Private Botanic Garden Venue at Wandering Tree Estate

Garden at an Event Venue · Private space

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830 West State Route 22, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
West Side Lake Zurich, IL

About this space

With 10 acres of breath-taking award-winning gardens, model train layouts and museum, and a large sparkling lake, you and your guests will be transported into an unforgettable realm of beauty and wonder. Wandering Tree Estate is the wedding venue to make your dreams come true!

Whether you are planning a surprise birthday party, bridal shower, baby shower, or even a small intimate dinner, Wandering Tree Estate can cater to you! Our venue allows for almost any type of private party thinkable.

Brides! There are a million reasons to pick Wandering Tree Estate as your wedding venue. Our gardens are Instagram ready and will blow you and your guests away. The unique all-outdoor setting allows you and your guests to enjoy your big day surrounded by tropical flowers and rare plants and trees - on your very own private estate.

Grooms! Feel relaxed on your big day. Our recommended vendors make the entire process smooth and easy from start to finish. We even allow outside vendors if you wish to have a completely custom experience!


Prices

Sunday
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Per day
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Pricing:
1-15 people - $1,500
16-30 people - $2,500
31-50 people - $3,500

The price for a private party or event only includes the use of the Estate. Renting the estate gives you 1 full day of private access to Wandering Tree. Our pricing package does not include catering, decor, floral arrangments, etc

Bridal Cottage for makeup and hair - additional cost
Monday
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Per day
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Pricing:
1-15 people - $1,500
16-30 people - $2,500
31-50 people - $3,500

The price for a private party or event only includes the use of the Estate. Renting the estate gives you 1 full day of private access to Wandering Tree. Our pricing package does not include catering, decor, floral arrangments, etc

Bridal Cottage for makeup and hair - additional cost
Tuesday
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Per day
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Pricing:
1-15 people - $1,500
16-30 people - $2,500
31-50 people - $3,500

The price for a private party or event only includes the use of the Estate. Renting the estate gives you 1 full day of private access to Wandering Tree. Our pricing package does not include catering, decor, floral arrangments, etc

Bridal Cottage for makeup and hair - additional cost
Wednesday
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Per day
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Pricing:
1-15 people - $1,500
16-30 people - $2,500
31-50 people - $3,500

The price for a private party or event only includes the use of the Estate. Renting the estate gives you 1 full day of private access to Wandering Tree. Our pricing package does not include catering, decor, floral arrangments, etc

Bridal Cottage for makeup and hair - additional cost
Thursday
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Per day
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Pricing:
1-15 people - $1,500
16-30 people - $2,500
31-50 people - $3,500

The price for a private party or event only includes the use of the Estate. Renting the estate gives you 1 full day of private access to Wandering Tree. Our pricing package does not include catering, decor, floral arrangments, etc

Bridal Cottage for makeup and hair - additional cost
Friday
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Per day
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Pricing:
1-15 people - $1,500
16-30 people - $2,500
31-50 people - $3,500

The price for a private party or event only includes the use of the Estate. Renting the estate gives you 1 full day of private access to Wandering Tree. Our pricing package does not include catering, decor, floral arrangments, etc

Bridal Cottage for makeup and hair - additional cost
Saturday
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Per day
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $1500 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Pricing:
1-15 people - $1,500
16-30 people - $2,500
31-50 people - $3,500

The price for a private party or event only includes the use of the Estate. Renting the estate gives you 1 full day of private access to Wandering Tree. Our pricing package does not include catering, decor, floral arrangments, etc

Bridal Cottage for makeup and hair - additional cost

Capacity

Standing
up to 50
Dining
up to 50

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering
Approved caterers only
External catering not allowed
Venue doesn’t provide alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Natural light
Storage space
Free parking is available on-site
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

All food and drink must be provided by a caterer pre-approved by Wandering Tree Estate.
Wandering Tree Estate only books events 12-16 months in advance.
You are not allowed to enter the house - Wandering Tree Estate is an outdoor venue.
No smoking or vaping allowed on the property.
BYOB is not allowed; however, liquor may be obtained and served by pre-approved caterers with liquor licenses.


Wandering Tree Estate is by any measure, an extraordinary environment and is suitable for a wide variety of events.

Situated in North Barrington, Illinois, Chicago residents are within a drivable distance from the city and suburbs. Wandering Tree Estate presents a destination event venue close to home.

Comprising ten acres of exquisitely landscaped gardens, a four-acre lake, and an internationally recognized Garden Railway and Model Railroad Museum, it is suitable for any of the following events: weddings, corporate, and celebrations of every description.

Wandering Tree Estate is unique in another regard. It presents multiple locations for each type of event within its gardens. For example, our clients have chosen many of the following options to stage their event: Weddings in the Grove, in front of the entrance to the Japanese Garden and "everywhere" to celebrate a holiday, reunion, and summer meetings of every description.


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