The Hilltop House
Welcome to the Hilltop House. The Hilltop consists of several buildings in a cluster surrounded by 75 acres of forest. A picturesque apple orchard is to the west and the beauty of the valley and mountain ranges are to the east. What we have to offer:
- Sleeping House with 4 guest rooms and leisure space
- Conference Room with fireplace & baby grand piano
- Ulla’s Reception Pavilion with laminate flooring and parlor stove
- Amazing stone patios with bistro tables and chairs
- Wedding Site: Apple Orchard with gazebo and charming coffee house
- Wedding Site: Lovely wedding circle overlooking spectacular view of mountains and valleys
- The “Viking Bar”. This cute nook with refrigerator and freezer is perfect to serve your beverages.
- The “Vasa Grill” is a covered, spacious area for preparing BBQ meals. Charcoal BBQ’s, refrigerator and plenty of counter space is provided in this space.
- Game Room with ping pong, billiards & foosball
- “Pippi’s Playhouse” – Children’s playhouse
- Children’s play structure
- 3 Chalet style cabins (max 4 people)
- Full hook-ups for RV’s
- Outdoor Campfire Amphitheatre with stage and seating
- Miles of hiking trails
- Wireless Internet
The Hilltop House, as the name suggests, is a secluded cottage at the top of the hill overlooking the Yale Valley. Group sizes vary with the type of group event and the season. Numbers tend to increase in the summer with RV’s, tents, and sleeping on a deck under the stars.
Our Courtway Conference Room is ideal for large group celebrations, business meetings, anniversary parties, performances, weddings, family gatherings or just plain fun! It is fully carpeted and has a amazing rock fireplace as a focal point. The antique baby grand piano rounds off this impressive space. The wrap-around deck overlooks the incredible view of the forest, valleys and mountains.
Hilltop Conference Room
Hilltop Conference Room with fireplace and baby grand piano
Hilltop in the rain
Lovely forest setting of the Hilltop House
Ulla’s Reception Pavilion
Guests enjoy Ulla’s Reception Pavilion, named after a very special cousin in Sweden. With laminate flooring it is perfect for dancing, meeting and celebrations of all kinds. The quaint parlor stove is a real conversation piece. The many picture windows seem to bring the nature inside the room. Everyone is captivated with the breathtaking view of the forest, apple orchard and mountaintops.
Lodging
At the Hilltop House site you will find a Sleeping House and 3 cabins for your guests. The Hilltop Sleeping House consists of a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, 4 guest rooms, leisure area and a small kitchen. There are 18 separate beds: 12 double beds and 6 single beds with 7 futons in the lounge areas. The beds are replicas of those found in Swedish cabins. Many beds have curtains around them for privacy. You will also find a laundry area should you need to wash towels or clothing.
The 3 cabins have accommodations for 4 people in each cabin. The cabins have a sectional couch that converts to a double bed. In a mini-loft there are 2 twin mattresses on the floor.
In total, there are 15 double beds, 12 twin beds and 7 futons on the Hilltop House site.We even have some loose mattresses available should you wish to move them around to round out family groupings. RV’s and tent campers are welcome on this 75 acre site. Check out our Floor Plans of the Hilltop House site.
Hilltop Upstairs table and futon
Hilltop upstairs bunk bed
Hilltop sitting area
A Swedish bed
ANDERSON LODGE WEDDINGS
ALL our packages include lodging for family and friends as well as incredible ceremony and reception sites.
ANDERSON LODGE RETREATS
Guests have exclusive use the whole facility.
It’s like renting an entire resort for your event!
ANDERSON LODGE REUNIONS
Our lodges offer such a unique venue to gather and connect with family and friends You can truly make this reunion one that reflects your family traditions.
THE MAIN LODGE
Our Main Lodge is a 16-acre site with lodging and loads of recreational possibilities. Giant trees & ferns surround this unique facility. Sterile & conventional it isn’t…
cozy and welcoming it is!
THE HILLTOP HOUSE
The Hilltop House is truly a special location. It is perched at the top of a hill with 75 acres of natural beauty and wildlife. Guests enjoy the activities on site and relaxing setting. The view and the lush forest surrounding the Hilltop House enhances any celebration or event.
The Hilltop site has 3 chalet style cabins on the 75 acre site. Each has a kitchen, bathroom, living/dining area and a loft with 2 twins. The sofa in the cabin slides out and pops up to convert to a comfortable double bed. They provide privacy for a couple or a family while still being a part of the event. And plus, they are so darn cute!!!
The Scandinavian design, spectacular view and the secluded location make the Hilltop House a one-of-a-kind facility.
The Outdoor Setting
The Hilltop House is truly a special location. It is perched on 75 acres of natural beauty and wildlife. The view and the natural beauty surrounding the lodge enhances any celebration or event. R.V. hook-ups are available and the acreage is perfect for campers in your group as well.
As a tribute to Sweden and their love for coffee, we constructed “Ella’s Coffee House” at the edge of the orchard. It is a place for groups to relax, sit back and enjoy the peaceful surroundings and YES, have some coffee if they wish! You bring the coffee and treats for an authentic Swedish Fika! The charming gazebo offers another place of solitude or backdrop for a wedding couple. For the 100th anniversary of the apple orchard we planted some standard apple trees to re-establish and complete the orchard. We are trying to carry on the traditions of Sweden in our attention to detail and love for nature.
The children’s play area, outdoor game area, Pippi’s Playhouse, and covered campfire amphitheatre are just a few of the activities we have on site. With 75 acres of nature’s best, you can enjoy the network of hiking trails too. Whether your group consists of adults, children or both, there really is something for everyone. Those who like less strenuous activities may choose to settle in with a good book with the backdrop of that spectacular view.
Colleens hilltop wedding
Gazebo at the Hilltop House
Breakfast on the Patio
Bartender – Tryggve at Viking Grill at Hilltop
View from the deck of Hilltop House
Bren and Sierah at Hilltop