This place is really, really great. The owner is so friendly and helpful and really provides an amazing experience. There are so many options and things to do while just hanging out on the lake. We paddle boarded, tanned and laid in the rafts on the water. It’s so close to chicago but feels like a different world and vibe. I definitely will be coming back here.
Staying here has soothed my soul. Everything was clean and Amanda made getting away for a couple of days so easy. The fact that I didnt have to pack utensils, cookware, or even charcoal made going on a trip with a family of 4 less stressful! The beach is wonderful with plenty of toys and all you can think of to play with for adults and kids. We rented a pontoon just down the road from the cottages. This was a top notch lake vacation and we will be coming back multiple time. Thank you for the relaxing amazing time!
Amanda, the owner, hosted my work retreat for 8 people and I could not be happier. I have never met a more gracious and friendly host. Instantly, it is if you have been friends for 30 years. Every effort was made by not just Amanda but her staff to see to our needs. We enjoyed it so much we decided to bring our family back for a vacation. This little secret is a treasure and receives my highest praise.
Fun place to go with thr family...Very clean and professional
We just stopped in to get info on this hidden gem. Amanda was extremely helpful. We will definitely plan a beach day to hang out at Cypress
Great place to keep your boat and or rent a place to hang on the chain for the weekend. Very few places on the chain o lakes like it. Great Sandy Beach for the kids !!!
The overall experience was very remarkable! Very extremely recommended!
Love this place! Clean beach, friendly staff, and nice boat docks
Nice place.. cozy and clean. We arrived late after spending the day at the Alpine Valley ski resort. It was snowing and the thermostat was off. When we arrived the temperature was about 50 degrees. It took awhile until the temperature was reasonable. We did notice a smell from the water even after running the water for awhile. The toilet did not have enough flushing power and I could see water seeping from the bottom of the toilet (unit 4).
GREAT FOR PARTIES!!! We just had our 20th HS reunion here and it was amazing!Outside has a great big white tent overlooking the lake so you can be outside, but in the shade if you want. 4 big picnic tables. Bonfire pit off to the side. Only downfall...very steep hill that doesn’t have any kind of posts or ropes as a precaution- not the best for kids or people who’ve partied too hard (especially at night).The Boat House inside space is super cute with plenty of room for people to stand and mingle, as well as sit at pub tables or on couch. Has a small bar with a full size fridge/freezer. Does have bathrooms, access located on outside of boathouse.Has a gravel driveway/road, but parking is in grass. Would image if it’s rainy season this might not be the greatest.I didn’t actually use the beach or cottages, but people said both are great! Kids love playing on the beach having hours of fun while parents sit back and relax. Cottages are super cute.
Cozy and clean. Owner was so sweet and hospitable. Would definitely return.
Its lit fam
Amanda and her team have made spending a weekend here amazing. From the cute, refurnished cottages, to the beautiful Petite Lake and Beach. From the beach to the kayaks, its a phenomenal place. Amanda made our kids PROM weekend truly an experience they will never forget. A must visit!!!!!!
The most charming resort on the Chain. Amanda is very gracious and accommodating, and made sure we had everything we needed for our party at the boathouse and our stay. I caanot say enough about how much I love it here!
Great cottages at the chain o lakes, beatifully decorated, impecably clean. Amanda the owner is super nice, it clearly shows all the hard work she put into it. Worth to visit, a short drive from Chicago. What else can you ask for, you launch your boat here, relax in the longers at the beach, barbecue and fires by the lake at night.
The best place to be on a hot day!!!
When I first arrived at Cypress everyone there made me feel so comfortable and relaxed. Cypress Resort is lakefront gem mixed with Amanda’s hard work, skill and amazing designer taste. The amount of passion the Crew puts into the property is so admirable.. No matter where you live, in the Chicago and Milwaukee area, Cypress is easily accessible for a staycation. And it’s a scenic drive from anywhere in the Midwest for a weekend away. -Chaz
Fantastic place for families. Beautiful beach, marina and cottages. The management is wonderful
Love this place ! I always recommend it to my customers!
Quaint and well refurbished. No sink disposal or dishwasher. Water was dirty and brown
Amanda is awesome
My favorite place to be!! Cypress is my getaway, my place where I can leave all my stress behind. Amanda brings me back to time when I was a kid going to my Great grandparents cottage every weekend. Amanda truly knows how to bring you back in time and enjoy!
I treated myself with a staycation weekend & Im happy that I did, because now, I know what Ive been missing & Ill do it again!Saturday night was lively with a huge bonfire with other guests & friends of the resort.Sunday was lazy, sitting on the dock, meeting resort regulars & enjoying the calm of an unusually warm winters breeze through the trees from a hammock.Sunday night was easy & quiet, with tea. I had a bath & ordered food to the main house.Monday morning was sleeping in & coffee on the porch.The decor of the brains l cabins is aesthetically pleasing, to say the least. It literally calms you. The only negative is that Cypress is so beautiful, its hard to leave.The staff, & everyone on the grounds is friendly & helpful. Amanda is, clearly, hard-working & has created a lovely retreat. I cant say enough good things. Its just perfect here!
Amazing weekend getaway! Peaceful and charming.
