The Lytle House was the perfect venue for our summer wedding. The owners, Michelle and Robyn, stood out from the rest from day one. They got to know us and helped guide us through the entire process. Our goal was to keep things fairly simple, but high-quality. They took our general ideas and helped craft the perfect atmosphere for our wedding reception. The day of the wedding reception, Michelle knocked it out of the park getting the flowers, photos, sound system, and other decorations all set up. We also hired Michelle to handle our photography and she did a phenomenal job with that, as well. It was a blast watching our guests walk in and say, "Wow... this place is incredible! I had no idea this was here!" The Lytle House really is a special hideaway in the city, and we'll be recommending it to friends and family every chance we get. - Vanessa and Matt read more

This recommendation is long overdue! My husband and I had our micro-wedding at the Lytle house this winter. We could not have asked for a more perfect day! Robyn and Michelle were so easy to work with and helped make our day so special. Michelle's photography was stunning!! We highly recommend this venue and working with Robyn and Michelle! read more

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You just got engaged and have started to look for venues for your "small" or intimate wedding. Look no further! The Lytle House can host up to 80 people and the dynamic duo, Robyn and Michelle, are nothing short of amazing professionals. When we first got engaged, I quickly started to lock vendors in for our short engagement. Our photographer referred The Lytle House from there and the rest is history. I reached out to Robyn immediately and she responded within 24 hours. Honestly, unlike a few of our vendors, Robyn never wavered in her service. She was always very responsive - even for my silly questions and talking things out via email. At first, we were a bit hesitant of their No Kids rule because we wanted our toddler nephews be our ring bearers. Robyn quickly assured us that they can make an exception but reminded us that they don't have changing tables so they needed to be potty trained. In the end, we realized that we wanted this to be a celebration for everyone, and for the parents to have fun, let's make it kids free. So, if you're hesitant on reaching out because of the no kids thing, go back and inquire!! We scheduled a visit within the week of reaching out and fell in love. It was the only venue we visited (aside from the tons of pamphlets and auto-responses from other venues in the city). We immediately felt like we visited 'The One'. Our visit was in March, so it was still winter. She helped paint a picture of what a Summer or Fall date would look like and showed us their Instagram to bring the pictures to life. She was immediately helping our vision fall into place and offered Labor Day weekend after someone who booked a year ago canceled. It just felt right and that everything was falling into place. If wedding planning was going to be as easy as locking in our venue, we knew we were in good hands. Thankfully the entire process was mostly drama-free since we opted for a 33-person wedding. By the time it came to our walk-through, she was prepared and remembered all of my notes - even the ones I forgot! She claims to be a day-of coordinator, but you're definitely getting much more. My guests were also so impressed by the both of them. I think my sister-in-law spent about a half hour or more just chatting with Michelle. Ok, now fast forward to a week before the wedding - that's where Michelle came in. She quickly helped us lock in the trailer photobooth (that comes with the venue) and it was a breeze. We loved that every picture taken was sent to us the next day and had an option to save all pictures at once. I wish photographers would get on board with that one! Which reminds me, Michelle is also a Chicago Wedding Photographer! If you find yourself going back and forth, she'd be worth reaching out to. We unfortunately realized this after booking our wedding photographer. I did like that Robyn wasn't pushing it to seem sales-y. I got to chat with Michelle very briefly on the wedding day and she was just as kind as Robyn. After Robyn left to put their kids to bed, Michelle was by our side if we needed anything. A couple things to note: yes, the venue is between two homes, but your music is still loud, and the dance floor WILL be hype. We maybe had like five people who weren't rocking it the whole time, and those who were sitting got to enjoy the beautiful outdoor courtyard. It was perfectly lit to enjoy a cocktail and conversation away from the dance floor. We rented a DJ and never bumped into the table once - so don't think this venue is too small either. They have two restrooms that they stock with some toiletries and they smell great. A small detail that I really appreciate. They don't have any storage so if there is a wedding the day before yours, you will have to coordinate on how to get your items there the morning-of. Thankfully our caterer's business is down the street from where we live so we got to drop off our items to them the day before and they delivered it with their stuff the day-of. I left notes and Robyn followed and setup everything perfectly. I truly do not know how she does it! If you're having a small wedding, ask about a King's Table! It was the best setup for us. We all got to enjoy dinner together and I was able to seat everyone in 'sections' of the large table so conversation was flowing very well. We truly cannot say enough amazing things about our September 3rd wedding thanks to them both. I can't wait to get in touch with Robyn and Michelle again for future events since they host just about anything at their lovely home. read more

The wedding was simply beautiful. Great management had package deal for service. Highly recommend for intimate gatherings. The pictures do not do this venue service. read more

