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The Cozy Lake House

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Wonder Lake

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A spacious living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a rug. There is a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck.
A round glass table surrounded by four black wicker chairs with white cushions, a large window with a view of greenery, and a television on a wooden cabinet.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a small potted plant.
A residential area with houses, a small dock, and a stone retaining wall.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a metal frame, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Wonder Lake, IL
  • Place, Wonder Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacial Park Conservation Area
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Naval Base Great Lakes
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the area

Wonder Lake

On lake.Stay at this Wonder Lake vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Wonder Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Glacial Park Conservation Area. Powers-Walker Historical Homestead and Lost Valley Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wonder Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Glacial Park Conservation Area - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Geneva Lake - 24 min drive - 33.4 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 40 min drive - 47.9 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 44 min drive - 54.2 km

Getting around

  • McHenry Station - 14 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Nail - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A® - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 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.

The Cozy Lake House

Welcome to Lakeside Living! This sunset-view lake house is the ultimate place to relax and unwind or work from home with our super fast high-speed internet. It is quaint but large enough to accommodate several guests or 1-2 small families. The kitchen comes fully stocked with brand new pots and pans, plates, and utensils. The property is lake front and an excellent spot for fishing or just grilling on the balcony. The house sits up high and there are quite a few stairs-see photos.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Feel free to leave any drinks or food you don’t want to carry back up the hill. I can donate to the next guests or cleaners.
Please don’t leave glitter, confetti, or food on the floor.
Place all towels in the laundry room.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cozy Lake House to the airport?

This vacation home is 33.6 mi (63-min drive) away from the Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Cozy Lake House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Cozy Lake House to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.1 mi (12-min drive) from Petersen Park Beach and 13.6 mi (32-min drive) from Twin Lakes Private Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Cozy Lake House offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cozy Lake House ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Cozy Lake House ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Cozy Lake House ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Cozy Lake House have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Cozy Lake House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Cozy Lake House to downtown Wonder Lake?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from Wonder Lake.

The Cozy Lake House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My group and I had a relaxing overnight stay. The host was very responsive and checked in on us to make sure our stay was exceptional. The place was well kept and had everything we needed to be comfortable. My group and I will definitely return in the summer for the lake!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steve was the ultimate host, making sure our stay was comfortable and memorable. A celebration of life for my mother-in-law mixed with peace and quality time with family and friends. What a blessing. Thanks Steve!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, great location! Steve was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this house was perfect, and our hosts were outstanding. Check in & Out couldn’t have been easier, And if we needed anything they were always available. This house has a perfect layout, we had a nice family gathering in the basement for the Bears game, Awesome place to watch a game!We will definitely be back this year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay at the Cozy Lake House. The home was clean, well cared for, and thoughtfully decorated for the holidays, which made it feel especially welcoming. Communication with Steve was excellent from start to finish. The house was quiet and peaceful, with a beautiful lake view that we really enjoyed. Everything was as described, and the space was comfortable and relaxing. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best experiences and best hosts!

The place was amazing and hosts Steve and Emily were great. My significant other and I will make this our first choice anytime we are in town. The layout was perfect with plenty of space. And we loved waking up to the beautiful view over the lake. If you book your stay, you’ll be glad you did!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay in Wonder Lake!

Our group of 9 truly had the best weekend at Steve’s VRBO on Wonder Lake. The check-in/out was super smooth, the house was everything we could ask for, and Steve was incredibly accommodative as a host. We celebrated a birthday and engagement on the property and enjoyed time on Steve’s boat. All around A+ and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

relaxing retreat

The house was very cozy. Lots of activity in the morning with all the species of birds around the lake. Enjoyed cups of coffee watching. Gathering with family, visiting, playing cards, games and site seeing was very nice and the space was great for everyone. We all enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome. Steve was wonderful and helpful. We paid him a fair price to take us out on the lake with his pontoon boat. He lives nearby and was there if there were any problems.Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A group of high school friends gathered for a mini reunion at the cozy lake house. It was a great location with three areas to sit and reminisce - the living room is cozy, the deck off the house is a great place to watch the sunset, and the fire pit area is private and peaceful right by the water. The kitchen was well stocked and they have every kind of coffee maker you can imagine. Steve, the owner, dropped off donuts one morning! We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The property was not well maintained. The stairs both inside and out very very steep. The worst part it was filthy everywhere. Mold and mildew in bathrooms. Broken appliances, not enough towels for our party. Too much personal stuff in bathrooms and in kitchen and fridge. Landscaping was horrible. We have never had to write a bad review for over 20 properties we have stayed at, very very surprised with the other reviews on this property. Have to wonder if they are real.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation at Wonder Lake.

Our little Easter getaway at The Cozy Lake House was a memorable one for our family. It was the first holiday we got to spend with my brother in over 5 years since joining the military. The check in process was incredibly easy and straight forward. The house was extremely clean and the view of the lake house was breathtaking! The property is very well kept and came with all the amenities that we needed and were able to enjoy being outside. All the rooms were comfortable and very well kept. You can tell that Steve and Emily put a lot of thought into this home so families can enjoy. They have fun games to play, and even a karaoke machine! Steve and Emily were so kind to even hide Easter eggs around the house for our little ones. Out of all the places I have stayed I have never had such a thoughtful hosts. Our youngest forgot his tablet and Steve was kind enough to ship it back to us immediately! I highly recommend anyone to stay at The Cozy Lake House! Thank you so much Steve and Emily for allowing our family to have a wonderful memories in your amazing home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and beautiful outdoor space. The kitchen is well appointed, the different spaces in the house allow for groups to gather and for people to have privacy and quiet time. I definitely recommend this house for families or friend groups. Steve was super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First extended Family Vacation

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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