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A modern room with a long dining table surrounded by orange chairs, alongside seating areas with plants and large windows letting in natural light.
from$400/hr
Modern Luxuries Meet Exceptional Views at Wacker and Michigan

Chicago Loop, IL

4.9(32)
Venue capacity icon125
The Tavern Club at 333. ...Please Note: All Beverage is handled in-house (coffee, tea, bottled water, soft drinks, premium liquor & beer) Space Details: - Full-Service, High-End Bar - Full Kitchen with Catering Service - Panoramic Views Of Michigan Avenue, Wacker Drive, Lake Michigan & The Chicago River - Space for...
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A spacious, empty dance studio featuring wooden flooring, large mirrors on one wall, and two folding chairs set against a yellow-painted wall.
from$30/hr
Small Dance Studio Available for Creative Use | Studio 1

South Loop, Chicago, IL

4.9(376)
Venue capacity icon10
Our dance studio is ideal for small events during the week. Ideal for dance rehearsals, Zoom classes, photoshoots, freelancers, film work, fitness videos, music videos, etc. Space Details: - 10 person studio - 30 chairs - 5 - 6ft tables - LED track lights -...
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A modern conference room features a long wooden table surrounded by green mesh chairs, with large windows and plants enhancing the space.
from$110/hr
Sunlit Boardroom Overlooking Millennium Park

Chicago Loop, IL

5.0(35)
Venue capacity icon12
One of the best views in the city! Our Millennium Park Board Room seats up to 12 people. The Millennium Park Room is the perfect place to host your next important meeting. Impress your clients and guests with our modern furniture configurations, which are setup...
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A modern, open-concept living space featuring a gray sofa, a round dining table with chairs, and a kitchenette with black appliances.
from$75/hr
Downtown Condominium with un-interrupted Skyline, Lake and Park Views

Chicago Loop, IL

4.0(1)
Venue capacity icon10
This is a fully equipped recently renovated condominium that provides instagrammable views! No other location in the city provides a skyline view this dramatic as this building is the furthest East and the views look back towards, Grant Park, Monroe Harbor, Buckingham Fountain and the...
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A modern living room features two gray couches facing large windows with a skyline view of Chicago.
from$100/hr
Luxury Downtown Penthouse with Killer Views

Near South Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(209)
Venue capacity icon8
About this Space: Perfect space for all types of shoots and luxury or modern content creation! **Photography and Videography allowed** - True floor to ceiling windows throughout the unit that gives natural light at anytime of day. The night view is breathtaking, and the day...
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An industrial-style interior space with exposed brick walls, large windows, wooden flooring, a table with chairs, and a sofa area.
from$150/hr
Artesian Loft - A Spacious Lake View Loft

Lake View, Chicago, IL

5.0(27)
Venue capacity icon120
FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY + SPACE DETAILS: • Guests are allowed to bring their own alcohol • Outside food is allowed • Kitchenette • No cooking is allowed on site • Television • Music Rules: Amplified music is allowed by connecting personal device to speakers...
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A modern living room features large windows with light curtains, a sofa, a circular ottoman, a decorative rug, and a view of a landscape outside.
from$350/hr
CasaNova Modern City Living

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon15
...Sprawling 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath 4 Story house nestled on private cul de sac in a residential area. Chicago's North Kenwood/Bronzeville neighborhood walking distance to the lakefront and 10 min drive to just about anywhere in city's loop. Features open floor plan with...
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A three-story stone-faced residential building with a front porch is surrounded by flower beds and a small tree.
from$175/hr
Fantatic Rehabbed 1890's Greystone House

Uptown, Chicago, IL

4.8(4)
Venue capacity icon30
Beautiful and spacious, lovingly rehabbed, late 1890s greystone building with great backyard with pond. Large open floorplan on 2nd level including chef's kitchen with private downstairs bedroom suite, with large backyard garden area. Sun room and balcony off of upstairs master suite overlooking the backyard...
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A large wooden dining table with black chairs is situated in a well-lit room, adjacent to an open doorway leading to another part of the house.
from$62/hr
Large Vintage Apartment near South Shore Cultural Center

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon25
...you for your cooperation. PLEASE NOTE: There is no parking in front of my house from 4-6pm Monday - Friday. There is no parking across the street from my house from 7-9am Monday - Friday. Not driving? There are a range of other...
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A dimly lit basement recreation area with wooden paneling, several tables and chairs, and framed photographs on the walls.
from$135/hr
FILM SHOOT'S, VIDEO'S, FILMIMG, COMMERCIAL'S!

