# The Compass Cottage - A Cute & Cozy 2/1 Lakeview House with Hot Tub Included
https://www.wander.com/property/the-compass-cottage-a-cute-cozy-21-lakeview-house-with-hot-tub-included-730155563995890416
> Luxury vacation rental in Fox Lake, Illinois
## Property Overview
- **Sleeps**: 6 guests
- **Bedrooms**: 2
- **Bathrooms**: 1
- **Square Footage**: 710 sq ft
## Pricing & Availability
- **Nightly Rate**: $170 - $250 (before taxes and fees)
- **Next Available**: November 10, 2026
- **Available Days**: 78 days in the next 90 days
- **Daily Pricing (Next 90 Days)**:
- Nov 9, 2026: $170 (Available)
- Nov 10, 2026: $170 (Available)
- Nov 11, 2026: $170 (Available)
- Nov 12, 2026: $189 (Available)
- Nov 13, 2026: $199 (Not Available)
- Nov 14, 2026: $199 (Not Available)
- Nov 15, 2026: $189 (Not Available)
- Nov 16, 2026: $170 (Available)
- Nov 17, 2026: $170 (Available)
- Nov 18, 2026: $170 (Available)
- Nov 19, 2026: $189 (Available)
- Nov 20, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Nov 21, 2026: $199 (Not Available)
- Nov 22, 2026: $199 (Not Available)
- Nov 23, 2026: $199 (Not Available)
- Nov 24, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Nov 25, 2026: $229 (Available)
- Nov 26, 2026: $250 (Available)
- Nov 27, 2026: $250 (Available)
- Nov 28, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Nov 29, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Nov 30, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 1, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 2, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 3, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 4, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 5, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 6, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 7, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 8, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 9, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 10, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 11, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 12, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 13, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 14, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 15, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 16, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 17, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 18, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 19, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 20, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 21, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 22, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 23, 2026: $213 (Not Available)
- Dec 24, 2026: $226 (Not Available)
- Dec 25, 2026: $249 (Not Available)
- Dec 26, 2026: $243 (Not Available)
- Dec 27, 2026: $199 (Not Available)
- Dec 28, 2026: $199 (Not Available)
- Dec 29, 2026: $199 (Not Available)
- Dec 30, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Dec 31, 2026: $199 (Available)
- Jan 1, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 2, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 3, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 4, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 5, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 6, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 7, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 8, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 9, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 10, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 11, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 12, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 13, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 14, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 15, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 16, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 17, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 18, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 19, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 20, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 21, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 22, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 23, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 24, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 25, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 26, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 27, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 28, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 29, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 30, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Jan 31, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Feb 1, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Feb 2, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Feb 3, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Feb 4, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Feb 5, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Feb 6, 2027: $199 (Available)
- Feb 7, 2027: $199 (Available)
## Location
- **Address**: Fox Lake, Illinois, United States
- **Coordinates**: 42.3948426, -88.1684212
- **Timezone**: America/Chicago
- **Local Area**: Beautiful destination with local attractions
## Amenities
- Hot tub
- Fire pit
- Outdoor fireplace
- Fire place
- Patio
- Balcony
- Lake view
- Wifi
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Smoke detector
- Carbon monoxide detector
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Bed linens
- Shampoo
- Hangers
- Iron
- Tv
- Free parking
- Ironing board
- Bbq utensils
- Toaster
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Coffee maker
- Shower
- Stove
- Fridge
- Bath linens
- Garden
- Dishes
- Hot water
- Extra pillows
- Cooking basics
- Bay views
- Toilet
- Books
- Board games
- Dining table
- Spices
- Boat
- Kayaks
- Paid parking
- Cleaning supplies
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Shower gel
- Ceiling fan
- Baking sheet
- Blender
- Coffee
- Wine glasses
## Dining Recommendations
- **Dockers Restaurant, Fox Lake**: Dockers Restaurant pairs classic American fare with a laid-back waterfront atmosphere, featuring burgers, seafood, steaks, and more. Enjoy a spacious lakeside deck, friendly service, and beautiful Fox Lake sunsets.
- **Captain's Quarters Inc**: Captain’s Quarters pairs fresh seafood and refined American favorites with a lively nautical atmosphere, offering scenic waterfront dining, inviting patios, and a full bar for relaxed meals with memorable views.
- **Blarney Island**: A boat-access-only island destination on the Chain O’Lakes, Blarney Island combines casual bites with waterfront fun, live music, DJs, and a lively vacation-like atmosphere.
- **Sunset Grill | Antioch**: Sunset Grill is a lively waterfront restaurant serving craveable pub fare, burgers, tacos, and seafood. Relax on the lakeside patio, enjoy live music, refreshing cocktails, and stunning sunset views in a fun, tropical atmosphere.
## Activities & Attractions
- **Chain O'Lakes State Park**: Explore Illinois’ largest concentration of natural lakes at Chain O’Lakes State Park, where boating, fishing, paddling, hiking, biking, and camping create an ideal getaway for water lovers, families, and outdoor adventurers.
- **Blarney Island**: Discover Blarney Island’s scenic beauty, peaceful picnic spots, and nearby historic attractions—a delightful escape for nature lovers, families, and anyone seeking a taste of Ireland’s legendary charm.
