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Huge Lake Retreat Spa near Lk Geneva, Wilmot, Gurnee- Swimming, Fishing, Boating

Grill and chill on our lake view patio with firepit

Spacious Main house, huge screen room, garage. 5 bedrooms- sleeps 12

Kitchen is newly renovated and completely stocked for cooking and entertaining

Lots of seating at our handcrafted walnut table

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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 163000 sq ft

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Explore the area

12718 229th Ave, Bristol, WI, 53104

Chain 'O Lakes State Park
‪13 min drive‬
Bristol Renaissance Faire
‪15 min drive‬
Six Flags Great America
‪27 min drive‬
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Main Bedroom Main Level- King Purple Mattress

1 King Bed

Main Level Bunk Room

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Main Level Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Walk-out level Queen Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Walk-Out level Queen Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Main Bedroom ensuite bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main level Bathroom

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

Walk-out level Bathroom with huge double shower room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Huge Lake Retreat Spa near Lk Geneva, Wilmot, Gurnee- Swimming, Fishing, Boating

Get away from it all at your perfect LAKE HOUSE SPA RETREAT! You will be able to relax and unwind at our 2.5 acre property with sprawling lawn, towering oaks and huge lake frontage, and perfect sunsets. Soak in the natural beauty and enjoy the gift of each other.

Main House sleeps 12:

5 BEDROOMS with 8 beds in all
King Main bedroom
3 Queen bedrooms
Bunk room- 2 twins over fulls, smart TV
Great mattresses- NO SOFA BEDSin common spaces pretending to be bedrooms. :)
Closet, dresser, and extra blankets in each room.

3 full BATHS:
Main bath has jacuzzi tub with security grab bars
Upper level bath has tubs and security grab bars
Extra large shower and seat in newly-renovated lower level bath
Blow dryer in each bathroom
3 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom
Complimentary toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, toothpaste, cotton swabs--just in case you forgot something!

KITCHEN:
Stone counters and island, stainless appliances, Toaster Oven, Coffee grinder and Coffee maker, 2 large crockpots, mini-crock pots for dips, Ninja blender, hand mixer

Fully stocked! Lots of pots & pans, dishes, serving ware, even spices and herbs to share.
Large hand-crafted walnut dining room table-seats 12, plus extra seating at island.

LIVING ROOM:
Lots of seating
Full wall of windows overlooking lake
Perfect spot to see our unbeatable sunsets
Grab the binoculars and check out the beautiful waterfowl
Wood burning fireplace (with split logs provided)

FAMILY ROOM-walk-out level:
Large and Cozy
Big-screen smart TV, Blu-ray DVD player, 100+ DVD's
Air hockey table
Cabinet full of games, Basket of kids' books
Additional full-size refrigerator/freezer
Lake view--adjacent to patio, grill, firepit

GIGANTIC SCREENED PORCH with lake view
Cozy seating with cushions and rocking chairs
Tables and chairs for eating
5 person HOT TUB
Mini-fridge
Sink and counter

OUTDOOR FUN:
2.5 acres of sprawling lawn and towering oaks
Patio w/ outdoor tables and seating for 12
Gas Grill with propane and BBQ tools.
Smokeless Fire Pit with split wood included

Cornhole/bags game, Ladder Toss, Bocce Ball, Volleyball and net, PICKLEBALL and Badminton net with racquets, paddles, balls
Ping Pong and Foosball in garage

WATER PLAY:
Large water frontage to swim, float, and lounge--NOT squeezed in between neighbors
Large 18 ft. foam Lilypad anchored near the shore
Floats and life jackets
2 single Kayaks
1 tandem Kayak
2 Stand-up Paddleboards
Canoe
Fishing rods and all you need
Dock with stairs and handrail to the water

Ask about renting our 12-seat specially designed PONTOON/SKI BOAT- for our guests only. (for experienced boaters). All life vests, skis and tubes included.

ALSO INCLUDED:
Bath towels, bed linens, extra blankets
(please bring your own beach towels)
Pack-N-Play portable crib, children’s books
Shelf full of youth and adult books
Loads of games
Laundry room with washer/dryer

OPTIONAL COACH HOUSE RENTAL:

We also offer a COACH HOUSE FOR EXTRA GUESTS in parties of 13-16 (Main house sleeps max. 12; Coach house sleeps 4) for $350/night. Preference for Coach House rental is given to Main House renters. Lots of privacy in between our 2.5 acre property!

