A Catskills Wedding Venue, Orchard & Cidery
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Catskills & The Hudson Valley
Service area
Holds ceremonies and receptions
AWARD WINNER (1X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
With the Catskill Mountain foothills, winding Delaware River, and over 10 acres of organic orchards as your backdrop, Seminary Hill in Callicoon, New York, offers an enchanting all-season setting for your dream wedding. Whether you envision an intimate ceremony or a grand reception, find out how our indoor, outdoor and tented venue options can bring your vision to life.
Recommended by AFAR, Brides, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, and Vogue, our organic orchard and working cidery evoke "James Fenimore Cooper's America, with a dash of Tuscany." (Condé Nast Traveller)
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Brewery & Distillery
Estate
Mountain
Restaurant
Tented
Vineyard & Winery
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Destination Weddings
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Tara Kaplan-Pratti
Weddings & Events Manager
Tara believes that every couple deserves a stress-free planning process and a wedding day that exceeds their expectations. She is committed to understanding her clients’ dreams and bringing them to life with precision and grace. From the initial consultation to the final send-off, Tara is there every step of the way, managing logistics, coordinating with vendors, and troubleshooting any issues that arise, with a calm and composed demeanor.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.025 reviews
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Seminary Hill is a highly recommended wedding venue praised for its stunning views, delicious food, and exceptional service by reviewers. The staff, including coordinators Stacey, Tara, Ronni, and John, are commended for their attentiveness and professionalism throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests appreciated the cozy lodging, local food, and seamless execution of events at Seminary Hill, making it a memorable and magical experience that exceeded expectations. Whether it's the breathtaking landscape, accommodating staff, or delicious family-style meals, this venue provides a dream wedding setting that leaves couples and guests alike in awe.Review photos
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Spencer S
5.0
1/22/2026
We are so incredibly glad we chose this venue.
It was the first one we toured and we knew it was the one for us. Between the incredible views, delicious food, and beautiful Mountai...
n House, we were on cloud 9 all weekend. Huge shout out to our fantastic coordinator Stacey. She was a dream, effectively keeping everything in line while also being a funny and fun person to be around. We felt completely taken care of with her and are so grateful! Go for brunch when you tour, you wont regret it!
Jacqueline S
5.0
10/24/2025
Wow — Seminary Hill was the absolute dream wedding venue. From start to finish, they went above and beyond to make our day feel personal, seamless, and truly unforgettable. The set...
ting itself is gorgeous, but what made it exceptional was the people. Tara, Ronni, and John (along with the entire team) were so attentive, kind, and detail-oriented. They made the planning process so smooth and handled every element with care and professionalism. On the day of, everything ran perfectly, and we felt so supported the entire time. The food was phenomenal — we’re still hearing from guests about how delicious everything was (especially the mashed potatoes — apparently the best anyone’s ever had!). Our guests loved staying at the boarding house and were so well taken care of! Seminary Hill exceeded all our expectations and gave us the most perfect day imaginable.
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Lin C
5.0
6/29/2025
I had my wedding here in May 2025. I couldn't have picked a better place. Not only the dining room and the view itself is amazing and needs little decorations, the entire team at S...
eminary Hill is extremely trustworthy and dependable. Every detail is executed flawlessly and they tried to accommodate all my wishes, including changing ceremony location as the weather changes every hour. The food is unique and tastes amazing, far exceeding any typical wedding food standards. We also got a lot of compliments on how nice it is to stay in one central accommodations so our guests who haven't seen each other for a while can hang out outside of the wedding time. I would highly recommend having your wedding here.
Craig A
5.0
6/10/2025
We had a terrific wedding at Seminary Hill. The property itself is incredible, the views the tasting room and the grounds are just terrific.
The food is delicious, MUCH better th...
an typical catering food, their recommended vendors were great partners to us too.
The staff care deeply about making the experience the best it could be.
Elizabeth E
5.0
12/06/2024
Book this venue. Period.
From the moment we arrived for our October Wedding Weekend, we were greeted by Tara, Stacey, Roni, and a Seminary Hill Team who treated us as family. We...
are so grateful to the staff at Seminary Hill, who made our wedding feel like coming home, and went above & beyond in every capacity from start to finish.
Seminary Hill offers a one stop shop wedding experience with a singular combination of cozy lodging for family and friends, a staff that truly cares and will meet your every need, food that left guests writing the Chef to get the recipe, a fall flower landscape second to none, on site lodging with mountainside views only Bob Ross could paint, a bonfire to end all bonfires, and a price point that is so reasonable, you will pinch yourself wondering how it is all possible.
