Lake House (Crystal Lake Park)

206 W. Park, Urbana, IL 61801 / Just north of University Avenue on Race Street

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Telephone: (217) 328-1069 for weather cancellations | (217) 367-1544 facility rental

Hours:
May 7-29: Sat & Sun from 12-7pm (also open Memorial Day)
May 26-Aug 14: Thu-Sun from 12-7pm
Aug 20-Sep 18: Sat & Sun from 12-7pm (also open Labor Day)

The Lake House will close when weather conditions make it unsafe for boating. Call 328-1069 for updated information.

Fees include Coast Guard-approved life jackets with sizes ranging from infant to adult. An adult must accompany anyone under 16. A valid driver’s license or major credit card is required as a deposit on all rentals.

Boat Rental Fees
Canoes or Rowboats - $6/half hour or $8/hour
2-person paddleboats - $7/half hour or $9/hour
3-person paddleboats - $8 half hour or $10/hour
4-person paddleboats - $9/half hour or $11/hour

Group Boat Rentals
Save up to 25% on regular boat rental prices when you book your group boat rental at least one week in advance. Increase the quality of your Lake House party, pavilion rental or gathering. Call the Phillips Recreation Center at 367-1544 to arrange your group boat rental.

LAKE HOUSE RENTAL- Call 367-1544
The Lake House is the perfect spot for birthdays, anniversaries, retirement parties, bridal and baby showers, rehearsal dinners, family reunions, corporate trainings, meetings, retreats, graduation and holiday parties. The Lake House rental room can seat 50 people or accommodate up to 100 people with the inclusion of the outdoor terrace. There is a two-hour minimum for all rentals. Please make your request at least two weeks in advance.
Every rental includes use of a prep kitchen with counter space, small microwave, sink, and ice machine as well as a refrigerator and freezer. In the warmer months, your party could benefit from a private group boat rental at a discounted rate. Also available at a small cost are an easel, TV/VCR, movie screen, and LCD projector (computer not included), and use of fireplace. Now’s the time to begin wedding plans! The Lake House is a fantastic location for an intimate wedding or other celebration. Call Janet at 367-1544 ext. 207 to talk about set-up options and accommodations for a larger party. Quite often, groups rent additional tables and chairs to complement our indoor set-up for an outdoor ceremony. We’d be glad to help you plan your day!

$50 per hour
$65 per hour with outdoor terrace
All rental requests require a $75 deposit 2 weeks in advance Reserve the Lower Terrace for an additional $35 and have the tables moved aside for $50. The Lower Terrace is the ideal spot for a small ceremony right on the water’s edge!

PLAN YOUR NEXT MEETING WITH US
Are you looking for a unique setting to hold your next company training or agency retreat? The Lake House offers a relaxing setting that your staff and your budget will appreciate. For only $35/hour, you’ll have access to all the Lake House features. Call Janet at 367-1544 ext. 207 to see if your meeting qualifies for our seminar rate.

Amenities:

Boating · Fishing · Flowers · Parking · Rentals · Restrooms · Sitting Areas