25 miles from Chicago, IL

5.0(14)
Venue capacity icon30
...and 294 Highways. Lake Michigan is located 15 minutes away on the East side of Lake Forest. Great Restaurants are Close By Too! I Hope You Choose To Book Your Next Event At The Lake Forest House. FYI...I am open to...
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Great House with a great kitchen and backyard for filming Image in St Charles Township, St. Charles, IL
from$125/hr
Great House with a great kitchen and backyard for filming

36.5 miles from Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon80
Commercial Shoots, TV episodes, and promotional videos. Looking to only use the space for commercial reasons, no parties. On a beautiful lake, quiet neighborhood with great parking, a good power source, and beautiful we'll maintained inside. With new modern touches, the kitchen is great for...
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The interior of a rustic, open space features wooden beams, a staircase, a dining table with chairs, and large windows that overlook a green landscape.
from$250/hr
The Good Farm - 1853 Farmhouse and Historic Barn on 44 Acres

36.5 miles from Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon30
...the beaches of Lake Michigan! Cozy fully renovated barn BnB unit, full gym, and separate 100+ year old fully renovated historic barn, with covered patio perfect for hosting events. Gorgeous views surrounded by wetlands on 3 sides! Chicken coop that houses 20 free range...
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A park scene with tall trees casting long shadows on the grass while the sun sets behind the water in the background.
from$75/hr
Beautiful lake side property for a perfect photo shoot with amazingly colorful sunsets.

39.9 miles from Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon50
...Large lake side back yard with beautiful weeping willows. Natural home made bench with flower planters on each side make for a picturesque location facing either way (towards the lake or the house). Spring and summer nights bring vibrant colors during sunset in...
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A covered patio features a fire table surrounded by seating, with string lights overhead and a view of the lake in the background.
from$80/hr
Lakefront Oasis w/ 2 fire pits, game room & kayaks

43.2 miles from Chicago, IL

5.0(3)
Venue capacity icon12
...with “walk-in” lake frontage – 2 dedicated workspaces – Outdoor dining – Gas grill – 2 sets of washers and dryers – Smart TVs that you can connect your streaming services to – Fast Wi-Fi Guest access You will have access to the full house. Guests will be...
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Explore scenic lake house venues in Chicago

Lake houses provide a beautiful place to hold a small intimate wedding, family reunion, or birthday celebration. Guests have immediate access to the waterfront for boating, swimming, walking, and socializing. Not to mention nearby forest trails if the venue is suburban or rural - or cafes, restaurants, and bars in an urban setting. Chicagoans are lucky enough to have both of these options to choose from; you can find a lake house venue in the heart of downtown as well as on the very edges of Chicagoland.

Intimate lake house venues near Chicago

For an intimate experience in a lake house we recommend moving away from the urban core of Chicago. Lake houses are scattered throughout Chicagoland as well as in rural towns a couple hours drive from the city.
For a quiet rustic wedding places like Lake Ellyn Boathouse in Glen Ellyn, IL, offer a nice balance of affordability and beauty. The venue is set far enough away from downtown so you're not surrounded by traffic and tall buildings. Yet not too far of a drive to be inconvenient. Boat and lake houses are easy to decorate as well to fit any aesthetic. The stone and woodwork are ideally suited to rustic events, however. Mason jars, cut flowers, and other natural decor choices are the perfect match to a woodsy lake house in Chicago.

Beautiful lake house event spaces in Chicago

If you want more of a downtown atmosphere consider moving from the lakeshore to one of Chicago's canals. Venues like the Sheraton Grand Riverwalk Chicago have pavilions, seating areas, and direct access to the downtown riverwalk. In the summertime, cool breezes, glittering city lights, and skyscrapers provide the perfect backdrop for an urban event.
For a more expansive atmosphere we recommend venues with large outdoor settings like Theater on the Lake. Located North Lake Shore Dr, this venue offers space for up to 1,500 people. Theater on the Lake has one of the best southern skyline views in the area with direct access to Lake Michigan's shoreline. There are few better places to hold a stunning lakeside wedding or other private event.
Depending on the event you may want a private lake house venue in Chicago. Public lake houses will have too many folks milling about to feel like a truly special event. Especially in city parks that are popular on evenings and weekends. Make your lake house a private event rental to ensure the space is your own for the duration of the event!

