The Hillcrest Estate

08/30/2026

🎓 **Senior Portraits at The Hillcrest Estate**

As part of our commitment to giving back to the community we call home, The Hillcrest Estate is pleased to offer local high school seniors complimentary access to our grounds for senior portraits during September and October.

We know senior year is an exciting milestone—and that our gardens, historic Mansion, and grounds can provide a beautiful backdrop for capturing it. We would love to share the estate with local students and their families.

**There is no fee to use the property for senior portraits.**

Sessions are available:
• By appointment only
• In 30-minute time slots
• During September + October
• Based solely on Hillcrest Estate availability
• For local high school seniors
• With your own photographer

Because Hillcrest remains an active wedding and event venue, appointment availability will vary and access to specific areas of the property will depend upon events, overnight guests, and property operations.

We hope this small gesture gives local seniors another beautiful way to celebrate everything they've accomplished and this exciting season ahead.

At The Hillcrest Estate we believe in celebrating our community, one milestone at a time.

08/04/2026

✨ Growing Our Team, Strengthening Our Community ✨

At The Hillcrest Estate, we believe that great teams are built by bringing together people with different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. We are proud to foster a workplace where individuals are valued for their talents, supported in their growth and given the opportunity to succeed.

We're excited to recognize Matthew, who joined our team a few months ago and has quickly become an important part of The Hillcrest Estate.

Matthew helps care for and maintain our estate, and his attention to detail, strong work ethic, positive attitude and genuine kindness have made a lasting impression on all of us. He consistently takes pride in his work, is always willing to lend a hand and—quite honestly—has some of the best manners of anyone we've ever had the pleasure of working with.

Matthew, who is autistic, is a wonderful reminder that talent, dedication and character come in many forms. At Hillcrest, we're committed to creating meaningful employment opportunities and empowering individuals of all abilities to contribute, grow and thrive.

As our team continues to grow, we're grateful for incredible people like Matthew who help make Hillcrest such a special place—for our guests and for one another.

Thank you for everything you do, Matt. We're proud to have you as part of the Hillcrest family. 💙

07/27/2026

📣 We're Growing Our Team!

The Hillcrest Estate is excited to announce that we're hiring a Part-Time Venue & Events Coordinator!

As we continue to grow—including the upcoming launch of Terra at Hillcrest—we're looking for someone who is organized, hospitality-minded and passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences.

If you enjoy working with people, thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to grow with a locally owned hospitality business, we'd love to hear from you.

✨ Permanent part-time position
✨ Flexible scheduling around our event calendar
✨ Opportunities for growth and mentorship

Learn more about the position and apply through our Careers page:

👉 https://www.thehillcrestestate.com/careers

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07/23/2026

Today we had the privilege of hosting the Farm Credit East Customer Appreciation Luncheon here at The Hillcrest Estate.

It was a little different than most of our event days. While Hillcrest is known for weddings and celebrations, today our property was filled with the farmers, producers, and agricultural businesses that help keep our communities thriving.

What made today especially meaningful is that we're not just the venue—we're also a Farm Credit East customer. They've been part of our journey as we've grown and invested in The Hillcrest Estate, so it was a full-circle moment to welcome their team and their customers to our property.

Thank you to Farm Credit East for trusting us with your annual appreciation event, and thank you to everyone who joined us today. We loved seeing so many familiar faces and celebrating the people who work so hard to support agriculture in our region.

Here's to great partnerships, strong local businesses, and the community that makes it all possible. 🌾🤍

07/02/2026

One of the values that has always guided The Hillcrest Estate is giving back to the community that has supported our family for generations.

Last week, we had the privilege of presenting the inaugural Wilcox Leadership & Service Scholarship to two outstanding graduating seniors from York Central School, where Hillcrest owner Kate Wilcox is a proud alumna.

This scholarship was created to recognize students who demonstrate resilience, leadership, compassion, and a strong work ethic—especially those who have overcome personal, family, financial, or medical challenges while continuing to serve others. The inspiration for this scholarship comes from our own family's experiences and our belief that character and perseverance deserve to be celebrated.

Congratulations to this year's recipients, Jayden Jackson and Javen Jackson. We are honored to support you as you begin your next chapter and can't wait to see all that you accomplish.

Thank you to York Central School for partnering with us on this meaningful opportunity.

If you'd like to learn more about the scholarship, please visit:
https://www.thehillcrestestate.com/scholarship

05/20/2026

⭐️ There’s a reason couples love The Hillcrest Estate…

From seamless wedding weekends to unforgettable celebrations, we’re proud to create experiences our clients rave about.

Click below to view our virtual tour video and purchase a ticket and come see our venue for yourself at our Sip & See Open House.

✨ Event Info: https://www.thehillcrestestate.com/event-calendar/sip-and-see

🎟 Tickets: https://square.link/u/vRpWtAEV

This is "Virtual Tour - Summer 2025" by kate wilcox on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

05/18/2026

⏰ Two weeks away!

Our Sip & See Open House is almost here.

Purchase your ticket to:

✔ Tour the venue
✔ Explore overnight accommodations
✔ See ceremony spaces
✔ Meet the Hillcrest team

✨ Event Info: https://www.thehillcrestestate.com/event-calendar/sip-and-see

🎟 Tickets: https://square.link/u/vRpWtAEV

05/08/2026

🍸 Sip, snack & stroll…

Your Sip & See ticket includes:

✨ A welcome refreshment
✨ Light hand-passed hors d’oeuvres
✨ Access to self-tour the full estate

Wedding planning should be fun 😉

✨ Event Info: https://www.thehillcrestestate.com/event-calendar/sip-and-see

🎟 Tickets: https://square.link/u/vRpWtAEV

Photography: North Glow Photography
Catering: The Yard of Ale

05/07/2026

✨ POV: You just found your wedding venue ✨

Purchase a ticket to our Sip & See event on May 31 from 1-4pm and come experience why so many couples fall in love with The Hillcrest Estate.

From our woodland & garden ceremony sites to our elegant tent, charming ballroom and overnight accommodations, this is your chance to experience it all in person.

✨ Event Info: https://www.thehillcrestestate.com/event-calendar/sip-and-see

🎟 Tickets: https://square.link/u/vRpWtAEV

05/05/2026

💕 Say “I Do”… Simply 💕

Want a beautiful elopement or vow renewal without the stress of planning it yourself?

Our 2026 Elopement Wedding Package in collaboration with Simple Celebrations is perfect for couples who want an intimate, elegant, and unforgettable celebration—without all the work.

Whether it’s:
✨ A private elopement
✨ A romantic vow renewal
✨ Or a small celebration with your closest family and friends

Simple Celebrations and our vendor team will take care of the details so you can focus on what matters most: each other.

Limited slots available for November 7, 2026—reserve yours now! 💍

https://www.simplecelebrations.online/2026-elopement-weddings