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Wonder Lake Sanctuary

Holiday home in Wonder Lake

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Escape to a serene retreat on Wonder Lake, just an hour northwest of Chicago. With shaded outdoor space and lake views from multiple rooms, this haven invites relaxation. Walk to the marina for jet-ski rentals or enjoy nearby eats at Napoli pizza or the McHenry VFW.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wonder Lake Sanctuary

Our dream home! Escape the city to enjoy fresh air and beautiful Wonder Lake, just an hour northwest of Chicago. Lots of outdoor fenced area with trees overhead providing shade and tranquility. Views of the lake from multiple rooms and seating outside. Just a few houses from the beach, park and boat launch access for your enjoyment. Dog friendly. Walk to Wonder Lake marina just three blocks away to rent a jet-ski or pontoon, or have a hotdog on the water at Dock Dogs. Sit outside to eat at Napoli pizza or the McHenry VFW. On most Fridays and some Sundays, see the Wonder Lake Water Ski team put on a show!

McHenry drive-in theater is nearby and one of the last of it's kind. Pick berries a few miles away at Stade's farm or get some fresh eggs at Bull Valley farm. Stop at Riverside Chocolate factory. Canoe on Nippersink creek or hike Glacial Park, all nearby. Come for a weekend to reset or enjoy some of the local charm!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
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

About the area

Map
Wonder Lake, IL

What's nearby

  • Glacial Park Conservation Area - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • McCullom Lake - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Petersen Park Beach - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Bull Valley Golf Club - 12 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Woodstock Square - 13 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • McHenry Station - 12 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TRIO - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Nail - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wonder Lake Sanctuary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wonder Lake Sanctuary?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wonder Lake Sanctuary?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wonder Lake Sanctuary located?

Situated in Wonder Lake, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Glacial Park Conservation Area, McCullom Lake and Petersen Park Beach. Powers-Walker Historical Homestead and Lost Valley Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Wonder Lake Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna J.

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

Weekend Stay

Thank you for letting us use your house. We had a nice time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Osgood H., Vallejo

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

Great Lake House

House is across the street from lake and provides everything needed to have a fun filled getaway. Grand kids had a blast.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

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

The whole family had a great time . Great location.

We had a family fathers day reunion Everyone had an amazing time together. Relatives were close, beach was just a walk away. Fun for adults and kidney alike. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

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

Lovely Home

The house was very lovely, only tough part is the steep driveway but it is still manageable. My friends and I had lots of fun with the ping pong table and grilling in the backyard. Super close to the lake which was very nice. The beach part was closed off so we couldn’t get into it but there was a dock you could fish off of. The host was always available and answered all my questions!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice N.

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

Family Mini vaca/ baseball tourney

The house was exactly as listed and the host was very quick to respond to my questions. The grandkids enjoyed the park and the lake. We grilled out for dinner and ate on the patio. Later we enjoyed s’mores by the fire pit. They also played ping pong in the basement. It was nice that the house has games and toys for little kids also. The only thing I wish the house had a dining table so we could all eat together inside. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023