* 2 bedrooms: One Queen room, One twin bunk bed
* Full bath with tub
* Fully stocked kitchen with refrigerator, oven/range, dishwasher, microwave, and coffee maker.
* Washer and dryer
* Bright and open apartment with table for 4, sofa, and workstation.
* Smart TV , plus DVD player with 50+ DVDs
* Games
*Additional lake frontage and private dock

**PLEASE NOTE**

Our hospital grade air purification system that kills 99% of viruses and bacteria will give you peace of mind.

Ring Doorbell on property with security cameras on the exterior of house only.

Memorial Day through 2nd week of August-Weekly rentals only. (Friday-Friday)

We do NOT allow parties, large events, or high school gatherings out of respect for our neighbors. Please-- no wedding inquiries.

NO PETS allowed. Please understand-- we have family members with severe allergies.

Primary renter needs to be age 25+

Property manager

Layla Groleau

Premier Host

Languages

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet hours 9pm weekdays, 10pm -weekends,-then bring the fun inside. No outside shoes in the lake house: bring your house slippers. :)

Hot Tub Waiver: Agreeing to book property indicates agreement to hot tub waiver (see rental agreement)

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bristol

Located in Bristol, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Lakes Historic Society Building and PM&L Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Gurnee Mills and Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets. Travelling with kids? Consider Six Flags Great America and William E. Brook Entertainment Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bristol, WI

What's nearby

Chain 'O Lakes State Park - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
Bristol Renaissance Faire - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
Silver Lake Beach - 18 min drive - 12.4 km
Gurnee Mills - 25 min drive - 28.9 km
Six Flags Great America - 27 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

Antioch Station - 6 min drive
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪State Line Inn - ‬5 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Huge Lake Retreat Spa near Lk Geneva, Wilmot, Gurnee- Swimming, Fishing, Boating pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Huge Lake Retreat Spa near Lk Geneva, Wilmot, Gurnee- Swimming, Fishing, Boating?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Huge Lake Retreat Spa near Lk Geneva, Wilmot, Gurnee- Swimming, Fishing, Boating?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Huge Lake Retreat Spa near Lk Geneva, Wilmot, Gurnee- Swimming, Fishing, Boating located?

This family-friendly Bristol holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cross Lake and Windmill Creek Park. Voltz Lake and Centenial Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

3 Nov, 2024

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

Fall Getaway

Such a lovely and relaxing stay. Every detail of the house was wonderful. The beds were comfortable the bathrooms were so nicely appointed. The kitchen and large dining table was a great gathering spot. Layla was very attentive and answered all our questions and checked in with us frequently. Could not have asked for more.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

26 Jul, 2024

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

Beautiful Getaway

Beautiful home on the lake. All the amenities you could ask for. We took a family vacation with 12 of us and we had plenty of room. It was just what the family needed - a nice relaxing week away enjoying nature and each other.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

24 Dec, 2024

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

1st annual holiday getaway

The owners provided the most absolutely perfect home for our party of 11! The home was huge, but cozy feeling. We had so much space for games, and watching movies. We all relaxed in the large hot tub after walks outside and some ice skating on the lake. The view of the lake was incredible!. Their attention to detail was amazing. We enjoyed all of the labeling and notes. The kitchen provided a place to play games and it seated all of us comfortably.I would rate this home with more than 5 stars!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken N.

16 Aug, 2024

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

Lake House

Wonderful house with all the amenities. Terrific boat. Wonderful people. Very accommodating. Small lake. The location was ideal for my family. It was a very memorable trip for us all.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

15 Mar, 2023

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

Great retreat home

The home was a perfect location for our strategic retreat with everything we needed. We’d love to return in warmer weather to take advantage of the lake and water fun!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL A.

