Stay at a Hidden-Away Lake House Rental in Illinois

Do you need a getaway as much as I do? When I take a vacation, I tend to pick places close to water, whether the ocean, a river, or a lake. Luckily, there are nearly 3,000 lakes in Illinois, which provides many opportunities for a lakeside getaway. Close to Chicago, there's a unique lake house rental in Fox Lake, Illinois, with a shocking number of amenities.

Located in the "Heart of the Chain O'Lakes," Fox Lake is a suburb of Chicago and a wonderful option for a getaway from the city, especially if you want to relax and unwind. And if you want to spend a few nights on the lake, well, there are 15 lakes in town. One of these lakes is Fox Lake, and we found an incredible vacation home where you'll want to book a stay.

Set on Fox Lake along Mineola Bay, the Lakefront Oasis offers water views, outdoor seating areas, and two fire pits - and that's just outside. The home also boasts four bedrooms and 3.5 baths to accommodate up to 13 guests, a movie room, a game room, two kitchens with everything you need, two fireplaces, and so much more. If you're looking for a relaxing yet luxurious getaway that is also family-friendly, this is the place!

As for the bedrooms, two have queen-sized beds, one has a king bed as well as a fireplace, and, perhaps best of all, the fourth bedroom offers two bunkbeds along with toys and games for the kiddos. They'll have so much fun in here!

And then there's the game room. Here, you can challenge your fellow guests to giant Connect Four, foosball, Scrabble on a wallboard, pinball, or board games. There are puzzles and movies to enjoy as well, and one of the two kitchens of the home happens to be located in this room.

The outdoor space is quite fabulous and, due to its lakefront location, I think you'll spend quite a bit of time out here. Unwind at the covered seating area, complete with a fire pit table and swing, dine at the outdoor dining table, or sit by the lakeside fire pit and watch the sunset - there are so many ways to relax here.

Not only will you truly enjoy being by the lake but on the lake as well! This home has two kayaks and two stand-up paddle boards for you to use. I love that this home has so many amenities in addition to views, perfect for some time away.

Would you stay at this unique lake house rental in Fox Lake, Illinois? Between the game room, the fire pits, and two kitchens, along with its lakeside location, this is the perfect vacation rental in the perfect setting. So, if you're in need of a getaway and want to be by water, book a stay at the Lakefront Oasis on Airbnb.

If you're looking for other getaway destinations, here are some of the best places to visit in Illinois on a long weekend. Once you're there, use our new Travel Planner to find some nearby fun!