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Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier

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A wooden cabin room with a large window, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to another room.
A two-story house with a front porch, a covered deck, and a grill area.
A two-story house with a covered patio area, a stone retaining wall, and a large tree in the background.
A wooden staircase leading to a room with a white brick wall and a wooden door.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a coffee maker, a sink, a stove, and a microwave.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 27

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Kitchenette
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Johnsburg, IL
  • Place, Pistakee Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Six Flags Great America
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Naval Base Great Lakes
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

8 bedrooms (sleeps 27)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

+1
4 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier

The Johnsburg Estate is A 2.20 acre waterfront Property Sleeps 25. Full size Basketball court,Sand volleyball court. Bring your boat or personal watercraft. Boat launch is on the property with pier. Game room with pool table ping pong, foosball table. 4 kayaks. And a new hot tub! and pickleball court.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets on first floor only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3376268vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

McHenry

McHenry is home to this holiday home. Moraine Hills State Park and Glacial Park Conservation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Volo Bog State Natural Area and Jet Funn. Travelling with kids? Consider Kenosha County Fairgrounds and Lake County Fairgrounds.
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Johnsburg, IL

What's nearby

  • Pistakee Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gurnee Mills - 25 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 27 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Geneva Lake - 31 min drive - 47.9 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 31 min drive - 39.7 km

Getting around

  • Fox Lake Engleside Station - 8 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Chocolate Factory - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Front 2.20 acre estate Private boat launch with pier located?

This family-friendly McHenry holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pistakee Lake and Volo Bog State Natural Area. Jet Funn and Petersen Park Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to host a large group and very responsive owners!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good property, lots of activities for the kids
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property! great for large families
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brian was a great host, very responsive, and the property was clean and exactly as advertised! 10/10 would visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay! Very nice property and a very accommodating to a large group. Brian was great with communication and I have nothing but great things to say about our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was exactly what we were looking for.The host was quick to respond to questions.The location on the lake was great.The yard size was perfect.The playroom area was popular with the kids.We all had a great time.We wish we would have stayed for more nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice property that worked well for us, so we were satisfied although not enthralled. Property was clean but not well maintained. AC in one area did not work correctly and one of the large refrigerators took two days to finally reach proper cool temperature after we filled it with room temperature items. Lack of ramp access made things difficult for our wheelchair family members. Host was extremely cooperative and did what he could for us. Labor day price was high but that was to be expected. Lake access for swimming was not good for anyone over 30. Too slippery and pebbly for most of us. Toilet paper was awful so it would be wise to bring your own.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome home with lots of space !!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so spacious and really cool architecturally.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well-kept house. You won’t believe how quiet and peaceful the place is until you experience it in person. The full-size basketball and volleyball courts were a great bonus, and we really enjoyed them. The firepit by the lake made the evenings even better. I never thought much about Johnsburg before, but honestly, I liked this place even more than Lake Geneva. Brian is a great host, very accommodative .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful experience staying here. The property worked perfectly for our family, the host was super responsive. We’ll definitely be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Johnsburg Estate is a great place for a larger group to hang out. The home has a lovely area to gather all together, as well as many nooks and rooms for individuals to get some down time. The home comes equipped with all you need for a great time away, and the hot tub and lake views were amazing for winter! The owner is super responsive and was very helpful to us!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host responded quickly to any questions we had. The house definitely let our family spread out for a birthday weekend celebration. Kitchen amenities were abundant and plenty of seating for meals and games. Hot tub warmed us up during the cold three night stay. Would love to come back in the summer to enjoy all the outside amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We rented this home for our kids’ prom weekend, and it could not have been more perfect. The house had absolutely everything we needed for the kids to have an amazing and memorable time. There was plenty of space for everyone to hang out, relax, and enjoy the weekend, and the property was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described.The amenities were fantastic and kept everyone entertained all weekend long. The kids especially loved the kayaks, foosball table, pool table, and ping pong table. It truly felt like there was something for everyone.The owner was incredibly responsive, helpful, and wonderful to work with from start to finish. Any questions we had were answered right away, which made the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable.We truly appreciated all the thoughtful touches throughout the home and would absolutely recommend this property to anyone looking for a fun, comfortable, and well-equipped place for a group getaway or special occasion.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Everything that was listed was there and more. We utilized all of their courts/fields throughout the weekend and it was a really great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I has an amazing time with friends and family at rhis house. Everything was as promised. Lots of space. A beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a group of 12 guys for our annual guys trip. We had such a good time, and it was such an awesome property. There are multiple wings of the house and also a separated bunk room so there was plenty of room and everyone was able to have a good level of privacy. Just a huge property with so much to do and wish we had more time to get to it all!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2025
Thank you for such a nice review, we really appreciate it. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and we home you come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a large family

This place is great for a large, multi-generational family weekend. Tons of space. Lots of bathrooms! Outdoor fun with the lake, pier, volleyball court, basketball/pickleball court, firepit & hot tub. Games in the garage too-pool, pingpong, etc. Nice accomodations & great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location and Amenities

We got together with my husband’s family for a weekend and this property had something for everyone—pickleball, basketball, lakefront views, and spacious gathering areas. Host was communicative and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our party of 11, plus a dog, had a great time because of the many assets of this house, and in spite of many, many problems. It's right on the lakeshore, has a huge yard with firepit and lots of chairs, ample kayaks and a few pfd's, big gas grill and dining area on the patio, hot tub, game garage with foosball, Ping-Pong and pool tables, and a basketball hoop. The house is very large with plenty of room to spread out, and is close to stores, restaurants, and fun things to do.But, we couldn't open any windows because many don't have screens, and the ones that do have holes. The dishwasher isn't installed properly, and it's a project to close the door and get it started. The kitchen cupboards are kind of a disaster. Way too many items are jammed into every drawer and cabinet with no organization at all. Some of the cookware is clean, some is not. All the floors that are visible were clean, but looking for an outlet behind a bed we discovered dead bugs. One bed had to be remade when we arrived because an old contact lens and an earplug were found in a fold of the sheet. The life preservers provided are in limited sizes. Check with the owner before you go if you might use them. All the game tables, balls, and toys are crowded into the dusty, disorganized garage, which hasn't been swept out in a very long time. Volleyball and pickleball courts are unplayable for lack of maintenance. In the separate upstairs apartment water-pressure is very low.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Celebration Weekend

Celebrated a daughter’s and a daughter-in-law’s 40th birthday and our 50th Wedding anniversary. Grandkids had a great time!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome reunion lakeside compound

Clean, fully equipped with sporting/recreational stuff, loads of bedrooms and bathrooms. The only real negative is that almost all the bathrooms are attached to bedrooms. Pickle ball, basketball, cornhole, volleyball, pool table, kayaks, all great. Perfect for a large group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Trip

We had a great family vacation here! The property is huge & beautiful. Tons of large clean bedrooms & baths & great rooms. Played pool, foisball & ping pong in garage, pickleball & basketball on court, volleyball & teetherball. This place had everything we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome wedding weekend!

Family & Friends from near and far gathered here to celebrate my son’s wedding. This property is amazing! So many fun amenities that filled out the weekend. Everything was perfect and Brian is an incredibly accommodating host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location. Roomy, with Bonus Lakefront!!

This is a fantastic property. We had a group of about 20, and were all able to sleep in beds! The large room and large TV screen meant that our meetings and group games were wonderful. Having the large back yard, lakefront, and the kayaks made it perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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