Alice's Acre: Your Secluded Spot for Off-Leash Running & Playing in Downtown Antioch - Antioch, Illinois #1

Alice's Acre: Your Secluded Spot for Off-Leash Running & Playing in Downtown Antioch - Antioch, Illinois #2

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Alice's Acre: Your Secluded Spot for Off-Leash Running & Playing in Downtown Antioch

Antioch, Illinois

Fully Fenced

1 acre

512 Reviews

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Fencing

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Fencing height

5 feet (at lowest point)

Fencing type

Chain link - privacy

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

5 feet

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Fencing type(s): Chain link - privacy

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other domestic animalsNo

Other peopleSometimes

Private entryYes

Amenities

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog toys

Trash can

Hand sanitizer

Table

Pricing

10 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

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Location

Antioch, Illinois

Description

Welcome! Tucked away in downtown Antioch is a hidden one-acre private dog park where dogs can run, sniff, zoom, dig, splash, and play to their heart's content. Reservation only - just you and your dog. 🐾 For the Dogs: I have a feeling you're going to love this backyard. It's a full acre of fenced-in freedom, hidden behind the houses like a secret playground. There's plenty of open space for epic zoomies, mature trees that are almost certainly hiding squirrels, and even a special corner where digging is enthusiastically encouraged. If you visit after a good rain, you might discover a muddy little spot that's perfect for rolling around and getting dirty (you're welcome.) No rain? No problem. Cool off in the doggy splash pad instead. Of course, you'll also find plenty of other toys waiting for you, like tennis balls, frisbees, and those squeaky toys you love to throw into the air (you know the ones). For the Humans: While your pup burns off some energy, you can enjoy a surprisingly peaceful and serene backyard, especially considering it's only a half block off Main Street in downtown Antioch. In the middle of the yard you'll find our old chicken house. It retired from raising chickens years ago and really just sits there looking cute. But it does have a little patio with chairs, a basket of dog toys, and a water spigot with fresh water for thirsty pups. 🌳 The Property: Our property is located just north of Sequoit Creek Park and the Antioch Public Library, only a half block off Main Street. The backyard is fully fenced and has convenient, direct access from the driveway. Guests have two dedicated parking spaces in the large circular driveway, set well away from the house. The yard is usually quiet and peaceful. Occasionally, the neighbors' two friendly dogs may be outside. They sometimes bark to say hello, but they stay securely on their own property. ❤️ Thanks for Visiting! I'm new to Sniffspot and excited to share this special space with other dog lovers. If there's anything you'd like to see added or improved, I'd genuinely love to hear your suggestions.

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

The lawn is not like golf-course. It’s not 100% level and it does have a few dips here and there.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length

30 minutes

Required advanced notice for visits

1 hour

Max dogs per booking

Is the host present?

I generally do not meet my guests

Additional rules

1. Please pick up after your dog! Poop bags are provided and you'll find a garbage can just outside the gate. 2. If you turn on the water spigot, please make sure it's turned off before you leave. 3. Please return dog toys to the toy box. 4. Both gates must remain securely closed at all times. 5. Only park in the guest parking spots. Do not park in the circle, street or in front of the garage.

Community safety rules

	Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
	Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
	Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
	Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
	Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
	Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules

	Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
	Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
	Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
	Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
	Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
	Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies

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Meet your host

Kathleen D.

Joined in July 2026

Hi! I recently moved back to the area and am thrilled to have a beautiful backyard. It's a yard that was meant for dogs. I'm new to Sniffspot but it feels like a perfect fit because nothing makes me smile more that seeing dogs enjoying my backyard.

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