8 Jan, 2024

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

weekend stay in January

Wonderful accomodations for a family weekend reunion. Beautiful view of lake and sunsets. We are contemplating returning for a summer week or long weekend. The owners were gracious and responsive. 5 stars!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

4 Jun, 2023

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

Girls Weekend

This house was perfect for our girls weekend. The propriety is beautiful, and the house was very clean, spacious, and nicely decorated! We loved our stay and are considering returning next year. The owners were lovely to communicate with.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

2 Dec, 2024

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

Thanksgiving Family Gathering

We stayed at John and Layla’s spectacular property over Thanksgiving weekend. It was a perfect space that fit our entire family—kids and grandkids—with big rooms that allowed us to be all together and lots of additional spaces so we could spread out, when desired. The weather was freezing, but inside we were warm and toasty, enjoying the lake views while sitting in front of the fire or warming up in the hot tub. Downstairs, the gang played Wii, plugged in their switches to play on the big tv, played air hockey, and/or cheered on their favorite sports teams, while others played board games at the huge dining room table upstairs. With superb hosts and an immaculate, lovely home in an idealic setting, it was the perfect place to give thanks! We LOVED it and highly recommend staying at Layla and John’s beautiful beach home—even in late November.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allie K.

12 Feb, 2023

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

Weekend ski trip

We rented this house for a weekend and stayed with our friends and our families with a lot of little kids. The views were beautiful, house had plenty of room and things to do, and everything was clean and cozy. The hot tub was also a hit! Overall, a great trip!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen b., USA

16 Oct, 2023

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

Birthday celebration

A wonderful weekend spent with family. Although it rained throughout the weekend, the activities provided within the house were enough to make this a memorable weekend. Our family had a wonderful time and Layla and John were fabulous hosts and very helpful. We so appreciate them sharing their beautiful home!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia B., Hanover Park

3 Jan, 2023

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

Good home

House was very clean ( but it is little bit old property). They have everything inside ( pliantly of plates, glasses, different kitchen staff ) a lot of board games. Also lake view was very nice. Definitely recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzan S., Ames, IA USA

14 Jul, 2023

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

Excellent property

We had so much fun with all the water toys/boats. All the games provided were a bonus (pickle ball, ping pong, air hockey, badminton, bags etc) The kitchen has everything you need! A plus with great labeling and instructions. The home is clean and the hosts are excellent communicators. We loved it- and our family has exymany VRBOs.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

8 Jun, 2023

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

class of, 71 men’s retreat

Every 3 to 5 years a group of 12 to 15 high school classmates to celebrate their birthdays we’ve been to Lake norman and Charlotte Galena Chicago this venue was at the top and outstanding property highly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen W.

27 Nov, 2023

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

Family Thanksgiving

Beautiful property. Gorgeous. Wonderful view of the lake. This home is very inviting. The Sunrise and sunset was beautiful to watch. My family was so excited sbout this home. We will be back in the Summer to enjoy the lake activities. We also took advantage of the Coach house which was also very mice.You will not be dissappointed when booking this home. I highley recommed this Property. Layla and John were perfect hosts.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed M.

27 Jun, 2023

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

Great family lake vacation

Property is very nice with lots of amenities. We rented house and coach house which was perfect for our large family of 8 kids (17-32) and their parents (50s/60s). Kitchen is fully stocked with what we needed and owners have labeled everything so you are not guessing about where things are located. The owners did a great job of communicating and we found the property had everything we needed. Lake was perfect size. It’s a private lake so limited # of boats which made tubing and swimming in middle of lake fun (owners have a pontoon boat you can rent, we did and very glad as it made trip very enjoyable). Drive way was big enough we set up pickle ball and had round robin play going in the evening. Huge screened in porch with tables allowed our board game night to include the whole crew. Antioch is a short drive and we went into town for pizza and Jewel runs. My wife and I walked to town (about 2 miles) all in neighborhood or on sidewalk. Very safe. Gas stations on Wisconsin side have the spotted cow you will need for the week. Only dilemma we have now have is figuring out what week we want to come back for next year. Highly recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor B.