Reviews for lake houses

Shanna A.
The Moon Lodge - Cabin on Crystal Lakes
This space was AMAZING! the cabin feel was perfectly curated, clean, and inviting. The photos are a great representation of the space. It has a large deck looking out onto the lake plenty of room to groove inside. We rented the space for a personal Photoshoot and had the...
Rebecca B.
Luxurious Lake House in Land O Lakes
This house was absolutely BEAUTIFUL and PERFECT for our small wedding!! The backdrop with the lake was absolutely perfect for our pictures and the guests loved this house as well. Arlene was very responsive to any questions and super accommodating with anything we needed. She even left a little...
Corey C.
Gorgeous Home & Spacious Outdoor Entertaining Area on Lake Wylie Just 20 Minutes from Uptown Charlotte with Beautiful Views
We could not have asked for a better Wedding Day experience at this beautiful lake house home! The Owner Lee pours her heart and soul into making sure every detail is accounted for. My wife and I jumped the broom last Friday 4.12.24 in front of a private group...
William C.
Luxury Lake House w/ Swimming Pool & Multiple Spas
recently had the pleasure of hosting an Formal event an the Noble lake house. It was a great experience the hosts were very easy to work with and very understanding. The amenities were incredible and it was awesome to be able to go down to the lake and...
Tommy D.
Grannycore Lakehouse - Echo Park Hilltop Cabin with Deck and Lake Views ENTIRE HOUSE!
Matt was a great host! His place have lots of natural light coming into the house, lots of different place to take photos around the house, the balcony have the echo park silver lake and the hollywood sign...
Isabel E.
Events at the Lake
We had a birthday celebration for my Son here. Pool House on the Lake is a beautiful property. Everyone loved it. My son, friends and family had a wonderful time! Karin is an awesome host! We will definitely return...
Erica E.
Luxurious Lake House in Land O Lakes
birthday party here and it was fantastic!!! The house is spacious and has so many different activities for guests. There is a pool table, shuffleboard, arcade games and trampoline for children, and jet skis to rent! The view of the lake is spectacular! The host has great communication and...
Ashley F.
Private Lake House with Vineyard
Was such a gorgeous space! The lake was stunning and the house had so many great spaces for us to use. Was a seamless experience...
Kimberly F.
Lake front house w/ boat & private gardened yard
We recently had the pleasure of doing a photo shoot at Matt’s Lake House and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. The setting was breathtaking, with its natural beauty providing the perfect backdrop for our shoot. Matt was incredibly gracious and went above and beyond to ensure everything...
Kevin H.
Tudor-Esque House with Baby Grand Piano, Magnificent Gardens And View of Silver Lake and Mountains
Filming at this Tudor-esque house in Silver Lake was awesome. The gardens and views of the lake and mountains were incredible, and the living room with its baby grand piano and high ceilings gave our shoot a great atmosphere. Tessa was a fantastic host, really helpful and...
Laura H.
A Tropical Paradise Awaits: Your Dream Event Venue
unforgettable time celebrating there. The location is fantastic, and we were fortunate to enjoy a spectacular fireworks display over the lake right from the front of the house, adding an extra special touch to the occasion. J, our host, was simply fantastic. His communication was seamless, and he was...
Karen L.
Waterside: MidCentury Modern-Inspired Lakeside Home
home has such beautiful, rich colors that my photographer kept looking at her shots, saying, "This color is amazing!" The house's grounds were equally stunning, with a lake, gorgeous banboom, and foliage. To boot, I also saw some wood ducks in the pond. If you want a creative...
Trudy N.
Lake house retreat
Michelle was super helpful! Had a perfect evening at the lake house
Katrina P.
Just Imagine It: MidCentury Modern Estate In Norfolk / Lakefront, Vintage Cool
Picturesque and breathtaking space. The house is beautiful and the space outside is open and the lake is right there for an added touch. Chuck is absolutely amazing. He is the hostess with the mostess!!! Hospitable, dependable, and kind. The space and service is exactly as described and even...
Hope Kim P.
Downtown Historic Mediterranean House
Love Isabel’s place! Perfect for our shoot today with a lake right across the house! They are so hospitable and we will definitely book again...
Serhii S.
Stunning Lakehouse....newly constructed with a stunning panoramic view.
Great location and great landlord. Professional and great person. House I cozy with gorgeous lake views
Amanda T.
Rustic Lakefront Home with Large, Open-Air Porch, Pool and Dock
took care of my requests ahead of time. Him and his wife were extremely accommodating. All the guests loved the house as well. The kids loved the lake, the water toys and the pool. Thank you Josh! It truly was a memorable day...
Sabrina T.
Stunning Modernist Lake House
George was such an accomodating and gracious host! His lake house was simply remarkable and such a gem nestled in the heart of Durham. The entire experience was top tier. I highly recommend this space...
Malik W.
Rustic Lake House in Orlando
Beautiful rustic lake house! Prime location for that type of feel
Leah W.
Modern Luxury Home with Mountain View
you're looking for a location for filming in Silver Lake, there's plenty of parking (we had a cast and crew of 25 and the owners had space for EVERYONE on a private road). Multi-level house with elevator (win!). Black out shades as well. Would film here...