Main Menu
  • Gifts & Favors
Find a CoupleCustomer Service
Planning Tools
Checklist
Budgeter
Wedding Vision
Guest List & RSVPs
Discover Your Vision
Take The Knot's Style Quiz
Take The Knot's Style Quiz
Vendors
Reception Venues
Wedding Photographers
Catering
Bridal Salons
Wedding Planners
Wedding Cakes
Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Showers & Parties
DJs
Videographers
Wedding Rentals
Beauty Services
Florists
Wedding Bands
Officiants & Pre-marital Counseling
Photo Booths
Bar Services
Transportation
Jewelers
Soloists & Ensembles
Dance Lessons
Decor
Invitations
Favors & Gifts
Travel Specialists
Hotel Room Blocks
See All Categories
Are you a vendor? Start here
Build Your Vendor Team
  • Reception Venues
    Reception Venues
  • Wedding Photographers
    Wedding Photographers
Wedding Website
Explore Wedding Websites
  • Start a Wedding Website
  • Browse Website Designs
Find a Couple's Website
Check Out Top Designs
  • Modern Minimalist by Vera Wang
    Modern Minimalist by Vera Wang
  • Beloved Floral - Red
    Beloved Floral - Red
  • Romantic Calligraphy
    Romantic Calligraphy
  • Elegant Glow - Blue
    Elegant Glow - Blue
Invitations & Paper
Save the Dates
Change the Dates
Invitations
  • All Invitations
  • Wedding Invitations
  • RSVP Cards
  • Enclosure Cards
  • Envelope Liners
  • Bridal Shower Invitations
  • Rehearsal Dinner Invitations
Ceremony & Reception
  • All Ceremony & Reception
  • Programs
  • Place Cards
  • Menus
  • Table Numbers
  • Stickers
  • Gift Tags
  • Guest Books
Thank Yous
Shop by Style
  • All Styles
  • Floral
  • Classic
  • Rustic
  • Destination
  • Simple
  • Modern
  • Vintage
  • Bohemian
  • Beach
Shop The Knot Invitations
  • Vera Wang x The Knot
    Vera Wang x The Knot
  • Free Samples
    Free Samples
  • Foil Collection
    Foil Collection
  • Wedding Invitations
    Wedding Invitations
Registry
Start a Registry
Add Store Registries
Cash Funds
The Knot Charity Program
Find a Couple's Registry
Collections
Brands
Kitchen
  • All Kitchen
  • Appliances
  • Cookware
  • Bakeware
  • Knives & Boards
  • Tools & Gadgets
  • Storage & Organization
  • Coffee & Tea
  • Kitchen Linens
Tabletop
  • All Tabletop
  • Dinnerware
  • Flatware
  • Serveware
  • Drinkware & Bar
  • Table Linens
Home
  • All Home
  • Décor
  • Furniture
  • Cleaning & Organization
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor
  • Electronics
Bed & Bath
  • All Bed & Bath
  • Bed
  • Bath
Lifestyle
  • All Lifestyle
  • Luggage
  • Camping
  • Electronics & Gadgets
  • Pets
  • Fitness
Experiences
  • All Experiences
  • Gift Cards
  • Experiences
Shop The Knot Registry Store
  • Wedding Registry Essentials
    Wedding Registry Essentials
  • Registry Awards
    Registry Awards
  • JoJo Fletcher & Jordan Rodgers
    JoJo Fletcher & Jordan Rodgers
  • Get 20% off after your wedding
Attire & Rings
Wedding Dresses
  • All Wedding Dresses
  • A-Line Dresses
  • Ball Gown Dresses
  • Mermaid Dresses
  • Sheath Dresses
  • Short Dresses
Suits & Tuxedos
Bridesmaid Dresses
Mother of the Bride Dresses
Flower Girl Dresses
Engagement Rings
  • All Engagement Rings
  • Princess Cut
  • Asscher Cut
  • Cushion Cut
  • Emerald Cut
  • Pear Cut
  • Radiant Cut
  • Round Cut
  • Oval Cut
Wedding Rings
Wedding Jewelry
Wedding Accessories
Get Fashion Inspiration
  • Wedding Dresses
    Wedding Dresses
  • Engagement Rings
    Engagement Rings
  • Suits & Tuxedos
    Suits & Tuxedos
  • Bridesmaid Dresses
    Bridesmaid Dresses
Ideas & Advice
Engagement
  • All Engagement
  • Engagement Rings
  • Wedding Proposals
Ceremony & Reception
  • All Ceremony & Reception
  • Real Wedding Photos
  • Budget Advice
  • Invitations & Paper
  • Themes & Decor
  • Wedding Traditions
  • Music & Songs
Parties & Events
  • All Parties & Events
  • Engagement Party
  • Bach Parties
  • Wedding Shower
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Travel
  • All Travel
  • Destination Weddings
  • Honeymoons
Fashion
  • All Fashion
  • Couples Attire
  • Rings & Accessories
  • Wedding Party Attire
  • Guest Attire
Beauty & Wellness
  • All Beauty & Wellness
  • Hair
  • Makeup & Grooming
  • Health & Wellness
Gifts
  • All Gifts
  • Registry Advice
  • Gifts for Couples
  • Favors & Gifts
  • Gift Ideas
Sponsored
Groom's Men's Wearhouse
The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Day Style.