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The Lytle House is an incredible venue with incredible value. When my fiance and I decided to have our wedding in Chicago (the city where we met), it was difficult to wrap our minds around the expense of some of the wedding venues we were considering. We discovered The Lytle House shortly after it opened through an article on a neighborhood blog. We were intrigued by the history and story of The Lytle House and reached out to Robyn to schedule a tour. Robyn responded very quickly and provided us with additional information about pricing and availability and we scheduled a tour for the following week. During the tour we were impressed by the space, by Robyn, and everything the price included. For example, the Lytle House has beautiful steel and walnut tables and chairs. Whereas other venues that were twice the price would have required table and linen rentals, the Lytle House included tables and chairs we wouldn't dream of covering with linens. Not to mention the unique indoor/outdoor layout of the space. I was convinced after this visit but my partner wanted to explore some other options. Robyn placed a soft-hold on the date we were hoping for, and she contacted us shortly after the soft-hold had expired to let us know that another couple had inquired about that date, even though she didn't need to. Luckily, by that time we were both convinced and asked Robyn for a contract, which she provided promptly. We signed the contract and submitted the deposit online and Robyn sent over a list of recommended vendors. We ended up choosing a couple vendors who were not on this list and Robyn scheduled times to meet with them to tour the space. Once we booked our vendors, Robyn took over all of the coordination, gathering their certificates of insurance, scheduling their arrival/set-up on the day of the wedding, and answering any questions they might have on the day. Robyn checked in with us periodically prior to the wedding and answered any questions we had. When it looked like rain on the day of our wedding, her only instruction to us was "Don't worry about it, we will make it work." Luckily the rain held out until the party moved inside, but I have no doubt that Robyn had a plan ready to go with our caterer (we had a food truck) in case the skies opened. We dropped off various items the night before the wedding fully expecting to come early the next day to do some set-up, when we arrived to drop off a few more items ahead of the wedding, we discovered Robyn already in the process of setting out our favors, organizing the other miscellaneous decorations, and assisting the vendors. We didn't need to lift a finger. Robyn was present throughout the wedding and helped in any way that she could. A small unexpected detail we discovered was individual cloth hand towels in the restroom, which Robyn kept well and neatly stocked throughout the evening. All of our guests commented on how perfect the day was and how unique and incredible the venue was and we couldn't agree more. Robyn even helped us carry gifts and supplies to our car after the wedding. As far as we're concerned the value of what you get with the Lytle House cannot be beat, a beautiful and unique venue with attractive hand-crafted furniture, and most importantly, Robyn, who makes you and your guests feel completely at ease and free to enjoy an incredible day. read more

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Not only is The Lytle House aesthetically stunning, filled with modern and elegant details curated by local craftsmen, LOVE, and high design eye, but Robyn and Michelle are the dream team to work with! They ensured that we could create the wedding of our dreams by providing multiple consultations, answering all questions timely, celebrating our ideas, and providing day-of-coordination including setting up decor, coordinating vendors, and meticulously following every request from us as the couple. As a queer couple, we felt nothing but love, respect, and celebration from the hosts of the space, making the night that much more special! Additionally, they referred us to our DJ (Gold Noise) and caterer (Amazing Edibles) - which whom they work often, allowing the night to run smoothly and with great communication among vendors. 1000000/10 stars! We love Robyn and Michelle!!!!! read more

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We booked The Lytle House over two years ago for our wedding on 10/10/2020. Robyn is an absolute pleasure to work with, and she was extremely helpful and flexible as we had to adjust our planning due to COVID-19. The space is so gorgeous, inside and also outside in the courtyard. The mural in the courtyard was an incredible backdrop to our photobooth, and we had our ceremony in front of the ivy covered wall inside the gate. It was an absolutely perfect day, and having Robyn coordinate with our vendors and help set up the décor we brought made the entire day feel seamless and effortless (even though I know the vendors were super busy getting everything set up during the day). Anyone who is looking to have a smaller (80 or less) gathering or celebration could do no better than have it at The Lytle House, it is truly a special place. read more

Thanks Robyn and Michelle for an amazing venue. We had our wedding here. It was an oasis in the city. Our friends and family kept saying how gorgeous it was. We had about 90 people attend. It was more then enough space. People really enjoyed the fact we did food trucks, because it allowed everyone to mingle and eat and drink how they wanted. We rented an additional 5 cocktails tables which were definitely used. The space also allows you to be mindful with a budget such as using food trucks and not having many rentals. Robyn was great at providing ideas etc. She was also timely for responding to the many questions and allowed us to see the venue a 2nd time. I would recommend this venue to anyone for a truly special night! Thanks for the wonderful memories! read more

