Idlewild Country Club

Hidden Gem of Southside Chicago

Flossmoor, IL

Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana

Service area

Holds ceremonies and receptions

5.0

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Amenities

Helpful staff

Guests comfort

From the moment we first toured Idlewild Country club, we knew it was the perfect place for our wedding. The beauty of the space immediately took our breath away, but what truly set it apart was the warmth and professionalism of the team, especially Abby, the event planner. Throughout the entire planning process, she was attentive, responsive, and genuinely invested in making our vision come to life. On the day of our wedding, everything was flawless. The venue looked absolutely stunning — from the wedding ceremony setup to the reception details, every corner felt magical. The food was so delicious - from the appetizers to the dinner, our guests could not stop talking about our wedding - how beautiful the space was and how smoothly the evening flowed. We felt so cared for the entire time, which allowed us to be fully present and enjoy every single moment. What we appreciated most was the staff’s ability to balance professionalism with kindness. They anticipated our needs before we even realized them and handled every detail seamlessly. It truly felt like they were just as excited about our big day as we were. Looking back, we can honestly say that choosing Idlewild Country Club was one of the best decisions we made. We will forever be grateful for the memories we created there and the people who helped bring them to life. If you’re searching for a venue that combines breathtaking beauty with exceptional service, look no further — this is the place where wedding dreams come true.

Deborah H.

5.0

I highly recommend Idlewild Country Club to anyone looking to host a special event. Their beautiful setting, exceptional staff, and attention to detail made my baby and bridal showers unforgettable. It was an absolute joy to work with their team, and I felt completely supported throughout the entire process. I recently had the pleasure of hosting both my baby shower and bridal shower at Idlewild Country Club, and I couldn't have asked for a more perfect experience! From the moment we walked in, it was clear that this venue was top-notch. The food was absolutely amazing! The chef at Idlewild always does an incredible job—each dish was flavorful, beautifully presented, and enjoyed by all. Guests were raving about the variety and quality of the food. They also offered a fantastic selection of drinks to match the themes of the events, and the service was spot-on. The staff at Idlewild went above and beyond to make my events stress-free and memorable, and I especially want to thank Abby. Abby was an absolute dream to work with. She was attentive, organized, and genuinely cared about making my event perfect. Her professionalism and warmth made a huge difference in the overall experience, and I am so grateful for her expertise and dedication. If you're planning an event, Idlewild is the perfect choice—it truly made both of these milestones extra special!

Victoria C.

5.0

AWARD WINNER (7X)

Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot

Fully customized events in an elegant setting with the uniqueness of being the only event on your special day. The venue offers magnificent views of our eye-catching golf course. Even better than the exceptional views is the exquisite food and unsurpassed service. Idlewild lays about 25 miles south of Chicago, located in the beautiful town of Flossmoor, Illinois. This elegant property provides the perfect location to host your wedding reception and ceremony. The golf course and breathtaking surrounding grounds offer a private sanctuary for you and your guests to celebrate your union. The enchanting ballroom will be the location for your reception. Its tall cathedral-style ceiling demands your attention, while the wall-to-wall windows provide captivating views of the grounds. The ballroom has a capacity to receive 100-350 guests. The venue itself will provide the tables, chairs, silverware, glassware, and so much more! With all-inclusive packaging, we have you covered! The expert banquet manager on site will be there to ensure the planning process is as simple as possible and enjoyable. The chef, along with the culinary team will produce a meal that will delight all of your guests and accommodate any food restrictions. You are also free to customize your very own menu for the day. The staff at Idlewild Country Club are professional and pay attention to all details when creating your dream day. Contact the team today and begin planning the day you have both been waiting for!

118+ years in business

Speaks English, Spanish

Large team (21+ members)

Amenities + details

Amenities

Ceremony Area

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

On-Site Accommodations

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Civil Union

Commitment Ceremony

Elopement

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Settings

Ballroom

Country Club

Trees

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks

Cakes & Desserts

Other Desserts

Food & Catering

Planning

Service Staff

Awards and Affiliations

7-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2026.2025.2023.+4 more.

Hall of Fame

Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.