Sponsored by Men's Wearhouse
Chesterton Wedding Venues
  • Photos
  • About
  • Amenities
  • Pricing
  • Reviews
  • Contact

The Allure + The Allure on the Lake

4.8
(57)
best-of-weddings

526 Indian Boundary Rd., Chesterton, IN

Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Pinterest

About This Vendor

Elegantly Timeless Setting for Special Occasions

The Allure is a wedding venue located in La Porte, & Chesterton IN, This event center is proud to offer couples unique spaces for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions. Featuring a blend of historic charm and dazzling modern amenities, this venue offers an elegantly timeless setting for special occasions of all types. Since opening as an event center in 2009, more than 500 celebrations have taken place here, and the staff aims to contribute to many more. The Allure is a historic building initially constructed in 1920 and restored to retain its original charm. Today, it is a multi-level venue, consisting of various eye-catching event spaces where you can celebrate your milestone moments. Before the day’s dazzling highlights, you are welcome to prepare in the on-site get-ready suite. After tying the knot in the ceremony site, you and your new spouse can make a grand entrance on the ballroom’s balcony. Elegant decor and classic design choices throughout the interior offer an alluring ambiance for any occasion. For your convenience, the building is equipped with audio-visual systems and WiFi. When celebrating at The Allure, you will have exclusive use of the venue on your special day. To guide you throughout the planning process, the in-house wedding coordinators are happy to work with you from start to finish. For a simplified planning experience, they can recommend local vendors to help you turn your wedding vision into reality. To align with your unique palate, they can also assist in menu creation for your reception. On the day, the team will be there to set up and clean up tables and chairs as well as favors for as seamless an experience as possible. Floor-length tablecloths and napkins in an array of colors are also available. To get to know you and your one-of-a-kind vision, the staff welcomes you to meet with them for a consultation to begin planning your momentous occasion.

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Liability Insurance
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
300+
Settings
Ballroom, Beach, Waterfront, Brewery & Distillery, Garden, Historic Venue, Industrial & Warehouse, Loft, Park, Religious Setting, Church, Trees, Vineyard & Winery
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
2020 Best of Weddings Winner2013 Best of Weddings Winner

The Allure + The Allure on the Lake Reviews

Share your thoughts with other couples
Reviewed On 8/07/2015 by Jenny J
When my fiancé and I began shopping around for venues, we became overwhelmed and disenchanted. When we got the opportunity to meet with Natalie at The Allure, we immediately felt at ease. Any questions along the way, the coordinators Jenny and ...
Natalie answered quickly. They were really organized and professional. My advice is to listen to them, read your instructions carefully, and your day will go smoothly! I attended a wedding at The Allure two years ago. I fell in love with it immediately. Despite not even having a boyfriend at the time, I knew that I would get married there someday. The venue is elegant and classy, but not stuffy. You do not have to decorate too much because the venue itself is a decoration. Every inch of the building is beautiful. We told our guests not to judge it from the outside, because it truly is a hidden gem. We liked how it is a “one-stop shop” with the ceremony and reception areas in the same building. The dedicated cocktail area had plenty of seating for our guests. The Bridal suite was included with the package we chose. It was a roomy, comfortable space for all of the ladies to get ready. I had my hair stylists, makeup artist, videographer, photographers and bridal party in the suite and there was still plenty of room. We also had mimosas, cheese, and crackers to start our day off right! It was very convenient to have the ability to get ready in the same location as the ceremony. My fiancé and I liked that the packages were presented as a price per head. It made it very simple for calculating while working on our budget. The package lists include food, liquor, service fees, gratuity and security. They do not have hidden costs as everything is listed and crystal clear. We also liked that The Allure provided a suggested vendor list as it showed that they had good working relationships with quality companies. They also contacted our vendors the week of the wedding to coordinate times with them, so it was one less thing for me to worry about! They made it very convenient by allowing us to drop off our decorations early. Even better, they set it all up for us. I was able to see our vision come to life on the night of our rehearsal and it was everything I had hoped. The food was tasty and family style serving was nice because it was quick and easy. Everyone who worked that night from the wait staff and bartenders to security were amazing. We highly recommend The Allure to anyone.
Reviewed On 3/03/2020 by Madeline M
I just had my wedding this past weekend and cannot get over how perfect everything went- this is a direct result of the entire Allure staff. Everything ran so smoothly as Erin and Michelle paid attention to every detail throughout the entire p...
rocess and really wanted to make sure I enjoyed my day. I chose the Allure because of how unique it is and how affordable/clear their contract is- what I wasn’t aware of is how much stress was going to be taken off of me because of Allures staff. Thank you all so much again and if any brides are debating between venues- I highly recommend the Allure!
Reviewed On 11/08/2019 by Jac W
I recently attended my first wedding at The Allure and cannot get over how amazing it was. I was on the bride's Pinterest board so I knew what she was imagining for her ceremony and reception spaces and the coordinators really worked with us to...
make sure it turned out exactly how she wanted (and more!). The coordinators did great checking in and making sure we had what we needed and were a big help to keep us on schedule. The staff also helped set up and tear stuff down so that we could enjoy the night. I thought the food was beyond delicious, the chicken was my favorite! A lot of family members have food allergies/sensitivities and they were very accommodating. The reception had such a romantic feel, especially with all the lanterns and fairy lights. My daughter keeps asking to go back to "the castle". Honestly, its one of the prettiest venues I've been to. The bridal suite & groom's room were so fun to spend the day in (and the picture opportunities are dreamy). That staircase...I don't even have words! Perfect for the wedding party entrance and pictures. I would say if you're wanting or planning a fall or winter wedding that this place would be great since its beautiful inside (but we did snap some outside as well!). I know I keep talking about the picture possibilities but even the pictures I snapped on my iPhone are gorgeous.
