Budget not the size of Texas? 20 Affordable Hill Country Wedding Venues
The Hill Country surrounding Austin is not only renowned for its gorgeous scenery and thriving wine industry, it also offers some great—and affordable—wedding venues. Whether you're planning a down-home celebration on a ranch or a beautiful ceremony in a formal garden, you'll be able to host it at a place that won't break the bank.
The Haven River Inn
Comfort, TX
Style: Gorgeous 25-acre hill country retreat along the Guadalupe River with plenty of cozy, quaint B&B lodging for all your guests.
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Hofmann Ranch by Wedgewood Weddings
Castroville, Texas
Style: Rustic-glam two-story Grande Hall designed like a classic wood barn, plus a patio and open-sided pavilion for outdoor celebrations amid 370 acres of farmland with running creeks and panoramic views.
Price: $ • $$

The Milestone | Boerne
Boerne, TX
Style: Perfect Hill Country setting with a natural, home feel, nestled in a lovely valley near Upper Cibolo Creek.
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Ruby Ranch Lodge and Celebration Facility
Buda, Texas
Style: Quaint, secluded retreat on 10 acres boasting a a rustic Texas ranch feel, highlighted by a light-filled Lodge with rich wood walls, a large-tiled floor, and an oversized stone fireplace fireplace, and accommodations for up to 23 in a charming main house and luxury cabin.
Price: $

The Cedar Bend
Cedar Creek, Texas
Style: Barn-style house featuring a large porch with two fireplaces and a rustic, natural quality.
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$

Gruene Estate
New Braunfels, TX
Style: Open-air vintage chapel and a rustic reception pavilion, as well as a cozy cottage for the newlyweds.
Price: $ • $$

LaLa Park
San Marcos, TX
Style: Magical 10-acre property bursting with charm, from its two-story cedar lodge (and pool!) to its sprawling lawn and music stage, outfitted with stained-glass windows, colorful murals, and playful statues.
Catering: BYOPrice: $

The Kendall
Boerne, TX
Style: Elegant 1859 inn nestled beside Cibolo Creek in the heart of Boerne’s downtown historic district, with a charming Southern-style courtyard and a versatile, modern reception hall for truly romantic events.
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Spinelli's Wedding Venue
Boerne, TX
Style: Century-old limestone chapel with a soaring bell tower, gardens with a wrought-iron gazebo, and a rustic Dancehall for partying into the night.
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Log Cabins at Jacobs Creek
Canyon Lake, TX
Style: Lovely, family-owned Hill Country property with multiple fully furnished cabins set amid five acres of Texas oaks, cedar trees, and a serene lake.
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $

Milestone New Braunfels | Legacy Hall + Stonehaven Hall
New Braunfels, TX
Style: Gorgeous event spaces include the airy, modern farmhouse-style Legacy Hall, the vintage German architecture-inspired Stonehaven Hall, and the dreamy Terrace, with its peak-roofed pergola and surrounding grounds dotted with oaks, stone walkways, and a trickling creek.
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Texas Rock House
San Marcos, TX
Style: Family-run farm-turned-wedding venue and open-air restored barn with totally unique style, boasting fabulous photos ops, including with Buddy and Larry—the farm's darling miniature-breed steers.
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$

The Oaks at Boerne
Boerne, TX
Style: 110 acres of Hill Country perfection with gently rolling meadows graced by hundreds of its namesake ancient oaks.
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$

Altstadt Brewery
Fredericksburg, TX
Style: Charming, Bavarian-style brewery that hosts ceremonies on the spacious outdoor patio, with twinkle lights above and Hill Country views beyond, and receptions in the Great Hall, which is highlighted by a chic fireplace with ornate wood carvings. Fireworks are a truly special grand finale!
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$

Stargazer Ranch
Bulverde, TX
Style: Lovely Hill Country location feels blissfully secluded from daily bustle, and is adorned with rustic-chic wood and metal framing and 14-foot high fireplace constructed of natural local stone.
Catering: BYOPrice: $

The Liney Moon
Dripping Springs, TX
Style: Sprawling 8-acre retreat boasting a lovely, bistro-lit ceremony site, a sleek Scandianvian-style covered chapel, a sparkling pool and plenty of room for outdoor games, and lodgings for up to 60 in plush, playful cottages and tiny homes.
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$

Elm Creek Ranch
Bertram, Texas
Style: Light-filled barn with sliding doors and an attached patio surrounded by pretty grounds that welcome tents and RVs for weekend events.
Price: $ • $$

King River Ranch
Johnson City, TX
Style: Luxurious ranch house and climate-controlled Reception Barn overlooking a pond, all surrounded by scenic pastures and a gently flowing river.
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$

Spicewood Vineyards
Spicewood, Texas
Style: "Gentleman's ranch" on 32 acres with 4 beautifully landscaped ceremony sites, sweeping vineyard views, and a European-inspired Event Center.
Price: $ • $$

Cedar Skies Event Center
Burnet, TX
Style: Gorgeous family-owned venue nestled beside Lake LBJ, with an airy, modern barn reception hall surrounded by acres of rolling lawns and shady oaks, plenty of on-site lodging, and complimentary décor that includes mix and match lanterns, gold terrariums with succulents, and even a rustic-chic wood wedding arch.
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$

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