Oak Hill Farm - Apple River, Illinois

Olivia H.

There’s no where else you’d want to get married. If you’re reading this review because you need a sign/ you’re on the fence… pick Oak Hill. My guests were absolutely in love with this venue, as were my husband and I. Becky and Doug were great.

Chadd P.

Went to a cousin's wedding here. Absolutely stunningly beautiful layout for weddings. Plus, live animals as well. (Very little "animal smell" for wedding as well.) Gorgeous sunsets and lovely grounds. Great venue for many types of events.

Dominic B.

Amazing place to visit if you get the chance! Had a very good time when the sunflowers were blooming. Can be rented out for venues check them out. Has public bathrooms,ac,bar,barn,outdoor sites,plenty of parking,lovely scenery.

Makayla S.

If you want the most beautiful wedding, GET MARRIED AT OAK HILL FARM! We can't say enough about our experience. This was the only venue we visited when planning our wedding and I knew from the minute we stepped on the farm that this is where I would get married. Becky and her team are INCREDIBLE and do everything in their power to make your day perfect. The grounds and buildings at Oak Hill are beyond beautiful and our guests continue to rave about their experience at our July 6 wedding. If you choose from their list of preferred vendors you are also building a team that will work together so well to make the day run seamlessly!

anna K.

This venue is absolutely gorgeous. Becky is so organized and helpful. The day of managers and staff are so experienced. Your day will go perfectly. Choose this venue to have your guests in awe of the day and have memories to last a life time!! Trust me, it’s worth it!

Alaina Y.

What an INCREDIBLE experience!!! The the owner welcomed us personally the day-of, the staff were SO organized and kind, and the venue speaks for itself! It was EVERYTHING we dreamt of for our wedding day and more. Plus, the donkeys were a huge hit. 😉 (Also, we accidentally signed our marriage license in the wrong spot… Oops! But the staff caught it and helped us make the correction. What other venue would do that) I cannot recommend Oak Hill Farm enough!!

Photography: Bethany Silcox Photography

Floral: River Valley Designs

Melissa C.

I'm a wedding photographer and I have shot 3 weddings at Oak Hill Farm. Most recently on 5/28/23 which are the photos below.

Firstly, it's just a charming place. Endless photo opportunities due to the sprawling fields and woods and multiple ceremony locations. There are also plenty of rain plan options--move under the thick pines, into the chapel or into the pavilion. The pavilion they recently put in (haven't shot there in a few years, so it's new to me) has great natural light and reflects on faces/people well. You can have a rustic wedding here with or without the typical barn vibes which I love as there are plenty of red barn buildings but also plenty of white/boho elements if you're more on the modern edge of aesthetics.

Secondly, the owners are incredibly kind and the staff they hire from bartenders to coordinators are all professional.

Thirdly, perks. They have animals that you can take photos with and are a fun diversion for guests, particularly young ones. As big as the venue is, unless you're mobility is already compromised, there is no trouble getting around. No steep hills, no hikes, only a few stairs to one ceremony spot. So many big venues are hard to navigate but the paths here are well kept and the walks to different locations are maximum 2 min, if walking slowly. I appreciate that they have an area for both partners to get ready, not just one. They also have props such as a vintage airstream and rug you can rent for photo ops for you and your guests.

Lastly, from a photographer perspective, this place has a great sunset view--no telephone lines, buildings or obstructions for west facing photos which cannot be said of many wedding venues. A huge plus!

To make a crazy long review short, if you want a natural, outdoorsy feeling wedding, Oak Hill Farm is a lovely option. The only downside I can imagine to this place is it is in the middle of "nowhere" BUT they have shuttles to pick up and return guests and isolation is simply price you pay for a venue like this that is so unspoiled and natural. In my opinion, the trade off is worth it. This place is truly a gem and I love working there.

I'll let the images do the rest of the talking! All photos by Melissa Cervantes Photography

Katie T.

Words cannot convey how perfect our wedding day was at Oak Hill Farm. Your venue made us feel as though we were in a fairytale, complete with horse and carriage. From the gorgeous chapel, to the rolling countryside views, to the schoolhouse and country store, to your spectacular new Pavilion, Oak Hill Farm is just simply perfection. Your staff was so friendly and cared so much about every single detail (Morgan was a delight). Although we were married in the absolutely stunning chapel, there are at least four other beautiful outdoor venues on the property. The list of extra décor items is endless (and much of it is complimentary). The barn where the bride gets ready is simply beautiful and perfect for photos. Every time I would contact Becky with a question, she would get back to me immediately. Her organization was impeccable. Our guests have all said that it was the most beautiful wedding venue they have ever seen. Every single aspect of Oak Hill Farm deserves a standing ovation, and we thank you, Becky, from the bottom of our hearts for a day we will never forget. Dreams really do come true at Oak Hill Farm.