Reviewed On 11/08/2019 by Meredith M
We attended a dear friends wedding at the LaPorte location recently and could not have been more impressed. The ballroom is stunning, food is absolutely delicious and the attention to detail by the wait staff was top notch. We will certainly be...
recommending this venue to friends.
Reviewed On 11/08/2019 by Erin M
I was a bridesmaid in a wedding here this past weekend. The space was beautiful and everything ran very smoothly. Erin was amazing to work with when it came to setting up both the ceremony and reception space. She was very helpful in the li...
ttle details so we could enjoy the day without worry.
Reviewed On 8/06/2019 by Cortney N
Literally could not be happier with this venue. Although it is a bit pricey, their staff really does make it all worthwhile. They answered every question we had, every step of the way. They coordinated with all our vendors and ensured that our ...
entire wedding process, including day of the wedding was absolutely seamless and beautiful. I cannot recommend this venue enough. It is beautiful, elegant, and the food was incredible. Only drawback is the price.
Reviewed On 7/12/2019 by Abby T
Natalie, Erin, Michelle, and the staff at The Allure truly know how to create wedding magic. My husband and I had our wedding there this past weekend and could not have been happier. From the moment we signed on with The Allure, the team there ...
has been very helpful and communicative throughout the planning process, even when they were dealing with the horrible tragedy of the Chesterton fire. They were so gracious in allowing us to set up several days beforehand, leaving everyone (especially me) feeling stress-free come the morning of our wedding. The day-of flowed so smoothly thanks to these marvelous ladies and their team; I knew they had everything taken care of, leaving me and my husband to truly enjoy the day and our guests. If great customer care isn't enough, the venue is breathtaking. Few other venues will compare to the timeless class The Allure provides. If this isn't enough to convince you that The Allure should be your wedding venue, just give it a look! I'm sure you'll be as blown away as we were.
Reviewed On 7/11/2019 by Jacqueline R
The Allure + The Allure on the Lake is a truly incredible operation with owners and staff of great integrity! We were originally booked in Chesterton at The Allure on the Lake and woke to a flurry of news that it has burnt to the ground just a ...
few weeks before our wedding. Natalie and Michelle had been super attentive and helpful thus far and continued to do so, calling us personally only hours after the fire. They were able to accommodate our same date in La Porte at The Allure and the transition was seamless. The food is incredible, the staff is gracious and personable, and we can not recommend these wonderful people highly enough! They treated us like family and we would choose them all over again.
Reviewed On 6/23/2019 by Callyn A
The Allure + Allure on the lake was such a wonderful (although unexpectedly shocking) wedding experience! We originally booked to have our wedding at the Allure on the Lake on 6.8.19. We woke to a flood of news that the venue had sadly burned d...
own the morning of 6.3.19. Natalie, Troy, and all of the staff at the Allure worked so hard to help us find another venue with only 5 days before our wedding. We were able to move to The Allure and had such a magical day. Natalie became like family to me after all of the planning we did together over 20 months. I cherish the friendships I made and the memories will last a lifetime! I highly recommend this venue for your dream day!
Reviewed On 6/13/2019 by Kelsey S
I would say the Allure in LaPorte is one of the best places to get married! Natalie and Michelle are wonderful to work with. They make sure you are comfortable and able to enjoy the day. The venue has a very welcoming feel to it. My husband and...
I wanted a venue that had a lot of character, not one that felt like a regular hall. The Allure definitely had that! We loved it, there were a few minor details that were missing but Natalie took care of us after the wedding!
Reviewed On 5/31/2019 by Kate M
I was recently married at The Allure on the Lake and I would recommend this venue to anyone getting married in the Chicagoland/Michiana area. Natalie and Michelle were incredibly helpful every step of the way, they were even there to help calm ...
my pre-ceremony jitters and it felt like they really cared about making everything special. They provided a list of vendors upon booking and were excellent in their communication with them. Heads up, if you plan on upgrading alcohol to something they don't have then have multiple options ready and communicate that with the coordinators as soon as you can. They are incredibly flexible and accommodating. We were able to have a wonderful wedding day that cost less than comparable venues. The views are wonderful, there are hotels extremely close by, and you will be well taken care of.
Reviewed On 5/26/2019 by Jayna B
I am so pleased I picked the allure as my wedding venue! Everything was so beautiful and I received so many compliments from my guests about how gorgeous the venue was. The staff was so friendly and helpful throughout the wedding planning proce...
ss! I highly recommend the Allure!
Reviewed On 4/05/2019 by Chelsea P
We had our ceremony and reception at the Allure on the Lake and...WOW! I cannot say enough good things about this venue. I worked with Natalie and Michelle. They truly want your dream wedding/vision to come to life and they do everything in the...
ir power to make that happen. Planning a wedding is extremely overwhelming and they made the process so easy - from start to finish they are there to assist with everything. They answered my one billion questions in a timely manner and did so with such kindness. I never once felt like a burden when sending them my 3rd email of the day because they made it clear that that's what they are there for. They made everything flow so smoothly on the day of the wedding. Even when a few hiccups happened.. and those things will happen no matter how perfectly you think you have it planned. They truly are the most amazing staff! We had endless compliments from our wedding guests about how excellent the food was and how beautiful the venue was. You will not regret having your wedding here!!
