I was out at Texas Old Town in Kyle last weekend for a friends wedding and the place is honestly…read morepretty quaint and really well kept. The ceremony setup and grounds have that classic Texas charm and everything felt relaxed and easy. Just know that this place is way out from Austin proper. Once you are there it is beautiful and peaceful, but it is definitely a bit of a haul. Still a great spot to celebrate with friends.

As the best man for my friend's weeding, I would not recommend Stone Hall for a wedding or any…read morespecial event. The biggest issue was the strong sewage smell throughout the venue. The odor was so intense that many guests noticed it and commented on it during the celebration. It was genuinely uncomfortable and took attention away from what should have been an unforgettable day for the newlyweds. For a venue that charges premium prices for weddings, it is unacceptable to encounter such a serious maintenance problem. No matter how beautiful the venue may look in photographs, the unpleasant smell made it impossible to fully enjoy the experience. If you are considering booking Stone Hall, I strongly recommend visiting in person and paying close attention to the condition of the facilities before signing any contract. Unfortunately, our experience was very disappointing, and I would not choose this venue again for a wedding.

I came here for an April wedding and this venue is truly spectacular. Located on a hill, the…read moreincredible views are 360 degrees. The ceremony was on a grassy area with a beautiful alter facade. The reception area was truly the showstopper. The view was beautiful all around. There were archways everywhere you looked with the most scenic Hill Country views you could ask for. The dance floor protruded out one of the archways so that you could dance under the stars. Truly breathtaking. My only complaint was the terrain. The area where we had cocktail hour, as well as the walk to the ceremony, was very jagged and rocky. You would not believe the staircase down to the grass. There were rough steps and wobbly branches as handrails. The reception had flat cement floors, but again, the outside bar area was very hazardous in heels. The bride and bridal party had cowboy boots on, so this was mainly the brides fault for not including this bit of information about the difficult terrain in the invitation. Apparently many guests were aware of this, but as a plus 1, how was I to know? Something should have been mentioned in the invitation, or on the bride and groom's website.

Wow...just wow. Everything about Rancho Mirando is world class. The views are spectacular, the…read morefacilities are top notch, and the people (Leslie, Donna, and the entire team) are truly the best. My brother and his wife searched all over for the perfect wedding venue and found it at Rancho Mirando. After spending 4 days in the hacienda on property, I understand why. Leslie and her team will do any and everything to deliver the best experience possible. Their guidance, service, and friendship really made the wedding weekend go from very good to unforgettable. To say they go above and beyond is an understatement! I think Leslie even managed to turn down the June in Texas heat for the rehearsal dinner and wedding reception! My kids loved playing on the grounds, in the pool, and in the very kid/family friendly game room within the hacienda. If anyone is looking for a fantastic wedding venue where lifelong memories can be made with family and friends close by, you will not go wrong with Rancho Mirando.

Let my start by saying not all of the photos for Thurman's mansion are truly this event space…read more This is the building with the large front lawn and large columns. It has a semi large ballroom that would easily house 125. The floors are a nice terra-cotta tile and this space has large windows. On the right hand side there are a few windows with stained glass. Check the photo I posted they are very lovely. At the very end of the room is a distinctive wooden bar. The wood is stained dark and it has an aged look to it. There are double doors that lead to the 1st floor patio. This area is a very nice space for cocktails, I would date say you could get 50 to 75 people out there. Beyond the patio are red brick stairs that lead to the large lawn. The large lawn is where you can play lawn games and or hold a ceremony. I will be honest you can hear some of the traffic on the main road. I am sure that would be less noticeable if soft music was playing.the next thing I noticed about this place is that the upstairs are dedicated to the wedding party. There is a suite for the bride and the groom both with their own bathroom. There is also an elevator and a sitting area outside of the suites where a quick meal might be had. All and all I think this is a cute venue. It's an attractive property and all the chartering is handled by Salt Lick.

Hand me a parasol, lace up my corset and find me a Mr. Darcy--this place was from another time!!…read more *contented sigh, I was fortunate enough to be invited to a wedding held out at Thurman's Mansion this past weekend. What a beautiful venue!! I had never even heard of it until I got the invitation. Thurman's Mansion is part of the Salt Lick Family--located just East of the Salt Lick on 1826. Gorgeous iron gates pique the curiousity of drivers and beckon guests in. The venue is a large mansion overlooking well manicured grounds and vineyards. The view of the mansion from the back is just breathtaking. A huge porch covers the back of the building--dramatic pillars hold up a second story balcony. Wide steps lead up from the grounds to the back doors of the reception hallf/main room. I saw the mansion on two different days in two very different ways--Friday afternoon for the rehearsal, I saw it set up for an outdoor wedding. The sun shining down, bride practicing her walk from the sweeping steps of the mansion down to the corner of the lawn where the trellace waited, people lining the stone walls around the perimeter of the lawn watching the practice. I felt like I stepped into a Jane Austen movie--my friend had planned a glorious outdoor wedding on the grounds. Much to her dismay, God and the torrential downpours decided that it would be better to have the ceremony indoors. Rather than ceremony outside and reception inside, both ceremony and reception were inside. The staff had set up about 40 chairs where the dance floor would have been. Double doors were open at the back of the small seating area allowing the pitter-pattering of the rain outside as the background music while they exchanged vows. The reception was a seated dinner for about 150 guests. Salt lick does catering--very fun to have the family style dinner Texas Style w/ cobbler as dessert. A nice alternative to the traditional wedding scene. The porch was a great place for conversation and mingling--they had the bar and some hors d'eouvres set up out there while the guests waited for pictures to be taken. The rain let up for exactly an hour--enough time for outdoor pictures! I honestly think that my friend got the best of both worlds...a unique, beautiful, romantic and intimate indoor wedding ceremony complete with rain and tears. Then outdoor pictures overlooking the vineyards with the mist hovering over the land. I swear I could hear Mr. Darcy beckoning to me while I watched from the porch... My hat goes off to you, Thurman's Mansion. You successfully transported me to another time. Bravo.

