Waterfront Channel 3Bed 4Bath with Hot Tub Gazebo and Pet Friendly
Welcome to The Habor Hideaway in the heart of Fox Lake! Discover nautical charm in this newly remodeled 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom vacation rental in the heart of Fox Lake, Illinois. Every bedroom has its own ensuite bathroom for the ulitimate privacy! Perfectly positioned on the channelfront to Mineola Bay, this stylish waterfront home offers modern decor and luxury finishes. Enjoy the spacious, private fenced backyard featuring a firepit, gas grill, stunning deck, and your own pier. Whether you’re relaxing on the deck or exploring the bay, this retreat is your ideal adult getaway for comfort and elegance by the water. We just added a new hot tub to enjoy in the back yard under the gazebo.
The large balcony has plenty of seating with a professional natural gas grill
This 1,300 square foot vacation home is nested on a .5 acre of waterfront property. The water is just steps away from the back of the house with your own private pier and backyard. This house is minutes from all enjoyment on the famous Chain O` Lakes.
The main house is a 3 bedroom / 3.5 bathroom house. The patio area is feet away from the waterfront, and an amazing balcony rests on the next level above the water.
Guests will be able to access all parts of the house, yard and garage. The only inaccessible parts of the house are the large storage garage and the utility closet in the basement.
Want some beach time? This property is in an HOA with a private beach on the Bay just a walk away. (Guest Pass required and included in your stay)
Need a boat ramp and slip for your stay? No Problem, we have a boat ramp right next door at Jays Clubhouse, and this property has 1 private slip. We would not recommend any boats above 24`-25`. (Note - Its a narrow boat ramp, good enough for experienced boaters, but risky for inexperienced dockers.)
To drop your watercraft, you can also use the Chain O Lakes State Park ramp, or use local marina ramps for a small fee (recommended).
There is a door camera on the main entry door for your safety and security. There is also a Decibel meter on the property to help keep noise levels under local ordinance levels and keep the neighbors happy.
All communications is through the Vacation Rental platform App. We do have an emergency # on site in the welcome book for the Prperty Managers.
Bring your fishing gear. There is good fishing in Mineola Bay and in channels. Our kids catch large bass, catfish, bluegill and perch right off our pier in the back yard.
This is a popular house for Naval families to visit and cheer on their boot camp grads since it is only a half hour from the Great Lakes Naval base.
This home is designed safe and secure, and is equipped with a Smart Dead Bolt lock that controls check in and check out times, and has a door camera feature to make sure the correct guests are entering our home. All for your safety and to protect our home.
(Winter Alert - Outdoor amenities will be limited in the winter obviously. All of the lawn furniture will have seasonal covers on them, the grill will be covered.)
Welcome to Fox Lake! Known as the Heart of the Chain O’ Lakes, this lively village is a favorite spot for boating, fishing, and making memories on the water. With 15 connected lakes and 45 miles of rivers, there’s always a new place to explore — whether you’re out on a boat, paddling a kayak, or enjoying the view from a lakeside restaurant.
Fox Lake is located in Lake County, IL, a vibrant county nestled along 25 miles of shorline of Lake Michigan on its eastern border and the state of Wisconsin along its northern border. Lake County offers a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts, with nearly 31,000 acres to explore in 65 different forests preserves. There are 170 lakes in the County in whole, thus the name `Lake County`. This is a golfers paradise with 46 golf courses to enjoy. Lake County is a happening place with theme parks, water parks, a 2-mile long mall, dozens of historic downtown areas, and so much more. -This is not safe for swimming here. (It is shallow muddy bottom.) -Avoid casting fishing lines near the parked boats and wave runners. -Do Not disturb or approach any of our neighbors’ homes or yards.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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-This is not safe for swimming here. (It is shallow muddy bottom.)