Reviewed On 3/27/2019 by Jordan M
Our wedding day was absolutely perfect thanks to Allure on the Lake. The venue is stunning - we just loved the modern industrial look! They let us bring our decor the day before, and they were there all morning setting up and putting our vision...
to life! They made it easy - we didn’t have to do a thing the morning of! Everyone complimented the food. It was delicious and they give you a very good serving size where nobody is left hungry. They were also super accommodating with food choices certain people couldn’t have and allowed us to alter/substitute. Our wedding day was beyond perfect. Thank you Allure on the Lake, especially Natalie and Michelle, for everything!
Reviewed On 3/24/2019 by A B
The venue is absolutely gorgeous and the food was fantastic. The only issue was that the coordinator I believe it was Michelle was absolutely so rude to everyone in the wedding party and even guests. It was unacceptable.
Reviewed On 3/21/2019 by Carrie K
The Allure on the Lake was by far the most impressive venue we looked at! Natalie and Michelle are amazing and we could not have been happier with our choice. Our guests raved about the appearance and the food! The convenience of the onsite ind...
oor ceremony room made this place perfection for us.
Reviewed On 3/14/2019 by Amy C
From searching, to securing our date, to planning and hosting our wedding, The Allure on the Lake was a delight to work with. The first two venues that we viewed were The Allure and The Allure on the Lake and that was enough for us. The Allure ...
on the Lake stole our hearts! It was the perfect venue to capture what we had envisioned for our big day. The planning process was made so much easier thanks to their amazing crew. They always answered all our questions in a timely manor and were able to accommodate all our ideas! The day of our wedding ran so smooth. The crew had everything set up when the wedding party arrived and made sure we had everything we needed. They worked closely with our vendors to make sure everything was there on time and in place. Our guests complimented us so much on how beautiful the ceremony room was and how great the food was at the reception. To this day we are still hearing about the food and what great options we had chosen. Planning a wedding was one of the most stressful things I have ever done but with the help of the crew at The Allure on the Lake we never had to worry about the venue. They really did take care of everything! I would highly recommend this venue to all future brides!
Reviewed On 3/14/2019 by Morgan M
My husband Luke and I got married in May 2018. This venue was fairly new at that time, but let me tell you, you would have thought they had been doing this for an eternity at this location. From the moment I walked in I fell in love with the ...
venue, but loving the venue is only part of it. The whole staff was AMAZING. I would call or email and within an hour I would have some type of response. They made me feel like they were my own personal wedding planners. I worked with Natalie the most and she would not only give me ideas, but she made me feel like my wedding was her only wedding she had been planning for. The food was spectacular and the service through the whole evening was amazing! I cannot say enough good things about this venue!
Reviewed On 3/14/2019 by Hannah M
I cannot say enough good things about using The Allure as our wedding venue! The building itself is a complete surprise and absolutely stunning. It was so convenient to have everything happen in one location! The staff was very easy to work wi...
th and ready to answer any and all of my questions and concerns. The day of the wedding, I truly had nothing to worry about!
Reviewed On 3/13/2019 by Sarah S
Where do I begin? Planning my wedding was long, stressful and one of the most tedious things I think I have done in my short 23 years. Through all of the madness, I never had to worry about my venue. I knew in my heart the minute I walked into...
the Allure, it was the “one”. From the beginning Natalie was always my go to girl and someone I was most comfortable with. She helped me plan, organize and calculate my wedding down to the very last detail and I have never ever been more thankful. This venue is not only absolutely stunning, it has a humongous bridal suite. The ballroom has been recently redone, and without bragging too much, my wedding was the first to use it after the remodel 😉Like I was saying, the ballroom is fantastic, the lounge is incredible but what really stole my heart was the ceremony room. I cannot gush and explain enough how simple and elegant and beautiful the ceremony room is, it is also convienent because it attaches to their cocktail hour bar. Through the entire planning process; I never had to pick out or make too many decorations because too many would be simply taking away from the beauty of this magnificent historical site. I never had to put together or tear down any of my decor and Natalie made sure my day went smoothly and that I was comfortable and having a good time the whole night. If you are looking for a venue, please look at this and don’t be scared away by the numbers. It is pricey, but it’s worth every penny and you get a bang for your buck. You get ceremony, cocktail, and reception, catering and a coordinator all for one price. You really cannot ask for more. Like I said previously, I owe Natalie everything for making my day magical. She worked tirously and took every single question I had with grace. I love the Allure team, and I will be telling every bride about them, even if I don’t know them!
Reviewed On 3/13/2019 by Christina S
The Allure LaPorte was amazing. Joe and I couldn't have asked for a better venue & team. The place looked amazing and everything went off without a hitch. Communication was excellent. Our guests loved the food and the decor of the Allure....
And Brides... The bridal suite is so big!!!! All my bridesmaids, moms & friends fit in there with extra room still! If I had to do it all over again I would pick The Allure in a heartbeat.
Reviewed On 1/12/2019 by Kara R
Absolutely the most gorgeous venue and best people to work with! Natalie is a master of her craft and has everything under control! She made me feel so relaxed and offered me the best suggestions for vendors! The venue has so much simple bea...
uty that it needs little added decor which was a plus for me! It's a perfect canvas for whatever look you are going for! No ugly carpet or old light fixtures here... it's all brand new and perfectly done! I want everyone I know to get married here!
Reviewed On 12/27/2018 by Jennifer F
Beautiful venue. The entire Allure on the Lake staff was helpful, professional and easy to get ahold of/hear back from. The food was delicious and the menu gave such a variety of fun options, you will find something for everyone!
