Education and family are important to the community of West Dundee and the many programs available from the park district illustrate just that. Also be sure to check out the petting zoo at Randall Oaks, programs at the Elgin and Dundee libraries, indoor pools and so much more! Hiking in Raceway Woods and Binnie Forest Preserve are less than 5 minutes away. Randall Oaks and Binnie Dundee public golf courses are also within a 5-7 minute drive. The area offers so much, you'll never be short on things to do.
The recently opened Sears Centre is only 15 minutes away, Elgin is less than 10 minutes and there are 5 movie theaters within a 10 mile radius providing lots of great entertainment without having to go too far. There are even lots of great restaurants near by including many popular chains and locally owned favorites. Local sports teams like class A baseball team Kane County Cougars provide great fun for the entire family.
World class shopping is another reason so many people are making West Dundee their home. Minutes from Algonquin Commons, Spring Hill Mall and many others. If you can't find it here, Schaumburg is just 20-30 minutes away.
Getting into Chicago is easy too by taking the train from Elgin, a short 10 minute drive away.You can learn more about West Dundee and Kane County on Wikipedia.