Lake house holiday rentals in Illinois

This was our second time at Ho Hum East and we had a great time! The new deck updates were super nice adding outdoor space to layout food and enjoy most meals on the deck. The outdoor kitchen wasn't completed yet but, will be a great addition to the new deck when it's done. The main bath was newly remodeled and was very nice and spacious. The lake front was well maintained and a great space for us to spend most of our time enjoying the water, sun, fishing, boating, nature and wildlife. The dock was a little wobbly although, we were told that was being replaced at some point but it worked for us. The airbnb owner provided a paddleboard, rubber raft, corn hole boards and other outdoor items to use. The proximity of the home was only a few minutes from amenities i.e. pool, golf course, beach and The Cove (restaurant). The only drawback is all the steps - it would be great if there was a pulley system or other system to take items up and down the steps from the house to the lake front.

Indoor pool was great! Travel size shampoo and conditioner were provided in all bathrooms, as well as plenty of towels. Nice house right on the lake!

This house is simply wonderful. It has the best beachy cottage summer vibes! The location is also great very private for being somewhat close to the city, and very close to Six Flags. We especially loved mornings on the deck and taking the kayaks out on the lake. Can't wait to stay again!

Peaceful and private along a small lake. Really enjoyed sitting on the porch watching wildlife. All the ammenities you would want.

Loved staying at Ellen’s beautiful lake home for the weekend. It was very comfortable for all and views of the lake/sunset did not disappoint! Ellen was super quick to respond to questions before and during our stay, so accommodating and pleasant :) Lake of Egypt is one of our favorite spots and we enjoyed going back once again. Ellen’s home is one of the prettiest yet - updated and modern with all of the conveniences + lots of extras with vacationers in mind. Located near the marina for great food, boozy shakes, live music and the water park. We also enjoyed the kayaks provided and hanging out on the large deck of the home, as well as the spacious dock below. Highly recommend this host and home for your next trip to the lake!

Lucy was a great host. She offered an early check in which helped and communicated with us which I appreciated. Would stay with her again. Thank you!!

Our stay at this lake house was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the thoughtful touches and attention to detail. The living room’s large windows, provided breathtaking views of the lake. It had every appliance and utensil we needed, along with thoughtful extras like spices, oil, and coffee filters. The bathrooms were equipped with ample towels and toiletries. We enjoyed peaceful mornings on the deck, sipping coffee, cruising the lake, and watching the wildlife. The quiet surroundings made it easy to relax and unwind. We can’t wait to come back and stay again!!

This home is so beautiful, clean, spacious and the location is great! We loved that we were able to bring our boat and use the dock. We had the best time! Would highly recommend. :)

Brian and Jonny were very responsive and communicative from beginning to end. It was a last minute trip and we were lucky to find a pet friendly place during the start of the summer season. The house was clean, cozy and close to walking trails. Although we did not take advantage of the outdoor grill or hot tub (they have a wood burning fireplace for the winter), we enjoyed the screened in porch and open concept layout of the house, as pictured in the profile. The house is situated between two other houses blocked somewhat by the trees. I would describe as semi-private where we could see their back patio/hot tub/fire pit and vice versa. But whatever your personal comfort level, you can’t beat the proximity to trails, Owners Club, and easy access to Hwy 20 to Galena! We enjoyed our stay and exploring!

Renee was a great host with quick response time and provided added resources for what shelbyville had to offer. The house exceeded our expectations and we appreciated all the amenities that the house had to offer- will be recommending to other organizations to use for retreats!

We had the absolute best time at The Treehouse. It was truly one of the most spectacular places we’ve ever stayed! From the moment we arrived, it felt like the perfect home for a family getaway. The house had everything we could have possibly needed for comfort, fun, and quality time together. It was sparkling clean, beautifully maintained, and the views were just breathtaking. Our hosts were wonderful. They were so kind, responsive, and helpful throughout our stay. We especially loved relaxing by the fire pit, unwinding in the hot tub, and enjoying the peaceful screened-in porch. It was the perfect balance of cozy and fun! Beyond the amazing home itself, Galena had so much to offer. We had a great time exploring the town, dining at local restaurants, shopping, and just soaking in the charm of the area. We’re so grateful for our stay at The Treehouse and can’t recommend it highly enough. We’re already hoping to return for another family gathering next year!