This place and these people will take your breath away. Hats off to Seminary Hill. We'll see you once a year for our anniversary. Until next time. Take a bow.
Casey Y
5.0
9/04/2024
We got married at Seminary Hill over Labor Day weekend and 10000% would recommend them to any couple looking to have an unforgettable experience. I cannot praise them highly enough...
, from the food to the service to the views! The entire team went above and beyond at every step to make our guests feel comfortable, and the professionalism was only outmatched by a magical sunset. I loved that we had the whole property for the day of our wedding so we had time for our vendors to set up, our guests got a private tour of the cidery, and to move our party from the orchard to the tasting room to the tent to the bonfire to the tasting room again! The pricing is clear and transparent and this team knows what they are doing. My only complaint is that its over, but luckily we plan to return for our anniversary many times :) Do not hesitate to book this venue! Photos by Jaci Berkopec (who you should also book).
Mariana G
5.0
5/30/2024
Seminary Hill was the first venue we toured, and we immediately fell in love. Photos do not do this place justice-- stepping foot atop the hill and looking down at the Delaware Riv...
er and the mountains beyond is like stepping into a fairytale. The venue fee comes with two houses, which perfectly hosted my wife and I's immediate families for the weekend and where we were able to host an "I Do BBQ" the night before. And just when you think a place like this must come with a catch, you will be proven wrong by the immense kindness and hospitality of each staff member. Ask anyone who has ever worked here, eaten here, or attended a wedding here, and they will gush about their experience. Don't even bother looking for an outside caterer-- the food here is incredible and the chef is willing to accommodate the menu for any dietary preferences. My wife is vegan, so we opted for a veggie-forward menu that was so good on its own that many guests did not even need to have the chicken. We encourage you to visit and fall in love for yourselves, and don't forget to take home a bottle of cider!
Jillian M
5.0
12/30/2023
Absolutely amazing venue! My husband and I got married at Seminary in September 2023 and it was absolutely perfect! We knew we loved this venue from the moment we pulled into the p...
arking lot and saw the view! We wanted our wedding to stand out from the rest that we have been to and safe to say it truly did! We were so lucky to have beautiful weather so we were able to take advantage of being outside. Our guests were left completely in awe at how beautiful the views were. We loved that the food is all locally sourced, everything is so fresh and delicious. The food was served family style which was a pleasant surprise for our guests to try a bit of everything. The staff was so accommodating and kept everything running smoothly. Our stay at the Mountain House & Cottage was perfect. It was the perfect set up for the bridal party to all get ready together and take photos. The house was so beautiful and the view gave us some great photos for our first look. Our guests who stayed at the Boarding House were also very happy with their stay, they loved the cozy decor and location! Our wedding weekend was a dream come true thanks to Seminary Hill!
Marissa F
5.0
8/30/2023
We LOVED our wedding at Seminary Hill. It's obviously gorgeous, but it was everything else that made our experience so special. The food was delicious (and very well-priced compare...
d to other vendors). The whole support staff was incredible, going so out of their way to do set up and make our weekend as easy as possible. Staying at the Mountain House and holding our rehearsal dinner here was a breeze with all the support from Seminary Hill. Highly recommend!
Mike R
5.0
7/19/2023
Seminary Hill was an absolutely perfect wedding venue, from the orchard to the tent to the tasting room- our guests were dazzled with the natural beauty, food and drink. The moment...
we set foot on the property we knew it was meant to be, and we cannot recommend it enough for those who want the organic decor to feature the breathtaking rolling hills, Delaware River and seminary of Callicoon NY!
Janivean P
5.0
5/31/2023
The day we toured Seminary Hill, I remember both of us audibly saying "WOW" as soon as we drove into the parking lot. We came during the sunset and we started to envision our weddi...
ng photos right then and there. We chose the package that included the Mountain House and the Cottage for the entire weekend and I cannot recommend that enough; especially if you are travelling. It makes the wedding a lot less stressful; also the view from the two houses are even more spectacular. If you want a variety of scenery for your wedding photos, Seminary Hill is the place! We absolutely loved Seminary Hill staff and how accommodating they were! They also have a great selection of ciders, wines and beers. We will cherish our memories at Seminary Hill!
Michelle D
5.0
9/28/2022
Location location location!!!! Food food food. The highlights of this wonderful venue are its impeccably arranged setting and modern farm to table locally delicious-served hot dish...
es. The 200 plus guests could not say enough about the food and efficient, friendly staff. In these lackluster service times this place is tops for all. Wedding planner Kaycee and Bill are the management team to count on. Thank you all for the best wedding EVER!!!
