests stay a priority before, during and after their visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dmytro R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place! Will return there for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Neil C.

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

Fun!

Had such a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolina R.

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

Small getaway

This property was perfect for my group, inside and outside activities were great, and definitely would love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Will Scott

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I work hard and I play hard and Lake Shangrila has been the perfect place to work, play and relax. I also travel extensively so the house is usually available to rent but it is a home too so expect a mix of clean, tidy and homely. If in a different timezone, I may be slower to respond. Contact my co-host Chloe at 630-229-1085 if so.

Why they chose this property

Our neighborhood is beautiful and wrapped around the lake. Also full of great and friendly neighbors that care about the lake and our environment. Having a lake house retreat less than an hour from O'Hare airport is wonderful for families and memories are made here.

What makes this property unique

Property has beautiful panoramic views of the lake and direct lake access with a small beach and 2 piers, 1 of which can be used by your guest boat. Enjoy the hot tub, Blackstone grill, yard games all lakeside and depending on weather we have ping pong and hangout in the agrage with its own TV.

Also unique is our large inclined driveway with parking for up to 6 cars.

Located 15 miles from attractions such as Gurnee Mall, Six Flags Great America and Keylime Cove. Lipizzan Horse shows and Twin Lakes Waterski shows are featured twice per week nearby. In addition the Bristol Renaissance Fair occurs every weekend from Memorial Day through Labor Day just 10 minutes away.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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