Distance from Chicago: 38 miles
Time to Loop by Car: 42 minutes
Time to Loop by Train: 1 hour 5 minutes
Country-suburban living awaits residents of Barrington and Barrington Hills. Barrington boasts the largest residential historic district in the state, with charmingly restored homes serving as residences and shops in the central part of town. The Catlow Theater's 1920s marquee and Alfonso Iannelli interiors are a draw on Main Street as well. Outdoor recreation options include enjoying local parks like the 45-acre Citizens park and forest preserves. True to its rural roots, horse riding trails are accessible, too. Barrington Hills' homes have large lots, including some with more than 10 acres. Crabtree Nature Center in Barrington Hills includes walks through woodlands, wetlands, and prairies. New construction or Victorian, Gothic, and Queen Anne homes await. Both towns have top-ranked schools from elementary through high school. Barrington has its own Metra station and serves as the hub for six surrounding communities.