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The Lytle House
4.8 ★★★★★ 110 Google reviews · Lakefront wedding venue in Chicago, Illinois · 0.3 mi to the lakeshore
Indoor-outdoor event venue with a photo booth and a brick-walled interior, plus a courtyard.
Plan your tour
- Setting lakefront venue, 0.3 mi to the lakeshore — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
- Capacity hosts up to 80 guests, per the venue's own info — couples mention 70–100-guest weddings in reviews
- Pricing packages mentioned around $1,200 — confirm with the venue, since season and package tier change what's included
- Catering outside caterers welcome — confirm the policy (and any fees) before you book your caterer
- Phone (872) 228-5591
- Website thelytlehouse.com — most venues book tours right on their site
On the property
“We took advantage of all the extras available (the Photo Booth, getting ready at and staying at the Loft, the bonfire) and felt like we hit the jackpot finding this venue.”
What couples highlight
“The venue itself is stunning, with its charming ambiance and beautiful decor, but Michelle's exceptional service truly made our experience unforgettable.”
“The owners, Robyn and Michelle, went above and beyond to make sure everything was executed to my very specific groomzilla 🤵🏻♂️🦖 vision.”
“From crafting a timeline to designing the tablescapes, they offered great advice and were extremely communicative throughout the months leading up to our wedding.”
From the reviews
We had our wedding here this weekend and it was perfect - would recommend renting for any event big or small. I came across Lytle House randomly and loved the look in the photos. It is even better in person! The design, landscaping, lighting, and industrial chic aesthetic can be dressed up or down for your look.
My (now) husband and I got married here last weekend and it was truly the best day ever. From the moment that we first toured the space, to the final moments celebrating our wedding, Robyn was so friendly, helpful, calm and organized and quite frankly, a breath of fresh air in the events industry.
I've been to 2 events here. The first was a wedding announcement, years and years ago. I remember that there were tasty food trucks on site and the bar and staff were great. It was the right service for the event. Sept 2025, I attended a wedding here. It was an excellent experience.
We are so happy that we decided to host our wedding at The Lytle House— it was the perfect size for a small wedding with our closest friends and family, and we continue to receive compliments about our big day!
Getting married at The Lytle House
Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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