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Deer Path Inn

4.7(1,019)
Hotel

About

Deer Path Inn offers a refined English-style retreat with Tudor architecture and a charming courtyard garden in the heart of Lake Forest. Its historic character pairs with personalized service, creating a distinguished setting for business gatherings and client dinners.

The inn features over 4,500 square feet of versatile event space alongside three acclaimed dining venues, including the elegant Brasserie and the lively White Hart Pub. Guests can also book room blocks for multi-night stays, making it a seamless choice for extended corporate visits near Chicago's North Shore.

Best for

  • Executive offsites with historic English charm
  • Client dinners in refined garden or dining rooms
  • Multi-day group stays near Chicago’s North Shore

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

15th-century Tudor-style architecture with English courtyard garden
Architecture & Setting
15th-century Tudor-style architecture with English courtyard garden
The inn’s design reflects classic English charm with Tudor-style buildings and a serene courtyard garden, creating a refined and historic atmosphere for events and stays.
Award-winning dining with diverse atmospheres
Dining Experience
Award-winning dining with diverse atmospheres
Three distinct dining venues include the refined Brasserie, the lively White Hart Pub, and a popular bar, offering guests a range of culinary and social experiences within the hotel.
Over 4,500 square feet of refined meeting and event space
Event Spaces
Over 4,500 square feet of refined meeting and event space
The hotel offers multiple elegant boardrooms and garden settings ideal for corporate gatherings and celebrations, supported by personalized service and catering.

At a glance

Rated 4.7 on Google · 1,019 reviews