10/10 Excellent
Kelly T.
28 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kelly T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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Fox River Home - Near Island Lake
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 487.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
4228 Riverside Dr, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014
- Fox River Preserve8 min drive
- Three Oaks Recreation Area11 min drive
- Volo Auto Museum15 min drive
- Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Fox River Home - Near Island Lake
Enjoy views of the Fox River during all four seasons. Approximately 50' of river frontage with dockable access to the upper Fox River and Fox Chain O' Lakes. If you're into the natural side of the world this cottage is for you. This home is nestled among majestic old growth Oaks. Near the river you will find an outdoor fire pit for those cool nights. Home sleeps 4 comfortably.
Maximum of 28 night reservations. June/July/August 7 night maximum but will consider slightly longer requests depending on dates.
Maximum of 28 night reservations. June/July/August 7 night maximum but will consider slightly longer requests depending on dates.
Property manager
Michael Spilotro
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Water view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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
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 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
About the area
Crystal Lake
Located in Crystal Lake, this cottage is on the waterfront. Regal Crystal Lake Showplace and North Wall Rock Climbing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Crystal Court Shopping Center and Village Square Shopping Center. Volo Bog State Natural Area 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.
4228 Riverside Dr, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014
What's nearby
- Fox River Preserve - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
- Three Oaks Recreation Area - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
- Crystal Lake City Hall - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
- Volo Auto Museum - 15 min drive - 11.2 km
- Crystal Lake Park - 16 min drive - 12.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Broken Oar Marina-Bar & Grill - 12 min drive
- Sideouts Sports Tavern & 3D Bowl - 8 min drive
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Reviews
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Exceptional
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
MATTHEW S.
21 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MATTHEW S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Greg & Teri H.
2 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Greg & Teri H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan B.
7 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cottage
Megan B.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barb & Chuck D.
28 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and relaxing
Barb & Chuck D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barb & Chuck D.
27 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun and relaxing
Barb & Chuck D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sara S.
16 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Sara S.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeff B.
7 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
riverside
Jeff B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Michael Spilotro
Languages:
English
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