-Avoid casting fishing lines near the parked boats and wave runners.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Fox Lake
Located in Fox Lake, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Volo Auto Museum and Lakes Historic Society Building are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Six Flags Great America and Jet Funn. Volo Bog State Natural Area and Corn Maze are also worth visiting. With kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Schaumburg Convention Center - 42 min drive - 54.6 km
Woodfield Mall - 44 min drive - 56.0 km
Getting around
Fox Lake Station - 8 min walk
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min walk
Culver's - 2 min drive
Taco Bell - 15 min walk
Dwight House Pub - 5 min drive
Antioch Pizza Shop - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront Channel 3Bed 4Bath with Hot Tub Gazebo and Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Channel 3Bed 4Bath with Hot Tub Gazebo and Pet Friendly?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Channel 3Bed 4Bath with Hot Tub Gazebo and Pet Friendly on 30 May 2026 start from £237, 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 at Waterfront Channel 3Bed 4Bath with Hot Tub Gazebo and Pet Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront Channel 3Bed 4Bath with Hot Tub Gazebo and Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront Channel 3Bed 4Bath with Hot Tub Gazebo and Pet Friendly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront Channel 3Bed 4Bath with Hot Tub Gazebo and Pet Friendly located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Jet Funn and within 6 miles (10 km) of Volo Bog State Natural Area and Chain 'O Lakes State Park. Thomas Memorial County Park and Volo Auto Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km). Fox Lake Station is 8 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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We had a wonderful time on our winter retreat over President's Day. The home was spacious and cozy with comfy beds and a nice kitchen. We loved that each room had its own bathroom PLUS there was a powder room. And the hottub outside was maybe our favorite part! It was nice to be warm and bubbly outside on a cold winter's evening.Reminder to take earplugs as the bar next door exudes some noise next door, but overall, we were sad to leave.
Very clean!! Adequate kitchen for our needs.Location is central to Woodstock, Lake Geneva, Volo, and Gurnee. Very prompt to answer questions or concerns. Could have better seating in the living room. Kinda low and you sink into couch. Hard to get out of. Had a wonderful time!!
We had the most fabulous time. The interior and exterior of the property were beautiful and very well kept. We used the kayaks everyday and it was so much fun looking at the different houses on the channels. I would go back every year.
Great family rental. Paddle boat and kayaks were a nice extra! Home was clean, nicely decorated, and beds were very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay and will return if coming back to the area in the future!
The place was really great. I will book with you again.it had everything. Kayaks, paddle boat, a boat lauch. A pier to tie my boat to. Access to the chain of lakes. All the yard games you could ask for. Conveniently located to shopping and bars.The house was modern and beautifully decorated. With ample bathrooms and kitchen living space. The outsideliving space was incredible with a bonfire pit and bbq and space to eat and socialize.Our host was awesome. Thank you again. It was the perfect retreat to bring my family to to celebrate on the chain of lakes.
We came to this area to attend my grandson's graduation from Navy Bootcamp. The house is modern with all the conveniences in the kitchen to make home cooked meals for our Navy sailor. All of the beds were super comfy. We loved all of the smart TVs and the roominess of the living room and bedrooms. The towels and bed linens were of high quality and added to the comfort. Some geese were swimming on the canal and provided extra entertainment. The owners checked on us frequently and were a joy to work with start to finish. We all said we would definitely book this property again when coming to the area in the future. Thanks for a wonderful mini vacay.
The house was very clean and well laid out. Having en-suite bathrooms for each bedroom was amazing. Any amenity we needed was available. The living room tv did not have a remote but I was able to download a remote app to use. The management did offer to bring another remote over but we declined. It wasn’t a big deal. The hot tub is probably the only full functioning hot tub we have ever experienced at a VRBO! So big props for the hot tub! It was definitely a highlight for the property. We also thoroughly enjoyed the natural gas firepit. I must note that this property shares a lot and parking lot with an extremely loud bar just feet from the house. Loud music and shouting were heard each night until at least midnight yet we found it a bit laughable that the management mentions in numerous places about a city decibel level warning and that our decibel level was being recorded. So we were quiet but sleeping was for sure a challenge with this property and the bar feet from the house is not mentioned in the listing and after the loud music and noise every night you should be told about this in the property listing
Jen T.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Jergensen Enterprises Property Management
What makes this property unique
What makes The Harbor Hideaway unique is several key amentities that most other vacation rentals do not have: #1 - Natural Gas Grill and Firepitt (Guests just simply turn on and light, no need to buy firewood, charcoal or propane) #2 - Pet Friendly - The owners are dog lovers and will allow your dogs to join you. (Most rentals do not allow pets) #3 - Hot Tub Gazebo - A 4-5 person hot tub is in the back yard entertainment area with a gazebo over it for enjoyment most of the year. #4 - 3 Ensuite bathrooms - Each bedroom has its own ensuite bathroom #5 - It has waterfront access with its own private pier if your bring a boat in the warmer months. #6 - Kayaks for all to enjoy in the garage