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Idlewild Country Club is a beautiful, versatile venue praised for its stunning grounds, spacious bridal suite, and delicious food. Guests repeatedly note attentive, professional staff who make planning easy and execute events flawlessly. Reviewers highly recommend it for weddings and other celebrations, citing great value and stress-free days.

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Courtney D

Our wedding at Idlewild was absolutely gorgeous — the space was stunning, and the food was amazing! When we first booked, our original coordinator was a huge reason we chose the ve...

nue. She was so kind, organized, and made us feel really taken care of. About two months before the wedding, she left the venue and unfortunately, no one told us. We actually found out from another couple getting married there because neither of us were notified about what was going on and couldn’t get in contact with anyone. This made the last few weeks before our wedding pretty stressful. I ended up hiring my own day of coordinator outside of Idlewild to get some guidance on the best way to plan for this. We ended up working with the GM and then the new coordinator — both were nice and helpful, but communication was tough at times, and a few details got missed in the shuffle including the bar closing early which was aggravating. We were able to sort it out but having to do so took away time with our guests. Even with the bumps along the way, our actual wedding day was beautiful, and everyone raved about how amazing everything looked (and tasted!). I think the new coordinator will be great moving forward now that she’s fully in place. A special shout out to Cooper, one of the reception servers. He was absolutely amazing and a bunch of our guests commented on how kind, attentive, and hard working he was!

Deborah H

From the moment we first toured Idlewild Country club, we knew it was the perfect place for our wedding. The beauty of the space immediately took our breath away, but what truly se...

t it apart was the warmth and professionalism of the team, especially Abby, the event planner. Throughout the entire planning process, she was attentive, responsive, and genuinely invested in making our vision come to life. On the day of our wedding, everything was flawless. The venue looked absolutely stunning — from the wedding ceremony setup to the reception details, every corner felt magical. The food was so delicious - from the appetizers to the dinner, our guests could not stop talking about our wedding - how beautiful the space was and how smoothly the evening flowed. We felt so cared for the entire time, which allowed us to be fully present and enjoy every single moment. What we appreciated most was the staff’s ability to balance professionalism with kindness. They anticipated our needs before we even realized them and handled every detail seamlessly. It truly felt like they were just as excited about our big day as we were. Looking back, we can honestly say that choosing Idlewild Country Club was one of the best decisions we made. We will forever be grateful for the memories we created there and the people who helped bring them to life. If you’re searching for a venue that combines breathtaking beauty with exceptional service, look no further — this is the place where wedding dreams come true.

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Victoria C

I highly recommend Idlewild Country Club to anyone looking to host a special event. Their beautiful setting, exceptional staff, and attention to detail made my baby and bridal show...

ers unforgettable. It was an absolute joy to work with their team, and I felt completely supported throughout the entire process. I recently had the pleasure of hosting both my baby shower and bridal shower at Idlewild Country Club, and I couldn't have asked for a more perfect experience! From the moment we walked in, it was clear that this venue was top-notch. The food was absolutely amazing! The chef at Idlewild always does an incredible job—each dish was flavorful, beautifully presented, and enjoyed by all. Guests were raving about the variety and quality of the food. They also offered a fantastic selection of drinks to match the themes of the events, and the service was spot-on. The staff at Idlewild went above and beyond to make my events stress-free and memorable, and I especially want to thank Abby. Abby was an absolute dream to work with. She was attentive, organized, and genuinely cared about making my event perfect. Her professionalism and warmth made a huge difference in the overall experience, and I am so grateful for her expertise and dedication. If you're planning an event, Idlewild is the perfect choice—it truly made both of these milestones extra special!

Izabel S

We cannot recommend Idlewild enough! Idlewild is the most accommodating and everyone is a pleasure to work with. They're the best!

