The Mill is beautiful. The property has several areas that are great for photos. Jen was easy to…read moretalk to and answer all my questions and concerns. There were a few hiccups in the beginning with the dates and times however once fixed it wasn't a problem. My only suggestion would be to move the handicap parking away from the patio. Maybe to the front of the building. It causes disruptions during the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception when people are trying to park where the bridal party is walking for the ceremony, or when people are trying to eat on the patio or play games.

3 days ago We got married at The Mill at Manor Falls one…read moremonth ago! It was ABSOLUTELY PERFECT!! The Mill is gorgeous! The first floor was used for our reception. It comfortably fit 17 tables (with room for more), a sweetheart table, a dance floor, and a permanently installed bar. As well as the gift table, cake table, memorial table, DJ booth, and a buffet line for dinner. The room had a beautiful cozy ambiance with lower ceilings and string lights wrapped throughout the room. The second floor and outside on their patio is where we had our cocktail hour, it was very spacious and they had plenty of tables, chairs, and high top tables for our guests to use. We decided to rent a dry bar for the cocktail hour as they only have one bar on the first floor reception area. The second floor also contains a beautiful large bridal suite with a private bathroom, and a much smaller groom's room which worked fine for the men. We had our wedding outside at their permanently installed Pergola. Our florist decorated it with flowers, greenery and tulle, and it looked beautiful! It TOTALLY fit my enchanted wedding theme! We had to bring our own table to use for the sand ceremony which was fine as a family member made a table for us as a gift! We narrowly missed a rain storm but the owners Laura and Don Dombach had clear umbrellas on hand to come to our rescue if need be! There are many beautiful photo opportunities on their grounds too! They do have a waterfall but the path to it was muddy so we missed that photo opp. Since the wedding I have talked to the owner and she said they have laid down stones on the path to the waterfall so future bride's can get to it easier! The owners were around all day helping any way they could! They were SO easy and fun to work with! I highly recommend this venue! We were only the 2nd wedding they've EVER had, and I would have thought they were doing this for years!! The price is a little high but comparable and cheaper than other venues in the area I had looked at. They also worked with us on a price as we were on a budget. I've attached some pictures of our magical day. I will forever look back and fondly remember our perfect day!! Thank you SO much Laura and Don!!

This event venue is exceptional! From the decor to the staff ! From the moment we walked in we…read morefelt like we were going to have a wonderful time. And you know what we did! The Groff Event Center has everything you need to host a fundraiser, a wedding, a business meeting anything! Its a Versatile and beautiful space for all kinds of events. If your looking for a place to hold an event look no further!

We used Excelsior for both our ceremony, our cocktail hour, and our reception for our wedding on…read moreMay 2nd 2025. I found Excelsior by accident, after having nearly put in a deposit for another location. I set up a tour after finding them through my photographer and ended up falling in love. As someone who looked at both very outdoorsy locations and very industrial locations, this was the perfect combination of the two things that I was looking for. Excelsior was the right spot for me from the beginning, as you walk in, the building give the most breathtaking contrast of old vs new, with greenery and plants lining the walls, the terrace, and the sunken gardens. There are lots of options for both indoor and outdoor events, or in our case the combination of both. We opted to be married in front of the large greenery walls, with our cocktail hour in the catacombs and sunken gardens, and then our reception in the Grande Salon. We ended up using the Empire Room upstairs for some of my bridal shots and the street view for pictures. Don't worry, we used it all! I also wanted to mention the beautiful getting ready suite for the bridal party which is very spacious and easily fit us (approximately 10+ people at a time) and the incredibly clean and spacious bathrooms. Beyond the beautiful venue, the staff was genuinely a joy to work with. My primary contact was Kaitlyn who is the Director of Catering for Excelsior. She was so knowledgeable, prepared, and fun to work with. She also gave us lots of ideas and allowed us to customize a lot of things to make it uniquely us. That woman is a miracle worker- she even figured out how to get me things I missed at the cocktail hour (long after it ended) and gave my husband recipes from their kitchen because he LOVED the food so much. When I tell you that every person at our wedding commented how beautiful Excelsior was, how kind and organized the staff was, and how incredible the food was- I mean it. Every single person! I even had quite a few people from the catering and restaurant industry who all said it was marvelous. I couldn't have picked a better place for our wedding. It was truly a masterpiece! I could not recommend Excelsior more.

