(Formerly Zukas Hilltop Barn)
If you dream of a wedding that blends rustic charm, panoramic views, and a laid-back countryside feel, Fern Hill Barn by Wedgewood Weddings is one of Central Massachusetts’ most scenic venues. Nestled in Spencer and previously known as Zukas Hilltop Barn, the property offers wide-open skies, elegant barn architecture, and some of the most stunning light for portraits you’ll find anywhere.
As a photographer who has captured many weddings here over the years, I know this venue inside and out—and how to make your day look as good in photos as it feels in real life.
Scenic outdoor ceremony site with sweeping hilltop views
Elegant tent reception space with customizable options to make it your own
Rustic barn interior for cocktail hour, dancing, or intimate events
Golden hour portraits with so many beautiful locations around the property
Relaxed countryside setting that feels like a retreat, just an hour from Boston
All-in-one location for ceremony, reception, getting ready, and portraits
Top-notch service and amazing food
This is the kind of venue that feels like a destination, but without the travel stress.
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Guest Capacity: Up to 150 guests
Ceremony Site: Outdoor ceremony lawn with white chairs and wooden arch
Reception Space: Elegant tent (seasonal, typically May–October)
Indoor Space: Rustic barn available for smaller events or as rain backup
Onsite Suites: Separate getting-ready spaces for both partners
Parking: Ample free parking for guests onsite
Fern Hill Barn weddings are managed by Wedgewood Weddings, which offers customizable all-inclusive packages that can include catering, coordination, DJ, florals, and more.
Typical Wedding Cost Range:
Most couples spend between $18,000 – $26,000 for 100 guests, depending on the package level, day of the week, and time of year.
Tip: Weekday weddings and off-peak dates can offer significant savings. You can request a custom quote from Wedgewood’s team based on your ideal guest count and preferences.
You may have heard of this venue under its previous name—Zukas Hilltop Barn—and it’s the same beautiful property, now managed by Wedgewood Weddings and renamed Fern Hill Barn. If you’re searching under either name, you’re in the right place. I’ve photographed weddings here before and after the transition, and the natural charm and setting remain as stunning as ever.
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While Fern Hill Barn offers the option to book an in-house photographer through their vendor team, many couples choose to bring in someone they personally connect with—someone who takes the time to understand your story, style, values, and priorities for the day.
As someone who’s photographed numerous weddings at this venue, I bring not just technical knowledge and familiarity with the best light and photo spots—but a calm, thoughtful approach focused on making the experience relaxed and authentic.
If that’s the kind of energy you want on your wedding day, I’d love to be part of it.
I'm a Boston-area wedding photographer with over 15 years of experience, and Fern Hill Barn is one of those venues I always love returning to. I know when and where the light will be best, how to navigate the property quickly for portraits, and how to stay flexible if weather or timing shifts.
But beyond the logistics, I work best with couples who value connection, family, and real moments. If you're looking for someone who blends into your day with calm confidence, captures the unscripted joy, and helps you feel fully present—I'm your guy.
Outdoor and indoor ceremony options
Elegant rustic barn and tented reception space
Seasonal gardens, stone walls, and hilltop views
Private getting-ready suites
Capacity up to 150 guests
Parking onsite
Customizable Wedgewood Weddings packages
Formerly Zukas Hilltop Barn
Fern Hill Barn by Wedgewood Weddings
89 Smithville Rd, Spencer, MA 01562
Website: Fern Hill Barn
If Fern Hill Barn is your venue, and you're looking for a photographer who’s both familiar with the space and fully focused on telling your story—reach out. I’d love to share full galleries from past weddings here, answer your questions, or just hear more about what you’re dreaming up for the day.