Melissa D

We host our (professional) annual gala with over 200 attendees every year with Idlewild Country Club. Abby and Peter are wonderful to work with and meet our every needs. The atmos...

phere, food and service are wonderful! Kudos to the chef for preparing all of our favorite plated meals, the beef filet and salmon are the guest favorites. We also host a business legislative event once a year with 50-100 guests and do the buffet style breakfast. The french toast bake is phenomenal and the bacon is especially prepared perfect, among the rest of the food. :)

Briana N

My husband and I recently had our reception at Idlewild Country Club. It was an absolutely amazing experience! We primarily worked with Abby as our coordinator. She is awesome and ...

so! She was super helpful and patient and answered all of our questions. She went above and beyond to help our vision come to life! The food was delicious and the service was great! It was a fantastic experience!

Thomas M

Idlewild was absolute PERFECTION! From the moment my now husband and I saw the space, we knew that was the perfect place to go. Abby was a dream to work with. She had answers ...

and solutions to every random question that came up and was more than helpful throughout the entire process. She was incredibly kind, caring, and just a pure joy to work with. The entire process leading up to the event was so smooth that I couldn't expect the day of the event to be nearly that smooth and I was WRONG! The day of our wedding was pure perfection. No hiccups, no snags, the food was HEAVENLY, the staff were on top of it, everything down to the second was literally just perfect all thanks to Abby and her entire team. Thank you to Abby and the Idlewild staff for making our special day just that...special. You all deserve more than 5 stars!

Kathryn B

Venue itself is gorgeous. We had a larger wedding that stretched the venue a little thin. It states that it holds 350 but for weddings, the ideal number would be more towards 200 m...

ax, especially with the dance floor. You and the bridal party are able to get ready at the venue prior to the ceremony. An employee is there and very helpful the entire time. She even steamed all of the dresses prior to the first look. We were able to set up the day prior which helped out a lot! The food was incredible, but setting up the tasting was tough due to changing event coordinators. You are also able to take photos on the golf course which was gorgeous. It even poured the day before and the ground was still sturdy enough for all the ladies in their heels. We packed up everything that night due to just wanting to get things done. Overall amazing experience. All of our guests are still raving about the food!

Christina C

All I can say is wow! This venue was everything we dreamed of and more for our wedding. From the very beginning, the team was kind, accommodating, and truly invested in making our ...

day perfect. We started working with Peter, who later onboarded Abby, and they were both incredible throughout the entire process. The tasting in March was a highlight for us—we couldn’t wait to share the amazing food with our guests. The seasonal salad was unforgettable; we’ve had multiple guests tell us they’re already trying to recreate it for their Thanksgiving dinners! The risotto? Absolutely mouthwatering. Every bite exceeded our expectations. The planning process was seamless, and we couldn’t be happier that we chose this venue. They allowed us to bring our own decorations and were incredibly flexible with timing and setup, making sure everything fit our vision. I wanted a stress-free day, and let me tell you, that’s exactly what I got. Della, who helped us in the bridal suite, was a lifesaver. She was so sweet and gracious, helping with every little mishap and even steaming all our dresses. Her calm and kind presence made the morning so much smoother. The grounds were stunning, especially for our fall wedding photos. The colors, the lighting, everything was picture-perfect. And let’s talk about the bar! Unlike so many venues with small, tucked-away bars, this place had a massive one that became a focal point of the party. It even made for some super fun bridal party photos! Our guests loved it, and it added such a lively vibe to the reception. Cocktail hour was probably our favorite part of the day. The transition from the ceremony to the reception was so smooth that we didn’t even notice it happening. Abby and her team were like ninjas—at one point, I looked around, and all our table décor was still there. Ten minutes later, everything had been carefully packed up, and I hadn’t even seen them do it. The dessert table was another standout moment. It was beautifully arranged and such a hit with our guests. I can’t gush enough about how thoughtful and detail-oriented the staff was. And then there’s the cost—so reasonable! My husband and I were genuinely shocked at how much we got for the price. There were hardly any upcharges, and the value was unmatched. Abby and Peter, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us create such an incredible day. You and your team went above and beyond, and we are so grateful. Future brides are lucky to work with you, and we’ll be singing your praises for years to come. If you’re considering this venue for your wedding, stop looking and book it. You won’t regret it! M

Quincy O

I can not thank Idlewild Country Club enough for making my grandma's 90th birthday party absolutely fabulous. Abby, the event coordinator, listened to all our concerns and made org...

anizing the event effortless. The staff was respectful and worked together seamlessly, ensuring our celebration was unforgettable. The venue itself was elegant, spacious, and welcoming. I would highly recommend Idlewild Country Club for weddings, birthdays, or family events.

