Beautiful in any season, the community of Lake Forest, located 31 miles north of the City of Chicago on the west shore of Lake Michigan, is recognized for its natural beauty, sensitivity to open space and preservation of its historic structures and landscapes. The close proximity (1mi) to the shores of Lake Michigan allows the opportunity to take wedding images along Lake Forest’s beautiful beach.
Within walking distance of the Inn:
Shopping
Talbots
Williams & Sonoma
Emporium Luggage
The Lake Forest Shop (Boutique)
Three Sisters (Boutique)
Wired on Bank Lane (Electronics)
Helanders (Cards, Office Suplies)
Arabesque Dance Wear
Smith’s Men Store
Anna’s Antiques
B. Dragonfly (Boutique)
Kiddles (Sporting Goods)
Lake Forest Bookstore
Kids
Toy Station
Pennies From Heaven (Gifts)
Initial Choice (Gifts)
Lilly Alexander (Clothing Boutique)
Phoebe and Francis (Clothing Boutique)
Flowers
Lord and Mar
Ex Floreus
Lake Forest Flowers
Food & Drink
Starbucks
Einsteins
Sweets (Homemade Candies and Ice Cream)
Foodstuffs (Deli)
Lake Forest Food and Wine
Gerhard’s Bakery (Wedding Cakes)
Misc.
Walgreens
CVS
Lake Forest Library
Jewel
Lake Forest Post Office
Lake Forest Recreation Center
Metra Station
Other Attractions:
Ravinia Festival - This world famous concert venue is located in Highland Park, IL (only 15 minutes away by car or train), Ravinia is the oldest outdoor music festival in the United States. It features a series of outdoor concerts and performances held every summer from June to September.
Chicago Botanic Garden - Located in Glencoe, Ill. (15 minutes away by car or train) the Chicago Botanic Garden is a 385-acre living plant museum situated on nine islands featuring 23 distinct display gardens surrounded by lakes, as well as a prairie and woodlands. With events, programs and activities for all ages, the Garden is open every day of the year, except Dec. 25. Admission is free; select event fees apply. Parking is $15; free for members.
Downtown Chicago - Only 30 miles away from the Inn, downtown Chicago offers endless shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