Reviewed On 10/17/2018 by Alley M
The Allure team is bar none. They were supportive every step of the way through the planning process and were especially flexible and understanding when communication became a little more frequent. The venue visually speaks for itself but the ...
support we got from Stacey and Natalie was absolutely wonderful. They were so positive and encouraging and worked through every hump in the process with us. A special shout out to Stacey for taking care of us the morning of as we were getting ready and making final preparation! Loved this staff and loved this venue!
Reviewed On 8/15/2018 by Katelyn S
My husband and I really enjoyed this venue! all of our guest couldn't believe how beautiful it was! Natalie made every moment just perfect! She is a life saver and such a big help to have! The only thing I was not happy with is that we got th...
e Platinum package and were unable to try any of the food from that menu which made us very uneasy picking items for dinner since we had never had them. I wish they would have done a separate taste test for those who where paying the higher price for the package.
Reviewed On 9/16/2017 by Katrina D
OMG...NATALIE IS AMAZING!!! I had my ceremony and reception at the Allure. I knew from the moment I stepped in the building that this is where my husband and I would get married! Natalie worked with us every step of the way and made sure the da...
y went as perfect as I had planned. She is a very special person and we were blessed to have her to help plan our special day. She made sure everything we needed was there and knew the things I needed but did not know I needed:) The reception area was elegant and had an amazing ambiance for our guests. The cocktail hour was perfect with the drinks and appetizers and the reception area does not disappoint either!! Every guest we spoke with said it was the best wedding they had attended. The FOOD WAS EXCELLENT and the service was fast and efficient. We did not want for anything!! If you want the venue of your dreams and a coordinator who makes it like working with a long lost friend, then the Allure is the place for you!!! On a side note, the pricing was amazing and completely stress free as you are paying a specific amount/per person with no hidden fees later! Loved Natalie and the Allure!!!
Reviewed On 6/26/2017 by Rachel L
I can't even begin to say how amazing this place is! The minute we walked thru the door we knew this was where we wanted to spend our amazing day! Natalie is absolutely everything you would ever want in a coordinator! She made our dreams come t...
rue!
Reviewed On 6/15/2017 by Andrea G
Our daughter's wedding was at the Allure on June 10, 2017 and it turned out to be everything we hoped for and more!!! Natalie was so easy to work with and was very patient with us and all our questions. Everything went so smoothly from using ...
the bridal suite, the ceremony site and the reception hall. The food was great and it was so nice for them to set everything up and take it down - one less headache for us to deal with. I can't say enough about the Allure - would highly recommend it to any future bride and groom!!!
Reviewed On 6/14/2017 by Paige J
When my fiancé and I began to look for venues we first thought about doing and country theme but my mother insisted I look at The Allire and we feel in love with it. The best part was everything was all in one place. The bridal suite is huge an...
d a great place to get ready in the morning. The balcony was a fantastic area for the boys to get ready. The ceremony site and cocktail hour was the perfect area and size. And the reception site was beautiful!! I could not have asked for a better place to get married. And on top of the amazing venue itself the coordinator Natalie goes above and beyond to help in anyway possibly. Any question I had she was able to answer it and in a timely matter. Thank you to The Allure staff for everything you do.
Reviewed On 5/30/2017 by Jessica W
This venue was so elegant and beautiful. The whole experience was amazing from start to finish. The girls really take care of you throughout the whole process! I would get responses from them within the hour no matter what day or time. Natalie ...
& Corynn made my wedding experience so much easier than I could imagine. They took care of every detail, coordinated everything day of, and solved any problem! I imagined myself running around like crazy on the morning of my wedding but that was not the case with them. They handled everything so I could enjoy my morning with my bridesmaids in their beautiful bridal suite! They made my ballroom/ceremony area more beautiful than I could imagine. The food and alcohol is all top quality and the staff is delightful!! The security guy was even helping us figure out my bustle when we were struggling! I can't say enough positive things about this venue, staff, and experience. I LOVE THE ALLURE!!
Reviewed On 2/21/2017 by Tara W
We got married at the allure in October of 2015!!! From the moment we stepped inside we fell in love with the place! We ended up booking that day! Natalie and Jenny were SO wonderful and I couldn't have asked for better people to help us plan o...
ur special day! They were so easy to work with and talk to and also super quick to respond to any questions or concerns that I had and Natalie made sure I was always on top of any details that I needed to be taking care of! When it came down to the wedding day it was the most stress free and that I had ever been during the whole planning process simply because of those girls! The wedding was beyond perfect down to every detail. We rented the bridal sweet for the bridesmaids and it was so nice to have a space of our own to spend the morning and get ready and the boys had a space of their own to hang out before the festivites began too. The ceremony was well orchestrated by the amazing Natalie yet again and followed up by cocktail hour which lead us into our reception where we had a blast! Every one of our guests had nothing but good things to say about the staff, the food, the drinks, and the simple beauty of the building itself. I am so happy we chose the allure to celebrate our special day and would do it all over again if I could!!!!
Reviewed On 9/06/2016 by Megan L
I had my dream wedding at The Allure and Natalie and Jenny were incredible to work with! They were amazing with answering all of my questions and were super accommodating when I asked to re-tour when my husband was in town since he is in the mi...
litary and didn't get to come to the first one. The Allure is a one stop shop and it made my life SO much easier to know I could trust Natalie and Jenny with all the little details of my big day!
Reviewed On 8/15/2016 by Kammie M
My husband and I had our wedding reception here and the night could not have gone any better!! Everyone kept saying how beautiful the venue was and loved the food!! Natalie and Jenny were amazing to work with! I live in Indy so I made a lot of...
phone calls to them and I knew they would make sure the night was perfect! I recommend the Allure to anyone who is looking for something that would WOW all of your guest!!
