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Hill Prairie Winery is an elegant wedding venue located in Oakford, Illinois. This romantic vineyard offers couples gorgeous backdrops of ponds, windmills, and rolling hills for their wedding. Hill Prairie Winery can be found in central Illinois, just east of the Illinois River.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples can choose to have their wedding ceremony and reception in two popular locations at Hill Prairie Winery. You can host your wedding inside the 100 year old barn that offers warm ambiance and can accommodate up to 170 guests. For an outdoor ceremony, couples are able to enjoy the views of the pond as they say their vows with room for up to 350 guests. No matter the weather, Hill Prairie Winery can accommodate your event in both their indoor and outdoor facilities.

Services Offered
At Hill Prairie Winery, couples can host their bridal shower and rehearsal dinner, in addition to their wedding ceremony and reception. They offer on-site catering through their preferred vendors, and the venue can supply beer and wine. The services they offer couples include:

  • Barware
  • Parking
  • Liability insurance


Other Services
They host festivals throughout the year and provide weekly entertainment on the premises.

History
The Lounsberry Family, owners of Hill Prairie Winery, established roots on the property over five generations ago. In 1887, the original settlers from the family utilized the land as a farmstead and for drafting horses. Up until the 1980s, the historic barn was used for housing horses. Once it was renovated, the family began to offer couples the opportunity to host their wedding in the well-kept structure.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,200

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

Describe your venue:

Farm/Ranch
Loft
Winery

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Liability Insurance

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

Reviews of Hill Prairie Winery

Bobbi
Bobbi Sent on 01/21/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazingly Beautiful Setting for any Wedding

The venue is stunning! They are so professional and easy to work with. This beautiful gem is tucked away in a small town giving it that cozy feeling, but doesn’t lack in any area. Just amazing!
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Melissa Sent on 10/21/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Hill prairie winery was perfect! They were always checking in on me. They were flexible when it was pouring rain.
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Blair Sent on 12/11/2015
5 out of 5 rating
The Hill Prairie Winery is a beautiful venue nestled in the country. The wedding ceremony was along the hillside by two ponds, and the reception was set up under a very large pavilion. It's a very scenic location and our wedding pictures and videos came out great, which included my husband and I holding hands in the countryside and walking along the vineyards. Also, the staff was accommodating and very helpful and friendly making my wedding day one I will always remember.
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Awards

11
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Matt DeBackere Photography Matt DeBackere Photography Wedding Photographers

Love every time I get to come here, whether I'm photographing a wedding or just enjoying myself with a glass of wine. The landscape is beautiful, the staff is helpful and friendly and the wine tastes fabulous.

Wedding Ceremonies By Scott F. Raper Wedding Ceremonies By Scott F. Raper Wedding Officiants

Hill Prairie Winery holds a special place in my heart, as this is where my wife and I were married on January 3, 2015. The gorgeous grounds of the vineyards coupled with the charm and character of the old barn makes for a perfect wedding ceremony and reception venue. Whether you are looking for a spring, summer, fall, or winter ceremony Hill Prairie Winery has the ability to host indoor and outdoor ceremonies and receptions. This is a family business and you will be able to tell because of the high level of quality service you will receive. Hill Prairie Winery is one of my favorite venues in the Springfield area to perform wedding ceremonies at.

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Hill Prairie Winery frequently asked questions

Hill Prairie Winery includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Hill Prairie Winery includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by Hill Prairie Winery for wedding events is known for:
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Loft
  • Winery
Hill Prairie Winery offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Hill Prairie Winery offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Hill Prairie Winery offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Liability Insurance
Hill Prairie Winery is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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