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Chicago Style Weddings: Choosing Your Ideal Wedding Venue

Historic Estate or Site Character abounds with a historic site or estate as a venue. By leaning into the splendor of the past, you can ease up on decor rentals and let the space speak for itself. These venues typically have sweeping gardens, breathtaking architecture and the irreplaceable richness of history. If you’re looking for...

Wandering Tree Estate Awarded ‘Most Enchanting Private Wedding & Event Venue 2023’ in the State of Illinois by the United Kingdom’s Luxlife Magazine

Located in North Barrington, Illinois, Wandering Tree Estate is an exceptional venue for extraordinary events. It boasts various gorgeous gardens, a bridal cottage on-site, an outdoor model train layout, and an indoor model train museum. An unforgettable experience awaits at this breath-taking location featuring gardens ranging from quaint English inspired rose gardens to Japanese style...

Wandering Tree Estate was Featured on Coolest Thing YouTube Channel

HUGE Backyard Garden Railroad (G Scale) PLUS Lionel O Scale Chicago Layout Best model train G-scale garden layout on private property, that I have ever seen! Elaine Silets’ train layouts are world famous. Known as the “Train Lady”, Elaine has been in the model train business almost all here life. She got her start selling...

Chicago Style Weddings Magazine – Styled Shoot Showcase

A Country Garden Wedding Reimagined at Wandering Tree Estate Flowers and lace defined the vision behind this country garden styled shoot at Wandering Tree Estate. Designed by Wandering Tree Estate and Alicja Events, this showcase of femininity illustrated a romantic setting for the most timeless of love stories. Thoughtfully set up alongside the pond and...

Modern Luxury Wedding Stylized Photoshoot 2021

By Elle Cashin // Photographed by Sharmila Taylor Photography & Janet Kay Nestled in North Barrington, Wandering Tree Estate is an idyllic Eden, awash with color across more than 10 lush acres. When she first toured it last year, Woodstock-based wedding photographer Sharmila Taylor (sharmilataylorphotography.com) was inspired to orchestrate a high-end styled shoot showcasing the...

Celebrating 50 years…Wandering Tree Estate is anything but ordinary for weddings!

By Wandering Tree Estate | December 22, 2021 | Sponsored Post Wedding Features With 10 acres of breath-taking award-winning gardens, model train layouts and museum, and a large sparkling lake, Wandering Tree Estate transports you into an unforgettable realm of beauty and wonder. The unique all-outdoor setting allows you and your guests to enjoy your big day surrounded by tropical...

Wandering Tree Estate has been honored with the Diamond Wedding Award for Outstanding Rustic Wedding by Modern Luxury Weddings Chicago Magazine

Amidst the enchanting allure of sprawling landscapes and rustic charm, one wedding venue has emerged victorious in the competitive world of matrimonial celebrations. Gracing the hearts of countless couples with its picturesque ambiance and impeccable gardens, Wandering Tree Estate has been honored with the prestigious Diamond Wedding Award for Outstanding Rustic Wedding by Modern Luxury...

Hanna and Joe Featured on Chicago Sytle Weddings

Gunther Wedding By the lake

Darling Details Hanna and Joe found their wedding inspiration in the idea of a whimsical garden. They incorporated shades of pink, champagne and of course an abundance of lush greenery. Even though it was quite hot on the day, their wedding was nothing but elegant and chic. How Joe Knew He Had Found the One...

Amazing Chicago Suburban Wedding Venues Outside of the City

Wandering Tree Estate, North Barrington Wandering Tree Estate is as whimsical a venue for your wedding as its name. A private luxury estate located in the northern suburbs, this luxe estate has a private 4-acre lake, garden railways, and 10 acres of beautiful prize-winning gardens, including rose gardens, a woodland, and a Shabui Japanese stroll...

The IT List

The IT List: America’s Best Wedding Venues Dreaming of your fairytale wedding? Our Screamers have selected the most stunning and romantic wedding venues across the country. Check out their picks in this week’s IT list of America’s best wedding venues below. Wandering Tree Estate – North Barrington, Illinois Wedgewood Weddings – Colorado Spring, Colorado The Westin...

Local Love – Michelle & Benjamin at Wandering Tree Estate

Michelle & Benjamin had perfect summer weather for their gorgeous garden wedding and outdoor reception at Wandering Tree Estate. The fairytale setting was only enhanced by the love and laughter the couple shared with friends and family throughout the day. All photos by Photography by Christian Sampson. Michelle and Benjamin’s love story began in a shared History...

Altar Alternatives – Chicago Style Weddings

(Photo Credit: Provided by Wandering Tree Estate ) This gorgeous luxury venue features 10 acres of stunning grounds, including gardens, waterfalls, and a red bridge that offer couples endless options for beautiful wedding photos. Wandering Tree Estate only schedules one event per weekend, so you have the entire estate available exclusively for your event. There is...

Hanna and Joe’s Wedding

Gunther Wedding By the lake

We are excited to share this gorgeous wedding that took place at Wandering Tree Estate. Hanna completed her look with an abundance of floral decor and rustic elegance while being surrounded by breathtaking gardens and scenery. Thank you to all of our vendors who made this special day a possibility! Catering: Limelight Catering Wedding Planner:...

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