Reviewed On 4/28/2016 by Jenny B
As a vendor in the Northwest Indiana wedding industry, being a bride was very surreal! I chose The Allure as my venue because I knew I couldn't trust anyone more than Natalie to take care of me and my family. From the bridal suite to the cere...
mony decor, from the ballroom and tablescapes to the food and vendors, our day was perfect. Thank you Natalie and team, for taking this wedding coordinator and making her a bride!!!!!
Reviewed On 4/17/2016 by Sara M
We found the Allure by accident and we are so thankful we did! Natalie is so professional and friendly, she (very!) patiently answered all of my questions before we decided to put down a deposit about 11 months before our date. It seemed like...
I asked her another thousand and she answered every one of them and normally gave me an idea that was better than what I had been thinking of in the first place! The day of coordination is a big reason we chose the Allure and Natalie was there with me during the wedding, it was great to have built a relationship with a vendor over the planning process - she really knew how I wanted the day to go and it was pulled off without a hitch. We are so happy to have found the Allure....if only we had another event to plan!!!!
Reviewed On 3/10/2016 by Knottie1437579339
If you're looking for a beautiful venue, amazing staff, and stress free planning, this is the place to go. I would chose The Allure 100 times over. Our family and guests were astonished with this venue.
Reviewed On 2/18/2016 by Alayna B
Absolutely wonderful! We had our wedding ceremony and reception here 12/27/15. It was perfect. Natalie and Jenny are fantastic and make everything so easy for you and help put you at ease during such a stressful time. We had so many and are sti...
ll getting so many compliments on how beautiful the venue was. It was so sad to leave! We love The Allure! P.S. Food was fantastic!!
Reviewed On 2/10/2016 by Stefanie B
Great Venue! Great People! Would highly recommend this great venue to anyone in the area! I had absolutely nothing to worry about the day of my wedding. Natalie and Jenny could not have made my day any better! They were great to work with and r...
eally wanted to make your dream wedding come true. They exceeded my expectations! Food was fantastic and the place itself is breath-taking!
Reviewed On 1/29/2016 by Sky S
The Allure was the perfect location for the best day ever! Natalie and Jenny are amazing at what they do. The whole day went smoothly without a hitch. I could not have asked for anything more!
Reviewed On 9/26/2015 by Meghann E
Natalie and team at The Allure were absolutely amazing throughout the ENTIRE wedding planning process. I was an out-of-state bride and had to conduct most of my communication with The Allure via email. They were super quick to respond and did e...
verything they could to make our wedding vision come true...which they definitely succeeded! We loved that the venue provided both the ceremony space as well as the reception hall. The team ensured that everything ran smoothly and that our guests enjoyed themselves. Could not have asked for a better venue and support team! The Allure also came with a great price tag and you definitely get a lot for the cost!! Excellent service, food, quality, etc! I'm an extremely happy bride and would highly recommend this place to future brides getting married in Northern Indiana!!
Reviewed On 7/25/2015 by a member
I was in this wedding 18th June this year and I didnt like hoe food was served.The tables were divided in 3 sections.I was in the middle section.Food was served in all the sections while the middle section had no food.All sections need to be se...
rved equally.The middle section felt left out.....A better method of serving food will do for this beautiful venue.
Reviewed On 11/17/2014 by Ashlee K
I cannot speak highly enough of the Allure. Before planning my wedding, I had always assumed that I would want an outdoor, rustic affair. However, after seeing the pictures of the Allure and then witnessing its elegance first hand, my mind chan...
ged. The Allure's beauty cannot be overstated. From its simple, tasteful ceremony space, to its modern, sophisticated downstairs cocktail lounge, to its 20's-inspired grand reception hall, a Midwestern bride would be hard pressed to find better. I love the mismatch of mirrors, couches, and crystal throughout the venue. The bridal suite was the proverbial icing on the cake, giving my bridesmaids, family, and self more than enough space to get ready. I found their pricing a bit high, but compared to other wedding venues in Indianapolis and Chicago, they are a steal. Weddings are just expensive. Their all-in pricing makes planning your big day straight forward and simple. Most venues have pages of fine print attached to their contracts. You get the impression that you'll never know your final bill until it arrives. With the Allure, you know exactly how much you'll be paying and for what you'll be paying. From security fees, cake cutting fees, and bartending fees to taxes, everything is included in their per-person priced packages, and with three packages (silver, gold, and platinum) and a-la carte add-ons, their offering can fit almost any budget and desire. The Allure only becomes comparatively expensive if you're having an extremely small wedding. This is due, primarily, to event minimums. However, given that most full-service venues have some sort of event minimum, unless you're using multiple vendors for food, lighting, tables, chairs, etc. or doing everything yourself, the Allure is still going to be among your best bets financially. Moreover, given the quality and beauty of it's offering, the Allure will almost certainly prove your best value. Perhaps one of the best features of the Allure, aside from its beauty and all-in pricing system, is its provision of event coordinators. The event coordinators were absolutely essential for me, since I was planning my wedding all the way from Belgium in Europe. This made me a rather abnormal bride, who had to attend her tasting over a year in advance and conduct her final planning meeting over the phone. I could not have successfully planned our wedding without Natalie and the other coordinators. They responded professionally, promptly, and courteously. They patiently answered all of my questions, which always came in droves, and gave me honest opinions whenever I asked for them. They built my centerpieces for me, and they even allowed me to ship my centerpiece materials to the venue so that my mother didn't have to make the three hour drive to LaPorte. Moreover, they suggested and worked with my vendors, which saved me a great deal of time and energy. They went above and beyond, and I could not have asked for better service. The wedding and reception both proceeded smoothly on the day itself. The decor was flawless. The hors d'oeuvres were excellent; the salad and main courses were good. The plated meals were served efficiently, and the bartender kept the drinks flowing. We were lucky enough to be able to afford the Allure's platinum package, which included a wonderful open bar. Our guests were incredibly pleased with their high-end drink selections. If I had it to do it all again, I'd choose the Allure every single time.
