The 73-room Spring Mill Inn in Mitchell, Indiana has provided comfort, recreation and relaxation to their hotel guests for over 85 years. During that time, expansions and minor renovations were made to accommodate more guests, diners and events. Now, the Spring Mill Inn, including the Millstone Dining Room restaurant and conference facilities, are closed for a comprehensive refresh. The parking garage is also closed during construction. March 2024 is the projected re-opening date.
Prepare for FABULOUS!
In the meantime, The Spring Mill State Park will remain open during the Spring Mill Inn’s construction. Pioneer Village, Gus Grissom Memorial Museum, the trails (except around the Inn), the caves, picnic areas, playgrounds and the Nature Center will all be open and available for visitors. There are plenty of comfortable hotels and vacation rentals in the area. So, come enjoy and play!
Spring Mill Inn – Past
The Spring Mill State Park opened in 1930 in Mitchell, Indiana. Six years later, land was cleared to build the Spring Mill Inn. In 1937, construction began. Thanks to the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), native limestone was excavated and used to build the sturdy and stunning stone exterior.
Over the years, expansions and maintenance projects were completed. To increase the number of lodging rooms, an east wing was added in the 1960s. Then, in 1977, the pool and the Lakeview event room were constructed. Finally, in the early 2000s, new handicap accessible rooms and updates were finished. Along the way, minor improvements to electrical and HVAC were made as needed.
Spring Mill Inn – Present
Now, the time has come for a major overhaul.
Still structurally sound, the Spring Mill Inn is currently closed for extensive renovation. The immediately surrounding trails, pool and the parking garage are also closed during construction. Significant mechanical modernization is the largest component of this project. Otherwise, windows and doors will be upgraded to be more energy efficient. Several accessibility projects are planned. Cosmetic improvements include fresh paint, new flooring, updated furnishings and bathroom upgrades. Rest assured! The charming limestone exterior will remain, and the new windows and doors will be reminiscent of what was there originally.
Spring Mill Inn – Future
The wait will be worth it! The Spring Mill Inn spaces you’ve come to love will be the same, but you’ll sink into even more comfort and relaxation with refreshed surroundings. It will be the greatest combination of new and old.
Inside, lighter paint and gorgeous new flooring will elevate the cheerfulness of Spring Mill Inn. The cozy factor will be ramped up with new comfy furniture. Updated accents will add spots of color, texture and updated patterns everywhere. What a delightfully comfortable place this will be!
Outside, you’ll love the new water experience! The indoor/outdoor pool will be replaced with a surface level splash pad. All ages will love the drenching new play areas and apparatuses. Watch the kids soak and slosh, as you relax in the sun or a scenic shady spot.
As we said, prepare for FABULOUS! Once, the Spring Mill Inn re-opens, you’ll need to see it for yourself! Stay tuned for a firm opening date, as that time approaches.
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