Portions of the property were the homes of a Christmas tree farm, a 50-acre horse farm and another farm of approximately 55 acres. In addition there are 110 acres of natural wetland, which are federally protected. The rolling terrain, natural beauty, wooded areas, wetlands, ponds and lakes in Wynstone combined with the ingenuity and incredible golf course designed by Jack Nickalaus make the entire Wynstone community one of the premier golf communities in the United States.

Today there are over 390 families living in Wynstone plus additional homes under construction. When Wynstone is totally built, there will be 440 families living here. The golf course and clubhouse were opened in July 1989 with Jack Nicklaus playing the first round of his championship signature golf course.

The crown jewel of Wynstone Golf Club is the magnificent Clubhouse designed in Classical Revival style by Diedrich and Associates of Atlanta, renowned nationwide for superlative clubhouse design.

The 35,000 square foot, tri-level Clubhouse nestles among 100 year old oaks, situated on an elevated site to reveal spectacular golf course vistas, Its warm, inviting architecture is historically significant, typical of New England manor homes of the late 19th Century.

The design features stone and shingle construction that blends beautifully into nature's environment, establishing the tone for the entire community. Interior design and decoration of the Clubhouse is traditional, elegant, and completely comfortable. Interior spaces include a spacious main parlor, formal dining room with panoramic views, an informal grill and several private dining and sitting rooms.

Also included are separate men and ladies' facilities including locker rooms, showers a sauna and steam bath, card rooms and lounges.

Dining facilities at the Wynstone Clubhouse are unsurpassed, with accommodations for formal and informal dining, on the fly meals and leisurely entertainment. Talented chefs and skilled kitchen and wait staffs ensure high quality meals, varied menus and excellent service.

Throughout the year, theme buffets, gourmet evenings, family nights and holiday celebrations provide fun and enjoyment for all.

Wynstone is a championship 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, par 72, slope of 141, and a rating of 74.2 from the championship tees. This course has been rated by Golf Digest as one of the top 100 courses in the United States. The course opened in July of 1989. The yardage from the championship tees is 7,000; men's tees are 6,601; women's tees are 6,069; and junior tees are 5,260.

The course is routed through both rolling terrain and marshlands. The golf course and wetlands encompass a total of 250 acres of land. Water comes into play on 14 of 18 golf holes and eleven greens are flanked either front or side or back of water. There is a complete golf pro shop and professional staff who organize active golfing programs and provide lessons for all ages. In addition to the championship golf course, the Wynstone Golf Club also has a practice range and putting green.

Wynstone is loved in the Village of North Barrington, Illinois, one of Lake County's most beautiful and prestigious communities. The community provides and exceptionally private enclave with distinctively rural flavor. Yet all of the necessities and amenities of suburban Chicago living are within easy reach for the convenience of busy families.