Reviewed On 11/01/2014 by Theresa F
I just had my wedding here this past weekend and I can't begin to tell you how amazing it was. From the moment we walked in during our initial consultation, I knew we were in really good hands. Our coordinators, Natalie & Michelle were OUTSTA...
NDING. They really made us feel so welcome and taken care of. Their coordinator services eliminated the need for me to hire a third party day-of planner. The atmosphere/decor is so unique that you really don't need to do much to gussy the place up. I'm from Chicago and I have YET to see an event space like this. All of my guests still can't stop talking about what an amazing venue we chose. The bridal suite is AWESOME!!! The suite on its own could've sold me on this hall. We had somewhere between 10-25 people in there and still had enough elbow room to breathe as we all got ready. I also love the fact that it is a one-event/night space so you won't have to worry about running into other random guests/brides at your own wedding. Did I mention how affordable this place is?!! If I could do my wedding all over again, I would DEFINITELY choose this place. No regrets..not a single one!!
Reviewed On 10/04/2014 by Laci U
It is very beautiful, but the food kinda sucked to me and the staff weren't the best to work with. I signed their contract right before they changed it. Our contract stated for a friday night wedding we only needed to have a min of 65 people. T...
hey hardly corresponded with us, then less than 2 weeks before the wedding they told me that we still owed them $3,200. Since they changed their contract to $7700 for friday nights. They argued with me for some time about it, before pulling out the contract to realize I was right. Then they acted upset that they had to honor the contract. They were kind of rude and small things I requested they didnt listen to and threw out the door (like the fact that I didnt want to rush into cutting the cake as soon as we were announced) They said our package came with a coordinator, though we were bugged by the dj, and others all night and she didn't seem to do too much. The wedding party ended up only getting one plate of hor'derbvs all night, and no one was up in the lounge to take our drink orders, so we had to go get our drinks before being announced which kind of ruined the suprise of it. Then the worst was that we paid for 70 people, only about 65 showed up, I informed them as soon as we came in that my dad would be late because he had to drive to chicago to get his gf. When my dad did get in they refused to serve him his dinner and told me they "threw it out because it was cold" a friend had to drive to mcdonalds for us and buy my dad a stinking dinner. They treated us as if they really didnt want us there because we werent spending as much as others do now because of their new contract. It was very aggrivating. And the food had absolutely no flavor, and our meat was terribly dry. As for looks, I'd give them a 5 out of 5. But as for over all experience with the staff and everything 2.5 out of 5. The DJ is what made the night amazing....and the open bar.
Reviewed On 9/17/2014 by Gina M
I cannot say enough how happy i was with The Allure. Just seeing it the first time, i knew that was the place i wanted to have our wedding and it was exactly what we wanted-we could have the ceremony and reception in one place! The process wa...
s so much less stressful and so much more enjoyable for myself and other people helping because the two wedding planners who come with the package are FANTASTIC! They help so much as they make the process as easy as they can for you! The wedding was just how I imagined and the day was perfect and I owe so much to the Allure and the planners there:)
Reviewed On 4/25/2014 by Amanda D
The Allure was a great venue. The girls that work there do most of the planning and work for you, which is nice. The food was decent and they had several bar options. There was also a nice ceremony space, but it's pretty expensive. We didn't ha...
ve a lot of options when it came to wine, which was really disappointing. We could have made other arrangements but we would have had to pay a lot (on top of an already expensive wedding) and we couldn't take the leftovers home with us. I was shocked by the pricing, but it quickly became evident that the per person price included EVERYTHING--open bar, security, bar tenders, taxes & gratuity, etc. It was definitely worth it not to have to pay an extravagant bar bill at the end of the night!!
Reviewed On 10/21/2013 by Brittnee P
From the very first contact through the day of the wedding everyone that works there were extremely helpful. They answered any and all question we may of had and responded to emails either the same day or by the next day. All we had to do was b...
ring in the supplies for our centerpieces and show them a picture and they set everything up and at the end of the night boxed everything back up. They helped me with my surprise wedding favors (cotton candy) for my husband. If there is anything you want for the wedding all you have to do is ask and they will find it and give you the info with prices. They are such a sweet group of ladies and you can tell they care so much about the couples day and making sure its everything they dreamed of.The building is beautiful and I would recommend them to anyone who wants something other than a typical banquet hall.
Reviewed On 5/14/2013 by Jenifer Z
From start to finish everything was just wonderful!! The planners were very knowledgeable and pointed me in the right direction for all of my questions! They also helped me with their preferred vendors and everything was just wonderful!!
Reviewed On 11/27/2012 by Sarah C
I had both my wedding and reception at the Allure on 11-10-12 and it could not have been better! The venue is beautiful and my guests (some who are very picky) couldn't say enough about how great the food was and how beautiful the venue was! Je...
nny and Megan were amazing to work with and made my wedding day so easy. I didn't even have to tell them what I needed it was like they read my mind :) I had a worry free wonderful experience and would recommend the allure to anyone!
