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Laura's Fully Fenced Yard With Lake Access

McHenry, Illinois
Fully Fenced
0.17 acres
51 Review
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Laura's Fully Fenced Yard With Lake Access

McHenry, Illinois
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Hosted by Laura D.
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Fully Fenced
0.17 acres
Laura's Fully Fenced Yard With Lake Access - McHenry, Illinois
Laura's Fully Fenced Yard With Lake Access - McHenry, Illinois
Laura's Fully Fenced Yard With Lake Access - McHenry, Illinois

Fencing

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Fencing height

4 feet (at lowest point)

Fencing type

Chain link - non-privacy

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

4 feet

Fencing type(s): Chain link - non-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 dogs

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

My dog will be kept in the house during your visit, unless your dog(s) want a playmate!

Designed for private play

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

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

We have a friendly, medium-sized black lab who is available to play if requested.

Designed for private play

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

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

The street is partially visible from the deck. There is light traffic and dog walkers sometimes present.

Designed for private play

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

Private entryNo

Private entry

No

Designed for private play

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


Amenities

Lake or pond

Dog drinking water

Trash can

Fertilizer-free

Scenic view

Short grass


Pricing
10 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Member get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

McHenry, Illinois

Description

Fully fenced yard with option to let dogs swim in McCollum Lake. The area leading to the lake is accessed by a gate. There is no fencing once in the lake.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Lake access poses potential drowning risk — dogs should be supervised near the water at all times. Lake banks may be slippery or uneven.

Water safety notice

Make sure to practice dog and human safety around water. Read more


Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Max dogs per booking
20

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


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

New spot

This spot was published recently. Be among the first to try it!

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Meet your host

Laura D.

Joined in June 2026


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