Our Venue
Welcome!
We feature a fully heated and air-conditioned 1920's Barn, and 1890's Chapel, as well as inspiring outdoor spaces for weddings, events, and celebrations of all kinds. A tranquil, 132-acre hidden gem nestled between Burnett and Beaver Dam, WI, we offer a unique place for you to relax, celebrate, explore, get away from it all, or simply enjoy our gracious hospitality. Though no longer a working farm, Springbrook has an inspiring history of beauty, faithfulness and dedication; qualities that are now part of a rich heritage to be shared with our guests. Our mid to late 19th century buildings have been fully restored and updated with modern conveniences, while retaining their rustic charm and vintage beauty; ready to welcome you!
We offer 2 Airbnbs and an 1850’s Cottage for accommodations. For any size celebration, intimate or grand, come tour or book your stay with us at Springbrook!
A Brief History
We first visited Springbrook late 2016 with our kids. We had no intentions of purchasing the estate, much less making it our home! The beauty of this place was evident, and our kids recognized it as a good fit for the kinds of things we love to do. We purchased Springbrook in January, 2017; and in August of that year we moved from our farm and made Springbrook our home. Our adventure began!
Bill set to work giving much needed attention to the property, while dreaming up so much more. He drew up plans to coax new life out of the 1920’s Barn that once housed prize Holsteins and hay…but had been empty for years. Bill and his crew worked tirelessly to bring about what he and Joan envisioned. Joan was captivated not only by the natural beauty of Springbrook, but by the history as well. She explored the beginnings and stories of previous owners; and recorded this for guests to discover too. Joan’s eye for design and décor have unfolded in the Springbrook Whitehouse, Cottage, and Barn to create the perfect mix of rustic charm and vintage elegance; unique and inviting for guests.
We always look forward to meeting the people God brings our way, being part of the happiest times of their lives, and making their experience extra special! With personalized attention and great care in details, we welcome you to our home; and are committed to each of you taking away fond memories of your own new beginning at Springbrook. Join us!
Property History
If you enjoy history, you’ve come to the right place! When you visit, grab a seat next to Joan on a gator for a full tour with history, or sit with Bill and Joan around the crackling fire in the Springbrook Whitehouse for the best tales! Here’s a snapshot of our past for now….
Earliest records tell us that Native Americans considered this property sacred because of the artesian springs (Springbrook!) and rolling hills that can still be seen today. First deeded to Timothy Williams and brothers in 1842, the land was later purchased by H.B. Sherman around 1880. Sherman had plans to build a resort; but instead built a substantial home—the Mansion—Bill and Joan’s private living quarters today. In 1916, Frederick W. Rogers and his wife, Lucy, made the estate luxurious, even adding a $50,000.00 bull to farm, along with a horse arena and personal trainer for their daughter, Anne’s, most decorated horse, “Queen of Springbrook”. The Rogers made their fortune by the Malleable Iron Range Co., later Monarch Range.
The mansion stood, uninhabited, for years after Anne’s husband’s death. After Anne passed away in 1987, the mansion was on the verge of collapse and the grounds overgrown. Dennis Giese purchased the estate in 1988, and coaxed the property’s former beauty and elegance out of hiding and moved a Chapel for weddings and an 1850’s cottage to the estate. They transformed the mansion and farm manager’s house into a B&B and began welcoming guests. In January, 2017, Bill and Joan Schmidt became owners of Springbrook, and set to work to once again tame the property; but even more, to bring about their vision of a wedding and event venue in the 1920’s barn that had once housed prize Holsteins. Bill, Joan, and the Springbrook Events staff are now ready to welcome guests for beautiful celebrations and events.
Location
N8400 County Rd I
Burnett, WI 53922
Activities in the area, stuff to do and experience around our venue!
Springbrook is a hidden gem nestled between Burnett and Beaver Dam, WI. It is a place to relax after a day of exploring our local area. Within an hour’s drive, visit Madison, our state Capitol (We recommend the Dane County Farmers Market on a Saturday morning-especially for everything local, gourmet scones and Stella’s Cheese Bread!), downtown Beaver Dam shops and lake, quaint shops of downtown Waupun, the
Horicon Marsh (a bird watcher’s delight!) and many local parks. Visit Fond du Lac, the Fox Valley and Lake Winnebago to the north. Cyclists and hikers, don’t miss out on the Wild Goose Trail! Devil’s Lake state park is a must see, as well as the Kettle Moraine. In any season, you’ll find it all here—hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, with unique dining options all along the way!!
Madison Wisconsin
Farmers Market
Cycling