Danielle G

I had a beautiful wedding at Idlewild country club! Abby & Peter went above and beyond to make sure my day was perfect and so special. The venue itself was beautiful and very accom...

modating, not to mention the food was absolutely amazing! I’m so glad I got married here it was perfect!

Nicole C

Idlewild was 10000% the best decision we made while wedding planning. Abby and Peter were incredible in making sure everything was perfect and there were no problems. We had MULTIP...

LE people tell us it was the best wedding they have ever attended. Abby answered every question I had so quick that it made the whole process so easy. We were told multiple times "Just tell us what your vision is, and we will find a way to make it happen" and they really did just that and more! I was probably the least stressed bride in the world because of them! We HIGHLY recommend Idlewild. I would give more than 5 stars if possible Its also important that I mention that Della was a literal angel! She was the icing on the cake and made the getting ready process the best! Any venue would be lucky to have Della

Carly M

Idlewild put on the best wedding reception we could have possibly imagined! The bridal suite was so spacious and accommodating for our large bridal party. Della was our amazing m...

orning-of fairy godmother and helped us with every detail! The lunch provided was thoughtful, delicious, and easy to eat with a full face of makeup! No detail was spared, and everything went exactly according to plan. Peter, Abby, and the staff are completely top notch! Chef Jeff’s food was the best we have ever eaten at a wedding, a perfect steak and delicious chicken! Our guests are all raving about their food experience. Our day was absolutely PERFECT, all thanks to the hard work of the Idlewild staff. What we are most impressed with overall is Idlewild’s ability to make the biggest day of our life seem like a routine event on the planning end. Their capabilities are simply amazing!

Aimee D

The space is beautiful, the food is delicious and the staff is so amazing to work with!

Karen P

Excellent staff - their services and support made the evening beautiful and allowed us to relax and enjoy ourselves. Everyone and everything was outstanding! Big thanks to Tarin!

Tina P

I hosted a co-ed baby shower at Idlewild Country Club this spring. This venue is perfect for any festive occasion small to large. Staff is extremely friendly and easy to work wit...

h you to provide a memorable experience. Highly recommend Idlewild Country Club.

Dani B

Our wedding at Idlewild was perfect and went so smoothly. Taryn helped make the planning process a breeze and answered all questions that we had. Day of the wedding, everything was...

set up beautifully and we got nothing but great compliments from our guests about the food, the staff, and the venue! :)

Breana C

Everything was perfect and beautiful!! Their coordinator Taryn made sure everything was perfect and I was happy and relaxed from the start. Everyone at Idlewild is absolutely fanta...

stic and I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day. Wonderful people, wonderful staff, AMAZING FOOD, and gorgeous venue!!

Bre C

Our wedding reception was at Idlewild in September 2022. The reception was everything I was looking for and more! Peter was extremely helpful with the entire process and walked us ...

through every step, including giving us helpful suggestions to make the decision process easier. Although we had our ceremony at a nearby church, the bridal party was able to use the space at Idlewild to get ready, which was nice and spacious! Even the make-up team was excited to use the space at Idlewild, as they remembered it from a previous wedding they did and loved the space. The venue was absolutely beautiful, and our wedding day went smoothly thank you to Peter and his amazing team. We were able to drop off some of our own signs/decor the week of the wedding and Peter & his team took care of getting them set-up for the big day, which I was very thankful for. The food was phenomenal, and we've received many compliments from our guests about how delicious the food was. I couldn't have asked for a better day thanks to Peter & his team going above and beyond. Thank you for the best day! I highly recommend having your wedding at Idlewild!