Beautiful ranch Visited here for a wedding…read more The grounds are beautiful as is the inside space for the reception

AMAZING wedding venue! I attended as a guest and was blown away by it. It's the best wedding venue…read moreI've been to in Austin. I loved that they had a beer burro! it was so funny to watch people walk up and grab a beer from them.

"Getting married is like trading the adoration of many for the sarcasm of one." --Mae West…read moreI received an invite for my husband,Ray and I to attend my little cousins wedding! As soon as I saw it was in Dale, Texas, I quickly replied "HECK, YES,WE'LL GO!", then I RSVPed online! Camino Real Ranch is a small intimate venue. It was really nice! They had games for guests. Beautiful area for the nuptials with a pond and fountain in back ground (see photos).

Chapel Dulcinea has the quirkiest, most welcoming magic to it. It honestly feels a little like…read morestepping onto the grounds at Hogwarts--everywhere you turn, there's some little nook or cranny, some unexpected detail, some magical thing to find. There are walkways paved with marriage bricks from donors, hidden corners to explore, and even a wizarding academy that both of my girls immediately wanted to join. I had to remind them, "That is not what we are doing today. What we are doing today is making sure your sister has an idea of how we're going to decorate for her wedding day." But honestly? My girls did not want to leave. One of them had pickleball at 4:30 in Austin and completely missed it, and my very pregnant daughter had already skipped her nap and still hadn't had lunch. I kept saying, "Don't you need to go play pickleball? Don't you need to go take a nap and eat?" Nope. They still didn't want to leave. Yeah. It's that kind of spot. There was something to find around every corner. There was beer being served at 1 p.m., and the whole place felt so relaxed and joyful that my very pregnant daughter almost considered taking a drink. Even the door had a door sign. Which honestly? Perfect. It's a sign. On a door. About doors that are signs. I saw the signs, y'all. You should definitely book here. It's free, beautiful, and you're never gonna wanna go home. I also had the chance to watch a bride and her family trickle in, and it was truly magical. The chapel itself is beautiful, but the whole experience felt bigger than the building. It felt warm, human, peaceful, and full of story. That day, I also met both Ana, a photographer connected with Chapel Dulcinea, and officiant David James Nutter, and both left an impression. Even though I didn't watch Ana actually photograph the wedding, I did get to watch her set up and talk about the chapel with so much care and warmth. Later, I looked at her wedding photography online, and her work is breathtaking. Truly. It has the kind of beauty and tenderness you would expect from someone who is not just talented, but deeply caring. She also offers her services at a very decent price, which honestly says a lot about her heart. Her work looks like luxury, but her spirit feels generous. I also met officiant David James Nutter, and hearing his story was incredibly moving. We spoke about how he grew up in the Orthodox church and how that journey shaped him into someone deeply committed to serving people from all walks of life. His warmth, kindness, and openness stood out immediately. He listened thoughtfully as I shared parts of my own story and even followed up afterward with supportive messages. That kind of care is rare. If you're looking for a wedding venue that offers more than beautiful scenery--one that creates space for meaningful moments, welcomes officiants like David and Ana with quirky discoveries and authentic connection--I highly recommend Chapel Dulcinea. And if you're specifically interested in David as an officiant, or Ana as a photographer, feel free to message me through Yelp. I'd be happy to share his contact information. Oh! I almost forgot! Dogs are welcome if they are well behaved and on a leash! Pics for attention

My daughter had a Friday evening wedding here in late October, and it was absolutely magical. The…read morestaff were tremendously helpful and answered our seemingly zillion questions effortlessly in the months and weeks leading up to their special day. We arranged for a non-traditional chair set up (they have really much white chairs that don't really need anything) and for the gas lanterns to be lit for the ceremony, and the set up was completely flawless when we arrived. The views are stunning pretty much any time of year, just perfect for amazing Hill Country photos, and you don't need a whole lot of extra decor...nature has it covered. We brought in only 2 black metal lanterns donned with candles and florals and perched them on the wood stumps on either side of the bell tower door at the front the for the ceremony, and it was perfect in every way. We highly recommend this location for a small wedding-you won't be disappointed!

I attended my nephew's wedding at the Wildflower Country Inn & Event Center and we had a fantastic…read moretime! The main house had many rooms where most of the family stayed, and I had my own comfortable studio cottage. Upon arrival, the hosts provided incredible homemade cookies and fresh bread. I stayed for two nights during the wedding events and couldn't be happier with my stay. It's a warm and inviting place that I didn't want to leave. You will be happy if you stay here!

I just had my wedding here and it was absolutely phenomenal. The wedding planner Carley is so…read moreamazing and worked with me every step of the way and did a great job. She did great at making absolutely certain my vision came true. It was clear to me she cared very much about making my dream come true and doing whatever possible to do that. The venue was beautiful, the setup she did was beautiful, the flowers and wedding arch was beautiful. It was truly a great experience and would recommend 10/10.

Great experience from beginning to end! We used this venue for our wedding and would highly…read morerecommend it to anyone! Warm and welcoming staff, great amenities, perfect atmosphere for a wonderful time of celebration!