I visited Linda's place with a big group of friends including three kiddos and it was absolutely perfect! Plenty of space for everyone and a ton of things to do on the property. The location was easy to get to and close to the downtown Galena area. The pictures really don't do the house justice. It's beautiful with a lot of space. Leading up the trip and during I had several questions. Responses always came super quickly (usually under 5 minutes). She was a delight to talk to worked to make sure our trip went perfectly. I'd highly recommend this property to anyone looking to visit the Galena area. Everyone in my group would 100% return.

Larry was a very accommodating and responsive host! The place was amazing and exactly as described. Plenty of room, amenities, and beautiful views. He made sure we had plenty of supplies and all the stuff for Smores!

Great getaway for our family. Greg gives very clear instructions on how to find the house and how to use all the amenities. Very clean. Thank you!

We had 8 adults (4 just graduated) and one child in our group. Everyone had a great time and no one was bored. Me and my husband really enjoyed sitting on the deck with our coffee in the mornings soaking in the beautiful scenery, the duck patrolling the lake every morning was an added bonus 😀. The rest of the group enjoyed relaxing and playing in the lake most of the day and playing pool inside at night. Havana is only a 10 minute drive away and has most of what you would need (grocery store, farm and home, gas, restaurants, etc). The hosts were very responsive and helpful! We had an unexpected death in the family the week before our trip and the funeral was set for the day in the middle of our trip. The hosts went above and beyond to accommodate our trip with the funeral. We were lucky that their place wasn't booked for the day after our trip ended and they kindly moved our reservation a day to help us have the most time enjoying their space. We would book with the hosts again!

This house was great for what I needed. Great location, very easy to book, and Meghan was a fantastic host.

felt like we reached an oasis! an awesome resort for everyone

We booked this house for a bachelor/bachelorette trip with 13 people, and we had the best time. The house is amazing and big enough for all of us to have our own space. It stormed our first night and the power went out. Generator kicked right in, and Marcie messaged me to check on us. Could not recommend more!!

Our family was thrilled with this lake house! It was very functional and fit us perfectly—8 adults and 5 kids. Even though it rained every day we were there, the game room kept us entertained and we had all we needed to be comfortable. Easy access to grocery stores. Beautiful view of the lake with plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy it! We will be back!

Hugo was a great host. The house was just like the listing, ideal for a weekend with friends. We were five couples with children, an ideal family atmosphere. It has games and equipment to enjoy the lake and garden, such as a small pool, life jackets, sport balls... It was a great weekend thanks to the space and the house, highly recommended!

This was a wonderful place. Our daughter graduated navy boot camp and she was able to sit in the backyard and relax by the lake. It was welcoming, inviting and peaceful and quiet. We will definitely be coming again. This was our first Airbnb and it exceeded our expectations.

The Lake house was spectacular. It was pristine and peaceful. My family and I had a relaxing and enjoyable time with lots to do and a lot of space. Highly recommend if you are looking for a house on the lake for families and groups of friends, feels like a home away from home.

It was our first time to Galena. We were looking for a relaxing weekend getaway to celebrate our 20th. The house was exactly as described in a serene setting within Galena Territory. We enjoyed hiking, biking, and wineries all within a short drive, and then relaxing in the hot tub in the evenings. We didn't partake in any of the included amenities within Galena Territory, but noted it as a positive that we would take advantage of for future trips. We very much enjoyed our stay and hope to return soon!

Heidi’s spot on the water was fabulous, spotless, beautifully maintained property and super clean and well stocked. We spent most of our time outside on the lawn and the river in the swings and kayaks, what a wonderful peaceful spot, we will def be back - thx so much Heidi for a wonderful stay!