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Bar service
$16 per person
Bar service
$16 per person

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Step into our world. A world of natural beauty, of timeless elegance and of lasting memories. We proudly present to you, The Shores of Turtle Creek, our natural wonder for your most perfect wedding or event.

Couples interested in a gorgeous outdoor wedding ceremony and/or reception frequently find themselves at the Shores of Turtle Creek. Our Chicagoland outdoor wedding venue is unlike any other you and your significant other may have seen, and this is because of our beautiful combination of private outdoor space and wonderful indoor amenities.

Our beautiful, 32-acre estate offers the best location in the area for all types of outdoor activities such as fireworks shows.

The main building begins with a spacious front porch that welcomes each guest through a set of big doors and into the large, 10,000 square-foot, two-story lodge. The main floor room centers on a large stone fireplace surrounded by vast skylights and windows, all of which invite the scenic outdoors inside for year-round natural beauty. The natural yet contemporary lodge plays hosts to groups large and small, with enough room for ceremonies and receptions.

  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$16

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Wine
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December
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Reviews of The Shores of Turtle Creek

4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
52 Reviews
96% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.8 out of 5 rating
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The Shores of Turtle Creek is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings. The venue is described as stunning and beautiful, with a lodge-like atmosphere and picturesque scenery. The owner and event coordinator, Anna, is praised for her organization and attention to detail, ensuring a flawless wedding day. The recommended vendors, including the catering and bakery services, were also commended. Overall, reviewers had a fantastic experience at The Shores of Turtle Creek and highly recommend it as a wedding venue.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Shores of Turtle Creek is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings. The venue is described as stunning and beautiful, with a lodge-like atmosphere and picturesque scenery. The owner and event coordinator, Anna, is praised for her organization and attention to detail, ensuring a flawless wedding day. The recommended vendors, including the catering and bakery services, were also commended. Overall, reviewers had a fantastic experience at The Shores of Turtle Creek and highly recommend it as a wedding venue.

Weddingwire
4.8/5 52 reviews
Google
4.7/5 106 reviews
Grace
Grace K. Sent on 01/19/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing group

My fiance & I were invited to this venue for a fun Friday night holiday date night. Their invitation also gave us a chance to get out of the house amidst cov19 in a safely distanced & intimate environment while also being given information regarding what the venue offered. We were greeted at the door by the entire crew for just the 2 of us which started the night off with such a VIP feeling, hospitable experience. Upon being given a complimentary charcuterie board w/a wide variety of snacks, fun cocktails, & the opportunity to make a cute "Our 1st Christmas Engaged" ornament, we were given so much more than one could ask of a venue or its supporting members. It's not every day you can meet all the supporting vendors you could possibly need on your big day all in 1 spot, being able to ask all the questions you have for them. Not to mention the vibes they give off being a team that's worked so well together for a large number of years created such a sweet feeling & very comforting to see. They were patient, sweet, informative, kind, so very personable, and just all around fun to spend your evening with & hang out. Tell me there is another vendor out there who will also, for the price of $0, give you advice on helpful tips you might not be able to hear from anyone else. Not only did they offer tips for the big day regarding things like lighting & how to get the pictures you want but they eagerly gave you a guided dance lesson, relationship pointers & marital advise for a continued strong marriage after the fact once the exciting day was something behind you. This venue with it's crew of supporting vendors was the very 1st one we saw on our journey of venue hunting, and we wanted so badly to book them right there on the spot. We are venturing around because its just what you do when you've only seen 1 place but it will be a very hard example for other vendors to try and follow or compete with for sure!
Grace & Alex
Steven
Steven B. Sent on 07/20/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Most unique space in the entire Midwest!

This place is NOT your typical banquet hall with old furniture, disco balls and chandeliers from the 50's! Shores feels more like a lodge in Yellowstone NP! It is warm, inviting and spacious. And the owner runs the place like a well-oiled machine! Our day - even with rain at an outdoor setting - was flawless.
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Cecelia H. Sent on 08/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue!

The shores of Turtle creek was such a beautiful venue. I would Highly recommend. You have the whole property so it is just your event going on and the scenery is just beautiful especially in June which is when we got married. You don’t need a lot of decorations because the venue itself is just stunning. Anna was wonderful to work with! She was on top of everything and even though she is not a day of coordinator, she helped to make sure everything went smoothly on our wedding day. We did a butterfly release during the ceremony and this venue was the perfect backdrop. Anna was absolutely amazing and I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding at the shores of turtle creek! I cannot say enough good things about this place. 10/10 recommend!
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Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Lucky Entertainment Lucky Entertainment Wedding DJs

The Shores of Turtle Creek is a very beautiful wedding venue. The food is great and the staff is always very helpful. We would recommend Turtle Creek to any perspective bride and groom.

I Wed Solutions I Wed Solutions Wedding DJs

The Shores of Turtke Creek is one of the best venues in lake county. I can’t say enough good things about the Shores. Anna and her staff run a perfect wedding day. The venue is absolutely beautiful. The ceremony site is is breathtaking. The catering is some of the best food I’ve ever eaten. Give Anna a call and book the Shores now before your date gets taken.

Wedding Trail Wedding Trail Wedding Photographers

Amazing and unique wedding venue!

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