House in Fox Lake, IL
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
Enjoy the privacy and activities of staying on a private, spring fed glacial lake in the Fox Chain of lakes region. Just over an hour from Chicago or Milwaukee. 4 acres with 150 feet of lakefront and a private pier. House fully renovated in 2015.
Brandenburg lake is a private, glacial, spring fed lake. Isolated from the main Fox chain of lakes it boasts one of the cleanest lakes in Illinois. Perfect for swimming and catching fish. The lake allows electric motors only, so it keeps the water immaculate for the abundant wildlife.
All season activities; in winter enjoy watching ice fishing, cross country skiing trails of nearby Volo Bog, sledding, and curling up in front of the fire with a book.
The house is a large 1950s split level which was completely renovated in 2015. Enjoy a large living room, dining room, fireplace room and screened porch outside the kitchen with lake views. Every window has a tree lined or lake view. The house is 2600 sq ft, plus has an attached converted garage setup for recreation of 600 sq ft and a screened porch of 300 sq ft off the kitchen.
Entire use of the property is included; including lake, pier, screened porch, fire pit, outdoor grill, ping pong table, two adult kayaks, one child kayak, a paddle board, board games, life jackets, and paddle board. Completely renovated in 2015 with full kitchen.
High speed wifi and a 50 inch television provided with basic cable.
All linens are cleaned to NSF protocols. For longer stays, laundry may be done onsite for a fee.
ADT remote monitoring.
The property is within walking/cross country skiing distance of Volo bog; a State park of boardwalks and hiking/cross country ski trails over unique "quaking bog". A great nature center that hosts festivals and programs throughout the seasons.
Other attractions nearby: Six Flags, Bristol Renaissance Fair, Wilmont ski mountain, Fox Chain of Lakes (pontoon boat hire, water motor sports, and exploring).
40 mins to Lake Geneva which makes a great half day trip.
Brandenburg lake is 1 hour 20 minutes from Chicago by car. Or 8 mins auto ride from the Fox Lake Metra train station. 1 hour from Milwaukee.
From the house it is a 20 minute walk to Volo bog State park. Short drive to grocery store.
Brandenburg lake is a private, glacial, spring fed lake. Isolated from the main Fox chain of lakes it boasts one of the cleanest lakes in Illinois. Perfect for swimming and catching fish. The lake allows electric motors only, so it keeps the water immaculate for the abundant wildlife.
All season activities; in winter enjoy watching ice fishing, cross country skiing trails of nearby Volo Bog, sledding, and curling up in front of the fire with a book.
The house is a large 1950s split level which was completely renovated in 2015. Enjoy a large living room, dining room, fireplace room and screened porch outside the kitchen with lake views. Every window has a tree lined or lake view. The house is 2600 sq ft, plus has an attached converted garage setup for recreation of 600 sq ft and a screened porch of 300 sq ft off the kitchen.
Entire use of the property is included; including lake, pier, screened porch, fire pit, outdoor grill, ping pong table, two adult kayaks, one child kayak, a paddle board, board games, life jackets, and paddle board. Completely renovated in 2015 with full kitchen.
High speed wifi and a 50 inch television provided with basic cable.
All linens are cleaned to NSF protocols. For longer stays, laundry may be done onsite for a fee.
ADT remote monitoring.
The property is within walking/cross country skiing distance of Volo bog; a State park of boardwalks and hiking/cross country ski trails over unique "quaking bog". A great nature center that hosts festivals and programs throughout the seasons.
Other attractions nearby: Six Flags, Bristol Renaissance Fair, Wilmont ski mountain, Fox Chain of Lakes (pontoon boat hire, water motor sports, and exploring).
40 mins to Lake Geneva which makes a great half day trip.
Brandenburg lake is 1 hour 20 minutes from Chicago by car. Or 8 mins auto ride from the Fox Lake Metra train station. 1 hour from Milwaukee.
From the house it is a 20 minute walk to Volo bog State park. Short drive to grocery store.
Amenities at 4 Acres of private lakefront - Fox Chain Of Lakes - 1 hour from Chicago
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
No pets allowed
Ski in/Ski out
Garden
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Ironing facilities
Towels
Hairdryer
Map of Fox Lake, IL
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Dec 2025
The house was spacious, comfortable and well-equipped. The grounds were lovely -- with a huge front lawn area great for outdoor games and beautiful sloping backyard down to the water.The lake was very peaceful, and you felt like you only had to share it with the plentiful waterfowl, including geese, cormorants, and at least one osprey.The shoreline was weedy and not great for swimming, but the dock area was really nice, and the fishing was spectacular -- it became a nightly ritual for me and my three grandchildren. Once you got past the weeds on a paddleboard or in a kayak, things opened up and you could jump in and swim.All in all, a fantastic setting for a relaxing family time.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
This was our second time staying at the property and it was just as great as the first time. The property is private and a nice space to relax. The home and property are always cleans and in amazing shape! Love everything about this home and it is a nice place for families with small children to get away. Playing in swimming and beach area is a great way to spend a day with kids.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
Peaceful, quiet, and relaxing. This was the third year we have rented this house. We continue to love the property and enjoy fishing off the dock, swimming in the pond, and using the paddle boards. It's perfect for 2 families to share - there's enough room for everyone. The screened in porch is the best part of the property.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
I think this was the most immaculate rental I have ever visited. We had our annual girls weekend here and very much enjoyed the screen porch and the view! The house was spacious and the host was very responsive. We had everything we needed and then some!
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"The house was spacious, comfortable and well-equipped. The grounds were lovely -- with a huge front lawn area great for outdoor games and beautiful sloping backyard down to the water.The lake was very..."
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