Specialties
With over 50 years of experience, The Great Escape is the region's largest home leisure showroom, helping families turn their home into a relaxing getaway.Visit us online or in one of our retail showrooms to shop a huge selection of outdoor patio furniture, hot tubs, above-ground pools, pool tables, game tables, saunas, and more. From backyard entertaining to indoor game rooms and wellness spaces, we offer top brands, expert guidance, and professional delivery and installation to make it easy to enjoy more time at home.Whether you're upgrading your patio, adding a hot tub, or building the ultimate game room, The Great Escape has everything you need to relax, play, and unwind. Escape your everyday. Shop The Great Escape.
History
Established in 1971.
Founded in 1971, The Great Escape began as a small business selling pool supplies door-to-door south of Chicago. More than 50 years later, that humble start has grown into the largest home leisure retailer in the Midwest. Despite our growth, we've stayed true to our roots as a family-run business. In fact, the same people who helped build The Great Escape in its early days are still involved in owning and operating our stores today. We've helped thousands of customers create better backyards, game rooms, and wellness spaces by offering top-quality products, competitive pricing, and knowledgeable, responsive service. From patio furniture and hot tubs to pools, pool tables, and saunas, our team is here to help you choose the right products and enjoy them for years to come. If you're already a Great Escape customer, thank you for being part of our story. If not, we invite you to visit our website or one of our showrooms and experience The Great Escape difference for yourself.
Meet the Business Owner: Reid P.
Founded in 1971 as a one-man business, The Great Escape has always been built on family values, hard work, and a commitment to doing right by our customers. More than 50 years later, the company is still family-owned and operated, with the same hands-on approach that guided us from the very beginning. While we've grown to become the largest home leisure retailer in the Midwest, with 24 retail store locations, our culture hasn't changed. The family remains actively involved in the day-to-day operation of the business, ensuring every store delivers knowledgeable service, quality products, and a welcoming experience. From our first sale to today, our goal has always been the same: help families create spaces where they can relax, connect, and enjoy time at home.