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The Hillcrest Estate

The Hillcrest Estate

Pavilion, NY
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    Ariana Sent on 07/10/2026
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    Wedding at The Hillcrest Estate

    We had our wedding at The Hillcrest Estate last month and it was such a beautiful day! Kate was so helpful throughout the planning process and very accommodating to my husband and I’s requests. We had a micro wedding and the venue was a perfect size for us. Every single one of our guests commented on how beautiful the estate is and had an amazing time. Thank you so much Kate and The Hillcrest Estate for making our day so special!
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    Courtney Sent on 07/08/2026
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    The Hillcrest is Incredible

    Our experience at Hillcrest Estate was exceptional from beginning to end. The property is absolutely beautiful, with thoughtful attention to every detail. Our daughter and son-in-law chose the woodland setting for the ceremony, and it couldn't have been more perfect. It created a peaceful, natural backdrop; many of our guests commented on it throughout the day.

    The bridal party and parents stayed in the mansion and guest house, and the accommodations exceeded our expectations. The rooms were elegant, comfortable, and well-appointed, with a refrigerator in every room and everything we needed to keep snacks and drinks on hand while getting ready. It truly felt like a luxurious home away from home.

    We hosted the rehearsal dinner and cocktail hour in the ballroom, and it was stunning. Every element of the space felt intentional and beautifully designed. It was the perfect setting for an intimate dinner while still providing plenty of room for guests to mingle comfortably.

    The food deserves special recognition. Both the rehearsal dinner and the wedding reception meals were outstanding. We've received countless compliments from our guests about how delicious the food was, as well as how generous the portions were.

    The reception was held under the outdoor tent, which created an elegant atmosphere while allowing everyone to enjoy the beauty of the property. One of the things our guests appreciated most was having the ceremony and reception in one location. The estate offers so many inviting places to gather, relax, and enjoy the natural surroundings, making the entire experience feel seamless and welcoming.

    The staff at Hillcrest Estate was truly exceptional. They were proactive, organized, responsive, kind, and professional throughout the planning process and on the wedding day itself. We had an uncertain weather forecast, and their communication and preparedness gave us complete confidence that every contingency had been considered. Thankfully, the weather cooperated, but it was reassuring to know we were in such capable hands.

    If you're looking for a venue that combines the beauty of nature with timeless elegance, exceptional service, and outstanding food, I cannot recommend Hillcrest Estate highly enough. It was the perfect place to celebrate our daughter's wedding, and we're so grateful for the unforgettable experience they created for us.
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    Tarra Sent on 06/22/2026
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    The Perfect Venue!

    The Hillcrest Estate was the perfect venue for our wedding. Kate made everything extremely easy with the micro-wedding package and she was so helpful throughout our entire experience. We really loved being able to accommodate our closest family and friends for the weekend. We are still getting praise on how beautiful the venue is! I am so glad we listened to the local vendor recommendations, they were all amazing. Kate and her team did an excellent job and we cannot recommend them enough!
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    Liz H. Sent on 08/05/2024
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    Beautiful place for an event

    My daughter got married here and it was beautiful and the overnight accommodations are wonderful and convenient!
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    Marlena Sent on 12/16/2022
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    Best Venue ever

    I cannot rave about Kate and The Hillcrest Estate enough. The property is stunning. The accommodations on property are amazing and Kate does a phenomenal job managing it all. This is an absolute dream venue.
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    Jessica Sent on 11/09/2022
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    Wonderful and Beautiful

    We looked at several venues and kept coming back to Hillcrest. Kate was great to work with and helped keep me on track with timelines. She was there on our wedding day to help things run smooth and take care of any issues. Our money went a lot further at Hillcrest when compared to other venues. It was a beautiful setting and our guests loved it!
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    Brienne Sent on 10/24/2021
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    Amazing!!!! 20/10 stars!!!!!

    This place is absolutely wonderful! On top of an amazing, beautiful, well taken care of venue, Kate was absolutely amazing from start to finish! I can't sing their praises enough! 20/10 stars in my opinion!!!
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    Katy Sent on 07/28/2021
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    Beautiful and flexible

    The whole venue is beautiful. We got ready in the brand new bridal suite and we’re blown away by the beauty of everything there! Kate was very quick to respond and helped us set up the day before the wedding. We loved it and our guests loved it too!
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    Absolutely awesome

    This venue is amazing! Kate is awesome to work with - she is super quick to get back to you with detailed answers, and offered many suggestions for our event. The property is so versatile and beautiful!
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    Intimate and Romantic Weddings at Hillcrest Estate

    If you're looking for an intimate and elegant country wedding, Hillcrest Estate is the venue for you. The grounds are private and expansive, and the cobblestone mansion is romantic and full of vintage charm. The newly remodeled bridal suite offers a comfortable space for your party to relax and prepare, and an ideal spot for photographs. Kate and her staff are organized, detail-oriented, and thoughtful. We could not have asked for better partners in planning our wedding and making our day truly special. We highly recommend the Hillcrest Estate.
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    Great backdrops for photos and really cool historic building

    This location is great. Tons of backdrops for great photos. It is really cool being at such a historic place.
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    Julianne Sent on 02/01/2019
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    Wonderful experience!

