Over the river and through the woods, To grandmother's house we go; The horse knows the way to…read morecarry the sleigh, Through (the) white and drifted snow! We visit here because it's Grandma's house. It's a nice community west of Chicago with pretty, well maintained homes and common areas. There are all kinds of recreation options including raquet sports, golf, gardening and various clubs. At least they were all operating pre-Covid. The community takes good care of the landscape so owners can forget about yard work and just enjoy life. And enjoy it they do. From my experience the folks here are happy and social, and content to live here. The local community offers all the shopping and services you could want just a short drive away. For those over 55 this is a good option to have a single family home, but relinquish some of the work.

moved in about one year ago from out of state. Home purchased was filthy and needed a complete…read moreoverhaul. This was not the description Huntley Realty provided and quite a dismaying result in trusting them. the house sold way over worth and is taking years to make livable. sun city has problems with mice--so you'll need to contract with an exterminator. coyotes are a problem too as some residents feed them. the association then tells you it's not in their by laws to address such an issue. The main number is never answered but for a robotic message taker. you are referred to the police about any strangers as they will inform you they have no way to know what work is being done. They do stridently control the color of your front door and other appearances. just concerned about appearances not the residents. look elsewhere.

For $30/hr, Algonquin's residents can rent the first floor of this building that's nestled on the…read morecorner of Algonquin Rd. & 31. I never even knew this was a possibility but stumbled upon it, thanks to the power of Google, when I was looking for a venue that would accommodate 50-ish people for my son's baptism reception lunch. This place definitely won't break the bank by any stretch of the imagination. The only downside is that it's not much to look at. The hall is nice and airy, 2 walls of windows let ample light stream in, and a wall of floor to ceiling mirrors reflect the light. The floors are wood, and the walls are cream, which provide a nice neutral palette for decorating without worrying about clashing. There's a tiny little kitchen in the back corner, complete with microwave and a full-sized refrigerator. Obviously they don't cater or anything, which is both a plus and a minus. They don't even have a coffee maker on hand, so be prepared to bring your own. What they do supply, or at least claim to, are 6-8 tables and 40-50 chairs. What we found when we arrived were 3 tables and about 20 chairs. We never did locate the rest of the tables and chairs, but we made due with what we had. This place isn't fancy by any stretch of the imagination, but if you're looking for a nice facility to hold a lunch or a get-together that isn't in your home, Algonquin's Historic Village Hall is a great option. We will definitely keep this place in mind for our next party.

Amazing catering job. Staff and chef were fabulous. The food was top notch. The best salmon I ever…read morehad. I would most definitely hire them for all my upcoming events.

I cannot say enough for how magical my day was thanks to Ingo and Sandra. I never wanted to leave…read morethe building whenever we had meeting leading up to our wedding day! I always felt so comfortable. If it was possible I would give them a lot more than 5 stars:) If you want my full opinion I'm gonna have to have a 12 course meal so explain how thankful and appreciative I am for them!

This venue is beautiful and in a great location for events. I bought the all inclusive luxury mini…read morewedding package. I was very happy with the package. However, I was disappointed with the way the day went. With 8 hours of access we planned for an hour of clean up at the end with all guests out. The owner had my guests cleaning up the venue starting at 7:30 even though we didn't need to be out until 10:30. I understand asking guests to clean plates but my photos from the end of the night didn't have any of the decor because it was put away before my wedding was over. Truthfully it made me feel rushed to end my wedding which was very disappointing. The bartending service we hired also complained about being rushed and having their services disrupted by the owner. Again, a gorgeous venue but maybe not the place if you want a traditional wedding reception.

This venue is truly a hidden gem. Beth goes out of her way to make sure that everything is perfect…read morefor you. Everything was so smooth and the packages are a great deal. I had no worries and no complaints through this whole process!! There are also so many different options you can do to personalize to you. Loved every second.

Very nice party room just thought the location and entrance left a lot to be desired We drove…read morepast the place many times because it was hard to see . The need to spruce up the entrance to become more inviting

We just went for a sweet 16 and the place was really beautiful. I took a knife for my cousin to cut…read morelimes since they were struggling to get their hands on one and they made me take it back to my truck. I was mildly annoyed by the fact I had to walk back in heels but also appreciative because they cared for everyone's safety. Their place is kinda small but really cute and the bar being upstairs instead of the main area was nice.

My son had his wedding here,the staff is remarkable and the venue is great. Everything was perfect…read moreexcept for the parking that needs to be addressed.

From friends, I'd heard about this venue in Elgin before but never had a chance to visit until I…read moreattended a wedding here recently. Now after attending, I can say that this spot really exceeded expectations. One of the best things about this spot was having a large variety of different areas for guests to spread out and socialize. This led to a much more relaxed atmosphere for talking than most weddings that I've attended (I'm not huge into dancing). Even throughout the afternoon and evening, it was very nice to be able to enjoy appetizers on the beautiful rooftop deck, enjoy music and dancing on the dance floor, while still being able to carry on a conversation in the large main dining room -- or head downstairs to lounge around to avoid the crowds and noise. As I attended for a family wedding, I was also able to utilize the generously sized suites that had more than enough room for everyone to bring items they needed and have space to get ready for the event. The Haight has done the look of a rustic venue better than most places that I've seen. One thing that I really appreciated is that the look is rustic, but the facilities themselves are in great shape and modern. There were also plenty of great photo spots all around the venue that were lit nicely and contributed to guests having plenty of photo opportunities that they could create on their own. For those who were looking to rest, I did enjoy having sofas and softer cushioned chairs available to relax in. Overall, excellent venue that I would love to attend another wedding in the future. A beautiful facility with friendly service and lots of space to move around make this a great gathering spot.

