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Cozy 3 bedroom river cottage w/ indoor fireplace
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Cozy 3 bedroom river cottage w/ indoor fireplace
Relax in this tranquil coastal inspired river cottage with beautiful water views just steps away from a private community beach. Snuggle up with a cup of coffee or hot cocoa on the couch by a wood burning fireplace. This cozy home is nestled on a wooded lot with an outdoor firepit, deck with a dining table and gas grill. The outdoor space is magical at night with string lights strung throughout the yard. The space is renovated with high end finishes of handmade tiles, marble and quartz.
This hidden getaway is a cozy beach cottage located on a wooded private lot with beautiful river views. The home is completely renovated to reflect a calm coast vibe. Enjoy taking the kayas out to the water, sitting on the beach watching all the boats go by or cooking up some food on the gas grill. Enjoy an evening outside roasting marshmallows and sipping some wine by the wood firepit. Inside snuggle up on the couch by the wood burning fireplace.
LIVING SPACES
Living room:
Plush sofa with pull out bed if needed for extra sleeping
Wood burning fireplace with gas starter
Smart HD TV with access to Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu and ESPN
Seating area with cozy chairs and a bench for playing board games, conversing or just relaxing and enjoying the view
Kitchen:
Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, dish washer, gas stove
Hand crafted tile back splash
Stocked with everything needed for cooking and baking at home
Coffee maker, toaster, microwave, dishes, drink ware including wine glasses
Coffee, tea and hot cocoa station provided
Banquet dining overlooking the water view
Bathroom:
Newly renovated bathroom with quartz and marble finishes
Tub shower with beautiful blue wave tiles
Plush Egyptian cotton towels
Shampoo, conditioner and body wash
Make-up removal towels
Blow dryer and hair straightener
3 Bedrooms:
Bedroom one 1 queen bed
Bedroom two 1 full bed and 1 twin bed
Bedroom three 1 queen bed and 1 twin bed (bunk bed)
Sink into the most comfortable bed with luxurious sheets and the best quality pillows
Sound machine, night light, alarm clock and USB charging in every room
Black out curtains
Laundry room:
Full washer and dryer on site
OUTDOOR
Private tree lined yard
2 rocking chairs
Wood deck with outdoor dining table
Gas grill
Firepit
1 single adult kayak, 1 double adult kayak, 1 junior kayak
Life vests (adult and child size)
Exterior video camera present, views driveway and front door
Parking:
3 car driveway
COMMUNITY ACCESS
100 ft walk to community beach
Access to playground and volley ball
No access to docks
This hidden getaway is a cozy beach cottage located on a wooded private lot with beautiful river views. The home is completely renovated to reflect a calm coast vibe. Enjoy taking the kayas out to the water, sitting on the beach watching all the boats go by or cooking up some food on the gas grill. Enjoy an evening outside roasting marshmallows and sipping some wine by the wood firepit. Inside snuggle up on the couch by the wood burning fireplace.
LIVING SPACES
Living room:
Plush sofa with pull out bed if needed for extra sleeping
Wood burning fireplace with gas starter
Smart HD TV with access to Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu and ESPN
Seating area with cozy chairs and a bench for playing board games, conversing or just relaxing and enjoying the view
Kitchen:
Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, dish washer, gas stove
Hand crafted tile back splash
Stocked with everything needed for cooking and baking at home
Coffee maker, toaster, microwave, dishes, drink ware including wine glasses
Coffee, tea and hot cocoa station provided
Banquet dining overlooking the water view
Bathroom:
Newly renovated bathroom with quartz and marble finishes
Tub shower with beautiful blue wave tiles
Plush Egyptian cotton towels
Shampoo, conditioner and body wash
Make-up removal towels
Blow dryer and hair straightener
3 Bedrooms:
Bedroom one 1 queen bed
Bedroom two 1 full bed and 1 twin bed
Bedroom three 1 queen bed and 1 twin bed (bunk bed)
Sink into the most comfortable bed with luxurious sheets and the best quality pillows
Sound machine, night light, alarm clock and USB charging in every room
Black out curtains
Laundry room:
Full washer and dryer on site
OUTDOOR
Private tree lined yard
2 rocking chairs
Wood deck with outdoor dining table
Gas grill
Firepit
1 single adult kayak, 1 double adult kayak, 1 junior kayak
Life vests (adult and child size)
Exterior video camera present, views driveway and front door
Parking:
3 car driveway
COMMUNITY ACCESS
100 ft walk to community beach
Access to playground and volley ball
No access to docks
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Notify host of departure
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Barrington
Located in Barrington, this cottage is near a water park and on a river. The Catlow Theater and George Clayson House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Oak Ridge Marsh Nature Park and Helm Woods Forest Preserve Trailhead. Norton's U.S.A. and Brunswick Zone XL are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Barrington, IL
What's nearby
- Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
- Fox River Preserve - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
- Village Square Shopping Center - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
- The Catlow Theater - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
- Norton's U.S.A. - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- The Tracks - 8 min drive
- Culver's - 5 min drive
- Wild Onion Brewery & Banquets - 5 min drive
- Brunch Cafe - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan
29 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Susan
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
MARK C.
19 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family stay
MARK C.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
4 Legged F.
4 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay
4 Legged F.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew M.
15 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for new years!
Andrew M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Katie V.
9 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house
Katie V.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
25 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and Comfy
Jennifer M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrea J.
8 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrea J.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Julia H.
17 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Julia H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly L.
26 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Kimberly L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Janette
11 November 2024
Liked: Amenities
Janette
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
4 Legged F.
5 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
4 Legged F.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jane
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful I highly recommend it.
Jane
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kellen T.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cannot wait to come back
Kellen T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark A.
9 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work Team Reunion
Mark A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Elisa R.
21 July 2025
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Elisa R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Brigette M.
7 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this cottage
Brigette M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Ayesha C.
13 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Ayesha C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey V.
29 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lindsey V.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Camille L.
24 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Camille L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bronwyn K.
28 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Bronwyn K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brenda M.
15 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay!
Brenda M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Kellen K.
19 August 2025
Kellen K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Raymond S.
5 August 2025
Raymond S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Amanda Nakashian
I am passionate about design and creating spaces for people to make beautiful memories with their loved ones. I love traveling and experiencing all this amazing world has to offer. I love spending time with my family and planning fun events that allow quality time with those who are most important to me. One of my most favorite activities is enjoying the beauty water in a wide array of settings. It is so vast, beautify and calming.
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