- **Volo Museum**: Volo Museum is a must-visit for families, car enthusiasts, and pop-culture fans, featuring iconic movie vehicles, rare classics, dinosaurs, Titanic exhibits, military displays, and quirky mechanical marvels all in one fascinating destination.
- **Jurassic Gardens**: Step into a prehistoric jungle filled with life-sized, roaring dinosaurs, interactive exhibits, fossil digs, and family-friendly adventures. Jurassic Gardens is perfect for curious kids, budding paleontologists, and anyone ready for an immersive journey millions of years into the past.
- **Lakefront Park**: Lakefront Park is a refreshing waterfront escape with scenic trails, open green spaces, and plenty of family-friendly fun. It’s perfect for walkers, picnickers, anglers, and anyone looking to relax by the water.
- **Realm of Terror Haunted House**: Step into a 30-minute maze of close-up scares, immersive sets, live actors, and chilling sound effects at Realm of Terror Haunted House. Perfect for horror fans and thrill-seekers looking for an intense Halloween night out.
- **Lakefront Park**: Enjoy scenic waterfront views, relaxing walks, family-friendly playgrounds, picnics, and seasonal activities at Lakefront Park—a welcoming destination for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a peaceful escape by the water.
- **Volo Bog State Natural Area**: Explore Illinois’ only open-water quaking bog via a unique floating boardwalk that winds through marsh, prairie, and tamarack habitats. It’s a memorable outing for families, hikers, birdwatchers, and anyone curious about unusual ecosystems.
- **Nippersink Forest Preserve**: Explore Nippersink Forest Preserve’s scenic lakes, oak woodlands, and wetlands on peaceful trails perfect for hiking, biking, birdwatching, picnicking, and nature lovers seeking a relaxing outdoor escape.
## Local Services
- **Dollar General**: Dollar General offers affordable groceries, including Clover Valley pantry staples, snacks, fresh produce, dairy, frozen foods, and everyday essentials—all conveniently priced for budget-conscious shoppers.
- **The Beef Jerky Experience Fox Lake, IL**: The Beef Jerky Experience Fox Lake offers an adventurous selection of artisan jerky, from classic beef and bacon to bison, elk, alligator, kangaroo, and shark, plus bold flavors like mango habanero and Bloody Mary.
- **bp**: A convenient one-stop shop for everyday groceries, snacks, cold drinks, and essentials, bp also features fresh coffee and quick, satisfying meal options for customers on the go.
- **Jewel-Osco**: Jewel-Osco offers fresh produce, seafood, meats, bakery treats, sushi, deli specialties, and custom cakes, along with convenient grocery pickup and delivery for everyday shopping.
- **Thorntons**: Thorntons offers fresh, made-to-go favorites like breakfast sandwiches, burritos, hot dogs, pizza sticks, deli sandwiches, doughnuts, and customizable coffee and frozen beverages—perfect for a quick, satisfying stop.
- **Circle K**: Circle K offers convenient grab-and-go meals, hot coffee, refreshing drinks, and an enticing selection of snacks, candy, and exclusive limited-time treats.
- **ALDI**: ALDI offers affordable everyday groceries alongside rotating ALDI Finds, from specialty foods and premium treats to seasonal household essentials. Explore fresh produce, exclusive brands, and unexpected discoveries that change week to week.
- **SUNNYSIDE LIQUOR**: Sunnyside Liquor offers an impressive selection of spirits, from rare bourbons and single-barrel whiskies to tequilas, wines, cigars, and unique gift items for every enthusiast.
- **Walgreens**: Walgreens offers convenient groceries alongside its health essentials, including snacks, beverages, fresh foods, ready-to-eat meals, and specialty options like organic, gluten-free, sugar-free, and kosher products.
- **Dollar Tree**: Dollar Tree offers a fun treasure hunt of affordable everyday essentials, snacks, frozen foods, craft supplies, party goods, seasonal décor, and trusted brands— with new finds arriving regularly.
## Additional Information
- **Shipping to**: Shipping Items to the House
Can I ship some gear to the house before my stay? Absolutely! However, please note that deliveries are at your own discretion; Wander will not be held liable for lost, stolen, or tampered items or packages.
IMPORTANT: Please ensure that delivery will fall during your stay dates in order to prevent disturbing the guests at the house before and after your trip. Should your package arrive on a day that doesn’t fall during your trip, a $50 fee will be charged for our runner's fee.
Need Something at the Home?
If there is anything you want in your Wander Home that you can’t find, simply let Concierge know so they can help out (no need to buy anything). You may contact them through the app or by texting +1-737-377-3205.
- **Occupancy notice**: This home follows a strict maximum occupancy rule. Please make sure that the total number of guests accompanying you (including both children and adults) doesn't exceed the indicated maximum occupancy above to avoid cancellation of your stay and additional fees.
- **No smoking**: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.
## Guest Services
- **24/7 Concierge**: Available through the Wander app
- **Housekeeping**: Professional cleaning service
- **Maintenance**: On-call support for any issues
- **Local Recommendations**: Dining, activities, and experiences
## Property Details
- **Property ID**: 730155563995890416
- **Hero Image**: https://assets.wander.com/730155687060963494/fullres.webp
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*Last modified: 2026-11-09*