4 Aug, 2023

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

Fabulous property -Strongly Recommend

John and Layla are terrific owners - great to communicate with. Wonderful property for many reason including parking for many cars. The house is VERY clean, kitchen well stocked with almost every pan you would need. Including items you don’t often get such as spices cooking spray, plastic bags and wrap/ foil, and so much more, GREAT internet connection! The beds and bedding were well above the norm. The king bed was so comfortable I didn’t miss my sleep number ! And, our adult children said the same about the three queen rooms. The bunk room was not conducive for big teenage boys- The outside “stuff” was plentiful ping pong, foosball, air hockey, kayaks, rowboat, & Canoe- And more. We rented the pontoon boat, which made a world of difference because the lake is very small. I should’ve paid more attention to the details listed about the property- The house access to the lake is a bit of a challenge for anybody with even slight mobility challenges Inside stairs going from the main floor to the basement and Lake access have approx 12 steps. From the basement there are 20 steps down to the lake that only have a railing on one side- Finally, the quiet hour definition that included the screened in porch is a challenge when you have 7 teenagers between 14 and 17. Essentially we had to go in the house at 9 and with only one TV in basement it was difficult to find a place for a large group ( 12) to gather at night.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

31 Jul, 2023

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

Great Family Spot!

Layla and John were incredible hosts! It felt like we were staying with family. The home is beautiful and can host lots of people, especially if you book the coach house as well. Lots of fun games and activities for people of all ages! It is a great spot for folks in both Chicago and Milwaukee to get away. My family is from both places and it was a perfect meet up location. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

19 Oct, 2022

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

Ladies Fall Escape

My 40 something girlfriends and I do an annual get away together. We chose this location for it's quick drive from Chicago (60 minutes) it's beautiful lake views and spacious accommodations. The house had everything we could have asked for. We never had our wished to leave for any reason other then rowing around the lake. We took great advantage of the hot tub and fire pit as well and never missed a sunset. The pictures online don't do it justice! The sunsets transported us all to the tropics despite our fall coats! Highly recommend this for any group gathering where you want to relax and spend quality time with your people.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick S., Springfield

17 Oct, 2022

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

Perfect Setting

This was one of the best rental units I've used for pastor retreats. The owners went above and beyond to prepare the place for us. It was perfect for our group.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Agnes P.

11 Sept, 2022

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

Wonderful Lakehouse

The Lakehouse was wonderful. We had everything we needed and it was all neatly organized and labeled. We really enjoyed all the water activities and the row boat and kayaks were a great addition. Thank you Layla and John for sharing your house with us! Agnes

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

28 Aug, 2022

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

Family getaway

We had a great weekend reuniting with family. The house was spotless. There were many amenities which made this a great property for all ages. Plenty of space in the three season porch for everyone to gather, play games, and hangout. Layla is a great hostess. There was ample supplies in the kitchen to make cooking and cleaning easy!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

27 Aug, 2022

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

Wonderful spot for family reunion

Layla and John are great hosts and this is such a nice lake for families. The huge driveway was perfect for lawn games. House was very clean, will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

29 Jul, 2022

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

This home is fantastic! We recently had a multi-generational family reunion here and it was perfect!

The owners, John and Layla, made this rental easy.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert P., Homer Glen, Illinois

27 Jul, 2022

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

Exactly what you would want for a family vacation

The summer lake side vacation home was just as promised. Extremely clean. The owners had everything you might need from the kitchen utensils to the lake to the garage. They have a large screened in porch that is great for games. They also have ping-pong which was a big hit with the kids. Communication with the owners was amazing. Just enough to make sure if we had any issues, which we didn’t, they were available. Will definitely look to rent here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily A., PALATINE

15 Jul, 2022

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

Amazing

We had a wonderful time at the Lakehouse! Three generations and we all had plenty to enjoy both together and individually. It’s clear that the hosts put a lot of thought into everything. We love to cook and were impressed with how many kitchen tools were provided. We spent a lot of time in the screen porch, it provided enough seating that we could be in the same room but doing different things. We also all agreed that the mattresses were some of the best we’ve experienced in a rental. The communication with the hosts was timely and helpful. We look forward to renting here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Layla Groleau

Layla grew up in the midwest with summer stays on lakes and yearly family trips to a wonderful family compound on a New York Adirondack lake. John grew up in Maine and summered on the coast where he learned to sail with his dad. These experiences and family memories are something we wanted to share with our own children and grandchildren...and your family as well!

Why they chose this property

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city to a quiet lakeside neighborhood with lots of room to roam, you'll truly feel as if you've "gotten away from it all".

What makes this property unique

Our home is nestled in 2.5 acres of sprawling lawn and towering oak trees with a huge lake frontage. Surrounded by nature, one cannot help but relax and rejuvenate amongst family and friends.