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A Mission of Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church Dallas, Texas Address
Springhill Retreat Center is a non-denominational recreation and meeting facility owned by PHPC. It is available for use by churches of all denominations as well as educational, business and not-for-profit groups. For year-round recreation and enjoyment of scenic beauty just minutes from Dallas, Springhill is the natural choice for hundreds of groups each year. Springhill consists of 50 wooded acres reminiscent of the Texas Hill Country, complete with a limestone-lined, spring-fed creek flowing through the woods and large ponds surrounded by beautiful native trees and foliage. Springhill offers recreational activities to suit most any guest. Hiking, volleyball and Frisbee golf are just a few of the outdoor activities. Located in Richardson, just minutes off Central Expressway, Springhill is easy to find, yet provides a quiet haven from the surrounding hustle and bustle of the Metroplex. Facilities
Springhill offers two main facilities for gatherings, and a chapel for worship and small weddings, all of which are air conditioned and heated. Information on these facilities is below.
The Mary Alice Wilcox Adult Conference Center provides the perfect setting for meetings, retreats and conferences. The Center's meeting room accommodates up to 60 people with a scenic view of the property's many ponds. A TV/VCR and overhead projector are available for use, with a serving kitchen adjacent to the meeting room.
The conference center boasts 11 motel-type rooms with private baths, 2 of which are wheelchair accessible. A study for meditation with overnight facilities is also available.
The James M. Wilcox Jr Lodge is a popular overnight facility that has provided years of enjoyment for groups of all kinds, has a bunk capacity of 8, and plenty of room for more sleeping bags. The main hall, a rustic, 30-by 50-foot, open-beamed facility, includes an oversized wood-burning fireplace, TV/VCR, and both piano and organ for musical enjoyment. Also located in the Lodge are two restrooms, each with double showers. A warming kitchen and informal seating for 30 - 40 round out the Lodge's amenities.Indoor use of the Lodge is limited to 40 people. Picnics are limited to 60 people, although exceptions may be granted by the Board.
The James M. Wilcox III Memorial Chapel sits just north of the Lodge and is the perfect setting for intimate worship services and small weddings. The Chapel seats up to 65, but informal outdoor seating can be added by opening the large side doors.Rates for ACC and Lodge
Lodge and ACC daytime use rates 0-6 hours $90 7-9 hours $125 10-12 hours $150
Overnight Lodge (up to 24 hours) $250 ACC overnight rooms $65 each (min 5 room rental) and a $55 'use fee' for the conference center meeting room Deposits for daytime reservations $90 Deposits for overnight reservations $150 All balance payments due one month prior to reserved date. MC/Visa accepted Springhill is maintained and operated strictly through gifts from Friends of the Retreat Center and from rental fees charged for the use of the facilities. Who to Contact To view the facilities, please call the caretaker at (972) 889-0949. To make reservations, or for more information, please call the Springhill registrar Erin Kershaw, 972-712-9239, or fax 972-712-4913. |
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