The Lytle House was perfect for our wedding! We loved the look and feel of the space, especially the outdoor decor. What really sold us was how stress free, available, and accommodating they made everything. That was a MAJOR stressor for us, and they made it easy. Happy to rate 5-stars. Thanks again! read more

We were so lucky to have had our intimate wedding at the Lytle House! This place is a true hidden gem in Chicago. We got nothing but compliments from our guests on what a unique venue it was (in a good way!!). The space is gorgeous -- photos do not do it justice -- perfect if you are looking for a garden or industrial style vibe. We particularly loved the outdoor space, it's colorful and tastefully designed and doesn't require additional decor to make it beautiful. The owners, Robyn and Michelle, are fantastic to work with. You can tell they have poured their hearts into the space and find joy in watching couples celebrate their happiest moments there. Thank you for making the wedding of our dreams possible! read more

We had our wedding and reception at The Lytle House. The level of service provided by the owners was exceptional. They helped to coordinate the catering, staffing and cake. The room set up was perfect. All in all the wedding was stress free. The best part is the setting. Our guests raved about the design of the courtyard and the ambiance of the reception area. We had our service by the huge glass door with the courtyard as a backdrop. I would not hesitate to book the space again for an event. read more

We got married here a little over a month ago. The space is just perfect. All our guests exclaimed that our venue was beautiful and unique and that they had a blast. The Lytle House was able to accommodate all 80 of our guests comfortably. We wouldn't change a thing about our wedding. Robyn and Michelle Lytle are awesome, they made sure our day went as we wanted it to be. We can't recommend this place enough! read more

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A true gem in the City! Michelle and Robyn are the absolute best to work with on your wedding day. They make the entire process so seamless and professional. Not to mention the wedding day so incredibly beautiful! Highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for your special day! read more

I had the wedding of my dreams at The Lytle House this past August and couldn't recommend them more. With Michelle as our amazing wedding photographer and her wife Robyn helping us coordinate logistics and vendors, they helped us put together a playful, fun and dreamy wedding. I was planning from New York and Robyn was incredibly supportive and helpful, answering my approximately 3000 emails in the months leading up to the event. She recommended excellent vendors, which was such a huge relief as I was getting overwhelmed trying to sift through all the options. Our DJ (Jena Nixon), florist (Flowers for Dreams) and caterer (Fig) understood exactly the vibe we were going for and blew us away. The space speaks for itself. With the beautiful mural, gorgeous tables and romantic lighting - it was a perfect space for friends and family to party it up or just relax amongst some beautiful ivy in the courtyard. It felt like a hidden gem and has such a wow factor when you come in from the street. Our guests all raved about how cool a space it was. As a bride that was very overwhelmed with the idea of planning an event and has trouble deciding anything, I was thankful to have Robyn's advice and support throughout. Highly recommend, especially for brides looking for a playful/quirky vibe! read more

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We had our wedding reception at the Lytle House. It was everything we had hoped it would be. The venue is gorgeous. Everybody raved about it. It felt like a little oasis in the city. But the star is really Robyn the venue owner/coordinator. She could not have been more amazing to work with. She gave us a lot of guidance early on and continued to help with planning details in the last few weeks. She also operates as the on-site coordinator during the event. From helping to set up our tables to making sure that the night ran smoothly we cannot say enough about her. Do not look any further than this venue for an intimate party or wedding ceremony/reception! read more

Robyn has been so nice and accommodating throughout all of our planning! She is so knowledgeable about which vendors can fit your needs perfectly. The venue itself is gorgeous. The tables and chairs are truly beautiful and add a great rustic yet modern flair to the place. The vines on the fencing outside add such a nice touch. read more

If you are looking for a great place to host an event or family gathering... look no further than The Lytle House! Michelle and Robyn Lytle do an amazing job of making your feel at home here! It's beautiful, spacious and can be transformed into anything you want to fit your vision! The courtyard makes you feel like you aren't even in the hustle and bustle of the city but allows you to have a good tuck deliver your guests a meal!! read more

Amazing venue! Everything is perfectly balanced and ties together to make any event unique. From the well manicured Quaking Aspen and Japanese Maple trees to the hand crafted seats under the pergola, it is like an oasis in the city. read more

We held an intimate ceremony here for our wedding and it was perfect. The venue was so beautifully decorated both indoors and outdoors - the two spaces work so elegantly well together. It truly is a little hidden gem! On top of that, Robyn is extremely kind and was so helpful throughout the process! read more

