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A Diamond in the Rough

Lakefront cottage with water park and Hot tub

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Sun-loungers
Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6869 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Fox Lake, IL
  • Popular LocationJet Funn18 min walk
  • Popular LocationChain 'O Lakes State Park10 min drive
  • Popular LocationVolo Auto Museum12 min drive
  • AirportRacine, WI (RAC-John H. Batten)65 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Diamond in the Rough

Lakefront cottage with water park and Hot tub
Along with a water park, this cottage has Access to hot tub and barbecues. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include a water park and Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Jim & Rosemarie Nilson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privelages
  • Skiing privileges

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Do not throw butts on ground or in lake.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf on site
  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 869 sq ft (81 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Young children must be properly supervised.

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

A Diamond in the Rough Cottage
A Diamond in the Rough Fox Lake
A Diamond in the Rough Cottage Fox Lake

About the area

Fox Lake

Located in Fox Lake, this cottage is near theme parks and on a lake. Millennium Trail Trailhead and Hunter Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Six Flags Great America and Jet Funn. Volo Bog State Natural Area and Lake County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Jet Funn - 18 min walk
  • Chain 'O Lakes State Park - 10 min drive
  • Volo Auto Museum - 12 min drive
  • Gurnee Mills - 24 min drive
  • Six Flags Great America - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Fox Lake Station - 3 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Culver's - 5 min drive
  • Antioch Pizza Shop - 4 min drive
  • Captain's Quarters - 15 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Pug Mahones - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Diamond in the Rough pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at A Diamond in the Rough?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Diamond in the Rough?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Diamond in the Rough located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Jet Funn and within 6 miles (10 km) of Chain 'O Lakes State Park and Volo Bog State Natural Area. Volo Auto Museum and Stades Farm & Market are also within 9 miles (15 km). Fox Lake Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aimee C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage!
Water was high so no beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private/Quiet Guest House
The rental is the guest home behind the A-frame home pictured at the end of the road. Very private and quiet! Although there are no water views, the water is just on the other side of the main home with complete access to the backyard, dock, and water. Everything was in great shape and it has everything you need and all the comforts of home. Definitely recommend getting a deep dish from Rosati's and checking out the boat races at Blarney Island!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts Jim and Rose were friendly and helpful. The place suited our needs perfectly. We were attending a wedding in the area that my daughter was matron of honor for, so it was me and my husband, my daughter and son in law. The bedrooms are small but adequate, the kitchen and living areas are very nice. We also had full use of an outdoor gas grill, outdoor seating areas in front and back of the cottage. We also had access to the lake, with nice outdoor seating around a fire pit. The lake is scenic and there are stores, restaurants and bars nearby. Boats, kayaks, etc are available for rent nearby. It was a wonderful long weekend stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
PIR Boot Camp Graduation
Great time celebrating with our grandson and our daughter. Convenient to hiking, restaurants and the beautiful chain of lakes.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great 2 bedroom cabin. Everything you would need was provided plus extra great things !!
Easily found and easily rented
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend retreat!
We had an excellent experience with this VRBO! Jim and Rosemarie were wonderful hosts. They offered local fish fry recommendations as well as nearby spots with live music! This was a very nice, quiet little house on a dead end street with beautiful lakefront outdoor space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time
We had a lovely short weekend getaway at this cottage and would love to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

christina w., Yorkville

Disliked: Cleanliness
Trailer does not fit
Upon review of the pictures of the subject in question the home was farther away from the lake than shown on pictures discussed truck and trailer size in regards to parking situation when arrived the truck was was centimeters away from the garage the house and the trailer was too wide as discussed with the owner they stated it would fit but it wouldn't no available parking for trailer or boat anywhere so we had to stay at a hotel and keep our boat elsewhere we were not able to use the facilities called the owner right away They did not return our calls to 4 hours later that day we did not go into the property or use the facilities we requested a refund they were not cooperated with us
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

zach k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little house, no parking
Clean cute little house, Small bedrooms but everything needed was there except parking, on our stay there was only one parking space. We moved the gazebo to fit a second car. We were supposed to be bringing 2 cars and a truck w boat trailer. We were told there was parking for it, there was not. We ended up storing our vehicles up the street for an additional cost. I would stay again as long as I only need to bring one vehicle. The owners are actually very nice but did not answer the phone on check in to try to fix the problem.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022