2026 ADDED AMENINITY! (See in description )Denise's 1 Acre Fenced Private Dog Park In Swansea - Swansea, Illinois #1

2026 ADDED AMENINITY! (See in description )Denise's 1 Acre Fenced Private Dog Park In Swansea - Swansea, Illinois #2

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2026 ADDED AMENINITY! (See in description )Denise's 1 Acre Fenced Private Dog Park In Swansea

Swansea, Illinois

Fully Fenced

0.5 acres

516 Reviews

Member Discount

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

Note from host

Upper part of properly where the doc is, is 4 foot wood. Lower level by shed is surrounded by wire fencing, which is about 3 feet tall.

Fencing height

3 feet (at lowest point)

Fencing types

Wood - non-privacy, Cattle with wire mesh

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

3 feet

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

Fencing type(s): Wood - non-privacy, Cattle with wire mesh

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing details: Upper part of properly where the doc is, is 4 foot wood. Lower level by shed is surrounded by wire fencing, which is about 3 feet tall.

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 animalsSometimes

Other peopleSometimes

Private entryYes

Amenities

Lake or pond

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog treats

Dog toys

Trash can

Pricing

15 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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This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Swansea, Illinois

Description

Welcome! Our property’s back yard has a large lake, which acts as part of the “fencing”. Otherwise, it is fully fenced. So if your furbaby is a swimmer, they will LOVE it here! There is a ramp leading directly into the water near our dock. However if your fur baby loves to swim TOO much, and decides to exit the lake on the opposite side of our property or in a neighbor’s yard, then you may have to hop in your car and retrieve them around the block, but If they have good recall, awesome! Bring a picnic blanket and relax under a tree!! Lots of shade, and wildlife (ducks, geese, squirrels, raccoons) (Do not let your dog harm any of the wildlife). If your dog is a “prey” dog and you fear it will chase and catch a duck, goose, raccoon, then this may not be the place for you. “Leave It” is one of the best learned commands a pooch can have! 😁Please note, the lower half our our property is gated, but you are welcome to roam back there with dog on leash, only because this is very close to raccoons and possums. We do care for an injured raccoon, but have other visitors now, such as possums, stay cats and skunk. (Typically we only see these guys at night, but just still be very mindful). We love ALL animals and want to respect them. If your fur baby knows “leave it” then FANTASTIC! Also the lower half of yard is hilly with some stumps/stones here and there, so use caution…roam at your own risk. 😊 During the winter, if the lake is freezing over or frozen, we will NOT allow bookings. However if you do book during a winter month, when the lake is questionable, you resume 100% responsibility for your pup and yourself. THE 2026 ADDED AMENINITY: Fishing is allowed! Have some fun too while your pup is having a good time! BRING YOUR OWL POLE AND BAIT. We throw our fish back, but if you catch a nice size catfish, you are welcome to keep. ONE PER VISIT THOUGH. Please be responsible with any hooks or bait. Please do not leave on property and avoid hooks getting left in trees and the lake. Water bowl, toys and poop bags available for your use while here. Please do clean up after your pooch/pooches. ENJOY!🐶😊💕

Cleanliness

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

Hazards

HOST NOTE

If your dog jumps fences, ours may not be a good fit. Lake water shouldn’t be consumed by your dog. We will provide water bowl. Wildlife on property. Ducks, Canadian geese, squirrels, and raccoons. Lower half on property is hilly and uneven in spots. Lots of acorns in Fall although we have them professionally cleaned up when possible. Property sometimes has mushrooms pop up, so defer your dog from consumption. This spot has a water feature, make sure to review these guidelines for visiting spots with water before visiting: https://help.sniffspot.com/article/167-how-to-keep-your-dog-safe-around-pools-and-water

Water safety notice

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

Host Rules

Minimum visit length

30 minutes

Required advanced notice for visits

2 hours

Max dogs per booking

Is the host present?

I generally do not meet my guests

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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