Jillian C

Our wedding at Idlewild was perfection!! The planning process was so easy, yet so much fun! The staff at Idlewild showed that they truly cared about our wedding and making our visi...

on come to life. The club manager and banquet manger are extremely knowledgable on weddings and were able to give us so many great suggestions to help make our day perfect! We have nothing but great things to say about the friendly and hard working staff, the great service, the beautiful venue, and the AMAZING food! The food was absolutely delicious! We had guest after guest come up to us to tell us how amazing the food was. Many times we go to weddings and the food comes out cold. Not at Idlewild!! The food was hot, so flavorful, and cooked to perfection! It truly was a perfect day from start to end! We would highly recommend Idlewild for your wedding to anyone. We are so thankful to everyone at Idlewild for helping to bring our vision to life and truly making it such memorable day!

Nicole B

Idlewild pulled out all the stops! From beginning to end they were there every step of the way! Being the bride and having the luxury of being in one location for every aspect was ...

the best. From getting ready there , to the ceremony , dinner & reception! The transition was smooth and their excellent staff quick with service! I truly had the wedding of my dreams. Family and friends are to thank but the location truly made it home! We live 5 minutes down the road! What a perk to have had such beautiful day this late in October too. We got to enjoy the course for some stunning photographs & enjoy the outside Terrace! Thank you!!

Megan T

Our wedding day at Idlewild was everything we dreamed of and more! The planning process was such a breeze with Taryn. She is AMAZING! She answered any and all questions, provided ...

suggestions, and knew exactly what we wanted without having to say it. The day of our wedding, Taryn and the Idlewild staff had the room set up beautifully and were more than accommodating the entire night. We have gotten so many compliments from our guests on how GREAT the food was! We cannot say enough about Taryn and her staff. We wouldn’t change a single thing and wish we could relive that day again. Thank you for the best day!!

Cyndi C

Idlewild and everyone we worked with made my wedding day so smooth. The food was delicious and there were options to accommodate all our guests with food restrictions. The banquet ...

manager Taryn was incredibly helpful in every step of the process. We didn't have to worry about getting extra help from people for last minute things like set up and tear down, decorations, etc. I literally could not have done it without her. The bridal suite is so beautiful and an attendant named Della was available to help me get ready and made sure I looked my best. She knew all the little tricks and was so wonderful. The venue included everything you needed for a wedding without having to pay extra fees or worry about the hassle of finding vendors. It made everything so easy. Highly recommend.

Shelbi A

Can I get married here every weekend? Seriously, amazing. The process was completely flawless from beginning to end. Taryn was so accommodating to me, my bridal party, my family an...

d my guests. I received nothing but compliments from so many people the night of the wedding and after. Any request, question, suggestion, Taryn was there for me every step of the way. If you are getting married, Idlewild is THE PLACE!

Gina S

Taryn was fantastic to work with and Idlewild was a beautiful venue for our wedding. The food was amazing, the set up of being the only event, and just the space in general made th...

is the perfect choice for us. This day would not have be possible without Taryn who set up the room beautifully and making my centerpieces perfect without me having to even mention what to do with them. Also, everything went smoothly and wonderfully!

Dawn S

From start to finish working with Idlewild was a dream. Taryn, the banquet manager was A M A Z I N G. So professional, sweet, a true pleasure to work with! She helped an enormous a...

mount when we were going through the tough decision to postpone our wedding (original date 9/19/20 changed to 8/28/21) and Idlewild was incredibly accommodating. Taryn made sure all the details were perfect. The food tasting was such a treat (everything was so good!!!) For the big day, I can't even begin to describe how phenomenal everything was. My bridal party felt so taken care of (shout out to Della) and we had delicious treats while getting ready in the beautiful changing rooms made available to the bridal party. The space was everything we wanted and more. Everyone was so comfortable and the tables were perfectly spaced out. Everything was beautiful, from the chairs to the linen and up lighting. The ceremony layout was perfect and beautiful. Everyone LOVED the food, the food was so ridiculously good- we opted for a sweet table (which was beautiful by the way) and it was demolished within the hour! I can go on and have been going on about how wonderful Idlewild is. Without a doubt we had the best wedding ever and my friends and family are still so excited from the day. Also, I need everyone to understand that we had such a luxurious and fabulous day that didn't break us. It was incredibly affordable to have our wedding at Idlewild but we still had everything we needed and more. I just cannot thank Taryn and the rest of the team at Idlewild enough for the best day of my life.