What a great afternoon! This place is top notch. We found it…read morerandomly online and didn't know we needed a reservation. The owner welcome us is, no problem. He listened to what I said about the kind of wines I like and don't like, and even though I'm not a red girl, he gave me a reddish wine that was exactly what I wanted. I've never had anyone pair a wine to my pallet before. Five stars. We bought the bottle to have on the patio. Such a relaxing escape from the outside world. I heard they sold it today. A little bummed because the owner is so personable, but hopeful the new owners will offer the same great personal touch.

Wow what an experience! My bf and I wanted to try this winery but could not get in on the days we…read morewere available. They are only open the first weekend of each month. Michael, the owner was so sweet and humble. We tried the flights of wine and loved them all. Ended up getting a nice strawberry white wine. It's so quaint and comfortable. Weather was perfect, all screened in and they provide amazing pizza as well. Definitely going back and would definitely recommend Lara's!!

I attended a wedding here recently and it's the perfect spot to have a intimate celebration for…read morefamily and friends. However, its definitely not a place for a summer wedding. It was way too hot inside the barnhouse, but I can imagine it being quite nice during the fall, winter, and spring. It's located on land far out by 281 N and Bulverde Rd. Once you get on the road and after many twists and turns in a wooded area, you will run into the location. It's owned by a family on their land and they did such a nice setup inside the barnhouse. They also have an area where you can play horseshoes and bean bag toss. So if you have a friend who wants to have a cute southern feel to their wedding or any celebration, this is the place to be...just not in the summer. Check out their website for more pictures. Mine dont do much justice.

Marcy stole our money!! She still owes us for the liquor she "supposedly " took back!! We have all…read morethe text messages where she said she was in a car accident and having a rough time!! Her business partner ruined our night!!! Supposedly her business partner was fired too?! We waited patiently and then Marcy blocks us and never mailed us back our refund for the liquor!!! $300!!!! Still owes to us!!!

I had my wedding at Spring Hill Event Center this past June, and could not have been happier with…read morethe space and the people who work there. The area is beautiful; you get a taste of the hill country while only having to drive 5 miles north of 1604. The make wedding planning extremely easy by including so much in their price. They have tons of table linens and work with you to create centerpieces to your taste. The caterer they use has several menu choices and all our guests commented on how much they liked the food. Also, we went with many of their recommendations (such as florist and cake baker) and couldn't be happier. After my new husband and I left for the night, they boxed everything up for our family to take home in almost no time. I would absolutely recommend the Spring Hill Event Center to anyone looking for a wedding venue. You won't be disappointed!

This is a gorgeous setting for weddings and all manner of party!! Killer pool/grotto, lots of…read moreaverage for total privacy. Beautiful views. Landscape us lysh and colorful. The owners have beautiful taste and everything is first class. We want to have a huge parry there this fall and use that pizza oven! It's relaxing, beautiful and not far away from San Antonio. Love. This. Place.

We were wedding guests at lost mission and we couldn't have been more impressed. Everything down to…read morethe detail was beautiful. The venue itself is perfect for anyone who wants to have an amazing and memorable wedding.

It's been almost a couple months now since my daughter's wedding, but I had to tell you about this…read morebeautiful venue. My first view of the chapel was the night before at the rehearsal. There is something beautiful in simplistic perfection. I feel that is a wonderful description of the chapel and reception hall. The chapel is cozy, comfortable, and welcoming. It draws everyone into the ceremony, which is a wonderful thing. Everyone wants to feel like they are a part. It's always a big thing for parents to part, in a sense, with their daughter, and watch as she begins a new life with her spouse. It was a beautiful setting in which to do that. I was a very happy father. The reception hall was a wonderful size for the family and friends of the bride and groom. Everything from the lighting to the draping fabrics and food brought the hall to life in a way every person who attended will always remember. I feel they couldn't have asked for more. I thank everyone at the hall for presenting such a gorgeous setting on one of the most important days in my daughter's, and now son-in-law's life. Thank you to everyone who made it happen!