    I've attended numerous events here and all have been fantastic! You drive down a long driveway and then walk up to a grand mansion located in the woods, it's hidden and secluded! It has a fantastic history and I'm so happy the owner is very passionate about the property and very accommodating. I cannot wait to come back!
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    Zach Sent on 02/01/2019
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    Top Notch, Great Customer Service!

    Beautiful venue, one of a kind
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    Matthew Sent on 01/31/2019
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    Fun wedding and wonderful staff

    The wedding I attended here was very fun and relaxed. The staff were great and the place reminded me of the roarin’20s but with modern ammentities and a beautiful secluded lawn!
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    Perfect venue for and outdoor wedding

    My husband and I had the privilege of having our wedding and reception at The Hillcrest Estate back in 2012. The space was perfect for an outdoor ceremony. I would recommend them to anyone! They were very accommodating with all of our planning and went above and beyond to make sure the everything was in perfect.
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    A Dream Location at an Affordable Price

    We had our rehearsal and wedding at Hillcrest and would definitely recommend them for your event! This historic estate is a beautiful place with a family feel. Kate, Lynn, and family put a lot of work into making the grounds and ballroom look beautiful. They were there the whole weekend, helping us during set up and the event itself. I don’t think we could have found another venue that would have suited our needs and vision for our wedding better.
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    Eric Sent on 10/03/2018
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    I found this venue while looking for an outdoor ceremony site near my reception site. I live in VA so after finding Hillcrest I sent my brother and his fiance out to take a look. They said that I would love it so I booked The Hillcrest Estate for my rehearsal dinner and ceremony site unseen and it was probably the best thing I ever did! The venue coordinator was wonderful and worked with me every step of the way. She made our rehearsal and dinner run smoothly and my ceremony was out of a story book. I would highly recommend this venue!
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    Nice place out in the country. Nestled back in off the road. Take a step back in history, in this little gem of a place. Host any gathering here.
    Great owners, will do what they can to make your party special. Give them a call.
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    The team at The Hillcrest Estate is amazing. So professional and accommodating while being laid back and helpful. I couldn’t ask for a better experience with my venue. You can see and feel the love that has goes into this place. I was looking for something unique and I found it. ❤️
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    I cannot recommend Hillcrest highly enough! Not only is it a beautiful estate, rich in history and elegance, but Kate and her family go above and beyond to ensure that everything is handled perfectly. They took care of absolutely everything we needed for my daughter's wedding, and it could not have turned out better. They tend to the smallest details ( driving to pick up a high chair for my grandson ), and made the day one that every parent dreams of for their daughter.
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    An Estate to Remember: I attended a wedding at Hillcrest in the summer of 2017 and was in love with the venue. The cobblestone on the estate combined with the country setting made for a beautiful and romantic backdrop. The service on the lawn was intimate and picturesque. The cocktail hour in the ball room was a great location to spend time and mingle with other guests as the bridal party took photos. The staff was helpful and friendly. I will definitely consider this location for a wedding venue.
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    I have know the Wilcox Family for many years and am familiar with the location and its history. When I found the man of my dreams, there was no other place that I wanted to be married.
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    My sisters wedding was perfect! It's a beautiful venue and they are so easy to work with! There are so many possibilities with this venue.
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    I had my bridal shower here last fall and it was such a great venue! The location and building are so beautiful, love the rustic look. The hostess was amazing and so helpful!
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    Megan Sent on 04/05/2018
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    Unique venue with lots of options.
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    I'm a Dj for 16 years now the experience I had at hillcrest was simply the best wedding I've ever done .the history of the place is undeniable the staff top notch beautiful location .i had many people tell me their best wedding experience ever !! For a great wedding location see Kate at hillcrest .!!
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    Hillcrest Estate

    We wanted a beautiful fall wedding and went with Hillcrest, and we had the best day of our lives. Our wedding was gorgeous with the fall leaves and how beautiful the venue was. Kate and the staff were also wonderful to work with. We HIGHLY recommend them!
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    Event went off as planned

    Planning ahead payed off resulting in an event which ran without a hitch.
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