My husband Brian and I were lucky enough to get married here Labor Day 2015 (perfect venue) and have been going back to visit, host family/friend picnics, attend parties, & hang out on the beach as often as possible ever since.We stayed in cottage #2 for our wedding weekend and felt right at home. At that point, it was one of few cottages available for rent, but Amanda has been very busy rehabbing ever since and now has a number of cozy, beautifully updated cottages available for rent. Each unit has its own unique and personal touches that highlight the original charm while still being modern and fully equipped for a very comfortable stay.The beach at Cypress is the best on the chain by far, & its a great place to spend a summer weekend just hanging out, floating around, & using one of the many lounge chairs, picnic tables, and/or BBQ grills. There are clean bathroom facilities with hot showers available, which definitely come in handy.Last but not least, Amanda is an amazing hostess and her genuine love & passion for this place (& all of its historic charm) is part of what makes it so special. Shes so friendly and welcoming and just one of those people people are drawn to. She has a really awesome thing going at Cypress.Overall, this place is definitely the hidden gem of Petite Lake, if not all of the Chain o Lakes & Antioch as a whole.
We had a fantastic weekend staying at Cypress! The kids enjoyed the beach and the sandbar. Lots of fun and relaxation! Amanda did a great job with the cabins and all of the extras like charcoal and lighter fluid really made our stay that much easier. We would definitely recommend this place to our family and fiends!
Beautiful place and owner. If I had a boat I would dock it there.
My home from home!!!! Grew up on cypress and I can say it is in the best shape it has ever been. Amanda the owner is great, and the beach experience is amazing. Beautiful sand, On site bathrooms and showers plenty of picnic tables to sit at, abundant docking for boats. By far the best resort on the chain. I can not wait for my 2017 boating season!!!!!!!!
Beautiful place! The owner is wonderful and she goes above and beyond! Its such a fun yet relaxing place to be.
Cypress is my self proclaimed happy spot. The resort is beautiful. The cabins are expertly decorated, comfortable and immaculately clean. Each time I visit I sleep great on the beds in the cottages. Every need is thought of from extra blankets, to dishes and french press. In addition to overnight stays I enjoy the occaisional day trip beach pass day. The service and atmosphere has always been impeccable. I recently moved to the east coast and I am looking forward to my visits home to see family and friends in Milwaukee. Cypress is my top choice for places to stay while visiting the area.
I love Cypress! This place IS summer to me and my friends. The newly refurbished cottages are gorgeous and quaint; the prices reasonable. I like to take off the occasional weekday from work just to play on their beach with friends. Ill also be launching my kayak here this summer!
Ive been a daytime guest at Cypress many times over the last few years. My friends and I have always enjoyed the beach, which is clean, fun, and relaxing. Weve also attended private parties held at the resort and the staff is always incredible. Cant wait to come and stay as an overnight guest in one of the adorable cottages soon!
Yes. Just yet. Go there. Immediately. If youre traveling - worth it to feel lost at the lake. If youre a local - take a weekend vacation and feel like you traveled afar with the ease of a short drive. Simple and easy to grill out and enjoy nature with the accommodations of a home (ex: plumbing and electrical). Amanda is an amazing host!
This place is like no other. We come here once a year and have never once had a bad time or a negative thing to say. The perfect lake front resort to get away from it all. You can really tell the family that runs it have put their heart into the place. We will continue to come back for years to come.
This is my favorite place in the world. I have been coming to Cypress my whole life and am proud to say I have never seen it in a more immaculate condition than it is in today. Amanda (owner) takes great pride in property management, customer service, interior decor and an overall amazing experience. There is no better place on the Chain, take it from someone who has been to every place on it!
So relaxing, well maintained, just beautiful
Beautiful, family friendly place,Amanda is the best hostess, well organized, warm, welcoming, cottages beautifully decorated and renovated, a great place to get away. Would definitely recommend for a vacation stay or a day at the beach. Five star place!
Love this place, clean, keep my boat here with no problem, Amanda, owner the best!
Beautiful sandy beach with little ducks that come right up to you. The owner is also very sweet and helpful. I was worried about the lake, since so many around here are covered with algae this time of year, but this is definitely a beach the kids can swim at!
Wonderful place. The attention to detail is unparalleled. Amanda put her heart and soul into this resort, and its shows!!
Great time, we stayed 3 nights and would have stayed even longer if I didnt have to return to work. Clean rooms, plenty of towels.
What a fun and beautiful place! Everythings amazing.
Just amazing places, good location, clean, friendly, just what i was looking for to celebrate my birthday.Thank you.
Perfect enjoy it
Great place to take a vacatio with familily
Lovely cottages with a great beach and view. Such a nice time we had. Hope to do it again soon.
The location is amazing..Very nice location, Rooms were clean, also the bathrooms..It has two bedrooms and own kitchen..
Great place to enjoy the chain o lakes
One of my favorite places to spend a summer day.
Nice quiet little place on the chain o lakes
Awesome Place. Service is Excellent.
Good service...
Was with the family
Beach rocks
Awesome place
Always the best!
Perfect
Awesome resort!!
Cypress is our summer fun spot
Beautiful place and owner is awesome
Amanda (owner) is awesome!
- Address:25635 W Hermann Ave, Antioch, IL 60002, United States
- Site:http://cypressofantioch.com/
- Phone:+1 224-381-3960
- Resort
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- Event venue
- Marina