Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Perfect Maine Wedding Venue
Spring Hill has been a family-owned and operated business for over 50 years, rooted in the scenic landscapes of South Berwick, Maine. Our venue combines rustic charm with modern amenities across 60 private acres featuring rolling meadows, waterfront access, and panoramic views of the Maine countryside. With decades of experience hosting weddings and events, we specialize in creating personalized experiences tailored to each client's vision. Our services include customizable menus, seasonal decor, and flexible event spaces designed to accommodate both intimate gatherings and large celebrations. We pride ourselves on exceptional service, attention to detail, and a commitment to making every event unforgettable. Located just minutes from the Maine seacoast and southern New Hampshire, our venue offers a tranquil escape while remaining accessible to regional guests.From horse-drawn carriages to helicopter arrivals, we embrace unique touches that reflect our clients' personalities. Our history as a community hub since the 1960s underscores our dedication to fostering connections through memorable events. With a fully equipped ballroom, multiple function rooms, and outdoor ceremony options, we provide versatile spaces for weddings, corporate events, and community gatherings. Our team works closely with clients to ensure every detailfrom catering to dcorexceeds expectations, creating lasting memories in a setting that celebrates both tradition and innovation.
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Private Events
Catering Services
Venue Rental
Community Events
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of wedding and event hosting expertise in Maine
- Our venue provides fully customizable spaces for ceremonies and receptions
- Scenic 60-acre property with waterfront access and panoramic countryside views
- All-inclusive packages with flexible catering and dcor options
- Family-owned business committed to community support and personalized service
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Host outdoor wedding ceremonies on our scenic 60-acre property with waterfront views. Includes white chairs, rustic trellis, seasonal decorations, and setup/breakdown services. Accommodates up to 200 guests with options for unique touches like horse-drawn carriages or helicopter arrivals.
Private Events
Host corporate events, proms, reunions, and picnics in our versatile spaces. Choose from three function rooms accommodating 50-200 guests or utilize our outdoor spaces. Includes catering services, customizable menus, and full venue setup with seasonal decorations and certified bartenders.
Catering Services
Custom-tailored catering options from casual picnics to formal banquets. Work with our chef to create personalized menus or select from suggested buffet options. Includes family recipes integration and themed reception catering with full service from setup to cleanup.
Venue Rental
Rent our rustic-modern facility featuring ballroom, sunroom, and Knight's Pond Room. Includes access to walkout decks, panoramic views, and all necessary linens, china, and silverware. Pricing starts at $400 with capacity options for 40-200 guests.
Community Events
Support local causes through our community event hosting program. We provide affordable venue access for charity auctions, fundraisers, and nonprofit events. Includes our full facility resources and 50+ years of experience supporting regional organizations.
People
John Scharf
Founder
Purchased Spring Hill in the 1970s and modernized the facility, transforming it into a premier Maine event destination while preserving its natural beauty and community focus.
Rosalie Scharf
Co-Owner
Partnered with John Scharf to establish Spring Hill as a family business, contributing to its growth into a regional wedding and event destination through personalized service and hospitality expertise.
Eric Scharf
Manager
Continued the family tradition in the 1990s, overseeing facility upgrades and maintaining Spring Hill's reputation for exceptional service while expanding its capabilities for modern events.
Questions
What wedding packages do you offer?
We offer customizable wedding packages including venue rental, catering, and basic decorations. Pricing starts at $400 for smaller spaces with full-service options available for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners.
Can we host both ceremony and reception at your venue?
Yes, we offer complete wedding services with outdoor ceremony spaces featuring rustic trellises and waterfront views, plus indoor reception areas accommodating up to 200 guests.
What is included in your event pricing?
All rentals include setup/cleanup, table settings with china/silverware, seasonal decorations, certified bartenders, and access to our scenic walkout decks and outdoor spaces.
Do you allow unique event decorations?
We encourage personalization - clients have used horse-drawn carriages, helicopters, custom themes, and family recipes. Our team works with you to incorporate special touches that reflect your vision.
What is your event history?
Originally a 1960s public recreation area, we've hosted weddings and events since the 1970s. The current facility, rebuilt in the 2000s, combines modern amenities with our 50+ years of hospitality experience.
Reviews (5)
Dana StJean
Oct 06, 2021
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The staff at Spring Hill were wonderful at my son and daughter-in-laws wedding. They were all very friendly, helpful and attentive. The hall was clean and we'll kept and the food was excellent. I would highly recommend Spring Hill for any special occasions.
Jamison Graff
Dec 20, 2019
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I am scoring it as a restaurant, not an event site. The food was good, with a selection that appeals to a broad range of guests (I arrived with a large party), and very reasonably priced. The grounds and views are excellent, and it's easy to see why it's a preferred wedding locale. However, the kitchen and (limited) waitstaff seemed to be easily overwhelmed. (Revised rating upward after talking with more fellow diners, who all loved their food. Beware if impatient!)
Hannah Campbell
Nov 04, 2019
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Took my parents out for the wedding anniversary. We made reservations over a week before. Service took a while just getting our waters refilled. The food defiantly not worth the price. My baked shrimp was barley even baked it tasted like it went from the ocean to the plate with no seasoning at all. It was extremely disappointing to say the least.
Haley Magnell
Oct 26, 2019
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If you are looking for a gorgeous and affordable wedding venue look no further. We had our wedding at Spring Hill and it was beyond perfect. First I want to say how amazing Mindy the wedding coordinator is. She really knows her stuff, was always super responsive to questions, and really went above and beyond to make sure our day was exactly what… we wanted. Not only was she extremely helpful leading up to our day, she was there for the entire day of our wedding to ensure everything went smoothly, that the banquet hall was perfect and that everything was ready for us to arrive and have a
Peter Olesen Lund
Aug 11, 2019
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40 anniversary dinner and dance. Quality food. Comfortable space. Great option when you are planning a function!