Had been a few years since we last visited but six of us went yesterday to enjoy a birthday lunch…read moreand we were not disappointed! Wait staff greeted us with a smile and while we initially were going to sit in the patio area we decided to return to the front room (may need another split a/c unit in the patio area ). Our drink order was taken within minutes, our appetizer of nachos with grilled chicken was delivered quickly, and within ten minutes or so our entrees were brought out. Both son-in-law and hubby ordered the chicken fried steak which they devoured and proclaimed delicious. The rest of us ordered Cobb and Caesar salads with grilled chicken. Beautiful presentation, and the grilled chicken was perfectly seasoned and tender. In fact, every ingredient in the salad was wonderfully fresh. Wish I remembered our waitress' name as I would giver her a shout out as well! Had a great experience in such an iconic restaurant.

Food AMAZING If…read moreyou want a small drive out into the hill country, this is the place to go for a great spot to eat at. It is about 30 minutes away from San Antonio. Great indoor outdoor seating and it was not really hot outside this time of the year and we had gotten to the restaurant at 5. It is a very family friendly place and they do have live music that play in the evenings. I did tell them it was my first time trying out the restaurant, and the owner came by himself and greeted us and thanked us that we came to his restaurant. I would have given five stars, but our waitress was not attentive as I would like it to be, but they were getting busy throughout that next hour we were there. We did get a slice of chocolate cake, which I highly recommend if there is any left because it is a very popular dessert!

My new husband and I came here for a weekend for a quick honeymoon get away. We were living in…read moreAustin at the time, got married on Thursday, and had to move to Houston on Monday. We didn't have any time to take an awesome honeymoon, but we still needed to take some time alone to celebrate. This place was far enough away from home to make it feel like a trip, but close enough to Austin that we could quickly return to real life. The home is very beautiful and secluded, located on a very quiet country road with nothing but pasteurs and cows surrounding it. As soon as we pulled into the driveway, we spotted 4 deer having a snack in the front yard! As the name suggests, the property is covered in mature oak trees that add to the natural beauty. We stayed in the Burr Oak room, which is on the second floor and has a private balcony. When we arrived, the lady of the house had 2 giant chocolate dipped strawberries in our room waiting for us. I thought that was a very sweet touch. The room had a very nice queen bed, a tv, and a big bathroom that is shared with the next room. Luckily we were the only guests in the house, so we didn't have to deal with anyone else. Right outside of our bedroom was the game room. Lots of board games and books for quiet entertainment, as well as a mini fridge stocked with drinks and sweets. The balcony was wonderful. It had two very comfy chairs and a patio table. We set up the checker board and spent many hours out there playing. As we were not familiar with the area at all, we had driven into New Braunsfels for lunch. The lady told us that was completely unnecessary because San Antonio was right down the road. A very quick drive to the end of the street, and you were in the city filled with many many options for dinner. We had a key to the house, and the owners do not stay in the house, but in the guest house out back, but if I remember correctly, there was a suggested time to be back and have the doors locked. The lady that runs the B&B was so friendly! My husband is Indian, and she had many stories to tell about her trips to India. We are also both vegetarian, and it turned out her daughter was also vegetarian, so she was well versed in creating meatless gourmet meals! We woke up the next morning to a delicious breakfast of poached pears, avocado and asparagus frittata, and an almond and fruit cake that was apparently something she had eaten while in India. The next morning, she prepared a delicious country breakfast with biscuits and gravy with soy sausage and eggs. After breakfast, we went outside to meet the animals. There were several feisty chickens in the backyard strutting around and grazing and a very nonchalant cat that was apparently not a big fan of strangers. This place was very charming and it was much nicer than staying in an icky hotel somewhere. It was lovely to get away and be in nature and have a wonderfully delicious breakfast made with care and love each morning.

I found this place online and fell in love with the website. I always pictured a fall wedding with…read morea gazebo, trees and white lights ( a twilight movie type situation). I got everything I pictured. It was so simple, beautiful and absolutely stressless. The breakfasts we had both mornings were different and completely fabulous while we were able to watch the chickens while eating breakfast just made it perfect. If I had to recommend a place to get married I would recommend this place. They made you feel like you were the first and only wedding they would ever have there. Thank you so much for everything you did.

My wife and I rented displays for my daughter's graduation party. It's a very upscale place for…read moresetting up and having a party on the golf course in Canyon Springs. they had everything that I made it for tables chairs a kitchen. It was all set up when I got there. We bought decorations and had balloons set up and also they offered a adult size jumping house. The staff is very polite and professional.

From the owner: The Sära is a venue like no other in the city of San Antonio. Oversized windows, all white canvas,…read moreconcrete floors, high ceilings and abundant lighting create the ideal ambiance for that timeless aesthetic look for your event.