Lake Villa.

Lake Villa's identity is built around its lakes, and a real share of the homes here were originally seasonal cabins before being winterized for full-time living. That history shows up in outdoor living demand especially: decks, porches and patios that make the most of a waterfront or near-water lot.

It also shows up inside, where older cabin-era framing and insulation sometimes need to be brought up to what a year-round home actually requires.