Andrea K
5.0
8/03/2022
Our wedding at Seminary Hill was perfect. The view is so big and beautiful. We are incredibly grateful that the weather held out so we could have our ceremony outside. Even if we d...
id have to have it inside, we'd still have the view, with the wall of windows in the tasting room. The staff was friendly, the service was wonderful, and our guests raved about the food. (The best fried chicken we've ever had.) It was such a fun time, in a beautiful setting, (the photos are stunning), and we truly wouldn't change a thing.
Patricia d
5.0
7/25/2022
We made the last-minute decision to host our wedding welcome drinks at Seminary Hill and we’re so glad that we hosted the event there.
Event manager Kayce is very friendly and wo...
rked closely with us to come up with an event that worked well for both parties within a matter of weeks. Although we did not rent out the entire venue, Kayce was able to shut off a part of the indoor and outdoor venue for our party. We loved that our guests could roam inside and outside, and highly appreciated the little details like fresh flowers on each table. We offered an open bar and a simple buffet with pulled pork and a few sides–and it was a big hit. Every single person raved about the gorgeous setting, the delicious food (the corn bread was a huge hit among our international visitors), and the large variety of local ciders, beers, and wines. We could not have imagined a better start to our wedding weekend!
Last but not least, not only Kayce but all staff at Seminary Hill are exceptionally friendly and helpful. We highly recommend considering the cidery for your events and we look forward to stopping by whenever we’re in the area.
Julia H
5.0
7/21/2022
There is absolutely no beating the views at Seminary Hill, it's just stunning. And the Facilities Director and his crew were a dream to work with — so kind, so careful, so on top o...
f everything. Our guests can't stop talking about the tent and the views!
Manoela E
5.0
5/07/2022
We loved having our wedding at seminary hill. The venue is gorgeous both in the summer and winter. The staff was very accommodating with all our requests and made the process very ...
simple and headache free. The food was definitely a highlight, all the guests were impressed with the superb quality of "wedding food" served for a large number of people.
I'd say that hiring a wedding coordinator for the day of was definitely something we missed, we didn't have anyone to reach out to during the party and that was definitely a downside.
Other than that the entire experience was amazing, it was memorable to have all the guests staying together at the property's accommodations & make use of the beautiful living room and kitchen areas. The entire facility is beautiful, comfortable and designed with great taste. Highly recommend.
Stephanie T
5.0
4/25/2022
Seminary Hill is the perfect location for any size wedding, any time of the year. Between the breathtaking views, accommodations for guests, beautiful venue, and amazing food and d...
rink - what more is there to ask for?!
Megan T
5.0
11/23/2019
We had a Fall wedding at Seminary Hill and I couldn't recommend this venue more! The view is STUNNING. The house is perfect. The guest house is an absolute bonus (we invited close ...
friends to stay next door). And the folks at Seminary Hill are a pleasure to work with, especially the property manager Bill. He was beyond helpful and extremely friendly. He helped us wrangle vendors before the wedding, he helped with setup and when any issues arose the day before, and he was just all-around a pleasure to work with. He made our experience so enjoyable and he was also instrumental to ensuring the weekend ran smoothly.
We really couldn't recommend this venue more.
Greg D
5.0
11/08/2019
We couldn't have asked for a better place for our wedding. And it wouldn't have been as much of a success without the help of Bill, the property manager at Seminary Hill. Thank you...
Bill for all of your help!
If you're looking for a beautiful outdoor spot with plentiful space to have a wedding this is it. It was great having our friends stay in the house with us as well, the house and cottage are perfect.
We hope to revisit the property again soon, it's such a magical place!
Danielle C
5.0
10/25/2019
From the moment we stepped onto the property and saw the gorgeous views we knew there was something special about Seminary Hill. This feeling only grew across our planning process,...
and ended with an amazing day for our wedding. Having the property for the weekend allowed us time to gather with our family and bridal party, which was great given we were all coming from out of state. There was so much flexibility to the site to be whatever we wanted it to, and we were able to add our own touches to all aspects of the day. We absolutely cannot say enough about how helpful Bill (the property manager), Colleen and Shannon (Venue planners) were throughout the entire planning process. They returned communications quickly and were able to help us problem solve any questions we might have. They also gave amazing recommendations, and helped us with coordinating deliveries and drop offs. All of those involved with Seminary Hill were incredibly kind, and made themselves available all weekend for whatever we might need, including things we hadn’t even considered. We were married in the fall, and the views were absolutely breathtaking as a backdrop. Our guests also loved s’mores by the firepit, and we’ve gotten so many compliments about everyone’s lovely weekend away. We can’t thank Seminary Hill enough for making our day so special, and we hope to visit again someday soon!