Visited last night to attend an Art Show where a friend was the featured artist. Parking was a…read morebit challenging. The building and grounds are beautiful. Inside is anazing and well maintained. There is an 'elevator' to access other floors. So many chandeliers and little decorative touches!! I would have loved to have toured the whole building.

I've been here for multiple events and always have a great time. This year, I decided to take my…read moremom to their Mother's Day event, Blooms, & Bubbles. It was a little confusing at first, since when we walked in, there were tables throughout the room. We weren't sure if we were supposed to sit down at one and be served or if they were just random tables where you could sit anywhere you want it. However, once we got our bearings around the event, we had a great time. We started shopping the makers market, which didn't have a lot of vendors, but had enough of different things to make it interesting. Then we had charcuterie cups filled with crackers, nuts, chocolate, fruit, salami, and cheese. A bit overpriced for what they were but glad to have something snackie. We also had a flight of mimosas, and finished off the day by making a beautiful Bouquet of fresh flowers. They did have pancake vendor as well. I didn't try it since I wanted a savory snack. I wish the food choices were advertised better. It was a small sheet of paper on a table. I didn't even know that the 3 additional food options existed until someone told me where I had to go to find this piece of paper. Other than that, it was a great time had by all in my group.

The venue is beautiful. After reading some of the reviews, it is obvious that it has evolved…read morethrough the years. We were here for a wedding and spoke to the owner. He has owned it for 19 years and now it is strictly for weddings. No store ~ nothing to buy. Lovely grounds, plants, ponds, waterfalls, gazebo, arbor, water fountain, and twinkling lights in the trees. There is a lovely outdoor area set up for the ceremony and then we moved indoors for the cocktail hour. It is open and bright. However, one toilet for about 100 people was interesting. There is a tent, that is airconditioned and probably heated based on the season and weather. Plenty of room to move about so moving around the tables was easy. Just a heads up: they lock the doors for the indoors after everyone has moved to the tent. That means, you must use the toilet facilities attached to the tent. Better than a port-a-potty, but . . . Currently, Swanson is blocked off so you have to drive around the road block.

WOW! From the very beginning, we knew this was our dream venue. Not only was Mike up front about…read morehow everything worked, what was included, things we could add on, etc, but he was such a pleasure to work with! It's no wonder they've been in business so long! The Gardens are not far from our house, but it's this little slice of paradise tucked away from all the nearby commotions. We loved EVERYTHING about The Gardens. The property is dreamy and beyond well-kept. The flowers, fairy lights and small waterfalls and creek winding through the gardens just give you total serenity and joy. We could not have made a better choice for such a beautiful place to start our new lives together as a married couple. Even all our friends and family could not stop gushing about how stunning the whole place was! Honestly, I hope someone we know gets married here soon because I want to go back and relive those special moments we had from our own wedding. Ladies, when you found your hunny and you just knew that was it, they were the one...well that's how this place made us feel. It was absolutely perfect and am so happy we found it. The Gardens are truly a hidden gem, a little paradise tucked away to get lost in the magical moments of your wedding day!!!

My sister hosted my baby shower here over the weekend, and it was seriously PERFECT. Such a…read morebeautiful venue, very spacious inside, very reasonable pricing and everything was in pristine condition! (Picture perfect)! I believe booking was a breeze (according to my mother and sister) and the owner was incredibly helpful, friendly, answered all of their questions and checked in on us prior to when the event started and afterwards! I love how you're able to bring your own food and drinks (non alcoholic - but they do have a bar area that can be rented), and supply you with tables, chairs, tablecloths and black chair covers. This was such a beautiful experience and I know we will be renting this place in future for other events!

My Niece had her wedding here on 8/15/2021 and what amazing owners.. it wasn't even the owner job…read moreto take care of our family.. But when I say Team work Mrs Linda knows how to handle business.. She and Staff are very professional and gets the job done.. If you're looking to rent a awesome place to have your event dnt hesitate to reach out to Mrs Linda you want be disappointed... I'm here visiting from Ms and was it worth it Yes yes yes .. Mrs Linda Thank You Thank You and Staff

I came here a couple weeks ago for a friend's bridal shower. When I saw the address on the invite,…read moreI was expecting someone's house -- not this beautiful place! Located in the northern side of Crystal Lake by a few schools, this elegant little banquet hall looks like a mini mansion from the front with a giant room in the back. There's a stage in the room (for presentations, I guess?) and a full-service cash bar with free water and coffee. I'm not sure what the rest of the building looks like, but I'm really curious! A house? A meeting place? I was in love with the wooden ceiling of the main room, adorned with beautiful chandeliers, but my love stopped there. The rest of the place was pretty average. It was kind of too big of a space for the shower I went to, but I can see this being a good spot for a cozy wedding reception. While this place isn't quite my taste, it is definitely a beautiful spot to consider for a wedding, party, reunion, gathering, what-have-you.

When my husband and I were researching venues for our wedding reception, we checked this place out…read morebecause it would have been extremely close to the ceremony. My mother and mother-in-law met with the coordinator and were told prices. It wasn't a bad price (at first). Then when you added up all the additional costs, it turned out to be a couple thousand dollars more expensive than the place that we booked instead. I'm glad we ran away from the price because in the end, we paid less and had a better venue somewhere else.