Reviewed On 10/22/2012 by Alisen H
"Absolutely wonderful"...that is what we heard from our guests the entire night at The Allure. From the logistics of timing and menus, the customer service from Meagan and Jenny was just wonderful and they are truly talented in what they do. Th...
eir attention to detail and flexibility honestly made the entire wedding planning process significantly more enjoyable and less stress-free. The venue speaks for itself and it is such a diamond in the rough that we could not have asked for a more perfect location, ambiance and service. In addition to the space, the food was DELICIOUS. We took part in the cocktail hour option and were very impressed with the quality and variety of options. Likewise, we chose the family-style option for the reception dinner and were extremely impressed with the prompt service and high-quality ingredients used. The bridal suite is also a unique feature that enhanced all of our experiences and is a wonderful option for those brides and/or her bridesmaids who are coming from out of town. We were also thankful for the way that all of our vendors worked perfectly with The Allure. Overall, the quality of food, customer service, and genuine attentive nature of the staff of The Allure made our wedding reception seamless and the night truly perfect; a night we, and our guests, will remember for the rest of our lives!
Reviewed On 10/01/2012 by Christine B
Our wedding was absolutely perfect. We were planning from afar as we live in Indianapolis and my folks live in La Porte. They attended our tasting in our place. The ladies at the Allure were quick to respond to all questions we had and covered ...
all of our bases. Food was great, venue was beautiful as ever, and a great value for the money. Take it from me; it makes things so much easier to get ready, get married, and have your reception all in the same place. We loved every minute of it. The staff was great and the planners were good about helping us stick to our timeline. Thanks so much!
Reviewed On 9/17/2012 by Arielle S
I was very happy with The Allure. The venue is beautiful and the staff is very attentive. Although, there were a few things I wasn't 100% happy with that I realized the DAY OF that could not be changed but all in all, it turned out beautifully...
. Jenny and Megan are awesome and are there to make it the event of your life. One thing I noticed was that the menu I picked was not what was served the day of the wedding. So that was the main thing I was unhappy with but besides for that and a few other small details, things were great. I would recommend this venue to another bride!
Reviewed On 3/07/2012 by Mandy M
The hall is breath-taking and everything went perfect!
Reviewed On 8/16/2011 by Carrie B
The Allure had only been open for one year when I signed my contract to have my wedding reception there. I was a little nervous since I had not been to a wedding there before but the site had the look I was going for, modern in style but vinta...
ge with exposed brick and ornate details. The wedding coordinator did a good job answering questions when I e-mailed them, but there was not much time with her during the food tasting. Being a bride from out of town and taking time off work to go to the tasting I wish there would have been more one on one time. The day of the wedding everything looked beautiful and everyone loved the site and had a great time. The modern downstairs bar area was perfect for the cocktail hour and the large stair case from the balcony to the main ballroom really added to the wedding party intros  I had only a few issues with The Allure. We had the food plated and it took a long time (like over an hour) to serve dinner all 220 guests we had. Also they said the site would hold 350 people, but I thought it was tight with 220 and I can’t image how long it would have taken them to serve 350 guests. Overall the day went great and I would recommend to other brides that they should check this place out.
Reviewed On 7/12/2011 by Taylor V
The Allure is a gorgeous facility! Jenny is a wonderful person & works hard to make your every wish come true! We REALLY wanted a Dunkin Donut buffet since my Groom is a cop. She worked hard to make that happen! WONDERFUL!
Reviewed On 3/03/2011 by Katlyn S
Very beautiful place in our hometown of LaPorte. Modern and nicely styled.
Reviewed On 1/17/2011 by Hope H
From start to finish, the service was above and beyond my expectations.. the food amazing. Jenny Wallace, my coordinator was SuperWoman!... and had great with advice for things I hadn't thought of... From the special touches that just made our...
day so special... Even thinking how they could accommodate my Dad who is in a wheelchair... The decor and sophistication was exactly what I was hoping for! I didn't have to worry about a thing... and that's really how it should be!

Contact Info for The Allure + The Allure on the Lake

Vendor Logo
526 Indian Boundary Rd., Chesterton, IN
(219) 250-2652
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Pinterest

Wedding Vendors in Chesterton

Chesterton Bridal Salons
Chesterton Beauty Salons
Chesterton Caterers
Chesterton DJs
Chesterton Florists
Chesterton Reception Venues
Chesterton Videographers
Chesterton Wedding Bands
Chesterton Wedding Photographers
Chesterton Wedding Planners
  1. Wedding Vendors
    /
  2. Wedding Venues
    /
  3. Indiana Wedding Venues
    /
  4. Chesterton Wedding Venues
    /
The Allure + The Allure on the Lake
made withlove
Planning & Inspiration
Wedding Websites
Registry
Marketplace
Wedding Invitations
Wedding Planning App
Wedding Budget
Wedding Checklist
Wedding Guest List
Wedding Ideas & Etiquette
Engagement
Parties & Events
Wedding Dresses
Gifts
Real Wedding Photos
The Knot News
Community
The Company
The Knot Worldwide
About Us
The Knot Editorial
Careers
International
Press
National Advertising
Our Sponsors
Sister Sites
The Bump
The Guest
The Bash
How They Asked
Get Our Wedding Planner App On Your Mobile Device
Are you a vendor?
Sign up on The Knot to reach more couples and book more weddings!
Start Here
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Accessibility
  • Do Not Sell My Info
  • CA Privacy
  • Customer Service
©1997-2022 XO Group Inc.