Lake Villa
Illinois, IL (60046)

Lake Villa, Illinois incorporated in 1913 and is located just 47 miles from downtown Chicago. The village covers an area of 6.5 square miles and has a population of 8,614 est. Originally settled in the early 1800s, Lake Villa was once a resort town where the affluent and many other tourists came to relax. Several of the early mansions built here at that time, still stand and are a rich part of their history.

What Makes Lake Villa Unique?

• Lehmann Park - provides swimming in Cedar Lake, boat launching, volleyball, a picnic shelter with tables and grills, and playground equipment. It is a favorite among residents. Lehmann Park is located on the west side of Cedar Avenue between Route 83 and Grand Avenue (across the street from the Metra Station).
• Steven Sherwood Memorial Park - has a tot playground, tennis courts, volleyball, horseshoe pit, and a shelter. Steven Sherwood Memorial Park's entrance is located on Kevin Avenue.
• Lehmann Mansion - constructed in 1912 as a summer home for Edward J. Lehmann and his family, the Lehmann Mansion has been extensively and beautifully restored to the grandeur of its elegant past.
• Bittersweet - is an 18-hole championship public golf facility situated on 240 acres of beautiful property.
• E.J. Lehmann - Merchant Prince of State Street, had a profound impact on the history of Lake Villa. By bringing in the railroad and a resort hotel, the area was the "Lake Geneva" of its time. A depot was completed and the first passenger train stopped at Lake Villa on July 26, 1886.
  

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