Save the Date for our Hidden Treasures, Country Pleasures II Familiarization Tour, October 13-15!

This follow-up to our widely successful 2010 Fam Tour will be just as exciting!  This two-county Fam will be during some of our fall festivals. 

Lake County Fam highlights (subject to availability): Volo Auto Museum/Country Village, Long Grove October Fest preview, Long Grove Confectionery, North Shore Distillery, Savanna House Restaurant, Cuneo Mansion, Lambs Farm Barn Burner BBQ, Gold Pyramid House and also our partner, Sanfilippo Estate.  Note, venues are subject to change without notice. 

Contact Jayne for more details and qualification form.

Check out the itinerary based on last year’s Fam and more: 
Hidden Treasures, Country Pleasures
Getaway Spaces, Long Grove Historic Village
Green Spaces

We have many themed itineraries to help you plan your tours to Lake County!


North Shore Distillery is the first craft distillery in Illinois!

We’re so excited to announce the opening of North Shore Distillery’s new tasting room and distillery tour.  Groups of up to 40 ppl. (if larger we can help split the group to visit Lambs Farm or The Popcorn Factory) can see the still and taste for only $10 pp.  Full drinks are also available for purchase.  This is a great addition to our “Taste of Lake County” itinerary!


Old Victorian Farmhouse B&B has fabulous teas!

Groups from 8 - 28 people will receive elegant treatment during their two-hour Afternoon Victorian High Tea.  Everyone will have a grand time in the formal dining room; wear your own hats or they have women’s and men’s hats available.  Cost is $18 pp, gluten free options available as well.  Great for Red Hatters, quilters, book clubs, holidays, special events and more.


Featured Event - 5th Annual Midwest Fiber & Folk Art Fair, Lake County Fairgrounds, June 24-26. 

Make this an annual trip for your quilters, sewers, knitters, crocheters, spinners and more.  Three days of exhibits, classes, products and just immersion in your/their favorite craft

There's always something going on in Lake County. Click here to see our special and annual events!