Hawthorn Woods Houses for Sale

Hawthorn Woods is known for its custom homes and spacious acre lots, offering a mix of Colonial Revivals, multi-story traditional architecture, and ranch-style homes. Located 40 miles west of Downtown Chicago, the village is ideal for those seeking proximity to Lake Zurich with more land. The neighborhood is served by the highly rated Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95, including Spencer Loomis Elementary, Lake Zurich Middle School North, and Lake Zurich High School, which is ranked among the top 50 public high schools in Illinois. Outdoor recreation is abundant, with Hawthorn Woods Community Park hosting events like Movies in the Park and a summer concert series, and Rambling Hills Park offering natural areas, trails, and ball fields. Equestrian facilities are available at Pastures of Long Grove, Oxford Hill Farm, and Red Coat Farm. The Hawthorn Woods Country Club features an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Arnold Palmer. Residents have access to amenities in nearby Lake Zurich, including shopping at Village Square and Bank One Plaza, dining options like The Hungry Mule and Stompin’ Grounds Café, and the newly opened North Point Kitchen + Bar. Commuting options include a 40-mile drive to downtown Chicago on Interstate 94 or an hour-long Metra train ride from Mundelein or Vernon Hills. Chicago O’Hare International Airport is 27 miles away. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with the closest emergency room at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, 8 miles west on Route 22.