Long Grove is named for the large grove of oak and hickory trees that defined the area, the village is unique among suburban communities–an oasis free from urban sprawl where residents can enjoy a relaxed and rural lifestyle 30 minutes from the bustling city of Chicago. Strict zoning regulations preserve the rural character of the open spaces. With a population of 6,700 in an area of 18 square miles, Long Grove provides privacy and an abundance of natural beauty for its lucky residents. Long Grove is best known for its unique specialty shops and many dining selections in the Historic Business District, the first of its kind in the state. Here the aroma of apple pies and home made cider wafts from the Apple Haus, and The Long Grove Popcorn Shoppe artfully presents numerous varieties of this all-American favorite, including delicious cheese corn and caramel corn. Long Grove is the site of the Royal Melbourne Golf Club and golf course community, which also offers paddle tennis, a traditional sport in the Northeast that is rapidly gaining in popularity here in the Midwest.

Kildeer was established in 1958 and ranks as one of the top suburbs in which to live, based on its schools, amenities, services, and transportation. Neighbor to Lake  Zurich, Deer Park, Long Grove, Hawthorn Woods and Barrington, Kildeer’s growth has been carefully planned and thoughtfully guided. The entire area is comprised of custom homes, wooded areas, and picturesque ponds and lakes. With a population of 3,600, Kildeer offers a distinctive lifestyle in a quiet and regal community. The renowned Kemper Lakes Golf Course here has hosted the 1989 PGA Championship, Six Senior PGA Tour Events, Four Grand Slam of Golf Events and a USGA Women’s Amateur Championship. In addition, Kemper Lakes is undergoing a renovation to become a coveted private, gated golf course community offering a variety of lifestyle choices. As a private club, its membership will be limited to 300 members.

The Village of Deer Park is located in both Lake and Cook Counties, east of Barrington and south of Lake Zurich. Village zoning restrains development to largely one-acre residential lots, with a portion of the perimeter zoned for business, office and research. The current mission of the village is to maintain the health and safety of its residents, provide for orderly development of land and preserve green space for its present residents. Deer Park offers charming suburban living with ponds and lakes, marshes and forest preserves, and rolling open countryside. Wonderful shopping opportunities abound at the upscale Deer Park Mall, with its wide variety of name fashions, fresh food markets, and fine dining choices.

Characterized by the large converted barn that serves as the village center, Hawthorn Woods is a community of 6,000 located 40 miles northwest of Chicago. Its rural setting and one-acre home sites attract families who value the outdoors, an active community and distinctive amenities. A centerpiece of the community is the Arnold Palmer golf course at the gated Hawthorn Woods Country Club community.

Ivanhoe is a tiny picturesque hamlet and has grown up around the Ivanhoe Club, an exclusive, nationally recognized golf club located in the center of Lake County. The club, on 380 acres surrounded by  estate homes and various other housing choices, boasts a 67,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, tennis courts, and competition-size pool. Its three courses with a total of 27 holes have been regularly recognized as among the Top 25 Championship Golf Courses in Illinois. Life here is easy and the views are scenic. With its Countryside Forest Preserve, it’s the ideal choice for families who desire the good life in a relaxed setting.

From its beginnings, Inverness was designed as a distinctive community in a country-like atmosphere. Inverness today continues to offer wooded land and meadows with fine custom homes. The center for recreation in the early years was the Inverness Golf Club, and in 1985 the Village Hall was relocated to its present location at the Four Silos, which has become a famous landmark and gateway to the community. Williamsburg Village, the only business development in the village, maintains the rural character and natural beauty that attracted its first residents 70 years ago. Today Inverness is a quiet, stable residential community of attractive homes and a population of 6,800.