Jayne P
5.0
8/18/2019
Having our wedding at Seminary Hill was the best decision we made! Everything about the process was so wonderful. Bill is the most kind and helpful person I have ever met. We were ...
able to create our dream wedding. Having the venue for the weekend was so special. Our whole family was able to spend the entire weekend together. Our wedding party was able to sleep on site. The grounds are breathtaking and offer stunning views of the Delaware River and Catskills. We didn't even need too many decorations - the site is so beautiful! We loved being able to take charge and have flexibility with choice of venders. The property is huge and offers numerous options for ceremony and reception locations. Callicoon is the most charming town. Our guests loved going to the local coffee shop and walking around Main Street. Thank you so much! We will be back! :)
Pat D
5.0
6/10/2019
Bill, you are just the best! My daughter married her soulmate this weekend at this majestic location on Saturday. Words cannot describe how perfect the weekend was. Sitting on ...
the back deck looking out at the sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and Delaware River will make you want to never leave. The sunrise and sunset will not disappoint even the toughest of critics. Bill, the property manager is exceptional. He was there working his magic behind the scenes from the minute we arrived to when we reluctantly drove away.
Krystyn S
5.0
7/23/2018
This place exceeded our expectations, BY FAR!!! It is hard not to fall in love, all over again, at this mountaintop super-spot! All of our guests were blown away by the view of th...
e sunset and surrounding mountains. This place is perfectly tucked away from the quaint little town of Callicoon, NY where you will find amazing pizza, restaurants, food markets, adorable local shops, and the Delaware River dividing the PA and NY boarder.
This wedding venue is currently a DIY spot, which gives you flexibility to get creative and make it all that YOU have envisioned! Unlike most venues, you are not required to use their vendors, therefore you can choose your preferred vendors! They do however provide a list of local and previously used vendors to be used as you desire.
In addition to having our wedding ceremony and reception at Seminary Hill, we rented out the House at Seminary Hill for a week, to share with family and friends. We enjoyed a few kayaking trips down the river, and walked the scenic path around the property. It was a great little get-away, and a wedding that all of our guests will remember!
The staff and owners of Seminary Hill are awesome!! Thank you for sharing this little peace of heaven with the world!
Jessica P
5.0
7/03/2018
We couldn't have picked a better location for our wedding! If you're looking for the idyllic, low-key upstate wedding venue, this is your spot.
When we came to do the site visit,...
it was the middle of winter and the property was still stunning. When we arrived on site for our wedding week, we were simply blown away by how beautiful the setting is during the summer. Our family and guests were raving about the views as well! The house and the guest house on the property served as the perfect accommodations and most of our bridal party were able to stay right on site. The master bedroom upstairs is truly the perfect bridal suite!
Reuben and Colleen were extremely responsive and accommodating throughout the process, answering all my questions as they came along (and there are a lot when you're planning a wedding!). During our wedding week, the property manager, Bill, really went above and beyond. He helped us set up, drove us to the orchard for photos, helped with parking on the day of, put out directional signs etc.
We can't wait to receive our official wedding photos, but I wanted to share a few snaps here. Book fast before word gets out :)
Noelle D
5.0
12/04/2017
We are honored to say that we were the first couple to be married at this stunning venue. We feel like we discovered this hidden gem, and are so happy that other couples will be a...
ble to enjoy this highly uncommon venue for their momentous day!
The very moment we arrived for our viewing, we were 100% won over. Emerging out of this deer studded, wooded area, you enter a clearing; the cabin rises into view, and this breathtaking view of mountains opens up, vast and infinite. It is honestly one of those "you have to see it to understand it" experiences.
The grounds are HUGE, leaving you with so many different options and scenarios to create anything you could possibly want for your wedding. There is even a stone fire pit with seating! I could go on and on about the grounds, about how you can watch the clouds roll down the mountain in the morning and back up at night, about the ever-changing view of the mountains and the Delaware River, the private hiking paths that lead you all over the property, and the star filled skies at night.
The cabin includes a guest house, which was fantastic for us to separate into bride and groom suites. It had plenty of room to house my side of the family, a full kitchen, and is wonderfully homey from the start.
The main cabin is beautifully rustic, with amazing little details that make you feel right at home. The kitchen was big enough for my catering staff to prepare everything, with a huge refrigerator to store their ingredients. The grand staircase leads to the master bedroom, which is separate from the two other bedrooms on the lower level. It has an amazing balcony with a view with the grounds.
Rueben was so amazing to work with, as was his groundskeeper Bill. They both worked so hard to help us create our vision, and were so accommodating with our special requests.
To sum it up, this venue is sure to be a unique celebration for each couple, and it will give your guests a more than memorable experience!
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