The Lytle House was hands down the highlight of our wedding day. Robyn is hands on, always available whenever we had questions, beyond sweet, accommodating to all of our vendors and was there throughout the whole night if we needed her. Their space is truly unique and special and you really get the sense of community and the pride they take in their space. We were lucky enough to have the most perfect weather the day of our wedding and the courtyard was the most amazing place for our ceremony and outdoor hangout space for our guests throughout the night. The pictures do not do this place justice so be sure to go check it out! It is very spacious and the opposing indoor/outdoor spaces gave our guests plenty of options to hang out throughout the night. We had issues with our food truck vendor where they were not able to pull into the courtyard of the Lytle House but there was plenty of space right outside the venue near the driveway where they would have been able to pull in so it still worked out perfectly. We were able to open the courtyard doors for the guests that gave everyone full access to the ice cream truck which was amazing. From the ivy wall to the mural to the lights outside over the courtyard, each small detail did not go unnoticed and made for an unforgettable night and plenty of photo opps! read more

I am obsessed with this space! As a wedding photographer, I see a lot of different venues pretty consistently. The Lytle House is by far one of my favorites for intimate weddings! Its got such a cozy, modern atmosphere and the outdoor space is so unique for Chicago. Plus Michelle and Robyn are so amazing to work with, and I've heard nothing but rave reviews from my clients. I'm so looking forward to my next wedding here! read more

The Lytle House is the perfect venue for an unique, intimate wedding celebration. Even though its located right on Broadway, it really feels like a secret garden once you're in the courtyard - noise from the street was never an issue. The owners, Robyn and Michelle, were incredibly thoughtful when they designed the venue, and its so beautiful that it really doesn't require much decoration. Our guests' favorite part was the flow between the indoor and outdoor spaces, it was an ideal venue for our evening summer wedding. We had our ceremony in the courtyard and the photos in front of the mural turned out lovely. We also had the Big Star taco truck pull directly into the space for dinner, which was really fun and unique. Robyn is the venue coordinator, and she is professional and easy to work with. read more

This venue is just what Edgewater needed! Not only is it an absolutely beautiful space for any event, it is seamlessly run by Robyn and Michelle. They are the flies on the wall making sure everything runs smoothly. We attended our friend's wedding at the venue and the use of space, the attention to detail, and overall aesthetic makes this space a magical venue in the heart of Edgewater. read more

I've had the pleasure of working with The Lytle House to help build my yoga business. Michelle and Robyn were extremely helpful in allowing me to host yoga classes in their space. They graciously posted flyers for me on their instagram and also through their partners to help me get the word out. I'm hoping to be able to do something more like this on a regular basis. Not only is this space absolutely beautiful, but they even have a space for food trucks to pull into! What a fun and affordable way to entertain your guests. You will not be disappointed by level of customer service they provide and by the beauty of the space. read more

I had my wedding shower at the Lytle House! Everything was perfect. Our guests loved the space and how beautiful everything was. It was easy to coordinate vendors and Michelle and Robyn provided a seamless experience. We loved it so much that we are also having a brunch here the day after our wedding for 50 of our closest friends and family. I cannot wait to celebrate again at The Lytle House! read more

I attended a yoga class here and absolutely fell in love with the space. It's got a beautifully manicured garden tucked away from the street by a decorative wall/fence and feels like a total oasis in the city. The glass garage door wall allows for you to enjoy a really nice indoor/outdoor flow, and despite the rainy weather on the day of the class, allowed us to feel like we were still out enjoying the garden while staying dry. The attention to detail in this space is really lovely, and everything feels crisp and warm and modern. It's an inclusive space and would be perfect for a small wedding or party. read more

I was lucky enough to have my baby shower at The Lytle House. The space itself is gorgeous and modern, with so many unique and artistic touches. Owners Robyn and Michelle are helpful and welcoming. Check out The Lytle House--you won't be disappointed! read more

If you're looking to host a smaller wedding, there's literally no better place than the Lytle House. It looks like a dream - from the beautiful, colorful mural and ivy-covered walls in the courtyard, to the white-washed brick and hand-crafted tables inside, it feels completely intimate, warm, and full of character. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how perfect of a space it was. I've seen a lot of people call it an "oasis," and it really is. On top of all that, working with Robyn and Michelle couldn't have been easier. Robyn was so responsive and went way above and beyond answering all my silly questions, and coordinated/set-up everything on the day of so we never had to worry about a thing. We used Michelle as our photographer, and she was equally as wonderful - hilarious and fun to hang out with for an afternoon, commanded the room when she needed to, got smiles when she needed to, knew exactly where to be to get the right shots without anyone realizing she was even there - and the pictures turned out fantastic. I could go on and on. You'll be sad when you're wedding's over because you don't get to interact with these awesome ladies. Robyn & Michelle - hit us up if you want to hang. ;) read more

I attended an event at The Lytle House and it's a really cool space. It's really modern with unique design. While it was cold for our event, the courtyard would be awesome for an outdoor event as well. The space is really flexible so could see it being great for any type of party, shower, or small wedding. read more