The Village oF Vernon Hills has announced that it is in the process of acquiring the historic Cuneo Mansion & Gardens property from Loyola University Chicago.
Loyola University has made the decision to discontinue operations of the Cuneo Mansion & Gardens campus and to pursue the transfer of the property. The Village of Vernon Hills has agreed to acquire the property under its rights in a 2015 Preservation Agreement between the parties.
The property transfer is expected to be finalized within the next 60 days, with the official acquisition anticipated to occur in January 2026.
"At this time, the Village does not have any plans for the use of the property," said Village President Thom Koch, Jr. "Further evaluation will take place following the formal transfer to determine the best path forward in a manner that reflects both the community's interests and the property's legacy."
Link: September 10, 2025 Media Release