We attended a wedding at Excelsior last night and our experience was wonderful. It's a lovely venue…read moreand they handled 250+ people with grace and courtesy throughout. The food was excellent (I highly recommend the Pork Osso Bucco) and everyone was smiling and friendly, not matter how hectic it got. If you're looking for a venue with character, grace, and a wonderful staff, check out Excelsior!!

Attended a wedding at this venue a week ago. The venue looks very new and is very beautiful…read more However I think there were some missed opportunity in the design and flow of the floor plan. The parking is cumbersome and surface needs to be paved or a cemented walking path installed. No one wants to ruin the heel of their shoes on a heavily pebbled surface.

Had our daughter's wedding at this stunning venue. Erin and her staff were wonderful to work with…read morefrom start to finish. We received multiple compliments from our guests about how beautiful the venue was inside and outside. This venue and its staff does not disappoint!

the owner Mike is very unprofessional.They stole our expensive fabric backdrop and red carpet. When…read moreask to look around for it of course they refused. The venue is extremely dated and if you view other comments you'll see actually if archive the venue from the late sixties nothing has changed especially the green table linen. Spend a fraction more and you'll be glad you did. I read someone's review and the bathroom toilet issues is a constant Im an event planner and had 3 clients use this facility and every last one no toilet tissue!!! Now for the food terrible and cold. Again consistently reviewed about how cold the food was do not overlook this point you'll be sorry you did. Please take you money elsewhere. Recommend the Bond building York, Heritage hill Gulf course. Outdoor Country Club and BenFranklin just to name a few.

A very pleasant experience , highly recommend, definitely give this place a try for any event !!read more

Great location for our trade show, and it also is good for dog shows, and livestock shows. The…read morestaff were very helpful and attentive. Easy set up for vendors. Plenty of parking. If you're looking for a venue, this is one to check out.

We attended the military vehicle preservation association national convention in August 2019. Here…read moreconsists of some buildings with inside exhibit space. Outside spaces and a grandstand. Entrance was delayed by security checking credentials at the gate which cause traffic to back up in both directions. The buildings were smaller that those at other previous locations and it was a long walk between buildings. The venue could have done better at letting visitors know as I believe that many did not see exhibits in the other building. The restrooms had attendants which was a surprise. The grandstand area was good for demonstrations of large vehicles. There are hotels some distance from here

Drinks at a good price Food is good…read moreDaytime works for me Would call it a dive bar My husband can smoke a cigar in the bar

Three stars because the drinks are as cheap as the women…read more Pretty sure I coulda got a lap dance in the kitchen from the blue haired, coke boogered bartender. Definitely worth a visit.

Have been to Vortex many different times and they never disappoint!…read moreThis evening we sat out on the patio, and there was a beautiful breeze. Inside they had someone playing the guitar. So relaxing. During the winter, we were there for trivia several times. That was always fun! Now the food and beverage... Their pizza is awesome. Doesn't matter what kind you get, it's delicious. The beer is also wonderful. There is a wide range to choose from, and my boys have liked them all. I've always had good service, and the place is always clean. In addition, it's located right off the Rail Trail in New Freedom. Great place to stop after a walk or a bike ride!

Vortex Brewing Company might technically be in New Freedom, PA, but it feels like a true extension…read moreof the Maryland craft beer scene. The beer variety is fantastic. They have something for every palate, and I appreciate that they rotate styles so often. My personal favorites are the Polar Vortex IPA (hoppy, bitter, and seriously bold) and the Coal Car Snickerdoodle Coffee Stout--which is a phenomenal, dark dessert beer that's perfect for the colder months. The taproom is huge and welcoming, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. It's truly family and dog-friendly, which makes it an easy choice for a Saturday afternoon. Pro tip: If you're coming from northern MD, hop on the NCR Trail near the brewery. It's a great spot to hit after a bike ride or a long walk. The team here is friendly, the glassware is always clean, and the atmosphere is relaxed.